First off. Let me start by saying I Love Arepas and was excited to cap my trip to Cleveland off by eating dinner here.
I enjoyed Barroco. It was especially a nice surprise when we walked in and found a live band setting up for a night of great music. The tequila shot that was offered by the nice gentleman seating us was also a nice touch and definitely welcoming.
After we got seated our server came over and greeted us a short time later and took our drink order. I of course ordered the mojito. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't knock your socks off either. Kind of sad that I couldn't order the house punch. It sounded better and it comes in a large bowl. My husband ordered the El Socialista. It was essentially a rum and coke.
We ordered the Empanadas Colombianas and Maduros con Queso. The Empanadas were hot and fresh with perfect seasoning. The Maduros were heaven. You put plaintains and queso together and you have a winner.
For the entree I ordered the Mexicana arepa sub the braised beef for the chorizo with a side of Maduros. Fantastic! This to me was also the perfect time try all 5 of their sauces. All paired well with my meal except for the pineapple one. As good as it was by itself it didn't go with braised beef. But Omg did I want to take a bottle of the other ones home with me. Soooo good.
Other guest at the table ordered the fajitas con arepa, the steak arepa, and ropa vieja. Everything looked good and I didn't hear any complaints. Everyone seemed to busy chowing down and listening to the awesome live band.
If I go back I will definitely try another arepa or get the Barroco Picada or Tostadas con Todo. Both of these options are good for groups and seems like it has something for everyone.