Encebollado, Al Pastor and Empanadas From Elmhurst to Jackson Heights

4.4 (657)

Mon – Thu, 10:00 – 18:00; Fri – Sun, 09:00 – 21:00

81-42 Baxter Avenue

Guayaco's on Baxter Avenue serves generous plates of Ecuadorian classics, led by hearty encebollado. Bolón de chicharrón, tortilla de verde and a standout fried fish share the table, every dish well seasoned, and the staff earn steady praise for caring service.

4.4 (743)

Mon – Tue, 09:00 – 03:00 (+1); Wed – Sun, 09:00 – 02:00 (+1)

96-06 Roosevelt Ave

A no-frills standing counter on Roosevelt Avenue, Taco Veloz keeps a short menu of street tacos on fresh corn tortillas. Al pastor, beef and carnitas come with a tangy sauce, Latin music plays, and the counter draws a late-night crowd. Eat standing or take it to go.

4.4 (758)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 21:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 22:00

90-04 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA

Warique goes past rotisserie chicken on 37th Avenue with a wider spread of Peruvian cooking. Order lomo saltado, aji de gallina with rocoto hot sauce or tallarines verdes, then homemade picarones. The room is tight and service can lag at peak hours.

4.7 (1,638)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 09:00 – 23:00; Fri – Sat, 09:00 – 23:30

81-03 Northern Blvd

A family-run Venezuelan kitchen on Northern Boulevard turning out oversized empanadas with a slightly sweet dough. Try guava con queso or mechada platano with white cheese, plus arepas and pepitos. House sauces come bundled free, and music keeps the cozy room cheerful.