This was my first time visiting Flor Do Mar at Parkville Market. They specialize in Paella and…read moreseafood. It doesn't seem like you should be able to execute paella this good in a Food Hall where people are expecting quick turnaround on their meals, but I thought my Valencia Paella was very good. Per the menu, it had shrimp, clams, octopus, squid, peas and seasoned rice. The clams and different sizes of shrimp were most visible. I especially loved all the baby sized shrimp. The seafood had good texture and everything was well seasoned. People who are hardcore paella purists may say, "yeah, but it didn't have the crispy rice parts that meet the pan (the socarrat)." I wouldn't expect that out of a Food Hall paella place, but if that's what you're looking for, you may need to find a nice sit down Spanish or Portuguese restaurant and wait a while for that to be cooked. 4.5 Stars.

Fresh food made to order with great customer service . What else can you ask for ?! Nice vibe and…read morevery affordable . If you're in the Hartford area this is a must try :) five stars from food to service !!

Overpriced dark location. Ate here twice in ten years. The signs are confusing. Every item is $12…read more Nowhere to dine in although there is a spacious dining room in restaurant.

Food is good, service is fine nothing spectacular. Ambiance was ok nothing fancy…read more Price is ok.

I typically order delivery and the food is consistently good and affordable…read more The chicken mofonguitos are one of my favorite things to eat in the Hartford area. The plantain is always just the right texture and the chicken is very tender. It doesn't really travel well though so you just have to use a fork to put everything back together. The steak is good, but it is a bit salty and the white rice cancels it out a bit. Super filling!

Recently, my support group Hearts that HEAL enjoyed a delightful meal and excellent service at Lo…read moreSano Restaurant and Bar, nestled in the south end of Hartford on Maple Avenue. Our meeting with 17 women and 8 Hartford Police officers who came to answer our questions about personal and Internet safety was a positive experience, led by our friend Hyacinth Yennie. This community activist spends her time at the Senior Citizen Wellness Center down the street, where she leads activities and trips for older residents of the neighborhood. Delicious food, attentive service, and affordable prices made this restaurant a positive choice for our monthly support group meeting. The hors d'oeuvres, sandwiches, and desserts hit the spot while we engaged with South End police officers who answered our questions about safety and gave short, helpful talks. All in all, it was a positive experience. We will return for the delicious Spanish food and the excellent service from the wait staff. Thank you, Lo Sano, for a wonderful dining experience. We thanked our friend HyavinthYennie for recommending such a good place for our group to meet and enjoy a delicious meal. Thank you, Lo Sano, for a wonderful dining experience.

Was missing authentic PR food since my trip in February. Someone suggested aqui me quedo but this…read morelocation specifically! It did not disappoint me, but parking can be tricky in the area. However, it was so worth it when we at down to eat. Got the potato ball, tostonas, beef stew, beans, and white rice. The flavor was delicious and I can't wait to go back to try more of their pastries that they are known for. I did not want to over order my first time in case I didn't like the food. Wish I did get a to go order to eat at home. Give it a try!

(Disclaimer I'm writing this review based on their food truck )…read more Today I went to their food truck and ordered a 2-parcha/ passion fruit drink, plantain with meat, and some type of sandwich. This should have at least taken 20 minutes tops for a food truck but it took 2 hours including the drink. Overall, the food was good. The sandwich was really good but the plantain felt thrown together and way too oily, and at that point, I just threw it away. Wish they did better because I was excited for the food but I feel like it wasn't worth the wait.

I attended a lunch meeting with a sister company. When I showed up, I expected the standard pizza…read moreand salad, but to my surprise, they ordered from here and I have never been so full leaving a lunch meeting in my life. We had pork and rice and beans and empanadas and potato balls. I was so satisfied, I went to the restaurant again to pick up dinner for my family. When I went for pick up, it was clean, the soda selection was great, which my kids were excited about, and the staff was so friendly (and bilingual-which was a relief). I will definitely be back!

