Introducing Cilantro & Ajo, a vibrant brand that brings a delightful fusion of flavors and culture to its customers. With a name that translates to "coriander and garlic" in Spanish, Cilantro & Ajo aims to captivate taste buds with its diverse and authentic Latin American cuisine. Combining traditional recipes with a modern twist, this brand is dedicated to offering a unique dining experience that showcases the rich culinary heritage of the region. From mouthwatering arepas and empanadas to tantalizing plantains and pabellon, each dish is meticulously prepared using fresh ingredients and expert techniques. Whether it's a quick takeout meal or a leisurely dining experience, Cilantro & Ajo promises to provide exceptional service and a memorable gastronomic journey. Embark on a culinary adventure with Cilantro & Ajo and savor the richness of Latin American flavors.
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Amenities and More
- Dine-in
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Kids' menu
- No-contact delivery
- High chairs
- Vegetarian options
- Brunch
- Identifies as women-owned
- Quick bite
- Trendy
Reviews
The food is not good at all. The rice is very bland, the beans are out of a can and the chicken is not seasoned
The sausage tasted old
The only thing o could eat was the plantain
The servers are nice enough and helpful but the food is not good at all
Also, they don't have parking so you have to park at the street
Won't go there again
I can’t express in words how wonderful was this food. I ordered arepa llanera and empanadas of bacon and cheese and empanada of Pabellón. You guys need to come here and try such a wonderful Venezuelan foods. Thanks for amazing services!!!
I came here at the recommendation of my brother in law and was not disappointed.
We had the Pabellon & Reina Pepiada Arepas. They were very different and both delicious. I have always loved plantains!
We had a side of the Tequenos which have a ton of cheese in them. The street corn was perfect. The brown lemonade is different in the best of ways. I do wish the cups were bigger!
We will visit again!
The most authentic Venezuelan food I've had in Pittsburgh! Super high quality meats and ingredients. Definitely recommend the patacones, arepas, and pepitos.
I have never tried Venezuelan food, and the last time I tried Latin American food, I was disappointed. So I was skeptical when I ordered from Uber Eats. However, when I tried my food, I was blown away. I had 2 shredded beef empanadas, 2 bacon and Gouda cheese empanadas, cachapa, and quesillo.
The empanadas were incredible. They were pretty large and fairly priced at $4-5 each. The cornmeal was not too gritty or too thick. They had a great balance of softness and crunch. Fillings were great as well. The shredded beef was well seasoned and flavorful with a perfect texture. The Gouda and bacon empanada, which is quite unique, also had a smokey flavor from the bacon and saltiness from cheese. They were packed with filling and make for a substantial meal. The sauce served with it is tasty, with a slight kick and creaminess to it. If ordering online, get extra sauce!
The cachapa was an amazing addition to my meal. I could have had just this and been perfectly satisfied. The corn itself is mostly smooth, but I could taste small cooked kernels. There were three types of cheese layered on top and in the middle. The middle cheese tasted like mozzarella, while one on the top tasted a bit like a less strong cream cheese and parmigiana. An amazing balance of sweet from corn and salty from cheese! It's pretty big in size, too. Highly, highly recommend!
Finally, I ended off with quesillo. I thought it was good but would probably not order it again. I expected it to be a bit similar to custard or creme brûlée, but it was more similar to a vanilla jelly in consistency. The flavor was quite good, though, and it's not cloyingly sweet. Next time, I'll order the tres leches.
Overall, this is a great place to get introduced to Venezuelan cuisine. All of the items I tried were quite good, especially the empanadas and cachapa. Very authentic, fairly large portions, cheap prices. I'll be coming back or ordering again!
We'd walked past this place all week and never during their open hours. Finally lucked out about 30 minutes before they closed and ordered the pork and Gouda arepa to go. Y'all. It was the best thing I ate in Pittsburgh. The pork was moist and flavorful and the cheese was piled on thick and the arepa cornmeal was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside and Y'ALL, the green sauce that came with it -- it was GARLICY.
We stood on the sidewalk like vultures making sounds like starving people.
Cash or card.
Amazing food and super kind staff. We first had the yuca fries at a food truck event a few years ago and knew we had to find them again. So glad they were easy to find! I highly recommend visiting this restaurant and trying a bit of everything! We got a few dishes to try (a bit too much for both of us but hey that means leftovers) and loved everything!
BUEN PROVECHO! A foodie’s gem. AMONG THE BEST VENEZOLANO restaurants I’ve ever visited in my GLOBAL travels. Pittsburgh has the chance to enjoy AUTHENTIC gustatory and cultural delight. (Oh if you like empanadas, this is best place to savor an authentic one from South America).
This is the place to enjoy traditional street foods like Arepas, Cachapas, Empanadas and Patacones; fiesta foods like Parrilladas (grilled meats).
All the meats are very balanced seasoned. No need to add sauces. But delightfully, they have choices of sauces that further liven the palate— I’m partial to the Ajo.
My recommendations:
AREPAS - traditional Venezuelan, very flavorful well seasoned meats with cheese or veggies or plantains sandwiched between crunchy corn patties/bread. — I am most partial to the Pernil, La Rumbera, Pabellón — EXOTIC AS IT GETS!
EMPANADAS- like any other former Spanish colony, these are ubiquitous staples with many varieties. The Distinctive Venezuelan take is the corn dough pastry, tasty by itself with fillings of meat and/or veggies or cheeses. —- I am most partial to the chorizo. —- The other empanadas aré very good—-This is PITTSBURGH’s BEST EMPANADAS joint.
PATACONES— uniquely Venezuelan, flavorful meats with veggies, cheese sandwiched between crunchy textured slides of plantains (formed like patties)— it’s a wonderful savory
Service is excellent!
Location
901 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203, United States
Hours
- Monday Close
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Tuesday
11:30 AM - 08:00 PM
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Wednesday
11:30 AM - 08:00 PM
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Thursday
11:30 AM - 08:00 PM
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Friday
11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Saturday
11:30 AM - 09:00 PM
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Sunday
11:30 AM - 06:00 PM
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