A brand new Puerto Rican bakery just opened in Bristol! They are open Monday-Saturday from 6am-6pm…read moreand Sunday 7am-3pm. Breakfast is served from 6am-11am, lunch starts at 11am. They are located on Riverside Ave (in the same parking lot as Riverside Restaurant). I ordered bacon, queso y huevo sandwiches, quesitos, flan (cheese), a vanilla cupcake and a donut. Everything was fresh and delicious! They serve a ton of sweets including cookies, corn bread, donuts, guava pastries, bread pudding, quesitos, pound cake, mayorca, flancocho, tembleque, tornillos and more! They serve hot beverages (El Bori cafe, cafe Colombiano, Chocolate con queso & tea) and cold beverages (coconut lemonade, natural juices: passion fruit, mango & guanabana). For lunch, they have different sandwiches, wings (bone-in and boneless. Flavors: bbq, honey bbq, honey hot, honey mustard, garlic Parmesan, mango habanero, buffalo & sweet chilli), frituras (alcapurrias, relleno de papa, empanadas, empanadillas, bacalaitos, tostones, chicharron, surullitos, carne frita con tostones & Bori papas). I'm excited to try so many things! They are so friendly and everything we've had so far has been yummy! They offer catering and custom order birthday cakes! They are available to order for delivery via DoorDash & UberEats. Definitely check them out!

First time visiting and was very satisfied. I ordered a Tripleta sandwich to go and ordered…read moreColombian empanadas . The empanadas were delicious!! I'm definitely going back for more. They make they fresh so you need to wait a few for them! The Grinder , I was told was very good as well and filling. It's spacious enough to wait indoors or sit if there are empty tables to eat. But, there aren't many tables. They have a shelf full of sweets and will make breakfast sandwiches, regular sandwiches and apps, smoothies and more.

I visited this place for the first time yesterday and had a great meal!! My friend and I shared the…read moretraditional Colombian platter and got a side of rice and beans as well. We had plenty of leftovers (which I'm looking forward to eating later today!) Great atmosphere and friendly staff. I can't have gluten so I was a little concerned before I came in, knowing that they had fried and bread items on the menu, which usually contain wheat flour. But they were very understanding and assured me they only use cornmeal (and I think they said some other items are made with cassava flour). I think my favorites were the sweet ripe fried plantains and arepas, but the whole meal was excellent. We talked to the owner, Claudia, for a while at the end of our meal, and it's very clear that she pours her heart into these dishes. I will absolutely be going back soon!

I tried this newly open gem today ! Right in Middletown serving Colombian cuisine. I was in the…read morearea, it was a dreary rainy day and decided to stop by to check it out and order to go.. No one was there dining at the time. Family owned and very sweet owners. They have specials written on their bored but online there's no pricing. They have breakfast, fresh smoothies, apps, main plates. I did notice they didn't have any desserts. I ordered beef and chicken empanadas, pan de Bono's and arepitas fritas. I also ordered a main dish called la Frijolada ( white rice, plantain, Colombian sausage, beans, chicharron) similar to La Bandeja Paisa. Only difference is it doesn't have an avocado and an egg as part of the dish. The empanada was very filled with meat, so flavorful! Very fresh! And la Frijolada, we truly enjoyed it!! I would definitely go back if I'm Near in the area again! Was very satisfied. And the restaurant itself is cute , clean and well decorated! Wishing them the best of luck!!

My husband and I have gotten takeout from Cevicheria Julius a few times, and it's been consistently…read moredelicious!! The dishes are fresh, flavorful, and visually appealing. The food is comparable with other high end Peruvian food I've had. The service is also quite friendly. I'm thrilled that Julius now has an English menu!! It's large and there are a number of things I want to try. They also have combo deals with 2 or 3 items that look good. It was nice to see that Julius was busy on a Saturday night. The prices are a bit high, but the quality of food is evident. I want to get the word out on this place and plan to go back again soon!

Huge portions of mediocre Peruvian food in a modest space…read more Servers are very friendly Menu is pretty comprehensive Complimentary corn puffs and some very spicy sauce

Overall, an amazing experience Loved the beautiful interior and decor, and the coffee was…read moreabsolutely delicious. We tried the hot latte, iced s'mores latte, tiramisu latte, and pistachio latte every one was so good and unique flavor profile. The croissant with eggs was perfect, and the chocolate cake was amazing too. I especially loved the flourless cake! Can't wait to come back and try more from the menu. My only disappointment is that they aren't open in the evenings. Otherwise, such a lovely spot.

My afternoon unexpectedly opened up, so my daughter and I decided on a daddy-daughter lunch at Ciao…read moreCafe. We shared the Hot Honey Vodka Chicken Grinder and a Sicilian Vodka slice. The standout for me was the vodka sauce. It had real depth of flavor and wasn't just cream and tomato. The Sicilian slice was balanced with a light, airy crust and creamy mozzarella. The grinder was very good. The chicken cutlet was perfectly cooked, the prosciutto added a nice salty layer, and the hot honey brought everything together. The roll was a little on the bready side, but it was a very good seeded roll, so I didn't mind it. The restaurant has a warm, inviting atmosphere with plenty of seating, nice décor, and a genuinely friendly staff. They also have an extensive dessert selection that looked fantastic. A very enjoyable lunch, and definitely a place I'll return to.

