Top Latin American restaurants in Sarasota, United States

My husband & I had one of the BEST Mexican meals we’ve ever had today at this restaurant! I had the Tempura Battered Mahi Tacos & my husband had the steak fajitas which came on a hot sizzling platter with 3 boiling sauces: melted butter, sour cream sauce & a creamy queso sauce that I used on my tacos. The homemade salsa with the chips was so good I brought it home! We can’t wait to go back!!! And the decor & atmosphere with the open-air front doors was wonderful!!’

Went for brunch last week, the service and food was delicious I came back this weekend. The staff is awesome, they care and are very accommodating and professional. The quality of food is awesome as well. Please stop by for a great meal in downtown Sarasota.

A friend referred me to this restaurant. And I’m so glad he did. I happened to visit on taco Tuesday… All you can eat tacos… Yes please! The food was absolutely delicious and the service was fabulous. The decor is beautiful and festive with indoor and patio dining available. Oh and their margaritas are the best! Overall a great dining experience! I highly recommend when visiting downtown Sarasota!

My coworkers and I were in town for a business trip and came to El Melvin for a team dinner. We were sat right away and our server, Kyle, took excellent care of us. Kyle was very kind, attentive, and he made us feel so welcomed. The food and drinks were amazing! My coworkers had cocktails that they said were delicious. I had a mindful cocktail and it was tasty as well. The chips, salsa, and guac were so fresh and the steak fajitas were great. The atmosphere was chill and I loved all the art work around the restaurant. Thank you Kyle for taking care of us tonight, you made our experience even more enjoyable. Whenever I’m back in Sarasota, I’ll make a stop!

Good, balanced flavor —-we came an hour before closing, got speedy service and good food! The drinks were yummy, too! I had a classic margarita on the rocks, and my dining companion had an espresso martini – – Mucho gusto!

This place was amazing !!
Food was very tasty, Service was great and our waiter Nate was on point. The food came out quick and it was 8 of us. They sat us right away and drinks came on time. Their Mango margarita was strong and their jarrito were super cute. Definitely a place to hit while
In Sarasota.

No parking assigned to the restaurant but they have a parking garage near by and side spots all round

Decent Mexican food in downtown Sarasota. The chips are really good, but each bill had a charge for chips, but only one person actually ordered them. Overall, it's not bad and I will be back.

Excellent food and service. I spent over $100 for a family of 4. It was a bit pricey, but it was worth it.

Margaritas 🍹 are small, for the price. I feel like they should be bigger, especially with the amount of ice they put into the cup.

Just wow! I had to get the Cuban and the 1905 salad and it did not disappoint. Chadwick made sure we had the best service during our visit. It was a treat to watch him prepare our pitcher of sangria. I will be returning to the Tampa location soon!

The food was really good with good service. Made a reservation and had no wait, with a choice of inside or outside seating. The place was crowded, but did not seem cramped, there was enough room between tables that you felt you were alone. WE had the paella, black bean soup and the 1905 salad. The food is high quality.

First time here and the service and food was impeccable! Shawn was our server and he was very nice and accommodating. I brought my guests from Iowa here and they enjoyed it. I had the Salmon aurora and it was full of flavor and the right amount of crispy at the bottom. The hot Cuban bread that they served before our entrees was delicious too!

I had the absolute pleasure of dining at El Patio Latino, and I must say it was an unforgettable experience. The authenticity of the Peruvian cuisine transported my taste buds to a whole new level. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and a genuine sense of hospitality from the staff.

The service was nothing short of excellent, with every need attended to promptly and courteously. It's evident that the team at El Patio Latino takes great pride in providing top-notch service to their guests.

What truly sets El Patio Latino apart is the ambiance. The entire restaurant is adorned with stunning furniture straight from Peru, creating an atmosphere that's not just delicious but culturally immersive. It's like taking a culinary journey through Peru without leaving your table.

But the icing on the cake was when the owner personally came out to chat with us. Their passion for Peruvian cuisine and dedication to creating an authentic experience was palpable. It was fascinating to hear about their journey, and it added a personal touch to the meal.

While it's unfortunate to hear that the location in Peru has closed, it's clear that El Patio Latino's presence in Barcelona, Spain, and Sarasota, Florida, is thriving. It's no surprise that people are flocking to experience this exceptional taste of Peru in such wonderful destinations.

In conclusion, El Patio Latino is a culinary gem that offers not just outstanding Peruvian cuisine but also a heartfelt welcome and an immersive atmosphere. Whether you're in Barcelona or Sarasota, this restaurant is a must-visit for food enthusiasts and anyone looking for a taste of Peru's rich culinary heritage.
(I forgot to take pictures before I started to eat, it was delicious)

Best restaurant we’ve tried since we moved to Florida. From the appetizer (Papa a la Huancaina) to the Seafood Paella and even the desserts were over the top! The service was excellent! We’re still here and I can’t wait to comeback!!! Highly recommended!!!

