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    El Mofongo

    4.3 (184 reviews)
    ModeratePuerto Rican
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    EL MOFONGO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Camarones Al Ajillo
    Phillip D.

    Fun evening with delicious food. Found a Puerto Rican restaurant to try. Most of the terms were difficult for us, the server was gracious to help us through the translation and break down what the items on menu were. We started with a single Alcapurrias De Carne. For entrees we had Camarones A La Ajillo con Arroz Con Grandules and Pechuga De Pollo Al Ajillo Von Bifongo with a side of salsa de queso. If that does not make sense, read the photo of the menu items. The food was very delicious, it was also freshly prepared. We will have this as a place to return.

    Shrimp Mofongo with salad.
    Kelly K.

    Family run restaurant and it looked like three generations were present! Friendly service. Delicious shrimp mofongo. Everything on the plate was perfect.

    Carne frita with yellow rice and pigeon peas
    Kenetha B.

    I'm a fan of Caribbean food but this was my first time trying Puerto Rican food. I was so happy with our decision to try out this place because the food was good. The restaurant is located in a strip mall so it doesn't look like much from the outside. The decor on the inside leaves a little to be desired but who cares if the food is good. We were greeted immediately and allowed to pick our own table. You have to scan the QR code to view the menu. I wish they had pictures or descriptions of their appetizers for newbies. We ordered tostones, carne frita (fried pork), and camarones al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with yellow rice and pigeon peas. The shrimp was cleaned well, fresh, and well seasoned. The garlic flavor came through but was not overpowering. Hubby enjoyed his fried pork and commented that it was similar to Haitian griot. We washed down our meals with kola champagne. The staff was friendly and came by often to check on us. The place was packed and I see why. I'll definitely be back to try other menu items.

    Fritofongo with shrimp & churrasco. Best churrasco I've had in a minute, all of it was very filling, I even have leftovers.
    Wilmarie C.

    As a Puerto Rican myself, this was one of the best mofongos I've had in a long time. Sabroso. 100% recommend, the food was delicious & the service was amazing. Walking in the ambiance,I felt like I was stepping into a chinchorro in PR, salsa blasting from the speakers & being greeted as soon as I came in. Sentí el calorcito de PR, gracias al equipo de El Mofongo.

    Mofongo, white rice, stewed beans,
    Sergio M.

    Food n service? Impeccable!! I love the flavoring n spices. It's not hot spicy food. The seasoning is perfect on the beans, meat, tostonas, mofongo, n shrimp. The cozy feel goes hand n hand with the food. Good sized portions n a large menu of deliciousness!! Enjoy everyone!

    Pechuga relleno mofongo and yellow rice and pigeon peas. Yummy!  Tamarind juice is exceptional!
    Re B.

    The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. It wasn't a busy time of day and we were able to have prompt service because of it. The owner explained all of the meals and homemade drink selections. The food came in large portions and was incredibly good. Chicken was juicy and the cream sauce was excellent. Definitely will return....

    Sorullitos and Alcapurrias
    Madlen H.

    The food was absolutely delicious! The second you walk in you are welcomed like family. Dona Soco was so sweet and personable, she takes pride in her cooking and you can taste the love in every bite! I recommend the alcapurrias and mofongo, it was so good

    Bianca B.

    Delicious! So hard to find Puerto Rican food anywhere and this was delicious. Many of the items were unavailable when we went but what we had was amazing.

    Ever since I went to Puerto Rico I have been searching for authentic Puerta Rican food, especially Mofongo. This place is the real deal. The appetizers cover the basics of Puerta Rican street food and the entrees cover all the different Mofongos you could dream of. The food is superb. The mofongo, pork, steak and sauce are all extremely delicious.

    Rellenos de papa
    Magdalena T.

    Came to Arlington for the weekend. Of course looking for something good to eat. We love Puerto Rican food and this place did not disappoint. We were greeted as soon as we walked in, and given lots of suggestions but we came in for the mofongo. It was nice and hot, and so flavorful. We will definitely visit again when we come back to town. Definitely recommend trying it.

    Mofongo con carne frita. Churrasco y  arroz con gandules

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    I was explained the vegetarian options and everything was delicious! Very friendly staff!

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    Service is good but food is mehhh use to much garlic on the mofongo so u lost the plantain flavor on it

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    Ordered so many things off the menu- the tostones, the sweet plantains (maduros?), another…read moreappetizer thst was DELICIOUS- a stuffed banana, and the shrimp dinner. I love trying different cuisines and local restaurants. It's byob, so if you bring wine, bring a glass or cup if you don't enjoy styrofoam! So many things on the menu I wish I could have tried, but I they are closed m-w and I leave Thursday! Service was wonderful, menu items explained and recommended. Ambiance, just a strip mall place, but does it matter with food that good?

    Finally made it to El Flamboyan. I've had this place bookmarked for so long now. The cabin fever…read morejust made me do the drive this time. Located in unassuming part of Wylie/St.Paul the restaurant is smack down in the middle of the strip along other places I wanted to try. I ordered their Carne Frita con Arroz. Flavorful chunks of pork which came with fried banana, rice, and beans.. Even though I've never had an actual Puerto Rican food, I expected a whole lot of flavor just by reading about cuisine. I really enjoyed the carne frita and thought it is almost similar to lechon kawali (Filipino dish) but this much leaner part of the pig. Service was very friendly, they'll answer any question you might have especially if you are unfamiliar with the names of some of the dishes. This is a family ran business, you'll feel that upon walking in. Very homey and welcoming. You'll be transported to PR while dining here.

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    4.4
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    9.7 mi

    This has been a recent go-to for my husband and I when I'm missing a Puerto Rican style breakfast…read more We order the ham, egg, and cheese sandwich for breakfast. I love that they have two size options for it just depending how hungry you are! The true reason I come here is for the harina de maíz. SO good. I pair this was a malta India that they also sell. I plan to return to try their lunch options but have been putting it off due to a slightly high price point for the plates. The workers there are nice and patient! One of the times I wanted the avena (oatmeal) it was but ready, which was a bummer. But halfway through my meal, it was finally ready and the worker offered me a small sample bowl of it so I could try it!! They also have Spanish music playing in the background which is a nice touch to your morning breakfast setting.

    Wow!! Was craving a Cuban sandwich, and this place popped up a few miles down the road: authentic,…read morefamily-owned Puerto Rican sandwiches, pastries, and juice. Family-owned, very clean, with plenty of colorful decor. I felt right at home sharing this meal and chatting with the staff. We ordered 2 Cubans, the small size, 2 empanadas, beef and chicken, with fried plantains and a Tamarindo and Guava juice, followed by their homemade flan. The Cubans and empanadas were very flavorful. That pork was delicious, and the bread toasted nicely to crunch a tad. You know it's good when you gotta clean the mustard and pork juice out of your beard afterwards. The empanadas were fairly big, with a perfectly seared, crusty masa, so tasty. Plantains were big and crunchy, which we broke into half and savored every bite. We washed it all down with the homemade Tamarindo and Guava. The flan fell flat for us but didn't take away from the experience of the meal and flavors. Very rare to find a Cuban this good so close to home.

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