I wanted a change of pace today. enough chinese, korean and japanese... been eating asian pretty…read moremuch every day. i was looking for some jerk chicken or goat curry... i found this place as I was searching on google maps. basically, this was the closest one to where I was, at the moment, parked in a $3.49 per gallon gas station here in texas... i went in and order the oxtail dish. since it was happy hour, i also got a mojito... the mojito seems ok.. i thought, the sugar was not grinded enough... well, found out at the end when all the sugar was at the bottom in any case, Im here for the oxtail. it was really good. portions were really good. and the 2 free sides were also good, beans and plantains.. 30 bucks dish... it's unique and portions were good so I am happy. total was about $40+ i think i did $6 tip .. a little pricy but I understand since it is a high cost dish. it cost about the same in korean places.. the jamaican places have oxtail curry ... hmm perhaps it's time to try a instant pot recipe and buy some oxtail from costco... overall, a really good find. looks to be a hole in the wall place... i would love to try their cubanos... one of these days...

I have no idea where I first heard about this place, but I'm so glad I found it…read more Right after we ordered, the server brought over what looked like simple grilled pieces of bread. I was trying to save room for the main course, but there was something so delicious about those unassuming little bites. They were warm, slightly crisp, and completely addictive. We came specifically for the lunch specials, and they did not disappoint. I had my eye on the Piccadilly, a flavorful mix of ground meat with spices, potatoes, and what I believe were raisins and olives. It comes with white rice and black beans, but you can have them mixed together, which is absolutely the way to go. The combination of savory and slightly sweet flavors was fantastic. My only small wish is that it came with a few more sweet plantains on the side. My husband ordered the Cuban sandwich, which comes with a side. We chose fries and iced tea, and they generously brought us BOTH large iced teas. The sandwich itself was huge, easily big enough to take half home. It was perfectly grilled, warm, and melty. If I could change one thing, it would be to make the bread a bit smaller while keeping all that delicious filling. This place is also a great value. Definitely worth stopping by and checking out.

I've never had anything but their pupusas. They have a special on Thursday's and that's about all…read moreI've ever done. Good local spot.

I LOVE THIS PLACE. They make the best pupusa's in the world and they are all reasonably priced. I…read moreswear that someone's sweet Salvadorian grandma is in the kitchen cooking up the best Salvadorian food that I've ever had in my life. Don't take my word for it, stop by and check it out for yourself.

Excellent service, food, full bar, stage for live music. The chicken salad arepa was a full meal at…read morereasonable pricing.

I don't recommend this place. I went on a Monday night(not busy at all) and ordered an arepa, mini…read moretequeños from the kids menu and an empanada. After asking 3 times where my order was and after 40 minutes waiting, finally they said my order was ready right after they retrieved the bag from another customer because yes! They gave my order to another lady, not to mention that my empanada was not included. Bad service! No recomiendo este lugar. Fui un lunes por la noche (no había mucha gente) y pedí una arepa, unos mini tequeños del menú infantil y una empanada. Después de preguntar tres veces dónde estaba mi pedido y tras 40 minutos de espera, finalmente me dijeron que estaba listo justo después de que le quitaron la bolsa a otro cliente, ¡porque sí! Le dieron mi pedido a otra señora, sin mencionar que mi empanada no estaba incluida. ¡Mal servicio!mucho por mejorar.

Amazing pupusas and the agua Fresca was delicious. Get the garlic and Spinach pupusa 9.5/10. The…read moresteak was a bit tough but still good. The Agua Fresca was refreshing and delicious. Dangerously addicting 9/10. Will be back for sure

Very clean and big spot for pupusas! Stopped for a quick lunch I was alone and normally don't get…read moreto stop here the family doesn't like this. So nice treat for me. Service was kind of awkward bc I didn't know what to do, they thought I was delivery person and not a walk in customer. However, I've been to them at their old location this was my first visit at their new location. It's really nice and clean. The pupusas were ok I just ordered the cheese and beans. I had plenty leftover so maybe just order one or two max. I would come back again when I'm in the mood for pupusa only as I didn't see that they offered any other foods. It's a small business so I always love supporting small businesses! If you haven't been here give it a try.

Probably the best tasting chicken I've had in a long time. The half chicken with fries is too much…read morefor one person. Very juicy and savory. Now our "go-to" place for chicken.

