Barroluco Argentine Comfort food

Even though the storefront is on a shady looking alley (ok, its pretty wide and not that shady), the argentine street food they have here hits the spot. The empanadas and paella rice are great and they even have alphajor! Empanadas were perfectly crisp and fillings were delicious. Fried plantains could have been cooked a bit longer. Some pieces were still uncooked in the middle. Service was quick and the decor had character.

Overall a great place for a quick snack.

Wow! Amazing food that I could eat daily. Definitely check this spot out when they are open. The deck/patio area will be great for warm days! Enjoy.

Little pricey but it’s really good
Love the people , love the energy; wish they were open longer and expand…

Realizing my first time here, a regular sitting by the order line recommended the sampler platter. I thanked him and his wife for the recommendation and went all in. I held back tears of joy as I ate this food. True to the name, it was certainly comfort food. The fries were perfectly cooked and remained crunchy even though covered in sauce and toppings. The rib was a little on the dryer side than I’m used to but the flavor and tenderness demanded respect. The empanada was soft yet flaky and crispy, and rice paired with everything wonderfully. The staff was friendly and I could tell they enjoyed serving the food as much I eating it. Can’t wait to go back!

Great first-time experience eating Argentinian food and order at this restaurant! I can’t comment on the full service or atmosphere of the restaurant because this was an online order. The rib was perfectly cooked, flavorful and a sizable portion. I love that I was able to buy it as a side. The empanadas were juicy inside, perfectly crusted on the outside. Not overly greasy. The paella was tasteful. Overall, I enjoyed the meal. Will definitely recommend and order again! I look forward to dining in too!

I come here once a week and I'm so disappointed with my food today!!! I got the ribs like always and the guy asked if I wanted a side. It usually comes with rice. I said sure add some plantains. He charges me an extra 3.50 and instead rice with a few plantains (like normal) I have no rice and half a box of plantains. Then I get chips and guacamole for 6.50 and I'm sure their sauce cups are bigger then what they put the guacamole in. Please put the woman back at the register and then consider letting people know the size of the guacamole before charging them. If I didn't have a meeting right after lunch I'd be taking this back!! The food is good here so I hope this was just an off day!!

Let me start with some back info. I didn’t know this place existed. Found it while attending the High Spirit Fest. I also had never had Argentinian food before. I have a lot of allergies and also can’t eat very much (quantity) so I’m kinda picky with my food since a couple bites is all I can eat and like to enjoy. I never really have great expectations any longer and just hope not to feel ill and that the staff is nice enough at least.

Let me say that not only was the staff so very nice and attentive, but the food???!! oh my, I can’t even stop talking about it, it was soo good.

I had the Loaded Milanesa Grande Chicken dish which has a thin pounded chicken piece (you can chose steak instead) it’s egg washed and dipped in breadcrumbs and seasoned with salt, parsley, and garlic, fried deep golden brown, and topped with cheese. it has two over medium fried eggs on top. and you can pick a side. I got the rice and I suggest getting the rice because it’s the most mouth pleasing food I’ve had in a very long time!! It comes with two sauces a green and a red. The green is amazing. She said no big deal just a special cilantro sauce, but it’s a very big deal as it simply brings out even more flavors! You can choose mild or hot, I got mild as I can’t eat anything spicey - not even as tame as pepper. It was perfect.
I also ordered a 6pc churros with chocolate sauce and they were perfect as well. Too many times people mess these up. Either too soggy or too chewy, most don’t have enough cinnamon in the batter and sprinkled on top so there’s no taste. These were perfect. Crispy, not chewy at all and the perfect amount of cinnamon sugar.
Presentation was appetizing as well, although I forgot to take a photo of the churros until I was packing up my leftovers.

My husband enjoyed his meal but I was so wrapped up in my food I forgot to take a photo. His meal was the Full “everything” Paella which was rice cooked in the Spanish tradition. He got the Everything option, but you can also choose chicken or chorizo only. It also has veggies, fajita corn, and beans, with your choice of spicey or mild sauce.

The two meals and the 6pc churro, with tip was $52. Well worth it to me even if a little pricey.

Please, if you want something great, try this place. It’s a small place on Pearl but we didn’t have any problem getting seated even with the event going on.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Paella, Loaded Milanesa Grande

Great food and acceptable prices. The lomito really tastes like an Argentinian lomito

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lomito Sadwich, Paella, Loaded Milanesa Grande

This place is simply my favorite dining option in Columbus. I used to live off of Gay street, and would walk over frequently for the best paella I have ever had.
Then I met the mother of my children, showed her this place, and created in her an outright obsession for their empanadas.
Now we live almost a half and hour away and still make our way to Barroluco whenever we can.
Do yourself a favor and purchase from this place, they could charge 25% more, and it would still be worth it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Found this place by accident in an alley. It is really cute and so, so yummy. I crave their empenadas all the time and wish I lived closer. Definitely worth a try.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Paella

This place is so amazing! I love the food! Whenever I’m working downtown, this place is a must! I always order the chicken Paella with rice or fries! Delicious! I’m trying to get to the rest of the menu but i love this dish!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Empanada 1 Piece, Paella

This place is a hidden gem. Fantastic food! Great atmosphere! Super clean! You gotta check them out if you're in Columbus..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

BAD SERVICE! They gave my order away. I paid online, because that's the only way to order in advance. Horrible service, It seems out of ordinary. But perhaps a result of staff changes. No apologies, no accommodation. Pretty pathetic honestly. I'll take some time off from here in hopes that they can get better workers.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 1

Hidden in an alley but do not let that deter you! Their paella and empanadas are a must eat. The inside is small and simple and at lunch time, they are aware people are on a schedule and get you your food quickly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this hidden gem !Food is amazing and the people are nice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sampler Plate