Rolando's - Ecuadorian restaurant in Hot Springs National Park - 210 Central Ave, USA

We stopped here for a late lunch so it was not busy. After salivating over the descriptions on the menu we ordered the sampler appetizer, the Don Quijote and the chicken enchiladas. The server informed us the enchiladas were "pre-made" which we soon discovered was code for soggy. The Don Quijote burrito was the highlight of the meal and was very filling. In hindsight the we should have avoided the appetizer as the large portions tipped us into a food coma in the afternoon. The food was good, nothing spectacular.

Great place to stop in while on the strip. It was a beautiful day so, we sat on the patio. It's tucked away out back of the restaurant but, it was spectacular. The wait staff was responsive and ensured we had what we needed all during our meal. I had the Cuban sandwich and I have to tell you, it was fresh and seasoned perfectly! I don't recall what me wife had but, I know she enjoyed it. I will definitely be back soon..

This stop is a must when you visit Hot Springs! The food and service are wonderful! Very friendly staff that didn’t let my water cup empty. The tamale plate was full of clean fresh flavors. The plates are plentiful as well. I wasn’t able to finish mine. Enjoy! You won’t regret it.

Was recommended by locals and boy were they right. The food was amazing, the service was amazing, the outdoors seating was spectacular. Very much enjoyed eating here. The food has a South American style, I found out the chef is from Ecuador and tasting his dish shows he is very good. The blending of flavors into his style of cooking makes you want to come back for more. This place clearly earned 5 stars on multiple levels.

My husband and I ate here 11 years ago and it immediately became one of his favorite places to eat. We lived out of state though, so we haven't been back until today. Let me tell you, the food was just as good as it was back then!! We had the guacamole, queso, and Susu's enchiladas. The guacamole was as good as I remember and the enchiladas were some of the best either of us have ever eaten! We still live out of state, but much closer and will definitely be back!!

This is my favorite place to eat in Hot Springs! The Ecuadorian-inspired cuisine is always tasty. Nothing beats sitting out on the hillside patio when the weather is warm! Amendment July 1: stopped in again today while I was in Hot Springs! The Ecuadorian influence is very apparent in the decor in the menu.

The food was good, the atmosphere was nice, trying to find a parking space wasn't the easiest thing (there is a pay lot a block away, but it's a hectic area). The only thing I thought was extraordinary was the presentation of the food, but the taste wasn't as fabulous. Don't get me wrong, it was good, and I might eat here again, but I wouldn't go out of my way just to eat here. It should be noted, that the outdoor patio is very nice and a great atmosphere to enjoy a meal on a beautiful day or evening, but if you choose to eat outside, be aware that you'll have to go thru the restaurant, out the back, and up what send to be two flights of stairs.

Warning: This review is a little graphic. Proceed at your own risk. To put it blatantly, I did not have a pleasurable experience at Rolando’s. Even though the entire place is wonderfully decorated and the back patio is beautiful, the establishment is filthy. Cockroaches everywhere! In both bathrooms, in the indoor dining area and outside. I swear I’ve eaten at cleaner places in NYC. We started our meal with the House Sangria (this was before I noticed the filth) which was widely recommended. It wasn’t my favorite. I found it to be overly sweet, and the fruits didn’t look or taste fresh. Mom and I both ordered from the House Specials menu - she got Susu’s Enchiladas (flour tortillas, shredded chicken, sautéed with onions, sweet peppers, and green chilies along with cream cheese topped with cheddar cheese and salsa verde, served with black beans and rice, $11.95) This was honestly a very delicious dish. It was incredibly rich and creamy and packed with flavor. I would recommend this. Unfortunately, my Cuzco’s Fajitas (strips of seasoned chicken, beef* or shrimp grilled with onions and sweet peppers. Served with tortillas, pico, cheese, sour cream, black beans and rice, $13.95) missed the mark. It was presented beautifully however deceiving. It came to me lukewarm, nearly cold. No hot cast iron pan or water. The beef was flavorless and extremely chewy. Furthermore, after eating the few bites I managed to get down, my stomach became enraged and I had to run to the bathroom. Everything came right back up. This is when I noticed the roaches. After hurling up what I thought was all my food I had to double back to a bathroom AGAIN where I did the same thing and noticed more damn roaches. I spent the remainder of the day in bed with a garbage can by my side. One time was enough. I don’t live in the area, but if I did I wouldn’t return.