This is our go to spot for Colombian food out east! Bandeja Paisa and Beef empanadas are the best…read morethings to get. This local joint will get you feeling like you're back in Colombia Go check them out!

I drove a little to find this place. If you're looking for authentic Colombian cuisine, this is one…read moreof the spots to visit. Not many people sit inside the restaurant, which is the only reason for the low score. The family provides excellent service. Food has many good flavors. The tostones were on point, the beef soup was Amazing, see pics

Today was our first time ever visiting this Mexican restaurant and we are completely satisfied. The…read moreowner is a one-man show who does it all himself: operates the restaurant, cooks, serves, and he says he even cleans it. We left impressed by his gentle demeanour and charismatic personality. The reasonably priced food was authentic and delicious. We left nothing on our plates! We even bought some packaged mini tortillas to try at home. In the future, every time we crave authentic Mexican food, this will be our yummy place to go!

Stopped here on a whim while driving through and wow -- best tacos I've had since being in Mexico!…read moreFresh, flavorful, and authentic. Service was warm and attentive, and the owner's friendliness made it even better. The vibe of the place also felt warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!

I remember one day driving by Cielito Lindo and seeing it boarded up. I though it was sad because…read moretheir food was amazing and we had enjoyed coming here. Well, little did I know, there had been a fire which had caused the closure of businesses in the strip mall. I'm not in this area often but we happen to drive by it and I saw their sign was there again! My first thought was CHICKEN MOLE!!!! We immediately pulled in and ordered dinner! Our 'old faithfuls' were still in the menu... tabasco combo and chicken mole! We order a takeaway but they are open for dine-in. This restaurant NEVER lets us down. The food is OUTSTANDING and the quality has never wavered. I'm so glad they've weathered all the storms they have faced and are still going strong.

This place is close to where I live, so I wanted to check it out. They always seem super busy. I…read moreordered the Mole Poblano and had horchata. I had some issues with this place. First of all, there are too many table and chairs in the restaurant area. So much so that if someone has their chair pulled out a little bit, it's really difficult to sit comfortably. Secondly, it is very obvious when they are busy the server (singular) becomes overwhelmed very quickly. We didn't receive chips and salsa as is normal for a restaurant like this. Also my drink never came because the person said he was off his rhythm. I don't think it's a rhythm, I think you have too many tables for a restaurant of that size, even without taking into account take out orders or delivery apps. The food I had was very good though. I loved the mole sauce, it was not too choclatey, and not too spicy. It was very well balanced. My partner had the Pollo poblano though, and there was not a poblano to be seen. I was initially confused why they had Pollo Con Mole and Pollo Poblano but no Mole Poblano. I think it's because there's no poblano used. At the same time it is the best Mexican food restaurant in Pickering.

In a town of chain restaurants and box stores, cafe Andes stands out authentically amongst the…read moreothers. If you've ever had Colombian food before, then you will be transported back with every bite. If you've never had it before, you have to try. One of the best cuisines in my opinion. Cafe Andes does it perfectly and offers a range of the classics. Newmarket doesn't understand what a gem this place is.

They get 4.5 stars…read more Buñuelos (Colombian Cheese Fritters) was a large ball. It was decent: spongy & light. Mar Y Tierra (Grill Mix) was pretty tasty though the flavour was a bit one-dimensional. There were many types of seafood in it: mini & normal shrimp, squid, mussels & octopus. The chicken and steak were in chunks. Though I got it for takeout, the fries were still a bit crispy when I had them. The dish was a bit salty (I have high salt tolerance). In the Sugar Cane Lemonade, the lemon predominated. But they're supposed to have pure sugar cane right now. Tequeños (Venezuelan Cheese Sticks) were large & slightly crispy. They were better than the buñuelos. Besides cheese in the dough a little was stuffed inside too. They had a nice springy texture. Tres leches (3 milks cake) was very good: rich, moist & light.

My family all live far apart from one another, so we compromised on somewhere between me, my wife…read moreand them for my birthday dinner, thus we chose this place as I was in the mood for Mexican.They had a traditional Mexican interior, and friendly staff greeted us on arrival. As far as the location goes, I must say they have very limited parking spots(but we found a spot). Parking spots were tight. However, there is ample parking at the big box store across the street, and they are on a bus line. They are not near other restaurants but stand out based on the loud Mexican music and big sign that has a Mexican flag Over all the service was friendly, attentive, and quick(especially considering how packed it was) They give nachos on arrival, sort of like how restaurants normally give bread, which were okay , but the salsa was bland. The lime margarita was amazing. I got the beef enchiladas, which were tender and loaded with food didn't quite pack the punch I was hoping for. My mom and my wife got the nachos with chicken;they didn't like it. So I tried it to confirm the following: the nacho platter with chicken was bland, with very little crunch. It looked like it was sitting around for a while as far as value goes, my wife's beer was more expensive than my margarita, which is a plus if you are an alcohol drinker like me but not for a beer drinker, obviously. The portions on my plate were small, but there were so many different items on the plate that blended together fairly well that the small portions didn't matter too much. And lastly, the smell of the place was nonexistent, which is odd IMO for a small restaurant.

