50 Best Latin American Restaurants near Forest Hills

“AMAZING delicious latin food drinks are fantastic and service is spectacular!!! If you never try ropa vieja thats my favorite dish there but everything in that menu is sooo flavorful and delicious 🤤 also it’s a very nice ambiance and good music 🎶“

“This is a very busy restaurant, but they are efficient and we did not need to wait long for a table. The decor is nice. Large paper palm trees in the corners and an assortment of masks on the walls.

The menu looks great for non-vegetarians. Not so great for vegetarians. The paella especially looked good. One of the members in our party had chicken and shrimp. The presentation looked impressive.“

“fresh and hot and tasty....and they deliver....a hard working friendly staff...“

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

“Recently went and although the food and waiter staff were great, we were expecting what we seen on here. There was no performances. An empty space. Apparently there's a 2 hr gap between brunch and dinner. The booking site allowed for a 4pm reservation. When we arrived we were accommodated but looked at funny. We found out that brunch had ended at 3pm. I was really hoping for the full experience I seen here and paid alot and didn't get it.“

“Came here on a date night with the wife who is Uruguayan. The provolone was a fantastic starter, reminded me of the one I had during my last visit to Uruguay. In my wife’s 2+ decades in the states I’ve never heard her rant and rave over a chivito the way she did theirs. She said and I quote “this is the best chivito she’s had since being in the USA,” so that should tell you something. I had the Uruguayan Ribeye and I left just the cutting board it came on, nothing was safe. I was hesitant about the Duck fat potatoes because it’s not something I haven’t tried, but they were perfect. The ribeye was to die for, I wanted more. Dessert was just as good too. My wife loved the flan, and I’ll take her word because all flan is bad to me. The Alfajor was so damn good. It was different than the traditional one I’m used to eating, but fantastic nonetheless. We will definitely be returning, and telling everyone we know to travel to Brooklyn to give this place a try.“

“Muy bueno y elegante lugar.“

“I went to a family friend’s 70th birthday party they hosted in the Atlantic ballroom. The space was modern and very clean. The food was DELICIOUS!!! And the workers, Yiselle, Estrellita, and Shorty (blonde) made the event so memorable! They paid attention to every detail, whether it was filling our water cups, collecting unused plates and of course they did it all with a warm smile. They were kind, funny and very welcoming. I had a wonderful time! Thank you Yiselle, Estrellita and shorty!!!“

“The coconut-ginger rice is amazing! Aside from the good food, the service is impeccable. Everyone has great energy and is so attentive, especially Atillah (I hope I spelled her name correctly). She always goes out of her way to acknowledge and ask me about my day, and that really goes a long way. Pleasee go check them out!“

“I was so excited to spend my birthday at Leticia's. The food and service were fine, and the atmosphere seemed lively enough, but the night ended in total heartbreak. My husband had specifically arranged for a sweet birthday surprise—a simple dessert and a song—and the hostess completely forgot. Watching the night end in absolute silence without even a mention of my birthday was devastating. It completely ruined what should have been a special moment. Remind the hostess or server several times about anything special you want yo do.“

“Great date night restaurant! Cozy and romantic 💕“

“Excelente sazón y CONSISTENCIA en la misma quizás uno de los mejores restaurantes de comida ecuatoriana en los últimos 3 años en la ciudad de New York . Lugar muy limpio, espacioso , baños impecables, amplio estacionamiento y el sabor de la comida es realmente auténtico , lo único q podría mejorar es la atención un poco caótica y desorganizada pero en general todos los meseros son amables, vayan por ahí no se arrepentirán!“

“My first time in this place and I loved it. Gaby our server was so friendly and attentive. The food was so tasty , reasonably prices also.
And on top of that we got complementary dessert 😍😍. Definitely we will be back!!“

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

“Great little spot! Visited when there was a block party happening. It was great to sit and enjoy some great empanadas and morir sonando and music in the background.

I had the vegan empanada with lentil and another with onions and mushrooms. Highly recommend!“

“The food was very flavorful and delicious!“

“First time eating Bolivian food and it was out of this world! Saltenas were rich, juicy, and hearty (start at one end) and the Sopa de Mani is not at all what I expected peanut soup to taste like. think of Rich complex New England clam chowder without the clams. really no peanutty taste at all. the owner was wonderful as well“

“fantastic food, but horrible service. AND they force an 18% gratuity on all parties“

“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“

“Pasamos una despedida de año espectacular los meseros muy atentos los tragos muy buenos la atención en si muy recomendada aparte la comida deliciosa 👍“

“excelente 👌 el servicio es de lo mejor la música la comida y el ambiente“

“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“

“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“

“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. ❤️“

“Great atmosphere and service!!“

“The oxtail empanada for sure. For sure! Tried the chopped cheese which was also good, but the oxtail is the absolute best! Well filled and such good flavor. I could eat 10 of them. I want to eat 10 of them.

