Dulce Vida Latin Bistro

This cozy Manhattan spot serves classic Colombian comfort food, from rich ajiaco soup to fresh arepas and empanadas.

  • Mon – Thu, 12:00 – 21:00; Fri, 12:00 – 22:00; Sat, 10:30 – 22:00; Sun, 10:30 – 21:00
  • $$
  • 309 East 83rd Street
  • 4.2 (648 reviews)

Description

Beyond the baseline staples, the kitchen turns out churrasco, sancocho, and cazuela de frijoles, alongside plates of bandeja paisa and arroz con pollo, finishing with sweets like a lime and mango dessert. The colorful dining room keeps things lively, though the experience can depend on the day; guests report mixed feedback on the service, which ranges from warm and helpful to occasionally brusque.

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