Your Guide to Latin American Food in Pgh

As Allegheny County’s Latinx population grows, we’re also seeing more restaurants reflecting our changing demographics. Luz Amanda Hank and Howard Alvarez from Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies are helping shape Pittsburgh’s Latin American food scene — from organizing festivals to getting restaurants off the ground. Hear their top picks for new and traditional favorites — from the perfect rice and beans to arepas and carne asada — plus grocery staples and so much more.

Find their full restaurant list here and recommend more Latin American and Caribbean cuisine via their form. 

Restaurants, food trucks, and other spots mentioned in this episode:

• Five Stars Honduran Restaurant
• Cilantro & Ajo
• Papelón
• Pabellón
• Arepittas
• Tú y Yo Café
• Tango Food Truck
• Antojitos Hondureños
• El Chucho
• Leon’s Caribbean
• Pupusas y Antojitos Helen
• La Palapa
• El Chaqueño
• Las Palmas
• Reyna Foods
• Monroy Supermarket
• La Poblanita
• Mercearia Brazilian Mini Market
• Orquidea Latin Market
• Panadería Jazmin
• Pisko Peruvian Gourmet
• El Ricón Oaxaqueño
• La Calera Mexican Bar and Grill

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