A small venue in a strip mall lot, so plenty of free parking. Simple interior with some original…read morePuerto Rican inspired art on the walls. Food is made to order, so if you're in a rush order ahead. Friendly & fun staff, not too busy to explain things to you. We had Alcapurria (Yuca), Cubano, Cheese Empanada, Papa Rellena, Chicharron Polo, Chimichurri Chicken, & a Vanilla Tres Leche. Everything was very good & definitely worth a revisit. A very casual place with a super chill vibe. Grades: Alcapurria (Yuca): A+ Cubano: A Cheese Empanada: A Papa Rellena: A+ Chicharron Polo: B+ Chimichurri Chicken: A Vanilla Tres Leche: A+

Caught them at the Just Jersey food truck festival last weekend. Tried the chicken empanadas and…read morethey were pretty good. Nice size portions etc, however, it was the start of the event and the truck had no sour cream. That's literally the one thing we eat these with, so they offered us a similar version of sour cream with some kind of crema mixed in, but it was too spicy for my kid, so she wasn't a fan and therefore, couldn't finish her food. I def think SC is something the truck making Latin food should keep on hand! It's pretty common.

Man, the pupusas are SO good, at a great price. The bean and cheese, the mixto, the pork - all…read morecombinations were good and super fresh. You can order on their website for pickup which is convenient too. The customer service is pretty mediocre, the girls behind the counter will completely ignore you and keep talking. If you're waiting on an order, I'd definitely suggest checking in once or twice because a few times now I've been waiting and they just "forgot" to call out my name. (Alas, the price and quality keep me coming back lol)

Great local Salvadoran spot that reminds me of home. I always order the same - taquitos de pollo…read morewith horchata. Honestly a great nostalgic place and a little piece of home.

I got the small Bandeja Paisa and it was fantastic. So much food, I even had to bring some home…read more Compared to others Bandeja Paisa's I've had in the past I'd say this was probably the best deal for one I've gotten. Will be coming here when I come back to Elizabeth.

Pleasant spot for a brunch meal. The menu had a lot of options. I loved how they gave us empanadas…read moreas complementary bites upon sitting down. The workers were all pretty friendly as well. I think the food is very comforting but not a culinary must-try. Seems like a staple in the community though and I can appreciate that.

We went inside and placed a takeout order it was around 7 pm on a Friday and the place was empty…read moreexcept for two couples sitting at two tables. There was one man waiting for his order. 1st red flag. The place was dark and dingy looking, 2nd red flag. We ordered real basic 1/2 rotisserie chicken with rice and peas, my husband ordered 1/2 chicken with yellow rice and red beans. The chicken was so hard and dry that I almost choked swallowing it! It had no taste and neither did the beans and rice. They were dry as well, rice was overly sticky, nothing 'traditional' about the food. I may not be latino but I have eaten enough Latin dishes to know what's traditional and what's not, and this place IS NOT. Don't bother going here if you want, at the least, good tasting, authentic Dominican food that is prepared well!

I love the food. I usually get a whole chicken with yellow rice and peas. The yuca is amazing…read more Empanadas are so good. The sauces have so much flavor. Desserts are made perfectly.

After a long day of running errands + knowing we would get home late, we definitely were going to…read morebe in no mood to cook anything. I found Rinconcito Latino, which would be along the route home, so we ordered via Seamless for pickup, one Saturday evening. The quoted pickup time was 10-20 minutes but I still had to wait an additional 10 minutes after that. But no big deal, it was prime time on a Saturday night, after all. To start, hubby and I split a chorizo empanada. I enjoyed this but feel like it could have been served with some kind of sauce. We ended up making our own chipotle mayo sauce to go with it, which paired perfectly. For my main, I had the Jibarito Sandwich (instead of bread, it's a sandwich with two pieces of plantains with your choice of meat in the middle with lettuce, tomato, onion and house signature sauce). I went with the al pastor since it's not something I can easily make at home. The meat itself was more like sliced pork chop than it was al pastor. It was a little bit dry but the flavor was good. Overall, I enjoyed my sandwich. The plantains were a nice update from regular bread. The sandwich was also served with fries, which were soaked with oil but I ate them anyway. He had the Fried Pork Chunks, which comes with rice and beans, which was pretty good. But, I do wish there was an option of yellow rice rather than just white rice - but not a deal breaker. The portions are pretty big, and we had enough leftover for lunch the next day. If you're craving Latin food and find yourself in the area, Rinconcito Latino is a great option.

