Cheap Latin American Food With Grilled Chicken And Beans

Tropical Grill keeps cheap Latin American food simple and filling. Grilled chicken, rice, and beans anchor the plates, and regulars treat the spot as a reliable neighborhood staple for portions that stretch a budget.

Inside, the setup is straightforward, with cafeteria seating that may feel unfamiliar at first glance, and many regulars skip the room entirely in favor of the quick delivery. Takeout is on offer too. The kitchen can slip on order accuracy, sometimes swapping black beans for red or mixing up drinks, which makes a quick check of the bag worthwhile before heading home.

Find it at 2419 2nd Ave in Manhattan, rated 4.0 from 252 reviews. Hours run 8 AM to 8 PM every day, which covers an early lunch through an after work dinner. Name the bean color when ordering and keep the plate classic with chicken, rice, and beans.