La Ventanita Latina: Ropa Vieja and Empanadas on Okeechobee Boulevard

Restaurant La Ventanita Latina keeps things focused on traditional Latin American cooking, with a menu built around a handful of dishes done consistently well rather than an exhaustive list. The Okeechobee Boulevard spot has become known for its ropa vieja — the shredded beef stew that's the kitchen's best seller — alongside arroz con pollo and crispy empanadas.

Traditional Methods, Simple Sides

Maduros, the sweet fried plantains that round out most Latin American meals, show up here as a favorite side, and the kitchen's approach leans on individual attention to each dish rather than rushing plates out. The restaurant welcomes everything from casual lunches to bigger weekend celebrations.

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5756 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33417. Closed Tuesdays, with hours extending into the evening the rest of the week — a solid, unpretentious option for Latin American comfort food.