I had the encebollado, which was outstanding. A perfect lunch on a dreary day. The staff were very…read morefriendly and attentive and it was a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. I'll be back.

The service was very good! The servers kept checking up on us regularly. They offered free popcorn…read moreas an appetizer. The portion sizes were very good for its price! Free lollipops also came with the bill. I would recommend this place if you want to be filled. The music also reminds me of old telenovela and vibes are good in general! We went on a Friday evening and wasn't too packed!

"If you know how I get, why do you keep inviting me?". Ifkyk…read more Great service. Flavorful, plentiful food. Good cocktails. Open air parking lot. Welcoming to children. No steps, so wheelchair accessible.

The food was good, the service was great, and the restaurant is very spacious. There are tons of…read moreseating, a bar, big screen tvs, and a space that looks like it turns into a dance floor. I got the encocado mixto, and my friends got the bandeja paisa and lomo saltado. Everything was good, very flavorful, and fresh. My encocado mixto tasted buttery and creamy from the coconut sauce, the tostones were crispy, and the steak from the bandeja was well seasoned. I would definitely come back and try other dishes! Also, their website menu has all the pictures of the dishes, so I recommend using that to help you order.

Had to come back 11 years later and upgrade this review to 5 stars. Brunch at Hola is one of my…read morefavorites. It's hard for me to stray from the fried chicken and cachapas. The combo of the chicken, cachapa, jalapeño, bacon, egg, and spiced butter is elite. I also had a bite of my friends arroz verde was tasty, and I'm sure the Benedict would be awesome. A new item I tried this time was the potato holas. Omg, these little potato coins were fire!! Loved them with both chimichurri and aioli. Dinner is also great. The last time I went was a couple years ago, but they had a burger on a pap de queijo bun which was quite good. And the nachos, salsas, and of course arepas are always great. This is a true Minneapolis gem!

I went my friends and the food was very good. Really good honestly…read more Then, I ordered food for my wife and that was the chimichuri chicken Arepa and the chicken was basically rotten when I came home. We threw it in the trash and I went to buy food from somewhere else. Fix your chicken you guys. Can't believe you basically gave trash chicken in the arepa to go.

Maria's is such a great place. I went for the first time a few weeks ago and am so excited to go…read moreback. The place is a little hard to find, because it is inside of another building (front door is currently locked). If you follow the signs though it's pretty simple. The cafe is cute and very cozy. Feels like a childhood memory of going to breakfast with my grandma. Service is very prompt and attentive! The menu is so large and varied. They have all day breakfast, many Columbian dishes, and lots of vegetarian options. I got Giovanni's Breakfast Wrap and it was so good. Love that it comes with vegetarian sausage without an up-charge! It also lasted me two meals, which was awesome. I am so excited to go back and try more of the menu! So much to choose from!!

It was very busy on a Sunday for breakfast. Good took quite a long time to arrive but it was…read moredelicious. We parked across the street otherwise street parking only.

Grateful this place was open last night for dinner despite the 4th of July holiday…read more Spacious and clean, nicely air conditioned, a screensaver of nature on the tv screens, medium loud music in Spanish. Our server was very pleasant and attentive, refilling our waters before we asked. I ordered mango smoothie and a seco de pollo and my friend ordered a caldo de gallina (Ecuadorian chicken soup) and a side salad. Our food came out hot and delicious in about 20 minutes. Very satisfying. The sauce on my chicken (seco de pollo) was rich and savory, the rice perfectly cooked and the fried plaintains perfection. If I lived in the area, I'd become a regular!

