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!

The ambiance keeps elevating. Tonight, my son and I noticed a huge picture of a pick up truck full…read moreof green plantains. It was huge but beautiful. The lighting is just right. As far as the service, they are all friendly and attentive. We ordered cheeseburger and bacon egg with cheese empanada tacos and the chicharrón de pollo with Moro . The empanada tacos are split down the middle and stuffed with fried cheese, sweet plantain and lettuce topped with special sauces: green and pink. But the BEC one comes with a special sauce that sweet. The highlight of the chicharrón plate is the salad. The dressing is so good and simple. I love it! There's notes of lime and vinegar. It only comes with the plates. Oh, I also tasted the cheeseburger empanada. The thang was filled to the rim and fried to perfection! I also had the new dessert. And I loved it. It was served cold with layers of vanilla cake, cool whip, thinly sliced strawberries and apples. It was fresh and light served in a perfect amount. Oh, there was also a bit of jam in there. It was good! Hands down better than the birthday cake empanada.

Visiting Cross County Mall and to my surprise my favorite food truck was there. I honestly haven't…read morehad this since last year. Had to order our usual 4 pernil tacos, tostones extra sauce with 2 chinos. My order is made fresh and staff is incredible. Definitely a lot of love in the food. I was so messy eating it but that's what happened when it's sooo good... Got a nice table to sit down right next to the truck.

This spot feels like it's quietly stepping into a much-needed role as a high-end date night option…read morein an area that leans heavily casual and family-friendly. The crispy octopus easily rivals anything I've had in Manhattan, super tender with just the right crisp. The cassava hash browns were so good I was almost annoyed by how simple they were. Paired with a rich, meaty sauce and a fresh fennel crunch, the whole dish was incredibly balanced. The wings were the most straightforward item on the menu (in the best way), lightly spiced, slightly sweet, and great for picky eaters. Someone needs to give the bartenders a raise. I ordered three drinks just to test consistency--every single one was balanced, spirit-forward, and not overly sweet. The presentation was different on each one and felt intentional without being gimmicky. I've seen some of the lower Yelp ratings and they mostly call out price, but this is very much a you get what you pay for situation. The quality of the food, the portion sizes (especially for this level of execution), and the overall intentionality behind the menu justify it in my opinion. Service was excellent. They squeezed me in last minute, and my waiter, Dionicio, handled my coconut allergy (not easy at a Dominican spot) with real care and ease. The space itself is worth mentioning - moody, mushroom/mossy interiors. Super cute, very well thought out, and definitely a place I'll be coming back to.

I noticed the 1 star reviews are because of the price. So I'll start from there..this is a high end…read morerestaurant, therefore the prices are VERY high. The drinks could really add up to your bill fast! Taxes and gratuity are included. I always suggest to take a look at the menu and their website to see what to expect, I already knew coming here that it would be expensive and I was ready. I made a reservation online for my daughter and I and it was a very smooth service from start to finish. The staff were very friendly and attentive. The drinks are worth every penny! They are made just right and it brings a lot! I ordered a lychee martini which I couldn't even finish after my meal, I forgot the name of the other drink I ordered but it was HUGE and delicious, I added a picture for reference.i ordered the oxtail samosas which were soooo goood, seafood on fire LITERALLY , and the coconut cod croquetas. For dessert I got the dulce de coco Enyucao which comes with vanilla ice cream on top, passion fruit caramel, cassava as the base and shredded coconut cake roll. The server then comes and pours a very delicious "sauce" all around it making it a beautiful experience by itself. This dessert is enough for 2/3 people. The ambiance is very cozy, trendy and refreshing. It doesn't feel like you're in the Bronx at all, it gives luxury vacation energy. The place is great for pictures. I recommend you take a cab because parking during the evening will be horrible, there's a lot of popular bars and restaurants around the area. I noticed they have changed the menu, they have taken some things out and they also change the presentation of the drinks so you might want to go directly to their website or to their Instagram to get more updated visuals of what they are currently offering. I came here last year during the spring If you want to try out their food and drinks without having to pay their gratuity and other fees, you could just order directly from the website for takeout

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.

We had a lovely lunch! They offer daily specials that change with what's on the buffet. Just ask…read morethe server about the lunch specials--they all include your choice of rice and beans, plantains, or salad. The portions are generous, so you get a great deal. I especially enjoy their chicken; it's perfectly seasoned. The dining room is spacious and perfect for groups.

This is my favorite entree and I order it at least 2-3 a month. I've been trying to mock it at home…read moreand actually went to pick up my order and asked the recipe and they actually told me what it was.

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 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.

11/10 Rotisserie chicken…read more I watched a Tik Tok recently talking about venturing out to find the best rotisserie chicken in NYC, and Malecon came in at 2nd/3rd. I had to try it out for myself since their #1 spot was really underwhelming. This spot really hit the spot and deserved to replace the #1 spot -- the chicken was moist, flavourful, and fresh. I could see why the lines to get in were so busy, so try to get here before noon, especially on a Saturday. The maduros and yucca fries were also special -- fried just enough to caramelise while also being crispy, my favourite. Affordable? Check. Good vibes? Check. Community staple? Check. Only come if you want to be part of the winning team.

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!

I went to the Bronx to enjoy a show at Lehman Performing Arts center and stopped for dinner at…read moreCaridad because they have a parking lot. Parking in the Bronx can be a nightmare. I truly enjoyed an excellent dinner and the service was great. The atmosphere in this place was fantastic, a very busy restaurant with lots of people laughing and enjoying their food and having a splendid time. Their roasted chicken is finger licking good. And their palomilla steak with onions is so tender it melts in your mouth. This is Spanish food at its finest. Everything we ordered was fantastic.

I've been ordering here for at least 20 years. I've found that food is consistently good. Although…read moreI have heard horror stories about the food, I have been lucky enough not to have had experienced anything negative or disgusting, thank God. Sometimes I order over the phone, through GrubHub or just take a shot 5 minute drive to the restaurant and order takeout in person. One thing's for sure, no matter what time of day, they are ALWAYS busy and it can take a minute to place an order but NEVER have I been treated rudely or belligerently, you just have to to be patient. The food in my opinion is always delicious. I am a creature of habit and rarely order anything different. One thing is for certain, the chofan, Dominican fried rice, is absolutely divine, just like I would get when I lived in the Dominican Republic and equally as flavorful as my aunt makes it. So is their morir soñando, a drink mixture of orange juice and milk. It is my absolute favorite drink and always bings me back to my childhood. So in closing, this is one of my favorite Spanish restaurants and over the years I haven't noticed too much of a difference in food quality and service, other than in prices. Yes prices have increased, but you have inflation and the rising cost of food to thank for that.. Thank you to the management to providing consistently good food and service.

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 !

I came here last week on my birthday for the first time ever and it's safe to say I WILL be…read morereturning. A lot of the time, people like to refer places, & sometimes when you go, it isn't as good as your friends said.. disappointing. BUT I will say, that wasn't the case with this place. It's definitely worth the brag. The food definitely tasted authentic. The chef comes out and shows love to everyone. The place is cozy and you feel safe inside. It's the type of place you want to bring your whole family for dinner. The service was great, I had no issues what so ever. You better believe it!

Very nice Food was good…read more We had a large and they were attentive ambience is comfortable