I was in Ithica for a day and found this place. Almost an hour drive. It better be good, I thought…read more It was a nice drive up. I found it and parking easily. I went in and ordered the fried chicken chunks, Chicaron de pollo. Nice dish. Allot of food. I don't know if they use chicken brest for the chunks. It would have been better, but it was still good. The rice and beans were also good. Except for my drive, I would come here again, next time I'm in town. I recommend.

Jibarito sandwich was absolutely on point with a solid wepa sauce. The tostones were PERFECT!…read moreRafael and his staff take their time to make a A+ meal so your patience will be rewarded and appreciated! I love how the place gave me La Perla vibes , you just know that the food is going to be amazing! Highly recommend

Last Delicias has always been one of my favorite local Caribbean resturants…read more The food is always cooked with love, prices are more than reasonable and the quantity of food is always great. Lately I have been taking advantage of their $7 meal deals which are super convenient when you are a foodie who's sticking to a budget. Customer service is always friendly and respectful. There are a few tables for those who choose to dine in.

I understand that things happen, but the service today was unacceptable and left a really bad taste…read morein my mouth. I work hard for my money, and if I'm spending $20 on a meal, I expect better service and fresh food. If I had time I would have went elsewhere but I was rushing to work. But never again.... Normally I would give 5 stars but not with what I received.

Absolutely love all of the foods I have tried from here! The bbq pulled pork mac n cheese is…read moresplendid! The empanadas are stuffed to the max with all different kinds of flavors and choices. The wings are awesome! Both the baked and fried chicken are moist and flavorful! And now I'm reading that breakfast empanadas are going to be a thing! Sign me up! The owners are always hustling around preparing the orders while still being welcoming and courteous. The place is clean and well kept. A real gem of a takeout locale with a huge variety of offerings.

First trip to this establishment and I'm a fan! I love empanadas and these are absolutely amazing!…read moreRice and beans are spot on and the cake was delicious as well. Staff is friendly, Definitely going back.

Tried these at the farmer's market! Very yummy!…read more We tried the blueberry one with lemon icing and the spanakopita. The blueberry one was piping hot. Honestly these were both really good. the crust wasn't soggy and I liked trying both a sweet and a savory hand pie. I have also tried the mushroom oaxaca one which is my favorite! Overall, I would recommend!

Mama Said Hand Pies | Ithaca, NY…read more One of my favorite local food spots in Upstate New York near Cornell University! Mama Said Hand Pies is a cozy local spot in Ithaca serving handmade savory and sweet pies made with locally sourced ingredients and baked fresh daily. Sausage Gravy, Egg & Cheddar Pie (Recommend ) Filled with chicken sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, and white cheddar wrapped in an incredibly flaky, buttery pastry crust. The crust had a rich buttery flavor without feeling greasy, and the savory filling made every bite so comforting. Mushroom Pie (Recommend ) Packed with sautéed mushrooms and served with a green sauce on the side. Honestly, I didn't even need the sauce because the pie was already flavorful on its own. Pepper Jack Beef Pie Filled with ground beef, pepper jack cheese, and curry-like spices. This one wasn't my personal favorite, but my husband really enjoyed it!

Awesome place! Tasty food! The service was fast, friendly and welcoming!! Ambiance was top notch! I…read morerecommend this place if you're looking for Spanish cuisine!

The food!!!!! Very delicious. The stewed beef was lean, with plenty of jus to mix with the rice…read moreand beans. The onion rings may be the best I've ever had... super crunchy, and make sure you have Carmen's special onion ring sauce with it (a hint of bacon!). Also best empanadas I've ever had; the outer shell was crispy and did not by any means overpower the perfectly seasoned filling. I loved the tostones and the garlicky aranas. Top it all off with the perfect tres leches cake, and you've reached paradise. The atmosphere was super warm and friendly, thanks to Andre' (Carmen's partner in business and life). He made everyone who entered the restaurant feel at home. The physical space was immaculately clean, bright, and comfortable. I can't wait to try the other delights at Carmen's Cooking!

