A cool little joint with excellent Dominican fare. The mofongo was on the money - reminded me of…read moremofongo at Adrian Tropical in Santo Domingo proper. The service was awesome and all the food was great. Check this little joint out - it will not disappoint!!! Some people may review this place negatively because they simply don't know!

Sooooo good! I got the seasoned yellow rice with oxtail, cucumber salad and a side of the seafood…read moresalad. Everything was super yummy! Hefty portions, service was extremely friendly (and patient), I wanted to order everything. Came here with tow colleagues on our way from the airport to St Pete Beach and everything we got was very tasty. Excellent beginning to an amazing week we spent in Florida.

Authentic Dominican Food, Incredible Flavor, and That Family-Owned Hospitality!…read more While visiting Tampa, we were on the hunt for some good food, and as my wife is Dominican, we always make it a point to try a Dominican restaurant whenever we come across one. Let me tell you, this spot did NOT disappoint! If you're looking for authentic Dominican food, generous portions, great customer service, and an atmosphere that takes you straight to the Dominican Republic, put this place on your list! This is a family-owned business currently operating out of a food truck, with plans already in the works to expand into a larger location right there on the property. And honestly, I love seeing businesses like this grow. You can tell they care about what they're putting out and take pride in their food. The customer service was excellent, everything was made fresh to order, and nothing tasted rushed or like they were cutting corners. The atmosphere? ¡Como estar en Quisqueya! The music is playing, people are happy, the food is flowing, and there's an energy that makes you feel right at home. There's shaded picnic-table seating where you can relax, enjoy your food, and soak up the lively vibe. It's not some stuffy restaurant trying to manufacture an experience; it has that genuine, welcoming Dominican feel. And if you want to wash everything down with an ice-cold Presidente, they've got you covered! Now, let's talk about the FOOD, because that's where this place really shines! We ordered several things, and everything was seasoned properly, cooked well, and full of flavor. You can tell they're not taking shortcuts just to push food out the window. The empanadas were a pleasant surprise. They were actually FULL of filling! You know how some places give you an empanada that's 80% air and leave you wondering where the meat went? Not here! These were generously stuffed, and at their current price, I'm not entirely sure how they're making money off them. LOL! For my own selfish reasons, I hope they never change the price or start skimping on the filling! I ordered the Beef Chimi, and it hit the spot! It brought back those flavors you expect when eating a chimi in the Dominican Republic. If you know, you KNOW! We also got the mixed appetizer platter with chicharrón, queso frito, and bistec. Everything was on point, but that bistec deserves its own paragraph. MAN, THAT BISTEC! It was seasoned beautifully, cooked just the way we like it, and packed with flavor. That's the kind of bistec that makes you wanna slap yo mama and apologize afterward! The chicharrón and fried cheese were delicious, too, making the platter a winner all around. Of course, we couldn't leave without getting a Morir Soñando and some natural lemonade. Both were refreshing and rounded out the meal perfectly. We also heard that the expanded location is expected to offer even more Dominican favorites and a full bar, which gives us another reason to come back. And hopefully, by the time we return, they'll have some arroz con habichuelas (rice and beans) on the menu, because you can't talk about Dominican comfort food without those! What impressed us most wasn't just the food. It was the combination of authentic flavors, generous portions, genuine hospitality, and the feeling that this family truly cares about their customers and their business. They're building something special, and I'm rooting for them to succeed. My recommendation? GO SUPPORT THIS FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS! Don't wait until they've expanded and everybody is talking about them. Stop by now, enjoy the food, support their growth, and experience that Dominican flavor for yourself. We will absolutely be making a return trip when we're back in Tampa. ¡Mucho éxito a toda la familia! Keep doing what you're doing, because you're getting it RIGHT!

Food just took me back to DR! Service was great and worked quickly. The ambiance was nice too with…read morethem playing the music outside. When back in Tampa will definitely stop again.

Well, I'm such a lucky lady. I was invited to a really fun birthday party in the private room at…read moreLala Cita tonight. My phone was an amazing waiter who took care of our every knee with the help of other staff. If you wanna have a really fun time and let your kids run around like crazy banshees Come to La Plasita and ask for their back room. These people are fabulous!

Dominican cuisine very well delivered! The most important aspect of a good Dominican meal is a cold…read morepresident and good music. Check, after I would say un Moro de Abichuela and pollo guisado. Of course is not la bandera, pero para los gustos se hicieron los colores. portions and price are also great, you will take leftovers home. El aguacate les faltó pero disque me van a juquear pala próxima. Tienen repollo con la ensalada. All Dominican people know what that means. The place is getting remodeled but they still serve food as of today. La representación de la cultura and the world renown Dominican hospitality is here. In conclusion Dominican food Con to lo power! Oh se me olvido hay mesas de domino. Vengan pa ca TIGRES

Great service, it tastes like the ones at the Dominican Republic, but 1000 times better.read more

If you're looking for an authentic Dominican Chimi, look no further. CHIMI TROPICAL has that…read moreunique, mouthwatering and characteristic taste that you can only find on a true traditional Dominican Chimichurri. At the moment you get to Chimi Tropical you feel like home, from the delicious smell that comes from their kitchen as you're approaching their food truck, the traditional music on the background, to German's excellent attention and welcoming behavior. You won't be dissapointed!!!. In over 13 years in the Tampa Bay Area I've tried many so-called "authentic Dominican Chimi" without any luck. They have by far the most variety of Chimi's in town (chicken, beef or pork). Their fried tostones with carne and empanadas (Cheese, chicken or ham and cheese) are made to perfection, without mentioning their morir soñando "die dreaming", which is truly a masterpiece.

