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Welcome to Chef Ito’s Latin Cuisine .It’s our goal to offer our customers the most Authentic Latin foods as possible with friendly service in a warm and inviting atmosphere.We’re passionate about cooking the best Latin food and it’s a dream come true to open our restaurant in Waco,Texas we can share this passion with our community. Savory dishes From Mexico – Cuba – Puerto Rico -Colombia – Peru – Venezuelan – Panama -Costa Rica Arepas – Mofongo – Cuban Sandwich – Tripleta – Lechon-
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Address: 8100 Woodway Dr, Woodway, TX 76712
Phone: (254) 294-8283
Website: http://www.chefitos.com/
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Reviews
Mgl Bz
Let’s talk about Chefito in Union Grove.
As a Latino, I was excited to try a new place like this in Waco, TX.
When I learned they had Puerto Rican dishes, I got even more excited.
I’m from that beautiful island called Puerto Rico.
Looking at the menu, I realized they had several dishes from my island on the menu.
The excitement and desire to visit this place led me to Chefito in Union Grove; but I didn’t expect what I discovered.
Everyone knows the only place to get authentic Puerto Rican food is in Killeen.
But driving for almost an hour every time you crave something similar isn’t an option.
When I arrived, I saw they had Mofongo, Rice and Peas, Yuca Frye, and Pastelillos.
And so, coincidentally, my order was large just as excitement, but the reality hit me fast.
It’s not that it was bad, but the flavor of good Puerto Rican food wasn’t found in any of the dishes.
The mofongo had a good flavor, but we didn’t mix the meat with the mofongo, so the meat didn’t have the flavor we usually give to meat.
They added too much water to the rice, so the rice wasn’t cooked properly.
Plus, it didn’t have enough salt to give it the flavor that a good Puerto Rican rice has.
That’s not even considering the spices or the “sazon” (seasoning) from my country.
The mayo ketchup, a sauce we used for some dishes in Puerto Rico, was a strange mix with a touch of mustard and some spices.
I also bought some cheese pupusas, which wasn’t too bad.
The only thing I have to mention were the Ropa Vieja pastries; they were on another level.
Except for my experience at Chefito, would I give it another try? Yes.
I was left wanting a tripleta, a three-meat sub that, if they could pull it off right, would change the history of that place.
Although we have to understand that it’s a place that combines Latin flavors in general, they don’t specialize solely in Puerto Rican food.
So, if you want to try authentic Puerto Rican food, this is a place where you can just get an idea of what it looks like. But it doesn’t truly taste like our food.
Now, something that I have to mention is that the amount of food served was insane.
Service wasn’t bad, although I never got contacted with anyone. Even the cashier didn’t say a thing to me.
That’s why the rating is so low.
… moreAs a Latino, I was excited to try a new place like this in Waco, TX.
When I learned they had Puerto Rican dishes, I got even more excited.
I’m from that beautiful island called Puerto Rico.
Looking at the menu, I realized they had several dishes from my island on the menu.
The excitement and desire to visit this place led me to Chefito in Union Grove; but I didn’t expect what I discovered.
Everyone knows the only place to get authentic Puerto Rican food is in Killeen.
But driving for almost an hour every time you crave something similar isn’t an option.
When I arrived, I saw they had Mofongo, Rice and Peas, Yuca Frye, and Pastelillos.
And so, coincidentally, my order was large just as excitement, but the reality hit me fast.
It’s not that it was bad, but the flavor of good Puerto Rican food wasn’t found in any of the dishes.
The mofongo had a good flavor, but we didn’t mix the meat with the mofongo, so the meat didn’t have the flavor we usually give to meat.
They added too much water to the rice, so the rice wasn’t cooked properly.
Plus, it didn’t have enough salt to give it the flavor that a good Puerto Rican rice has.
That’s not even considering the spices or the “sazon” (seasoning) from my country.
The mayo ketchup, a sauce we used for some dishes in Puerto Rico, was a strange mix with a touch of mustard and some spices.
I also bought some cheese pupusas, which wasn’t too bad.
The only thing I have to mention were the Ropa Vieja pastries; they were on another level.
Except for my experience at Chefito, would I give it another try? Yes.
I was left wanting a tripleta, a three-meat sub that, if they could pull it off right, would change the history of that place.
