My husband and I stopped by this El Tina on a really cold day, looking for something warm and…read morecomforting, and the experience was mixed but overall pleasant. He ordered the sancocho and I had the mondongo. The service was a strong point. Our server, I believe her name was Elba, was polite, kind, and attentive, which always makes a difference, especially on a chilly day when you just want to sit and warm up. My husband really enjoyed his sancocho and appreciated that they don't add carrots (or potatoes), which we personally don't like in sancocho. That alone made his dish a win. My mondongo, on the other hand, was just okay. I would call it standard, but the flavor didn't quite hit for me. I didn't love the taste, and while I still ate it because we were hungry and cold, I've definitely had much better mondongo elsewhere. Overall, the service was good and welcoming, which is why I'm giving this place four stars. The food was a bit uneven for us, but it's still a solid spot for a warm meal and friendly service in the Bronx.

Lunch on a Wednesday afternoon with a party of four (colleagues and manager) we all ventured for…read moreDominican food in hopes of fulfillment for a good foodie experience. Food calls for people merged together from all cultures, ages and backgrounds coalesce to formed a unified setting for a healthy processed positive workplace environment. 'Cause as humans we live and eat where food is certainly a motivator. During the passage of my Sisyphean Task, I glanced a takeout menu that was floating in my workplace environment and was lured for a try as I was enticed by this business name. Delivery is available for a minimum order of $10.00. Unbeknownst to me, I did not know I can cook well to own a Dominican restaurant as it bears my name! Oh! Next door there is a corresponding a juice bar with the same name... TINA. This business is accessible walking distance via MTA NYC Transit 1 train at 231st Street station in Kingsbridge, Bronx. Egregiously poor customer service! Price is excessively high which I am willing to pay but accompanied with good quality food as caveat. Their service does NOT align the food quality. The women behind the open buffet counter do not respond to customers' inquiries as I browsed the many hot food options and saw meat, "what is that? what type of meat is that?" for a dismissive tonal reluctant irascible response "It's meat! MEAT!!" Insolent! My colleague intervened: "she is asking what type of meat is that." All my colleagues and manager decided to attain the Dominican Mondongo, tripe stew soup which was good. We patiently waited for warm Casabe al ajillo bread with garlic to be served which we had to request with persistence as it is not accompanied for inclusion. I always have a predilection for garlic bread. There are a lot of staff behind the buffet hot food bar and cash register counter all actively hustling working speaking Spanish which many were very abruptly dismissive for my request of the standard sales receipt to be printed. Being busy, overwhelmed and extreme stressed with a lot of work does not give one the prerogative to be rude, irascible, dismissive, indifference and curt in a boorish wayward behavioral manner to your customers who are spending our hard-earn money giving it to your business! If you don't speak Spanish as a patron, good luck to be serviced properly with dignity for inclusion. Linguini pasta with chicken, small $9.00 The linguini was average pasta and the chicken embedded was also average. I do not taste their food to be described as "delicious." I honestly could not consume a medium size plate as their attitude for poor customer service made me very despondent and intensely dispirited. Subsequently, I lost my appetite and food as desideratum was no longer enticing.

Best sancocho in town. Like you're in the DR. Amazing mojito salsa, arroz com habichuelas. Great…read moreDominican home-made options. Muy simpatico pero non demasiado elegante. Como la cocina de mamá.

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.

My neighborhood spot, Excelente todo!!! Comida riquisima y sabrosa, atención de lujo. Recomiendo!!…read more The food here is hands down the best "Spanish" Dominican style food. Honestly I can't just choose one dish. They're all delicious. Thank me later!!

I'm going to give them four stars because I have visited this place enough now to form an opinion…read more I have to say this is a Spanish restaurant and I do like that every time I have made a visit it's always clean. It has enough tables for you to sit comfortably and enjoy something to eat. They have plenty of options to enjoy and for the most part, the food is really good. Although they have had some bad days where the rice was not always good. I mean the specialties. Like the rice and bean mix, or the mixed rice with veggies, etc. The customer service has not always been that great as well. I do have to say I've had more good than bad. Unfortunately it is something you get use to living in the Bronx. All that being said I'm gonna give a thumb up on this one. Happy Yelping!

This place is actually pretty good! Personally, I think the reviews here are a little too harsh…read more When you compare this Malecon to the other restaurants in the immediate neighborhood, this one is phenomenal. Sure, if you're comparing it to the Washington Heights location, it falls a little short, but the Heights location is always packed, and the service there can be a chaotic mess because of it. The ambiance is alright, no frills. It's not Midtown, so don't expect fancy treatment, but it works perfectly for what it is. I've dined in a few times and ordered takeout a lot more. A huge plus is that you can always find a table pretty fast. Food-wise, it's Malecon, so you should already know what to expect. The rotisserie chicken is amazing, especially when you pair it with that delicious mojito sauce. The location is solid in my opinion. Unfortunately, it has gotten a little pricier over the years, but everything else did in this city, so that's to be expected. Still a solid go-to spot!

Three stars because the chicken is still the best, but the prices and service has fell off. The…read moreprices are just way to high when you have some of the same kind of restaurants in the same area. Although it has the better chicken still, the other meals are sometimes hit or miss. Last time I visited the rice was overcooked and the service was not pleasant. The woman who helped me either didn't understand me or didn't care to. No one even asked if I needed anything. The vibe was just different. Im just gonna say Happy Yelping on this review.

BOKAGUÁ in the Bronx really did what needed to be done... Dominican x Asian fusion?? Yeah... they…read moresnapped. From date night to girl night this is definitely the perfect spot. The ambiance was nice and moody but still gave sexy. The music was good and service was even better... Oxtail samosas, lobster fried rice, cocktails, and a whole vibe I will definitely be back... did i mention I actually enjoyed each dish...them oxtail samosas so good.

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.

The food here is great !! A huge variety of really good food. Service is fantastic very friendly…read more Definitely coming back!

So I came here after service and it was good. I was very surprised because I have never been here…read moreand I always hear about it. So first the service was good it was one person taking orders and helping with the food. He was nice and attentive. Second, I ordered chicken and waffles which was good but they add cheese and bacon to this dish which made me a bit nervous because I was concerned it would throw the flavor off but not it was good. I would say next time no cheese, but overall the food was good. The waffle had a good flavor sweet and fresh, a little overcooked for my preference but it was good. The chicken was good and had good flavor. My friend she ordered the tres golpes with malanga and that was delicious. It was really good. We also ordered juices, I didn't like my juice it was an oatmeal with lemon juice. The place is nice like going over to a friends house. I would definitely go back and I would try other dishes, as well.

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.

This place has amazing food and great service. They are quick and precise. I recommend this place…read moreif you don't want to spend too much $$ but still eat great and different variety of foods. The workers give off a very friendly feeling and they make you feel at home.

I got a whole chicken and rice and beans from here. While the chicken was well seasoned the rice…read moreand beans were burnt.