We picked up some empanadas, sausage, and pork meat while I was getting coffee. I visited one of my family members in the area and wanted a coffee after a large lunch, so they recommended it here. The coffee is great here. I would return if I were in the area. The service was great, and the ambiance was nice, a small mom-and-pop shop, very inviting. read more

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Authentic place for latin sweets and bakery. I got the papas rellenas and beef empanadas. Both were delicious and cheap. Total cost for both were $6. You cannot find similar deal anywhere in NYC except in this place. Definitely worth checking this place out for delish food read more

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Food is good but their coffee is not coffee just milk. I don't know how people drink the coffee here. Its the first bakery I've ever been to that serves more milk than coffee. Even if you tell them a tiny bit of milk they still manage to make it light!! & when you tell them to add more coffee the girls have an attitude & talk back to the customers. Terrible customer service. read more

Las Americas Bakery - Iced coffee but clearly its almost 90% milk and 10% coffee - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Worlds best empanadas. Nothing else to say but I have to because yelp requires a certain amount of characters per post so.... I always order the beef empemada with an apple soda. Perfect combo that will always hit the spot. read more

I was next in line, and although I'm brown-skinned I understand Spanish well, the worker behind the counter, who was white Hispanic, greeted the people behind me, also white Hispanic, and took their order before acknowledging me, even though the other worker had informed her that I was there first. read more

Raspado is my Jesus Cristo and my new religion is Raspadofarianism. The Raspado here is the best I've ever had, and it's a sexual experience to me. But then, getting an oil change is a sexual experience to me. And drinking bottled water is a sexual experience to me. So maybe it's just me. But anyway. Jackson Heights is full of amazing Latin Bakeries and awesome Colombian stuff. Nothing compares to "Jugos Prontito" and "Parceros Bakery." Except for this place. It's right up there with both of them. It completes the trifecta of fantasticishness. Seriously, I am so whipped (like crema). I love this place so much. I'm enamoured with their awesome cofee, their *spectacular* Raspado, and their delicious Sucos too. I'm, in fact, so whipped, they need to rename it "Lash Americas Bakery." Like Britney Spears, I'm A Slave 4 Raspados. Aretha just wanted some R-A-S-P-A-D-O and if she came here, she'd get one. Tom Petty wrote a song about a girl who loved Las Americas Bakery. "Las Americas Girl" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNgt7U9QrFQ Well she was a Las Americas girl Raised in Bogota She couldn't help thinking that there Was a little more Raspado at the bottom of her cup After all it was a great big cup With lots of raspberry deliciousness Yeah, and she had to keep sucking To get that little bit of fruit at the bottom she was gonna eat Oh yeah, all right Take a visit to this bakery Make the Raspado last all night She was a Las Americas girl Well it was kinda cold in Jackson Heights She stood alone on 82nd St Yeah, she could hear the subway trains Up above Roosevelt, like waves crashin' on Coney Island Beach And for one desperate moment there She crept back into the bakery God it's so awesome, something that's so delicious And still so f*cking cheap Oh yeah, all right Take a visit to this bakery Make the Suco last all night She was a Las Americas girl If the employees were super tall, it'd be the "Lanky Americas Bakery." But they're all gorgeous petite Colombians with awesome hair, instead. What to get: a Raspado, also Coffee and some Sucos (I had Mango, it was what Macklemore would call "f*cking awesommmmme). What are Sucos: amazing Latin drinks made from fresh fruit blended with sugar What's a Raspado: An icy beverage with fresh Raspberry and sweetened condensed milk traditional from Jamundí, in the region of Valle del Cauca, Colombia. Basically a "Cholado" but with Raspberry. Anything else: Yes, you need to try one ASAP! If it were in the Los Angeles Airport instead of in the heart of Queens, it'd be the "LAX Americas Bakery." Basically a Raspado is one of the best drinks you'll ever consume. When you come to Queens, you need to immediately head to nearby Jugos Prontito in Elmhurst and get a "Cholado", and then head straight here and get a Raspado. Your life will never be the same. The secret that all the Colombians already know is that Americans were cruelly denied the quality and deliciousness of desserts that South Americans enjoyed as kids. Well now you can redress the balance, put the record straight, come here, and put it right. Slurp. Slurp. Slurp. It's so good that nobody else should ever make a Raspado. This should be the "Last Americas Bakery" to make one. Their Sucos (pick a tropical fruit, they probably have it) are amazing as well. And the ladies are absolutely lovely, with fantastic service. They make phenomenal coffee, and it's pretty milky too. So much so that they may rename as the "Latté Americas Bakery." Queens is so packed with food gems and delicious treats that you might overlook this little side-street paradise. That would be a mistake. You won't get creamier coffee, better or more authentic sucos, and you'll certainly never taste a better or fresher Raspado than this one. If you're looking for a Raspado, this really is the light at the end of the Subway tunnel. Hence the name "Lamp Americas Bakery." Just don't get a "Rashpado" by accident. Those things are going around NYC, and since Yelp is not a dating site (it's a hook up site, rather), there are a lot of Rashpados going around. They're very different to Raspados. Who knew that a "H" could make such a difference. But then in the terms "Sit" and "Wore" and "Ole" and "Amazingly Well Ung", H really does make all the difference, doesn't it. Getting an STD from Yelp would seriously be awful on many levels. Almost every level. But there would be one good thing about it. At least you could Yelp it. read more

