Stopped by with a guest to try the cuisine for the first time. Service was good and the atmosphere was inviting. The food on the other hand was a bit below par.We started with the mini empanadas; it came with 2 ground beef, 2 shredded chicken, 1 cheese. The Ground beef had a distinct flavor, we couldn't quite figured out the seasoning and the flavor didn't quite hit the mark. The chicken were on the bland side. The cheese was just mozzarella cheese. The empanada dough did have good flavor.We tried two of their stuffed arepas; shredded chicken and Reina Pepiada. The chicken was bland and the Reina Pepiada was too mayonnaise heavy. The arepas themselves were too dense and the texture was unappealing.My guest and I ordered the Pabellón Criollo: I ordered it with shredded beef and my guest ordered it with a steak. We both ordered it with the egg over easy and the steak medium rare. The eggs both came out over hard and the steak came out well done. The rice was good, the beans tasted like they came out of a can and only the cheese gave it flavor. The shredded beef did have good flavor but the plantains weren't sweet as they were still a bit green. The arepita was deep fried and was as dense as the stuffed arepas; it wasn't good. I ordered the house aji and it was just canned pickled jalapeños and carrots blended up.They've been opened for 3yrs but I don't think we'll be returning any time soon. The food was lacking in flavor; very little effort is being put into the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Kristina Wohnsiedler
I love this place. I recommend it . You will feel like home !
Maracaibo Bistro is a superb restaurant!!! The food was outstanding, and the staff was really friendly and it was a lot of fun hanging out with them!!! The restaurant was really setup nice as well, and they even have a stage and awesome speakers…Wesmar is a 5 star server!!!Very nice and friendly and made our visit so much fun!!! Thank you so much Maracaibo Bistro!!! Look forward to coming back to visit yall again soon!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mini Empanadas, Tacos
Daniel Urdaneta
We went down to VA Beach and stopped at this place, have to say the food was very good! We got tequeños, cachapas with cheese and pulled chicken , passion fruit juice, all hit the spot!Server was awesome, and if I'm not mistaken the owner/manager was around greeting the customers.I'll be back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cachapas, Tequenos
Pilmarys Castañeda
Super good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ANIMAL
Delicious food, great appetizers, awesome service, and friendly staff. Tasty Venezuelan and Colombian food, the best empanadas in Virginia Beach. Visit them you won't regret it. I recommend it!!
Welcoming, energetic , clean environment. Host was very nice and friendly. Shall come again not only to eat but to check out their Night Club ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cazuela De Mariscos, Sampler Maracaibo
Brenda Soto
First time here, the food was delicious. The hostess was great. It has a home feeling atmosphere!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sampler Maracaibo
Felix soto
Everything was excellent. As soon as we walked in we were greeted promptly. Hosted was awesome and on top of thing. will definitely return for more food. They also have a great menu.
They have recovered their quality in food with prices adjusted to the market and good quantity. The pleasant atmosphere and very good service100% recommended for those who do not know the gastronomy of Venezuela.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patacones, Asado Negro Plato Venezolano, Sopa de Pollo
Kathleen Staten
Great 1st experience! Will definitely be back...Absolutely the BEST, freshest guacamole I've EVER had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J.P. Pau Pito
People are really nice, food is awesome and prices are more than reasonable.Parking: Parking in front of the restaurant
Stopped by with a guest to try the cuisine for the first time. Service was good and the atmosphere was inviting. The food on the other hand was a bit below par.We started with the mini empanadas; it came with 2 ground beef, 2 shredded chicken, 1 cheese. The Ground beef had a distinct flavor, we couldn't quite figured out the seasoning and the flavor didn't quite hit the mark. The chicken were on the bland side. The cheese was just mozzarella cheese. The empanada dough did have good flavor.We tried two of their stuffed arepas; shredded chicken and Reina Pepiada. The chicken was bland and the Reina Pepiada was too mayonnaise heavy. The arepas themselves were too dense and the texture was unappealing.My guest and I ordered the Pabellón Criollo: I ordered it with shredded beef and my guest ordered it with a steak. We both ordered it with the egg over easy and the steak medium rare. The eggs both came out over hard and the steak came out well done. The rice was good, the beans tasted like they came out of a can and only the cheese gave it flavor. The shredded beef did have good flavor but the plantains weren't sweet as they were still a bit green. The arepita was deep fried and was as dense as the stuffed arepas; it wasn't good. I ordered the house aji and it was just canned pickled jalapeños and carrots blended up.They've been opened for 3yrs but I don't think we'll be returning any time soon. The food was lacking in flavor; very little effort is being put into the food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
I love this place. I recommend it . You will feel like home !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pabellon Criollo, Quesillo, Lomito Maracaibo, Tostones, Cachapas, Tequenos, Mini Empanadas, Arepas Rellenas, Hamburger, Tacos Maracaibo, Bistec Encebollado, Cazuela De Mariscos, Tacos, Sampler Maracaibo, Parrilla Maracaibo, Arepas Cabimera, Pataconsitos, Arepitas
Maracaibo Bistro is a superb restaurant!!! The food was outstanding, and the staff was really friendly and it was a lot of fun hanging out with them!!! The restaurant was really setup nice as well, and they even have a stage and awesome speakers…Wesmar is a 5 star server!!!Very nice and friendly and made our visit so much fun!!! Thank you so much Maracaibo Bistro!!! Look forward to coming back to visit yall again soon!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mini Empanadas, Tacos
We went down to VA Beach and stopped at this place, have to say the food was very good! We got tequeños, cachapas with cheese and pulled chicken , passion fruit juice, all hit the spot!Server was awesome, and if I'm not mistaken the owner/manager was around greeting the customers.I'll be back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cachapas, Tequenos
Super good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, great appetizers, awesome service, and friendly staff. Tasty Venezuelan and Colombian food, the best empanadas in Virginia Beach. Visit them you won't regret it. I recommend it!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pabellon Criollo, Lomito Maracaibo, Tequenos, Mini Empanadas, Arepas Rellenas, Sampler Maracaibo, Pataconsitos, Arepitas
Welcoming, energetic , clean environment. Host was very nice and friendly. Shall come again not only to eat but to check out their Night Club ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cazuela De Mariscos, Sampler Maracaibo
First time here, the food was delicious. The hostess was great. It has a home feeling atmosphere!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sampler Maracaibo
Everything was excellent. As soon as we walked in we were greeted promptly. Hosted was awesome and on top of thing. will definitely return for more food. They also have a great menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Good service somewhat expensive for what is given
They have recovered their quality in food with prices adjusted to the market and good quantity. The pleasant atmosphere and very good service100% recommended for those who do not know the gastronomy of Venezuela.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Patacones, Asado Negro Plato Venezolano, Sopa de Pollo
Great 1st experience! Will definitely be back...Absolutely the BEST, freshest guacamole I've EVER had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
People are really nice, food is awesome and prices are more than reasonable.Parking: Parking in front of the restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tostones, Cachapas, Tequenos, Mini Empanadas, Bistec Encebollado, Bandeja Paisa, Sampler Maracaibo, Arepitas
Best Venezuelan food I've ever had and I've been to Venezuela before. Highly recommend!