18 Best Latin American Restaurants near Fairfield

“If you’re at all like us, we haven’t been able to successfully go out for Latin food with our kids without them sitting there eating chips and guacamole. If you’re not like us- please share your secrets. Anyway- you need to try Latina Cantina! We’ve driven by so many times, but FINALY tried it! You can enjoy insanely delicious Latin Food while your kids have Churro French Toast or even Chicken Fingers and Fries. Also, they said they its quieter in the afternoon be 12-6, a good time to host groups, events with no additional event space charge. We comfortably sat ~18. 10 or so were kids. Also- its place is so kid friendly in the afternoon. Anyway- great food, wonderful owner, casual but cozy ambiance and so I say the food was 🔥. Definitely recommend trying!“

“While visiting Bridgeport, Connecticut, I stumbled upon a small but impressive spot—Banderas Latin Fusion. From the moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the owner, who also happens to be the chef.

The menu was full of tempting options, making it hard to choose just one. What stood out immediately was the care and precision the chef put into every dish. He prepared and plated each entrée meticulously, holding all three plates behind the counter until they were perfectly finished. Only then did he bring them to the table, showing clear pride in his craft.

The food was absolutely delicious—flavorful without being overwhelmed by too much sazón or adobo, which can sometimes be the case at other Puerto Rican spots. The balance of flavors was just right.

Overall, it was a memorable visit. The food, service, and dedication made it worth the stop, and I’ll definitely be returning the next time I’m in the area.“

“Can't say enough good things about this hidden gem. 45 mins away from home and I will go there again for sure! The mojitos were a complex drink that was freshly made and the food - from the arepas to the pernil with the crispy skin - was delicious. Can't wait to go back and try something else.“

“This has very quickly become one of my favorite places to eat. I loved it so much I had to bring my family and bought extra for friends to try, up to yesterday they’ve called me to ask what to order.

The atmosphere is open and warm, and the customer service is excellent! I truly love this place and plan to frequent it often. Thank you to the amazing staff for making us feel so welcomed when we came by.“

“Fantastic food!!!“

“Listen if you go here every day you will spend a lot of money because you want to buy everything. The food is the best I have tasted since I been in CT. I am from NY so I know good food. I tell everyone about this place. It deserves more than 5 stars. You will not regret it the food is fresh and delicious everyday!!!! The staff is the kindest people ever!!!“

“Food tastes great each time.“

“This is the only place I order food from. I’m glad I found it.“

“What a pleasant surprise. I have always wondered how this restaurant is. I had the pleasure of trying it out during an putting and stopped by today. I ordered carne frita - made to order! And some cuchi frito yuuuummy!
They have delivery options too. Looking forward to trying out more from the menu!!“

“This restaurant offers both Italian and Mexican dishes. The owner and staff are super friendly. The food is really good. They have delicious sauces that complement their tacos.
The location is super convenient, right off the highway. The have birria ramen, pizza ramen and other creative and innovative dishes worth trying. Stop by as soon as you can so you can see for yourself! Oh and don’t forget to tell them, Keisha sent you, Darling!“

“My lunch amigas ordered vegetarian option for empanada and Ecuadorean version of tamales. And banana plantain stuffed with crumbled cheese. Next time, we will make room for dessert and will continue this review for sure! I highly recommended this restaurant.“

“The food is phenomenal and creative. The service impeccable. Our favorite place for dining out.“

“Omg!!! Absolutely wonderful!!! I was so nervous because 1- I’m not from Connecticut so I had no idea where to cater from and 2- I’ve never catered before (I always do my own cooking), I was not disappointed!!! Everyone raved how good everything was. Yezzy was wonderful to work with and delivery was exceptional😄Everything was beyond my expectations!“

“The food and coquito is excellent ❤️🇵🇷🔥“

“Recently stopped in for cocktails after a weekend event at the Westport Library, conveniently across the street. We did not eat, but the staff was very friendly, attentive, and thoughtful. Carlos, our bartender, made great recommendations that were spot on, and he even brought us a specialty cocktail to try on the house. Chef Renato was also very engaging and generous, he offered us a tasty bite simply for the joy of hospitality. The wood-fired Neapolitan style pizza looked delicious, definitely want to try it next time!“