Montebello

Delicious food and a really lovely proprietor who is always trying new things and is very eager to please. The empanadas are baked rather than fried, which makes them significantly less greasy without losing any flavor. The Cuban sandwich is quite heavy but extremely tasty if you're looking for a filling lunch. I usually get a rice bowl, which is light, with good and flavorful protein options. Definitely worth a go.

Hot, fresh, big & delish! The chicken empanada really hit the spot. The pastry wasn't too flaky and the chicken wasn't too dry. I ate mine with the green side sauce and it was perfect! The green sauce had a little kick and a hint of cilantro? I'm not quite sure but I'm glad to have eaten it! I'll be keeping my eye out for this food truck from now on!

Went for lunch, note they are really only open 11-2pm for corporate lunch. The arepa was delightful. Chicken was juicy and flavorful, beans were satisfying, warm, and mild. Avocado was generous, and pickled onion was a delightful sour/tangy addition. The arepa bread was warm, soft, and a great portion. The staff i interacted with was super friendly, welcoming, and very helpful! He guided me through my first order with the topping combo he said i would enjoy, and he was very right! The hot sauce could stand to be hotter, but it had good flavor, and hot sauce if a very subjective, personal thing lolVibe: Great space, felt intimate despite being in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the corporate skyway. Hopefully the tenants of the condos and other downtown neighbors visit and eat so they can expand their hours. It would be so nice to have a choice that is more than pancakes and ham and cheese croissants (not knocking them, just like more options).

Delicious and big empanadas in chicken, spinach, beef or chorizo (chorizo was my favorite). Each comes with a red and green sauce and are absolutely flavorful with a good meat to flakypastry ratio. We ordered some empanadas when they were outside of Metronome Brewery and spoke with one of the owners and he was so friendly! Definitely recommend a visit if you see them!

A small place in the skyway but man, the food was awesome!!The portions were large and a decent price.The beef and chicken dishes were flavorful but not spicy.There's an olive/garlic sauce that goes on everything, I asked for a second portion of it. The guac was also yumy.Those arepas, though, are extremely light and delicious!!The potato salad was "different" (definitely not Minnesotan) with the sauce being a little too hot for me, but that's just my taste. And it was a generous portion, that's for sure.It's very new looking right now - but I have a hunch it's going to be there for a while.

The menu is limited, which I don't mind. I ordered the beef empanada with a side of veggies salad. Both were delicious! The beef empanada was very meaty and it even had an egg and olives inside. The olives were a surprise to me but I actually enjoyed it and it complimented the ground beef well. The side salad was definitely a huge hit for me. Just try it! :) I can't wait to go back and try the arepas!

Lots of potential, but extremely, extremely understaffed. Waited over 45 minutes, and numerous people who ordered after me were served before me, although that could be because several minutes after me they realized they were out of over half the menu...including what I had ordered. Rounding up from 2.5 to 3 stars because the food was good and they are new, but would not recommend until they get more staff and get better into the swing of things.

One of the best places in lower town saint paul to get a quick, healthy meal.The food was INCREDIBLE, absolutely delicious, the staff was kind and generous. I cannot wait to go back!

Have been walking past this since it opened in the St Paul skyway where Arby's used to be and finally stopped in today. Got the chicken arepas with microgreens and black beans and it was excellent! It came with a nice sauce on the side that had a light green olive taste which was delicious. Very nice owner. Will be going back. Went after the noon rush so no waiting.

Excellent food for a Gluten-Free customer. Eating downtown for a GF person is difficult but this place hits the spot when it comes to GF. Their Arepas are the best in town! If you are searching for good food made in house and with attention to detail, this is the place to go!