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The average American enjoys Mexican (or "Mexican," depending on "authenticity") food about eight…read morebillion times a year, but many of us have all too little experience with other Latin American cuisines. We've recently been trying to make up for lost time, and Inkazteka is one the few spots in the Cincinnati area where you can sample Peruvian food. Although the owners are Peruvian, there's quite a bit Mexican food on the menu, too. (The portmanteau restaurant name obviously calls up two pre-Columbian civilizations founded in present-day Peru and Mexico.) The Peruvian items I've tried have been great: Seco de res is like the best pot-roast or beef-stew dish you've never had before, with richly flavored melt-in-your mouth stewed beef and delicious beans (and rice) on the side. Tallarin saltado is a Chinese-Peruvian fusion dish apparently popular in Peru; it's basically a chow mein, and it's fresh and tasty here. These dishes were terrific and the the seco de res, especially, makes a trip to Inkazteka worthwhile. Unfortunately the Mexican items are not nearly as terrific. My wife has ordered a couple of them. They looked rather tired and dull, and she said they were. Pretty spartan surroundings, but comfortable enough, and the family who runs the restaurant has been warm and friendly on the occasions we've been there. The Mexican stuff, which comprises the majority of the food on the menu, drags the rating down under four stars, but I'll round up.

This is not a huge place and I bet would fill up quick. My son and I walked in for lunch. We were…read moretold to sit and a menu would be brought out. We looked things over and ordered so crazy yummy food. I will admit I have been wanting to come here for years and every time I was in The area other things came up. Well I am so glad I came today. I can't remember the last time I had such a yummy meal. I will be back again! I mean serious is just around the corner from the airport and the food is so good. I can't wait to come back.

A hidden gem, if you are craving authentic Latin food, check out this little restaurant in…read moreHamilton. The parking lot is a little small (pro tip: go around the round about to get to the actual entrance to the lot, the other entrance is blocked off), but it is totally worth the effort. I tried the horchata...huge glass and has incredible floral notes that I've boy had in other versions. 100% recommend! I also tried the cheese and the pork/cheese pupusas. Light, soft and completely delicious, the accompanying cabbage and carrot slaw was acidic and bright. Definitely delicious and the prices are super cheap. The salsas are very authentic, the green one being my favorite. I can't wait to bring people back here. The decor is simple and very clean, and there is a takeout area as well as some seating. The service was very fast and friendly. I'll definitely be back!

I am absolutely obsessed with Salar and can't wait to go back!…read more This sleek, upscale restaurant in downtown Dayton is dishing out the best food in the area. Every dish I've gotten and every plate I've seen come out of the kitchen is amazing and a wonderful sight. The duck is a personal favorite. It's always perfectly cooked with the right amount of pink and paired with Brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. It also makes an amazing leftover since the portions are so big. The steak though is a dining staple. The Delmonico Ribeye shines at both a rare and medium rare cook and is just so flavorful. That's the steak I dream of and can't wait to have again. The servers are attentive, polite, and helpful when you ask for their thoughts on which dish to order. The bar is quick and makes some great drinks (based on friends' input). Salar isn't so upscale that you can only go for special occasions. It makes for a good mid-week dinner, meetup with friends and coworkers, but it can also be a treat yourself meal.

Had great dinner at Salar. I have to say the dinners we've had planned in Dayton have been winners…read more So starting with apps, the yuka rellno was really nice and spicy with bacially fried croquettes stuffed with cheese and some kind of spicy sauce base. Loved it. They had a complementary snack too, which was nice - like fried pitas and a nice sauce. The corn salad was ok. Then I had a main that was a crepe. They have plenty of vegetarian options, by the way, which is great. The crepe come stuffed with fur nice cheese and san marzano tomato sauce. I enjoyed the dish. Service was like excellent. Our waitress was like in top of things. Really attentive and anticipated our needs. Tent good place and I'd cube back

Absolutely love this gem of a Colombian restaurant! We've been multiple times and their empanadas…read moreand arepas cannot be beat (beef and potato, shredded chicken and cheese are our two favorites). The arroz con pollo is delicious and we love their maracuya (passion fruit) juice and flan. Service is always great. The owner and staff are wonderful. Very family friendly restaurant. 10/10!

I thought everything went well here. I came here w/ a group of 4 for dinner (2nd time here) and got…read morethe fried fish w/ a side of chicharron and egg to go with my meal. I thought everything was great but this time the chicharron was a little too hard to eat. My coworker that was with me said the same and he didn't even finish it because it was too hard. Overall, I'd come back AGAIN. The food still is great and the ambiance of the place feels like good.

The wife and I were slow on the uptake when it comes to arepas. We're still newbies; at this point…read morewe've tried them from just five or six purveyors here and there. Hell, we're still sussing out the Colombian vs. Venezuelan arepa rivalry. But the arepa pabellon at Arrechissimo (this apparently means "awesome" in Venezuelan Spanish) wins the prize for us so far, and it's not even close. Even if it initially seems expensive at $13.50, it is a near-miraculous little food item, regardless of one's knowledge about arepas generally. It's perfect in its simplicity and greater than the sum of its parts: Wonderful white-corn flatbread style rolls with a great balance of fluffy and crisp, flavorful shredded beef, fried plantains, black beans, and melted mild cheese. Add the spicy cilantro salsa, which is just about perfect in its own right. By the way, despite its compact size, the arepa pabellon is plenty filling. Arrechissimo is just a food stand with maybe four outdoor tables. The setting in quiet Deer Park is pleasant and comfortable enough, when the weather is reasonably nice. Unfortunately for us, Arrechissimo is far enough away that carryout is not a suitable option during those too-many months when Cincinnati weather is not so nice. Owner Javier is about as welcoming and friendly a host as there is in the metro.

