Parador Caleño
Restaurant · Sunnyside ·
Authentic Colombian classics, giant portions, and a welcoming family vibe.
Authentic Colombian classics, giant portions, and a welcoming family vibe.
"A half-deflated Father’s Day balloon here, a Valentine’s Day teddy bear there: it’s love at first sight of the seasonally agnostic decor at this family-run restaurant in Sunnyside. But it’s their comforting, homey food that transforms this into a long-term relationship. The beef empanadas are amazing, with a rich, stewy filling, and the braised tongue in thick, fragrant creole sauce (only available on weekends) might be our favorite item on the menu. Get them with a side of crunchy yet moist tostones." - molly fitzpatrick, bryan kim
"Bandeja tipica? Lengua en salsa? It's hard to choose when faced with the extensive menu of comforting, homestyle food at this family-run Colombian restaurant in Sunnyside, but we can tell you this: No matter what else you order, at least a few empanadas de carne need to be on your table. The filling is like a rich, deeply flavorful beef stew, and the corn wrapper is a great hybrid of crunchy and chewy." - will hartman, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, monica prestia
"Bandeja tipica? Lengua en salsa? It's hard to choose when faced with the extensive menu of comforting, homestyle food at this family-run Colombian restaurant in Sunnyside, but we can tell you this: No matter what else you order, at least a few empanadas de carne need to be on your table. The filling is like a rich, deeply flavorful beef stew, and the corn wrapper is a great hybrid of crunchy and chewy." - will hartman, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, monica prestia
"A half-deflated Father’s Day balloon here, a Valentine’s Day teddy bear there: it’s love at first sight of the seasonally agnostic decor at this family-run restaurant in Sunnyside. But it’s their comforting, homey food that transforms this into a long-term relationship. The beef empanadas are amazing, with a rich, stewy filling, and the braised tongue in thick, fragrant creole sauce (only available on weekends) might be our favorite item on the menu. Get them with a side of crunchy yet moist tostones." - molly fitzpatrick, bryan kim
"If you arrive at Parador Caleño with a group, don’t sweat it. The owner of this excellent family-run Colombian restaurant in Sunnyside will be more than happy to push a couple of smaller tables together to accommodate you. “You’re at home,” he might say, waving away your attempts to thank him. You’ll soon notice that almost everyone in the restaurant is greeted with warm familiarity, and addressed as “princess” or “reina.” By the time the owner personally distributes a farewell Blow Pop to each member of your party, you’ll aspire to become a regular, too. photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte photo credit: Kate Previte Pause Unmute At Parador Caleño, you can play I Spy with a red-white-and-blue “Let Freedom Ring” banner, a Valentine’s Day teddy bear, a half-deflated Father’s Day helium balloon, and a Christmas elf figurine—all at the same time. If the decor is seasonally incoherent, it’s probably because Parador Caleño is busy paying close attention to the comforting, homey food. The empanadas are a must-order, but they’re only the beginning. From the moment your bandeja tipica arrives, topped with a beautifully jammy egg yolk, you’ll know you’re in for a treat. Food Rundown Empanada De Carne Amazing. The filling is like a rich beef stew, and the corn wrapper is a great hybrid of crunchy and chewy. photo credit: Kate Previte Bandeja Tipica Everything on this platter is just about perfectly cooked, but the carne asada in particular is juicy and flavorful. photo credit: Kate Previte Lengua En Salsa This lovely braised beef tongue is only available on weekends, so rearrange your calendar accordingly. It’s incredible, and even better with a side of crunchy yet moist tostones to dip in thick, fragrant, cumin-laced creole sauce. Pargo Rojo Frito The fried red snapper is beautifully seasoned and beautifully cooked. There’s a crunch to the caramelized skin, but the flesh inside is moist and flaky. photo credit: Kate Previte Costillas Al BBQ This wouldn’t be our tippy-top choice for an entree here, but it’s nevertheless a great one: The pork ribs are juicy and tender. photo credit: Kate Previte" - Molly Fitzpatrick
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