50 Best Latin American Restaurants near Westwood

“Excellent food! We ordered the Beef en Pipían and it was fantastic! The sauce was so good, now I can't wait to try the Chicken en Pipían. The maduros, pupusas, and carnitas were also really good. We will definitely be ordering again.“

“Very good place, excellent food, treatment. From the waitresses Ask for Yelissa. An incredible deal, I felt at home!!!!!The best burger. From NJ when you go I recommend ordering some empanadas as a starter called the 3 hits are the Maximum and an oatmeal juice with orange wow. DeliciousThe chimi and the mofongo are the end“

“A different venture from your regular Dykman experience. It is an intimate, sophisticated culinary experience inspired by owner Felix Abarca's birthplace Ecuador. Fusing rich flavors found in Ecuadorian cuisine with its food and beverage program they offer an experience in the shape of a glass or plate.Staff is always inviting and on point. Place is always immaculate and organized. Live music on the weekends by local artist or even the bartender "extrangero music" is always of great taste and not too loud.Pop-up and collaborations with chefs or bartenders happen regularly.The amazing wine list is unique and curated by a great connoisseur and wine enthusiast, the owner Felix.The coziness of this place is what makes it even more special.“

“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.“

“First time on this place,we were celebrating my friend's Birthday, the food was super Delicious,( ordered a churrasco medium well and a lychee Martini) we all ordered different things and were agree with the Great taste of it. The attention was 5 stars.Is not a big place but we were comfortable everything was clean and I was in love with the decoration. Definitely I will go again with my Family.The only problem is the parking on the area,so I recommend go by Cab.“

“As a Peruvian I have been to a fair share of Peruvian restaurants and also recently to Peru as well but I have to say this place takes the crown for best chicken. The food is incredible and you can tell that everything is made in house. I absolutely loved the food as well as the experience and would personally like to thank the owners for making my friend and I feel at home. I will definitely be coming back with my family. Thank you!!!!!!!“

“We had a holiday dinner event..I decided to cater food from Los Amigos due to their reviews...how close it was from work.The food was Dedelicious... we all loved and enjoyed the rice... the chicken..wings... Empandas, everything was just delicious!I place we look forward to going on our lunch break now as well!!Thank you for such delicious food!“

“We went there yesterday to celebrate my friends birthday and wow what an amazing experience! The food was great I had chicharron Monfongo. The staff came with tamboras y guira to sing HB. Then we went to the club site.Our waiter Ray was absolutely the best, always checking on us and making sure we had everything we needed. Definitely ask for Ray when you visit Bonfire.“

“Loved it here! Came around 10ish so it wasn’t super busy. Service was great! Super nice and helpful. I have the chilaquiles verdes with steak and they were delicious! I just wish they were a little spicier. The passion fruit lemonade was great too! Would come back“

“I just returned from Costa Rica! Three days later I ran to Tucanes for Costa Rican food! They do not disappoint! Delicious, fresh, authentic and beautifully presented is exactly how to describe my meal! In addition to scrumptious food, TucanesHas a lovely, pristine atmosphere with excellent service. Restrooms are immaculate! I love this place. I went back a week later for another wonderful experience! I am now a regular!“

“One of my favorite places in NYC.Food, Service and Ambience are always amazing here.Live music from local artist Thursday to Sunday.The secret to the success of this establishment is the staff. They are hard working, attentive, and always make you feel welcomed, like family. Bartenders usually know what you are drinking when you come back the 3rd time and are always quick to serve, even when there is no space at the bar. In the kitchen is the matriarch, Mama Henry, the Owners mother. She makes every sauces, flan, beans, and many more items from scratch.Happy Hours are from open to 7:00PM on weekdays, their sangria, margaritas are strong and on point and come in many fresh fruit flavors.Some must haves on the tapas are the empanadas, mofonguitos, pulpo, tostones and chorizo, bacon wrapped dates, canastitas de bacalao, for mains the churrasco, paella and salmon are amazing.I used to bartend here for 6 years and I never once was tired of the food, this place is like family to me.Truly a neighborhood gem.“