Although we have to understand that it’s a place that combines Latin flavors in general, they don’t specialize solely in Puerto Rican food.
So, if you want to try authentic Puerto Rican food, this is a place where you can just get an idea of what it looks like. But it doesn’t truly taste like our food.
Now, something that I have to mention is that the amount of food served was insane.
Service wasn’t bad, although I never got contacted with anyone. Even the cashier didn’t say a thing to me.
That’s why the rating is so low.
Vianey Suarez REALTOR
Absolutely incredible Puerto Rican food! The flavors were authentic, vibrant, and full of love in every bite. The mofongo with lechon was perfectly seasoned, tender, and rich with garlic and spices, while the arroz con gandules were bursting with flavor.
And the dessert—wow! The churros with ice cream were amazing. Every dish tasted homemade and brought that true island comfort to the table.
The service was just as amazing as the food, highly recommend!
… moreAnd the dessert—wow! The churros with ice cream were amazing. Every dish tasted homemade and brought that true island comfort to the table.
The service was just as amazing as the food, highly recommend!
Blair Schweiger
I miss food from Colombia, Ecuador, and the rest of Latin America, Chefitos hit all the right taste buds! Friendly service, food cooked with love, the full experience of good Latin American home cooking! Highly recommend!
I tried a Venezuelan arepas with tostones (or patacones as they’re called in Ec.) and maduros. My friend had the asada sandwich on a plantain bun! It was all delicious!
… moreI tried a Venezuelan arepas with tostones (or patacones as they’re called in Ec.) and maduros. My friend had the asada sandwich on a plantain bun! It was all delicious!
Andrew E
What happens when you mix panama, mexico, and texas food together? This beautiful place. An unforced, completely organic fusion with traditional birria tacos and cubano sandwiches, but then throw in a kids mac n’ cheese. Big portions, fair pricing, and darn tasty dishes that standout even in a town with a taco truck on every corner.
… moreWon Lee
The Mofongo , Arepas, and Cuban sandwich is really good. As someone that has never tried different latin foods before, this place is a all-in-one to experience everything & they do it well. Looking forward to coming back!
… moreChristina Jordan
I had the Tripleta with yucca fries. It was so good! The workers were super friendly, the order was made fast and fresh. The sandwich it’s self was super juice and packed so much flavor. Add one of the two sauces on top and it’s a whole new level of flavor added.
… moreVanessa Cortez
I was really looking forward to trying this place, but the food was a letdown. The rice was made with jasmine rice, which doesn’t make sense for Puerto Rican cooking. Traditional rice should be short or long grain, not fragrant jasmine. On top of that, the white rice was extremely mushy.
The yuca fries were dry and cold, like they had been sitting out long before we even ordered. The tostones tasted just like the frozen Goya ones you can buy at any Latin grocery store, definitely not fresh. The mofongo was bland and needed way more seasoning.
The only thing that was halfway decent was the bistec. It had an OK flavor, but not enough to make up for everything else.
We won’t be going back.
… moreThe yuca fries were dry and cold, like they had been sitting out long before we even ordered. The tostones tasted just like the frozen Goya ones you can buy at any Latin grocery store, definitely not fresh. The mofongo was bland and needed way more seasoning.
The only thing that was halfway decent was the bistec. It had an OK flavor, but not enough to make up for everything else.
We won’t be going back.
Gabriel Williams
The Lomo Saltado is outstanding compared to your regular dish at Union Grove. The beef was amazing rich with flavor, onions and tomatoes sautéed to excellence paired with the rice and fries on the side.
Best service you could ask for and food comes out hot and quick. Can’t complain at all at Chefitos Latin Cuisine. They’ll take care of all your desired appetites in a single bite!
… moreBest service you could ask for and food comes out hot and quick. Can’t complain at all at Chefitos Latin Cuisine. They’ll take care of all your desired appetites in a single bite!
Kait
I ordered a shredded beef empanada, fried plantains, and their beans. Everything was ready in less than 10 minutes and very hot. I loved the different sauces served with the empanada and plantains. This was plenty of food for me. I haven’t had Latin food since living in Austin a few years back, so this was a treat and I was happy to try.
… morekarina jaime
I love this place. Every time I’m craving Latin cuisine, It’s the first place that comes to mind due to its unique menu that features dishes from a variety of different Latin countries!
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