Wow, I am digging this place, in a great area of E Lake St. Galapagos Bar and Grill offers nothing…read morebut a clean, spacious, and welcoming place to hang out and have some amazing food. This is the kind of establishment where the food speaks for itself, and there is a lot of it on your plate. Humitas - These corn tamales are just as good, maybe even better than Chimborazo's. If you have a group of four or so, get these so all can have a bite, and you won't get filled up before your entree arrives. Patacones - We loved these! Who doesn't love mashed fried plantains? Add the cheese to them, you won't be sorry. Arepas Con Carnitas - These were wonderful. Two on a plate, and could honestly be a whole meal. I can't recall what the sauce was on them, but that was quite good. Carne Apanada o Asada - This was enjoyable. the breaded steak (round steak I think?) was unadorned with any sauce. I was a bit concerned this was going to be dry, but adding some of the rice and beans to your fork made it plenty good. Speaking of beans. I have no idea how they make them or what ingredients they use, but these really are the best beans I have ever eaten in MPLS. They are so good that I would just order a bowl of these beans and a couple of arepas and be perfectly content. Please support this restaurant and stop in for lunch/dinner. You will not be disappointed.

Fantastic. We've made Minneapolis our second home and are now looking to compile a list of faves…read morefor when we are here. Martina is an ace with its bold flavored Argentinian cuisine and relaxing atmosphere. We dined on the patio, but whether you are seated inside or out, the ambiance is adorned with green plants, natural wood, and clean lines for a modern aesthetic that pleases today's diner. The food was a pleasure. The secret to the bold flavors is in the sauce. We started with an order of the grilled bread and a dozen oysters. I'll never say no to raw oysters (even on some occasions when I should have), but these were a great experience. The vinegar sauce served with these was a unique version that when paired with a dash of the shredded horseradish and a squeeze of lemon juice, the oysters were a punch of zingy perfection. The salted, vinegar infused butter that came with the bread elevated the dish. I chose the halibut for my entree and it was lovely (halibut is a win in any format). However, I would highly recommend the ribeye. My son got that and I sampled a piece with the accompanying chimichuri sauce and it was heavenly. The oils chosen to create that sauce were very well thought out so it made for not-your-typical ribeye and lent itself to something flavorfully unique. We want to return! Putting this on our list of faves when in Minneapolis/St Paul.

Spendy place. Nice patio. We waited a long time for our food on this summer day in July, about 30…read moremins. Came at 6:30pm to get ahead of the rush so we thought. Friendly staff, just a busy day I guess. This was my 2nd visit. I must say I enjoyed my first visit and meal more when I ordered the shrimp spaghetti. This time, I ordered the braised oxtail tagliatelle. It was good and the portion was generous. The potato churros appetizer was amazing! My friends enjoyed those more than their entrees unfortunately. One said the cacio e Pepe ravioli was underwhelming and the other felt the grilled salmon was decent.

Yummy food and service! Didn't feel too stuffed afterwards! Really enjoyed the atmosphere! Would…read morerecommend!

I really loved this place: bright and open, it's incredibly inviting. The staff was warm and…read morewelcoming (thanks Sofia!) and helped us navigate the menu. We especially enjoyed how conversation-friendly it was here. If you're looking to catch up with a friend, this is a great option! As for the menu, you'll find both Mexican and Ecuadorian options. Starting with the beverage offerings, you'll see many flavors of Jarritos, agua frescoes, and some Ecuadorian sodas. I tried the Tropical, which was delicious. Pink and fruity, it was not too sweet and had a little dose of je ne sais quoi. I really liked it! I saw empanadas on the menu, and while I have had them before, never have I ever seen them served with sugar. Of course we ordered them. They were awesome. Exactly the right balance of crisp and tender, the pastry was a delight. (Definitely sprinkle a little sugar on it.) The salty cheese provided a satisfying little cheese pull and went beautifully with the sugar, too. They also go great with the hot sauce, which is a must-have. It's acidic and bright from the vinegar and has a satisfying heat that tickles the tongue and goes great on everything. The plato vegetariano was the epitome of simple and satisfying: potatoes in a delicious and herby sauce; a fresh salad of lettuce, onion, and tomato; a fried slice of plantain; a mound of perfectly-cooked rice; and a cup of beans. It was comforting without being heavy. The dessert menu featured familiar favorites and one that was completely new to me: higos con queso. While I went with the flan, I did get to sneak a bite of this unusual and intriguing dessert: the figs are poached but retain their firmness and are served with a firm and salty cheese. The figs and cheese come with the poaching liquid, which is not sweet but also not quite savory--it's got quite a depth of flavor and makes for a truly unique dish. I recommend it if you prefer to end your meal with something that isn't super sweet. (If, on the other hand, you prefer a more traditional dessert, the flan here is lovely: a bit sturdier than some you may have had, it's got the right blend of sweet and caramelized--it was just right!) Street parking is available nearby, but if you come later in the evening, it will probably park up. This is a great choice for families and friends!

