47 Best Latin American Restaurants in New York

“It was a very pleasant experience. The food was 100% recommended, delicious and unique in flavor. The atmosphere was super cool, and the waiter, ANDRES, gave us the best recommendations. We had a very delicious and enjoyable dinner, and we will definitely be back.“

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

“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“

“This is my favorite place in the entire neighborhood! The service is wonderful, it’s small and intimate, feels like a real gem. It’s got a relaxed non-pretentious atmosphere. I come here on a whim OFTEN. Their signature drink Canelazo is the BEST cocktail i think i’ve ever tasted from anywhere, I crave it frequently, there’s just nothing like it. It’s unique and sexy, ugh, this place is a HIT HIT HIT.“

“Endroit magnifique, décoré avec beaucoup de goût ! Les plats sont aussi beaux que bons, une cuisine travaillée et raffinée.. Le personnel accueillant et très professionnel ! Nous recommandons largement ! Allez-y les yeux fermés et les papilles ouvertes! 🌺“

“Great food and drinks Great atmosphere. Professional staff.“

“the staff :kelvin, haydee and wendy, the servers, the chef, the music, the food and drinks are beyond your imagination 👌 great music that relax your mind and soul...that place is CanaveNYC!! 100% Recommended, the atmosphere it's beyond AMAZING 👏, I highly recommend CanaveNYC.“

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

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

“Great spot for lunch to dinner. Kind of a all-day, everyday spot. Serving from noon till late night. Great comfort Latin American cuisine. Full service restaurant and bar.“

“Crazy good empanadas - my partner and I shared the empanada flight as a takeout order, and I'll be thinking about these for a while. Nice variety of fillings, crusts, and sauces - definitely recommend ordering the flight to get acquainted with everything Titi's has to offer. In particular the puff pastry crusts were so flaky and buttery, but the corn and platano shells are great too. So glad to have this place in the neighborhood and can't wait to return.“

“The overall experience was just okay. The food was good but the service could have been better. The lady was very disengaged and got our order wrong. The atmosphere was nice and I’m not going to knock the fact that it was a small space. They made good use of the space but I wish they had slightly larger tables for the size of plates that they bring out. The music was at a good volume since I could still carry conversations, which was nice.

I didn’t mind the wait for the food and again it was fine for the price point.

I would recommend and probably go again but for different reasons.“

“muy buena atención y rica comida“

“Amazing place I’ve been eating there for 11 years!! Their staff is ever so kind to everyone. Food is affordable and delicious. The restaurant is in a good location near tons of apartments so it’s good to order food and good to go down there and dine!! 110% recommend food is fresh and cultural.kid friendly towards being treated and also with the food portions

Kid-friendliness: I’ve went there when I was really little not once have I ever gotten food I haven’t loved I used to go in there confident in what I wanted to get and the portions were just small enough for me to eat with barley and left overs“

“Really hyped, and with a lot of reviews, the expectations were high.

What was good?
When for starters the chicken was indeed quite good. But in the context of other Peruvian chicken I’ve had in the past, it was not extraordinary. Yes the skin was crispy and the meat was juicy. The arroz chaufa hit all the savory notes that I was looking for too. The sangria didn’t disappoint either.

What was bad?
Overall, not too much other than the sporadic and slightly chaotic service. Not necessarily any marks against Pio Pio for this, I think it was just a busy night.

The main issue I had was the frozen chicken used in the arroz chaufa. In a restaurant that is known for its chicken, you wouldn’t think they would cheap out on it at any point. But, this was simply not the case. It was dry, chewy, and clearly not as fresh as their rotisserie chicken.

It didn’t scare me off entirely from going back, but I was disappointed to say the least. Most people have extremely low bars for chicken as a meat they would spend money on at a restaurant. Don’t give people a reason to complain I just don’t get it. Looking back on it, I would have said something or sent the dish back, not because I’m an asshole, but because I know they can do better.“

“Best food in the neighborhood. Been coming here for 4 years and have yet to be disappointed. You literally cannot go wrong, but my favorites are the oxtail, the pernil, and the stewed chicken. Don’t forgot to add either yellow rice or rice with black beans and some extra pinto beans to top it off.“

“A true authentic Dominican experience. This is the closest flavors to the food I grew up with, compared to what I've had at home and from visiting family in Dominican Republic. No gate-keeping! I want to make sure they get all the love and recognition they deserve. What incredible food, the options rotate daily, they don't have a menu. Not even sure if they have a phone, so just pop in and get your fix! The lady working the counter is incredibly sweet and you can tell cares for her patrons and the community.

Sin duda una de la mejores comida Dominicana en el alto Manhattan, y son bien amable.“

“Let me say this and they don’t know ! Own my own food establishments and this place reminded me of the standard that I strive for. . 5 stars hand down . Took a party of eight out of DC and wow let me say . Thanks again for the great everything ❤️“

“The food was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend my friends to eat there and I will come back.“

“Delicious reasonably priced food and excellent service!“

“Delicious Peruvian and Chinese food. The service is very attentive.“

“Comida Buenisima... Lo único tienes que pedir los platos iguales como estan en la carta... Eramos 4 y nos cobraron 5 platos... Deberian de cambiar esto no todas las personas pueden comer el plato exacto como lo tienen... ppr un mofongo aparte nos cobraron el plato del mofongo completo...“

“QUE FANTASTICO WOW !!!!! The staff is so kind, food AMAZING, sitting area is vibes. 10/10 no notes HIT THE SPOT SO GOOD. Crispy patacon with SOFT MADUROS INSIDE + avocado + beans + tomato + lettuce + delicious sauce - it is the dream of a vegetarian venezolana!!!“

“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“

“Staying at a hotel 2 minutes walk away from this great little gem of a restaurant!

