We took a bike ride to the Colombian Spot in the south side after seeing the reviews on yelp. I was very satisfied with all aspects of the meal. The service was prompt, friendly, and attentive. We ordered the milk based mango drink, which was creamy and sweet. I definitely recommend trying one of their five flavored milk drinks. I ordered the Ropa Vieja arepa with shredded beef in a stewed tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. It was tender, juicy, and flavorful. It didn't even need the vinegar based hot sauce and cilantro aioli that he brought out to us, but the they were too good not to use. The plantains were a good sweet addition to the arepa.
I ordered the side salad to go with my arepa. The dressing was lacking flavor so I slyly squirted some of the free dressing I got from the regatta on it, which made it better. I think the dressing would be fine with some more vinegar. The fries were good though.
I am excited to go back and try some of the other menu items! I recommend picking up a six pack at the Carson st deli since it's a BYOB.