This place is special because it is authentic food and service from top to bottom. It's small but…read morehas many seats and can accommodate larger parties- just call ahead if you want a reservation..but small walk-ins should be no issue. The service staff is amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. 4/5 for atmosphere because it was cold in the restaurant, probably because it is January and this restaurant is in an old building. The food comes out super quick - even my steak came out very fast. Chips and salsa were complimentary and very tasty. We had 3 kids meal, enchiladas with mole, and steak. All the food was amazing and good portion size. If you feel like Mexican food - skip the chain Tex-mex and come to Mexico Lindon.

As soon as I walked in, the smell fresh baking filled the air. They offer fresh baked goods as well…read moreas soups, stews and freezer items. I ordered three different types of empanada, a caramel-filled sugared donut and a cheese filled breadstick that was fresh out of the fryer and still warm. Everything was extremely tasty and I can't wait to visit again and try out some other items.

From the owner: We are a family owned business that sells baked goods traditional in Latin America, such as…read moreempanadas, alfajores, tres leches cake, and much more. We also sell imported products like organic chocolate bars and tea from Colombia.

I had breakfast with my friends on Sunday morning. One of my friends got her eggs with some rust…read morefrom cast iron skillet and I came home having diarrhea from the food I eat.

The Columbian empanada and tacos were outstanding. They also treated us like familia and were…read moreextremely helpful in food recommendations. A grocery store look but don't let that stop you from trying this place. Great find.

So far, this is the only one that has fully met my expectations in every aspect of satisfaction…read more The interior is cozy and charming, the service is excellent, and the menu offers a great variety. The food--oh my, the flavors and presentation are outstanding. Please go there; you will not be disappointed!

Definite recommend! I ordered the Maracuya drink and pork chop milanesa plate. the address was…read morelisted wrong it's on finch and milvan. 2481 Finch Ave. West

Oh. My. Word! First, I'll start with the one, single…read moredisappointing thing... The day we visited, they did not have any baked goods (they said they only have them on the weekend), so we couldn't try the peras de coco (coconut rolls). But, perhaps it was kind of a blessing because our picada was plentiful. The dining area isn't huge, but they also do take out. There are about 5 or so tables to dine in. The service was a tad slow, but very friendly; I believe there was only one person waiting, cooking & serving AND the food was more than worth the wait! We ordered the picada for 4 and my brother tried a Colombiana cola. He liked it a lot; it was lighter than a "normal" cola, non-carbonated and less sweet than cola around here. I don't drink pop and even when I did, I always hated colas. I can't say I'd drink a whole Colombiana, but I didn't find it disgusting & that's saying something. Now on to the star of the show, the picada! It was loaded with several different meats, plantains fixed in different ways, yuca & baby potatoes and 4 sauces. We were so excited when it was set down on our table, we dug in before we even got our silverware haha. The platter had chicken, steak, chicharron, chorizo, blood sausage, sausage, sweet plantain, fried plantain, fried yuca and Colombian potatoes. The sauces were: avocado sauce, mayo/ketchup, pico de gallo & a garlicky one. Everything was so, so flavorful and cooked perfectly! There was not one thing that any of us didn't like. If I had to pick my top contender of a meat and a non-meat item, I would choose the chicharron & sweet plantain.... But I hope to never have to make that choice! The chicharron were thick and crunchy. The sweet plantain were perfection. When we left we were each given a dulce de leche caramel. They also have a variety of Colombian snacks and candies for sale. They recently opened an additional, larger location at 951 Niagara Falls Blvd (it used to be El Palenque). We were told they will be keeping both locations open, but the new location will have some additional items that they don't serve at the Oliver St location. I cannot wait to visit again!!!

Came here back in December because my friend kept raving about the food. It's a combination of a…read morestore selling snacks/bakery/restaurant. Very limited seating inside. The food does take awhile because they make everything fresh so when you do get it, it is piping hot! The three of us got the Picada for 2 to share and the Caldo de Bola Res with grilled tilapia. It was more than enough to share and we had leftovers that we could eat for two more meals at home. Everything was well-seasoned and cooked well. Nothing tasted dry at all! The chicharron was my favorite so I got a separate order of just that to take home. Highly recommend and would definitely go there again!

I'm a big fan of Mexico Lindo on Taunton in Whitby. This is another location, looks family-run. The…read moreauthentic Mexican food here was just as delicious. I ordered the beef enchiladas, which came with rice, beans, and coleslaw. Service at pickup was friendly and cheerful. They are on Uber Eats, but for pickup, it's easier to just phone ahead. I'll definitely order from them again.

I love this cozy little restaurant. That's what I call momma's cooking. The food is authentic…read moreMexican cuisine and it tasted amazing. We ordered the Steak a la Nayarita and Chicken Con Mole, both were to die for. We love Mexican food and decided to go there on Valentine's Day for a more intimate experience. We were glad we went because they really made it special. They were so welcoming, decorated the place nicely with flowers, and they kindly offered my partner a rose before we left. We're all about supporting local businesses and we love it when we find these gems. We highly recommend this restaurant. I am confident that anything you order there will be fantastic. Just go for an adventure, you'll love it!