Their food is still really good, but the service got so much worse.
Truly delicious food here. No complaints about that. But the service is a whole other story. It used to be really good, but it's gotten worse as it got more famous.
We arrived early, around 5. But as time went by and more people showed up, we saw tables that had arrived later getting their food before us. Our waiter tried his best to keep us in a good mood, but a whole 1 HOUR and 30 minutes went without anything.
We got up to leave, and they brought in the food just as we were leaving, just to make us pay for the food that was already late.
This is poor service, I really cannot recommend it anymore. 1 hour and 30 minutes is absurd. Made even more inexcusable when other people were getting their foods (and No, they hadn't ordered on the phone, because they sat and were handed menus and ordered, I saw clearly).
Worst part is that this has been happening for some time now. On our last 2 visits we waited a lot, and saw other people that came in earlier get their food later.
It's a shame. They used to be one of my favorite restaurants. But the service needs a whole rework.
Would lower it to 2 stars if not for our excellent waiter who did everything in his power to try to speed up our food, and for their originally good service years ago.
Overall, you can visit for the good dining and decent atmosphere, but if it's too full, don't bother cause the service takes a massive hit and you could be as disappointed as I...
Read moreEl Rincón del Sabor truly lives up to its name — a hidden gem full of flavor and heart. My wife and I stopped in for a casual meal and ended up having one of the most satisfying dining experiences we’ve had in a while. I ordered the chicken wings with rice and beans, and every bite was packed with flavor. The wings were perfectly seasoned and cooked just right — crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The rice and beans were the perfect complement, full of that authentic home-cooked taste that’s hard to find these days.
My wife had the chicken stew, and she couldn’t stop raving about it. The chicken was tender and well-marinated, served in a rich, savory sauce that tasted like it had been simmering for hours. It came with a generous portion and was the kind of meal that warms your soul. You could really tell the kitchen puts love and care into every dish.
The service was just as impressive as the food. The staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. They made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing, and it added to the comfortable, family-style atmosphere of the restaurant.
Overall, El Rincón del Sabor exceeded our expectations. Great food, great service, and a place that makes you feel like you’re part of the family. We’re already looking forward to our next visit. Highly...
Read moreThis was my first time visiting with my wife and kids (adults). I had gone to their previous location, some years back. We were seated quickly and given time to look at the menu. The server was excellent. He seated, brought us bread, and served us the wine we selected, which was a tasty cabernet savignon. I asked for a small bowl of French onion soup. It was so delicious. For the entrée, I ordered a stuffed chicken breast with bacon and cheese. My family ordered steaks, medium cooked. The food did not take long, and it was served piping hot, as it should be. We all loved the meals. The flavor was just right, and the steaks were served on a hot cast iron plate. We ate everything! Then we ordered flan and fried cheese cake to share. We had a great experience, and they also had nice jazzy background music. The price was reasonable. I highly...
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