Very nice tapas. We enjoyed the choices that this casual restaurant offered, even some white…read moresangria. If in the neighborhood, we would definitely return.

As of now 4 stars but I can easily see this going higher the more items I try...some real authentic…read moreCuban dishes here as well as other Spanish food. Small-ish storefront on Main Street with street parking and I'm sure some municipal lot somewhere. ( 2nd locatgion in New Milford) Friendly staff and experienced bartender. Great drinks are made here and I highly recommend the Happy Hour with great prices on food\drink. Bar area ( 9 seats) is clean & impressive, and dining room bright & cheery. Stopped in during HH and had a few drinks waiting for my To Go order. Excellent Mojito cocktail; Red Sangria was very good too A group of us all agreed; One of The Best Cuban sandwiches anywhere. Stuffed with plenty of marinated pork & ham. And served with perfect plantain chips ( freshly made, not like the jawbreakers you get elsewhere.) Best corn tamale ( topped with fried pork (chicharron) and criolla) ever. So fresh, soft and flavorful The steamed yucca bathed in garlicky mojo sauce was cooked perfectly and every bite delectable. Empanadas may be small but very flavorful; I had the oxtail and the spinach with manchego cheese. Sooo good. Can't wait to try the brie with mushroom. The only item that fell flat for me was the chicken wings tossed in Cilantro and lime mojo. Needed more cilantro & lime!!! ( it also comes in a Spicy mango habanero sauce) Dessert menu sounds really good. Looking forward to eating here again. Highly recommended.

When I asked if they had rice and gandules, the lady looked at me like I had asked the dumbest…read morequestion. She replied, "No, yellow rice and vegetables." The pernil was honestly some of the best I've ever had, and I've eaten a lot of pernil because it's one of my favorite foods. It was incredibly tender and seasoned to perfection. Even the skin was delicious and packed with flavor. I'm usually not a fan of vegetables mixed into rice since a lot of restaurants use frozen veggies, and I prefer fresh ones. But the rice was so good that I could have eaten it by itself. It was a thicker long-grain rice, not sticky at all, and it paired perfectly with the pernil. The empanadas were amazing too. Next time I'll have to get there earlier because they sell out pretty fast. I even made sure to save some leftovers for the next day because I was already craving it. Honestly, I'm craving it right now while writing this review. Unfortunately, I forgot to take any photos.

Easy to find. Right on Goffle Road. About 4 or parking spots in front of the restaurant…read more My friend and I arrived at 1pm for lunch. We were greeted by a woman who apparently doesn't know how to smile. She proceeded to tell us this is a take-out restaurant. But we saw plenty of nice tables so we asked if we can buy our food and sit down. She said yes so we ordered. I got the lunch special of oxtail, yellow rice and beans and ordered a side of Tostones. Scooped up my food with an impression like she just dreaded to be at work. It comes with a bottle of water or soda. The food was lukewarm. It was served lunchroom style. Anyway, the food was fine. There's a clean restroom there. However, the feeling you get is one of being UNWELCOMED here. I saw 3 staff. No one seemed happy. I am giving it 3 stars for atmosphere and 3 stars for lukewarm food.

I came here for the first time and loved the food so much I did catering with them a month later to…read morecelebrate my mothers birthday. They were busy but we were able to get a high top table that was available. There is bar seating available as well. The drinks were great and they had a variety to choose from. I had masitas de cerdo and arroz mojo which was amazing! The guac and chips were fresh and tasty. I can't wait to visit again!

The Cubans got smaller and more expensive. Guess things are changing. Been coming here for a…read morewhile. Time to move on. Also the bread is not the same.

Great service always no complaints always take care of me and my family when we go…read more Go for dinner and games

This spot the food was so disappointing , so flavorless that I took no pictures. Drinks are decent…read more. Very loud disorganized atmosphere and slow service. A no for me.