It's a little off our beaten path, but we were in the area and wanted lunch. We were very impressed…read moreby both the food and the prices. We'd had some similar vittles in a fancy New York restaurant, and the tab here was one tenth what we spent there. For my money, the food was just as good. Of course, the place in the city had a much different atmosphere and level of service, and if that's what you want then you expect to pay for it. At New England Pasta Company, you pay for the food. They get a lot of their stuff from local sources. My wife had the quiche of the day, and it was the first time in years that I'd tasted a real quiche, not those rubbery things that other places dish up. I had the pasta of the day, which was ricotta stuffed ravioli in an Alfredo sauce. It was fantastic. I saw other people eating sandwiches and salads. Everything looked delicious and generous. My beverage was watermelon limeade. It was very refreshing and not too sweet. For dessert, we had something called a ganache bar or something like that. Think of a slab of fudge with a graham cracker crust. It was very hard work finishing it, but I wasn't going to leave any behind. We took home a lasagna with meatballs and sausage. It was very good, as was the coconut wonder bar we pounded down on top of it. I'm not sure we'd drive there just for food, but if we're ever in the neighborhood we'll certain snag something to bring home. By the way, don't confuse this with Truffles, which is in the back. They are completely separate.

New England Pasta sells fresh cut pasta, ready to re-heat entrees, sides, soups, salads, etc. I was…read morein the area and picked up a few things to make at home over a few days. My favorite purchases were the fresh cut egg linguine and the Ritz-based stuffed cod. The fresh linguine cooks in a minute and the texture just hits different in the best possible way. The cod was nice and firm and the Ritz stuffing was crazy delicious. I also liked the Chicken Francaise. You can't really compare it to restaurant quality Francaise because it's specifically made to be re-heated and eaten later. With this in mind, I though that the small chicken pieces and lemon sauce were very solid. My other purchases included clam chowder and Tuna Mac Salad with peas. The Tuna Mac was pretty good. It wouldn't be in regular rotation for me, but I'd get it once in a while. The clam chowder was my least favorite, but I respect that New England Pasta seemed to go for something different. The texture was good and it had plenty of clams and potato. But it tasted like it had a little blue cheese flavor. I can't say for sure that they used blue cheese, but the chowder definitely had something different that gave it this vibe. For me, this flavor was a bit too assertive. I don't live near New England Pasta, but if I did, I would visit once in a while. Four Stars

This was my first time visiting Flor Do Mar at Parkville Market. They specialize in Paella and…read moreseafood. It doesn't seem like you should be able to execute paella this good in a Food Hall where people are expecting quick turnaround on their meals, but I thought my Valencia Paella was very good. Per the menu, it had shrimp, clams, octopus, squid, peas and seasoned rice. The clams and different sizes of shrimp were most visible. I especially loved all the baby sized shrimp. The seafood had good texture and everything was well seasoned. People who are hardcore paella purists may say, "yeah, but it didn't have the crispy rice parts that meet the pan (the socarrat)." I wouldn't expect that out of a Food Hall paella place, but if that's what you're looking for, you may need to find a nice sit down Spanish or Portuguese restaurant and wait a while for that to be cooked. 4.5 Stars.

Fresh food made to order with great customer service . What else can you ask for ?! Nice vibe and…read morevery affordable . If you're in the Hartford area this is a must try :) five stars from food to service !!

Great Ecuadorian food! We got Encebollado, empanadas, shrimp…read moreCeviche, chaulafan and pan de osso. Coffee is great too. Service is quick and always with a smile. The owner is very welcoming and helpful to decide between menu options. They have flags of many countries decorating the ceiling, pictures of Ecuador on the walls and great music playing every time we go.

I recently visited Las Delicias, a new Ecuadorian restaurant and bakery in Waterbury. The interior…read moredecor is both welcoming and cozy, featuring a soothing mint green color scheme and exposed brick accents, creating a delightful ambiance. As I entered, my attention was drawn to the enticing display of freshly baked goods, ranging from delectable muffins to various breads. The bakery section smelled amazing. The bakery section that's contain the breads is self-serve, where you select your bread,place them in a basket and then take them to the register. Beyond their bakery offerings, Las Delicias has a hot food section, offering a diverse array of lunch and dinner options (they also offer breakfast, but I visited after breakfast). On the other bakery side, there are cupcakes, cakes, and ice cream. The staff at Las Delicias were warm, friendly, and welcoming. I was delighted to discover that their menu could be easily accessed through the QR codes around the restaurant providing a convenient way to explore their menu. During my visit, I opted to satisfy my sweet tooth with their strawberry cake. The cake was yellow and reminiscent of sponge cake in texture with strawberry filling in the center. I couldn't resist trying their Guaguas sin relleno, a traditional bread specially decorated for the Day of the Dead.. Everything was was delicious and I look forward to visiting next time and trying their hot food and ice cream. The space use to be a bar and the bakery/restaurant still has a portion that still looks like a bar. The owners are still deciding how they will utilize that space.

Aroma is great for breakfast and lunch. This week we went for lunch and I had a Peter Rabbit. I…read moreused to get it all of the time on Wednesday evenings, so it was great to experience it again. The food is tasty and different without being fussy. I can get chicken and lots of vegetables and others can get red meat and cheese. The service is also always friendly, the food is served with a smile. To sum it it up- great food, great service and reasonable prices. It is a high point of the day whether I go for breakfast or lunch.

This is a very casual order-at-the-counter type of restaurant. They do have a few small tables…read moreinside. We sat outside. The area is very nice. I ordered a Peter Rabbit with a veggie patty. It was one of the best veggie burgers I've had in a long time. Even the roll was tasty. It was messy as hell but worth it. My husband had a chicken pesto sandwich. I asked him his rating, 1 - 5. He gave it a 5. Fantastic review from this picky eater. It was fairly pricey for a sandwich with no sides included. This being said, I'd like to go back for breakfast.