La Bella Managua
★ 4.7 (2,206) · 
· $$
872 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 1M5, Canada
Phone: (416) 913-4227
Website: https://www.labellamanagua.com/
La Bella Managua in Toronto is a 4.7-star Vegetarian restaurant with 2,206 Google reviews, known for Pez Dorado and Oxtail Soup.
Why we love it
- Nicaraguan with Central American influence
- Authentic flavors, generous portions, vibrant atmosphere
- Friendly service with a family feel
- Nicaraguan with Central American influence
- Located nearby
- Authentic flavors, generous portions, vibrant atmosphere
- Friendly service with a family feel
What to Order
Pez Dorado
This whole fried fish is a standout, praised for its crispy skin and flavorful meat.
"The fish was flavourful and so crispy! Love it."
Simon Liao
Oxtail Soup
A hearty and soul-warming soup, packed with oxtail, pumpkin, carrots, cassava, and corn.
"For soup lovers, the oxtail soup is a must try. It’s brothy, with oxtail , pumpkin carrots cassava and corn it’s incredibly nutrient rich, and honestly soul warming."
Emjay LaMama
Ceviche
A refreshing and flavorful seafood appetizer, available in a killer mixed version.
"Fantastic drinks, killer ceviche and.everything on the menu is delicious and such generous portions."
Natasha
Bisteck Encebollado
This saucy and well-seasoned steak dish is a comforting and satisfying choice.
"Even though the carne asada didn’t shine, the bisteck absolutely did. It’s saucy, well seasoned, and just overall comforting and good."
Emjay LaMama
Fried Plantains
Perfectly caramelized with a soft inside and crisp edge, these are a sensational side dish.
"The fried plantains are sensational, perfectly caramelized with that soft inside, crisp edge balance you want."
Emjay LaMama
Tres Leches Cake
A highly recommended dessert, known for being perfectly sweet and moist.
"The server was lovely and recommended the Tres Leches Cake. Will be returning!"
Ana
Inside Scoop
- Expect a busy atmosphere, especially on weekends, so consider making a reservation.
- The homemade spicy vinegar sauce is a must-try with your meal.
- Portions are generous, so you might have leftovers for another meal.
- Be aware that some reviewers have felt rushed during their dining experience, particularly when busy.
- The Nacatamal (Nicaraguan tamale) is an off-menu item, but they may be able to make it if you ask.