"You’ve been tasked with organizing a double date with just two hours' notice, there’s a birthday involved, and you’re stressed. The solution is this Nicaraguan restaurant. This place is walk-in only and you might have to wait. But things move quickly and ordering for four is as simple as saying, “Can I have one bandeja please?” It’s a lazy susan filled with dishes like indio viejo, queso frito, chicharrones, grilled beef, chicken, and pork among a mountain of other delicious things. After bellies are full, pretend to go to the bathroom so you can sneakily tell your server it's Todd's birthday. Prepare for streamers, sparklers, and a very loud birthday chant." - mariana trabanino, ryan pfeffer