Fogonero Restaurant in Cedar Park is a hidden gem for Venezuelan cuisine, known for its vibrant flavors and comforting dishes. Nestled behind prominent shops, the restaurant might take a bit of effort to find, but patrons agree it’s worth every moment. Guests rave about the authentic Venezuelan offerings, particularly the Creole Breakfast, featuring rich black beans, shredded beef, and fresh avocado served with arepas, capturing the essence of home-cooked meals. The reviews highlight the friendly, attentive service, with many patrons praising how the staff enthusiastically explains the menu to newcomers. Lessly Lopez expressed her satisfaction with the mini empanadas and delightful passion fruit drink, while Michael Seabrooke described it as “the El Dorado of South American food," despite noting the restaurant's obscurity and occasional staffing challenges. Hope Ruppanner and WantlessManbra echoed the sentiment of addiction to the flavors, with favorites ranging from the mushroom risotto to perfectly cooked amarillos. The ambiance is relaxed, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether a first-timer or a returning customer, Fogonero Restaurant promises a comforting taste of Venezuela that leaves diners eager for their next visit. If you're in the area, make sure to explore this culinary haven!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Fogonero Restaurant - Cedar Park
Lessly Lopez
May 30,2025
I was so scared because I’m pregnant so I’m very picky with my foods right now but it was delicious! I got the mini empanadas that came with 4 different fillings. I was offered a green non spicy and red spicy sauce that were both full of flavor. I also got a passion fruit drink. Very nice people too explained the menu to me since I’ve never had Venezuelan food before. Hope you guys give it a try there wasn’t many people in there. I will definitely come back
Michael Seabrooke
May 17,2025
The El Dorado of South American food...if you can find it! The Good: Food and service are bang-on. Cannot wait for my next visit. The Bad... 1) Location is obscure, behind the prominent shops near Walton Way: look closer to Bell Blvd. Not readily visible unless you’ve been here before. GPS struggled. 2) They couldn’t help with directions when we called, even with 2 of us being bilingual and fluent. 3) Their outdoor sign is small and dim, especially at night, which adds to the hidden nature. Other folks called in after we arrived with the same challenge, and same result. 4) They were short staffed on 12/10, so one person was having to be a server AND field all the calls and to-go orders. Not good, and not her fault. Hopefully this is a 1-off and not the norm? 5) No longer serving alcohol, which may be a plus (or a deal breaker) for you. The Final Word: If you crave South American food in the CenTex area, your choices are limited, which makes this place a VERY special find. Go try it for yourself, and thank me later.
Hope Ruppanner
May 3,2025
I am addicted to this food! It is absolutely delicious! I love the mushroom risotto, it is fabulous
Debbie Chen
Apr 18,2025
Absolutely would recommend if you’re looking for a delicious experience! The staff was fast, friendly and efficient. Everything tasted delicious and presentation was lovely. The vibe was chill and the food was so comforting. 10/10 Thank you guys for a wonderful experience.
WantlessManbra
Mar 21,2025
The food was absolutely incredible, I'm usually picky when it comes to Latin foods since I'm from a Latin family. But this absolutely shattered my expectations. The meat was delicious and juicy. The amarillos were perfectly sweet. And Angeli was attentive! Definitely got a returning customer!!
Ronika Kim
Mar 4,2025
Wow, we just had an exceptionally good meal at Fogonero. We enjoyed the fresh, high quality ingredients and food cooked to perfection. That salad....avocado and hearts of palm. So good. The steak was to die for. The shocking thing is that they are not busy at all. Service was friendly and quick. Highly recommend.
Alvaro Tabares
Mar 4,2025
The atmosphere and the people there were amazing! I ordered these two dishes and they were the best I ever had! I recommend this place if you’re looking for authentic Venezuelan food.
Sean Lervaag
Feb 26,2025
Amazing food! My wife and her parents are from Venezuela and they said it was super authentic and just wonderful. It was a little bit of home for them. We were surprised by the quality for such a small place. You would expect this kind of food at a larger more upscale restaurant. Do yourself and favor and check it out!!! Nice family owned business and our server Wilson was great!
Reviews For Fogonero Restaurant - Cedar Park