Really enjoyed this place, it was our first time. The service/staff were all very nice. It was clean and well ventilated so you don't leave smelling like food. Will definitely be back! read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Bistec sandwich, husband said was good! - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

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Pa'lla Voy is tucked away in Sanford and I'm glad someone introduced me to it. A couple of weeks ago, my friend had taken me to P'a'lla Voy in Sanford and I'm so glad she did. This place is really hidden, I mean I went to middle school not far from there and never knew it was there. Walking in, Pa'lla Voy gives me the same feeling as a small mom and pop shop. They do plate lunches and more there. Truly a variety and personable feeling when you walk in. They're located at 1732 Rinehart Rd, Sanford, FL. I ordered the fried fish with mac salad and sweet plantains. I was really split between the plantains and the rice, however, the owner was so sweet that she threw it in for me anyway. She gave me a huge cup by the way without charging me extra just so I could try it. They had a whole case of desserts too, and honestly who can say no to a giant portion of flan? I paid about $25 for the whole meal and it was definitely enough for two meals. The fish was a fresh fried tilapia topped with onions. You have to eat it fresh, but it was so crispy and flavorful. The mac salad was fresh with bell peppers and a good palate cleanser when eating fried food. The plantains are a good staple. The rice really stole my heart though. It was so good. I would rate the plate an 8.5/10. I also got tamarind juice, which I would rate at a 8.5 as well. Overall, I would rate them an 8.5/10 and recommend anyone in the area to give them a try. They are so sweet and the food is good and a lot for what you're paying. read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - tamarind juice - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

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I ordered pernil and rice with gandulees. The food had no taste. The pernil had no güerito. I spent 15 dollars and it was not worth the money read more

Not bad, wears its heritage on its sleeve but not on their food Wanted to try one more breakfast spot, so came to this place right next to the coffee spot I adore to give them a try. They were not ready for me to come in, so I ended up waiting up front for a couple minutes till someone came over. They started in Spanish, but switched to English once I responded in English. I ordered a breakfast sandwich, mainly because I wanted something quick. 15 minutes later and 10 dollars down, got my breakfast sandwich. It was fresh, but they don't make these things very often so it took them a while. As for the sandwich, it was very much just the items on the menu and nothing else. No flavor, no spices, no sauce, just a plain egg and turkey sandwich with cheese. The bread was good, the rest was just bland. I do understand that eggs are pricy, and a place that doesn't do breakfast traditionally would have a harder time executing those dishes. What I got had no soul, no passion. And when the location advertises itself so loudly it's a shame to see that same enthusiasm not expressed in their food. If they get a chance to read this review, bring the flavor in everything you do. Throw some sofrito on things, make some sauces and bring the heat. Sprinkle some saizon, make some adobo aoli, your location screams Puerto Rico, show it off in everything you do. If you can't make a dish that is representative of your people, the don't serve it. I'm hoping the rest of their fare is much better, but as a breakfast joint they just don't have the desire to do well. Avoid for breakfast, but overall not bad. Just very basic read more

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I was not aware of any Puerto Rican restaurants in Sanford until I found this place by accident. So glad I did give them a try. It is a small, but cozy restaurant with a great staff. They were very friendly and warm people. If you're in a hurry, you can order food from the steam table (a staple of PR restaurants). Everything in that table looked delicious. If you are willing to wait for your food, they have a pretty good a la carte menu. I had the Mofongo with Shrimp in Garlic sauce. It was a solid dish. Absolutely delicious. And they didn't skimp on the shrimp either. It was a large portion and I am definitely not complaining about that. In my opinion, the owners hit a homerun with this restaurant. I wish them the best of luck. Will definitely go back while in the area. read more

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I love Puerto Rican food so I had to come here and try this place out! It's a bit small but it's very clean and nicely decorated inside. The staff here are super friendly. I got arroz con gandules, beans on the side, and chicken. The food was pretty good. I was surprised how much chicken they gave me! My mom got the white rice with pork and sweet plantains. She really enjoyed her meal as well and said it reminded her of the food back home. If you are in the area definitely give them a try! You will not leave hungry. The plates here are packed! read more

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Wow, need a place to grab some real Authentic Puerto Rican food, here it is, don't need to drive to Orlando or Kissimmee, it's right here in Sanford area! Come Enjoy! read more

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Had to try this Puerto Rican restaurant. It's very casual and super clean inside. It's a walk up and order kind of place. I was excited to see all the food choices. My only complaint is a lot of the items have olives in it. I know this is a Puerto Rican thing, but I still am not a fan of them. Ha! I just pick them out. For those of you who are, enjoy! Service was quick and friendly. They make fried food fresh, like my alcapurria. I was happy this didn't have olives. The quesito was good, but just wish it had more quesito in it. I'll definitely be back for this delicious food and great portion size for the money. read more

