Amazing authentic food and drinks! The service is also great. Highly recommend. Do not go during…read moreweekend no reservations only walk in

I was a bit confused about the times for the locations because we noticed 9 p.m. on one and 10 p.m…read more on another. I tried calling the one on Crescent Ave but got no answer after having the phone ring for a while. But I decided to go with this location because Crescent said 9 p.m., and this one said 10 p.m. The location is on a busy street. We did get Lyft, so that wasn't an issue for us. But you might have to walk a bit if there's no parking. It's spacious outside when you first enter, and there are two sides to be seated. We were seated right away and given menus. The decor is cute, and the wall artwork is colorful and lovely. Great music was playing late at night. We did arrive after 8:30, more like 8:45ish. They were out of something we wanted to order, but the server, I think, his green apron, said Juan. I'm not sure if he said his name at the time. As I said, we were hungry, which was the main focus, not to mention arriving before they closed. The appetizers were delicious. I suggest getting two if you have a big group because three pieces on a plate are insufficient for four people. The food came out promptly, everything was delicious, and we enjoyed every bite. I hope to return and get the name of what we ordered. I'll use that as an excuse to return because everything looked good on the menu. I know we got Chicharron, flan, and tres leche, but the names of the dishes Yes, I could look at the menu, which I took a picture of, but I would prefer to go back

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

Sad to see it go I hope they rebuild!! Such good food I never had anything bad here! My family and…read morefriends love it too! So cute and date night ready and the staff is all so nice!!! Xoxo. Please rebuild

Quick brunch at this beautiful locations…read more The street parking is so convenient!! The food was okay My pancakes was so good The drinks are SoSo (not strong at all) The restaurant is very small and cramp so it gets loud pretty quick and the seats are very close to each other.. The bathroom is unisex and SUPER SUPER cramp!!!! The service was good, waiter is very attentive and Kind.. ( they gave us 2 free shots ) The price was ok,

I was touched on my behind by one of the male workers in there. The owner and this man were talking…read morebefore he did it and laughed afterwards. I was in shocked and then came back to confront them. The owner wanted to have a private talk with me, which I declined. Made a police report and have the video. Fui tocada en mi parte trasera por un trabajador de este establecimiento. El dueño y el señor que hizo esto estaban hablando y se reían sobre lo sucedido. Estaba en asustada y reaccioné justo cuando salí del restaurante y regresé a confrontarlos. El sueño quiso que tuviéramos una conversación en privado, la cual negué. La policía sabe de esto y hice un reporte. Las cámaras grabaron todo.

As a African American I've attempted to order from this establishment on more one occasion. I've…read morebeen looked at and overlooked by the staff members. I was there today to place a order for a party. 2 pans of Pernil and of rice. Stood there over 5 minutes and watched as they spoke Spanish to customers that came in after me.. thank you

Was snooping around with my friend thinking on what to eat then I saw los balbuenas, I haven't been…read moreto this place in about a decade so I decided to try it because it's been a long time.we saw food that we liked and the lady offered to try the food before buying it which was awesome and it was great. Very low priced too and great tasting food, they were very nice people and gave us free pieces of chicken to take home while we was sitting down eating our food.I highly recommend this spot they're very nice great,service,great tasting food.

delicious inexpensive home made Guatemalan food. Saffron…read morerice and beans with chicken, pork or meat. Green plantains, casava. If you're at Paradise, eat here.

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.

Great food also great service great hospitality…read more You will not leave with an empty stomach

Service is normally very slow here but food is good. Def recommend the pernil and the morirsoñando,…read moreit's so good. Great spot for a quick bite

This suppose to be yellow rice. This rice is black. And i don't believe they even have this on the…read moremenu. If you don't speak Spanish, don't go here. They can't communicate well with English speakers.

The workers at this restaurant located at 1470 Jerome are very very very racist toward black people…read moreand there service show that over and over. If you don't speak Spanish they will have you standing there, if they are helping you they stop to service the customer that speaks Spanish and the guy that wears the red shirt I believe he is the manager witness this on one occasion. I believe he said something to her I don't know because he spoke in Spanish but she just laughed. This happened to more of us Black people which isn't fair if we are spending our money as well. They also have a bad habit of charging you more if you are Black something needs to be done about this immediately I will also be reaching out to more platforms until something is done. This is our community and if you don't wanna service everyone the same then relocate

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.

This place is Amazing love the atmosphere and the love and respect they show to everyone here and…read moreThe drinks are great huge thanks to Marlvin the bartender he is super respectful and great at his job and major shout out to my brother Joel to making sure I always feel like I'm at home much love

We went to Ajo y Oregano while we were in the Bronx visiting family, and it did not disappoint! The…read morerestaurant is always busy, but it's definitely well worth the wait. The food is absolutely delicious, and the fresh juices are a must-try. We ordered the mofongo de camarones and the Mar y Tierra, and both dishes were full of flavor and perfectly cooked. For drinks, I had jugo de chinola and chinola con leche -- both were fresh, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. If you're in the area and craving amazing Dominican food, this spot is a must-visit!