50 Best Latin American Restaurants in Brooklyn

“Un ambiente super divertido y familiar 🗽🍾🇺🇸🎆“

“Absolutely beautiful small cozy restaurant with amazing food and great service. Special thank you to the bartender, I ordered 3 different coctails and asked for no syrup or sugar and they were made perfect to my taste. Roasted beet salad is to die for, octopus amazing and the skirt stake is something to come back for.“

“Highly recommend Molkajete Restaurant and Bar. Nicely decorated, this Latin American cuisine restaurant has a very inviting, family friendly atmosphere. The food is delicious, and the service is exceptional. I've dined here two times and am very happy with my choice on both occasions. They offer catering as well.“

“everybody go here right now! i love the empanadas they are so delicious and there are many vegetarian options. the spinach and cheese empanada with a mexican coke is an unmatched combo. the people that work there are so nice. delicious empanadas and lovely atmosphere.“

“The food was very flavorful and delicious!“

“Had the most amazing time here! Enjoyed a dinner with friends, and tried a bit of everything. Food & drinks were superb, the people working there are super lovely & their backyard is wonderful, especially on a warm summer night. Highly recommend this place! Thanks Ade, we’ll be back very soon! ᵕ̈“

“The staff, particularly Wendy, couldn’t be more lovely. Wendy tends to my 2 year old grandson which such sweetness! Above and beyond great service. ❤️“

“Good food and coffee and friendly staff👍👍👍👍👍“

“My wife and I came here for dinner tonight, and we had an amazing experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, the drinks were just as impressive, and the atmosphere had such a great vibe.

I had the Caipirinha, and my wife ordered the Passion Fruit Lychee Martini—both were fantastic and made perfectly.

The highlight of our visit was our bartender, Ricardo. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. He took the time to explain the menu, gave great recommendations, and his service really elevated the entire experience.

It’s not often you find a place where the food, drinks, service, and atmosphere all come together this well. We’ll definitely be back, and we’ll be recommending Guarapo Latin Fusion to our friends and family. Thank you, Ricardo, for making our night such a great one!“

“Excelente ambiente, comida, happy hour 12-7 pm cheap drinks and appetizers“

“I have never in my life experienced such gracious hospitality like I did at Savo. From the moment I walked in it was smiles and waves, Vicky was extremely helpful in guiding me through her menu. I felt like I was at home. The chef came out and shook my hand then made me the illest salmon rice bowl i have ever had. The only thing wrong with this place is they dont have 10x more locations. Great job Savo.“

“Rosa (The Owner), and Staff are so Kind and attentive. I have been here all times of the day and the service and food remains the same. The food always is fresh and large quantities. A great place to go with family or friends. Love it here !!!“

“Yayos is one of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn

Food is really really good

Drinks are on point

I have been to 4 functions there and 1 of them I did for a friend of mine for her Birthday Celebration“

“This is one of my go-to spots in Crown Heights. Everyone who works here is really nice and the food is amazing. My faves are the pancakes (they come with dulce de leche butter!) and the crispy eggplant sandwich. Great coffee and I also love the horchata. Highly recommended“

“Pablo Santo just catered our daughter's wedding. This food is THE BEST, Most flavorful and perfectly prepared food! The ceviche was tasty without being too tart. The Wild Boar was tender, with a perfectly balanced gravy. All raged over the plantain stew! Personally the rabbit mole was to die for! Perfectly prepared meals, with quick attentive service! Most HIGHLY recommend! Thanks Chef and staff!! You were all superb!“

“Overall rating: 4.9

Happy hour M-Th: all night?!
Fri - Sat: 4-7pm

OMG. Best mojito I’ve ever made. IT WAS SO GOOD. I’m still thinking about it as I write this. Only came in for 1x drink because I had an activity with a friend in the area. I definitely want to come back and will be in my rotation moving forward. Wish it wasn’t so far from other places in Williamsburg, but highly recommend!“

“The whole red snapper and coconut“

“Gracias a Los hermanos coffe exelente servicio y comida deliciosa 100% recomendado“

