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.

A glorious fever dream! Tapas galore! No full bar? Who cares? Four flavors of Sangria (red, white,…read moreblue w/Curaçao, passionfruit- naturally delicious!) and wine. With a google same day reservation, I rolled in with my little family of four and my mother-in-law. Gabriella, the chef's wife, treated us like family and every dish tasted like a hug. Highlights were the zesty Peruvian Ceviche (save bread for the sauce), tasty Steak Yucca Fries, and Berenjena con Miel - eggplant drizzled with honey and goat cheese. The Calamari was crispy and delicious even without the tentacles. Dessert was a victory lap with a smooth and creamy Flan, perfectly crunchy Churros, and Lemon Sorbet that looked like Olaf doing hot yoga. Then came free homemade limoncello to end the meal. It was bright, balanced, and dangerously good! We waddled out with joy! NOTES/TIPS: **Great solo, dates, friends, family. **Huge menu w/several vegetarian options and kids menu. **Wine and sangria available. **Gendered restrooms. Wheelchair-accessible. Indoor/outdoor seating. Warm modern vibes. **For 3 adults and 2 kids with their spaghetti and meatballs, 7 small plates left us very full. **Street parking if you're lucky, parking decks nearby. **Reservations recommended.

An Italian and Argentine tapas restaurant, small shop that had first-come, first-serve seating…read morealong with some Opentable stuff online that you could reserve at. Service was top-notch, folks came back to help us pack up extras and also check on us multiple times. Stopped in on a hot day, tried a bunch: Pitcher of white sangria was a lovely cool sip, just about right for four of us per pitcher. Tapas/apps: - Special baked oyster fondue was only ok (reminded me of Oyster Rockefeller but not as flavorful and the cheese was mostly on the plate, not on the oyster); they had 3 on the plate and they noticed and had them make up a 4th for the 4th person at the table. Great service for that notice and sending a fourth one out - good touch. - Papas bravos was a good fingerling potato in a creme - Grilled octopus was ok - Peruvian ceviche was a touch too sour for me, but others liked it - had another potato dish but wasn't sure what it was called; just ok Mains, also shared: - Short ribs rigatoni was good, but not as good as the one at Ferraro's that I had earlier in the month - Seafood paella - not sure if this is a regional difference, but I'm used to having the crispy rice along the outside of the pan, crunch and savory -- the inside rice and shrimp, sausage and clams were ok, but missing the texture expected of a hot pan of paella rice, so left feeling like I missed out of something Dessert - churros were solid, with dulce de leche - lava cake was ok, not much melting (more like a little chocolate melted in the center but not enough to ooze out), but the chocolate cake was good, and the vanilla ice cream to the top always a good touch - they had a special fruit mix in a pastry shell - good fruit mix and the ice cream below was good - pastry was just ok, maybe needed something more like a napoleon's layers instead of being like a fried skin which ended up being a bit stuck in the teeth Overall great service, a mix of dishes that sometimes hit the mark and others missed, but will come here to try some other dishes that people at the table next to us ordered - the steak looked good, as did the fish!

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

Good spot for Colombian food…read more I got take out and requested for more hot sauce but the lady did me dirty and said she already gave a lot. when I got home there was only 1 small container. I should have laid on the charm and gave her $5 for more salsa. Might be better service for dine in. Also helps if you speak Espanol.

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.

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!

Got the broccoli and beef from their lunch special menu. Food was really tasty, green sauce and hot…read moresauce are a must.