Chicharrón! Yes please!…read more This place is always so popular whenever we come in for dinner. There's usually a wait at the door to be seated because the place is always jam packed with people. It's really worth the wait because everything is so darn tasty! We have dined in a few times and it never disappoints. I always like to get the Paisa entree because it comes with a huge side of crunchy chicharrón which I love! The non-alcoholic drinks are very good. They have a coconut drink which tastes refreshing and it's not too sweet. They also have a few margaritas and other beers. The staff is always super nice and accommodating. And even though it's always busy it's not too chaotic and the service is pretty quick. The food is always flavorful and cooked perfectly! It tastes like a home cooked meal and it actually feels like I am visiting a relatives house for dinner. Everyone at the restaurant always has a smile on their face and it's always just a great dining experience. Whenever I am in town I always think of this restaurant!

The service was amazing so warm and friendly. Immediately acknowledged us and took drink orders. We…read morehad licuados (fruit smoothies) they were so rich and delicious. Then our food order of 2 mini bandeja paisa was quick and delicious. Will definitely return and highly recommend.

Ordered take out: -…read moreMini bandeja: Loved the rice and beans (I know it's the most basic part of the plate but if a place can't master these, they lose me). Carne was dry. Chicharron was great. - Arepa: looks like a tortilla, so not the typical thick arepas I'm used to. So felt like I paid $8 just for a tortilla and small block of cheese - Tostones con guacamole: I prefer my tostones to be crispier, but they had great taste. - Cazuela de Mariscos: Great flavor. I put it on top of rice and enjoyed it with the other food, otherwise too heavy/dense on it's own. I didn't enjoy the mussels (I love mussels). They were too gritty.

" From Colombia with Love " For a moment I was…read moretransported in time to my aunt Mimi's house in Colombia. Where I spent many wonderful summer vacations as a child . We tried a little of everything on the menu . The smoothies our a must . Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The service was kind. Overall warm and welcoming. (For a moment I could feel myself eating at my aunts house in Colombia , it was that warm and welcoming of an environment ). The name of the restaurant " Con Sabor a Colombia " is the most favorable name for this establishment. Which translates to ; Food with flavor of Colombia. Parking is difficult but manageable. The prices are a bargain for the quality, portion size , experience and freshness.

Visited on a Sunday morning, and although it was packed, tables turned over quickly and there…read morealways seemed to be a place to sit and eat. My boyfriend and I got what felt like a feast for around $20: two types of cheese bread, an arepa, plantains, rice and beans, steak, eggs, and a large coffee. Everything was delicious, and the service was friendly, welcoming, and prompt. We only wish we had discovered this place sooner--we'll definitely be back!

Delicious empanadas and arepas, everything is fresh here! The staff were kind and prices were very…read morereasonable. This place is always packed and I am glad we finally tried it out.

Love everything except for their fried calamari. Don't get…read moreit from here, it tasted like the inside of a freezer, and gave me food poisoning. Their tostones con todo is just what I need when I'm hungry. It fills me up so much, it makes me feel like I don't need to eat for the next few days.

Food and service and ambiance were all great but seeing AI slop on the menus instead of actual…read morepictures of drinks made me wonder the entire meal about what else they were cheaping out on. It's really disappointing because it was one of my favorite spots but luckily there is no shortage of good food in Chelsea.

Arrived in Boston early(5am) Sunday, 5/26/19. Skimmed Yelp for somewhere unique to grab some…read morebreakfast near Logan airport. At first I decided to try Mi Rancho. A Colombian breakfast felt like it would fit the bill. I showed up at 615am to find the doors still locked & nobody there. According to the store sign & Yelp, its supposed to open at 6am. I saw another place next door. La Abundancia. Yelped it, saw it was also Colombian. And open. It's a very small and unassuming spot. Nothing fancy about it. A handful of tables. There was a Spanish radio station playing. Lady at front said hello & handed me a menu. I did notice. Aside from one guy coming in for a coffee to go, I was the only customer there. Maybe Sunday early mornings are typically slow? I'm not sure. I chose the Calentado. Steak, egg, rice & beans. She asked if I wanted tomato & onions in the eggs. And corn arepa with cheese on side. I said yes to both. Added some hot sauce & it hit the spot. Next time, I would like to try some of that wonderful pork with the chicharrones attached to it. I was sad they did not have any guava pastries, roscones. Would have loved to take some to go. Still, I'm very satisfied to have found this place to dine.