In from out of town and been wanting to try traditional arepas and wasn't disappointed. The family…read morethat runs the place came from Venezuela and was very happy to walk me through the menu. The arepa was amazing, and extremely filling. I also had the tequenos which was very good and plenty to share. I will definitely go again before I leave town

Very Very nice people and delicious food! Do not be afraid to give this cuisine a try. The arepas…read moreare really only the beginning! I love the ham and cheese cachapa! I also got to try their empanadas on my last visit and they were absolutely yummy. I had the shredded beef and the cheese one. Don't miss out on the hot sauce and the garlic sauce. Both are yummy on pretty much everything. I also enjoyed the fruit beverages, but they're a little sweet for my taste. Definitely give this small local business a shot!

The few times I have been to Sabor Latino I have loved it here. The service is amazing, and the…read morepeople are very friendly. They can understand English well and you dont need to order in Spanish for them to understand you. The food is very good but a little pricey. I usually get the Sabor Latino Especial and its my favorite on the menu. I highly recommend you go to this place! I love it!

Amazing Colombian and Ecuadorian food, very authentic! Our group ordered all kinds of dishes and we…read moreall loved it. The prices were great and they had an excellent selection. The service was friendly and attentive. We will all be back!!

Dang, how did I not know this was here? Ena is a great place for a late summer meal. The patio was…read moreperfection for an early Saturday dinner. We arrived at about 5:00 and had our pick of tables. The patio is spacious and offers a nice breeze. We admired the planters that feature lovely bee-friendly flowers, colorful foliage, and even jalapeño plants. Our server, Alex, was awesome... cheerful, friendly, and knowledgeable, she really made for a great experience. We started off with the avocado appetizer. Imagine a deconstructed guacamole--it has avocado, red onion, cilantro, and tomatoes--set off with the tastiest citron oil you've ever had and scoops of a savory charred tomato salsa. Fresh, crunchy tortilla chips are the perfect way to scoop. I went with pasta for my main and chose the very intriguing espinaca, which comes with a spinach-asparagus sauce. It was super creative! The combination is very fresh, bright, and smooth. In addition to additional asparagus, other veggies included red peppers and sun dried tomatoes. Pine nuts and feta round out the dish. It's basically pesto's quirky but cool sister. We had two desserts, both of which were delicious. The cheesecake was lovely--the fruit was tangy and bright and set off the creamy cheese and slightly sweet pistachios perfectly. The tres leches cake was also really tasty. It's a little bit different from some other tres leches that I have had--it has a slightly sturdier crumb, so even though it came with a generous pour of the sweet milk sauce, it retained its texture. The sweet and tart fresh strawberries were the perfect accompaniment. All in all am awesome find!

After eating dinner at Ena last night, I wondered why this fantastic restaurant is not better…read moreknown. While Ena doesn't have a scene or even a bar, the food at this family-owned establishment is fantastic, and I have eaten a lot of Latin American cuisine. Originating from Mexico, the French-trained owner/chef prepares Latin fusion dishes with flavors that burst alive. With a delicate yet crisp crust, the Birria Empanadas are amazingly flavorful, and the meat's juices have a wonderfully piquant taste. They're the best empanadas I've ever tasted. The Bife de Chorizo was gigantic, but even better, the flavors tickled our fancy, the Chimichurri sauce providing the ideal punch. My Anticuchos were good, but as always, my wife ordered better, because the Bife de Chorizo was the star of the night. Service was led by the chef's charming daughter, who enhanced our meal with her knowledge and great sense of humor. Ena serves beer, wine, and cocktails; however, I would build a bar in the expansive space. Yet, what do I know, I was the sad owner of three restaurants that closed. Ena provided us with one of our best meals of 2026.