We made a takeout order and drove a long distance over to this place only to be told that our order…read morewas canceled because they ran out of chicken. They made no effort to contact us to let us know the order had been canceled due to them running out of food, and were quite rude and short with us. No apology even though they had completely inconvenienced us. Very disappointed.

Such a cute little spot! I stopped by Cuban Dulceria and ordered a Cuban sandwich and Café con…read moreLeche. The sandwich was warm, pressed perfectly, and packed with meat, cheese, and pickles. The Café con Leche was warm, smooth, and the perfect pairing with it. Service was friendly, welcoming, and quick, and the whole place had such a charming personality. I especially loved the ambience--it has that cozy, neighborhood Cuban bakery feel, with a warm and casual atmosphere that makes you want to stay and look around. Great food, great coffee, and such a cute local spot. I'd definitely come back to try more of the pastries and other menu items!

This little hole in the wall tucked into a strip mall is a true hidden gem. It is run by two…read moresisters, Sarah and Rita, with Rita serving as the talented baker of the family. According to Sarah, this one won a Dallas award for best Cuban. - See photo. I have had more than a few Cuban sandwiches in my life, and this one is absolutely top tier. I found the spot on Yelp and we headed over right after a trip to the DMV. We definitely deserved a treat after that. We ordered two sandwiches to split, the shredded beef and the original Cuban. They offer several variations of Cubans..., including one with mortadella that I am already planning to try next time. I will admit, in the review photos the sandwiches might not look pressed or buttered enough. Trust the process. The bread was perfection. I am very particular about grilled sandwiches being truly grilled and fully heated through, and these ladies know exactly what they are doing. The original Cuban was perfectly balanced and a rock solid classic. The shredded beef was - (Meat prep courtesy of Sarah) a delightful surprise, slightly sweet and savory and incredibly flavorful and texture. Just really, really good. We also got a bag of plantain chips, and I respect that those are the only chips they offer. No generic bagged Lays here. Plantain chips or nothin' - I like it!!! There is also a display case full of beautiful baked treats made by Rita. After sandwiches at that level, there was no way we were leaving without dessert. We took three to go: a meringue filled with dulce de leche, which was a total sleeper hit, a guava and cheese pastry, and a dulce Napoleon. Every bite felt special. The inside is authentic and charming, though the tables are a bit tight. I cannot wait to go back.

The food was the best I've had yet! I'm so happy Texas is getting better with the small business…read morerestaurants and this place is for the books. Great food fresh and authentic! Wonderful service attentive waiters and fast cook to order. Price was worth every bite

A Home-Cooked Feel with a Few Rough Edges…read more My first visit to Dona Maria started on a positive note with a warm, friendly greeting that made me feel welcome right away. I ordered the Calisticas with chicken and the Pernil (braised pork). The crispy plantains were one of the highlights of the meal, providing a nice texture and crunch. The pork was tender and juicy, although I unexpectedly encountered a large bone joint in one portion. The chicken cups were less successful. They were noticeably oily and lacked the juicy, flavorful bite I was expecting. The standout flavor of the meal was actually the chimichurri sauce. It added brightness and depth, and I found myself pouring it over nearly everything on the plate. Overall, the experience felt very much like eating at a friend's home--comforting, unpretentious, and made with care. That home-style atmosphere extended to the food preparation as well, which appeared informal (I did see prep without gloves) and may not appeal to guests who expect a more polished restaurant experience. While there were some enjoyable elements, particularly the hospitality, plantains, pork, and chimichurri, the execution of several dishes was inconsistent. A decent meal with a welcoming spirit, but not one that fully lived up to its potential.

My favorite spot !!!! Order from here all the time !…read moreReminds me of abuela's cooking. Gonna miss it when I move

BFF is Puerto Rican and anytime visiting a new state we always seek out his native cuisine…read more This place is tucked away in a strip mall so if you blink an eye you'll miss it. Essentially a hole in the wall, you order at the counter as there are no servers in the dining room. Dining area is a good size with most tables seating four. I wanted to order the mofongo de bistec; however, they were out so I settled for the mofongo de carne Molino. BFF ordered the carne guisada con arroz y habichuelas. My entree was delicious but the mofongo didn't appear to be made the way I've had it in the past but it was still very tasty and delicious. I tasted the carne guisada and it was a little dry but still flavorful. If you're in a hurry, order ahead of time as this isn't fast food and you will be waiting a while. No paper menus nor QR code menus are available, so either look online or you have to order from their digital menu upon ordering. Overall, this place is worth coming to with just a few shortcomings but I'd eat here often if I lived in the area.