We had a great experience at Cilantro. Our waitress Maria was polite and timely at every step. And…read moreeverything that she brought to the table was great. From my mojito and Tostones Playeros shareable to the breakfast menu's Salchipapas, I thoroughly enjoyed everything. (Well, except for the pork belly on the Salchipapas as I find it too fatty regardless of who makes it. But even after setting the large chunks of pork belly to the side, the Salchipapas were still filling and delicious. The fries had the perfect crispness) My wife got coffee, which was free with her Calentado Breakfast entree. You can choose your protein on the dish, and my wife chose the same andouille sausage that was on my Salchipapas, so you already know that it' was good! Protip: get sides of the Cilantro sauce and spicy sauce to go with your order. They make a good thing better. Inside, the green-themed decor is evident without belaboring the point. There's a stage as well for nighttime entertainment, so there's no shortage of reasons to enjoy your trip to Cilantro.

I am obsessed with this place. If I could come here every day I would. The food is so good. The…read moreservice is absolutely amazing. And the ambience is so nice. I highly recommend you check it out and when you do make sure you also get a dessert because it's some of the best desserts I've ever had. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThy72V7d/

Loved the latino seasons!!!! This place is a gem in between…read morepizzas and hamburgers. Reminded us of Home Recommended A+

What a hidden gem! My coworker found this place and we decided to try this place. I hadn't had much…read moreLatin American food and I was so pleased to have gone. The restaurant is tucked in a residential neighborhood so we almost missed it so keep your eyes peeled. Parking wasn't an issue since there's a parking lot next to it. Service was great, our waitress had been working there for a very long time. I suspect it was a family owned business so it was great to hear her recommendations and she did not disappoint. All of her recommendations were on point. I got the garlic shrimp in coconut sauce and that was amazing. But the star of the meal was the sweet plantains! Omg those were delicious! It was an appetizer for us but I swear I could have ate just that for my main meal. Portions are very generous too so you'll leave feeling very full. So if you come across this place, don't hesitate and try it out!

Tucked away in a big, run-down strip mall. I've driven past dozens of times and never noticed it…read more There's really no sign you can see from very far away. It is next to a plasma place and what might be a market. If you're coming off Cleveland or 161, look for the car repair place and it is straight back from there. They said it's been here two years, but in the three months I've been a fairly regular visitor to the area I've never noticed it. Step inside, and it's nothing fancy, but with lots of comfy booths and tables. A drink cooler off to the side with Mexican Coke, etc. Small menu with the basics (I should have taken a picture of that.) Beef, shrimp, fried plantains, etc. Some breakfast items and pastries. I went with carne azada. Strips of beef, marinated and grilled, and probably the best I've had. Sided with a mix of rice and beans that was pretty good, pico de gallo, excellent guacamole, a roasted pepper, and perfect, hot and fresh corn tortillas. Wrap it all up or eat it individually, it's great either way. Great food, at a decent price, in a non-descript place. Service was stand-offish at first for someone clearly not a regular, but as I wolfed down the food and smiled, they warmed up. I'll be back.

The menus do not have English descriptions, so have your phone out so you can use google translate…read more The food was really good, the service friendly, and the place was clean though well worn.

The food was so great! And the service was great. The gentleman was very considerate. We ordered…read morefood here and ordered other stuff at the brew house then eat outside. Nice weather, clean table, and big umbrella gave us some protection from direct sunlight. It was great!!

Came here with family for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. No…read moreprices are given for most of the menu. It's like you are ordering blind. Friendly person who took our order from the window. **This has been in my drafts forever. Getting it published but don't remember going here. Oops.

This is tucked away off Tylersville Rd behind Raising Cane's (old frickers loc for the locals)…read more Don't pass this place up. The inside decor is really eye catching. The service was great and the food was excellent. I got the birria quesadilla. I would definitely get it again. The meat had soooooo much flavor. With the melty cheese. This was remarkable. I couldn't finish it so i took some with me and it reheated perfect for the next day. Be aware it is messy but so so so worth it. My husband had the birria on a sandwich and he loved it as well. They had drink specials 2 for the price of 1 or $8 each. This was for some main staples: Margarita & Mojitos Absolutely recommend going here. They weren't very busy and with how good the food is. They absolutely should be!