“After a day of thrifting, I looked up best restaurants near my location, and stumbled upon this incredible restaurant. It’s no frills, but truly incredible food and service. The staff were so kind and ensured we had everything we needed. My table ordered theceviche, lomo saltado, and some sausage and potato appetizers.Great price point, and a little gem in Paterson. Support this women owned business !! Can’t wait to head back“

“Finally…authentic, delicious Dominican food that I don’t have to go into NYC to order. My gathering was such a hit , catering was the best! The pictures won’t do this place justice. It’s the taste of a hole in the wall I missed so much. From their chicharron (fried pork rinds), to classic mangu (mashed plantains) with cheese, eggs + sausage. I’m drooling just looking through my food pictures from them. This review is long overdue. Trey it for yourself you won’t regret it!! Did I mention how friendly they all are? The service was great too!“

“We came on a Saturday for a college reunion. They had a live performer who kept a great ambiance. I tried one Spice Mango Daiquiri and ended up having three as it was so refreshing and flavorful. Definitely coming back. Recommended for groupsWheelchair accessibility: It’s on the first floor. Has a ramp by the entrance.“

“They are really excellent, the food is very good, the service is very excellent, a very good place to go to eat, it is quiet and it is very cheap. The only problem is that they do not prepare any type of cocktail, no alcohol, perhaps that is why not many people go, but apart from that That's why the service is first class....“

“Came across this place on IG from a reviewer and decided to head there and give it a try and I was very pleasantly surprised!!!! The food was absolutely amazing and well worth the trip from Brooklyn.. I am and will definitely be back here for the tacos, empanadas and fried pork. Wish they had rice and beans on the menu..“

“I came here on a random late Saturday night with a friend looking for a spot to get a drink and maybe have some luck in finding a place still open to serve some appetizers. It was to our surprise that the kitchen was fully open after 10pm! My friend ordered the Salmon and I got the Ceasar salad which was very delicious, however, I regretted not ordering the mofongo. People that ordered around me had me craving it! The DJ was really good too; played old school music and currents ones. All the servers provided great customer service. What I liked the most was the crowd- it was almost empty and everyone was just living their best life dancing on their chairs and playing games. If you’re young and single looking for a place to meet people; I doubt this is the place. Everyone was in their late 30s and older hanging out after the brunch crowd went on their merry way. I will be going back again with more friends to enjoy good food, good drinks, and good company.Wheelchair accessibility: Ground floor and plenty of space“

“This is definitely worth it if you want to get your moneys worth for a brunch the food was not that bad very limited options, but the Caesar wrap that I got was pretty good with the fries.There is only one bathroom, so make sure that when you feel like you gotta pee already start a line. They constantly come around refilling your glasses, which is great. They have many options of sangrias and mimosas available. They were pretty tasty.The hookah was pretty affordable. I think it was $25 for a refill and $40 to get one. Make sure you get one before 4 o’clock because they kick you out by five and you can’t finish it but the hook was pretty smooth.Will be coming here again the music was great definitely a lot on repeat but it was great !! :)“

“I dropped by this little gem after hearing about it and I’m so glad I did. I was able to get a half tray of chicharron de pollo for $65 and it was so delicious and they filled the tray to the brim. Perfect spot for Dominican take out or catering. Very easy to miss so drive slow, and they have parking!“

“Cuz I found out this place is this to the when I started seeing this place I started buying from it since 2000 I've been buying my Cuban sandwiches my rice and beans and my assorted foods and it's great it's never changes the people are nice excellent for our neighborhood we have something good every neighborhood got his own restaurants 188 has one and I appreciate it keep on doing good work“

“As always, I’ll rate each category individually because people have different priorities.Atmosphere- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The decor is beautiful, nice and modern style. Music is played a bit loud for my personal liking but this is considered a positive to some.Food- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everything I and my party ate was full of flavor, no complaints. I had the jumbo shrimp al ajillo, I also tried fried calamari, bacalao spread, and dulce de leche from members of my party. In regards to drinks, my ONLY criticism is that the bar does not have soda on tap, it’s canned. This may seem like no big deal to some but it’s a personal pet peeve of mine. I did not have any alcoholic drinks, however the members of my party were pleased with theirs.Service- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The staff is very attentive, professional, and quick on their feet.Speed- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ No complaints, the time it took for our food to arrive was satisfactory in the context of it being a larger party and on a busy Saturday night.Price- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Some of the entrees are a bit overpriced in the context of their portion size. For example, the $32 jumbo shrimp al ajillo being 5 shrimps with the tostones making up more than half of the dish seemed excessive. This was also the case of the burger (which was rather small, the fries making up the majority of the meal) as well as the ropa vieja.Overall a nice place for a date or family outing.“

