Food was great! I love big plates and filling dishes!…read more Service was ideal. Ambiance: there isn't that many people so it doesn't get full

We were in search of good pupusas not too far away from where we live. This was a win! It's a…read morepleasant sit-down experience. They have lots of good beverage options- my bf Francisco P. & I had horchatas and our dinner companion had a papaya shake. On request, they can prepare the shake with water instead of milk. You can see the female chef in the kitchen preparing the food lovingly by hand. I tried the bean and cheese pupusas, which were very good. Our companion also tried the chicken pupusas, which she said were also very good. We thought they tasted freshly made, to order. I love that the pupusas had the bits of crunchy cheese that form when some cheese leaks out the side. I was also glad to have the red sauce and pickled cabbage for putting on top. Maybe next time I'd order more of that because I love the pickled cabbage, or curtido. My bf had a Salvadoran combo plate- that had a pupusa, a Salvadoran tamale, and a Salvadoran enchilada (which closely resembles a Mexican tostada). I had a taste of the tamale, which had chicken, & which I thought was really flavorful, and different in consistency than a Mexican tamale- softer.

SO GOOD. Incredible vibes and energy. This is an amazinggg spot in Brighton…read more As a table we ordered: - Tequeños - Yuca Frita - Arepa - Beef empanada & chicken empanada - I got a red sangria - My friend got a shrimp cocktail + a passion fruit Margarita No notes. All of it was 10/10. So so good. And it's an amazing environment if you're trying to catch any soccer game. Will be back!!

Started off super strong, but unfortunately went downhill quickly. The atmosphere was great!! Nice…read moremusic, good vibes, and a very friendly waiter at first. We ordered drinks and food, and the drinks came out quickly. However, we ended up waiting over an hour for our food, even though the restaurant wasn't busy at all (we were one of two other groups). To make things more frustrating, the tables who arrived after us were already being served. About 30 minutes after ordering food, our waiter came by and asked if we wanted anything else, and we said no, we were just waiting on our food. He said okay, but then didn't check on us again for another 30 minutes. When we finally asked about the delay, he responded, "that's why I asked you before," which felt dismissive and confusing, considering he was the one who forgot to put the order in. By the time the food arrived, it was actually really good, but the experience had already been overshadowed by the long wait and lack of communication. Really wanted to love this place. I would give them a second chance.

Food - 4.5/5 Service - 5/5…read moreAmbiance - 4/5 Rounded up to a 5! The food was very good - this menu is huge! I got the pernil cachapas, and my friends got a shrimp canoas and a vegetarian arepa. Everyone was very happy with their food! I did wish there were more veggie sides or vegetables in my cachapas - it was pretty much all meat and carbs but the taste was perfecto. The restaurant is very clean and well maintained - there was one flickering light that gave me a mild headache, thus the four out of five. Service was outstanding! We were checked in on multiple times and Barbie was very happy to answer any questions (and chat with me in Spanish, as I need to practice.) Muchísimas gracias a Barbie!

I really enjoyed my arepa from here! Saw this place as I was walking by and knew I had to check it…read moreout. I got the pelua arepa to go with spicy beef and cheese, they also included some sauces on the side which was nice so it didn't get soggy on the way back. The arepa was very tasty, I got mine fried and it felt like it was made fresh. The meat was a little tough to chew through at times but still tasty, and I did like the cheeses. It tasted yummy. Their menu is large and they have many arepas, I would like to try other kinds. Plus they have other venezuelan dishes too. This place is very inviting and everyone inside was friendly.

My husband & I just moved into the neighborhood, & Bocadillos was our very first stop & wow, what a…read morewelcome. Huge shoutout to Kennedy for being so kind & genuinely hospitable from the moment we walked in, to the moment we left. You can feel the warmth the second you step through the door. I truly cannot express how blown away we were by the quality, portions, flavor, and freshness of everything we ate. Every single bite tasted intentional. It was so clear that there's real care, pride, and thoughtfulness behind the preparation and execution of each dish. The empanadas were perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and incredibly satisfying without feeling heavy - (My mouth is watering as I write this). We also locked in a new addiction with the chimichurri steak rice bowl - it was unbelievably flavorful & if I could eat this everyday for the rest of my life, I would be the happiest person in the world. We feel so lucky to have a place like this right down the street. Bocadillos has officially become a new favorite, and we'll be back again and again... and again!!!!

A wonderful and welcoming place. Excellent freshly made empanadas. Welcoming service. Great place…read moreto bring kids after school/camp. Will definitely return.

It is a smaller restaurant on the main drag in Jamaica Plain. There are about fifteen tables…read more Perfect for conversation. They have a high ceiling with a plant attached to the wall as well The decorations drew the eyes up extenuating the high ceilings The menu was limited to just a few items. We started with a dozen oysters. Six were from Cape Cod and six were from Nova Scotia. They have a special before six o'clock where oysters are 2.00 each. We also had a dish of olives wihich were served with almonds marinaded in a spicy sauce. The service was outstanding. The waitress mentioned to me about the oyster special so I could order before six o'clock. Sh was on her toes. I had the seared tuna on a bed of rice. It was on the smaller side but filling. I ended the meal with butterscotch pudding. I wish I had the recipe. I certainly would return.

