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Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
*Received 3 stars from the Sun-Sentinel* Paladar is a fresh, colorful and fun Latin American restaurant experience inspired by Central & South America, Cuba and the Latin Caribbean. With guidance from our warm and welcoming staff, our guests discover the bold flavors and vibrant cultures of Latin America. Our approachable menu features freshly prepared guacamole, slow roasted and grilled meats, fresh seafood and homemade salsas. The rhythm of Latin Music sets the tone at our unique rum bar that offers fresh muddled Mojitos, over 50 selections of Rum and an affordable and exciting wine list.
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46 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 46 reviews
5 stars
(12)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(35)
- good for groups(21)
- fit for foodies(19)
- neighborhood gem(17)
- special occasion(12)
- hot spot(9)
Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
second time's a charm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my mother who was visiting from out-of-town and also a California foodie.She loved the ambiance , service and food so I brought two of my favorite locals there last Sunday for Mother's Day. They loved it too!
I will keep going to PLK&RB and definitely keep recommending people try it out."
I will keep going to PLK&RB and definitely keep recommending people try it out."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A restaurant that cares
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were a small group of four, and the piped music was so loud we could not hear each other speak. We mentioned this to our server who immediately took care of the situation and lowered the volume. Truth is the restaurant itself tends to be noisy and I see no reason for background music at all. Anyway, the manager approached us later, and he was most amenable and cordial. With no need to, he sent over desserts on the house. This is how customer loyalty is built. Did I mention the food is very good? You have to try the guacamole appetizer. That's worth the trip alone."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I celebrated my birthday at
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I celebrated my birthday at the Restaurant. With a party of 13 it was a bit challenging fitting us around the table but it was done and we had an awesome time. The food is good and the drinks are low priced. The service was wonderful the moment we stepped in until we were seated. One of the servers did try to tell us that we could not all fit around the table, she refused to go the her manager, and would not provide an alternative. My husband got up went to the manager and it took seconds to accomodate us. I would go back again.."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 4 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very vibrant location. Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very vibrant location. Food was excellent and the service very attentive. The outside terrace can be a bit noisy if there's an event in the opposite courtyard but the location is great. Overall impression is memorable."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
There were fewer vegetarian
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There were fewer vegetarian options than I expected. I went with the sweet potato tacos, and although I like sweet potatoes, it was really just okay. Atmosphere is good. I would try it again, but try something else."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2007
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Review 6 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Note for special features:
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Note for special features: The boxes unchecked mean they didn't apply to me on the occasion that I was there, not that they don't apply in general. (no kids, don't know whether it's open late, etc.)
Paladar is my new favorite neighborhood (by neighborhood, I mean everywhere) restaurant. I would drive as far as necessary to enjoy the delicious food and wonderful decor and energetic ambiance at Paladar; thankfully I am lucky enough to be able to walk there.
There are fabulous happy hour bargains, the atmosphere is beyond pleasant and the sweet potato tacos are to die for.
The staff is friendly and accommodating the menu is interesting and scrumptious. I am looking forward to the next time which will be soon.
Thanks, Paladar!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Expensive cake
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were a group of 12 celebrating my wife bday.
The foog was ok the service also, but I found unbelivable that they charge me the desert with a candle they brought to sing happy bday plus a 20 % tip"
The foog was ok the service also, but I found unbelivable that they charge me the desert with a candle they brought to sing happy bday plus a 20 % tip"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2003
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 8 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mas !! Mas !! Mas !!locations!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"a chain restaurant that owes SoFla expansion. in the Latin/Carribean demographic of SoFla this place should be on every other street corner."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 9 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were a group of 7. Reception
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were a group of 7. Reception staff was excellent. We sampled many dishes and shared everything. Most were very good or excellent. All 7 of us gave thumbs up to the perfectly grilled churassco, the exotic feijoada and the flaky chicken emapnadas. But all 7 of us gave thumbs down to the traditional guacamole and the rum glazed pork. For a restaurant that has molcajetes in the decor, they should do it tableside. But that's a quible. The dish just tasted like mashed up avocados without any hint of the tradional flavorings of lime juice, cilantro and salt. The pork tasted like boiled meat with cinnamon. Our server was very pleasant and very efficient, but her menu knowledge was lacking. Overall we were happy and will surely go back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Good Fresh Chow
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very large place with a lot of outdoor seating, many TV's. Could double as a sports bar. The food here is very good, super fresh and nicely presented. The margarita's were excellent. Highly recommended if you want good food, in a fun, energetic atmosphere... more of a young crowd."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2000
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Review 11 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Portabello churrasco was amazing!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Portabello churrasco was amazing!!! So were sweet potato soft tacos, very impressive overall!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
mmmmmm mmmmmm good eatin'
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"our third dinner here. each time has exceeded the last. food choices are varied and all are unique and delicious."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 13 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
They need to discover real
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They need to discover real cuban food recipes. Food was skimpy, cold, tasteless. Even the Sangria was poor.! Won't see us again, too many good choices in the area. They should go eat at Sazon on 73st and Collins and find out what real cuban food taste like..."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
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Review 14 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cuban Flavor Adventure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The chef at Paladar has a way with flavors. No matter what we ordered from the extensive menu, we were pleasantly surprised- everything was delicious! Our server was helpful in guiding us through new and unknown seasonings and sauces. A delightful experience."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 15 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were not really impressed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were not really impressed with the food and the portions. It seemed like the items we ordered were too pricey for the quality received."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
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Review 16 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mojitos were ok..we ordered
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Mojitos were ok..we ordered the dulce le leche cheesecake and it was awesome.
the sweet potato donuts ( which were recommeneded by the waiter) were like hard hocky puffs and basically inedible"
the sweet potato donuts ( which were recommeneded by the waiter) were like hard hocky puffs and basically inedible"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food reminds me of something
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food reminds me of something you would get at a chain restaurant. It wasn't bad but it wasn't that good. Its an easy restaurant to go to in that complex and does have a large outdoor patio and bar with tvs."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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Review 18 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
There was a bank playing and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There was a bank playing and it was very loud. Good music but so loud I couldn't hear my date across the table."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love grabbing an outside
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love grabbing an outside seat in January and February for lunch and enjoy horse circle.
I have been coming to Paladar since they opened. There were a few kinks with the service previously, but I can see that all servers now are great.
When you there, try the tilapia and avocado ceviche, paired with a cup a aromatic and sweet butternut squash soup. If you are in the mood of trying a great vegetarian dish, go for the portobello churasco with pesto sauce. It's amazing!"
I have been coming to Paladar since they opened. There were a few kinks with the service previously, but I can see that all servers now are great.
When you there, try the tilapia and avocado ceviche, paired with a cup a aromatic and sweet butternut squash soup. If you are in the mood of trying a great vegetarian dish, go for the portobello churasco with pesto sauce. It's amazing!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2000
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic