Gran Penol Restaurant & Bar — Restaurant in Lynn

Gran Peñol is one of those restaurants that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled onto something special. From the moment you walk in, the energy is warm and inviting, with the sounds and flavors of Colombia filling the room.

The food is the star here—big, hearty plates like the bandeja paisa are cooked with care, and the fried red snapper is crisp and delicate all at once. Even the empanadas, often an afterthought elsewhere, are done perfectly—golden, savory, and addictive.

What sets Gran Peñol apart isn’t just the food, though. It’s the people. The staff treat you like family, guiding newcomers through the menu while remembering regulars by name. That kind of hospitality is rare, and it makes the experience linger long after the last bite.

Gran Peñol isn’t just dinner—it’s a celebration of culture, flavor,...

We just left the restaurant and I’m already thinking about coming back! The food was absolutely delicious — the rice, beans, nachos, and ceviche were all spectacular. Everything was fresh, generously served, beautifully presented, and very reasonably priced.

But what truly made the experience unforgettable was our server, Lorena. She has such an incredible energy — so kind, attentive, and genuinely sweet. She welcomed us with a warm smile and walked us through the menu with so much love, it felt like we were guests in her own home. Lorena turned a great meal into an unforgettable experience.

We left feeling completely satisfied. I was so hungry I barely had time to take photos of the rest of the food — which just proves how amazing it was. Thank you, Lorena, for making our evening so special. We’ll...

Everytime I order delivery or go to pick up the food they never put salads when it explicitly states they come with salads ive ordered a total of 6 pollo a la plancha and only 2 came with salad ONLY because i stated DONT FORGET THE SALAD through their website. When ordering through any delivery app you cant add comments at all for allergies or for stating Dont forget the salad....2 other times I've ordered manzana drinks they are not in the bag either when i go to pick it up myself...$12 total from 2 different days worth of...