There were five of us who dropped in to La Chacra for a late lunch on a chilly, but bright Saturday…read moreafternoon. We were greeted immediately by a friendly bartender, and quickly seated. That set the tone of attentive service, which continued throughout an exceptional meal in Bath Beach. This area is busy, in a locals doing their thing kind of way. It's a real neighborhood, and La Chacra is a great reason to check it out. We initially had decided on ordering the Combo La Chacra, which consists of a whole rotisserie chicken, yellow rice with red beans, an avocado salad, an order of salchipapas, and an order of maduros. We added an extra half chicken, and thought "that's a wrap". However, there was an appetizer special of thinly sliced octopus prepared Peruvian style that needed to be ordered too. The service was excellent. Not overwhelming, but just right. Dishes were cleared, napkins replaced, straw wrappers taken away as soon as they hit the table. It's not something that I'm used to writing about, but needed to be said. And then, the food. It was outstanding. Compared to both the basic, and the high end Peruvian restaurants that I've been to throughout the city, La Chacra is far and away the best. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and felt intentional. Nothing was just thrown on a plate. As full as we were, and we were quite full, there was no way that we were leaving without trying something from the desert menu. Another wise choice, as both the flan and the tres leche cake were fantastic. To wrap this one up, this spot is a solid five stars. The prices are very reasonable and the food, service, and charming atmosphere will have us returning soon.

Amazing food and good portions! Love the rotisserie chicken, maduros, and salad. The combo meal can…read morebe good for 3 or 4 people. Only did takeout and never dine in but overall I always would order once or twice a month.

I haven't really tried many paella dishes but the paella here is heavenly! I ordered takeout and…read morethe paella can take some time to cook. The rice was jam packed with seafood flavor and it was not too acidic. They are also quite generous with the seafood meat! I docked 1 star because of the chicken rice. Honestly, I wouldn't suggest this dish. The chicken was awfully dry and didnt offer much flavor. But definitely I will be back for that paella and I highly recommend to try out the paella!

Ambiance - pretty spacious, we went during sunset, the windows does not have any shades, so it was…read moregetting into out eyes, a bit uncomfortable. Service- the waitress was friendly, but not very helpful, maybe due to language barrier - not sure giving the benefits of doubts. She was the only one on the floor. She was somewhat busy? some to go orders, with our 1 dining customer. didnt tell us the special drinks of the day till we order. No water until after we order. Maybe a culture thing, Again not sure. Food - I ordered the pork chop, it was pretty good, pretty juice. friend order the shredded pork, it was a bit gamey to me, but it tastes better with the green sauce. Order the Mango smoothie and other juice??

I came here to celebrate my sister in laws birthday a few weeks ago. We tried calamari, empanadas…read moreand guacamole for appetizers. Their calamari and empanadas were not my favorite as they lacked seasoning and the calamari was not crispy, it was rather dry. However, the I ordered the carne asada with mashed potatoes and that was very flavorful! My husband ordered the churrasco and he also really enjoyed it and found it really filling. It was a Friday night and the restaurant was not too busy - either way; our server was great! The decor was nice they play Latin music and have paintings honoring iconic Latin artists.

So I was initially annoyed because I wanted Chuleta KanKan and Tostones...and they had neither…read moretoday. That being said I ordered the Pernil and it was amazing. Food great service could have been better since there seemed to be just one server. First time here but I will definitely be back! Love the vibe of this place.

I was super duper hungry but I didn't know what to get and I stumbled on this spot . I just wanted…read moresomething fast since I was in a time crunch and the China spot next door looked a little too fishy for me .... Long story short I was glad that I picked this spot. The pig feet dish is the dish I usually go for when i go for Spanish food . It was by the far best pig feet stew I ve ever had . The rice was a little hard but it didn't stop me from devouring it . I would definitely go back to try the ribs and other things on the menu . It's a selfish served location where they give u the food and you take it to the table.

Give this place a try. It is a solid Dominican spot with relatively inexpensive food and quick…read moreservice. I liked that the food was very hot during my visit. It arrived steaming. The setup is basic and straightforward. If you live in the area and do not feel like cooking, this is the kind of homestyle place you could visit often.

Stopped by for lunch yesterday afternoon and really loved the food at this place. I ordered half a…read morerotisserie chicken with a side of steamed veggies, pickled onions, Dominican red beans and avocado. The chicken was juicy and very tasty. Service was very good with the lady who worked behind the counter checking to see if I needed anything else.

Mi Candileja Restaurant turned out to be exactly what we were looking for. The workers' pleasant…read moreattitudes make dining here more fun. Their restaurant succeeds on all levels. Locating this place made us smile! Tasty dishes alongside a wonderful atmosphere...

we just hosted my sister's bridal shower at palo santo and it was an excellent experience! a friend…read morerecommended it for hosting events and we weren't disappointed. the price was reasonable, food was SO delicious, service was friendly. we had a a miscommunication that led to a small pricing error and they were quick to fix it. will definitely be back!

Palo Santo in Brooklyn is hands down one of the best restaurants I've been to. The menu has such a…read moregreat variety, and they offer solid gluten-free options, which is always a huge plus. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and really well done. The sangria was amazing, and the outdoor dining area made the whole experience even better, such a great space. It's the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit. Definitely a spot I'll be returning to!

A cool local spot. Lots of drink variety They assisted me…read moreon a few different beers Customer service was awesome They assisted me and even went into to store to give me some thing to try Lots of seating inside Stays open late

Great food. Great service! Awesome drinks, great atmosphere. You can't beat the price. Amazing…read morewaitresses you got to come down and check it out.

Sazon Latino, located on Main Street in Boonton just a few steps from the NJ Transit station, is…read moredefinitely a hidden gem. It's a very casual, cafeteria-style spot with a semi-open kitchen, but don't let the simplicity fool you -- the food is incredible and the staff here is friendly and patient. The highlight of the experience is the small buffet that features a variety of freshly-made Latin cuisine -- including pulled pork, chicken and beef stews, and other traditional Latin entrees and sides. You can build your own plate by selecting one or more entrees and sides - which are priced accordingly. As a 'gringo' who wasn't entirely sure what everything was, I really appreciated them taking the extra time to explain all the different options and give me their honest recommendations. The counterstaff is bilingual and were pretty patient with my elementary school level Spanish vocabulary and grammar. I ended up going with the pulled pork platter with two sides ($7) and it was terrific -- the perfectly seasoned and tender pork, black beans and rice, and macaroni salad were delicious and very filling. You can tell they use fresh ingredients, and the portions are very generous for the price. If you're looking for authentic, home-style Latino food in a laid-back setting, this is the spot! PRO TIP #1: Bring a bottle of wine or beer from home to enjoy with your meal. Sazon Latino is a BYOB establishment and does not serve alcohol. PRO TIP #2: Sazon Latino offers free off-street parking in a small lot behind the restaurant and there's plenty of free on-street parking on Main Street.

Outstanding experience featuring delicious food, excellent presentation, and exceptional service…read more Every detail seemed thoughtfully handled, creating a memorable evening that exceeded expectations and encouraged a return visit.