Tienda Guatemalteca El Quetzalito

A Brooklyn market and eatery pairing home-style Guatemalan dishes with imported Central American groceries and snacks.

  • Mon – Thu, Sat – Sun, 07:00 – 00:30 (+1); Fri, 07:30 – 00:30 (+1)
  • 5507 5th Ave
  • 2.7 (63 reviews)

Description

This Latino-owned storefront offers a slice of home with its traditional delicatessen selection and inviting atmosphere. However, the visitor experience is often defined by a mix of appreciation and friction. Customers praise the authenticity of the Guatemalan specialties, but some report frequent communication barriers with the Spanish-speaking staff and unexpected gaps in menu staples. Additionally, the shop is known to experience unreliable card payment systems, occasionally requiring manual card processing or alternative payment methods.


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