Que Viva! Latin Street Grill absolutely brought the flavor tonight. The variety alone was…read moreimpressive, but the standout had to be the Toston Sliders -- crispy tostones loaded with carne mechada, pernil, chicken, chicharrón, avocado, and that cilantro sauce tied everything together perfectly. Every bite had a different layer of flavor and texture. The rice bowl with gandules and pernil was comforting and packed with seasoning, and the Colombian beans and white rice made a solid side combo that tasted homemade. The 3 for $12 empanada platter was also a great way to try multiple ones without breaking the bank. And don't skip the maracuyá con agua (passionfruit,)-- refreshing, sweet, and perfect with all the savory food. Overall, this spot feels like one of those hidden gems that serves authentic Latin street food without cutting corners. Definitely worth coming back for.

Wanted something comforting and filling on this cold day.... Got the pabellon to go and it was…read morepacked nicely and was still piping hot when I got home. Friendly and fast service, they even graciously subbed out the sweet plantains for savory when I asked. Everything was flavorful, fresh and came with choice of sauces. I will def be back to try some of the speciality dishes that looked amazing ...and I'm posting their lunch specials for anyone that is on the lookout for a great lunch out. This is going to sound silly but they have a really good burger on the menu too! Go check them out!

Before you order, ask how many orders they have ahead of you. They seem to do each from scratch, so…read moreit takes 10 minutes per order, so if there are five ahead of you, you won't eat for an hour.

This food truck will make all of you feel happy and full; the pork is seasoned and cooked to…read moreperfection. :-)

This is my first time trying Dominican food! I got the mofongo (Fried plantains mashed with garlic…read moreand other ingredients, there's also some gravy, $15) with fried pork. The fried pork reminded me of Asian pork belly, but a little more deep fried. This made it tougher and harder to chew. Definitely make sure you have some water nearby to wash it down. Nice flavor though. The mofongo looks like mashed potato's with lots of extra ingredients, but it is much more dense. Even slightly warm, it is a little difficult to cut into. The flavor is pretty neutral. I got a beef empanada (2.50). The outer shell was fried very crispy. Filling was ground beef. I didn't taste too much of a particular spice. The creamy pink mayo? Sauce was nice to dip it in. Service was friendly and fast. I'm interested in coming back to try their other items.

As always - dinner was delicious!! Fresh crispy tostones - - juicy roasted chicken - - the BEST…read moreflavorful and fluffy white rice around!!

(4.5 stars) Not long after the PR Pantry opened over the…read moresummer, its social media was awash in tantalizing photos of candied fruit and cheesecakes. More recently, the shop added a food truck to the mix. After driving past it on a nearly daily basis, I finally got around to checking it out. First, a caveat: this is not a Latin market. If you come here expecting one, you will be disappointed. Think of it instead as a typical corner convenience store...that happens to have an above-average homemade food selection. Inside, you'll encounter candied fruit, cheesecake, tres leches, pasteles, and more. The truck then offers plates, apps, and sides. From arroz con gandules to pernil to mofongo, classic Puerto Rican dishes are well-accounted for. While there are a few tables outside the store, The PR Pantry is probably best suited for takeout. I ordered a pernil sandwich with a side of arroz con gandules and an additional side of tostones before popping inside to grab a slice of vanilla tres leches. Nothing took terribly long to prepare, and the guys on the truck were personable. At $13 for the sandwich and $3.50 for an extra side, the prices were reasonable too, especially for the quantity and quality. The food was, on average, really, really good. Served on pressed Cuban-style bread, the pernil sandwich was a bit greasy, but it was also incredibly satisfying. Tender pork met melty cheese and magic ensued. The rice was only OK, but the tostones were crisp and paired well with the accompanying pink sauce (mayoketchup). Later on, my wife and I split the tres leches, and it was incredible: rich and creamy with hints of cinnamon. If you want filling, tasty homemade food that won't break the bank, add The PR Pantry to your list. I regret that it took me this long to try it.

I would not recommend this place because it is completely abandoned/closed but everywhere you look;…read moreFB, Google etc says it's open, but it is not.

A friend recommended and did not disappoint! Hidden gem with big flavor. I grabbed the empanada…read morecombo with the spicy chicken empanada. It was crispy, flavorful, and had just the right kick. The rice and beans were comforting and well/seasoned and the plantains were sweet and caramelized to perfection. I'm also Cuban for what it's worth and had my fair share of rice, beans, and plantains! The tres leche coffee was a little sweet for me but still fantastic. I typically drink black coffee and just felt like trying something different. The inside is super cozy! Makes you feel like you're in someone's home (in the best way). Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. Nothing has survived long in this building...hoping this one stays!

I don't know why it took me so long to come here. But I am so glad that I finally made it out to…read moreEmpanada Grill. This meal warmed my soul and eased my evening. On the edge of the Greensboro and Summerfield border, near the PTI airport, lies a small restaurant with big flavor and big heart. This location has been many things in the past, but I am hopeful that Empanada Grill will last forever. The menu is very simple , but nobody needs to make complicated empanadas. I would rather a place do a few things well than have a wide variety of things and be mediocre. Empanada Grill is as far from mediocre as you can get. I opted for their empanadas undressed in the traditional chicken style. It came with a side of rice and beans. You got to choose between red or black beans, and white, yellow, or traditional rice. I went with the black beans and traditional rice. This was enough food for two meals. I received my food to go, as I had a practice to get to, but there is a variety of seating areas within to accommodate groups of all sizes. The black beans deserve a picture of their own because they are basically a full meal themselves. I ate half before I remembered to take a picture because they were so good. I would definitely bring the family back to this restaurant, as we all love empanadas. I would love to try the traditional beef next time. The worst part about this trip? My car smelled like empanada the next day and I had no more empanada to eat. But that's a problem that can easily be solved with a trip back to my new favorite empanada place.

