Todo Rico Sandwich Shop

Todo Rico Sandwich Shop is a Colombian restaurant located on Armenia Ave (next to Honduras Restaurant). You could very easily drive by it without noticing it but that’s what makes this place a «hidden gem». The lovely owner told me they have been in business for 3 years, which was surprising to me as they only have 2 reviews and the place looked new and clean… TGH would be proud of how clean it is. This place should have 100 reviews. C’mon Unilocalers!
The restaurant is very «bonito», as my Colombian friend described it after showing her pictures. The walls are adorned with floral artwork, fresh flowers on the counter (I think they were real?), about 6 two seater tables, as well as counter seating, where I sat. She spoke to me in Spanish and presented me the Spanish version of the menu, which was fine. After realizing I might not be Latino, she offered me one of the menus in English but I told her it wasn’t necessary.
I asked the lady what she recommends and she suggested the Cuban sandwich or bistec sandwich. I didn’t want to get a Cuban at a Colombian restaurant so I got the bistec sandwich and a jugo de moro con leche (moro juice with milk). Whoa! What a surprise when she brought out the glass, it was nearly a foot high. It was very good although it does have somewhat of a tart flavor. She brought out the bistek sandwich about 15 minutes later. It is pressed on Cuban bread, sliced diagonally, with onions, mustard, mayonaise and lettuce (I declined the tomatoes). Very tasty and filling! Total cost for the sandwich and jugo de muro was $ 12. The bistek sandwich was one the most expensive items on the menu though.
They serve variety of items for breakfast, lunch and dessert. They have some sandwiches and arepas as cheap for under $ 3!!! (see picture of English menu… arepas=corncakes). I heard through the Colombian grapevine that the Cholado (dessert) is the best that can be found anywhere. So next time I will order that and report back.
This restaurant will be added to my lunch rotation…5 stars!
FYI: They close at 6pm daily (closed on Sundays).

Went there again! They were serving Ajico (a typical plate in Bogota, Colombia) as their specialty dish for a Saturday. It was my first time trying it and I loved it! The Ajiaco is a creamy soup with shredded chicken and potato, it also comes with rice, corn in the box and avocado on the side.