I Love Paraguay – Latin American
Step into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the golden aroma of freshly baked chipa and savory corn cakes fills the air with the unmistakable warmth of a Paraguayan home. This vibrant neighborhood gem invites guests to linger over rustic plates of tender milanesa and traditional mbejú, capturing the soulful, cheese-laden essence of South American comfort in every bite.
43-16 Greenpoint Avenue, NY 11104 +1-718-786-5534 https://www.ilovepy.comRating: 4.6/5 (1440 reviews)
Cuisine: Latin American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, dairy-free, keto, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, mayo-clinic, candida, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its authentic Paraguayan cuisine, diners consistently praise the tasty food and generous portions relative to the price. Standout dishes include the Picanha, the "big meat platter," and the mbeju, with the cocido latte emerging as a favorite drink. While some guests note the space is small and occasionally runs out of popular specials like puchero, reviewers highlight the warm hospitality and attentive service as major draws. Overall, guests love the cute, inviting ambiance and consider the flavorful experience well worth a visit.
Menu
- Vori Vori - $12.5: Traditional Paraguayan soup with cornmeal balls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Caldo de Pescado - $12.5: Fish soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Soyo - $12.5: Traditional meat soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Chipita Piru - $7.99: Crispy cheese rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Doña Angela Rosquitas - $8.8: Traditional crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sopa Paraguaya - $9.5: Traditional savory cornbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Alfajores de Maicena - $12.99: Homemade cornstarch cookies with dulce de leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Guaraní Pilsner: New York's first Paraguayan-flavored beer
Frequently Asked Questions about I Love Paraguay
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Approximately 71% of the listed dishes are gluten-free, keto, or low-carb, including Soyo, Caldo de Pescado, and Chipita Piru.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Diners consistently praise the tasty food and generous portions relative to the moderate ($$) price, resulting in a 4.6/5 rating.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the Picanha, the "big meat platter," and the mbeju, with the cocido latte emerging as a favorite drink.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant offers 25 dietary options including keto Soyo and gluten-free Chipita Piru, though reviewers note the space is small.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- The overall average rating for I Love Paraguay is 4.6/5, as indicated in the provided restaurant data and reviews.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The specific street address is not provided in the data, but the restaurant's official website is https://www.ilovepy.com.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.6/5 rating, guests praise the authentic Picanha and mbeju, highlighting generous portions and warm, attentive service.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This 4.6/5 rated restaurant offers authentic Paraguayan cuisine with generous portions, though the small space occasionally runs out of popular specials.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers highlight the cute, inviting ambiance and warm hospitality, although some guests mention the restaurant space is quite small.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This small neighborhood gem offers a cute, inviting ambiance with warm hospitality and the comfortable feel of a Paraguayan home.