“I really enjoyed the flavor of the chicken both the fried and grilled . Mostly the grilled. It was the best grilled chicken I have ever had. Although the cashiers don’t speak Spanglish a supervisor came out and helped answer any questions I had then he actually bagged my order. I noticed this is a very busy restaurant which means the food is moving so it’s fresh. I will return when in the area. I place it above KFC Popeyes Crown Texas and Kennedy’s“

“Very glad we gave this place a try. My husband's family is from Ecuador so we know the food and this place is doing it well. Everything we ordered was perfectly cooked and flavored. Very authentic. The ladies serving were great and very attentive. I will definitely be back when I want authentic Ecuadorian food and don't want to cook it myself. Only tip they don't serve alcohol (don't know why...a nice beer with this food would be amazing) and bring cash they do not take credit cards.“

“We came for the Mofongo and got surprised by the Yuca appetizer, it tasted amazingThe mofongo was very flavorful too!One of the best Dominican spots, recommend to check it out. The food tastes like it belongs at a very upscale restaurant in Manhattan.“

“Moras Take Out is a culinary gem! From the Tequenos to the Grilled Chicken Sandwich, each dish is a flavor-packed delight. The attention to detail and commitment to authenticity shine through in every bite. The diverse menu, including Quesadillas and Vaca Frita, caters to various tastes. The Kids Menu is a thoughtful touch. With impeccable service and a charming atmosphere, Moras Take Out earns a solid 5 stars. A must-visit for a genuine taste. I’m really happy the location it’s in very close to me. Family owed which gives it that home cook meal feel.“

“Celebrated my 32nd birthday with my home girls and the wait is insane if you're not there all together to be seated so make sure your RSVPs are there when you arrive and you have to arrive on time cause waiting for a table is crazy ...the food was bomb like wow the music and the atmosphere was really good the service was a bit off we would ask for something and get it 20 to 30 min laterParking: If you don't get there 2hrs before your event parking is impossible.Kid-friendliness: Kids were in here to my surprise but only for the birthday brunches and dinners after that they were gone because of the adult night hours“

“I built a core memory today, the day I found the best Peruvian Food in New Jersey. WOW! My expectations have been met and exceeded. The Chaufa was so good and such a large portion they clearly price the food knowing they are going to sell out. The ceviche mixto was amazing perfect lime and spicy level… I’ve always had to add lime or salt from other ceviches but not this one.The filete de pescado was perfectly cooked. Overall I’m excited to try the other dishes they offer I know I will not be disappointed.“

“Overall young chef and team they do a great job with service and establishment is really nice and clean. Only reason why I give you 4 stars it’s 16.62 for a small plate that barely had any mean although it tasted wonderful. Also rice was hard seemed like it was being switched but for a surprise visit good job.“

“Those oxtail empanadas!!!!!!!! Whew?‍? the staff were so personable, from the bartender to the owner who rolled up his sleeves to help the kitchen when it started to get hectic on a Friday night. I’ve been singing their praises to everyone since my first visit. It’s time for expansion my friend. Kudos to your success!“

“Used this restaurant for my Dads party. Placing the order was smooth, they accepted payment over the phone and they were willing to work with me on pick up time. Food was ready when I arrived and our guests could not stop raving about how good it was!Thank you !“

“I decided to order off of the catering menu, after I sampled the Mac and cheese and lasagna at a friend's event. I already knew it was delicious based on the slither I had tasted, but my family and friends got to experience that same joy I tasted, at my daughters first birthday. So thankful for the quick communication, professionalism, and the delicious food of course. I'm looking forward to ordering again. Only blessed hands can make something so delicious ?. Thanks again!“

