The empanadas are always fresh and ready to go. My personal favorite are the chicken chipotle…read moreempanadas. Would definitely recommend!

Been here a few times for just empanadas and they've been pretty good. Decided to try something new…read moreand got fried fish, chicken wings and French fries. The fries tasted like they were refried from earlier in the day or even the day before. The chicken was rather salty but edible. The fish also tasted like it was reheated from another day, maybe even microwaved. Not exactly sure but it sure did not taste fresh! My Wife and I were very disappointed as we spent $50+ dollars to eat lunch from this spot and it was subpar. That's the risk you take when trying something new tho. The plantains were the best thing we got from this place. The spinach and cheese empanadas are loaded with too much cumin! It was an immediate no from my first and only bite! In conclusion, it is safe to say the empanadas are decent enough but as far as anything else, I wouldn't recommend it. We will not be returning to this establishment.

Empanada's we're very good and very tasty. If you don't have a sharp eye, you will miss this place…read more Tired calling the business during business hours but received a text from store stating that they're having phone issues but was still able to place my order. I call that good customer service. The feeling inside the restaurant was nice and warm and staff was welcoming and nice. I would recommend this place.

Came back again, the Sweet Sticky plantain is so delicious!!!! The captain America is good as well,…read morereminds me of a potato skin! Also the owner seemed very sweet! Thanks

The arepa sandwich was the best sandwich I've had. It was super tasty and filling, the best part is…read morethat service was super quick and efficient. Would 100000% recommend

Great little spot to get a quick bite. Have had the arepas a couple of times now and they are very…read moregood. Very messy! So, get some napkins when you are there too. Sauces are pretty mild, from what I have had so far. I like being able to build them like a burrito. The arepa dough is very good. Staff are friendly and are able to answer questions for folks new to these tasty meals.

On a recent visit to New Haven to see an exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art, we hoped to…read morehave dinner at one of our favorite restaurants (Barcelona Wine Bar), but they were fully booked with a Yale event. In a display of restaurant solidarity , they recommended that we try Vinas Wine & Tapas. As it turned out, we have a NEW favorite in New Haven! We arrived a bit early and were cheerfully greeted by Mike G, our server. The atmosphere was welcoming and relatively quiet, since their musical offering does not start as early as our 5:00-7:00 PM time slot on a Tuesday. We had asked for the waiter Christian because he had been mentioned in several of the Yelp reviews, but Mike proved that the service compliments should go to everyone. First, the tapas: We enjoyed all five of the tapas we chose. The "Calamares" were lightly battered and crispy. The Vinas salad was fresh, with tomatoes, cheese, corn, and croutons. The pork belly was delicious and more meaty than expected . The oyster mushrooms were presented with onion crisps. The baked birria empanada was stuffed with brisket style beef. Each of these "courses" was a unique delight to the palate, and for me and my partner, it was completely satisfying. In keeping with the spirit of a "wine bar," Vinas offered a flight of 4 wines in 3 ounce glasses, and after hearing about our food choices and wine preferences, Mike chose the wines for us, giving us a chance to taste some less familiar offerings. We had the Felino Malbec 2024 (Argentina), which became our favorite for its full-bodied and deep flavor. Our second wine was a unique Don Abel (private label) from Wallingford CT, made by one of the relatives of the owner, specially for Vinas. This one reminded us of the local wines one might receive in a B&B in the Loire Valley in France. The final two wines were both from Chile: Reserva Carmenere 2023 and Cabernet Sauvignon Marques de Casa Concha 2022. Both were excellent wines. It was great fun to have Mike choose the wines for us, and we really enjoyed the variety that the flight offerings gave to us. Of course, we had to try a dessert, and Mike recommended the Toffee Cake. We had heard that the owner claimed that some people cried with joy after eating it. Although we restrained ourselves, we had to agree that this was an extraordinary conclusion to a fabulous meal. Overall, this was a great experience for us, and we heartily recommend Vinas Wine Bar and Tapas for a relaxing and welcoming dinner. Some reviews I had read suggested that the portions were too small for the price. I have to disagree. My partner and I love food, and this was plenty. And the price was reasonable. Including tip and tax, we spent about $75 each.

We stopped in for apps on a Saturday afternoon. We ordered a glass of wine, ceviche, and skewers…read more We sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly, full of energy, and efficient. The ceviche was excellent, everything was cooked throughout by the citrus. The portion size is small for $19 and it could have used a side of bread or tortillas to soak up the delicious citrus based broth. The skewers were also excellent. They were cooked perfectly, super tender, juicy and flavorful. They cooked them with a seasoning and had a delicious chimi on top.

What a great find! Delicious empanadas, and a good variety of meat and vegetarian. Nice flaky…read morecrust! We picked 6 from their available assortment of frozen empanadas, but order ahead if you need a lot. We will be going back, and stocking some frozen ones for future use!

Since I moved to the US, I couldn't find Argentinian empanadas anywhere near me. You can find…read moreempanadas from other Latin-American countries in CT but they are not the same. Every time I wanted to eat empanadas, I had to bake my own, and I usually prepare only one flavor because it is a lot of work... Back home, I was used to order empanadas of many different flavors and get them delivered whenever I had guests or I didn't want to cook. I was so happy when last year I found out about Jackie's Empanadas On the Go! I immediately placed an order and went to pick up my empanadas from their kitchen in Stamford (not a front store). I ordered frozen empanadas to stock up my freezer. They came with baking instructions and they came out perfect! I loved her empanadas but driving almost 1 hour from New Haven is not something I can do often. Last week, planning for Thanksgiving dinner, we decided to order empanadas again. I ordered online and I contacted Jackie to arrange pick up and luckily she was going to be in a holiday market in Westport that weekend, so she offered me to pick up there, saving me some driving time. We ordered Mushroom, Caprese, Ham & Cheese, Beef Malbec and Knife-Cut Steak. They were all a success! Our guests loved them! Also, when I went to pick up the empanadas, I bought a box of Alfajores de maicena (cornstarch cookie sandwich filled with dulce de leche) and a box of Medialunas (Argentinian croissants). They were absolutely delicious!!!! I wish I lived closer to order more often, but I will definitely order food from Jackie's again!