This is not the first time I've ordered lunch from here. I placed my grubhub order at 11:40am -…read moredelivery was on time. But damn!! the food was horrible. Now I realize just like the last time, I got last nights leftovers heated up. I have never been served white rice that was this mushy and WET, totally inedible, and disgusting! If I were dining in, I highly doubt they would dare serve this to me or anyone else. The baked chicken, DRYYY and definitely not fresh. I felt so disrespected, you wouldn't serve that to your pet! Again, not my first time but definitely my LAST!!

Very good Dominican spot. I love the food here. I am Dominican and when I don't feel like cooking I…read morecome here! Love it muy Rico!

Found this amazing gem on GrubHub, after having a craving for the Dominican dish "tres golpes", and…read moreI am so happy I tried them! For $9, this is the best breakfast/brunch in town! I also had a cheese empanada for $3 that was great too, but I forgot to take a picture of it. Will definitely be ordering from here again!

The food was absolutely amazing. I have to go back when I'm back in NJ. The staff is friendly and…read moreattentive.

Rancho Mateo is huge, the place could easily accommodate hundreds of diners. The decor is great and…read morethe life music was fantastic. They also have ample parking and valet. Now, the food is a different story. There were 4 of us in the party and two out of the four entrees were disappointing. I had the carne llanera and this was by far the weakest dish out of the 4. The other plate that was ok, but not great was the churrasco montañero. The meat was not a good cut and had way too many fatty pieces. The entraña à la parrilla was by far the best of the 4. This one was well cooked and flavorful and a great cut of meat. The second one was the pechuga encebollada, this one was very good and the caramelized onions were perfectly cooked. We also had the empanada appetizer which was very good as well. The service wasn't bad, but they did get one of the orders wrong and we were half way through our dinner before the correct dish arrived. Rancho Mateo is a beautiful restaurant in a great location, but the inconsistency in the quality and flavor of the food makes it a one-and-done experience for me. There are much better options for Colombian food in the area.

This place was SO GOOD that I don't even know where to begin! I really wanted to like this spot…read morebecause its local and has street presence... but the actual dining experience exceeded my expectations! Starting with the empanadas appetizers... the best in town! Delicious flavor and crunchy texture... just perfect. Then the main dishes were each flavorful, presentable and bountiful. From the door, the hospitality was warm, friendly and welcoming. The dining space and decor are modern, open and culturally honoring of the restaurant's Colombian heritage in its aesthetic. Price was affordable snd budget friendly for families. We will definitely be back!

After coming here for Mother's Day with the family , I knew I had to celebrate my birthday here …read more The staff was so nice , and the place was beautifully decorated , the food was on point and they serve my fav dish , ajiaco! The place is right around the corner from my house so it's super convenient, I don't have to go all the way into Elizabeth for great Colombian food ! 10/10

Had to come by here especially after having been at a event that was five minutes away. This place…read morehas been all over my social media and it's with reason! The pumpkin spice horchata apparently is their popular fall menu item and it was so tasty and amazing! Not overly sweet at all and perfect hit of caffeine for a mid day pick me up. Service was quick and staff was friendly. Space is big indoor and has a nice small outdoor area.

Went in here because my usual coffee spot across the street that I drove 25 minutes for is closed…read morefor New Year's Day. Shout out to Palmas Cafe for being open! I ordered three fried empanadas (two chicken and one beef). they were okay - the crust is a bit different than I'm used to, but maybe the empanadas I typically have are baked. Also seemed to be more potato than meat in the beef one. The Americano coffee is awful. It gives mostly hot water with a hint of coffee flavor. I tossed it and didn't complain. Granted it's a cafe and not a coffee shop, but it's coffee! They have a plethora of other drinks that may be worth trying, but i will never order coffee here again. The decor inside is nice Also note, this is mostly a beverage and snack place. Very little food on the menu.

Noches de Colombia never disappoints! The food is always delicious, and the service is consistently…read morewarm and attentive. It's a great spot for flavorful dishes and a lively atmosphere. The only thing to note is that it's a bit on the pricey side -- but the quality definitely shines through. Overall, a solid choice when you're in the mood for good Colombian food and great service!

Food 10/10. Service 9/10…read more Ambiance 10/10 they had a live singer!! It was fantastic and I loved the chicken wings!! I need them in my life right now.