Caffe Colao Resturant - Richmond

Amazing food! We loved everything that we have ordered. Found this restaurant on Google Map and I liked the photos of dishes that were posted in reviews. Our waitress Amaya was so kind and patient. I asked a lot of questions since I never had Dominican food. She patiently answered each one my questions and told me what she would recommend. I ordered Mofongo Bistec encebollado (Steak and Onion with Yuca Mofongo). Yuca Mofongo was so delicious, it was my favorite part of the meal. Bake Pernil (Roasted Pork) was moist and tender, full of flavors. Goat Stew was cooked perfectly, good amount of lean meat soaked in delicious sauce. Each dish comes with rice, they substituted mixed vegetables for my husband and I since we are trying to avoid carbohydrates. We also had a cup of Cappuccino, it was nice and strong. They have a nice espresso machine in the bar area.The restaurant was very clean and nicely decorated. Multiple large TVs.I really enjoyed everything, will definitely go back especially for the Yuca Mofongo.Kid-friendliness: They offer kids meals.

First time to try this restaurant. all the foods we ordered taste good especially the beef stew and baked chicken are so tender ??

Let me tell you ! This Dominican restaurant has the Best Caribbean food in town! Everything it’s delicious, trust me ! I cannot recommend enough! From the pernil , to the bake chicken , to the mofongos , they are just simply the best! Great atmosphere, good prices and good portions too! If you never tried Dominican sazón this is your spot. You won’t regret it.

All I have to say is this food is authentic to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic without having to actually go there! I should have taken a picture of my food and my husbands, but it caught me off guard to dishes I’ve had by family and had to just dive in! I got pollo guisado and my husband (who is an extremely picky eater) got carne guisado. When I tell y’all I had to refrain from licking the plate, I’m not over exaggerating! It tasted like it was made with love, time, and attention. This is definitely a new family favorite and I highly recommend trying!

I went to there yesterday and the food was good but the waitress was so awful ! Every time my husband and I would ask for something , she would instantly roll her eyes ! We’d always say please and thank you ! Nor once she said “you’re welcome “ honestly this restaurant need better treatment and waitresses!