“I've been coming to Immanuel Restaurant for a long time, and it never disappoints! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Every meal is prepared with care, and the quality is consistently excellent. The staff is welcoming, and the service makes you feel right at home. If you're looking for amazing food and a place you can keep coming back to, I highly recommend Emmanuel Restaurant. Five stars every time!“

“I got there food right before the closing time and lemme tell you, it was SO SO GOOD!The flavors are amazing and the food's always piping hot and the portion was generous!I only discovered it through TooGoodToGo but now that I realized that this place is such a gem, I'd be coming back for more :) and help support local businesses.“

“ᗷᑌEᑎᗩ ᗩTEᑎᑕIóᑎ ᒪO ᖇEᑕOᗰIEᑎᗪO,ᑭᗩᖇᗩ Iᖇ ᑕOᑎ ᔕᑌ ᑭᗩᖇEᒍᗩ Oᕼ ᖴᗩᗰIᒪIᗩ“

“El mejor lugar para comer es este al 100x1000“

“Atención buena y la comida deliciosa.“

“The cuisine is here phenomenal!!!“

“The fish soup is tits up. Have to try it at least once.“

“Delicious food. Friendly service. Cozy atmosphere.“

“The Dominican food is delicious very authentic 🇩🇲🥘🥩“

“I really really liked the food here, its not too pricey and empanadas are extremely filling. I love they have vegan and vegetarian options as well as pizza and ice cream. This place has it all. I definitely recommend this spot, its worth every penny!“

“Best tamales ever! Great service! My family love everything !“

“I went to Buck it sports bar with my sisters yesterday. Such a great vibe/atmosphere & the food was delicious. I had pork monfongo with rice & beans. We also had empanadas & pastels 😋. I look forward to coming back soon! They had karaoke which was really nice as well.“

“Delicious food!! The food is fresh and have good service“

“1st gen kid here, grew up eating my moms my whole life until I moved away and this takes me back. Caldo De Res is the truth.

Has such an authentic and home cooked taste to it, could not recommend enough especially with the weather.

The Caldo—which was generously portioned—and one drink from the fridge ran me $17, for today’s world, not bad! Will be back for sure to try other Guatemalan staples.“

“I haven’t had pupusas since I went to El Salvador a few months ago, so I was extremely happy when I stumbled upon this place. The pupusas were crispy but still soft and the filling was so delicious! I will definitely be coming back!“

“El mejor restaurante Hondureño en Brooklyn, con una atmósfera agradable para toda la familia. Los platillos son súper deliciosos y de porción grandes. Las sopas de marisco y de caracol no tienen comparación. Se los recomiendo!“

“Great food! Fun hip atmosphere! drinks were amazing!“

“Excelente comida latina, las empanadas son riquísimas“

“It is an excellent place, good food, good prices, the staff is friendly and serves quickly, the place is clean, safe to eat and hang out. I recommend it. It seems like a good place. I have eaten there for years and it has always been a restaurant that I like to return to.

Vegetarian options: It is not a restaurant focused on vegetarian food but they sell salads, juices and a person who does not eat meat can still enjoy a good meal.

Kid-friendliness: It is a clean, quiet place, the staff is friendly and polite and the restaurant in my opinion does not represent any risk for a minor.

Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp so that a person in a wheelchair or other device that supports walking has the accessibility of being able to enter the premises without major difficulties.“

“A quaint cozy place. Good food and drinks and great service. My friend has been there before and recommended it. I’ll definitely recommend it myself and return.“

“Just came back from Panama and was feeling home away from vacation sad. Came here and all is now good. Will come here as often as I can. Great food. Great vibes. Great people.“

“Ive only ate from food truck“

“Food was delicious, we had ordered takeout and stepped outside to wait. They actually brought the food out to us when it was ready early. I think it was 5 minutes flat for 2 entrees and an appetizer. A+ service A+ delicious food. Will have to visit again“

“Beautiful restaurant with outstanding, service, drinks and food! Highly recommended!!“

“The food here makes me want to come back tomorrow. Their food quality is noteworthy. Exceptionally hospitable adaptable bright friendly team showing zero pretension. You know immediately they use good ingredients. I'll make it a point to eat here again.“