We just had lunch and it was amazing as always especially considering the recent hurricane, Idalia! Many businesses experienced flooding on the circle. The restaurant was clean and ready to go. It was a great dining experience from our waiter Bill to our gift shop hostess, Jill. Bill was amazing sharing the history of our meals. Jill was so lovely, carefully wrapping our pottery purchases for travel. If I could give 10 stars, I would!!

Always lovely! They are renovating at the moment and the dining room is smaller than usual. Was a bit of a wait even though we had a reservation. But the food and service makes up for it and then some! Don't miss the lobster pasta, the sauce is good enough to eat with a spoon. And the flan is a dream.

The tapas sampler is great! The crab, mussels, and queso fundio were all excellent.

The service is great, and while not cheap, it is very reasonably priced for the portion size.

The wait staff is good and atmosphere nice but it gets very busy so be prepared for a wait.

Worth stopping at for sure if you are in the area.

My husband and I went here for lunch today and were blown away from start to finish! Our waitress, Sierra, was super friendly and attentive. The food was incredible! Even the bread they brought out before food was spectacular. We ordered the black bean cake tapas, gazpacho soup, and their famous Cuban sandwich. The black bean cakes were wonderful, the gazpacho the best we've ever had, and the Cuban sandwich huge - it also came with plantain chips! We shared a flan for dessert that was so light, creamy, and sweet. We had such a wonderful experience!

I've been there several times, and I'm leaving my review now. Every single time it was a pleasant experience. I love the way they prepare and mix the salad next to us before serving. I can't count how many different plates we ordered as a family but I can assure you it was a lot. If I'm going on vacation to the Sarasota area, I won't think twice going back there. My suggestion is ordering their paella if you like it. It's amazingly tasty!

Great restaurant. A must do when visiting St Armands Circle. Wonderful clean well laid out floor plan both inside and outside. Service was amazing. Ask for Chris, he is an awesome server. He was kind, patient and explained all options throughly and was very attentive but not too overbearing.

I’ve been to this location twice now and you can’t get a better location/atmosphere in my opinion! I love the open air dining! Both times I had their famous 1905 salad however the first time, they forgot the fresh lemon in the salad which I didn’t realize until the end. I was a bit disappointed because I felt like I hadn’t truly experienced the greatness of the salad in all of its glory. So the second time I went, I made sure they added in the lemon and as expected, it was even better!

Our server was amazing! We went during lunch/opening and were stressed out with personal matter and our server was very kind and understanding.
The food was ok. We loved the complimentary cancha frita! My spouse always get lomo saltado and it wasn’t his favorite. I eat a vegetarian diet and they were very accommodating but the beans leaft much to be desired. Excellent selection of drinks! Tasty chicha, and amazing yucca frita!! Wish we could have stayed for lucuma ice cream, next time.

This is a family favorite! Liz was amazing and has only been working there for 2 days as a waitress. We LOVED her! The kitchen was awesome and made my yucca fried upon request and it was INCREDIBLE. Ask for it fried its seriously so much better than steamed. My only complaint for my dish was that the rice was a bit overcooked and on the mushy side. My grandmother's dish contained beef with sausage and the sausage did not have the best texture within the beef but on its own it was tasty. Can't wait to dine in again with Liz!

Great restaurant, extremely good service, we loved everything and the paella💜(you can ask for salt if needed, was great for me, but my partner added a bit). Highly recommend.

Oh My Lanta! Stopped here for lunch because I saw the sign said Peruvian food, and I’m willing to try anything once. Can you say Yummm…. Delicious! My server is from Brazil 🇧🇷 and answered all my questions, and had suggestions. She brought me some roasted corn with a fresh spicy green pepper sauce to try. Very tasty. Chicke Tacu Tacu was out of this world. Topped off with Tostones. This Michigan girl would definitely come back! Give them a try. 😋

Real quiet. Food is excellent. Plenty of choices if some dishes appear too adventurous. My wife and I enjoyed the meal. Wine and beer choices are limited so imbibers beware if alcohol is mega important

We’ve always enjoyed the food at this place when we used to come here about 10 yrs ago. We wonder why we didn’t come back sooner. They have maintained the quality of their food. As you can see in my pictures, the food is fresh and plated beautifully. Everything tasted great. I would say the portions are adequate. I was quite worries at first seeing the price of the appetizers in the $14 and up range. But it was a huge portion of ceviche and causa that could have already been a meal for 2. We ended up taking home the arroz con mariscos and the lomo saltado since we were full after just the appetizers. The place is very clean, including the restroom. Our waitress was very friendly and was very good at explaining and offering suggestions. Will definitely be back sooner.

Love this family run spot. Many of the recipes are made from scratch and it shows.

I ate the chicken which was extremely tender and juicy. The green (I’m guessing cilantro) garlic sauce was a great option for dipping the chicken and fries. Couldn’t recommend the chicken enough.

Customer service was also great. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating as they offered to explain the menu as needed.