Colombian BBQ Buffet in Queens — Review by Strictly Dumpling
Queens, United States — Colombian Barbecue
Mike Chen discovers an exceptional all-you-can-eat Colombian barbecue buffet in Queens offering premium steaks, offal, and charcuterie for just 60 dollars. The perfectly grilled meat selection including ribeye, skirt steak, hanger steak, blood sausage, and chicheró arrives in impressive platters paired with homemade chimichurri and sides like plantains and yuca fries. This is a standout barbecue experience that rivals expensive steakhouses with superior flavor and variety.
What was great: Premium steaks (ribeye, skirt steak, hanger steak) were perfectly cooked and incredibly juicy, blood sausage had phenomenal rustic flavor and umami, small intestines were toasty and flavorful, chicheró was crispy and meaty, homemade chimichurri was excellent, great variety of meat cuts and sides, affordable pricing at 60 dollars for premium unlimited option
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The premium all-you-can-eat option arrived as an absolutely massive meat platter that Mike describes as one of the gnarliest he has ever seen. The platter featured at least five different cuts of meat stacked on top of three premium steaks including ribeye, New York strip, and skirt steak. The blood sausage with beans inside was a revelation, offering a phenomenal rustic flavor with deep rich umami that lingered on the tongue. The regular pork sausage provided a snappy, slightly sweet contrast with tons of fat and richness. Small intestines were perfectly cooked with a toasty exterior and flavorful interior that transcended the typical organ meat funk.
The hanger steak was tender and juicy with medium rare perfection, while the New York cut proved exceptionally smoky and juicy. The ribeye, buried at the bottom of the platter, showcased beautiful marbling and was highlighted as possibly the best cut offered. The crispy chicheró was golden and fresh from the fryer, delivering a toasty, meaty, fatty bite with audible crunch. Sides included roasted potatoes, yuca fries, plantains, and what appeared to be Colombian arepas in both potato and cheese varieties. The homemade chimichurri was exceptional and appeared multiple times throughout the meal, acting as the perfect pairing for every item.
The Experience
The atmosphere was vibrant and party-like with a lively energy throughout the restaurant. The setup featured an open grill where all steaks are cooked directly in front of diners, adding to the spectacle and experience. The staff was described as very nice and accommodating. Mike notes that they cook the chicheró fresh upon request, showing attention to quality and customer satisfaction. The restaurant apparently features live light music on weekends. The casual, energetic vibe makes it feel more like a celebration than a typical steakhouse dinner.
Value and Pricing
The premium all-you-can-eat option was priced at 60 dollars, with a regular option available at approximately 40 dollars difference. Mike emphasizes that this pricing is exceptional compared to traditional steakhouses where similar quality steaks would cost 80 to 90 dollars each. For the quality and variety provided, he considers it an outstanding value. The meal easily provided close to three pounds of meat per platter, not including the sides and additional items ordered.
Notable Moments
This is one of the gnarliest meat platters that has ever been put in front of me.
This is so much better than going to like a regular steakhouse. You're probably going to pay like 80 bucks, 90 bucks. Come here. Steak is just as good and there's so much variety and flavor.
If this was my last meal, I'd be okay passing on. I wouldn't come back as a hunger ghost.
The Verdict
This Colombian barbecue buffet represents exceptional value and quality for meat lovers in the New York area. The perfectly grilled meats, impressive variety of cuts and offal options, authentic preparation, and homemade chimichurri create an experience that rivals or exceeds expensive steakhouses. Mike was so impressed he ordered an additional skirt steak before leaving. This restaurant is ideal for anyone who loves meat and wants an impressive quantity and quality without the premium steakhouse price tag. The vibrant atmosphere and generous portions make it a must-visit destination for serious carnivores in Queens.