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I worked in the neighborhood and tried out this bakery. I should of walked out because of non speaking English workers behind the counter. I wanted to try their red velvet cake. After consuming this cake, hours later I was extremely sick, chronic diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and nauseated. I lost so much sleep. The health department needs to re-evaluate all those fake grades posted on their store front. I will never go back . read more

The best coffee in NYC period. Their cafe con leche and pan de bono got me through many long shifts at Elmhurst Hospital. I cannot wait to go back soon! read more

This is the best bakery in the northern hemisphere. I know that is a tall order to fill, but as a Colombian who grew up in Jackson Heights and scavenges the globe for pan de bonos, this is by far the best - you can smell this place 20 feet before you open the door to this tiny hole in the wall (just don't expect to get a seat). Must have foods: The BEST pan de bonos (cheesy bread) - these are light and airy unlike most bakeries that make them dense The bunuelos - perfectly round and non-greasy. For an Indian dessert version of this (Gulab Jamun) head over to 74th street Pastel de Pollo - the only chicken pie in the hood that is baked not fried -- the fluffy crust alone is worth buying The crack coffee - if you need a delicious, sugary, caffeinated shock in the morning Foodie hack: If you are going to family lunch, birthday party or dating a Colombian and need brownie points with the fam, order of pastries you definitely want to come here. Crap, you can't pre-order - what do you do? Call them in the morning and ask them when they are doing batches to throw in the oven - they will usually give you a rough estimate so you can sweep in and grab your goodies to be the party hero. read more

Gather around my people, for I am about to share with you one of the greatest hidden treasures of the ages. I will unequivocally state without any hesitation that this bakery is my #1 guilty pleasure on earth - bar none. I could regale you endlessly with Hobbit-like tales of glorious gluttony; halcyon, golden days filled with huge, doughy, fluffy, flaky Colombian croissants, rich, buttery, cheesy almojabanas, yuca bread and bunuelos... Misty memories of palmiers (elephant ears), arequipe (caramel) stuffed figs and crispy, caramel filled pastry horns... Sigh.. This is the kind of carbohydrate nirvana one can only achieve when one has found a place that truly can do no wrong - where everything has the hallmark of culinary genius; where you can taste the chef's love and the years of practice made into perfection instilled into each and every bite. Such a place is the Colombian bakery Las Americas on 82nd St. This place is an institution and has been around for decades. My dad used to take me and my older brother there when we were but wee lads in the early 1980s and we would return home like victorious hunters carrying the spoils of the day in large paper bags made semi-transparent from the buttery deliciousness ensconced within. Over the years they've introduced an occasional new item here or there, each one bearing the high born stamp of their lordly origins. My current favorite is the Spanish cheese filled croissant which is worth not eating anything else for the rest of the day and doing 5 miles on the treadmill for. If you go early in the morning, or just before 11 AM (when I believe the next fresh baked batch comes out) you'll be treated to piping hot breads - the cheese filled ones still bursting with the juices of the almost gooey white cheese filling. It's enough to start a riot. They say man cannot live on bread alone... Challenge accepted! read more

