47 Best Latin American Restaurants in Charlotte

“Tyler took care of us. My Celiac situation was handled with attention. The food came out fast and hot, and my husband and granddaughter loved the Keylime pie. Very much recommended and we will certainly go back.“

“Great service and food, 10/10“

“I had a great experience. Justin was very helpful with the menu and even told me about the 99 cents kids meal on Wednesdays. Me and my daughter really enjoyed our food. The quesadilla for her was yummy and my bowl was full of flavor and fulfilling. The location is great to sit outside and enjoy the ambience.“

“amazing experience food amazing and the service exceptional!!“

“Food is always great service is on point“

“The food is very good tasty and delicious 🤤 also the people are very friendly and professional 🙏“

“Delicious food. Recommend the chorizo quesadilla“

“Came in to sit down and eat for the first time with my girlfriend and her grandchildren. Food was authentic and very delicious. What impressed me most was that we didn't have to wait long after ordering getting our drinks and food was ready fast.“

“Food is bustin’ the staff is friendly and helpful“

“Great food, great price, friendly service!“

“Veníamos de visita de Florida y nos lo recomendó nuestro amigo Santiago Alberto el DJ …demasiado rico y la atención excelente %100“

“Excelente lugar , muy buena atención y no digamos la comida ufff una delicia se los recomiendo 👌 😉 👍🏾“

“Owner is super chill. I like the shrimp tacos“

“Wow Papi Rico has many delicious plates but the standout is without question their tacos trompo al pastor. The pork is perfectly marinated, tender, and carved fresh with just the right balance of smoky and sweet flavors. Each bite is layered with authenticity—from the juicy meat to the subtle char and the bright pop of pineapple that brings it all together.
The tortillas are warm and fresh, the toppings are simple yet flavorful, and everything tastes thoughtfully prepared. On top of that, the service truly elevates the experience—Regina and Natalia were attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcomed.
If you are looking for some of the best al pastor tacos around, Papi Rico absolutely delivers and is well worth the visit.
Great exceptional service from Regina and Natalia, thank you ladies!“

“My husband and I went for the first time this week. We had a great experience. The food was delicious and the service was fast and the staff was friendly. We will definitely be back!“

“The restaurant has an Ecuadorian menu. All the food is homemade and served in good portions. When I walked in, I was greeted with smiles and a nice welcome. This happens a lot when I go to South American restaurants. My server made certain that I had everything to make my dining experience great. No hurry at this place. I am sitting here and typing my review, undisturbed.

I hope this is not my only time to dine here.“

“It was amazing experience in total. Our waitress/bar tender Estela was amazing, she knew her drinks and carter to our wants in our drinks, she describe in detail everything on menu and what best to eat & how long everything took to cook, since some food items are cooked to your order needs, some are cooks that very morning! She was extremely friendly & social & super helpful with everything. We will definitely be coming back to see her..“

“Wonderful food and experience“

“The best Peruvian food in Charlotte NC I enjoy everything there in fact is my favorite place now , you must try it and you will love it !!“

“most definitely a great place for authentic central American cuisine. the offer dishes different countries but are all super delicious I personally live the lengua tacos or the mixtas I've also had their liver plate which is amazing and their Chile relleno is just amazing. beautiful ladies in front house as much as in the back and just great overall service. and last but not least super economical pricees“

“un servicio incomparable“

“We went today for the first time I will say best experience ever very friendly service and the food was delicious I highly recommend it I will give you guys ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐excellent very satisfyingly ☺☺“

“Great fish tacos and the carryout margaritas were awesome and very reasonable priced“

“Went to La Caseta for lunch pretty good food definitely going back tomorrow“

“I'm going to give them 5 Stars but in reality I give them 3. I don't want their score on Google to go down... but if I want to leave them a message with the best intentions, whenever I call to order it's not on time, when I enter the restaurant it seems that They are notified that I have already arrived for my order and until then they begin to do it, the pick-up time that they tell me on the phone is the same as what I do when I arrive and I sit down to wait. Delicious pupusas, tamales... the pastries... super clean and super friendly. I like to go to their restaurant a lot.“

“Omar was an absolutely outstanding server during our visit to the restaurant. From the moment we sat down, he was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. He knew the menu well, offered great recommendations, and made sure our drinks, chips, and meals were always taken care of. Despite the restaurant being busy, Omar remained professional, positive, and efficient, checking in regularly without ever being intrusive. His exceptional customer service, warm personality, and attention to detail truly enhanced our dining experience and made our meal even more enjoyable. We will definitely be asking for Omar the next time we visit!“

“Food was awesome!! Will definitely be back…maybe tomorrow!! 😂“

“This is one of those places where you know the food is going to be bomb. They usually have two individuals working the grill and taking orders. I have not had their tacos, but the burrito I had was delicious. Its a super convenient location (inside gas station), so you can fill up your gas tank, and have a wide variety of drinks to choose from.

