48 Best Latin American Restaurants near Staten Island

“Absolutely loved this place! 🔥 The atmosphere is amazing, the music is on point, and the margaritas are absolutely delicious! 🍹✨ Such a fun vibe from the moment you walk in. Can't wait to come back! Highly, highly recommend!“

“This place is beyond amazing I found it while waiting for the bus and I became a regular customer. It's one of the best bakery places I've ever been to. I tried so many places but quality wasn't good. They have a big selection at a very reasonable price. Bought 4 cinnamon churro, donut, and a croissant filled with cream with chocolate topping for only $11.98. I can't emphasize how much the quality and cleanliness of the food. I have sensitive stomach but had no issues with this place. They cover everything with plastic.
It's my go to bakery place from now on. Recommend it for any party/ gathering.“

“Amazing food great service! Always so sweet and clean fresh food ! Staff are wonderful“

“The staff was friendly and helpful. The service was quick, too. I had a Carne Asada sandwich and the braised beef was delicious and it was a good portion. The sauces and slaw were a good addition- a hint of spice and crunch. I got the “chito” size and a can of soda for $15. I would come back to try more of the menu, since the beef was really tasty!“

“I came to this restaurant for the first time and randomly ordered two dishes. To my surprise, the taste was excellent—really delicious—and I liked it a lot. The prices were reasonable, and the owner was very friendly. I highly recommend everyone try this place.“

“I went for dinner and decided to try the Wednesday special menu, and it was a total hit! Everything was fresh, perfectly cooked, and had that classic touch everyone loves. Very worth it for the price. We were taken care of by Tony, who provided us with truly special service from the very beginning“

“Excelente comida, fui un día por que andaba cerca pero ahora aunque esté largo busco hacer ruta por ahí. Muy buena comida y excelente servicio.“

“Came in for lunch and our server Paola was the sweetest. She made me the most delicious Coconut Mojito. Food was delicious, fresh and perfectly seasoned.
I highly recommend if you want Colombian Food or soup this place will suffice.

Vegetarian options: As per your request

Parking: There’s parking in the back of the location

Kid-friendliness: Yes very family oriented“

“The best chicken 🍗 ever, ever“

“Great tasting food, filling portions, friendly and fast service!!!“

“10/10“

“Excelente servicio! La comida estaba muy deliciosa y el personal nos atendió con mucha amabilidad.“

“Amazing authentic dominican food!
The ladies are so sweet, and make the best food! I bought chicharron and omg so fresh!
I bought a lunch meal, and it was the best $8 of my life (: definitely a place with heart of Dominican Republic!“

“Even after living here so long, NJ remains full of surprises. Rosa's is a spot that feels impossible - in between two doors at the Toyota service center, they're serving food that tops most diners I've been to. It almost feels like it shouldn't exist. Love that, Thank you for the great eats! I'll be back!“

“Quick stop in after passing by so many times. Wanted check it out and to try the soup. Well...food looked so good and fresh decided to dine in for lunch special (which was being served all day today),let me tell you, best decision we made all day. Clean, nice seating, music not loud and dinner size portion. We both had a to go bag enough for dinner.
Waitress was pleasant. Service was quick. Overall a 10+
Definitely a return for breakfast.
Sorry, photos next time.“

“This is such an amazing restaurant! I have been going here for years and the service is consistently incredible. The food is also a great fusion of flavors that makes the tacos like none I've ever tasted.The staff is super friendly and always creates a welcoming environment for my family. Highly reccommend if you are looking for a great Tribeca restaurant.“

“Simply put, Great . All around Great. Great owners, great food, great prices, Great .. Honestly. IYKYK. Thank you for being there“

“The food was excellent You deserve a five star. Everything was perfect. I will be coming back again. I will be posting about this on Facebook. This place is the bomb.“