There are times when I miss Bogotá. I wake up in the morning and I feel like eating Colombian breads and pastries. Last weekend, the urge was so dreadfully strong, that I ran out, hopped on the 7 train, got off at 82nd Street, walked a block south and noticed "Las Américas". You can't miss the letters in the yellow, blue and red tricolor. In general, I have been grossly disappointed by the Colombian food options in NY. I came to Las Américas with low expectations. My main motivations for being there were nostalgia and homesickness. But, I was so delightfully surprised when I bit into warm, fresh, recently-fried buñuelos (fried dough balls) and recently-baked pan de bono (cheese rolls that have a thick external crust, but are delicious soft in the middle). No, it's not Colombia. But, it certainly satisfied my craving. :) read more

Small but well stocked bakery. Ususally come in here for a cafe con leche and a slice of the pound cake with guava filling. In the summer you must try a cholado....it is the best thing on a hot day! read more

Las Americas Bakery - My first cholado.....sooooooo delish - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

This review is purely for their amazing Colombian coffee. No chain coffee place, street cart, or trendy independent coffee house can top the smokiness, creaminess and boldness of their coffee. It's simplicity and unassuming location makes it all the better. Try it for yourself, whether you need a pick me up before work or if just love coffee like me =)! read more

Dulce de leche horn was extremely forgettable, a poor consolation for Delicia being closed across the street. Staff is impatient with gringos. read more

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I really like their yuca bread. That's the only thing I buy whenever I'm at Las Americas. They're kinda small and it's very hollow inside, but so tasty... read more

Love the cafe can leche and empanadas. Super friendly and great service. Plus, they don't laugh at me when I speak broken Spanish.

Terrific, inexpensive Columbian coffee. It's flavorful with lots of sugar and milk. This would sharpen you up and make you ready for a bit of the old officework. read more

Of the many Colombian bakeries in the area, Las Americas stands out for its incredibly flavorful beef empanadas and its crack coffee. The beef empanadas are one of the only ones that I like to eat without accompanying hot sauce because it has enough spice to stand on its own and they are always hot and crispy, whether it is 8 o'clock in the morning or 8 o clock at night. Their coffee keeps me awake for hours and maybe, sometimes, I get heart palpitations. In my mind, that's a good thing. The only downside is sometimes it is a little lukewarm, which is why I knocked off a star. The only other problem is that it allows me to consume my daily intake of calories for breakfast, but that's of my own doing. read more

Love their food, specially their Colombian coffee. It remember me to my grandmother' kitchen and their sweet bread to my country if you are around it try it you will felt in love with their food :) read more

I've been coming here all my life. Great little bakery. Can't go wrong if you like traditional Colombian breakfast on the go! cheap! I love the cheese bread and sausages. read more

Las Americas Bakery - cheese bread / sausage/ arepa !!! Yummy! - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

BEST. COFFEE. EVER. Nowhere in the history of coffee will you taste such a coffee. I have come here all my life and since I was of age to remember my mom has always said their pastries are O.K. What keeps us coming back is this coffee. The coffee overrides any flaw. IT. IS. THAT.GOOD. read more

Came here before Christmas and it was packed! Everything looked fresh and delicious but I came for my usual - pandebono and bunuelos! The pandebono has a great cheese flavor and was a pretty decent size. The quality of the bread is definitely worthy of appraisal but I did not enjoy the bunuelos. I usually get my Colombian baked good fixing from Seba Seba near my house and in my opinion, Seba Seba's buenuelos is way better - bouncier with less of a baking soda after taste. I would definitely come back for their pandebonos though! They also have a pandebono that the size of a car tire. I am still debating whether to try that ;) read more

The best Colombian bakery in the area, I live in Manhattan and don't mind the train ride just to buy pastries from here.