I was bummed they had sold out of the guava cheesecake tho :(
Just an extra reason to go back!“

“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!“

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

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

“Nice place my daughter finally convinced me to dine at will return didn’t disappoint“

“Delicious food and great service“

“Everything on the menu is a must . It’s definitely a Go to spot when you’re in the city nyc !!!“

“The food gets 5 out of 5. It was simply delicious, and we have nothing but good things to say about it. I had the T-bone steak, while my girlfriend had the filet mignon, and both were truly, truly delicious.

The ambiance gets 2 out of 5. It simply wasn't our cup of tea. The restaurant was dimly lit with neon lights, which, in our opinion, didn't pair particularly well with the atmosphere we would expect from a a place where the food should be the main attraction. Also, the music was very loud and we had to ask for it to be lowered.

As for the service, our waitress gets 1.5 out of 5. She was friendly, but we felt that she was quite unprofessional, both in the way she was dressed and in her overall behavior and level of service. She brought us our food but never checked on us afterward, and we actually had to get our own steak knife. There was also what appeared to be a friend of hers, or possibly another staff member, sitting two tables away from us. They spent much of the time chatting, and honestly, it gave us the impression that they were doing us a favor by serving us rather than making us feel welcome as customers.

The bar was also an issue. The phone kept ringing with an extremely loud ringtone, which was quite disruptive. Later, when we wanted dessert, we decided to have coffee instead. We ordered two cappuccinos, and our waitress simply smiled and said no, without giving us any explanation as to why. This was particularly confusing because there was a large coffee machine right inside the restaurant.

Overall, the food was superb, and it's really the main reason we would consider coming back. Unfortunately, the service was lacking, and that's what is making us hesitate about returning. It's a shame, because the quality of the food was excellent, but the overall experience left us somewhat disappointed.“

“Went to this restaurant for first time in July for a birthday celebration. Nice large restaurant, great artwork displays. The food was good; the tostones appetizers could use more seasoning, tasted bland. great portions, had to take rest of meal home. The staff displayed good customer service. Overall, a very nice find for Latin cuisine in downtown Brooklyn.“

“So I came here for my birthday dinner and at first I did not want to eat there since I thought it will be a party vibe, but the lounge area wasn’t open. Which I get it since it was a Wednesday. But the Chef did not want us to leave disappointed, he did it all (Champagne, birthday sign, food, shots) all at a discounted price. & let me tell u the food did not disappoint. It was delicious! I was overwhelmed with his generosity. He really made my night special. And something I will always remember. Keep Being the kind person u are Wilmer. Good things will definitely come to u. I will be back. THANKS AGAIN!“

“We loved the decor, the ambiance, the dishes of food were all amazing, and best of all was our server Alma. She was a 10 out of 10.“

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

“excelent colombian food thanks“

“The best food I ever had! Steak was perfect!“

“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!“

“i had the Pastelillos cheese, yellow rice and the queso frito. all very good! they also give you sauce with the Pastelillos which was also very good. very affordable and homey in there. you feel very welcomed. i would come again. staff is very friendly.“

“Excellent service and food“

“Everything is great here!“

“Always a good time at Havana Central. Good food, good drinks, good vibe. The servers are always pleasant. Thank you Natalia! This time I remembered my servers name. Lol But that's obvious. My cousin fly in to see a broadway show and of course I had to take her to Havana Central. I am still adjusting to the closure of the Havana Central location in Garden City. Would really love it if they would consider opening another location in the Queens, Long Island area.“

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

“buenazooo...y la atencion de la ptm“

“I tried this restaurant yesterday and really enjoyed it! I especially loved their lunch special—the portions were generous, and the food was great. The lunch special includes your choice of protein, two sides, and soup or salad, which I thought was a great value. They also have a nice variety of protein and side options to choose from.

Overall, a great lunch spot with good food, generous portions, and plenty of choices. I’d definitely come back!“

“Muy rico les recomiendo la carne 🥩 muy rico“

“Wow thank you Kervin for giving us the best service since I haven't been out to a place like Don Coqui in a long time. He was a great waiter, pleasant, courteous and my daughter enjoyed her birthday there with her sister and myself. Thanks again and the food was so good I'm glad a saved some for tomorrow's breakfast. The mock drinks were good and we enjoyed the entertainment music and people can't wait to come again. Much blessings Dianne“