Tried it out for a quick Monday lunch on the recommendation of a friend. Didn't even know this hole…read morein the wall was here! Ambiance: Small very casual quick eats Spanish spot. Known for their empanadas. A few parking spots out front, not really meant for dine in anyway. Wasn't busy at all on the Monday afternoon I went, but I wouldn't be surprised if most of their orders were just Uber eats or catering runs. Price Point: Around $2.50-$3.50/empanada. Overall seemed very reasonable for the quality/quantity of the food. The rest of the items seemed well priced too although I only got empanadas. Pros: Service was quick, food was made fresh, and everything tasted delicious. It was a very simple lunch run for me and it was executed perfectly. Cons: Since they weren't very busy, they weren't sure if they had the gyro meat for my gyro empanada, but were able to find it and whip it up. Could've just been an off day and they were waiting on inventory, which isn't much of a con, but it's the only thing that had potential to ruin my quick lunch. Overall: Highly recommend trying this place out! Never knew it existed and I'm certainly going back for more empanadas and other food. Great local small business that I am happy to support in my hometown.

This is THE spot for empanadas! They have a plethora of flavors and combinations for you to sink…read moreyour teeth into. Let me tell you, these empanadas aren't greasy at all, they're perfect, and they are absolutely stuffed with filling! If that wasn't good enough they have desserts, a hot lunch/dinner station, an abundance of drinks and like 3 different types of fries. And to top it all off the service is wonderful and quite speedy

Good to have Peruvian food in the area. The pollo ha la brass was just OK recently not as good as…read morethe first few times and the arroz chaufa was just OK as well. Still good to have in the area but there are better Peruvian places not too far away.

Finally stopped by to try out this spot. It's on the main thoroughfare and there's no parking so I…read moreusually keep going but today I made sure to park down the block and try it out. I got two dishes, the lomo saltado and the chicken chaufa. Why not try the basics to start. If they know these then happy to come back and try the rest. Portions are average & prices are a bit aggressive, but both dishes were both spot on very good. Super flavorful. Their green sauce is also delicious. I do not think they have a lunch menu. Mi Peru es Su Peru - In!

What a great find! Took a big group there for dinner on a Tuesday night and the place was almost…read moreempty. We shared the jalea, ceviche, lomo saltado, papa a la huacaina, and tallerin verde. Very generous portions for the prices and food was delicious! It's right on Broadway so parking can be difficult. Be prepared to park on a side street and walk to the restaurant. The restaurant is pretty simple aesthetically but the quality and portions more than make up for it. I have been to Llama House in Englewood which has similar prices and quality of food but portions were MUCH smaller. Another item to note is 15% gratuity is added for any party over 1.

Popped in on a Friday evening because our preferred place was packed and we were hungry! This place…read moreis not pretty by any means. Appears more like a cafeteria looking establishment with lots of tables and space. It was surprisingly delicious! The jalea was pretty good-I've had better - but this was filling and tasty. The lomo saltado was one of the best tasting ones I've had ! Would return for the lomo. Could use better decor and ambience because it's large enough to fit large groups but again, not pretty. Definitely good for comfort food. Easy parking in the street.

This review is for takeout only: seems like an OK option but could be better (and more affordable)…read moreespecially with other similar restaurants in the area. We ordered the mini tipica (grilled steak, pork rind, rice, beans, fried egg, sweet plantain and avocado, chorizo) and it was fair; the steak was too chewy but everything else was fine. It didn't feel like an $18 meal though and definitely have had better. Seems like a pretty casual atmosphere inside. There's an additional credit card charge so pay cash to save that 3%.

