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Villa Verde

4.4 (295 reviews)
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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Cuban sandwich with side of yucca
Anne S.

Of course I recommend Villa Verde! I am astonished that I have yet to leave a review here. Maybe I was subconsciously gatekeeping this restaurant in Greenville. I know everyone loves Villa Verde. He was from there, but I really don't think this place gets as much recognition as it deserves. It is definitely one of the better or not best restaurants of Greenville. The ambience is quaint and cozy. Service is quick and great. And most importantly, the food is absolutely to die for. Everything. The empanadas - which are a must order when you are there even if you're not hungry - the Cuban sandwich, the steak salad, the more authentic plate selections. I mean, you are just an absolute fool if you don't eat here at least once a week. You can go extremely heart healthy or you can totally much down on comfort food. My favorite is that everything seems like a mix of both. I just love it here so much. The outdoor seating is going to be especially amazing this spring, and don't forget to look at their specialty drinks.

Seafood Paella
Jennifer B.

Delicious food, will definitely go back. Loved they had an outside patio area. Service was great.

Chivo
Kennadi J.

This was a pleasant surprise. I order the chivo and queso frito and was not disappointed. It was very flavorful. Even though i ordered takeout, the servers were friendly and quick with assistance

Mofongo with Pernil, Rice & Beans
Dena F.

Villa Verde is a great place to dine in Greenville. I ordered the Mofongo with Pernil, Rice & Beans, as well as some Maduros. First time I've eaten Dominican food and I loved it. The Mofongo was very good and the Pernil was moist and tender with mild flavor, which I really liked. It also paired well with the rice and super tender and flavorful beans (+$3 for these, but worth it) The Maduros were cooked perfectly and had great flavor. We'll definitely be back for more. Dominican food is not spicy, so if you want spice, you may need to BYO.

Enjoying the outside patio
Jorge I.

So freaking good! Especially the sweet plantains! The service is great and the prices are just right! I almost wish they charged more for their food because the ingredients are such high quality! We tried the dominican sampler which was a great appetizer and the red snapper which was such a great deal for a whole fish! Their outside patio area was shaded and perfect for my dog, the only issue we ran into were flies, which was to be expected when eating outdoors! But other than that, great food, service, and experience!

Whole Snapper
Sydney Y.

Went here late after a game, we started with ceviche which was so fresh, I got the whole snapper which was phenomenal, my dad got the seafood paella which was also delicious and my mom got some stew with potatoes, plantains, and meat, that was so yummy and made great leftovers! The best part was my moms drink which was red on the top half and tallow on the bottom half and had a cinnamon stick on top (forget the name), it was one of the best drinks I have ever had! A little on the expensive side, but for fresh food that is expected. Will be back soon!

Snapper/Shrimp/Chorizo Rice
Sierra M.

The food was very tasty and fresh. The service was great. All of the team members were very kind and accommodating.

Trifungo with Pernil. Y'all I dream about this stuff.
Sherry H.

Two words: Trifungo with Pernil (okay, technically 3 words..lol). It is my new food addiction. It is the perfect dish, particularly when complimented by their flavorful homemade Dominican sauce (which I wish they would sell by the bottle). I also highly recommend the beef empanadas which are super tasty. The service is great too. Always prompt, courteous, and helpful...whether you are dining in or getting takeout. I've never gotten an order that was anything other than correctly executed and amazing. And that's high praise from me as I have a lot of dietary restrictions. I don't typically drink due to my food issues, but my friends say that you can anticipate a generous pour if you do partake. If you're over around ECU I definitely recommend their 10th Street location. The Arlington Blvd location near the hospital is great too, but is more like the Chipotle version with a scaled down, but equally tasty, menu and earlier hours, serving breakfast and lunch (Sadly, no Trifungo there...but the same pernil and some pretty awesome roasted chicken). There's a reason Villa Verde has been in Greenville for so long. Go find out what it is for yourself.

I travel to Greenville several times a year and I make a point to come here at least once a visit. I'm making my way through the whole menu and not had one bad meal. Everything is creative and delicious. The staff is also very friendly.

Red Snapper
Stacy M.

I really enjoyed the food and the service. The ambiance isn't the greatest but the food is top notch. I had the Red Snapper and my wife had the Shrimp Mufungo.