Had a tasty breakfast with eggs, home fries and toast along with their brewed coffee.

Fast and very pleasant service and oodles of character/atmosphere coupled with low prices. Good selection of American and Latin American items on the menu along with daily specials featuring the latter cuisine.

Highly recommended for those that like little diner-type establishments!“

“This was my first time at this place, and it was actually quite pleasant inside. The decor and ambiance were quite classy and clean. I made reservations beforehand but it wasn’t necessary as It was empty when we arrived, just as they had opened. I’m not sure if you need one later on at night. The music was okay, depending on your preference for genre. I had hoped for a wider variety of music, including merengue, salsa, bachata, dembow, reggaeton, hip-hop, and R&B, but it was mostly salsa, merengue, and bachata, which is fine if that’s your preference.

The food was delicious! We ordered from their brunch menu. I had the churrasco with eggs and asparagus, which was tasty. The mimosas were also delicious, and the server kept them coming. The unlimited brunch lasted exactly two hours. We stayed a bit longer and ordered a pitcher of coconut margarita, which was also great. The hookah was $40 initially and $25 for each refill. The hookah was also great! Not harsh and lasted a long time.

This is a good place if you’re hosting a private event and want the place to yourself.“

“This little gem of a restaurant serves some of the best Dominican food I have eaten in my entire life.

Marinated grilled steak, roast chicken, fried plantains, Mofongo, fried Yucca… Everything is delicious, the restaurant is a beautiful little gem box, and the owner is elegant and wonderful.

The prices are modest we loved everything.“

“Their club sandwich is a 10/10 and the price is unbeatable. I intended on taking it to go but went for a quick bite and finished it soon after. It’s very rare that I eat something and not wish the sweet or spices or overall flavors were more but this is truly the best amount of everything. All flavors are the perfect amount and the bread and shredded soft chicken complement each other perfectly. And the fries are the best type and so fresh so even the smaller pieces are crispy on the outside but still pillowy on the inside. My words cannot do it justice you need to try for yourself. The man who served me was also very nice.“

“I stopped by this little restaurant and was pleasantly surprised by how good everything was. I ordered a mangú con tres golpes and it was absolutely on point, well prepared, flavorful, and just the comfort food I was craving. The jugo de Chinola was not overly sweet and it was just right and refreshing, as it should be.

The service was just as great. Yadira took care of us with a big smile, quick service, and genuine kindness that made the experience even better. For such a small spot, it really delivers in both taste and hospitality.

Recommended 100%“

“Although very chaotic when ordering The food here is spot on most of the meals I get from here make me take a nap at lunch which is a good thing I do recommend this place's food just make sure to go when it's not so crowded it feels like the stock exchange“

“👍 perfect........................“

“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“

“Great atmosphere! Excellent food! Fast service!“

“Best chicharrón you'd ever taste. I can't leave without getting some. I have 4 food spots I drive over an hour to on purpose, out of my way, to get their food; this is one of them. The staff is quick and efficient, they are always on top of everything and you be crazy not to take a step in and be hypnotized by the smells of some of the most mouth-watering flavors you'll ever try in your life.“

“Desde Puerto Rico PAL mundo …el mejor bistec encebollado y mejor pollo desde NY a China“

“The French toast stuffed with cream cheese and berries was fabulous!“

“Had a wonderful evening with my aunt. The service, food and drinks was excellent.“

“The food was very good. Our table ordered a sampling platter and everything on it was delicious. I also ordered a pollo monfango which was very filling and satisfying. However, despite the good food we were really the only people in the restaurant and our wait for our food was over an hour. We were a party of 5 which may have contributed to it, though.“

“Best tres leches in the world so soft & well made that you can really enjoy the flavors! The cake itself is Delicious I been a big fan of this tres leches for many years now & wouldn't change it for no other.“

“Great place to eat - we need to support our mom and pop restaurants!“

“I have loved going here, such a gem on the UES. Their sancocho is life-healing for all ailments! I was throwing a party for some friends and wanted to serve great food, so I called Dulce Vida. Maria was incredibly helpful! She portioned out amounts for 10 people with me over the phone, organized the menu, and delivered exactly on time. My guests and I adored the mini empanadas and arroz con pollo, not to mention the plantains that are so delicious! Highly recommend <3“

“Yum. Loved combo #1 for my family, chicken + rice + beans + tostones. Thank you!“

“Came here for happy hr since Papasito was closed for renovations. I’m glad I did come here, I had a great experience. I was worried the mofongo wouldn’t taste authentic because it was so beautifully presented, but I was wrong. It was delicious as was the happy hr drink I had, I forgot the name but it’s Jack Daniels and fruit punch. The hookah was the best I’ve had in a very long time (40 cash). The server I had was great. I’ll be back soon ?.“

“buena comida en un bonito lugar y con muy buen servicio“

“Home atmosphere with kind service, if you don't mind eating the best in home cooked cuisine in a totally authentic Dominican restaurant frequented mostly by its local clientele. I very much prefer it over the other highly commercialized Dominican restaurants in upper Manhattan's Dominican City, such as Caridad.“

“My wife and I have been coming to this restaurant since they've been on Bway and now moved to St Nicholas. We've always acknowledged the Grill Man (bald headed) . We've always enjoyed our meals 😀 Matter of fact I'm on my way to get a whole Chicken 🐔 because it's that good and I'm coming from the Bronx 🤘“