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If you're craving traditional Puerto Rican dishes that hit the spot every time, this is the place to be. My absolute go-to is the pernil with arroz con gandules (pigeon peas rice). The pernil is always perfectly seasoned, tender, and full of flavor, just like I remember from family gatherings back home. Walking into the restaurant feels like stepping into a little corner of Puerto Rico. The vibe, the decor, it all reminds me of the restaurants I've visited on the island. It's super authentic, from the food to the atmosphere. The staff is also incredibly friendly and welcoming, always greeting you with a smile and making sure you feel at home. What really sets Pa'lla Voy apart is not just the delicious food, but the whole experience. It's like a quick getaway to Puerto Rico without leaving Sanford. Whether you're grabbing lunch or dinner, the flavors and warmth of the place never disappoint. If you love Puerto Rican food or want to try something new, I can't recommend Pa'lla Voy enough. You won't leave hungry because their portion sizes are fit for a king or queen, and you'll definitely want to come back! read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

I ordered door dash so this review is based on the food, I ordered a simple ham and cheese sandwich and the alcapuria. The sandwich was good love the game and the bread just wish it was toasted more . The alcapuria was pretty good not the best I have haf but pretty good. In all I would try it again read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Alcapuria - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

Wow! It takes alot to impress my OG Hispanic parents, but lunch today was a feast for all of us. Pa'lla Voy in Sanford, just over a year old, has many patrons lining up for their delicious Puerto Rican food served in VERY generous portions. The restaurant, next to Quigley Coffee on Rinehart Road, is large with plenty of seating. Brunch is available AND they cater. The standards in Hispanic cuisine, pernil and arroz con gandules, are available and I guarantee whatever you order, you'll have leftovers for lunch the next day. This place is an absolute gem and I recommend it to anyone in the area looking for a legit Hispanic meal. Delicioso! 10/10 read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

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The food was reasonably good but the service needed some upgrades. It was hard to understand the menu and because of that we spent much more for lunch than we intended. There was a very definite language barrier with little attempt to provide any assistance. I probably won't return since there are similar restaurants in the area with similar food and better service and prices. read more

Loved the food, the place was spotless, and the staff was friendly. I'll definitely be back.

This place is a Puerto Rican gem! If you are looking for authentic homemade Puerto Rican food this is your spot. The food is delicious and the prices are affordable! The service was great as they were friendly and courteous and accommodating. The menu has a good variety of choices. Something for everyone. The atmosphere is casual and they have Latin music playing for a full experience and fun vibe! Located in Sanford Florida. Hope you get the opportunity to stop by for great food in a clean restaurant! read more

Very good food . Puerto Rican flavors ! Live music and great service ! Traditional cocktails. Great location ! read more

Food: Authentic food that always has a lot of flavor! I have tried many of their dishes and they were all good. I especially love when they have the meatballs! So flavorful! Their rice is very tasty! Everything has the right amount of salt. Service: Always good when I go! They will answer questions of you have them, give recommendations, and hook it up with a nice big portion of food. Ambiance: This place is chill, casual, family vibes! It's cafeteria style so you can see all of their offerings. There are tables inside to sit! read more

They had me at Chicharrón! After driving past this place and always seeing it full I thought I would give it a try. We ordered beef and chicken empanadas and 1/2 of pound of Chicharrón as a starter, then we had half a chicken and a canoa for our mains with sides of rice and plantains. The Chicharrón were amazing! The empanadas were fantastic, and the canoa is a sweet plantain boat filled with picadilla was maybe my favorite. The chicken was good also. The rice was ok, but I wish I ordered the pigeon peas and rice. Solid food, nice clean environment. read more

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No bad, good is decent. The service was great, food came out fast. We ordered the yucca escabeche it was ok, it had a lot of vinegar and it was really hard. Not something I would order again. The rice and beans were pretty good and the pork was tender and flavorful. Their natural juices were way too sweet for me. The ambiance seemed very relaxed and family friendly. read more

Walked in during my lunch break for a quick bite to eat. Upon walking in I could tell this place is normally busy. I walked up to the counter and got greeted right away. The young lady asked if I wanted food from buffet line or special order. I decided to go with the quicker option. They had an array of food on the steam table. Pros -quick service , friendly staff , lots of options for Spanish food lovers Cons- pricey read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Half chicken - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

