El Montanerno Bakery - Ridgewood

I recently visited a Colombian bakery that was absolutely amazing. The photo below gives you a glimpse of the inviting view from outside, and once I stepped inside, I was overwhelmed by the delicious options to choose from. I couldn't resist and ended up ordering a variety of items, including merengue, sugar and cinnamon cookies, a slice of caramel and chocolate mousse cake, some large flaky pastries (I apologize for not knowing the specific names), and a refreshing passion fruit juice. Everything I tried was delicious, although my least favorite was the flaky pastry and my absolute favorite were the sugar cookies. They were reminiscent of butter biscuits, soft and incredibly tasty. The total cost for all of these treats was around 18 dollars, which I found to be very reasonable. I highly recommend this bakery to anyone looking for a delightful and authentic Colombian culinary experience.

I recently stopped by this restaurant for a quick breakfast and it was my first time visiting this location. The service was friendly and professional. They were happy to accommodate my request for some white cheese on my croissant. The coffee was delicious - strong and creamy with the perfect amount of sweetness. The almojabana was large and tasty. I noticed they also have a wine selection, so I plan to return for dinner soon. The seating is ample and cozy in this medium-sized location, with a warm vibe and nice decor. The restroom was very clean and there is street metered parking right outside. Give this place a try!

The service at this restaurant was excellent, with very friendly wait staff. However, the meal I had was just average. The chicharron I ordered seemed to be fried for too long and in old oil. I will give this place another try, but next time I will avoid ordering anything deep-fried.