I have absolutely very Colombian heritage, however, I would be proud to have this my family…read moreheritage food flavors! I was treated very, very well in helping me choose today's lunch special selection. Everything was outstanding; a nice portion of pork, ribs, yellow, rice, and beans, and as other reviewers stated the empanadas must tried! Plenty of leftover go home. I also had the plantains plus a sugar cane drink with lime that was outstanding.

While shopping at the nearby Animal Crackers I saw Mana across the street and decided to drop in to…read moregrab lunch to go. Mana is a nice space with a huge mural painted on one wall with several tables spread out in the restaurant with a comfortable distance between them. To the right is the counter where you order and pay. The restaurant is clean and welcoming and I would have been happy to dine in had I not been running errands. The food is mostly laid out on a steam table behind the counter. I saw different kinds of chicken, pernil, potato salad, green salad, empenadas and more. I wound up ordering yellow rice with black beans and a baked chicken leg. I also ordered a side of Maduros and a chicken empanada. Here's how I found everything (keeping in mind I took it home to reheat before I ate it): Chicken Empanada Unlike most empanadas I get nowadays, this one seemed to have been fried, with a crispy, yellow outer shell. The crunch was fantastic and I really liked the flavor. The chicken inside was super tasty and I immediately wished I had ordered another of these. Maduros I LOVE a good plantain but they are surprisingly hard to find. I would say if I go to five restaurants with them perhaps only two will have really good ones. Maduros should have a nice chewiness, maybe even a bit of caramelization on the outside with a wonderfully sweet flavor. I am happy to report that Mana has exactly this and it was great! Chicken & Rice with Beans The rice with beans were good and had some veggies mixed in. I've had better and I've had worse, so this falls straight in "B" territory. The chicken was the same - tasty, well cooked, moist but the flavor was average. Flavor-wise this is a good dish (not amazing). That said, the *serving size* was tremendous and there was enough rice for me to have over two meals and for that it deserves high marks! I really enjoyed the food from Mana. Sure it's not the best ever, but it was good and priced reasonably. I'd definitely go again.

This little Peruvian gem located on Rahway is the perfect spot for enjoying authentic Peruvian…read moredishes with family and friends. If you're a fan of Hugo's, you'll absolutely love Caído de el Cielo. The décor is Soo cute, creating a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. While the restaurant doesn't have a liquor license (though you can likely bring your own), they serve a delicious chicha morada, refreshing lemonade, a variety of Peruvian sodas, and your typical American soft drinks. From the moment you walk in, the welcoming staff and excellent service set the tone for a great dining experience. The portions are generous, too! We kicked off our meal with the "Trio Causa," a traditional layered potato dish seasoned with ají amarillo and lime, filled with chicken, tuna, and seafood, topped with pickled onions. It was super yummy! For the main course, we had the Arroz Chaufa, a seafood stir-fry rice dish that stole the show. This dish is loaded with seafood- crab, large shrimp, mussels, and calamari, enough to easily share among 2-3 people. We also tried the Lomo Saltado, and wow! The sauce was incredible, and the steak was perfectly cooked and incredibly tender. Parking can be a bit tricky since it's street parking, but don't let that deter you from experiencing this wonderful place. If you love Peruvian food as much as I do, you won't want to miss it!

We had a great time. It popped up on my husband's feed and we always like to try new Peruvian…read morerestaurants. The platter was delicious. The Causa could have been a little harder but it had flavor. The portion of rice on the plate was enough to fill one of us. My meat was well seasoned and cooked. Better yet it had real potatoe fries not from a frozen bag. We can't wait to come back and bring My mom on the weekend where they make specialty plates.

We've been here several times and never had an issue. The food is good, the restaurant is pretty,…read moreand service has been decent. This time I called before I went, to find out the lunch special, and I was hung up on 3 times. I could hear someone on the line, but they didn't speak. My daughter and I decided to go anyway to see what was included in the special for the day. We ordered two drink specials, a lunch special, and an item on the lunch menu. The bartender took care of us as there weren't that many people in the restaurant. The food was really good, but then when it was time to pay, the server/bartender tried to make us pay regular dinner price for an item on the lunch menu. We ordered straight off the iPad with her help, but when it was time to pay, she tried to say the items weren't available even though we had showed her what we wanted directly from the IPad photo menu. She said we'd have to wait 20 minutes for a manager to help us. When the manager arrived (from another room), the server tried to say that the item wasn't available and then she tried to say that we had ordered a different meal than what was shown. It took us about 20 minutes to have our bill adjusted. Even though the food was very good, the customer service was not good in the least.

They do have a parking lot. The interior is very pretty, great for photos. The pork belly was super…read moredry where I felt like I could break my teeth. It also hurt to swallow. I would say the empanadas are my favorite out of everything here. Everything else was mediocre. These two dishes came out to be about $86 if use credit card.

Noches De Colombia is awesome. The food hits the spot every time; super tasty and fresh. The staff…read moreis really friendly and makes you feel right at home. And the vibe? Just perfect. Chill, fun, and a great place to hang out with friends or family. Definitely one of those spots you end up coming back to.

