Gusticos Bistro

Beautiful cosy spot! With great Venezuelan/latin food and snacks

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tequeño Cheese Sticks

Five Stars from a Gringo Who Fell in Love with Venezuelan Comfort Food

This place isn’t just my wife’s favorite Venezuelan restaurant—it’s her comfort zone. Every time we walk in, it’s like someone opened a door to her childhood. The smells, the music, the way the staff greets her like she’s family—it’s beautiful to watch. And honestly, that alone would earn this place five stars.

But here’s the part that really matters to me: I’m not Venezuelan. I’m the cringo in the corner trying to pronounce “cachapa” without sounding like I’m ordering a Pokémon. And yet, they never make me feel out of place. The staff is kind, patient, and genuinely excited to share their culture. They walk you through the menu like they’re inviting you into their home kitchen.

I’ve learned to love the food, sure—but I’ve also learned to love how this place makes people feel. Whether you grew up eating arepas or you’re just curious and hungry, they make you feel welcome. And that’s rare.

So yeah, five stars. Not just for the food, but for the feeling.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tequeño Cheese Sticks, Custom Arepa

I recently discovered Gusticos Bistro and it was such a pleasant surprise! We tried the Venezuelan breakfast and the arepa pelúa—absolutely delicious and highly recommended. The attention was excellent; they truly made me feel at home, just like when I was a child.

The food, the flavors, and the cozy atmosphere are amazing. They also sell traditional Venezuelan sweets that instantly transport you back in time—such a beautiful touch! I loved that everything feels so natural and organic, especially the fresh juices.

To top it all off, they even make their own cheese, which we had the chance to try—excellent quality! Prices are also very reasonable.

100% recommended. We’ll definitely be back soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best Venezuelan bistro in Florida! We love their warm hospitality and the authentic flavors of Venezuela. It truly brings back the nostalgia of home.

Venezuelan cuisine is truly exceptional.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

Like eating a home cooked meal and being hosted by family. Very nice place, food and people!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place is Amazing, The Food was perfect, So Good I had the Pabellón Criollo Ufffff it was amazing, I highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for good authentic venezuelan food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What a cute little spot! The service is amazing, everyone is so friendly and attentive, the decor is precious, big covered patio with fans for the al fresco dining lovers, and the food is so hot I had to wait a few minutes for it to cool off! Their sauces are delicious!!! The orange hot sauce was amazing with my chicken empanadas. Plus they serve drinks in the most adorable little mason jars. It’s a great little place and definitely worth a visit! We made sure to order enough to bring some home for later also ☺️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love the place! Even if you're not from Venezuela, you will feel at home here! Muy amables todos!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Overpricing, poor service, and lack of respect for people over 70 years of age

We decided to go back to our roots, eat some venezuelan made food from SCRATCH. The owners were there and were really welcoming 🙏🏼
Food was awesome, cant complain. Maybe more nata but my preference.
Mandocas do have Anis so it has a really strong taste.
The spot has some nice things to buy from homeland.
Will be back!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Tequeño Cheese Sticks

Try venezuelan cheese, empanadas a hot coffee

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Authentic Venezuelan with plenty of dishes to take you back. Carlos, the owner, makes a delicious fresh white braided cheese -you have to try it! Also arepas, empanadas, cachapas, papelón con limón, fruit juices, Polar, tequeños... it's a trip back home!

The food is sooooo amazing and the services is top tier all the people are extremely helpful and soooo nice and very understanding even if you don’t speak Spanish :)

Always love coming here 10/10🥰🥰

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We came here for lunch on a Wednesday. The owner/server was very friendly and hospitable.
We had all kinds of dishes and drinks. I especially liked the empanadas and the desert trio.