Lena Latin Grill : Fast, Flavorful, & Healthy!
January 25, 2012 by Vanessa Alfano
Filed under City Food Finds, Featured, Latest
Quick and easy does not always equate with quality when it comes to “fast” food. However, we found the perfect pit spot to re-energize and get nourished while running around town. Lena Latin Grill turns out fast, fresh, delicious fare for a great price.
As soon as I entered Lena Latin Grill I was instantly impressed by its simple yet stylish decor. Clean hard wood floors, sleek benches, and these great overhead bins filled with fresh wood used to feed the wood burning ovens. Lena is a fusion of a fast food place and table service restaurant, catering to those of us who want great healthy food and appreciate atmosphere, but don’t necessarily have the time for a long sit down lunch.
With a whole host of healthy choices, the menu offers everything from wraps and salads to full platters. A BIG bonus is that many or the items are organic, hormone-free, and naturally grown. Who’s heard of that with “fast food”? Lena is truly an exceptional place.
The menu allows you to craft your own meal offering selections of proteins, sauces, sides that can be combined in any fashion you like. Choose from steak, chicken, fish, or tofu, and then jazz them up with any of their flavorful sauces like chimichurri, lemon & butter or mojo. Pick your favorite side — coconut rice, sweet plantains, grilled corn, or more and decide whether to throw it all in a wrap, in a salad, or on a platter. There is something for every discerning palate, and Lena is a place you can truly have it “your way”.
However, if you’re like me and can’t decide when there are so many delicious options, Lena also gives you the choice of having it “their way.” I chose one of the house specialities, a wrap with grilled tilipia, lemon & butter, lettuce, tomatoes & avocado. Fresh, flavorful, and packed with good stuff, it was one of THE BEST wraps I have ever tasted… and it under $10! Beyond worth it.
Top off your meal with one of their fresh juices. They’ve got great tropical flavors like mango and papaya that are filled with antioxidants and flavor! Oh–and there’s a divine little coffee bar where you can grab columbian coffee, a cafe con leche, or a fresh pastry any time of the day. You can get it all at Lena (including an exclusive deal at the end of this article).
So whether you are in search of great food in a hurry, or a flavorful meal just the way you like it, head to Lena Latin Grill. It’s worth the stop… any time of the year.
Insider Info: Tell them HealthyStyleNY sent you and get an extra free addition when you purchase of wrap + fresh juice, or and extra side when you purchase of a plate + juice.
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