Orinoco: A Latin Kitchen - Crossing

Orinoco, located in the charming South End of Boston, captures the essence of Latin American cuisine in a small, cozy setting. We arrived towards the end of the night, so we were unable to order the coveted arepas, the stars of the show. Nevertheless, the restaurant exuded a warm and inviting atmosphere, luring us in with its good vibes. For our appetizers, we ventured into the realm of Pepito Costillitas, tender and boneless baby back ribs. Each succulent bite transported us to a heaven 5 out of 5 on the flavor scale. The Tequeños, delicate parcels of Guayanes cheese nestled within a crisp fried pastry dough, were delicious 4 out of 5. Moving on to the mains, I embarked on a culinary adventure with the Lamb Chops, which was so succulent and seasoned to perfection. It was definitely the showstopper of our meal. 5 out of 5. The service provided by our waiter was exceptional. He made us feel welcomed and promptly accommodated our request to relocate from an outdoor table to the cozy interior. Although we missed out on the renowned arepas, we couldn't have been happier with our dining experience.

Very tasty food in a fun setting. Tables are tight but that's the norm locally. Fun night at a very reasonable price. $66 for 2 eating tapas styy until we got full and included a couple glasses of sangria. Can beat that.

Food was incredible. Service was fast. All good was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and delicious. Drinks were on point and our server was so kind and hospitable. Bonus- gluten free! Best meal I have had in a long time and a must stop if I’m the area or staying at the Collonade Boston!

I love going here for a casual neighborhood lunch or dinner. Ordered the palmito salad, light but decadent!

Terrific neighborhood restaurant with a tasty, different menu of delicious small plates. The arepas, BBQ ribs and sangria were outstanding!