Latin American Restaurants near Maywood

“We were driving back home to the city and decided to take a detour for dinner in order to avoid the traffic on the GW Bridge and came upon this little hidden gem of a restaurant.
I have to admit it didn’t look like much from the outside and my wife didn’t like the AC blowing directly on her but a table switch later and we were good to go! I had the Seco de Res and my wife had the Aji de Gallina and both dishes were very well portioned and tasty. I’m from Lima so I get to be a bit picky and this place certainly gets my seal of approval!

Kid-friendliness: My 5-year old daughter enjoyed her dinner!“

“love it !!! food was great and the service too“

“the rotisserie chicken is grestrice a peas nice my favorite spot 😋“

“Good food excellent service .Great job Juan Carlos“

“Went on a Saturday night and they had a guitarist which created such a great vibe. The drinks were amazing as well as the food. Had the ceviche and steak nachos which was perfect for two people. The staff and bartender were attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back.“

“la recomiendo 100% es un ambiente muy entrenado.“

“Oh the best oysters and sociedad latina parties!!“

“Like all Guayacans, we like to eat delicious food and plenty of it. This time I ordered delivery and I ordered to try the flag and it was a delight. I loved it. I recommend it. It comes quite a bit and it was all warm. It came out for 2 people and quite a bit as you can see in the image. Unfortunately it cost me about $30 with shipping but it's worth it ?congratulations ?“

“We had chiccharones and goat stew. My Dominican friend said it was the best chicchones she ever ate. Another friend said the goat stew was excellent. I really recommend this place for flavorful food. The owner is so nice and made sure everything was good for us.“

“Food is super fresh and the owner is so nice and you can tell he takes pride in his food. Never had baliada before Mi Sabor and definitely a fan!“

“my favorite is the prosecutor ! but everything is great ! very cool guys there !“

“Great food and drinks Great atmosphere. Professional staff.“

“An amazing place yo share with your loves one and have a good talk and share a delicious bottle of wine, food it’s amaze ! Really tasty and flavorful l, 10/10“

“Great place in queens. Colombian and Peruvian cuisine. Friendly staff. Our waitress Tobias was extremely attentive.“

“Great place, great environment and good vibes.😀“

“Great service good food 👍🥝“

“A Delightful Evening at María Mulata
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of dining at María Mulata, and it was an experience to remember. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by Ashley, whose exceptional service made us feel right at home. Her attentiveness and friendly demeanor truly set the tone for the evening.
We started with a bottle of wine, pleasantly surprised to find it cost less than what was listed on the menu—a delightful bonus! The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the rice, which was out of this world. Each bite was a burst of flavor, perfectly complementing our main dishes.
The ambiance of María Mulata is charming, with a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere that captures the essence of Colombia. The combination of delicious food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment made our dinner truly special. We can’t wait to return and relive this fantastic experience!“

“the staff :kelvin, haydee and wendy, the servers, the chef, the music, the food and drinks are beyond your imagination 👌 great music that relax your mind and soul...that place is CanaveNYC!! 100% Recommended, the atmosphere it's beyond AMAZING 👏, I highly recommend CanaveNYC.“

“We went on a Friday night. It was quiet. Seemed like mostly family dining. Definitely feels like a nice family owned, neighborhood restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious. We had the garlic shrimp appetizer and for our entrees we had the churrasco and fried pork chop. The chimichurri sauce that came with the steak was so good I could probably drink it! I thought the prices were reasonable for the portion sizes. Will definitely be back!“

“I enjoy tasting empanadas from all types of places. Empanada Mama is by far the best of any place I’ve ever tasted!! The portions were stunning, the food was full of flavor, the menu is large, and the dessert empanadas are just as amazing as the savory ones! Definitely some comfort food right here ❤️ Amazing delivery as well“

“The vibe is electric. Great drinks, food & staff. Fun place to watch the game. I'll be back.“

“Everything on the menu is delicious! The service is fast and staff is amazing. My children love their empanadas! It’s cozy, welcoming and relaxing ambiance…“

“Three different excellent entrees preceded by the freshest guacamole 🥑. Outstanding dinner and very professional service.“

“Such a great place with a beautiful atmosphere and great food. The owner Alberto makes you feel at home. We will definitely be back.“

“The overall experience was just okay. The food was good but the service could have been better. The lady was very disengaged and got our order wrong. The atmosphere was nice and I’m not going to knock the fact that it was a small space. They made good use of the space but I wish they had slightly larger tables for the size of plates that they bring out. The music was at a good volume since I could still carry conversations, which was nice.

I didn’t mind the wait for the food and again it was fine for the price point.

I would recommend and probably go again but for different reasons.“

“great pupusas delicious shakes“

“The $12 daily lunch special is a fantastic deal! According to my waiter they are under new management as of last week. I was in town, visiting from Morris County to see the nearby Labor Museum. I loved the rice, chicken, and plantain most, they were delicious. Please be cautious however because there is a 15% tip automatically applied, and they do offer a lot of extras like drinks and stuff to see if you're interested. Nevertheless I really enjoyed the place. I think would make a good first date type restaurant, or out with the family, and I felt comforrable eating alone at the bar. Although it was empty when I came on a Saturday afternoon.