The 5 stars are strictly for the CROISSANTS. They make I think 2x a day and its soooooo worth to be around to get them. Even after a day, pop them in the toaster and they're just as good. read more

Came in here since my aunt said they make the best chicarron. All I can say is that it was way too salty and was hard and on the inside it was not cooked completely. The best part of it was that the chicarron came with corn cake (arepa) which I actually thought was good and on point. Overall I was disappointed. read more

Came here to try their cholado, but I was disappointed. Mine had too much of the red fruit syrup, so it overwhelmed the flavors of the fresh fruits. The way they make their cholados is inconsistent as well. Out of the 4 I ordered, some have more condensed milk, some have more fruit, and some have more fruit syrup. read more

Great food the only problem is when ordering over the phone the staff half the time does not speak enough English to understand the order and many of them do not even know their own menu. Ordering food over the phone is a chore. read more

I love this place !!!! My mother has come to this bakery since i was a newborn lol now I'm 23 and she wouldn't change this place as her favorite coffee and Colombian bread place for nothing she has tried so many and none can compare and I have the same opinion as my Mama read more

Loved everything we had wish i could pronounce everything i had but trust me ir was goodness. Not the greatest service but judging by the product excellent customer service lacking but i will be back. read more

I have to say from the outside I thought it was a simple bakery but little did I know they made the best cakes ever. They made my cake for my wedding and I currently have a pending order for my God sons confirmation. They are very helpful and try to adjust to your current budget. The empanadas are delicious and the coffee well it's awesome. read more

The coffee is super delicious and all th bread is cheesy and divine! The arepa con queso is pretty good too

All I've had there is the coffee, but this is 5-star coffee people! So creamy, not too sweet but sweet enough, and of course it's Colombian so you know it's a tasty roast. I haven't had better coffee anywhere else. And it's only a few cents more than your regular cart coffee. My only regret is that it's not as widespread as Starbucks. Can't say much about their baked good as I haven't had them. That's next on my list though. MUST TRY if you're in Queen! read more

This place has been around since i can remember and they sell the most delicious colombian cake. The decorations are not fancy or anything you would do for a wedding but the cake itself is delish. definately try their mini empanadas which run for 4 for $1. they also hae great coffee not sure what brand of milk they use but the coffee has a nice creamy taste to it. definately also try their carrot cake. read more

After searching for a decent coffee, I stumbled upon this bakery with high expectations. After asking for a regular I was given a frigid coffee with 3/4s of milk. The coffee was bland in taste and sugarless. I figured, "hey, everyone screws up" and came for the entire next week. It was the same issue DAY after DAY. The women that attend are so talkative that they forget your order. Not to mention the amount of disputes that have arised during my presence whilst munching on a stale "croissant." Women and men demanding for a "real coffee" and many more quarrels. Not only is the coffee horrid, but the bread is stale. I've arrived bright and early and the bread sold was stale and pampered in dough in an attempt to hide the mold growing from it. It's a surprise how they've gotten a B for the sanitation inspection. In conclusion, if you're looking for a cold, milky coffee and enjoy overworking your jaws in munching a stale piece of a bread, Las Americas is for you! read more

The coffee is just amazing .. The avena Fria is a must!!!!! The pan de bono buñuelo makes you feel like your in Colombia!! All it needs is to make fresh kumix to make you feel right at home read more

I rotate at elmhurst hospital and always am in need of good cheap coffee and I love getting coffee at Las Americas! Not only is it super delicious it keeps me awake and is reasonably priced. This is definitely the place to go for coffee in the area read more

I bought a slice of pound cake from this bakery and when I got home, I found out that the cake had molds. They don't bother to check their products and still sell old or expired foods. I'm not going to this place ever again. read more

The bread here is very delicious. The prices are good and the coffee is very tasty. Every time I'm in the area I have to stop and bring my family bread. read more

The three stars are for the coffee. Great strong coffee. It sucks when the girls working there do not know what a dark coffee means and give you attitude when you give it back to them so they can actually make it dark. The girls there need to work on their customer service skills. read more

Le doy una sola estrella porque ordene una lechona para navidad y nos la dieron podrida y el personal y el dueño no tomaron cartas en el asunto. (I give one star because i bought food and it was expired and has bad smell. read more