A Concerned Review of Pollos Mario…read more For years, my spouse and I have been loyal customers of Pollos Mario in Hackensack, NJ. We have enjoyed many meals here, from breakfast to lunch and dinner, supporting this establishment through economic ups and downs, a pandemic, and an influx of competition on Main Street. As one of the original Colombian restaurants in Hackensack, we have always hoped for the best for them, but recent experiences have left us concerned. While the food remains fresh and flavorful, Pollos Mario is no longer the only player in the game. With eight Colombian restaurants now within walking distance, the landscape has changed significantly. Recently, we found ourselves paying $32 for breakfast, which feels exorbitant. Reflecting on our past visits, it's evident that the portion sizes have shrunk considerably since pre-pandemic times. The arepa con queso, which used to cover the plate, now barely touches the edges. Both my spouse and I ordered Huevos Revueltos, priced at $13.90 each, which included scrambled eggs, a homemade potato, and corn cake with cheese. My spouse enjoyed a hot chocolate or coffee with their meal, while I was charged separately for my Aguapanela con Limón, a sugarcane lime drink that, upon receiving the bill, we discovered was not included with the breakfast and added an unexpected $5 charge for a tiny glass. This feels disproportionate for what is essentially a simple beverage. I understand that economic uncertainty is impacting many businesses, and restaurants need to find ways to stay afloat. However, the experience cannot come at the cost of customer satisfaction. It's disheartening that we now visit Pollos Mario only once or twice a month, down from two or three times a week. Price increases, smaller portions, and additional charges are not conducive to fostering loyalty among customers. I hope the owners take this feedback into consideration. We all want to see Pollos Mario thrive, but it's important to create an enjoyable experience without pricing customers out. -------------------- Una Reseña Preocupada sobre Pollos Mario Durante años, mi cónyuge y yo hemos sido clientes leales de Pollos Mario en Hackensack, NJ. Hemos disfrutado muchas comidas aquí, desde el desayuno hasta el almuerzo y la cena, apoyando este establecimiento a través de altibajos económicos, una pandemia y la llegada de competencia en Main Street. Como uno de los restaurantes colombianos originales en Hackensack, siempre hemos tenido la esperanza de lo mejor para ellos, pero las experiencias recientes nos han dejado preocupados. Aunque la comida sigue siendo fresca y sabrosa, Pollos Mario ya no es el único en el juego. Con ocho restaurantes colombianos ahora a poca distancia, el panorama ha cambiado significativamente. Recientemente, nos encontramos pagando $32 por el desayuno, lo cual se siente exorbitante. Al reflexionar sobre nuestras visitas pasadas, es evidente que las porciones han disminuido considerablemente desde los tiempos previos a la pandemia. La arepa con queso, que solía cubrir el plato, ahora apenas toca los bordes. Ambos pedimos Huevos Revueltos, con un precio de $13.90 cada uno, que incluía huevos revueltos, una papa casera y un pastel de maíz con queso. Mi cónyuge disfrutó de un chocolate caliente o café con su comida, mientras que a mí me cobraron por separado mi Aguapanela con Limón, una bebida de caña de azúcar y limón que, al recibir la cuenta, descubrimos que no estaba incluida con el desayuno y añadió un cargo inesperado de $5 por un vaso pequeño. Esto se siente desproporcionado para lo que es esencialmente una bebida simple. Entiendo que la incertidumbre económica está afectando a muchos negocios, y los restaurantes necesitan encontrar formas de mantenerse a flote. Sin embargo, la experiencia no puede venir a expensas de la satisfacción del cliente. Es desalentador que ahora visitemos Pollos Mario solo una o dos veces al mes, en comparación con dos o tres veces a la semana. Los aumentos de precios, las porciones más pequeñas y los cargos adicionales no son propicios para fomentar la lealtad entre los clientes. Espero que los propietarios consideren estos comentarios. Todos queremos ver a Pollos Mario prosperar, pero es importante crear una experiencia agradable sin precios desmedidos. Address/Dirección: Pollos Mario 63 Main St. Hackensack, NJ #PollosMario #Hackensack #ComidaColombiana #ComentariosDeClientes #ApoyaLocal #ReseñaDeRestaurant #Desayuno #ReseñaDeComida #ColombianFood #CustomerFeedback #SupportLocal #RestaurantReview #Breakfast #FoodReview