1 st time here from orlando and overall food was great. Next time we come back to the área we will stop here again.
(5)
Kalvin K.
Absolute Colombian gem in the Tampa area. I was here with my Colombian friend and of course we ordered the traditional bandeja paisa. We were very pleasantly surprised at how quickly the food came out and how tasty the food was. The service was stellar. Definitely going to come back.
(5)
Coty S.
La Carreta is noted as a Colombian bakery, but they are a full service restaurant as well. It is difficult to tell from the outside of the building, because the front is covered in stock photography so you can't see inside. Inside is a newly renovated and very clean, cafe style casual atmosphere and friendly staff. Most of the baked items are heavenly cheese and tapioca flour baked breads, like Pan de Queso. Also, tried Arepa con Queso and Guava Cheese pastry. Bakery items are around $1.50 each, so try many different items freely. For dine-in service, there is a waitress that will bring you the food and another important item: the housemade Ahi Sauce. I cannot wait to return back and try their steak and Bandeja Paisa platter.
(4)
Charles C.
If you like Colombian food and hate driving to Tampa your prayers have been answered. The Bakery goods were 7 out of 5 Stars! Service was excellent, empanadas were amazing! I have been there a few times and they are consistent so I will give them the last star. They earned it!
(5)
Felix A.
Hands down my favorite Latin place in the 'Burg. I love the empanadas and the sauce. It's our favorite thing to eat with ice cold beer. I have personally had the steak and onions and it was delicious. The rice and beans were on the money. Also, to complete the visit you must get a pastry for dessert. My favorite is the empanadas de cambry. Great job so far! I can't wait to see what the future holds for this place!
(4)
Karen G.
we just found this place on the way home, and instantly turned around to go check it out. it was definitely what me and the bf have been looking for! i'll agree with a previous comment..a 7 out of 5 stars easily. i can't wait to go back and try more of their items. :)
(5)
Lindsey F.
La Carreta...where to start? This place is such a GEM! I've never really had truly authentic Colombian food, but I'm definitely a foodie so I jumped at the chance to try this great little spot. My boyfriend tried it for the first time yesterday, and came home to tell me I had to try it. Since today was a scheduled day off from work it was too perfect. He brought a take out menu home for me to peruse the delectable pickings, and my eyes landed immediately on the lengua en salsa criolla. When I got there today I was seated at a 4 top table in a clean brightly lit dining room with the sunshine sharing its warmth. I was greeted at the table by the owner, an affable and personable gentleman by the name of Marlon Yepes. He lives in Tampa but recognized the need for a great mom and pop spot in the 'burg. He presented several choices of juices, and being familiar and in love with guanabana I asked if it was stocked. He laughed and said of course, so SOLD! I got it mixed with water, but if you prefer you can opt for mixing it with milk. My boyfriend decided on the blackberry juice mixed with water, but after tasting mine, wished he'd gotten the guanabana. I already had my mind made up to get the lengua so that's what I ordered, and on this trip my boyfriend decided on the bandeja paisa, which came HIGHLY recommended by Marlon. Our food came out freshly cooked within 15 minutes, and boy were we in for a TREAT! My lengua literally was falling apart and cooked to absolute PERFECTION! It was perfectly seasoned, and didn't have too much salt, which is so nice! Everything was completely fresh all the way down to the pintos (which I had to steal from my bf's plate because mine didn't include them). I didn't mind that though because I was pushing the envelope with how much I'd be able to consume. I just wanted a good taste of the homemade goodness! Next to my lengua was rice that was cooked just right. Not mushy and not too firm. On the end of my plate was a delightful little salad that had lettuce, tomato, and kernel corn with a homemade little dressing that was a nice little palette cleanser. My boyfriend's plate had a wonderful and flavorful sausage, perfectly tender palomilla steak, fried pork skin, rice, pinto beans, and an egg on the rice. I tried some of the sausage, steak, and beans and was floored at how impeccably seasoned everything was! I wanted to get the tres leches cake for dessert, but they were out. La Carreta orders the desserts fresh, at least the very FEW that aren't made in house. Marlon brought us a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie which was very good. they also have a flaky guava filled pastry and caramel arequipe that I want to try the next time I go. There are so many fabulous options, and with such a family friendly, and clean place, I'll DEFINITELY be back!
(5)
Leanne S.
La Carreta is awesome! I've been waiting for a Colombian restaurant to open in St. Pete! It is a cute little restaurant, located in a strip mall plaza, super friendly employees. As always, their meals are hardy and filling. They have a large variety of baked goods - from alfajores and other sweets to your typical almojabanas, pan de bono, arepas de choclo (which are HUGE by the way). And then of course, their empanadas con aji! Muy delicioso! I will definitely be going there often! Thanks for opening up in St. Pete! : )
(5)
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Address :2705 54th Ave N
St. Petersburg, FL, 33714
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Paid Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
Erika O.