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Hector C.

First and foremost I would like to thank the server for making our drinks they were delicious but my wife said her drink didn't taste like liquor but sweet which is okay but for a $12 cocktail I would like a little more liquor. The place was empty, if the weather wasn't as cold today Id would of sat out outside, we order the Dominican nachos as appetizers, the cheese to meat ratio was way off. The nachos didn't felt fresh, the cheese was covering 90% of everything making it too cheesy and hard to eat, the veggies on it was good but there was little meat compared to the amount of cheese they put on there. For entrees I ordered the mofongo with churrasco and the mofongo was the base for the churrasco to lay on top so it was a thick base which wasn't cooked all the way through sadly, the churrasco was good just needed a bit more seasoning the rice and beans was solid, my wife ordered the ropa vieja and she felt like it could've used more seasoning but she said her rice was good too just need a generous amount of seasoning for both dishes Overall a 7/10 or 3.4 Stars. FYI the menus were filthy when we were handed to us and that was disturbing.

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Good Dominican food for Greenville. The owners are friendly and helpful. The Cuban Sandwich is one of the best in town.

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Thank you so much for the great support

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Thanks friend it's always great to see you!!!

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Visiting from Philly. Was not expecting much out of Greenville. Excellent and the best restaurant we went to on our 4day visit.

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Great food, nice vibe, friendly service. Had a skirt steak - very pleased with it. Thumbs up!

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Fantastic fresh authentic cuisine that never disappoints. The owners are great folks!

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Punta Cana Restaurant & Bar - Drink Sampler

Punta Cana Restaurant & Bar

4.1(12 reviews)
35.3 mi

Went to Punta Cana's due to a recommendation. We were the only ones there to dine inside. There was…read moresomeone leaving with a pick-up order. It was the Friday after Thanksgiving. The waitress was friendly and let us sit wherever we wanted. It was bright and colorful inside. Beautiful DR inspired art covered the walls in the form of a mural and there was a small bar with a TV. They were out of quite a few items like the Oxtail and only had Tilapia fish despite having red snapper on the menu. Not sure if they sold out earlier in the day or hadn't restocked the restaurant. We started with drinks. 2 of us ordered the Sangria and another one ordered the Grenadine Margarita. The drinks are the reason they're only getting 4 stars. We all agreed that we didn't think there was any alcohol in them. The Sangria clearly had concord grape juice in it (very distinct taste). The friend who recommended the restaurant stated that it was different that the last time she was there and that the last time was not during a happy hour. I would rather get a quality product at full price instead of a discounted mediocre one for half price. For food, we started with beef empanadas and shared one chicken and cheese. They were hot and fresh wkth well seasoned meat and flakey crust. For my entree I ordered the Pernil Mangu. The Mangu was garlicky just like I like it. Ithey made it fresh because we could hear them pounding it. We all got different variations of the Mangu and it was all served in the same sauce. It was ok. It was a bit waterybut fulfilled it's purpose of preventing the dish from being dry. The Pernil was super flavorful. I do wish I could have gotten some pieces of crispy skin in it. My frinds got the shrimp and the chicharron. They were both good. The Chicharronwas perfectly seasoned and crispy!! Overall a good meal with plenty of leftovers. I definitely recommend.

We were on our way to another store and the smell caught our attention. We decided to duck into the…read morebuilding to see what was going on. We went entered it was clean, smelled really good, and surprisingly no other customers in the restaurant. The owner/manager told us we just missed the crowd (I actually checked on IG and there was a large crowd before - but had left right before we arrived). At first, we were just going to check out the menu. However, the staff started talking to us and showing some of the different entrees they had for the evening. We decided why not? So, we were instructed to sit down and they would come over. Once we made ourselves comfortable, the staff starting bring out samples of various drinks/juices that they offered for us to try. Very sweet gesture and the Soursop was amazing! We reviewed the menu with the owner/manager and decided on our entrees. While awaiting, chips and salsa was brought out for us to enjoy. The salsa was good, the chips didn't taste homemade, and the ketchup/mayo I could go without. Overall a good little snack while you wait (the salsa and chips). It didn't take long for us to be brought our meal. Everything was hot and fresh. Now, if you are looking for steakhouse tender steak, this ain't it. You need not even come with that mindset - this is like having a meal with your family. The potato salad, the potato.salad. my my my lol that's all I have for it! Just know, you are here to enjoy the local flavors of a different culture in Wilson. They nailed taking you to their native land via the food, the service, and the music. If loud music bothers you - you might want to take that into consideration. It doesn't bother me, but I know for some it might not do well for their dining experience.

