At La Parada Del Sabor, located at 102 W Susquehanna St, Allentown, PA 18103, the menu is a vibrant celebration of Latin American flavors, carefully crafted to satisfy both traditional tastes and adventurous palates. The selection opens strong with Empanadas, crispy pastries generously filled with seasoned meats or cheese, perfect for starting the meal with a burst of flavor. Their Tostones—golden, twice-fried plantains—are perfectly crunchy and come with a zesty garlic dipping sauce that enhances every bite.
For heartier appetites, the restaurant serves up a stellar Pernil, a slow-roasted pork shoulder that’s juicy, tender, and seasoned with a savory blend of spices that captures the essence of Puerto Rican comfort food. Another standout is the Pollo Guisado, a traditional stewed chicken dish simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce that pairs beautifully with a side of fluffy white rice and creamy beans.
Seafood lovers are not forgotten here. The Mofongo de Camarones, featuring mashed green plantains mixed with garlic and chicharrón, topped with succulent shrimp in a savory tomato-based sauce, delivers an explosion of texture and flavor in every bite. The Bacalao Guisado, a stewed salted cod, offers a deliciously salty and satisfying experience, beautifully balanced with sweet peppers and onions.
Vegetarians will appreciate the attention to detail in dishes like Arroz con Gandules, a festive rice and pigeon pea dish that’s hearty enough to stand on its own. For those craving a street food classic, the Tripleta sandwich, stacked high with grilled steak, roasted pork, and ham, loaded onto a toasted hoagie roll with a swirl of mayo-ketchup, is a must-try.
No meal would be complete without their Flan de Queso, a luscious, creamy dessert that blends the richness of cheesecake with the silky smoothness of traditional flan. Each dish on the menu at La Parada Del Sabor feels thoughtfully prepared, offering authentic tastes that transport diners straight to the heart of the Caribbean with every bite.