All of the food was so amazing! As a Cuban myself - this is AUTHENTIC Cuban food!! We got the…read moresample platters so that we could have a taste of everything. No notes. Food was incredibly delicious.

Amazing food, top tier service and a wonderful low-lit, romantic vibe, I will be visiting again…read morevery soon!

Drove 40 minutes. Visited early on Valentine's Day without reservation and was treated like VIP!…read moreTalk about customer service. Drinks never dry, food hot and delicious, music and ambiance on point. My husband and I have dined here before and this visit was no different ! Authentic food! Pork was tender and flavorful. Fried yuca with the cilantro sauce. Empanadas crispy and flaky. Oh my goodness! If you're looking for good Latina food, this is your spot! The coffee comes with a warning. J/k

This is my favorite restaurant in Salisbury and I'm a home grown Salisburian so I remember when the…read morespace was occupied by Las Palmas way back in the day. Now it's home to the best, authentic Cuban cuisine in the area. Whether you're looking for small plated tapas to share among friends or a bountiful feast of deliciously seasoned entrees, Mambo has you covered. You can go the healthy route with their standout grilled salmon & mahi mahi with mixed veggies or indulge in savory dishes such as Chicken Milanese or Ropa Vieja. My favorite dishes are the enchiladas de camaron (shrimp smothered in a hearty sauce and served in a cast iron pot) and the plantain temptation (stuffed with cheese, rice, and protein of choice)! The Cuban sandwich is very good and I usually get one or two to take home. But the best kept secret is their Garlic Cilantro Sauce. It comes with the Yuca Frita (also amazing) and you'll want to ask for extra so you can pour it all over everything else. ¡Buen provecho!

Iykyk..in case you don't..out for dinner and it was an enjoyable one with delicious food. This was…read morea repeat visit as I wanted to share experience with visiting family member. I enjoyed chicken with salad and fries, empanadas was the appetizer. Ember is always a good vibe. First dining on patio which was nice. Ty was our amazing server and he was friendly and ensured we were well taken care of.

Good Food!! Service Good…read moreAmbiance setting is great if you are cold natured you may want to take a little shall or light jacket I always get the half chicken with the house rice delicious

WOW. I cannot say enough about this restaurant. The entire experience blew us away. The food was a…read morebeautiful fusion of flavors. I got the plantain gnocchi with chorizo. I love trying new things and it did not disappoint!! the plantains were Perfect. We also had the scallops Rockefeller as a starter and that was one of the most delicious Smokey flavors I've ever experienced. Trust me when I say you want to order the 6, not the 3!!! you'll with there was a 12 piece!! Lastly, not only was our waitress, Amanda, attentive and knowledgeable on the menu items, but the owner himself came out to greet us at the end of our meal because he was told it was our first time dining there. it put such a huge smile on our faces and made us so excited to come back!! you can tell this man loves what he does and loves the people he serves. Highly recommend!!!

We hit up Pangaea in downtown Greensboro last night with another couple, and it delivered a strong…read more4-star experience--with just enough personality to keep things interesting. I kicked things off with the "Alex Old Fashioned," which I enjoyed. Brittani, however, took one sip and looked at me like I had just ordered dessert in a glass--so, your mileage may vary depending on your sweet tooth and relationship dynamics. Instead of going full tapa chaos, we opted for the $60 three-course route. The tomato soup was a solid opener--comforting, no notes. The burrata was... fine. It felt like it was one good drizzle of something sweet away from being memorable, but it never quite got there. Then the mains showed up and completely changed the tone of the evening. The burger and the gnocchi? Unreal. Like "briefly stop talking to your friends mid-sentence" good. Easily the highlight. Dessert was an empanada that landed squarely in the "we're already full but let's be polite" category. It did its job, but the stars had already been earned earlier. Shoutout to our server, Amanda--absolute legend. Cool, knowledgeable, and casually working on a full tattoo bodysuit, which somehow made me feel like I showed up to dinner wildly underachieving. She was fantastic. Bonus points: parking downtown was easy, and it wasn't packed, which felt like winning twice. All in all, Pangaea is a great spot--just a few tweaks away from 5 stars, but definitely worth the visit (and the gnocchi alone is reason enough to go back).

Great food. I got a Chicken Pupusa, Baleadas, and Pollo con Trajada. All 3 were tasty. The Pollo…read morecon Trajada was just a little dry/overcooked for me, but the seasoning was on point.

Food was okay. Looked really good but to me it wasn't amazing. Service was good and the ambiance…read morewas good. I feel the prices were extremely high. I guess every restaurant is hurting because of the economy or taking advantage of it. The good thing is that they don't ask for a tip when you pay( perhaps it's secretly included in the price). I had an al pastor taco and chicken tamale which I left most of it. The place was packed though. I'm a hard critic. If it ain't great I won't be happy.