This is a local restaurant in Mount Vernon which is a hit or miss with the food. A few times I went…read morethey didn't have any food ( only white rice, no pork etc...) Also depending on who's preparing the food it's excessively over seasoned. But overall I do occasionally catch them on their "A" where they have what I want and it banging.

Authentic and solid Dominican Restaurant. The owner, is very pleasant and helpful. The servings…read moregenerous! Aaaand the flavor, hits the spot! All of it! I ordered Mondongo, Sancocho, Shrimp Salad, and Chicken Noodle Soup. Everything delicious! And for the price? I mean, it's definitely a steal! Go check 'em out!

I love this place. The food is consistently good. Every time I travel from south NJ to that area I…read morehave to stop there. Their chícharron de pollo is amazing and all the juices I've tried are so good.

I visited on a late Saturday afternoon and almost turned right back around due to the initial…read moresmell, which is reminiscent of a damp mop or clothing that you didn't dry completely, but you put them in the drawer anyway! The lackluster ambiance was also nearly a dealbreaker! Also, the restrooms also clearly needed more attention, a lil dirty and lil smelly. However, I decided to take a chance, and I'm glad I did. The food was surprisingly impressive. My partner loved the chicharrón de pollo with tostones and the chicken empanada taco. I opted for the baked chicken with rice and beans and the pernil empanada taco, both of which were delicious. The empanada tacos were easily the highlight of the meal. We paired everything with passion fruit margaritas that hit the spot. Despite the environment, the service was excellent, our server was attentive and very helpful. I'd come back for those empanada tacos alone if I am in the area.

The portions are HUGE, so definitely come hungry or bring people to share with…read more The fried fish was easily a 9/10. Super fresh, delicious, and enough to feed probably 3-4 people. One bite had me mentally sitting on a beach in the Dominican Republic with the ocean breeze hitting me. That fish took me somewhere for a second. The pork belly was another 9/10 -- absolutely loved it. The wings were a solid 7.5/10, very sweet but still really good. Drinks were solid too. The passion fruit drink was an 8.5/10 and super refreshing. My other drink gets a 7.5/10 -- the presentation and cup were amazing, but the actual drink didn't hit quite as hard as it looked. Mofongo dumplings not my favorite 5/10. Overall, great food, massive portions, and definitely a spot worth checking out. The fish and pork belly are what I'm coming back for.

Place is small, but food is phenomenal. Adore the ambience. Romantic setting, dim lights with…read morecustoms drink options. Perfect for small groups or couples. Moderate music, and trendy. Every area is perfect for pictures. Definitely a hidden Bronx gem. I enjoyed my time there, and service was good.

This spot is nice you'll miss it if you don't look the breakfast and coffee was good. The service…read moreher is good too they are quick to help soup wasn't the best I tried. But maybe cause it was the last bit but I'll try it again. the other food looks good haven't tried it but I will. Soon

I used to love coming to this place for good food and good prices. They increased their prices so…read morehigh it is ridiculous! I will no longer be coming here or the people at my job who also order often from here. They want to charge for every little thing even garlic sauces and it's not right.

Ordered the full pernil lunch take out with yellow rice and red beans. Pernil so tender , delicious…read moreand flavorful and they gave me so much , that I have more than plenty for tomorrow too ! Nineteen dollars and worth every penny !

Terrible service very rude food was okay rice was crunchy I will never be back!! Very unpleasantread more

Nice family run clean restaurant with a friendly staff. Nice…read moretable area to seat and enjoy a home cooked Dominican food. Free parking lot across the street makes it an easy stop for a great and generous meal!

Ordered got the second time quick delivery and good food definitely I place I can order fromread more

The best Dominican spot hands down Never disappoints…read moreAnything you order at this place will blow your mind away

The iconic Dominican restaurant is a joyful, loud and welcoming place. The line begins early but…read moremoves quickly. We ordered a lovely red wine and enjoyed our entrees: my friend had the half chicken; I ordered the calamari, which is house made. Although it stayed busy, we didn't feel rushed. We paid and headed across the street to the Imperial Palace to see Dudamel perform. It was a great meal followed by an amazing performance in a breathtaking setting.

The drinks, service and place gets a 10 out of 10 for me. The food is cooked perfectly. Sometimes…read moreI'll go to places that exaggerate on the salt and spice but this place is balanced! The portions are not too big or small. A meal here will for sure do the trick without an appetizer. Highly recommend coming here or ordering out. Everything was clean (especially the bathroom). Even with a full house the staff was attentive to cleanliness. I will for sure be returning. Service animals are welcome!

Went with some friends around 11 in the morning, we went up to the counter and each asked for a…read morelunch to eat at the restaurant. They brought us our food and we started eating. No special attention or anything was given by the people. We finished eating and asked for the bill, $87 dollars, $29 dollars each. They charged us double of the normal amount of what the normal lunch cost. The food is good but, I would be careful and ask how much they're going to charge before they rob you. Another reason i don't like going to the Bronx.

Food is pretty good. I recommend the chicken and rice. Restaurant is clean especially the bathroom…read more There's parking nearby. Service is good too.

Be aware you will get a gratuity fee and credit card usage fee on your bill and to get dinner rolls…read moreyou will get charge for that and you have to request a cup of water the food was mediocre should have went to city island very over priced !

We no longer have to go to the Bronx for Puerto Rican food because it's all here. This brother and…read moresister duo cook like they're back in the homeland making their mama's down-home Puerto Rican meals- but still keeping up with the different Vegan and Vegetarian eating lifestyles. Amidst a pub, animal hospital, smoke shop and a few other storefronts, is El Cantito Cafe on Central Ave in Yonkers. No reservations, just walk in. But the lady on the phone said to come right away and grab the only 2-seater available. Bet. Tito Rojas, Victor Manuelle and other Salseros were blasting up in this joint when we came on a Friday night. Debbie as it turns out, is the sister in this duo and greeted us like we've been long-time friends- and our table was in fact waiting for us. Large framed photographs of Puerto Rico and Vejigantes decorate Cantito's dark grey walls. Our Mojito and Lemonade Spiked with Coconut something had strength but had too much ice. Service was excellent and so friendly. Our server was a sweetheart and the brother in this partnership, greeted us. My Creole Shrimp with a side of white rice/red beans was good. Hubs liked his fried pork chunks and remembers that particular taste and seasoning growing up. Typical Puerto Rican mofongo calls for chicharrón in it- but Cantito doesn't include any which is a great, creative-thinking Vegan move for a classic dish like this one. I'm not sure what else I can say about this Puerto Rican spot, except for the fact that the food is tasty, you're greeted like family (hubs felt right at home) and the music is banging.

I will definitely be telling everyone in the world about this gem…read more We watched an episode of Kitchen Nightmares with Gordon Ramsay and El Cantito Cafe was the most memorable and heartwarming episode I've ever watched. So we visited and had an amazing meal. Even better, we got to meet the most humble and appreciative people ever, Debbie and Julio Santana are charming. I urge everyone I know to take a trip and have a great meal while supporting a deserving family owned business.