Heyyyyyy you guyssssss!! This small lil hole in the wall serves authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Modern decor, friendly staff. We went in for breakfast, they do have egg sandwiches and frituras like alcapurrias and empanadas. Everything was made to order so it was HOT and FRESH, would totally go back! Cafe con leche 10 outta 10 and the parcha juice was great as well. Support local business stop in and check them out! read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

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First time at this crown jewel of a location and we love it! The food, the service and the portion were plenty! The food was DELICIOUS! Worth the travel to stop in and enjoy a great Puerto Rican cuisine! The ambiance is great, seating is plenty for an entire family to sit and enjoy while hearing it's music to your ears. Priced fairly and reasonably well and well worth every penny! I know this place will be serving many more happy customers for years to come! Will be one of my favorite places to go and have that island flavor when needed. Best of luck to the owners and their staff, great job! WEPA! read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Front of business - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

Excuse me while I clean up my drool Pros: -THE FOOD IS SO FREAKING GOOD -Clean -Customer Service -Ambiance (Traditional) -Smiles and kindness from all of the ladies -Both Coke AND Pepsi products Cons: Price is a bit steep but certainly worth every dime! Side note: make sure you order tostones de Pana, you're welcome! read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - Pernil, arroz con gandules, macaroni salad - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

They always have the best cooked authentic food! And their service is awesome and consistent

First time there and only went to try their pernil empanadas and their alcapurias and MANNNNNN....by far the best in the area!!! I can only imagine what their food taste like! I will DEFINITELY be back!!! read more

Food was not up to par. I can cook better Puerto Rican food than this restaurant at home. Food was also expensive for the quality. Would never come here again. Pa'lla Voy more like Pa'lla Nunca Voy. I rate it a 1 star because it won't let me rate no stars... read more

Amazing. I felt like I was in Puerto Rico ordering food. The breakfast and lunch was delicious. I wish I didn't live in SW Florida be so would go again. Thank you for the food it felt like a big hug from our home town PUERTO RICO ! read more

Food was mediocre. Service felt more like a cafeteria. Prices were too high. The ambiance was friendly. I do not recommend this place.

Great place. Great food. Muy buena la comida. Taste very authentic. I need to go back and try everything. Vamos! read more

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Las alcapurrias estaban buenas. Todavía no me e comido unas alcapurrias Ricas en Florida. El servicio excelente. El ambiente bueno.

Food is so adundant! I loved the ability to mix and match items and see them right there. Staff was very helpful in suggesting the wonderful roast chicken. Quick service with lots of space to either eat there or take out. read more

Beyond the incredible food, the service was impeccable. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about ensuring a top-notch experience. It's rare to find a restaurant that excels in both food and service,. read more

My mom called to place an order over the phone. The woman on the phone was rude and was trying to convince my mom to come into the store to order instead of over the phone. When my mom got there they prepared our order wrong. The pollo guisado had bones in it and they did not separate the beans from the order like we requested. read more

Great food and service. A must is you're hungry and want a tasteful meal! Definitely on my return list.

Great food, great service, great experience! A must try!!!! We tried several items from breakfast, lunch and dinner. All was delicious!!! read more

I was excited to visit this restaurant for the first time. I was really looking forward to the chicharrrones, but it was disappointing because it wasn't flavorful. It was very bland. It would be a hit if it was seasoned. The mofongo was good, especially the ajio sauce. I have always had mofongo with pieces of chicharron in it, but the sauce made up for the loss. I'll probably go back and try something else, as there's a lot to choose from. Service was great. read more

Food fell off after first time I got it , the meat was dry and didn't have any flavor

Sunday dinner was delicious! I had the pork, yellow rice, and red beans with a side of sweet plantains. Next time I will try the chicken. Highly recommend! read more

My son and I Loved the food great taste Will defenetly will be back. The attention was great loved the experience all around. read more

Pa'lla Voy Restaurant - a hand holding a pastry - Puerto Rican Near Me - Sanford, Florida

Stumbled across this restaurant while grabbing a cup of coffee next door and wow...Amazing traditional Puerto Rican food. The flavor of the food truly reminded me of the dishes my Mom & Dad would prepare. Would highly recommend. Delicious food and hospitable service. Go out and support! You won't be disappointed. read more

Veniamos de largo viaje con hambre google Hispanic food y hay fuimos y que sabroso pernil dijo mi esposo y la (alcapurria muy cara $4.50 por 1) pero sabrosa. Los guineos en escabeche le falta detalles de cebolla mas aceite un toque de P R. Los precios de lo demas creo que se ven bien. Fue nuestra primera vez pero volveremos definitivo. Mucho parking bien localizado y limpio todo. Gracias. 5 estrellas read more