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    Casero Creations - Mini Alfajores with coconut!  (Home made sandwich cookies featured with dulce de leche)

    Casero Creations

    3.6(17 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    The variety of Brazilian saltenas described made the food sound promising, but I called numerous…read moretimes without any return calls. Then I finally received a text back saying the business is CLOSED for good.

    I am at a total loss of how anyone can give them a decent review…read more First of all the location address is completely wrong. 1886 is a professional office building, while this is a "pop up" shop next to the Metra station entrance: a good 1/2 mile away and up the stairs. It would be helpful to have some signage, as only a Starbucks board points the way to its location. After wondering around and not giving up I finally found this little shack, nestled among several other empty or shuttered shacks. I could have ignored the first time frustration of finding this place, if the food was good. Unfortunately, it was not. There is a limited selection and nothing is marked in the tiny warming glass box. I asked for help and the lone person working the shop ran through the list of options. Throw in the can of soda and two empanadas: I was out about $15 and hungry. Personally I though all the items were bland and lukewarm at best. The golden brown crust makes them look appealing, but once you bite into them, disappointment sets in. I have been to some pretty good spots in Chicago that knock out about a dozen different varieties of empanadas for about $2 a piece that are 5 stars; which makes this spot rank so low.

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    Maizal

    Maizal

    3.1(27 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    For months I had been keeping an eye on Maizal. There were signs on the windows saying they were…read morecoming...but for a long time, there was no work being done. Finally, they opened...wonder what took so long... We were here on a very recent Sunday around 4:30 p.m. At that time, we were the only customers in the place. As someone else pointed out, it was confusing as to where one goes to place their order. We, too, walked down the center aisle only to get told that they start on the left hand side. Later, when we had our food and sat in a booth did we notice the area where one lines up to order. Before coming here, we both looked at the menu online and took notes as to what we planned to order. Looking back, that was a good idea. It made ordering so much easier. We both got bowls. First thing to put in the bowl is the "base". I chose chaufa rice. Then, on to the protein. I took a chance and ordered "spicy pulled chicken" as I'm leery when ordering anything spicy that it may be too spicy. Then came the add-ins (you can put up to 8 add-ins in your bowl). Even though online they did say "avocado" was extra, I added it. Turns out it's actually guac (why not just say so?). Also, I got plantains (I almost didn't see them because they, oddly enough, were cut into small cubes), pico de gallo and tortilla chips (which are actually "strips"). For my sauce, I chose chimichurri. My husband got one of their "curated" bowls" called "picante bowl". It consisted of: "romaine lettuce, cilantro rice, grilled steak, guacamole, roasted corn, spicy relish, pickled onions, sour cream, chimichurri, Habanero sauce & crispy jalapeno". As for how the food was---Overall, I found that I chose well when composing my bowl. The spicy pulled chicken was, indeed, quite spicy. There was one small piece that was tough which I removed from the bowl. They use dark meat. The guac turned out to be the perfect foil for that when eaten together as it tamped down the spiciness. The plantains were sweet and well sauteed. There was a small amount of finely chopped onions in the pico de gallo which was good as it didn't overwhelm the other flavors in it. The tortilla chips add a nice element of crunch to the bowl. Chimichurri was the right sauce (all sauces are served in small containers) as it was tame and added some moisture to the bowl. Chaufa rice was on the bland side, which I didn't mind. My husband did like his bowl. He liked the ingredients in it. The one thing he didn't care for was that the meat was overcooked and tough. Interestingly, he didn't find the Habanero sauce to be spicy at all! I got him to try the chimichurri and put in his bowl and he thought it did work well with the other ingredients. To drink, we got a bottle of Jarritos pineapple soda. Fortunately, the woman who made our bowl had a bottle opener at the register. Some things I wish they would change --- They need a sign that says something like "order here". Also, they need to label the various ingredients that are available. For example, good thing I asked about the plantains or I would have missed them. The place is popular. As we were eating our meal, several customers arrived in a steady stream. The dining area was clean. There are booths as well as tables and a communal table in the middle. We would go back.

    Chaos is why the score fell to a 2.... Menu is hard to understand if you're just looking at the…read moreboard. Recommend you look at the online menu to understand your options... items not marked so unless you have a idea it's tricky to decide what you want.., that said also not helpful that the online menu doesn't list what's in the sauces.... When you walk in the line yo order is to the left.... Not clear as most folks start walking up the center! As I was waiting to order... another customer was trying to get a missing taco made... others were coming in looking for online orders... My order taken but it was clear the line folks don't understand either my English or what's on the menu... I asked for a side of plantains but she put the chopped plantains in a side container for husbands bowl... at this point I just wanted to get thru the line so I didn't even try to correct that I wanted the side order of plantains... not a ingredient on the side. Ohhh the guy looking for the taco is still trying to get it... Overall hubby liked the options on the bowl ... however on the steak it was very fatty with lots of grizzle plus there were also bone chips. More care needs to be taken on what they are cutting. My arepas was interesting... I just did one of their combos which was a spicy chicken... for $4 it was a great price and I liked the chicken but again lack of care as there was crunchy bits that should have been removed.... It was a mess due to the sauce on the chicken and other parts... so I basically sit it with a fork as opposed to as a sandwich At the register no option to add my phone number and while I asked for a printed receipt I didn't get one... by the time I realized that we were leaving so not going to try and retrieve as I expect tossed at this point. Hubby told manager that the ventilation needs looking at as it is hot and stuffy in here... Manager said put it in your review... Food wise I think there are interesting tastes... just unfortunate that chaos reigns currently.... I'll let them work on this and if still here will visit in a month or two to see if things corrected!

