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    Casa Adela

    4.2 (705 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    CASA ADELA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Mofongo Rotissierrie Pollo
    Dalena D.

    Wow everything was solid! My favorite was the mofongo, I've never tried it and it was so tasty with shrimp. The rotisserie chicken is also good and juicy. You don't need to add beans and rice, it'll be additional charge. Soup was hearty but it tasted like other tomato soups. I want to try their fried chicken next.

    Bistec Encebollado
    Bethany R.

    Food was very tasty. Very yummy. Tastes like mi abuelas food when she would cook. Place was packed filled with people. There is a bit of wait but worth it for true Puerto Rican food. The inside is nice but was pretty warm inside considering it is summer though, just wish the AC was more cooler. I really enjoyed everything I ate. I tried my other families food as well and loved it. You want some true Puerto Rican food? Come here and give it a shot! Heads up! They only take cash.

    Sadia H.

    A cozy and comfortable dining area and I am glad my nephew and I came in when we did. An hour or so after, we probably would not be able to nab seating for two. There were also a lot of to-go orders. The service initially seemed brusque but the man was well-meaning, as he came by to fill our waters and accommodated each of our requests. I asked if the beans were cooked in pork and they are not. I ordered the bacalao vizcaina with Spanish rice and pink beans. The rice and beans were so good. The bacalao was good and I suspect it gets better with time. My nephew got the 1/2 rotisserie chicken with rice and black beans. He said it was all delicious. Portions are reasonable as are the prices.

    A mural of Doña Adela, which is a testament to how important this restaurant is to the cultural fabric of the neighborhood

    Best Puerto Rican restaurant in New York. Bring cash. Everything on the menu is 10/10. It's hard to find pastelon or alcapurrias in the city. The pastelillos de pollo or chicken empanadas are juicy. Great service, family owned. The son runs the business, he might be the one waiting on you while he's receiving deliveries or doing takeout orders. The aesthetic is Love, Family & Puerto Rico. A true neighborhood gem, it's our duty to keep alive.

    kristin c.

    4.5 Really liked the food here, flavorful but not salty for me. This time, also ordered Bacalao; yuca with onions; mofongo which has pernil mixed in, and crispy chicharron on top (less pricey than the mofongo with pernil or chicken entree). Flan was so good and only $3. Chicken chicharron were crispy and tasty but were not meaty pieces. Pernil sandwich was pressed, kind of plain. 2 hours from being outside/waiting for a table to finishing our meal. I did notice that once seated, it took a while for our order to be taken. There were only 2 people attending to the tables but staff is very nice, homey feel when eating there. Kitchen was busy- noticed a lot of pick-up orders too. Small restaurant, tables near each other; with a small restroom.

    Mercedes L.

    Casa Adela is a small eatery of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, just as cooked as our "abuelas" with flavor. I enjoyed the food as well as the informal atmosphere. The restaurant is very small, 6 tables. The service very nice the seasoned staff treats you like an old friend. A lot of to go/pick up orders. Try to go off rush hours, people wait in line for this great food. If you're craving real Puerto Rican food, specifically, this is the place to go.

    Tara C.

    It's a four. It's a solid four. I arrived a little after 4pm with the intent on getting a 1/2 rotisserie chicken. I'm guessing they sold a lot already that day as the chicken still had to cook for approximately 2 more hours at that point. With that, I opted for the pernil. It was flavorful but some pieces were slightly dry. I may have gotten the end of a batch, because the guy next to me also ordered pernil and all of the pieces looked juicy and were hot. The vibe inside is authentic Puerto Rican. They've got the checkered tablecloth along with the condiments on all tables. The place is small - wait to be seated if you're eating there or order at the counter if you placing an order to go. I also got arroz con gandules, black beans, tostones & a salad. Yes, I brought home leftovers. At the moment, they're selling bottles of coquito for the holidays. It's a little steep in my opinion, at $45 per bottle. Cash only. But, they will also accept Venmo & Zelle. I think there was a third option to electronically send money. A very affordable meal for sure. Without tip, my total came to just under $27. A neighborhood spot and a NYC institution... Casa Adela.

    Chuletas Fritas (2)
    Ren Z.

    This is a spot that has been on our bucket list for a while now. It serves good old fashioned Puerto Rican comfort food that does not disappoint. The restaurant itself is tight - not many tables - and the menu itself was not very varied. However the basics were there. Service was friendly although the server was just a touch absentminded. Really good place.

