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La Colonia Restaurant

4.0 (127 reviews)
ModerateColombian
Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Chicharron,  fried pork Belly. EXCELLENT!!
Narciso S.

Love the food here. Me and my wife have been coming here for over 6 years. The services is good. Plenty of parking front and back. The "Aguas" are great.

We are so hungry
Jennifer S.

Never had food like this. Wanted to try something different. Reviews were really good. No complaints. I had the fish in coconut sauce. Super yummy. Kid had fries with steak and peppers on top. Hubby had carne with beans and rice. Plantains were perfect. Quiet, small atmosphere.

Bandeja Paisa
Eve B.

Wanted to try something new while visiting the area for a conference, and LanColonia delivered. Our very helpful server provided recommendations and answered our questions. We ended up trying cheese empanadas, llapingachos, bandeja paisa, secode carne, and cocktails. Favorites were empanadas and secode carne, but all were tasty! The bandeja paisa was a nice "variety platter"--a great choice if you're looking to sample several things. Very pleasant atmosphere. Would definitely bring the kids without hesitation!

Yum Coconut sauce with cod and shrimp!

Just happened to be sorta in the area so tried something different. Food was interesting and not just usual fare. Service was great. My fried plantain was a bit mushy but everything was tasty. There was a vent for a/c on the floor that was a bit annoying as far as blowing cold air on me and it wasn't a very warm day.

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4 months ago

Outstanding food and huge portions. Chelsea, our server was so very kind and attentive. I highly recommend a visit.

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The service was good but the food was just okay. With so many options available, I wouldn't go back.

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2 years ago

Great Authentic Colombian food. Always stop by when I'm in the Twin Cities. If you like Empanadas definitely stop here best in Twin City's.

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3 years ago

Service was great, very attentive. Food was fantastic, steak was cooked perfectly and the sauce was great. Good spot for lunch.

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Great portions, decent prices. Food very tasty and delicious. I always eat here when I visit the cities. Highly recommended.

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Really good food I recommend bandeja paisa good environment family and friends definitely I'll be back

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Galapagos Bar & Grill - Seco de Carne (Beef Stew Platter)

Galapagos Bar & Grill

4.8(32 reviews)
4.4 mi•Longfellow

Wow, I am digging this place, in a great area of E Lake St. Galapagos Bar and Grill offers nothing…read morebut a clean, spacious, and welcoming place to hang out and have some amazing food. This is the kind of establishment where the food speaks for itself, and there is a lot of it on your plate. Humitas - These corn tamales are just as good, maybe even better than Chimborazo's. If you have a group of four or so, get these so all can have a bite, and you won't get filled up before your entree arrives. Patacones - We loved these! Who doesn't love mashed fried plantains? Add the cheese to them, you won't be sorry. Arepas Con Carnitas - These were wonderful. Two on a plate, and could honestly be a whole meal. I can't recall what the sauce was on them, but that was quite good. Carne Apanada o Asada - This was enjoyable. the breaded steak (round steak I think?) was unadorned with any sauce. I was a bit concerned this was going to be dry, but adding some of the rice and beans to your fork made it plenty good. Speaking of beans. I have no idea how they make them or what ingredients they use, but these really are the best beans I have ever eaten in MPLS. They are so good that I would just order a bowl of these beans and a couple of arepas and be perfectly content. Please support this restaurant and stop in for lunch/dinner. You will not be disappointed.

The food was great! I really enjoyed the authentic flavor! They had few options for me. I'm the…read moredietary restriction unicorn. But still, I'm usually good to get tacos on corn tortillas. These were flavorful. The drink was kinda weak but tasty. The service was cool, I did feel like they didn't feel like checking on some of the dietary things on my behalf which usually makes my experience less than enjoyable. It's a chill ambiance with limited seating.

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Cocina Latina - Mar y tierra

