Spacious and bright space with friendly, personal service throughout our weekend lunch. My date and I split a chorizo and cotija empanada and some platinitos. The empanada especially was incredible - dreamy, bubbly texture with brilliant crunch and stretchy cheese. For our main courses we had the churrasco and the pernil.
Chris Somerlot
Really amazing empanadas, best I've found in the area.
Janaida R.
1st time in this beautiful place with a lovely atmosphere. Waitress very nice and helpful. We had the Empanadas of J*** chicken and chorizo it was delicious.
Alicia C.
Beautifully descorated/designed. Small dining room. Small menu to match. High quality food. Excellent flavor. The service was warm, personal, and attentive. Definitely recommend! Soup of the day (pea, ham, bacon garnish), tostones, and empanada were all very good! I am not a huge fan of the garlic paste w tostones but I know it's a regional preference. I got the traditional mofongo which I definitely recommend. Felt like it could have used a side of avocado or some other cold veg to balance out the sweet sauce. The pork was outrageously flavorful. Boyfriend got the Caribbean chicken. Entire dish was on point. Chicken was perfectly cooked and the beans had great flavor. For dessert, the flan de coco was delish! I love flan, but prefer vanilla flan...so this coconut version really impressed me!
Jordan W.
Spacious and bright space with friendly, personal service throughout our weekend lunch. My date and I split a chorizo and cotija empanada and some platinitos. The empanada especially was incredible - dreamy, bubbly texture with brilliant crunch and stretchy cheese. For our main courses we had the churrasco and the pernil. Portions were generous, and flavors were delicately balanced, much more subtle than I expected. Dessert of churros and banana bread finished it off, along with a dark, chocolatey coffee. Great experience and will be coming back for sure.
Eric F.
First time but wont be the last time. We started with the Guacamole. Delicious and unique (to me anyway) flavor profile served with plantain chips. Two types of crispy flavorful Empanadas completed our appetizers course. We shared three entrees including Mofongo Tradicional with shreds of crispy pork and an incredible sauce along with Caribbean Spiced Chicken and Pernil, with melt in your mouth slow roasted pork. We completed the meal with churro dipped in a spiced chocolate. Crispy cinnamon exterior with a creamy internal texture. Wonderful evening. Please go try it yourself! I'm glad we did
Dan Mannion
Super friendly staff, great food, great atmosphere. Highly recommend!!
Nick Ryan
Nice vegan options, great service
Cristen C.
Such a great experience here a few nights ago. My boyfriend and I are both vegan and there were plenty of amazing options for us! Food was so flavorful and the service was the best. If you have any food allergies, everything is labeled and makes the menu super easy to navigate. I highly recommend the empanadas and mofongo! This place has flavors that Syracuse has been missing. Ambiance was excellent and almost convinces you you're in a warmer climate. Can't wait to go back!
Blair F.
Made reservations for their Valentine's Day menu. Starter, soup, main course and dessert for $35. Also ordered a bottle of NYS red wine at half price. We had a great time. Service was perfect. Food brought out at optimal times. Nice soft Latin American music playing throughout the restaurant. The empanadas were very spicy. The stew was flavorful and perfect for a winter's evening. The highlight was the shrimp (jumbo) and smashed plaintains. Well worth ordering again. The flan was gigantic and extremely sweet. Could barely finish. We will return.
Flavors only ever ranging from simple to complex. And all of it is delicious.Get the steak and cheese Empanada if you can...?
Hongan Huynh
10/10. Was just in the mood for some Latin American food. Thankful to have found this spot! the workers are phenomenal. Shout out to the waiter, owner and cool. They made the experience so good! J*** CHICKEN EMPANADA. support local!!!!!!!!!! food that’s good for the soul
Tony
The food makes me dance in my chair. I am not kidding. I don’t equate the descriptors joyous or immaculate to a dining experience; but I will for this one. The attention to detail is astonishing. The entire place teems with the energy of great theater.
dana vazquez
The food was amazing, the place is nicely decorated and the waiters were really kind. Definitely will be back. 100% recommended
Spacious and bright space with friendly, personal service throughout our weekend lunch. My date and I split a chorizo and cotija empanada and some platinitos. The empanada especially was incredible - dreamy, bubbly texture with brilliant crunch and stretchy cheese. For our main courses we had the churrasco and the pernil.
