I got the small Bandeja Paisa and it was fantastic. So much food, I even had to bring some home…read more Compared to others Bandeja Paisa's I've had in the past I'd say this was probably the best deal for one I've gotten. Will be coming here when I come back to Elizabeth.

Pleasant spot for a brunch meal. The menu had a lot of options. I loved how they gave us empanadas…read moreas complementary bites upon sitting down. The workers were all pretty friendly as well. I think the food is very comforting but not a culinary must-try. Seems like a staple in the community though and I can appreciate that.

Noches de Colombia never disappoints! The food is always delicious, and the service is consistently…read morewarm and attentive. It's a great spot for flavorful dishes and a lively atmosphere. The only thing to note is that it's a bit on the pricey side -- but the quality definitely shines through. Overall, a solid choice when you're in the mood for good Colombian food and great service!

Food 10/10. Service 9/10…read more Ambiance 10/10 they had a live singer!! It was fantastic and I loved the chicken wings!! I need them in my life right now.

The food was absolutely amazing. I have to go back when I'm back in NJ. The staff is friendly and…read moreattentive.

Rancho Mateo is huge, the place could easily accommodate hundreds of diners. The decor is great and…read morethe life music was fantastic. They also have ample parking and valet. Now, the food is a different story. There were 4 of us in the party and two out of the four entrees were disappointing. I had the carne llanera and this was by far the weakest dish out of the 4. The other plate that was ok, but not great was the churrasco montañero. The meat was not a good cut and had way too many fatty pieces. The entraña à la parrilla was by far the best of the 4. This one was well cooked and flavorful and a great cut of meat. The second one was the pechuga encebollada, this one was very good and the caramelized onions were perfectly cooked. We also had the empanada appetizer which was very good as well. The service wasn't bad, but they did get one of the orders wrong and we were half way through our dinner before the correct dish arrived. Rancho Mateo is a beautiful restaurant in a great location, but the inconsistency in the quality and flavor of the food makes it a one-and-done experience for me. There are much better options for Colombian food in the area.

The service was good!…read more The music inside the restaurant was super loud for a 7pm Wednesday night, but not too bad. The mini empanadas were great! They make the guacamole in front of you which was fun and it tasted amazing! It was served with mini tostones which tasted great! My husband asked for a virgin pina colada and it came inside of a pineapple shell which was nice and tasted great, but it costed $23!!! My husband vouches for their chimichurri sauce, he says it's the best he has ever had! The grilled chicken and white rice were kind of bland. My husbands steak was good.

Drinks were so gorgeous! A+ on presentation and the outdoor patio area is to die for. However, the…read moreguacamole was very lemony, which masked all the jalapeño and other flavors. Also, the drinks were a tad sweet.

Food was absolutely delicious! I called the order in and who ever took the order was very friendly…read more Upon pick up I checked out the place which was very nice inside. They had a little bar for drinks and a few tables for dine in! 10/10 def recommend especially if you want good Spanish comfort food.

If you love hotdogs, or hamburgers then this is place. They're Colombian style which means they are…read morepacked with a whole bunch of ingredients and taste -- this isn't McDonald's or Burger King mini hamburgers with chemicals -- this is the real deal The juices are served with a Colombian style mug traditionally made to serve hot chocolate Went on. Date with my girl there-- and we loved it.

Food was good service was great ambiance very nice had a nice time music was good.we like to come…read moreback again it was a discoteck many years again .they do a good job on the remodeling.

From the owner: We're back! We are at a new location, stronger than ever to provide Elizabeth with quality Latin…read morefood, drinks, and vibes! Come in, grab a table, and enjoy our Happy Hour Specials and many Events coming over the next few months!

This review is more for my wife than myself! We did a food run yesterday and she got stuff from…read morehere. I personally am not a fan of corn Empanadas, but that is just me! Please don't not go because of that. My wife's coworker brought in Empanadas from here recently, and since then my wife wanted to go. She ordered a buffet of almost all the Empanadas that they offer. I got 2 cheese for myself. I thought that they were pretty good for being corn. My wife and Father-in-law both loved the ones that they tried. They enjoyed the pabellon, they chicken and cheese and so many others. The only issue is that most employees here do not speak English, and the language barrier is pretty evident... So if you do not speak Spanish, I wish you luck! The restaurant has high plastic barriers all over from what I can see. There is an entrance for the restaurant, and a separate one for to-go! Sadly this really is not my heritage, or any family members heritage, so I can't say if these are the best.... All in all, my wife liked them! Aside from the language barrier, I don't really have any issues.

Food was delicious. Service was great. Ambiance was normal, not spectacular. They only flawed in…read moreproviding us with the right desert... we ordered flan to go and they gave us flan con panetela (un chocoflan).

My first time at this restaurant, the food is sooo good. We had the liver and the grilled chicken…read morewith onions, both were absolutely delicious -- homemade taste. Their rice and beans are also well seasoned, flavorful, and definitely prepared with love. This area has a lot of choices for Colombian food, but Palo Alto has to be one of the best restaurants in this area. The service was fast, attentive, and friendly which made the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere is nice and welcoming. Definitely a restaurant you don't go just once. If you like Colombian cuisine, I highly recommend Palo Alto. And if you've been meaning to try it, this is an excellent place to start.

This is our third time here and they have consistently offered great service, delicious food, the…read moredrinks are on point and it's nicely decorated. Good variety of music mostly Colombian and salsa, played at a fair volume where you can hold a conversation without trouble. We are thoroughly satisfied and appreciate the gracious server we had today. Unfortunately I did not ask her name. We will be back soon!

This is by far the best Colombian food I've ever had. The flavors were perfect and spot on. This…read moreplace is owned and operated by a family of actual Colombians. The juices and milkshakes are the perfect combination of flavor and sweet, but not overly sweet. I had the mango shake and it was awesome. The mini Paisa platter was just the right portion and was delicious. This platter consists of steak and fried egg, chicarrones, sausage, red beans and rice, sweet plantains and a mini arepa. It was so delicious. I also had a side order of the Arepa con Mantequilla and Queso...and it was fabulous. I took a pastry to go to have for for breakfast the next day and it was wonderful as well. If you are in the area, I highly recommend you to stop by. You will not be disappointed. The service was exceptional and the food is some of the best I've had. A rare find indeed in a cozy and friendly atmosphere.

So they always have amazing soups. Lots of creams (cream of sancocho, cream of broccoli, cream of…read morecarrot) delicious! I pair it with cheese bread and have them heat it up for me. They have a steak that has a strip of fat on it I like to pair it with papas criollas which are little baked yellow potatoes. My man is not a fan of the steak however and I'm not a fan of the potato salad. The steak comes out on a skillet so if you like your meat medium, ask for it med rare because it will continue to cook on the hot skillet. They always have daily specials which are decent for about $8 you get a soup, meat, a salad (potato, green, or beet) and a side (rice, plantains, tostones, etc.) beans are not included however which I think should be. If you dine in go to the bar side it's a lot nicer and a better atmosphere.