On a whim, I stopped at this restaurant for quick take-out, as I'd been reading great things about…read moreit on ChowDown Cincinnati. The atmosphere was airy, clean, and casual. The waitress was very helpful, and made a few suggestions and answered all my questions. And the food did not disappoint: it was authentic, well-executed and flavorful. I tried the chicharones, which consisted of generous chunks of pork along with charred fat that was a tasty chew. On the advice of the waitress I got the steak dish, and was not disappointed. It was cooked to a tender medium rare, and was perfectly seasoned. I also got the tostones con queso, and they became one of my favorites. All told, it was a feast of familiar flavors and new flavors to me -- all cooked and presented well.

patacones con todo followed by obleas and coffee…read more Amazing. The desmechado was great (I'm a machaca and ropa fiend and the seasoning of the beef was perfect). Served with fresh avocado and patacones (nicely prepared - not overly oily or cross flavors from frying) Friendly staff. Helpful with choices and recommendations I loved the experience here!!

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.

Great addition to Newport! Extensive menu featuring a mix of traditional and typical Mexican food…read more(burritos, tacos, fajitas) as well as some unique but more authentic offerings that we don't often see on other menus (Gorditas, sopes, flautas, and various fillings and toppings). Do not pass up the Platanos con Crema!!!Delicious. I enjoyed the Tostada with picadillo as well. We ordered the Gordita de Asada (I'm a little particular about the fat texture from meats and this one had some chewy pieces), the Sope de Chorizo, Tacos de Birria, and Flan for dessert (just okay). Service was friendly and we enjoyed our meal overall - will definitely be back to try more!

Super welcoming staff. The food was excellent, and in this economy, the prices were great. I had…read morethe lengua taco and juevos con chorizo. While not the star of the show, I was surprised at just how much flavor the rice and beans had. Everything was top-tier, hot, and delicious.

Ample parking in a busy strip center. Two doors from a BMV. Ambivalent front opening to a spacious,…read moreopen, comfortable interior. Our server was pleasant, helpful, and efficient. Any age would be welcome here. The food for me was mixed. Nothing bad or not fresh. The tortilla chips were thin and excellent. Not overly salty and strong enough to scoop goodly amounts of the tasty cheese dip. Sadly the cheese dip was barely above room temperature which was disappointing. The "bang bang shrimp" had no bang. They were alright as fried shrimp but no spice. The shrimp sauce was essentially mayonnaise. And again lukewarm at best. The two different sandwiches we had were both well stuffed. Among other things we tried both types of chorizo sausage they offered. Neither was what I expected. The French fries were very good. Another place that I'd have no problem going again, but, probably wouldn't choose again.

Let me tell y'all something…read more.. I've driven past this spot so many times knowing it was a Hispanic/Latin restaurant, but never actually stopped in because I didn't really understand the menu. Today, I finally gave it a shot--and I'm so glad I did. Everything we ordered was AMAZING. The food? Incredible. The atmosphere? Warm and welcoming. Our server was fast, funny, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Even the manager came out to check on us, which says a lot. This place is seriously a hidden gem. The prices are right in that perfect middle--not too high, not too low--and the portions? HUGE. Even the desserts don't play around. I would absolutely recommend this place again and again and again. If you've been thinking about trying something new but weren't sure... this is your sign.

Abuela's Kitchen is a foodie gem. The flavors and food…read moreprofiles have something for everyone, from foodie risk takers to down-home food lovers. Everyone should end their meal with a homemade Tres Leches cake. The nachos with chicken are a flavor bomb with authentic South American profiles that feel very familiar. The chicken tacos are by far my personal favorite. Do I need to suggest how amazing the empanadas are? Try them all. The location has nearby parking, Abuela's Kitchen is on DoorDash, and they have a great adult beverage menu that is DORA approved. Inside, there is a good selection of seating for all-sized parties. Food is cooked to order, so there is a slightly longer wait time than you'd have at a fast-casual restaurant.

The food was awful and over priced only giving one star cause the waitress was amazing.read more