Jamaica Plain Latin American Restaurants

Romantic

1. Bonfire

Neighborhood: Back Bay

for special-occasion romantic dinners or if you're high-rolling baller....

2. Orinoco Brookline…

Neighborhood: Brookline Village

pure exuberance to info:  1.  What you used to be here: crappy fish place.  2.  Now, a small romantically light u-shaped space.  In the center of the U is the bar, see more later.  Around the sides...

3. La Pupusa Guanaca

Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

I'm obsessed with this place.  You can feast for under $5.  Papusas for a buck, empenadas to die for, and beautiful tostadas.  A good soundtrack.  Bring a date.  It's always romantic.  And it's all...

4. Taqueria Mexico

Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

If what you're looking for is authentic, flavorful Mexican food without flair, this place is it.  Don't go for a romantic evening with the new girlfriend, but definitely stop by for homemade burritos...

5. Orinoco

Neighborhood: South End

and familiar-sounding menu items--no coulis, semi-freddo, foie gras, foam, or other foreign-born or elaborate ingredients here.    Festive, check.  Romantic, check.  Outdoor seating in summer, check...

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Wine Selection

1. Orinoco

Neighborhood: South End

the asado negro, was very dry and disappointing. A nice selection of South American wines help make the wait seem shorter. If you would like to truly enjoy your experience here, I would recommend...

2. Mango Grill

selections were fantastic and under 10 bucks -  Friendliness of the Chef & our lovely server Samantha  accompanied by excellent food was absolutely delightful ! Beer n Wine only :) which works for me...

3. La Casa De Pedro

a little disappointed with the rather small selection of dishes. We finally agreed to each get a salad, and then try three of the Tapas. First came the baked cheese, which i thought was rubbery...

4. Taqueria Mexico

Neighborhood: Coolidge Corner

The burritos contain refried beans and lettuce and taste good -- just different than Anna and Boca.  There is also more of a selection of other food, like chicken mole chile rellenos, which is a nice change...

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