I noticed they do not have their full menu online, so I snapped some shots of their current menu to share with all of society!

TL;DR Great place to fill up your gas tank and stomach!“

“Veníamos de visita de Florida y nos lo recomendó nuestro amigo Santiago Alberto el DJ …demasiado rico y la atención excelente %100“

“Pollo con tajadas único en sabor“

“Very nice place, and good service“

“The owners of this place is freaking awesome I love them!! Really good people and their TACOS!!!!! THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!“

“The food truck is located in the N. Charlotte Lowe's parking lot. 1100 Chancellor Park Dr 28213.The food is authentic and off the charts with a subtle intertwining of awesome deliciousness.You can not go wrong with anything that you order. Every single order is prepared fresh, right in front of you.The house sauces are all scratchmade, and Chef Rey is phenomenal behind that grill and a fantastic person as well. Both outgoing and gregarious.My personal favorite is the Cubano tortas. And it's served with some very nicely done French fries.So, if you're in the area, or even if you're not, take a drive, and give your taste buds a treat.If you took the time to read this review, please take a 1/2 second and click like. Thank you.“

“Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant“

“If you’re looking for authentic Salvadoran food in Charlotte, El Pulgarcito De America on Central Ave is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming—simple, cozy, and focused on what really matters: great food and friendly service. It’s flavorful, affordable, and consistently satisfying.

The menu is packed with traditional favorites, but the standout dishes are definitely the pupusas—thick, handmade, and loaded with flavor. Whether you go for pork and cheese or try a combination plate with tamales and empanadas, everything is made fresh and comes in generous portions. The flan is also a must-try—rich, creamy, and the perfect way to end your meal.

The service is known for being kind and attentive, making you feel right at home whether it’s your first visit or your tenth.

Overall, El Pulgarcito De America is one of those places that might look modest from the outside but delivers big on taste and authenticity. Definitely worth checking out if you’re in the Central Ave area.“

“Let me tell you about the best server ever.
I lost my phone in Charlotte and and Uber driver that didn’t speak English found it walking down the road. Since he only spoke Spanish I went to the bar and Nohemi not only talked to him she negotiated the return of my phone. NOT ONLY THAT. She came out side in the 22 degree weather to help me translate with the guy!
If you come here ask for her, take care of her ,
My faith in humanity is restored!!!!
Thank you Nohemi!!!“

“This is my 4th time here and I always get the same thing because of the best steak juicy pieces. Great service friendly staff. I have always had a to go. I highly recommend this place. The steak I have is called “Botana De Carne asada onpollo steak” and this time am also trying their mushroom chicken based on their recommendation.“

“Highly recommended!! Muy buen servicio. La dueña muy servicial! Gracias!!“

“As soon I walked in, it conquered my nose. As soon I looked at food varieties, it conquered my eyes. As soon I took my first bite, it conquered my taste spot. Absolutely delicious. It feels like a family feast. The attendants were amazing and friendly. I recommend the experience, and I'm definitely coming back here.🥰🥰👌👌👌👍👍👍“

“Been eating since 2015 at least, first time Employe told me if you don’t speak Spanish don’t come back.. this is not English restaurant! should be addressed. We eat there all the time but this will not cut it“

“good food and good price“

“The food was so good!! The people who worked here were fabulous! We’ll be back!“

“It’s so delicious! Try anything and you won’t be disappointed!“

“Haven’t even made it home yet and needed to send a review. The team here really were over the top amazing! Attentive, friendly, welcoming, amazing food 12/10. Highly recommend booking the VIP section! Such an amazing bday celebration. Thank you Kelly and our awesome waitress and chef :) -Princess Kate“

“As it was my first time going, I wasn't sure what to expect. It's a fried chicken establishment much like KFC and Bojangles. The difference is that the chicken is, IMO, better than the competition. Better (lightly) seasoned, and not overly greasy. As a side dish, I tried the plantains which I never had before. Not bad! And I guess that because I never tried them, I was unprepared for the flavor and texture. I, personally would like for them to open a location in Monroe, NC.“