First off, always exceptional service, no matter who is running the register. They seem excited to be at work, happy to share their knowledge of the menu and work hard to make sure exactly what you want. Parking can be an issue, so if you’re meeting someone you may want to show up a little early because there will be parking, but it may not be right in front or behind the storefront. Don’t let that scare you, there is plenty of parking in that area, just not in front of The King. But you really want to know about the food: Plantains – really good but a very small portion for an appetizer but the sauce with it is AMAZING. Fried Cheese - bigger portion but served with the same amazing sauce. Rice bowl - rice bowls are similar to the sandwiches, just without the bread. So if you’re gluten-free, rice bowls are a good option. Pork sandwich - this is what they do best, juicy marinated pork, serve with pickled onions, and fresh bread is an absolute fantastic sandwich. I don’t know why I don’t head over to Chancho King more, well I do know because it is not near my work anymore. When I have time and don’t mind driving a little bit, The King is where to go

What an amazing gem for Jacksonville, a locally owned restaurant that has a Friday late night menu and a ceviche/seafood brunch Sunday that is the best food in Jacksonville. They deserve a James Beard award, so if you are a chef that can nominate restaurants and are in Jacksonville for some reason (apologies) - Go to Chancho King on Sunday! During the week, they have amazing sandwiches for 7-8 which is a steal. Great owners and great staff that will make you feel at home.

I was a bit thrown off because I saw the Ecuadorian flag and was anticipating a traditional latin restaurant, when I went in was a complete different vibe. Very artsy and modern, gave me Williamsburg Brooklyn vibes, reminded me of home. Now the service was excellent, very welcoming and the gentlemen that was greeting was super knowledgeable and very patient. Im do sorry I forgot his name but I know he's greek. He was world class with his customer service. As you can see I had the pesto pasta with steak and it was delicious. What a great presentation and the flavors were spot on. Shout out to the entire team. This place is a Gem and I look forward to having dinner there on my next visit. Thank you

This was a random find that really blew us away. I heard about the food truck associated with a local brewery, so I decided to investigate their menu. The menu was one sided, so that already gave me hope. The second sign was that the food had a combination of unique flavors. We wound up going to their main storefront and was greeted by a friendly staff member that gave us the rundown. The restaurant was clean inside with ample seating, and the restrooms were great as well. The hanging plants really opened up the space. After getting our food we could tell we were in for a treat. The chicken, rice, plantains, everything - was seasoned well and the perfect temperature. We devoured almost everything and definitely took leftovers. Considering what Jacksonville has this is definitely top tier and the city is lucky to have this place.

I was recommended here for some good food, and they were absolutely correct. Was greeted with an awesome welcome and smile from the lady behind the counter. I love locally owned restaurants. The people are more down to earth, and she this young lady was that. With her recommendation, I went with Arroz Con Menestray Carne with pork as my protein and a small side of some real good hot sauce. The portion was a good one, and the flavors were wonderful. I wish I would have ordered a side of their pickled red onions, I saw them going out on the sandwichs on several orders. I learned they have a special menu on Fridays from 9pm until midnight and also on Sundays. So I'll definitely be back for that in the near future. Give your taste buds a treat and give them a try...

The place has a vibey atmosphere, and the staff is very friendly, offering great recommendations for both food and drinks. We ordered the pork rice bowl with a fried egg and pan de yuca. The pan de yuca was delicious—light, buttery-soft, and paired perfectly with the aioli. The bowl itself looked small at first, but the portion was just right for a quick bite. It had a well-balanced mix of savory and acidic flavors. The pork wasn’t overly fatty, yet it was tender, with the fat melting in your mouth. The pickled onions were well-prepared, adding a nice contrast without overpowering the dish. 10/10 recommend!

I'll be coming back here again. This place had great tasting food and decently priced. The service was helpful and relatively quick. Beer selection was good too, a few local beers on tap which is always welcomed. The chicken dish was super flavorful; savory and that sauce mixed with the rice was awesome. The pork was not dry and had a great taste. Loved the chicharrones as well. It was all a hit!

Deeeeeeeeeeeelicious! The cheese lady at Grater Goods sent us here and we loved it. We got the pork sandwich, empanadas, and plantain chips plus a passion fruit agua fresca. Everything tasted great. We can’t wait to go back and work our way through the menu.