My first time here over the summer was good overall! The food was hot and the staff was friendly,…read morewhich I appreciated. They have a good amount of seating available inside and great options to choose from. We did end up grabbing some made to order alcapurrias. All 3 tasted good but they needed hot sauce, lacking in flavor. I felt as the chicken one lacked the most flavor but was ok when hot sauce added & so did the pork one. I'll say that the ground beef alcapurria was my favorite out of the 3; although I still personally felt they all needed some hot sauce to add that kick missing. An alcapurria is a known Puerto Rican fritura/fried street food, growing up to even being an adult it's one of my favorite things if done right. We also had the bistec with rice, a side of beans, & a side of plantains. As well as the pernil with yellow rice. Both of these dishes lacked flavor, again needing hot sauce or missing something. The beans did have a good amount of flavor, which I enjoyed, & the plantains were slightly over fried. The visit itself was satisfying, I would return to give them another shot as well as hopefully try their carne guisada plate, which wasn't available at the time I went that day. I didn't give this business a 4 star rating simply because of the lack of flavor in mostly each item ordered. I would give it a solid 3.8 if I could.

The food here never disappoints! I came in for lunch and had four tacos that were incredibly…read morefilling. This charming little restaurant had been closed for renovations, and while I'm not exactly sure when they reopened, the updated space looks wonderful and cozy. The service is humble and friendly, but please be patient - the server is also the cook, and the whole staff pitches in to keep things running smoothly. Since it's a smaller establishment, if you need anything, it's best to walk up to the front and ask for assistance. I ordered two chicken tacos and two spicy beef tacos, and they were absolutely delicious. Honestly, everything on the menu is worth trying!

If I could eat at this place,every night without worrying about my health, I would. The food is…read moreamazing and the portions are generous. My favorite thing to order from here is. Bandeja paisa, elite Colombian meal. Usually when I come here, I am greeted with a smile and friendliness. They do a variety of Latin American dishes very well. If you're not from the area, you won't know about this place, but I can guarantee you it'll be the best decision you ever make in your life.

Food is always delicious! I've ordered trays of food for a party and it did not disappoint!…read more Everyone is always pleasant and friendly. The dining area is cozy and culturally inviting to sit and enjoy a meal!

I didn't get a chance to take pics , but the food was good but needed a smidge of salt. I ordered…read morethe small rice and chicken and the chicken was falling off the bone, literally. I also ordered a pastellios de carne but they gave me one with cheese and sauce instead that reminded me of pizza. Lastly , my favorite was rellenos de papa and theirs was pretty good. I also ordered a coco drink that was basically coconut and it was good. The lady who took our order was really nice and the food was done so fast . We literally did not have to wait any time at all. There was also a bar that a few people were hanging out at enjoying themselves. I don't live here, but I would definitely come back if I did.

Unexpected Lunch Stop - Worth It!…read more I wasn't planning on eating here yesterday, but with the holiday, a few of my favorite spots were closed. Since I was in the neighborhood and short on time, I decided to stop in for a quick lunch--and I'm glad I did! The service was fast and efficient. The food is served hot, and you simply pick what you want, making the whole process super convenient. They give you a generous portion for a great price, and if you're dining in, the staff even brings your food right to the table, which was a nice touch. Whether you're looking for a quick takeout option or a sit-down meal, this spot is a solid choice for delicious Dominican food. Fast, filling, and flavorful--definitely worth a stop! Everything was clean and staff was friendly.

Their empanadas are so perfect, I don't even want to write anything else! They're perfectly crisp…read morewithout drying out the inside filling. The beef and cheese and chicken and cheese are the best flavors. Their pernil is always cooked well, too. I like mine as crispy as possible with a crunch. Pairing a meat with rice for their lunch special is probably your best bet, cost wise. Service is quick! While I'll typically do takeout, there are a few tables inside and friendly service. Great neighborhood spot.