I am not sure where to start with this review -- I have been to most restaurants on the Jamaica…read morePlain strip, but I was absolutely FLOORED by Vee Vee. I visited this past weekend with my partner and sister for a birthday. Reservations were easy to get -- try OpenTable! The restaurant was very warm and welcoming, my first impression was "cozy". The service was really good, our server was super helpful in explaining the menu and pointing out the specials for the evening. To start, we got the olives and the cucumber salad. Both were really well done, the seasoning on the peanuts that came with the olives was amazing. Perfect amount of appetizer for three people. I ordered the steak frites, and my fellow diners got the Cod and the Gorditas. The steak frites were super flavorful, but the highlight of the dish was the fries. Coupled with the aioli, the fries were a huge hit at our table (you have to order them!). The cod was also really well done, when I come back I will definitely order the cod. We grabbed the butterscotch pudding and chocolate cake for dessert. The cake was super moist and the perfect consistency. Two desserts was perfect for three people. If you live in JP, you NEED to come to Vee Vee. Perfect for a special occasion!

I've always heard about this place but I've never been until now, and I'm so upset I've been…read moremissing out all of these years. I will say the line and wait was a bit much, but I did go at lunch time on a Friday so that's to be expected. Also, there's a bit of a language barrier with some people so it takes a little longer 1/2 chicken with extra onions 10/10 It was so juicy and flavorful, wish I would've got a whole one Bolitos de papa 7/10 Not bad in taste but should be a little cheaper Chicharron with yellow rice n tostones 7/10 Rice was flavorful and tostones were fresh Chicharron was mainly fat, so I'd opt to pick my piece next time Maduros 10/10 They give the whole plantain and it was cooked to perfection Fried pork & yellow rice 3/10 Wasn't a fan of the way it was cooked, almost like it was boiled They give good portions for the price, but just pay attention to the pieces of meat you get. Inside was clean, and I like that you can see them chop your meat.

Delicious Dominican fare! I got the Combo Rico. The pork shoulder was divine: succulent and very…read moreflavorful. Overall sandwich was great. The fries left much to be desired though, they were a bit soft and bland. Definitely will return for the rotisserie chicken!

Stopped by for happy hour on a Wednesday around 5 PM, and it was nice and quiet. The $5 tapas were…read morea great deal, and my favorites were the patatas bravas, morcipan, and the halal chicken pintxo. The only dish that didn't quite hit for me was the berenjenas con miel--I enjoyed the eggplant itself, but the sugarcane sauce wasn't my favorite. Overall, everything was good, and I'd definitely come back for happy hour again.

This was a bit of a disappointment. We came on a very quiet weekday evening and the place was…read moretotally empty. Not sure if the lack of other customers contributed to the depressing atmosphere but we were seated in the larger dining section and it felt a little haunted. The food was just not very good, it pains me to say. Another review mentioned how the dishes did not seem to be prepared with any love or effort, which I agree with. The patatas bravas, a mainstay of any tapas menu, was perhaps the worst offender: undercooked, roughly cut chunks of potato with a messy drizzle of tomato sauce on top. Not sure how you mess that up. The bread used on the side of our spicy garlic shrimp was stale and cold. The toasted crostini with Iberian ham was an utter mess for a $19 dish - crudely sliced ham layered on top, making it impossible to take a bite without the ham sliding off; very tough, chewy bread. And the portion sizes were miniscule for the regular price (they do a HH special with $5 tapas which is a way better deal). The creme brulee was way too heavy on the cinnamon and amaretto. Our waitress was sweet and the food came out quickly, so giving some points for that. Parking: They offer a parking voucher for the Whole Foods around the corner; it's a minor pain to have to traverse that particular intersection to put the voucher in your car and then back to the restaurant but free parking is such a rarity in Boston so I'll take it.

Can't wait to go back for arepa, empanada, fruit shake $6, fruit juice $5, & more!…read more Across the street from the Jackson Square Orange Line Station. On-street parking extremely limited - good luck! Cafeteria-style restaurant so order at the counter and eat at a table or takeout. Seems like most of the staff speak Spanish or limited English so pull-up their online menu with pictures so you know what to order. Food was made fresh to order when I went in on a Friday night in July. We enjoyed our guanabana juice & pineapple shake while we waited about 20-30 minutes for the food. It was worth the wait! $6 empanadas Pabellon is the one to order. Sweet & savory combo filling with Shredded Beef, Black Bean, Sweet Plantain, White Cheese. One is a meal for the average eater. $7.50 arepa. Chicharron/pork. ADD cheese or you'll miss out. Choice of grilled or fried so, of course, got it FRIED. But wait, they have the most glorious green crema to pour onto your handhelds that don't really need it since they're that good on their own but you want to elevate your meal to WOW, pour on the CREMA!

I ordered take out it did take a while but I believe it was due to the many takeout orders from…read moreapps and cooking time for fresh empanadas, arepa sandwiches and different meals to cook. Besides the wait I was thoroughly pleased with my chicken and cheese empanadas, pabellon arepa and churros. The flavors are incredible and fresh. The entrees at the table I was watching everyone's food lood delicious. Everything was excellent no complaints here. The restaurant is clean and modern. I would come here again in a heartbeat to taste their authentic food again. A win for Jamaica Plain!