Really amazing empanadas, best I've found in the area.
1st time in this beautiful place with a lovely atmosphere. Waitress very nice and helpful. We had the Empanadas of J*** chicken and chorizo it was delicious.
Beautifully descorated/designed. Small dining room. Small menu to match. High quality food. Excellent flavor. The service was warm, personal, and attentive. Definitely recommend! Soup of the day (pea, ham, bacon garnish), tostones, and empanada were all very good! I am not a huge fan of the garlic paste w tostones but I know it's a regional preference. I got the traditional mofongo which I definitely recommend. Felt like it could have used a side of avocado or some other cold veg to balance out the sweet sauce. The pork was outrageously flavorful. Boyfriend got the Caribbean chicken. Entire dish was on point. Chicken was perfectly cooked and the beans had great flavor. For dessert, the flan de coco was delish! I love flan, but prefer vanilla flan...so this coconut version really impressed me!
Spacious and bright space with friendly, personal service throughout our weekend lunch. My date and I split a chorizo and cotija empanada and some platinitos. The empanada especially was incredible - dreamy, bubbly texture with brilliant crunch and stretchy cheese. For our main courses we had the churrasco and the pernil. Portions were generous, and flavors were delicately balanced, much more subtle than I expected. Dessert of churros and banana bread finished it off, along with a dark, chocolatey coffee. Great experience and will be coming back for sure.
First time but wont be the last time. We started with the Guacamole. Delicious and unique (to me anyway) flavor profile served with plantain chips. Two types of crispy flavorful Empanadas completed our appetizers course. We shared three entrees including Mofongo Tradicional with shreds of crispy pork and an incredible sauce along with Caribbean Spiced Chicken and Pernil, with melt in your mouth slow roasted pork. We completed the meal with churro dipped in a spiced chocolate. Crispy cinnamon exterior with a creamy internal texture. Wonderful evening. Please go try it yourself! I'm glad we did
Super friendly staff, great food, great atmosphere. Highly recommend!!
Nice vegan options, great service
Such a great experience here a few nights ago. My boyfriend and I are both vegan and there were plenty of amazing options for us! Food was so flavorful and the service was the best. If you have any food allergies, everything is labeled and makes the menu super easy to navigate. I highly recommend the empanadas and mofongo! This place has flavors that Syracuse has been missing. Ambiance was excellent and almost convinces you you're in a warmer climate. Can't wait to go back!
Made reservations for their Valentine's Day menu. Starter, soup, main course and dessert for $35. Also ordered a bottle of NYS red wine at half price. We had a great time. Service was perfect. Food brought out at optimal times. Nice soft Latin American music playing throughout the restaurant. The empanadas were very spicy. The stew was flavorful and perfect for a winter's evening. The highlight was the shrimp (jumbo) and smashed plaintains. Well worth ordering again. The flan was gigantic and extremely sweet. Could barely finish. We will return.
Restaurantji Recommends
Flavors only ever ranging from simple to complex. And all of it is delicious.Get the steak and cheese Empanada if you can...?
10/10. Was just in the mood for some Latin American food. Thankful to have found this spot! the workers are phenomenal. Shout out to the waiter, owner and cool. They made the experience so good! J*** CHICKEN EMPANADA. support local!!!!!!!!!! food that’s good for the soul
The food makes me dance in my chair. I am not kidding. I don’t equate the descriptors joyous or immaculate to a dining experience; but I will for this one. The attention to detail is astonishing. The entire place teems with the energy of great theater.
The food was amazing, the place is nicely decorated and the waiters were really kind. Definitely will be back. 100% recommended
Very intimate vibes