“Food is amazing, hands down the best restaurant lounge food I’ve ever had, (get the picada and thank me later) whoever cooks can COOK !!!! Great environment too ! Highly Recommend go get lit here and enjoy the music and vibes y’all gonna have a great time !“

“This was the perfect place to celebrate my wedding anniversary with my hubby. The restaurant is impeccable and ALL of the food we tried was amazingly delicious! Our server John was delightful and attentive. His recommendations were fantastic. My husband absolutely loved this restaurant and we highly recommend this place.“

“I have been their customer since the beginning and I am very happy to see their growth and it is well deserved, their food is delicious and the service is excellent. We always enjoy its delicious seasoning, it is definitely my favorite Ecuadorian food restaurant ❤️May they continue to grow ?many successes“

“I didn't even know this place existed until a friend suggesting going here for dinner and I'm so glad. This place is a hidden gem.***In a rush? Skip to the end for my tips.*** When we arrived, they were getting ready for a private event later that evening, but they still let us stay and eat. The owner patiently waited (and had to come back several times) because it took us a bit of time to make up our mind. Everything sounded so good, so it was hard to choose just a few dishes.We were very happy with our choices. Everything was delicious!- Shrimp burger - I already knew that the texture would be like a patty consistency of minced shrimp, but my friends were surprised because they were expecting whole shrimp pieces in the burger. I was a fan of the dill sauce on it, but if you don't like dill, maybe ask for it on the side? The dill taste and smell is strong, which goes perfectly with the shrimp burger.- Empanada Sampler - I wish I remembered what flavors were included in this, but everything was super good.- Mofongo Supreme - The mofongo was delicious and it came with pieces of cheese, shrimp, and steak. Definitely need to go back to try the lobster mac and cheese that everyone seems to be raving about and try their other dishes, as well, which all sound delicious.Tips: - There is plenty of street parking nearby and even a municipal parking lot to the left of the restaurant (if you are facing the restaurant).- It seems like a lot of people do take-out so that is an option, too.- We went on a Saturday night and left around 8:30 and they were supposed to be opened until 11:00, but they closed early for a private event, so maybe you should call ahead to make sure that they are open for guests or pick-up. Someone stopped by and was disappointed that they were closed early.“

“Honestly, given the prices on the menu and how cheap things were (considering inflation and everything else), I wasn't expecting much. Boy, was I wrong!! The chicken was hot, the rice was fluffy, And the beans were soft, just like they should be. The salsa verde was a little bland and tasted like water blended with just hot peppers if you ask me. It's a heavy dish and I'm used to having some kind of pickled side vegetables as a Korean (like cultido?) but I realize this isn't always the standard for some cuisines. Anyway, all of what I ate for $9 was too good. I'll be coming back as long as the establishment continues to fight the status quo of this ever spiraling country.“

“This is one of the eateries I visit when in town. Although I don’t live in Paterson anymore Paterson hands down has some of the best food. The food here is always worth it, I always have leftovers.Pros: Reasonable pricing, large portion sizes and the food is consistently delicious.Cons: Parking is crappy, it’s meter parking and all the parking spots are always taken.Parking: Don’t double park it’s dangerous because cars like to fly down the street and officers are out to give tickets.“

“First time here. The Chicken Salad was very good. The dressing was filling but not overwhelming. The chicken tasted grilled and fresh. The bowl they give you is perfect to shake the dressing to mix with the salad. Also had Oxtail with beans and rice. It was very good. All was reasonable priced. Overall, I am happy with the food and the location is perfect for anyone getting out of work and walking around the bus terminal.“

“Great stop after seeing the Met Cloisters! We were looking for some good, local food on our NYC trip and this place did not disappoint. I enjoyed the Mix Mofongo and loved the flavor of the fried plantains with the Chicken, Pork, and Cheese toppings. The restaurant itself is very casual, with TVs showing broadcasts in Spanish, but the food was professionally presented and delicious.“

“A little piece of “tiquicia” away from Costa Rica. The GalloPinto, the Mondongo soup and the arroz con leche are definitely made by a costarricense cocinera that really knows about costarican sazón. Place is small and cozy and gives you that I am home feeling.Wheelchair accessibility: No wheelchair access.“