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Latin Roots Bar and Grill - Plantain 'nachos' with peril pork, avocado, pepper

Latin Roots Bar and Grill

4.0(27 reviews)
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OMG the food was delicious and the service even better. Trinity was on point and knowledgeable of…read morethe menu. Ready with a suggestion and a beautiful smile that was very genuine. I struggled with pronunciation, but she patiently walked us thru. The food was perfectly seasoned and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was clean, pleasant and comfortable. I've already chosen my dish for the next visit.

Gosh I really wanted to love this place. I'm genuinely happy to see the cuisine they're bringing to…read morethe community, along with the events they're hosting and the sense of togetherness they're fostering in the area. The standalone building is nice, the location is convenient (albeit hidden), and there's plenty of parking spots. Inside and outside, there's lots of space, including a lovely outdoor deck and large dining area. The atmosphere is beautiful (Instagrammable! ) and spacious, and I could see this being a great spot for an intimate date or a larger group. There's also a great variety of food and drink options. That said, the food was pretty mid for me. The beef empanadas with the three sauces were delicious & definitely something I would order again. Unfortunately, the mofongo with skirt steak was a major disappointment. The mofongo/trifongo itself was good, but the skirt steak was overcooked, extremely rubbery, and lacked any real sauce or marinade. It honestly tasted almost microwaved. I couldn't even bring myself to take the leftovers home for my dog. What made that even more disappointing was the price. Two entrées and one $8 order of beef empanadas came out to almost $90, and we were only drinking water. Our waitress was kind, attentive, and provided good service, so I don't fault her at all. But paying nearly $90 for a meal where I barely ate the vegetables or protein left me feeling like I paid $90 for water and smashed plantains. I don't normally leave a less-than-stellar review after just one visit, especially when I really want to support a local business. However, I've also heard similar experiences from other people I know, where something about their meal was off-putting for one reason or another. I'll definitely come back for drinks, appetizers, the outdoor space, and community events, because I really do want to support what they're building here in Greenville. I just probably won't be ordering an entrée again unless I hear that the food has improved. But There's a lot to like about this place & I hope others give it an honest chance. ! I just wish the food had matched the atmosphere and the vision for me.

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Casa Cubana - Bar

Casa Cubana

3.5(227 reviews)
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We decided to give this a try on a Saturday night, the location is unassuming and it's clear that…read moreit's a converted fast food spot as some of the infrastructure still remains. (I think they are trying to get a drive through going?). As we walked to the front door the live music was blaring outside and it was a great night for it..it was a little early so it wasn't too crowded yet but people were enjoying the party. Once inside it was much more quiet, we were actually shocked at how well insulated it was from the music, which is great for those that was a little more cozy experience. We were greeted right away by a very friendly man in a great hat! We had our pick of tables and I would describe the decor as a casual vibe. I'm assuming as the name suggests, it's supposed to feel like you are at someone's home for a party. They had a good bunch of people working and everyone was really nice but they also were clearly family and had some kids running around and just basically enjoying themselves, I really enjoyed the atmosphere. The menu was great, loads of options. The drink selection was also good, classic Cuban favorites and others. I chose the coconut mojito and it was fresh made and SO good. For an appetizer we had the guacamole and tostones which were really good, and fresh. For dinner I had the arroz con pollo, which was seasoned really well, the rice was a little under for me but still really good. My husband had the ceviche which he said was the best he's ever had and could have had three more bowls. Overall, great spot. We might come back for the music and drinks on another warm night. They also have a good looking breakfast menu!

Unfortunately our last visit to Casa Cubana was not great. Service was slow, it took over an hour…read moreto get our food and when we did get it, it was disappointing. My friends asked for steak sandwiches and they had more bread than steak. The steak was so small they could barely taste it. My friend and I asked for palomilla steak and got a churrasco cut. Staff was somewhat friendly.

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