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| - This is one wacky assed, effed up kind of food court, of which I've never quite see the likes of here in Toronto. It ain't a place for the gringos after the sun goes down. It's a dicey neighbourhood and there are some real sketchy looking amigos hanging out in this food hood. All of that aside if you are looking for a true, really authentic Latin cuisine and can handle some stink eye from the regulars who fill this place on a Saturday afternoon then I say go outside your safety zone and hit up this food court.
I first learned of Plaza Latina from my friend MaryLuz Mejia. So last Saturday my daughter and I went on a Latino food hunt. The food court is small, grungy, noisy and gringas are rare birds which explained all the stares. Each food booth displays their country flag and this was the latino united nations. Chile, Mexico, Uruguay, Paraguay, Salvador, Peru, Brazil...it was all here.
I highly recommend the Pupusas & the Tacos. This is hardcore authentic and the corn mesa used was the best I've ever eaten in Toronto. There is a Chilean spot with a focus on Churassco sandwiches and empanadas. We bought a bag of empanadas to take home and my daughter texted me this morning asking when we could go back. The Chilean counter also had damn decent Churros filled with Dulce le Leche or Cajeta. I couldn't resist buying a slab of Dulce le Leche cake and a couple of Alfajores (layered cookies filled with cajeta).
My recommendations on this spot would be never, ever go alone and the best time to hit up this food court is on a Saturday when it's busy and the food is being turned over really quick. Oh yeah, this is not a hood for the night time visits and don't ever use the washrooms. Just my own opinion.
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