Decided to try out this restaurant today with my friend who suggested it. Let me just say right…read moreoff the bat, that there is NO indoor seating. I'm assuming most people do pick-ups. We didn't realize that when we decided to go. However, they do have 3 or 4 outdoor tables. Right beside the tables are very sturdy extendable umbrellas that they can open to shade you whenever you want. Their food is handmade, fresh and delicious. Got a vegetarian bowl with rice, beans, plantains, lettuce, and avocado slices accompanied by 2 small arepas. The arepas and empanadas seemed to be made from the same dough and it's a good thing because it is extremely mouth-watering - yum! Kudos to the owner. He is the nicest man - friendly, and really cares about his customers.

What a delicious find! My son was searching for dinner on our recent overnight and La Columbiana…read morepopped up. After checking out the menu and reviews he suggested we give it a try. When we arrived we realized it was literally next door to our hotel! Score! They were really busy, but the service was still friendly and efficient. And the food ... so good! I enjoyed an Arepa con queso and a chicken empanada while my son had the carne asada and a beef empanada. Everything was fantastic. So much food too. I especially loved the hot aji sauce that came with the empanadas - I put it on my arepa too -yum! If we are in the area again, I will definitely return.

Looking to expand the palate, we recently tried La Colombiana. Started with fried plantains and…read moreempanadas (two beef, two chicken). Both were delicious, especially the fried plantains. I've had plantains in the past, but these were certainly the best I've tried. For entrees, we went with arroz con pollo and bandeja paisa which was basically an assortment platter. I was a little disappointed in the arroz con pollo. Rice was over cooked and the flavor was overall muted. For dessert, we tried obleas -- thin waffles filled with jam, caramel and cheese. The waffles weren't true waffles, but more just cracker type. Again, rather disappointing but maybe I just don't have the right taste for it. The service was excellent, and we did enjoy the appetizers. Entrees and dessert were a let down. Overall, 3 stars in my book.

We've been meaning to stop here for so long but every time we drive by we're on our way to do…read moresomething! We finally did it! Don't sleep on this spot! My husband had the half chicken with rice and black beans and I had the same chicken shredded in a tortilla bowl - think taco salad with their house dressing. It was all delicious and more than we could eat. No problem. We love leftovers! Our server was delightful and happy to help us with their specialties. The decor was terrific as well!

I've been to Nelly's twice and was underwhelmed both times. The first time I had their "specialty"…read more- roasted chicken. It was good, but it's just roasted chicken, not special IMO. The second time I ordered the relenos. Those were tasty, but the service was so freakin slow that I decided it's not worth it to go back. We had a party of eight and two of us arrived early. They seated us quickly and there was only one other table with guests. The server would not take our drink orders until everyone arrived and even then, I had to motion for her to come over. She just stood in the corner doing nothing until I asked her to take our drink orders. She was clearly not busy, so I don't understand why she made us wait so long. Weird.

Dress up for this one cause this place is stunning! Three levels of luxury, this place is so…read moreunique and beautiful. We went early on a Saturday and were immediately sat upstairs in a quiet room with a gorgeous bar...this is a space I'd love to rent out for a special occasion! We started with wine and scallops. The scallop appetizer is $28 and worth every penny, best scallop either of us has ever had . My entree was the chicken dish and my guy got the steak risotto. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive, top notch experience! This is where you go for a sexy, elegant experience!

Prettiest restaurant in town! And a long happy hour. We love to pop in for adult beverages after…read morerunning errands or shopping. Lunch is my favorite. I usually get a roasted romaine salad. I like eating on the first level at lunch, but third floor for dinner. That's not always open, except for weekends. Middle level is too cramped for me. Give it try. You won't be sorry. And check out the bar for a martini...or two!

I'm addicted to this place. I have to have it at least once a week. It's the plantain chips with…read morethe blanca salsa, which is perfectly garlicky. I've had and enjoyed the chicken cheese arepa, the cheese arepa, and the vegetarian arepa with black beans, cheese and plantains, which are sweeter than the chips. It's the perfect meal for lunch and I am so glad they are here in Cincinnati. Just yum!

Made fresh to order, the Arepa Plce was a perfect stop for lunch. I had the chorizo and cheese…read morearepa, filling; the heat of the sausage melted the cheese. Larger than a taco and smaller than a buritto, the arepa is a nicely sized lunch meal. Make sure to use the salsa, it enhanced the flavor overall. The drink menu has Latin alternatives to the American soda. Easy to order at the counter and take your meal to go or use one of the counter stool to eat in. A beautiful day had me sitting outside for my meal.

Lalo is the best find we have had in Cincinnati for the year! The Asian Mexican fusion is so…read morecreative, portions are large, and flavors are very unique and delicious. We had the Mac and cheese with Burria, carnitas pad Thai (better than normal pad thai!), quesadillas, and fried rice. All were delicious and we were really happy with the service too. Ambiance was great - music wasn't too loud and the space was open and never felt crowded to us. Bonus was the play area for kids too. They really thought of everything.

Amazing food here! From the Mexican bibimbap to the elote, superb! I need to get back here soon…read more Service was great and ambiance is very nice and chill. Very friendly people here and looking forward to trying more!