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

“Amazing restaurant with a comfortable, warm atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and attentive, and the Latin food is absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavor. The drinks were perfectly crafted, and the desserts were outstanding—the perfect way to end the meal. Highly recommend, we’ll definitely be back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“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!“

“Antojao never misses 🔥 The food was fresh, packed with flavor, and the portions were great. The Tres Golpe Pernil Sandwich was incredible — the perfect mix of savory and sweet. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Jersey City!“

“Super friendly! Very nice!“

“ceviche lomo saltado hecho por un profesional lo maximo carlitos del peru“

“If you’re looking for quality Dominican food (done right), this is your spot. I got an order of oven-baked chicken with white rice and pinto beans and it was delicious. They also sell some fried foods like pastelitos (empanadas) and sorullos (cornmeal sticks) and they always hit. Love coming here when I’m craving Dominican food.“

“Melhor lanche brasileiro da região“

“Alicia“

“this food was awesome! We will def be back again! Very Fresh food!!“

“Excelente servicio, y muy buen sabor de los antojitos Salvadoreños.“

““Delicious food and great service, compliments to the chef!” 👨‍🍳 🙌🏽👊🔥“

“This was amazing. The lady in the counter was the best. I told her i’m all the way from Sweden and never tried Dominican food, and she told me what i should get. This food was the best i’ve ever eaten. They didn’t skimp on the portions either. 10/10, well fed and happy!“

“April 21 we had our mother Birthday 🥳 dinner here and the service was excellent! The portions of the delicious food were large. All of the employees were friendly and sang to my mother and she cried happy tears. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone I know. Thank you for making my mother so happy. God bless you all.“

“The empanadas and the sauces are amazing!!!!“

“The food is exceptional. I had the guandules guisado with white rice and fried pork chops with the fried sweet plantain and an order of their potato salad. I felt like I was back at my grandmas house back in the 🇩🇴 the food an: service is top notch.“

“OMG THE MEATLOAF WITH MASHED POTATO'S AND GRAVY WITH BREAD AND BUTTER TO DIP IN THE GRAVY. 😋. AND THE FISH CRISPY FRIED FISH WITH MACARONI AND CHEESE. 😋 😋 😋“

“Exceptional customer service and the entrees were superb. Our servers were both excellent, Andres and Vivian and their hunky manager, whose name we did not catch. The drinks were very well made, with nice presentation. My wife, Patricia, had a Coconut Mojito and I had two Lemon Martinis (well blended) refreshing and tasty. Order the Calamari as an appetizer. Our entrees were the salmon and the cheese steak. Everything was prepared with a Columbian flare! Ole! You and a culinary delight.“

“The restaurant is located in the Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn. They prepare Italian and Mexican cuisine. Several tables are available for dining in but there are no servers. Soups 🍲, salads 🥗, appetizers, entrees, pizza 🍕 heroes, rolls, burgers 🍔, sides and beverages are available. I ordered a pizza pie, shrimp parmigiana hero and spaghetti with white clam sauce. The food was very good and tasty.“

“Muy bueno y super recomendado ok“

“The food was delicious 😋 and they give you a lot I definitely recommend ❤️“

“The best rice and gondolas you will ever have! The food is always so fresh, and the customer service is amazing. My family and I absolutely love eating here. Everything is delicious, and the staff always make us feel welcome. Definitely one of our favorite places to eat!“

“We came a Thursday afternoon, the service was great and the food choices were top tier. I didn’t know what to order. We settle with the Pastelitos and Carne Asada since we were in a bit of a rush. Food was amazing full of flavor. We will definitely be coming back. The Horchata was AMAZING! That alone will have me coming back.“

“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.“

“Good Authentic Mexican food.“

“Delicious, casual Ecuadorian spot. Encebollado? Delicious. Tigrillo? Delicious.

I came here with my parents because Ñaños wasn’t open yet. Very happy with this find. And prices seemingly better than across the street.“

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

“Sabores tradicionales ♥️🥹 excelente“