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    Maizal - La Inka

    La Inka

    Maizal - "create your own bow" chaufa rice, spicy pulled chicken, guac, pico de gallo, plantains,  tortilla chips, chimichurri

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    "create your own bow" chaufa rice, spicy pulled chicken, guac, pico de gallo, plantains, tortilla chips, chimichurri

    Empanada Nirvana - Smothered tostones

    Empanada Nirvana

    4.0(2 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    I was super stoked to find out that this truck was run by Puerto Ricans. It was my first experience…read morewith PR food since I moved down here and was really looking forward to it. Empanadas: I got the sausage and peppers and the chorizo Mac. The chorizo Mac, to me, was not worth jt. The Mac was flavorless and so was the chorizo. And there wasn't that much meat. The sausage and peppers though was delicious. Although neither are typical PR fillings it was nice to have that fried shell in my hands again. Smothered Tostones: I don't know what to think of these. It was ok but not great. Tostones we're not crispy but it could be because they were covered with an absolute mass of food and pasted together with some melted cheese. The cheese caught me off guard, not sure if I missed it on the description of the meal or if it wasn't there. The rice and beans could have used a bit of seasoning but was ok. The meat was actually seasoned decently and there was a good amount of it on there for the price. I would get these again and ask for the tostones to be on the side. If possible I would want them to be a bit thinner too cause I don't care for chunky plantains that are that thick. Service was amazing, they were nice, quick, efficient and willing to work with what you needed and offered alternatives to what they didn't have. Ambiance is just a food truck, so not sure what you expect with that. Overall, I look forward to trying these guys again and trying some of the more authentic flavors to remind myself of home.

    The food here is great I definitely recommend it, the service is fast because it comes out of a…read more food truck.

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    Bakery Bread & Grill - Front display case

    Bakery Bread & Grill

    4.1(343 reviews)
    6.8 mi
    $$

    Their food is amazing especially the salteñas friendly…read moreworkers But the space is alittle small . Overall take a bite and you'll enjoy

    The food here is pretty good, with generous portions and plenty of Bolivian specialties worth…read moretrying. Definitely try the beef tongue. It may sound unusual, but it is surprisingly tender and flavorful. It comes in a delicious stew served over stewed potatoes and rice. The steak is tasty, although the cut of meat could be better. It is served with a salad and topped with an egg. The Queperi is essentially beef brisket served with cheesy rice, fried plantains, and yuca. It is a delicious and satisfying plate. If you like hot dogs or sausage, try the Pique Macho. It is a huge plate of sautéed beef and sliced sausage cooked with onions, finished with slightly cooked tomato wedges and topped with jalapeños. The beef and sausage sit over a bed of steak fries, and all of the flavorful juices soak into the fries, giving them an incredible flavor. The downside is that some of the meat is a bit tendonous, but the overall flavor is very good and the dish is definitely worth trying. The Lomo Saltado is another good choice. The flavor is quite good, and the portion is generous. They also have a bakery section with Napoleons and a variety of Bolivian baked goods, including cheese bread. Everything we tried tasted fresh and was pretty good. Overall, there are lots of interesting Bolivian dishes to try here, and the generous portions make it a good place to explore different flavors.

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    Bakery Bread & Grill - Front counter

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    Bakery Bread & Grill - Lomo saltado with horchata

    Lomo saltado with horchata

    Bakery Bread & Grill - The front

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    Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar

    Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar

    4.1(354 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Beautiful restaurant with good service…read more Our favorites were: ceviche classic, beef empanadas, fried sushi. Will return to try more dishes.

    BLUF: Ok, after being open 3+ years, one would think that an upscale restaurant would get their act…read morein gear & deliver wonderful service every time, right? Especially at their prices & the hoity toity atmosphere, you'd think they'd also be well-run and reasonably accommodating, eh? Nope. Worth the drive? Not any more. Worth the wait? Definitely not anymore! For as many times as we've frequented Pisco in Reston with a small group, one would think they'd get their seating straightened out. Every time we've attempted to eat here on a reservation, they've had issues. Never set up and ready to seat us. Never prepared upon opening... and it's never busy when they first open which is why we always go early. But, they are NEVER ready to seat us. What's the use of making a reservation a week in advance if you're not going to be ready to seat the party nor accommodate the request? How would you like to find out at the last minute that they're going to split up your party at two different tables on two different sides of the restaurant because they weren't prepared when you gave them a week's notice via reservation? The food isn't that good to have to keep going through the challenge of being seated every time we make a reservation for a group. They're really pricey, too. So, certainly not worth this chronic headache. There are PLENTY of other places in the Town Center or in Herndon/Reston in general where you can get a tasty meal, not drop a day's pay, and have your entire party served well together. The taco joint across the street is definitely a more pleasant experience, for example, and I would certainly recommend bartaco...give them a try instead for a fun environment and some good eats.

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    Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar
    Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar

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