“Excelente lugar para compartir en familia , rica comida“

“Todo en general mi primera vez ayer y estuvo todo muy delicioso las atenciones excelentes yo lo recomiendo 100% y lo visitaré más seguido me encanto 🥰“

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“Williamsburg has recently gained a remarkable addition, offering an extensive array of dining options under one roof. The establishment boasts exceptional customer service, delectable cuisine, and a consistently high standard of food quality. From burgers and pizza to steak, their menu caters to diverse palates. I highly recommend this establishment for an unforgettable culinary experience.“

“Super great service amazing food beautiful place must go again“

“I’m Puerto Rican and when I’m feeling homesick (often lately) I come in for a feast. Best rotisserie chicken, perfect seasoning, tasty crispy skin. Arroz con gandules is my favorite but the congris (black bean rice) is a close second. Also, I have a severe gluten allergy and have never had an issue! Love this place!“

“Puertas, sitting proudly on 3rd & 84th, is the kind of restaurant that walks into the neighborhood like it already knows it’s the best-looking one in the room. The moment you step inside, you’re hit with a masterclass in ambiance: dramatic paintings, modern industrial mirrors, lighting so flattering it could fix your credit score, and a neon‑blue bar that looks like it was designed by someone who said, “Let’s make this place unforgettable.” And they did.

We arrived for our 7:15 reservation and were offered our choice of two tables — a luxury in itself. It was a little stuffy inside, so we chose the table by the front window, where the air was breathable and the people‑watching was premium. Menus and water arrived immediately, followed by our server three minutes later, ready for drink orders like a man on a mission. I ordered a Shirley Temple; The Man ordered a Cacho Caipirinha. Three minutes after that, the drinks appeared along with a server who was clearly thirsty for our entrée choices.

And let me pause here to say this: the service at Puertas is impeccable. Not “good,” not “attentive,” not “friendly.” Impeccable. The kind of service where the staff moves with the precision of a well‑rehearsed ballet — present but never intrusive, efficient without rushing you, warm without hovering. Every detail was handled with a level of professionalism that most restaurants only dream about.

We ordered ceviche to share, I chose the Carne Asada, and The Man went for the Bandeja Paisa Colombiana — a dish so large it should come with a legal disclaimer. What I forgot to mention is that Puertas had a live Latin band playing the entire time. Yes, live music. At dinner. In Bay Ridge. I nearly shed a tear.

The ceviche arrived in five minutes, served with plantain patties and a need for a quick stir to distribute the seasoning. It was tasty — bright, fresh, flavorful — but let’s be honest: it wasn’t ceviche. True ceviche is raw fish “cooked” by citrus. This fish had clearly been cooked beforehand, likely to avoid lawsuits from people who fake food poisoning faster than they reach for Pepto Bismol. It’s a shame, because a restaurant as talented as Puertas deserves the freedom to serve the real thing without fear of someone weaponizing a stomachache. But I digress.

Entrées arrived about ten minutes later — fast, efficient, and accompanied by music so good I briefly considered quitting my job to follow the band on tour. My Carne Asada was a beautifully grilled skirt steak topped with chimichurri, then topped again with crispy potato strings, all resting on mashed potatoes so smooth and flavorful they could convert a non‑believer. And I’m a mashed‑potato snob. The Man’s Bandeja Paisa Colombiana was a platter large enough to feed a family of four, but he approached it like a man possessed — eyes rolled back, no talking, no thinking, just pure blissful shoveling.

Portions were enormous, so naturally we took home half the restaurant.

Dessert was a religious experience. I ordered crème brûlée; The Man ordered tres leches cake. Two espressos joined the table, and suddenly everything in life made sense. The desserts were perfect — rich, balanced, and absolutely worth the calories.

The bill came to $184 before tip, and frankly, Puertas could have charged more. The food, the service, the atmosphere, the live music — it was a five‑star experience without question.

Puertas isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a full sensory event. A celebration. A place that knows exactly what it’s doing and does it exceptionally well. Bay Ridge just got a new star, and I cannot wait to go back.“