This is a great Latin spot for Costa Rican food lovers. They make an excellent pinto, and the…read morechifrijo is really good. Even though the Colombian dish isn't originally theirs, it's still delicious. I highly recommend this place, especially for Costa Ricans who haven't been here before!.The service is good and the ambiance it's really quiet and friendly.

I was so disappointed in this place. As a Costa Rican, I always look for some authentic cuisine,but…read morethis wasn't it. I had Gallo Pinto our "signature" breakfast dish. The eggs tasted like they were dipped in oil and then friend in lard. The rice and beans had little taste. My date's dish wasn't much better. The only thing that was ok, was the jugo de maracuyá and that, I'm sure, was a frozen mix.

fantastic service…read more food great ! convenient location nice setting will go back waiter was very attentive quiet stylish atmosphere

Recommend, food taste you have to go and check it out, service was friendly and super helpfulread more

This place's food is just a disappointment every time. They…read morecall themselves a Colombian restaurant but the flavor is not up to the standards . The empanadas taste really bad The pandebonos taste really bad The list could go on ... Service how ever ,is ok. Not bad

Great food, going d portion. Lot of authentic Colombian foods, remind me of back home in…read moreBuenaventura

After leaving Barcode, I was hosted by Eddie at Mambo's Cuban Restaurant in Union, NJ, and what a…read morefantastic way to end the evening. (I've eaten at the Harrison location multiple times and have always enjoyed my experience there, but this Union location is noticeably larger while delivering the same great food and hospitality. Honestly, you can't go wrong with either location.) The moment you walk in, you're greeted by a colorful, lively atmosphere that immediately sets the tone. The centerpiece of the entryway is a rare 1920s classic blue automobile that commands attention and makes for a memorable first impression. The restaurant buzzes with energy, and despite how busy it can get, the service is friendly, attentive, and incredibly efficient. We started with several appetizers, and every one of them was a hit! The Canoas de Plátano featured sweet plantains stuffed with flavorful Creole ground beef and topped with perfectly caramelized cheese, creating an excellent balance of sweet and savory. The Tostones Montaditos were equally impressive. I tried both the skirt steak and smoked salmon versions, each served on crispy plantains with cilantro crema and fresh cilantro. Both were outstanding, but each offered its own unique flavor profile. The Queso Frito con Salsa de Guayaba was another standout, with the salty, crispy fried cheese pairing beautifully with the sweet guava sauce. For my entrée, I ordered the Ropa Vieja, a classic Cuban dish featuring tender shredded beef simmered in a rich Cuban Creole sauce. The beef was incredibly flavorful and comforting, exactly what you'd hope for from a traditional preparation. Alongside it, I enjoyed maduros, which were perfectly sweet and caramelized, as well as white rice and black beans that tied the entire meal together. From the vibrant atmosphere and impressive décor to the excellent food and top-notch service, Mambo's continues to prove why it's one of my favorite Cuban restaurants in New Jersey. If you're wondering if I'll be back? Yes, yes, a thousand times yes!

RED SNAPPER dish a must. 2 1/2 lbs with Shrimp on tostones and a slice of Avocado. Good for two…read more Cooked well keeping juice inside. CHORIZO with vino was different, good tasting too Service was kind and could tell trying to please, it worked. Environment was with eye pleasures and a 1920 Vehicle that is parked on restaurant entryway. I will return.

Cuban Breeze blows hot and cold (hit or miss). The kids' meals were a hit, but some dishes, like…read morethe tasty Ropa Vieja and bland Cubano were both dry, leaving us craving moister meat or sauce. The Yucca Fries had potential, but without the missing citrus sauce, they fell flat. The Carrot Cake would have been good if it wasn't so sweet. Overall, it's a good spot for the little ones, but inconsistent otherwise. NOTES/TIPS: **Excellent, fast service. **Easy shared parking with high turnover in the same plaza as Dunkin Donuts, USA Karate. **On Doordash.

These reviews are a bit harsh- newer restaurant, spent some time working out the kinks…read more I've been several times and the food has been on point! I always do takeout but the staff has guided me through the menu and made suggestions. Very kind and helpful. I always get empanadas and fried plantains. I split a Cuban with my husband and we also split the shredded beef with yellow rice and beans. Plenty of food and enough for lunch tomorrow! Added to my rotation! Also- beautiful murals inside, worth the visit for sure.

First time here and was immediately pleased with the friendly welcome and engagement of every…read moresingle employee. It's like entering someone's home. This offers a wonderful variety of Latin American cuisines and dishes that taste very close to your parents and grandparents cooking. We enjoyed an Al fresco lunch starting with delicious empanadas and fruit juices. We ordered "country specific" trays and found the food to be very tasty and fresh. The service is very attentive and the place is comfortable and clean. The indoor dining area is small and well ventilated. We saw a lot of people getting takeout. I would return here. My couple of suggestions are for them not to always drop off plastic straws (ask if folks need straws) and offer bottled hot sauces rather than small servings served in plastic containers. Just be more conscious of the use of one time use of plastic.

It's understandable that these are decent prices for the area. But glad that there is a Colombian…read morerestaurant in the area. So it does hit the spot when I'm in the area.

We came here and really liked it. The food came out really fast and very hot. there's smoothies and…read moredrinks were very good. Big portions and very yummy. We ordered a little of everything

Ordered on a Sunday. They have a separate area for pick up so you dont even truly have to go…read moreinside. Got the platter for $30.95: -salad: good size, typical salad -grilled chicken: excellent. flavorful, juicy and not "chickeny" (if you're like me you know what I mean, I am a bit particular with grilled chicken). Def one of the best Peruvian chickens I have had. The green cilantro sauce was also excellent. -yellow rice: bland. could use a touch of salt. seems the color was added after cooking/as not stirred because it looked like some grains weren't yellow. Seems their yellow rice does mean it's seasoned like it usually means in other Hispanic places. tastes like bland white rice with color. -beans: good flavor, absolutely saved the rice and made it worth eating. -fried plantain side: total serving and even each individual plantain slice was much smaller than I have ever gotten but the flavor was good. Overall would highly recommend. Easily one of the best Peruvian chickens I have had. Will be returning.

I have to say I was super disappointed the last time I went to get chicken here. The lights were…read moreout and the friers weren't working. It seemed they only had chicken. The fries weren't available either. The chicken tasted nasty snd not cooked enough. The waitress brought out the one chicken no fries and no salad. By the time we were done, she then brings out the salad and frijoles, $75 dollars later I brought the chicken home and had to finish cooking it. We ate plain rice while we were there. If your kitchen equipment isn't working , then shut down but dont make us spend money when you k ow it isnt top notch. What does that say about you..... that your customers are not priority.

Wonderful, authentic Peruvian food. Excellent service and convivial atmosphere. In addition to…read morestreet parking, small, private lot. Just perfect! Recommend, and will return! Thank you, Erica, for your professional, kind service!