Tienda Vieja — Restaurant in New York

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Tienda Vieja for my daughter Communion Celebration, and I can confidently say that it deserves every one of these five stars! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm smile and a welcoming atmosphere that immediately made me feel at home.

The customer service at Tienda Vieja is truly exceptional. The staff is attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. Our server Geral took the time to explain the specials of the day and even offered great recommendations based on our preferences. It was clear that the entire team is dedicated to providing an outstanding dining experience. They checked in on us regularly without being intrusive, making sure our drinks were always full and that we had everything we needed.

Each dish we ordered was a delightful masterpiece. The flavors were bold and well-balanced, showcasing the chef's expertise and making you feel at home(Colombia)

The ambiance of the restaurant adds to the overall experience, with its charming decor and inviting vibe. It’s the perfect spot for a casual dinner or a special celebration. We left Tienda Vieja feeling satisfied and eager to return, as there are so many more dishes and drinks to try!

If you’re looking for a place that combines excellent customer service, top-notch food, and delightful drinks, Tienda Vieja is definitely the place to go....

Went here today based on the Google Reviews and Photos, and am I ever so happy that I did.

First, it is on a quiet street and has a very neighborhood, local feel to it. Plenty of parking, and the outdoor seating area is comfortable, appropriately distanced, and there is a tent as well as fans, to keep things cool and comfortable under the summer sun.

Second, the place is clean and neat. Bathroom was very clean.

Third, our waitress (Geraldine) and another woman (Catalina) were very friendly, welcoming, and made sure that we loved our food and drinks.

Which brings me to the fourth item...the food and drinks. Absolutely perfect. We got a pitcher of the Red Sangria (and it is one of the best I've ever had, and I've tried many). Appetizers were Empanadas with Cheese, and Sweet Plantain with Guava and Cheese - both of which were perfect! For the main course, we got the Paella with Seafood and Chicken - which comes with a side of salad and plantains - and it was absolutely fresh, flavorful, and delicious! We were 2 people and there was enough Paella for 4 people.

Lastly, the prices were EXCELLENT! It was an all around wonderful experience for a Sunday afternoon! I can't wait to go back and try other dishes.

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This place has good food, on days it's a little bit off as if they rotate chefs or something. The service sucks and they are extremely cheap when it comes to giving sauce. The other day i spent close to $40 and all they gave me was one sauce. This place would be a lot better if the staff was friendlier and if it was more authentic. If you go to a colombian place on Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights, you would see the big difference in how a colombian restaurant should be ran. This is not located in a colombian neighborhood so this place definitely needs employees who speak fluent English. It bothers me how much potential this place has but doesn't use it to their advantage. If another colombian restaurant opened down the block, this restaurant would go out of business. I eat here because the food is almost always good and it's the only option. I think it's unfortunate and i think they should work on making it a better colombian restaurant. Colombian people have a lot of pride and always strive in being the best, so i guess i just expect it from this place and they always seem to let me down. I hope if this place reads this, they take this as advice and something positive rather than get mad and take...