Look for the brightly colored sign featuring the Puerto Rican flag or else you might miss Mamia's…read moreIsland, an authentic family-operated Puerto Rican restaurant opened by owners Neymaris Sierra and Andrew Stewart along Route 104 in Ontario. Mamia's Island is a serve-you-at-the-counter type restaurant, with a small dine-in area with about 5 tables, but you absolutely don't want to skip trying this place out. My wife and I were on our way to Rochester on a day off, and had plans to grab lunch at a different restaurant there. My wife happened to spot Mamia's as we passed by on Rt 104 and we decided to turn around and give them a try instead, and we were very glad we did. This place was way more our speed. We love ethnic foods, and we pulled in right as they were opening and the small parking lot was already full - good sign. We went in and placed our order - we got a "medium" 2-meat plate with yellow rice, albondingas & pernil, along with 2 empanadas (1 beef, 1 chicken) and an order of mixed (yuca & plantain) tostones. Everything was delicious. The only complaint we had was we did end up getting a lot of connective tissue in our pernil, but other than that, everything was amazing. We did wish the tostones were served with some kind of dipping sauce, but fresh, they honestly didn't need anything. They were seasoned and salted perfectly, the empanadas were amazing, and it was enough food to feed us twice. The total was around $30. We'll be making the half hour drive to get food regularly.

We stopped at Mamia's restaurant during our lunch break. It was my first time having authentic…read morePuerto Rican food and it was incredible. Their meat selection has a lot of different options of chicken, pork, stew style meats, etc. I had their pork and meatballs and they both were so good. The meatballs are soft and sweet which go well with the yellow rice. We also sampled their empanadas and the guava cheese on is to die for! The service was also incredible, I enjoyed talking to the lady taking my order and she shared a lot of history behind the pictures in the restaurant and in general. If you're in the area, it's an absolute go to!

Friendly customer service and elite pork and onion empanadas cooked to perfection. Delish!read more

I hadn't been to the Rochester Farmer's Market in years. Moving back, I was so very excited to…read morevisit again and eat some empanadas which I remembered being outstanding. Fresh out of the fryer. Stuffed with meat. Turns out, that is a thing of the past. These empanadas have gone from the best thing at the market to the worst. Dry, empty, overpriced. Disgusting. I didn't even finish mine. Incredibly disappointing. Don't waste your money here.

I saw this locale while driving around. Pulled into the parking lot and went in. A small, family…read moreowned venue from Puerto Rico.The place is rake out only, no eating in premises. I was greeted by the young woman behind the counter, very friendly. I believe her name is Denielys. I was craving for Tostones and Chicharrón. They didn't have Chicharrón, but they offered instead to cook Tostones y Fried Pork Chunks. Perfect! Waited a few minutes and my meal was prepared. With a Maracuyá (Passion Fruit)juice, what a delicious combo. They have Daily Specials. I'll be back.

Have been wanting to try this spot out for quite some time now, and finally had the opportunity…read more Went with the shredded chicken plate, medium, with yellow rice and beans ($9.50). WOW! The food was absolutely fantastic, delicious, and very filling. I was only able to eat half - great portions for the price. Fast service too - I was in and out within 3 minutes. Friendly staff too! My only regret now, is not trying this place out sooner. I also got a beef and cheese empanada ($2.50). I thought it was fairly plain, but the plate was phenomenal, and I will definitely return again very soon!

Expensive as fuck…read more Definitley not expensive enough for tostones that taste like eating a frisbee, rock hard and BLAAAAND. Empanadas were ok, but my stomach hurts really badly while I'm writing this (just had this about an hour ago) so thanks, guys! Someone called this place "authentic" in the reviews. Hah.

WOW... the food is authentic, hot, and full of flavor! The portion sizes are terrific! The food is…read moreserved in sturdy containers. The truck is spotless & clean both inside and out! The two men staffing the truck were engaging, funny, and very informative. This was my first time to this truck. The great location outside of the downtown post office makes it easy to stop for lunch or to pick up something for dinner... a MUST for the busy person and family. Be sure to visit the truck for great eats!! BRAVO to them! and...its windy, cold and rainy day... such good & yummy food for my tummy!

I am obsessed with Maria's! A rochester classic Mexican restaurant! The BEST jalapeño margarita…read moreyou'll ever have. Also, they make the flavors in house for the fruited margaritas and what not! I love enchiladas and theirs never disappoint, my bf loves the burritos. Their specials are also to die for, go early before they sell out; poblano enchiladas, enfrijoladas, tamales, etc--you can never go wrong. This is where you need to go, VAMOS.

Terrible Terrible Food Very Expensive! Back years ago it was Awesome Food and great. Margaritas!…read moreThat all went down the drain. The owner is never friendly Your loosing a lot of customers!!