We were coming back from the airport and the person we'd picked up hadn't had Colombian food in…read moremonths, so we stopped on the way south in Woodbridge. The location was packed and had a good vibe, and we only had to wait five minutes or so for a table. For a drink I got a Jugo de Lulo, a favorite of mine when I travel to Colombia, and it tasted nice, but seemed a little small compared to those I've had in other Colombian places. We ordered empanadas. My first empanada was not freshly cooked and lacked the snap in the masa that comes when it's right out of the fryer. Instead, the masa was rubbery and cool. The other empanadas and my second one were fine, so they'd unloaded an old one on us with our order. Since my wife got the Bandeja Paisa, and I knew I'd end up helping her to finish it off (the plate was typically massive) I ordered from the arepa menu and got an arepa with shrimp. It looked underwhelming on delivery as it was lacking the style and topping shown in the photo. It tasted fine, but wasn't anything special at all. The third member of our party ordered the shrimp and squid in cream, which she enjoyed. Then the staff got annoying when they tried to clear our plates away while we were still eating. We asked them to wait until we were all finished, but two minutes later we had to stop them again. They were literally trying to grab the plate in front of me while I was moving some of my wife's bandeja paisa to it. Finally, we asked for a takeout box, and they were hovering over the table waiting to clear it and actually started as I was loading the takeout box. It was as if they couldn't get us out of there fast enough. After all that, we couldn't get out of there fast enough either. FYI, be advised that tips were included in the bill even for our three-person party. It wasn't mentioned, but it was on the bill when we reviewed it before paying.

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.

Came here for coffee and noticed they had empanadas. I tried the beef and they were good. I'm…read morenot familiar with Colombian empanadas but they were good Crispy outer layer however the filling came up a little bland. I found myself leaning on the hot sauce they gave me to add a little extra kick. Overall a decent empanada. The coffee was an expresso and it was strong. Just how I like it. Staff was nice and location was clean. Everything was priced appropriately too.

Food was alright. TOOK 35 minutes to bring out 4 lemonades, service was awful I mean horrible at…read morebest. The food is not prepared as menu lists. The table next to me had been empty for about 40 minutes and the table was still dirty with used dishes and empty glasses. The people who later sat down there had to bring the dirty dishes to the front counter. $80 for 3 Sandwiches and 4 lemonades, Menus did not have prices on them. My sandwich comes with fries the menus say, when it was brought out it didn't have fries. If you want good food and a good experience DO NOT COME HERE. ( I made this account just to share how bad this place is.)

10/10 - Truly the best Colombian food around!…read more Sabor de Mi Tierra is absolutely top notch. We've been coming here since the pandemic -- they opened just a week before lockdown, and we supported them with takeout back then. Once we were able to dine in, we've been coming back nonstop ever since. The food is incredible, hands down the best Colombian food in the area (and honestly much better than Noches -- less salty, more flavorful, and always consistent). Everything is on point whether you come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. My go-to is the carne asada con arepa y queso, and my wife always gets the huevos rancheros. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The service is just as amazing as the food. Every single server is kind, welcoming, and so sweet. Our favorites are Liliana and Jennifer -- total sweethearts. The owner, Carlos, is wonderful too. Every time we walk in, we feel like family. If you're in the area, you have to stop by Sabor de Mi Tierra. Incredible food, incredible people -- highly recommend!

So I was walking back from UPS and decided to stop in and grab a bite. Once I walked in, I was hit…read morewith the amazing sense of all the delicious food that was cooking. The atmosphere was welcoming and lively. I was greeted promptly by a friendly young lady at the front and she suggested that I try the beef empanadas. They only cost a few dollars so I went ahead and bought two. So as I walked to the car, which was conveniently parked in the lot behind the restaurant, I immediately unwrapped my empanada. At first, I thought it was going to be like other empanadas that I've tried which have a crispy shell however these empanadas are similar in a way, but are very different in texture. These empanadas are a bit softer on the outside and have a denser inside filling which include potatoes and beef and it was quite delicious. I thought I could eat both of them, but after one I was full. I will definitely be back to the restaurant since I'm always in that area and it's literally five minutes from where I live. I can't wait to try other items on their menu.

Street parking on main, the side streets or there is public parking behind…read more The staff here is wonderful. I do enjoy getting their cafe con leches and empanadas (chicken and beef) they are also filled with yuca so they are very flavorful and filling. I think these are nice, quick filling bites for my family. Honestly, the best empanadas I have had out, if I'm not making them -- I am buying it from here. The price you can't beat either !

Me gusta mucho ese lugar, todo el bakery es muy bueno y fresco, recomiendo la empanada de cambray,…read moreabsolutamente es un si rotundo.

If you've never had a Colombian empanada or fried red snapper (because honestly who needs the mess)…read morenoche's has something for everyone. The service is prompt and the menus well lite, enjoy the music or maybe even a live band, soccer game and a wonderful time!

Great service, good menu a tad expensive for what it is. iPad menus with photos help choose if your…read morenot familiar with the food.

Lord knows I've overpaid for food many times, all over the world. But $10. For a small orange juice…read morethat was filled to the brim with ice makes me feel like I was taken for an idiot. No more I will not.

So welcoming! Nice ambiance. Servers were incredibly attentive. The empanadas were delicious. Even…read moremy picky daughter loved them. The café con leche was so yummy. If I lived closer I would come to this place more often. Was really glad we stopped by.