Absolutely delicious! Everything my family of 7 ordered was amazing. Staff was friendly and…read moreaccommodating, felt like I was eating at my grandmothers house! Highly recommend! Will be frequenting this place often!

Hearty Colombian fare! We got the Patacón Mixta, Patacón con Pescado, and the Perro Paisa. Portions…read morewere absolutely massive and filled us up to the brim. The highlight for me was the fish, which was fried to perfection and very flavorful. Would be an amazing hangover cure!

We got off the airport and My Wife wanted rice and beans so I suggested a Colombian restaurant we…read morewere glad it was open on a Sunday night. The fan above had so much dirt, it looked as though it hasn't been cleaned in a year. The windows were dirty. I noticed one of the cooks was grabbing cheese without gloves on. The nail in the coffin was when I saw the cooks using two microwaves back to back non stop. The presentation of the food was awful, the microwave destroyed everything, I threw away 70 dollars worth of food when we got home. The food smelled grotesque. If they cannot get the basics done, what hope is there for the food?

El Peñol 2 has been our go-to spot for years. We eat here at least 2-3 times a week, and somehow…read morethey never disappoint. In my opinion, it's the best Colombian restaurant in Massachusetts. The food is always incredible, and one thing I really appreciate is the consistency. No matter when you go, the flavors are always on point. I've tried almost everything on the menu and honestly love it all, but my absolute favorite is the Bandeja Paisa. The chicharrón is hands down the best around, the rice and beans are always perfectly cooked, and every plate tastes like authentic homemade Colombian food. The service is just as impressive as the food. The owners and the entire staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and make you feel like family every time you walk in. Even when they're busy, the food comes out surprisingly fast. Great food, amazing service, and the kind of atmosphere that keeps you coming back. Without a doubt, El Peñol 2 is one of my top three spots in Massachusetts for Spanish and Colombian cuisine. Highly recommend!

It's amazing food and service. A great experience every time I go. Large portions of delicious foodsread more

This reminds me of places you would find in Latin America. Not fancy or elegant. Just order your…read morefood, and they give it to you. In this case the food is simple, but very good. We had pastels and empanadas. Plus the lulo drink, which was very nice. Ambiance isn't great, but the food is. And the lady behind the counter was very friendly.

A gem of a place that I stumbled upon after a late night tennis session in the area. I was looking…read morefor a spot for a quick bite, and I can happily say that I was satisfied with my food and experience at La Chiva! I scanned the large menu for an option to refuel and opted for the steak tacos, which were 3 for $12. They were stuffed with protein and topped with a tomato and onion salsa. I also couldn't resist trying a fried pastry or two with a wide variety of options they had available, so I ended up ordering a chicken pastel and beef yucca empanada. The staff here were really friendly and the service was very quick. Everything about this place was casual and efficient. This placed seemed like where all the locals went! In the heart of the busy area, La Chiva has plenty of nearby street parking along with a small personal lot. There is ample indoor and outdoor seating. And it has food readily available and they are open until 3am. A big tip is that they are Cash Only.

One of the best spots to get your Colombian pastries. This is my go to spot to get their cheese…read morebread. Please do yourself a favor and come try their cheese bread, beef empanadas, and churros! For dine in, it's a little restaurant/bakery so they have about 6-7 tables? I see a lot of choices for breakfast and it's always busy. Must try to dine in next time!

The food here for breakfast was just okay - but it could've been because we weren't sure what to…read moreorder. We got the 53 and 54 and both were decent, but nothing to write home about. The steak was seasoned well but pretty tough to chew. Main reason why it's 3 stars instead of 4 though is because we were given sticky cutlery - the knives they gave us had this clear goo on it, like glue or melted sticker residue. So we had to use their plastic cutlery instead. We came here because it was one of the few places that was open at 7am after our red-eye flight in, so the early hours was nice! They also have a couple of tables inside, so we sat there to eat. All in all, if you need a quick early bite, they've got what you need, but don't expect too much in quality. I'm tempted to try the chicharron next time though, because it looked quite tasty in the hot bar, just wasn't sure if pork belly is 7am food...