Cocina Latina

3.8(113 reviews)
5.5 mi•Southwest
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I really loved this place: bright and open, it's incredibly inviting. The staff was warm and…read morewelcoming (thanks Sofia!) and helped us navigate the menu. We especially enjoyed how conversation-friendly it was here. If you're looking to catch up with a friend, this is a great option! As for the menu, you'll find both Mexican and Ecuadorian options. Starting with the beverage offerings, you'll see many flavors of Jarritos, agua frescoes, and some Ecuadorian sodas. I tried the Tropical, which was delicious. Pink and fruity, it was not too sweet and had a little dose of je ne sais quoi. I really liked it! I saw empanadas on the menu, and while I have had them before, never have I ever seen them served with sugar. Of course we ordered them. They were awesome. Exactly the right balance of crisp and tender, the pastry was a delight. (Definitely sprinkle a little sugar on it.) The salty cheese provided a satisfying little cheese pull and went beautifully with the sugar, too. They also go great with the hot sauce, which is a must-have. It's acidic and bright from the vinegar and has a satisfying heat that tickles the tongue and goes great on everything. The plato vegetariano was the epitome of simple and satisfying: potatoes in a delicious and herby sauce; a fresh salad of lettuce, onion, and tomato; a fried slice of plantain; a mound of perfectly-cooked rice; and a cup of beans. It was comforting without being heavy. The dessert menu featured familiar favorites and one that was completely new to me: higos con queso. While I went with the flan, I did get to sneak a bite of this unusual and intriguing dessert: the figs are poached but retain their firmness and are served with a firm and salty cheese. The figs and cheese come with the poaching liquid, which is not sweet but also not quite savory--it's got quite a depth of flavor and makes for a truly unique dish. I recommend it if you prefer to end your meal with something that isn't super sweet. (If, on the other hand, you prefer a more traditional dessert, the flan here is lovely: a bit sturdier than some you may have had, it's got the right blend of sweet and caramelized--it was just right!) Street parking is available nearby, but if you come later in the evening, it will probably park up. This is a great choice for families and friends!

The first time we went was around 6:15pm on a Sunday evening. It was not crowded at all. There is a…read moresmall shared parking lot a few stores down the block, and seems to be fairly handicapped accessible. Inside there is a small bar, and 2 TVs that had soccer on with the sound turned off. There was some music playing but it was not too loud, very easy to hear conversation. The restaurant is very clean and family owned. Our server was very friendly, as was every other employee. We ordered Empanadas De Carne for an appetizer. They came out quickly, as did the rest of our food. They were good and came with a habanero sauce which was delicious. I am a wimp when it comes to spice, but I kept putting little dabs of it on my food because it tasted so good. My partner used it on everything and even scraped the bowl out with his chips. My partner ordered a Burrito with roast pork. When it came it was very big, plenty of value for the money, and the flavor was AMAZING. The pork was juicy and so very flavourful. It was delicious. He also ordered a horchata. I am not usually a fan of horchata, but he is. I tasted the horchata and I loved it. It was very creamy and had plenty of cinnamon. I ordered the sopes barbacoa. Again, lots of food for the money. I have never had sopes before, but they were so good. The barbacoa was juicy and again, so very flavourful. We will definitely be back, many times I am sure.

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Cocina Latina - Inside showing small bar

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Ena - Empanadas Chilenas

Ena

4.0(322 reviews)
6.5 mi•Southwest
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Dinner at Ena unfolds like a composed performance, measured, expressive, and cohesive from the…read morefirst course to the last. Named for perseverance and determination, Ena is a Latin fusion restaurant harmonizing flavors from Central and South America through a French technical lens, with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. Chef-Owner Hector Ruiz's cooking reflects both formal culinary training and a clear respect for heritage, with sustainability woven into the way ingredients are chosen and treated. Seafood plays a leading role on the menu, handled with clear confidence throughout. The result feels thoughtful rather than showy, with hospitality that mirrors that same care. - Ceviche: A confident blend of Mexican and Peruvian influence. Chiles and ají amarillo set the tone, sharpened by pickled onion and lime. Balanced heat, clean acidity, and texture that stays true to form. Everything a ceviche should deliver. - Pasta de Langosta: Pappardelle with shrimp and lobster, well executed. Comforting without feeling heavy, this dish pulls together technique and flavor in a way that feels purposeful rather than indulgent. - Pescado: Blue and yellow corn-crusted red snapper paired with mole poblano and roasted tomatillo-guajillo salsa. The interplay of acidity, warmth, and depth complements the fish without overpowering it. Served over a crisp polenta cake with caramelized mushrooms, it's a smartly layered dish that stays focused. - Spanish Flan: a creamy vanilla custard with glossy caramel, accented by lemon-infused whipped cream and strawberry sauce, closed this meal on a high note. The cocktails strike a solid balance--spirited, and playful. The beverage list spans wine, cocktails, mocktails, beer, and seasonal offerings. A meal that stayed with me and IMO, worth adding to your next dinner rotation.

We first went here when it was Cafe Ena, probably 20 years ago, and loved it. The name has been…read moreshortened, but the food and service continue to be very good. We went for Valentine's Day. The place was jam packed and maybe overbooked, but the wait wasn't too bad. Not sure what it's like on a normal night, but the place is loud. When we first went years ago, the space was more romantic with low light. Now it's more brightly lit, so not as romantic. Drinks were creative, good, and priced well. My wife had the Scallops and Risotto, which she loved. I had the Paella de Mariscos, one of two versions they offer. The amount of seafood was incredible. The rice didn't have the typical bottom side crunch, but the dish was still very good overall. There were many dishes on the menu that sounded really good, so we'll definitely go again.

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