I was thrilled to see this place open for the first time when I stopped for lunch today, but somewhat let down at their menu, service, and selection. The first time I came to the window, the proprietor informed me that they didn’t currently take credit cards(the equipment has been ordered and should be in soon), so I went out for cash and came back with some to place my order. I have only had a limited introduction to Colombian food, so I came with an open mind, looking to sample what there was to try. I arrived on a Wednesday, and found they were already out of dessert; apparently that’s the good stuff, and they sold out quickly and only re-stock once a week. I ended up ordering the arepas and a panadita. The menu doesn’t list prices, but the total for the two was $ 6, tax included. The arepas was a thick cheesy flat bread made of coarse-ground corn. It had an mild flavor that the kids and I both agreed was enjoyable, if not addictive. The panadita was a fried corn pocket filled with shredded beef, vegetables and spices. The flavor was a malange of delicious spiciness, and as I was eating it I was reminded both of samosas and of knishes. the same kind of mashed-spicy-food-surrounded-by-fried-bread was at play there. There was a lot here that could be better. The(current/temporary?) inability to process credit cards is inconvenient. Service was slow. The menu could stand to have better pictures and better explanation of the food(and prices!). I also look forward to trying their dessert at a time when they haven’t already run out for the week. That said, this was fine for an early experience, and while I’m not a fan, it is a place I look forward to trying again in the future, and hopefully adding an update when I do.