1 st time here from orlando and overall food was great. Next time we come back to the área we will stop here again.
(5)Kalvin K.
Absolute Colombian gem in the Tampa area. I was here with my Colombian friend and of course we ordered the traditional bandeja paisa. We were very pleasantly surprised at how quickly the food came out and how tasty the food was. The service was stellar. Definitely going to come back.
(5)Coty S.
La Carreta is noted as a Colombian bakery, but they are a full service restaurant as well. It is difficult to tell from the outside of the building, because the front is covered in stock photography so you can't see inside. Inside is a newly renovated and very clean, cafe style casual atmosphere and friendly staff. Most of the baked items are heavenly cheese and tapioca flour baked breads, like Pan de Queso. Also, tried Arepa con Queso and Guava Cheese pastry. Bakery items are around $1.50 each, so try many different items freely. For dine-in service, there is a waitress that will bring you the food and another important item: the housemade Ahi Sauce. I cannot wait to return back and try their steak and Bandeja Paisa platter.
(4)Charles C.
If you like Colombian food and hate driving to Tampa your prayers have been answered. The Bakery goods were 7 out of 5 Stars! Service was excellent, empanadas were amazing! I have been there a few times and they are consistent so I will give them the last star. They earned it!
(5)Felix A.
Hands down my favorite Latin place in the 'Burg. I love the empanadas and the sauce. It's our favorite thing to eat with ice cold beer. I have personally had the steak and onions and it was delicious. The rice and beans were on the money. Also, to complete the visit you must get a pastry for dessert. My favorite is the empanadas de cambry. Great job so far! I can't wait to see what the future holds for this place!
(4)Karen G.
we just found this place on the way home, and instantly turned around to go check it out. it was definitely what me and the bf have been looking for! i'll agree with a previous comment..a 7 out of 5 stars easily. i can't wait to go back and try more of their items. :)
(5)Lindsey F.
La Carreta...where to start? This place is such a GEM! I've never really had truly authentic Colombian food, but I'm definitely a foodie so I jumped at the chance to try this great little spot. My boyfriend tried it for the first time yesterday, and came home to tell me I had to try it. Since today was a scheduled day off from work it was too perfect. He brought a take out menu home for me to peruse the delectable pickings, and my eyes landed immediately on the lengua en salsa criolla. When I got there today I was seated at a 4 top table in a clean brightly lit dining room with the sunshine sharing its warmth. I was greeted at the table by the owner, an affable and personable gentleman by the name of Marlon Yepes. He lives in Tampa but recognized the need for a great mom and pop spot in the 'burg. He presented several choices of juices, and being familiar and in love with guanabana I asked if it was stocked. He laughed and said of course, so SOLD! I got it mixed with water, but if you prefer you can opt for mixing it with milk. My boyfriend decided on the blackberry juice mixed with water, but after tasting mine, wished he'd gotten the guanabana. I already had my mind made up to get the lengua so that's what I ordered, and on this trip my boyfriend decided on the bandeja paisa, which came HIGHLY recommended by Marlon. Our food came out freshly cooked within 15 minutes, and boy were we in for a TREAT! My lengua literally was falling apart and cooked to absolute PERFECTION! It was perfectly seasoned, and didn't have too much salt, which is so nice! Everything was completely fresh all the way down to the pintos (which I had to steal from my bf's plate because mine didn't include them). I didn't mind that though because I was pushing the envelope with how much I'd be able to consume. I just wanted a good taste of the homemade goodness! Next to my lengua was rice that was cooked just right. Not mushy and not too firm. On the end of my plate was a delightful little salad that had lettuce, tomato, and kernel corn with a homemade little dressing that was a nice little palette cleanser. My boyfriend's plate had a wonderful and flavorful sausage, perfectly tender palomilla steak, fried pork skin, rice, pinto beans, and an egg on the rice. I tried some of the sausage, steak, and beans and was floored at how impeccably seasoned everything was! I wanted to get the tres leches cake for dessert, but they were out. La Carreta orders the desserts fresh, at least the very FEW that aren't made in house. Marlon brought us a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie which was very good. they also have a flaky guava filled pastry and caramel arequipe that I want to try the next time I go. There are so many fabulous options, and with such a family friendly, and clean place, I'll DEFINITELY be back!
(5)Leanne S.
La Carreta is awesome! I've been waiting for a Colombian restaurant to open in St. Pete! It is a cute little restaurant, located in a strip mall plaza, super friendly employees. As always, their meals are hardy and filling. They have a large variety of baked goods - from alfajores and other sweets to your typical almojabanas, pan de bono, arepas de choclo (which are HUGE by the way). And then of course, their empanadas con aji! Muy delicioso! I will definitely be going there often! Thanks for opening up in St. Pete! : )
(5)