Orinoco (Brookline) 🍖🌮

Recently visited Orinoco, a Latin American restaurant near Brookline Rd! 🇻🇪 I was first drawn to this place by their version of a "meat-stuffed bun" while browsing for restaurants, so I grabbed my Korean and German lab colleagues for a food adventure! 👨‍🔬👭 The restaurant is cozy but filled with vibrant Latin American charm. My German colleague particularly loved it, saying, "It doesn’t try too hard to be fancy like many American restaurants—the casual and comfortable vibe feels just like Europe." 💫 🥙 The Arepa (their "meat-stuffed bun") tasted almost identical to the Chinese roujiamo! The only difference was the addition of cheese and tomatoes. So fragrant and utterly satisfying with every bite! 💖 🍖 The grilled lamb chops were tender and juicy, topped with crushed roasted pistachios for extra aroma and texture. The green sauce served alongside was unique—a bit unusual at first taste, but surprisingly addictive when paired with the meat! The side salad with its tangy dressing was refreshing and appetizing. 😋 My German colleague ordered the steak and enjoyed it thoroughly. 🥩 We ended the meal with their chocolate cake—a sweet finish that left everyone at the table happy! 🍫 Overall rating: 8/10 (My Korean colleague even gave it a solid 7.5/10!) 🌟🌟 #BostonEats #LatinAmericanCuisine #Orinoco #BrooklineFoodTour