Kid-friendliness: If I recall correctly, there was a kids' part of the menu.“

“The decor at this morsel of Costa Rican culture is aesthetically pleasing and if you’re in the area, this is one of the better Tico spots. We watched Costa Rica beat Paraguay in a Copa America game while eating pupusas, un Casado and Tacos Ticos and totally hit the spot. Especially since they served some salsa Lizano on the side.“

“Amazing! First time here, first time eating Ecuadorian food and everything got an A+. From the rice to the soup to the breading on seafood… was not expecting it to be that good. Service was also great, our server was thorough and patient when explaining every dish. Will definitely come back!“

“This was my first time at this place, and it was actually quite pleasant inside. The decor and ambiance were quite classy and clean. I made reservations beforehand but it wasn’t necessary as It was empty when we arrived, just as they had opened. I’m not sure if you need one later on at night. The music was okay, depending on your preference for genre. I had hoped for a wider variety of music, including merengue, salsa, bachata, dembow, reggaeton, hip-hop, and R&B, but it was mostly salsa, merengue, and bachata, which is fine if that’s your preference.

The food was delicious! We ordered from their brunch menu. I had the churrasco with eggs and asparagus, which was tasty. The mimosas were also delicious, and the server kept them coming. The unlimited brunch lasted exactly two hours. We stayed a bit longer and ordered a pitcher of coconut margarita, which was also great. The hookah was $40 initially and $25 for each refill. The hookah was also great! Not harsh and lasted a long time.

This is a good place if you’re hosting a private event and want the place to yourself.“

“This place is deceptively bigger than expected. Decorated nicely with a good amount of simplicity. For eight of us, we got the Peruvian combo and full Jalea platter. It definitely fed all of us with some left over. Unfortunately, the chicken was a bit dry and under seasoned and there wasn't any fish with the Jalea platter. Our server was a bit pushy on getting more pitchers of sangria and tried several times to clear the table while we were still eating (a friend may have snapped a little bit to the server that we're not done after the fourth attempt of clearing the table).“

“I absolutely love this place I work in the same building as the daughter of this restaurant and she is a bright and shining star of a person the mother and the cook of the restaurant is beautiful wonderful personality and makes great food I recommend this restaurant to anybody who's looking for a home feeling fresh food fulfilling and tasteful restaurant Gourmet Express is one of my favorite restaurants you guys are the best“

“buena atención y menú bariado“

“Tienen que visitar este gran y majestuoso restaurante lo bien que se come!!“

“Amazing place I’ve been eating there for 11 years!! Their staff is ever so kind to everyone. Food is affordable and delicious. The restaurant is in a good location near tons of apartments so it’s good to order food and good to go down there and dine!! 110% recommend food is fresh and cultural.kid friendly towards being treated and also with the food portions

Kid-friendliness: I’ve went there when I was really little not once have I ever gotten food I haven’t loved I used to go in there confident in what I wanted to get and the portions were just small enough for me to eat with barley and left overs“

“great service,just grest in venetal.👍“

“👍 perfect........................“

“The food is nothing short of exceptional, with ingredients that are remarkably fresh and flavors that truly stand out. Dining here is always a brilliant choice. The staff exudes positivity and warmth, consistently going above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience. Anna, in particular, is a standout—welcoming, attentive and helpful with explaining the menu and getting the right order. Highly highly recommend !!!“

“Muy buena la comida muy recomendado y las personas que trabajan son muy amables“

“I've been to Lula's latin cuisine on numerous occasions, the food is great, the service is friendly, always with a smile , very kind and they even catered my wedding that was a super Success . Thank you lulas..... See you again soon.

Michael “

“Great Ecuadorian traditional food. Staff is great. Love going here and will continue. Highly recommend z“

“A true authentic Dominican experience. This is the closest flavors to the food I grew up with, compared to what I've had at home and from visiting family in Dominican Republic. No gate-keeping! I want to make sure they get all the love and recognition they deserve. What incredible food, the options rotate daily, they don't have a menu. Not even sure if they have a phone, so just pop in and get your fix! The lady working the counter is incredibly sweet and you can tell cares for her patrons and the community.

Sin duda una de la mejores comida Dominicana en el alto Manhattan, y son bien amable.“

“excellent service very good place to share“

“La comida 🥘 es muy deliciosa“

“Had a wonderful evening with my aunt. The service, food and drinks was excellent.“

“Food and service is always fantastic! I would recommend an updated menu though, two fresh orange juices cost me 16.50 -- just for anyone with the craving :p“

“We truly enjoyed every drop. Gone in 60 seconds!! 😋“

“I called this morning at 6am to inquire how long it would take them to make 3 dozen empanadas, for a work event, they said ten mi utes! They saved my day. The empanadas were a hit at work! They were delicious! I bought chicken, beef and cheese! They’re affordable too! Gracias! 🙏🏽 I’ll be buying from here again.“

“This little gem of a restaurant serves some of the best Dominican food I have eaten in my entire life.

Marinated grilled steak, roast chicken, fried plantains, Mofongo, fried Yucca… Everything is delicious, the restaurant is a beautiful little gem box, and the owner is elegant and wonderful.

The prices are modest we loved everything.“

“Best tres leches in the world so soft & well made that you can really enjoy the flavors! The cake itself is Delicious I been a big fan of this tres leches for many years now & wouldn't change it for no other.“