    Gabriel N.

    Delicious homecooked meal that feeded my group of 6 for less than 100 dollars, incredible experience! The service is curt, (which people might not be used to, but I love it!) quick, and efficient. Bring cash and I recommend the pernil with the rice and beans. Absolutely will be coming here again.

    Rice and beans
    Bradford C.

    I was in New York the last week of March and beginning of April, and I wanted to find an authentic Puerto Rican restaurant, so like any normal person who has no point of reference for what Puerto Rican food should taste like, I checked Reddit. Everyone on Reddit said that Casa Adela was the place to be, and so I made the trip down to the Village to check it out, and I did not regret it. This was my first time ever having mofongo, and it was everything I ever hoped for. It was starchy and filling, and the pork cut through with its fatty texture perfectly. I also ordered the rice and beans, and it was so satisfying mixing it all together. The workers were incredibly friendly and nice, and I was surprised at how packed it was. It's a little small restaurant, but when I got there, it was at capacity that I had to wait for an opening. I don't remember how long I waited for, but it was worth every second. Keep in mind that they're cash only, which, fortunately, I had some on me to cover. I would definitely come back for them.

    Full Table!  Ensalada de Aguacate 1/2 Pollo Pollo Guisada Mofongo Maduros Arroz Blanco, Amarillo, or Gandules Habichuelas
    Harry Q.

    Food is as authentic as it gets outside PR. Brought me back to my childhood (especially the flavors of the Pollo Guisado like my Mom use to make). Price is more than reasonable for the spread we had. The service and space is not fine dining white table cloth by any means but it's cozy and clean and that's all that matters.

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    Manny S.

    The food was delicious and the service was with a smile To bad someone stole my glasses

    1/2 Pollo, arroz Amarillo, beans
    Levi M.

    Best rotisserie chicken in NYC, fight me for it Idc. Lovely people work here, great vibes, great food, no notes.

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    Can I call in an order for takeout.?

    Yes

    Is it hard to get a table here?

    If you go before 5 pm on weekdays. It is wort the wait

    Is there a Breakfast menu?

    Yes they do.

    Does this place sell drinks?(alcoholic)?

    BYOB bodega next door.

    Do they have another phone number? I've been trying to reach this restaurant for weeks for a catering and never pick up. I live in Virginia and we're going to have a get together with family in NY. I am hosting the party, I wanna do it in advance.

    212-473-1882,that's the one on Yelp

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    Disappointed that we made it all the way here to find it closed, no update online, and no vivible…read moresign at the location giving any update. So to make sure it was not just one day that they weren't operating, I came through a second time in the same week. No signs of life. Reporting it closed to Yelp.

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    2.7 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District
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    Vegetarian friendly

    Came back again (on a much busier night w a lot more people) & we all left beyond satisfied! The…read morefood was amazing as always & the service was great too! I just wish they had better restrooms. This time we ordered: Drinks: Piña Colada -- 8/10 Strawberry Basil Lemonade w Tequila -- 10/10 Sorrel Marg-- 7/10 Sweet but good Food: Crispy Cauliflower -- 10/10 Oxtails w rice & peas -- 100000/10 Coconut Salmon -- 10/10 Jerk Chicken Wings -- 7/10

    This review is a little late, but I visited over the July 4th weekend and had a great experience…read more Even with a reservation, we waited briefly while the restaurant seated a party of six. The interior is cozy, with tables fairly close together, but they seemed to turn over quickly, so it was not an issue. The décor gave the restaurant a warm island vibe, and the music fit the atmosphere perfectly. The music was played at a comfortable level, so we did not have to shout across the table to hear one another. Once seated, we were promptly given water and menus. The service was great. Although I no longer remember our waitress's name, she was friendly and very attentive. She checked on us regularly and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed throughout our stay. As someone who grew up eating Jamaican food, I was a little skeptical, but this place far exceeded my expectations. I started with the codfish fritters, which tasted like home, except home does not serve them with such a delicious dipping sauce. I also had the Scandal Rum Punch, which was very good. For my entrée, I ordered the oxtail with rice and peas and vegetables. I was pleased that the oxtail was not overly fatty, and the meat fell right off the bone. I also really enjoyed the rice and peas. My only critique was that the oxtail had a little too much browning, but it did not overpower or negatively affect the flavor. They were also offering happy-hour specials on appetizers and drinks, which was a bonus. My company and I left happy and satisfied with full stomachs. I would definitely return to explore more of the menu.

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