Aiken, SC, September 12, 2025
News Summary
Aiken, South Carolina, has welcomed a new dining experience with the opening of Latin Food, a restaurant by sisters Zoila, Noemi, and Aida Aguiriano. Located near downtown Aiken, Latin Food offers a diverse menu featuring traditional Latin dishes including tacos, burritos, and breakfast items. The sisters aim to enhance the local culinary scene by sharing their culinary heritage from South Florida, with plans for menu expansion in the future.
Aiken, SC Welcomes New Culinary Experience with Latin Food Restaurant
Aiken, South Carolina, has just welcomed a new addition to its dining scene with the opening of Latin Food, a restaurant launched by three sisters, Zoila, Noemi, and Aida Aguiriano. Located at 615 Laurens St. N.W., near downtown Aiken, the restaurant aims to bring diverse Latin flavors to the local community.
About the Restaurant
Latin Food occupies the former location of Off Da Chain Seafood & Mo. The restaurant operates from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Monday through Saturday. The menu has a wide selection of traditional Latin dishes including tacos, burritos, and tortas, offering various filling options such as asada (steak), pollo (chicken), chorizo (sausage), birria, and al pastor.
In addition to the signature tacos and burritos, diners can enjoy main entrees featuring skirt steak, grilled chicken, pork chops, shrimp, and fried fish. Daily specials include baked chicken, stew beef with carrots and potatoes, BBQ ribs, and spaghetti with meatballs paired with garlic bread. There is also a breakfast menu available all day, which features fried or scrambled eggs, egg burritos with sausage or ham, and egg and ham sandwiches.
Menu Highlights
| Category | Options |
|---|---|
| Tacos & Burritos | Asada, Pollo, Chorizo, Birria, Al Pastor |
| Main Entrees | Skirt Steak, Grilled Chicken, Pork Chops, Shrimp, Fried Fish |
| Daily Specials | Baked Chicken, Stew Beef, BBQ Ribs, Spaghetti with Meatballs |
| Breakfast Items | Fried/Scrambled Eggs, Egg Burritos, Breakfast Sandwiches |
Future Plans
Zoila Aguiriano, one of the sisters, has expressed a desire to expand the menu by introducing Cuban coffee, café con leche, and Cuban bread in the near future. Having relocated to Aiken from South Florida two years ago, the sisters are excited to share their culinary background and previously owned a restaurant in Florida, which influenced their decision to open Latin Food.
Community Impact
By offering authentic Latin cuisine, the Aguiriano sisters hope to enhance the dining options available in Aiken and to encourage locals to explore diverse culinary experiences.
Contact Information
For more information about Latin Food and its menu, interested customers can reach out via phone at 803-226-0336.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours of Latin Food?
Latin Food is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
What type of cuisine does Latin Food offer?
Latin Food offers a variety of Latin cuisine including tacos, burritos, tortas, main entrees, and breakfast items.
How can I contact Latin Food?
You can contact Latin Food at the phone number 803-226-0336 for more information.
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