A cozy spot with the most delicious and comforting empanadas I've ever had! They were sooo good I…read moreknew I had to order one more after my first bite! We tried 5 fillings and I'd rate them like so, but honestly they're all so yummy you have to try them all: 1) Chicken, 2) Pork, 3) Spicy Beef, 4) Tuna, 5) Beef/Classic. They also have sandwiches that look insanely savory and a large portion of protein so I'd definitely want to try one of them next time.

Caminito in Port Washington was such a great find! Their empanadas were really tasty!!! Super…read morefresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The customer service was A+++!! the girl that helped us was warm, friendly, and made me feel welcome right away. Almost gourmet like :) The location is also super convenient, right next to the train, which makes it an easy stop. Definitely plan on coming back again if I'm ever in Port Washington again!

Warm and friendly atmosphere. Great food. it's the kind of place where you can always engage in…read moreconversation with other diners. Love going there. Rita B

Wow wow wow I can't even put it in words, finally some actual authentic Argentinean cuisine!…read moreService was great and personal, the ambiance feels homely filled with soccer merch and decorations that remind me of my family's home country. CT has been in desperate need of argentine cuisine, as its had almost close to nothing in terms of options. Its always a drive to New York to fulfill those needs but not anymore! After going here with my family, its good to finally get some quality argentine barbecue with staples like entraña, Molleja, and choripan. Chimichurri Milford doesn't short out on our argentine staples and I definitely recommend trying it. Can't wait to go again!

We are very blessed . . …read more That our area of Southeastern Connecticut has such a large Puerto Rican population - - or we may have never tasted the wonderful food that this restaurant offers. One of the best, if not THE VERY BEST, restaurants in the local area. My only concerns: 1) I didn't see a bathroom, but I didn't need one ‍; 2) we could have used a knife for the pork stick, but we should have asked. The staff is extremely helpful. Wonderful designs, with lots of inspiration. Now for the food: - Chicken Steam Plate: Chicken leg, rice & beans, fried plantain pieces. Chicken super moist, rice was outstanding, & plantains were very tasty. - Beef Stew: very good, similar to Filipino Beef Mechado. - Pork Stick: great tasting pork - - for me, I would have liked a bit more "fatty" on my stick, but it was really meaty!!! - Beans were nicely done. - Smashed Plantains were served with 1000 Island dressing: probably just as good without the dressing. - Ground Beef Empanada: good, a bit of vegetables would have put it over the top (potatoes, onions, carrots, peas) - - but that's there style. - Chicken Empanada: ok, a bit salty for us. Enjoy!!!!!

The food is really good! The service is quick. It's a sit down spot but the food is already made,…read morehot, ready to eat. There's ample seating inside. The only thing is that this spot is a bit pricer than other Hispanic restaurants. Therefore I don't make it in often. But when I do come, I'm never disappointed.

Wow! I'm so happy I discovered this cafe and I'm antsy to return soon. We were immediately greeted…read moreby a friendly face who welcomed us in. The menu and everything in the display cases looked so appetizing, we had such a difficult time choosing what to order! We started with BEC sandwiches - they were made really well on delicious toasted rolls - my only complaint was the Kraft American cheese singles. Please upgrade the cheese and it will make the world of a difference to the meal!! I also had a hot tea with some pastries we got: Oreo cheesecake and an ombligo with a custard filling - absolutely delicious and perfectly sweetened. The inside decor was very nice and offered comfy soft seating to dine in with. I will definitely make a drive up soon from Norwalk to enjoy some more!

We had thought this might be related to the Dulce de Leche chain in northern New Jersey, but it's a…read moresmall place with a local vibe. We tried the beef and the spinach/mushroom empanadas, a chocolate filled pastry and the alfajores. The empanadas were the proper baked Argentinian version. I thought the beef was very tasty but it lacked the chopped olive I associate with the Argentinian style. La Portena had no complaints about her spinach/mushroom version. The alfajores came in three sizes, something I did not realize when ordering. I would not repeat my order of the large size, the ratio of cookie to filling being off. The medium looked about right. The best item was a chocolate filled pastry, similar to a croissant that I had the next day. Flaky and light, it revealed some skill in the baking.

Came here for lunch to meet up a friend. It was my first time here and I was excited to see what…read morethey got. There were three plate sizes and I got a medium. Which honestly can feed up to two people. They had a variety of stews and meats. Parking was plentiful which I love seeing. Walking in your are greeted by the staff who point out what the have for the day. There is a set up of prepared food and you pick and choose what you want on your plate. There is also a good amount of seating if you want to sit in. I ordered the roasted pork and yellow rice. It was delicious and not too salty. I couldn't help be eat it all in one seating. With the food, drink and tip it was about $20 which is pretty good for what you get. I am looking forward to come back and try other items.

Food is seasoned properly. Service is quick. The ambiance is small and quaint with touches of…read moreculture. I feel it is a take out scene more than a dine in.