21 Best Latin American Restaurants near Hamden

“Awesome empanadas and great food“

“Amazing food, friendly staff, and fun selection in the market too. As a Dominican myself, you won’t get any better food in the New Haven area. Only issue is that if you come once, you’ll be coming again. And again and again.“

“We ate here last night and the food and service were wonderful! What was even more wonderful was the customer service when I left my purse at the restaurant. I called later that night to see if it was there. They were so kind and kept my bag and made arrangements to get it to me this morning before they opened. Would definitely go back!“

“This is my first time trying Columbian food and I am hooked!!!!! The AL Pastor Columbian style Arepas is by far one of the most delicious things I have had in a long time. The cornbread base was sweet without being cloying and mixed with the pork and pineapple, OH MY GOD! My dish came with a side of some of the most flavorful rice I have ever had and it was topped with some sweet plantains. The serving is more than generous. I'm a big girl and I am easily getting 2 meals out of my order. The prices are very reasonable! Do yourself a favor and find this hidden gem while you are in town. You will not be disappointed!“

“Tried this place earlier today. My daughter bought me back a pulled chicken Arepa with Rice, Queso and the Garlic Crema. Wow it was so good definitely will be going myself.“

“The food was tasty and fairly priced. Lots of original recipes and overall lots of healthy options. I highly recommend getting takeout from here. You can dine in but most staff don’t speak English (Spanish only) which wasn’t my case. They had a soccer match playing on screen which was entertaining but a bit too loud“

“Drinks were good. Food was delicious. Great atmosphere.“

“I visited blue tortuga on a Monday evening for a friends birthday. The chicharrón with guacamole was great, the main dish was out of this world. The French toast dessert was amazing. The service was great, highly recommend.“

“Excellent food! Excellent service!“

“such a nice cozy restaurant. love going there for brunch in Sundays. everyone is so friendly“

“We had a delicious dinner and dining experience. We will definitely go back.“

“Just because the owners may appear Chinese that does not mean they did not immigrate from Puerto Rico. Many Chinese who lived in Cuba emigrated to Puerto Rico after Castro in 1959, and from PR they later came to the mainland US, especially the New York area. I've been coming here for years and I can tell you the food is authentic and excellent.“

“food excellent service excellent“

“a pues la verdad sus comidas son muy sabrosas y la atención es.muy buena son muy amables sigan así 👍👍“

“Great Food Very nice, The tacos and especially the Empanadas w the sauces Great!!“

“Great food. This is authentic Puertorican food I will definitely comeback.“

“Never fails to be a great meal!“

“I didn't go to the restaurant, I went to the food truck and lemme tell ya, I'll be returning. They don't skimp on the portions but the flavors? This food was cooked with love! I had 2 different rices, one with black beans, chicken, and the arepa was just too good. On the next really nice day, I intend to go back for more!!!!“

“We came in after a whole day sailing. When we asked what to get we were lucky to get the rotisserie chicken quarter combo hot and fresh. Delicious. My boyfriend got the pork chop quarter combo, also delicious. Even had Cornas! $36 well spent.“

“Authentic Dominican flavor
Please come check it out!
Yosenni provided a great service.

Plate recommended by me

Moro (rice)
Chicharrón ( fried pork belly 5 stars)
Plátano maduro ( sweet plantain)
Habichuelas ( beans)

Drink
Morir soñando ( orange juice, milk and ice 🤩)

Como visit New Heaven CT“