Pan American Bakery & Grill

I made a quick stop to get a saltena, one single chicken saltena, and that was dumb because I should have gotten a whole bunch. Delicious, juicy, big chunks of chicken, and with the slight sweetness that us Latinos like. You can't see them from the counter they're in a warmer towards the back. when you first walk in it's all sweets, which look pretty yummy and generous sizes. There's almost no place to sit so don't come and plan to eat there. I saw a steady stream of Latinos coming and going ordering everything from savory food to desserts. I'm going to go back because it's been years since I had such a good saltena.

I was not raised with authentic Latino cuisine in my home growing up. But Pan American is helping me to catch up on the deliciousness! The saltinas and creamier cakes (esp Tres Leches) in particular are really can't-miss. My teen sons love the saltenas in particular and never pass up a dessert selection.

The best food and cake I always come here to buy a cake for my family and friends all my family and friends comes here all the time

As a Bolivian American I'd like to say that I've been loyal to this place since I've been born. The food has changed over the years, but for the most part it remains delicious. dangerous even. This restaurant is much more than just food: it provides safety and community. I feel safe walking in with the smell of the food coming in knowing my belly, my wallet and my tastebuds will be satisfied. I'm picky about Bolivian spots as not everyone was blessed with my abuelas culinary skills but here...? they do know how to make a salteña... ask for a big empanada or an helado de canela then you'll see what I mean.

Came in to have some authentic food and found my favorite plate from this place. It's called TRANCAPECHO it's absolutely amazing, full of flavor it's crazy how one bite takes you back to your roots. Their staff was very attentive and super nice this time around Im so happy coming into a restaurant and seeing staff smile and greeted. We also had some Saltenas but the picture was not possible because it was gone with two bites. LolThis place makes the best Saltenas your choice of chicken or Beef. They also have a huge pastry selection it'll make you want to try it all. From a Bolivian Native this place is one of the Best I have tasted in Virginia. If your in the area or visiting make sure to stop By this Grace boliviana Flavors this restaurant has to offer.

Oh. My. God. The saltenas are incredible. My taste buds were gifted with the savory stews that filled the inside of the slightly sweet dough. The beef and chicken are both delicious, I have a slight preference for the chicken.The tucumana saltena is soooooo good. Instead of baked it is deep fried. Oh man. Wow. I think they might be fried to order so you'll have to wait an extra 5-10 minutes. I will be back to try the rest of their food!

Nice selection of pastries and savories. Quick and efficient service. Small with a few tables. May be better to pick stuff up in the morning for an easy weekend.

OH MY GOSH! THIS IS SO GOOD! I am a big fan of Bolivian Salteñas and I have tried many places in the DMV area, and this place has the BEST Salteñas! 10/10, I would recommend! Please do yourself a favor and order their Salteñas! They have Chicken (pollo) and Beef (carne) options. Here is what I ordered and my thoughts 1) Chicken Salteña - WOW! Wow, wow, wow, wow.... out of the chicken and beef options, I prefer the chicken more. So much more flavorful-- I love the veggies inside it (the peas and carrots). Thank god there are no olives in these. I don't like olives in my salteñas. There is one small slice of egg... I wish the egg slice was larger. It's so thin. But overall, the crust is flaky, the filling is perfectly thick and juicy. When a Salteña is too soupy/runny/liquidy, it's not good for me. Overall, GREAT, please buy like 10, and pop them in the oven to reheat.. I'd rate this a 10/102) Beef Salteña - DEEELICIOUS! This is the 2nd best option. The beef option reminds me too much of a beef stew, so its not my favorite. There are slightly different seasoning/spices compared to the chicken option. Its still good, but not my favorite. I'd rate this a 9/103) Spicy Empananda - not my favorite. If you can see the photo I attached, its mostly filled with air... and a tiny layer of cheese. I wished it was stuffed more, with something extravagant. Not my favorite, but its pretty good I guess. The cheese got hard by the time I got home and ate it. And the "spicy" comes from jalapenos in the cheese... which isn't really spicy at all. I'd rate this a 5/10.Overall, I love it here, will come back for more chicken salteñas

I love this bakery! As soon as you walk in there are amazing vibes, as you smell all the freshly baked goods and see the savory + sweet options. The workers were super nice answering all my questions and even helping me practice my Spanish! The food was extremely delicious and for an amazingly cheap price, definitely recommend this bakery.

Food - excellent - recommend the Bolivian SaltenasService - called ahead and food was ready to go in 15 min. Fast, friendly and helpfulAmbiance - nice for lunch or takeout - family or groups - table seating and TVs for entertainment