“Aside from the place looking rundown the food was amazing my bf and his mom order a chicken and beef empanada and it was fresh and said was good I however ordered there empanada Supreme which they make on the spot and I did my vegan style no meat and was one of the best empanadas I ever had. You do have a choice to have it with chosen beef or beans as well but if you go here you should deff try the empanada Supreme. I would definitely come back here if I'm ever in the area again.Vegetarian options: The empanada Supreme without any of the protein option or you can get the bean options I did not. Due to other dietary restrictions on my end.Dietary restrictions: Can adjust to your liking if your vegitarian“

“The food here is excellent! Good portions and it taste just like grandma's. It's not a restaurant. They do have some tables where you can sit down to eat but don't expect restaurant service, the place is small .The staff which is usually 2 people, I think they are family own, do their best to answer phones, work the cash register and serve the people. It's best to order take out. I order usually every weekend and I'm never disappointed. I recommend the corvina frita with rice and lentils or the bandera plate.“

“In town on business, and found this place on a Wednesday evening. Really enjoyed the visit. Had a rye old fashioned and the short rib tacos. Food, drink and service were great. Atmosphere was chill. Only criticism I would give is I think the music at the time didn’t fit the vibe. Just my opinion though. I will be back next time I’m in town.“

“The food was so delicious. It's a Peruvian restaurant. The service and staff was amazing. They do nice and very attentive. Clara which she was my server: Bartender and she was beautiful foal and vibe. The ambiance was very classy and elegant. The green chair and the red Rose as chandelier decor. I love it“

“This restaurant is definitely my new go to spot. Authentic food, fresh ingredients, and absolutely delicious! I been looking for a real deal place like this in NJ for awhile. I’m happy I found Rinconcito VaKano. I will definitely be returning.“

“Let me tell you, come check this place out for their pernil. I have never heard of this place. But someone recommended the catering. I had an event that required 1 tray of pernil. I called a different restaurant and gave me the price of 170, I'm like there is no way ! Forget it ! When I called Caribbean Station. They gave me a great price you couldn't beat !! I would definitely recommend!!Wheelchair accessibility: It's on the ground level and has a small slop entering“

“The food here is GREAT. And inexpensive. Very tasty, fresh, loved it. The ambience is not forst date material. This is working class, beer kinda place. Dove bar for Spanish people. $5 for beers. Did I say the food was great!!!!????And cheap. Will be back.“

“My boyfriend was in the mood for Mexican, so I searched on Grubhub and this was the first time ordering from El Mirador and I have to say that it was awesome! So tasty, the food got to me still hot and the portion was just right! I am a foodie and the food here was fresh and great tasting. Will definitely be a regular customer!“

“Found this place via Yelp and decided to give it a try. We ordered stewed chicken, pernil and a side of chicharron. The stewed chicken was delicious. I highly recommend you give it a try. The chicken is moist and has a ton of flavor. The pernil was moderate. I personally found it a bit tough but the chicharron was out of this world. They re-fry it for you in the spot and you pay per weight. It was super fatty and crispy! Thank you Yelp fam for putting this on my radar. I'm definitely going back to try their rotisserie chicken and their chicken soup.“

“Yummy yummy.Great for when you forget to take the meal your wife cook for you to work.They have pineapples watermelons and other fruits on the go perfect for when you're just done with the gym.They also do catering which is on point plenty to choose from and they'll make whatever you want.I definitely recommend this place it's great for people like me that don't have time to make a meal so instead of eating boring McDonald's and all that other garbage around that area stop by check them out and if you like home cook meals then this is the spot. You're in and out within 10 minutes tops. You tried the rest now try the best. Always love to support small businesses especially that put time and energy into their meals and don't do small portions like most places you will get a lot of meat for your buck. I'd like to let you people know that I honestly enjoyed the food you guys cooked and always recommend them to my friends I am usually in Lodi so I take a drive down to Hackensack just so I can get the delicious meals that they prepare. I know I may be boring but my favorite one is chicken franchise "chicken with lemon" ?It is on point and I feel like I could eat that 100 times a day LOL. All right enough of me rambling just wanted to let you guys know that this is Justin certified“