Matiz Latin Cuisine - Broad Channel

We were really disappointed at the quality of the food on our most recent visit to Matiz. Chewy meat, black beans that tasted like they were just poured out of can. We had to leave a dish behind almost untouched. Despite the waiter's best attempts to help, a manager was not present to receive our feedback.Food: 1/5

First of all, if you want Authentic, Fresh and mouth watering latin cuisine, look no further. Matiz is the place to go. I have been here several times during lunch and dinner and the food, ambiance and staff continue to impress me and every single person who I've come with. I've been to a TON of latin cusine restaurants and this one surpasses even the most expensive ones in Manhattan and beyond. The staff (especially Pablo and Paula, who never stop moving and are always smiling) and the amazing owner take their jobs VERY seriously and go over and beyond to keep this establishment as perfect as it is.Now on to the delicious food! Absolutely the BEST shrimp quesidilla I ever had, this is NOT a normal quesidilla! It comes with delicious guac, pico de gallo and a special sauce on the side, and its huge with fresh Large seasoned shrimp on the inside and a perfectly crispy tortilla shell! The steak fajitas were made perfectly, so juicy and the veggies were insanely fresh and perfectly seasoned. You MUST try the Cameron Mayas, its a shrimp dish in a light Chipotle sauce with green rice, its absolutely refreshing and leaves you feeling like you just lived life! The Portobello entree was also excellent, perfect for vegetarians, it was three HUGE portobello mushrooms, seasoned like I've never tasted before and tasted like a beautiful explosion of herbs and LIFE, also presented beautifully. We were so pleased. On other occasions I've had the Pollo Matiz, comes with a melted manchego (1st time I've tasted melted manchego) and it was heavenly. We also had the Fish tacos and guacamole, both also EXTREMELY fresh and light and completely different than the standard latin cuisine I've had in the past. This place goes over and beyond to be different, fresher, cleaner and unique in every single dish. Mark my words.The drinks and the bartenders are simply wonderful. Try their sangria, it's above the rest put there, its fresh and so is the fruit. Their margaritas are also light but give you a BIG PUNCH. We also asked for special drinks and they once again went over and beyond to impress and delight our palates in every way.The desserts are out of this world ! I never had tres leches like that, I had to get more because its soo light, comes with a PASSION FRUIT dollop that's caramel like on top and is presented like a piece of art. When we tasted the flan, we also couldn't believe how DIFFERENT and delectable it was! I'm a huge flan fan, but this is by far my favorite. Get these 2 desserts..PLEASE, and add their delicious coffee with it. You will be so satisfied and so astonished and how this restaurant is so different from all the others. Lastly, you will love the scenery inside, truly welcoming and pretty with beautiful art and an amazing staff. This is me and my friends new favorite restaurant by far!!

Matiz has been my go-to restaurant for years, and it’s hands down my favorite in the neighborhood. The food and drinks are consistently fantastic, and the staff is incredibly attentive and accommodating. I can’t recommend this place enough – a true gem!

Tonight I placed my pick up order!!!, I ordered a chicken mofongo and a cordon blu... and definitely the flavor of their dishes is spectacular, a delight for the palate, and many thanks to the waiter who gave me the order, a delight !!!

My first time at this restaurant, I have to say the portion of the food is tiny for someone who's on a diet Usually Spanish (Latin) restaurants serve good sizes portions . So my recommendation is, if you like big portion sizes of food ,this place is not for you. Also is very expensive.