Large serving of rice and sufficient maduros enough for two people per plate. But the protein is…read moreonly sufficient for one person in that same plate. Kind staff. Tostones were made fresh. Clean dining area.

Update ( I guess I forgot we ordered here before and only realized when we left the review but the…read morefood seems to be consistently bad ...dang they got us again for being so close lol) I've tried the chicharrones from this place twice now, (3 if you count 8 months ago when I forgot) and both times were a letdown. The first time, my partner picked up the order in person , we paid for a pound but got maybe 3/4 of a pound, and they were just fat with no crunch at all. They had the audacity to be bad and on top of that SHORT US. I decided to give them another chance and ordered through Uber Eats. They were still warm, so clearly fresh, but they were the chewiest, most unflavored and unappetizing chicharrones I've ever had still just full of fat. From a place called La Lechonera, you'd think they'd have these down. Sadly, I'll probably never order from here again. ( IF I CAN REMEMBER LMAO)

Ordered through DoorDash, food was good!…read more Alcpuurria not pictured - 9/10 Guava & Cheese 7.5/10 B.E.C - 8/10 (more bread than filling) Papa Rellena 9/10

Excellent customer service and fresh food each time I visit. I really don't understand the prices…read morethough. The quantity of the food you receive is not worth the price. Bacon Egg and cheese with barely any bacon, a Cuban toast and an OJ for $17.... I would just stick to the empanadas and juices. Everything else is overpriced.

Had breakfast here and man it was great! Service was excellent quick and the girls were very…read morefriendly.

At El Típico Criollo, the food is great, but my review is not on the food. As a feminine, gay,…read morefemboy customer, the treatment I received is a 1 out of 5. The staff--five or six women--made me feel rejected each time, no matter when I went. After four months, it's not worth it. Listen, the establishment doesn't have to cater to everyone, but there are gay customers. To my LGBTQ+ community: is it worth the rejection? No. Get something else. Don't support places that mistreat you. It's not fair, and you deserve better.

First time trying mofongo, such a delicious combo with the skirt steak. Steak was cooked to…read moreperfections & the drinks were amazing. The staff was so nice explaining the menu & accommodating us with anything we needed

Well, Mofongo Steakhouse decor reminds me of a retro 70s disco theme with its bright flashing…read morelights, music and decor. It has a fun, festive atmosphere! When you enter the restaurant, there's no hostess stand or a sign that says to seat yourself. So it's a little confusing. Finally someone showed up from behind the bar to seat us. We ordered the house sangria and an appetizer. The house sangria was not sweet at all and tasted like a dry red wine. We waited a long time for our entrées to come out and they came out before our appetizer. We had to ask for salads that came with our meals. Our appetizer showed up not long after our main course. Now the food is excellent. My boyfriend had the seafood Camarones with the garlic sauce. I had the salmon with the Cajun sauce. I really preferred the garlic sauce. It was my first time trying mofongo. It had an interesting texture, almost like a stuffing. My boyfriend ordered a coffee at the end and again it took a long time for it to come out. Overall, the food & ambience was excellent, but the service could use improving.

SERENDIPITY…read more Serendipity is defined as good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries. This was certainly the case as a crack caused me toI have the windshield replaced. "There will be a two hour wait." said the technician." A friend who had accompanied me and I set out to find a coffee shop to grab coffee and a snack as it was noon. We spotted what appeared to be a restaurant within walking distance. The sign outside "Tropical Cuisine" did not prepare us for what awaited inside. The restaurant is located at 9005 E Adamo Dr, Tampa, Florida As we entered and the door closed behind us we were amazed at the size of the restaurant and we found ourselves on a food line that stretched the full length of the restaurant. As we sat sipping a coffee and enjoying a doughnut Federal Express, postal workers, police, contractors, business workers and families with children provided a steady flow of customers to the unending line. We both decided to jump on the food line. The trip through the line presented two problems. With so many culinary choices we were selecting more than we could eat. When we got to the table we both realized we had more food than was possible to consume. The quality and taste of the food explained the unending arrival of customers. My friend begins to load his Takeout Box which will provide two additional meals. We will be returning in the near future. What a great find.

We popped in here for a quick lunch and I really enjoyed it. I had chicken soup and my boyfriend…read morehad the roast pork with beans & rice. It's cafeteria style so you get your food right away. It's decorated stylishly and have music, which surprised me since he outside doesn't look like much. Service is quick and friendly. Want to try coffee next time.

I remember I went there when they first opened and they were so nice. The food is so fresh and…read moreamazing.

Amazing breakfast/lunch spot!!…read more Service was amazing and the owner was a very stand up guy!! We got the mango breakfast platter and then the rice/beans/pulled pork/ picadillo. Food was absolutely amazing! Will definitely be back.