Ricuras – Spanish
Ricuras invites guests into a warm, inviting escape where the air is perfumed with the scent of saffron and the rhythmic sizzle of traditional paella pans. This vibrant sanctuary brings together the communal joy of shared tapas and the deep, rustic flavors of Spain, creating an atmosphere where every clink of a wine glass feels like a festive celebration of the Mediterranean spirit.
1576 Watson Avenue +1-718-450-8363 https://ricurasecuadorian.com/Rating: 4.1/5 (341 reviews)
Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, tlc, aip, renal, raw-food, alkaline, slow-carb, lectin-free
What diners are saying
Diners have mixed but passionate reactions to this spot, with fans raving about specific traditional dishes like the "delicioso" Cow Foot Soup and the fresh Encebollado. While some guests praise the polite service from the staff, others note that parking in the area can be a significant challenge, recommending calling ahead. However, potential visitors should be aware of serious concerns regarding food quality and kitchen cleanliness raised by several reviewers, with reports of overly sweet flavors and stale bread dampening the experience for some.
Menu
Desayunos y Entradas (Breakfast & Appetizers)
Traditional Ecuadorian breakfast items and appetizers.
- Bolones de queso - $7.95: Tasty green plantain fried then mashed with tropical cheese.
- Bolon chicharron - $9.95: Tasty green plantain fried then mashed with crispy pork.
- Empanadas de verde - $4.49: Crispy green plantain turnover stuffed with delicious tropical cheese
- Motepillo - $17.95: Mixed hominy corn and scrambled eggs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Platillos Típicos (Main Courses)
Classic Ecuadorian main dishes.
- Papipollo - $12.55: Chicken pieces with french fries
- Yapingacho - $20.95: Rice W/ 2eggs, sausages, velvety potato patties, salad and peanut butter. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Chaulafan - $24.95: Ecuadorian-style fried rice loaded with pork, beef, chicken, shrimp and eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Churrasco - $19.95: Rice and lentil w/ beef stew, 2 fried eggs and French fries
- Bandera - $23.95: Traditional platter with beef tripe stew, chicken, pork chunks with rice
- Fritada - $19.95: Marinated pork chunks fried and served with corn-nuts hominy and sweet yellow plantain Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Seco de chivo - $19.95: Goat Stew. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Seco de gallina - $18.95: Hen Stew Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Mariscos (Seafood)
Seafood dishes and ceviches.
- Camarones apanados - $24.95: Breaded Shrimp Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Arroz Con Camaron - $23.95: Yellow rice W/ shrimp. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Arroz Con Mariscos - $23.95: Yellow rice W/ seafood. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Ceviche de camaron - $20.95: Shrimp cocktail. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Ceviche de pescado - $18.95: Fish cocktail. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline
- Ceviche de concha - $19.95: Clams cocktail Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Frequently Asked Questions about Ricuras
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Ricuras specializes in Spanish and Ecuadorian cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like paella, tapas, encebollado, and seco de gallina.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Ceviche de concha suits twenty-two diets including low-carb and gluten-free, while Bolon chicharron and Bandera are gluten-free and dairy-free.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Ricuras offers 25 dietary options including vegetarian Empanadas de verde, gluten-free Arroz Con Mariscos, and paleo-friendly Ceviche de concha for communal dining.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly ($) Spanish restaurant holds a 4.1/5 rating, featuring traditional dishes but facing concerns over kitchen cleanliness and food quality.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Ricuras is unique for its traditional Spanish atmosphere featuring communal tapas, paella, and highly-praised dishes like Cow Foot Soup and Encebollado.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Ricuras has an overall average rating of 4.1/5, reflecting mixed but passionate reactions from diners regarding food quality and service.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not list specific hours, but the restaurant maintains an active website at https://ricurasecuadorian.com/ for operational information.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://ricurasecuadorian.com/, but the provided data does not mention online ordering availability.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Ricuras offers a warm atmosphere with communal tapas and budget-friendly pricing, though guests report parking challenges and concerns regarding kitchen cleanliness.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Rated 4.1/5, visitors should expect difficult parking, polite service, and popular Cow Foot Soup despite some food quality and cleanliness concerns.
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