La Paloma - Hartford

It's your basic family run style Mexican food joint I was dying for some decent carne asada and they did not disappoint. It was terrific. Only thing missing was a nice, ice cold corona beer to go with it. Get your liquor license folks!!

Awesome food the staff and very the and the waiter is awesome and super chill I would recommend it a lot especially the tacos.

My Friend ordered red enchilada but she ended up getting green and asked for no beans and ended up giving her beans the waiter ended up giving us our chips after we got our food

Husband ordered their burrito with carne asada, and I opted for their tacos Americano with chicken. Both came quickly and were very good! The sauces that came with it (an orangey hot sauce and a more traditional green sauce) were delicious and had just the right amount of spiciness. We were just quickly passing through so we didn't have a chance to try anything too complicated. The restaurant itself is very clean and inviting. Bathroom was spotless. I noticed they had ice cream by the cone and their more traditional Mexican ice cream bars, which I adore. I inquired about dessert, but they had none available that day. Next time, tres leches will be available, I hope!

We weren't sure what to expect when we came into La Paloma, but I had heard from an few locals that it was super authentic and delicious. You walk into a little Mexican market on the right and the restaurant is the left. The store part has numerous choices, even some handmade goodies and Mexican treats. We were seated immediately, and our server was super attentive, nice and helpful with choices for what to order. I have never had fried cactus before....it was AH-MAZING!! We learned that the refried beans and rice are made with healthy ingredients, from scratch (Abuela's recipe!! . We had a little of everything, I think...so many choices, and the prices are quite reasonable! The chicken enchiladas came with carrots on top, and the extra flavor REALLY added to the dish. The rice was light and fluffy, the beans were yummy. I have been recommending La Paloma to friends and family as a little hidden gem in small-town Hartford. There are always specials listed out front. Staff is friendly, atmosphere is quaint, seating is limited but comfy, and service is quick!!