I usually visit Las Marias to have the "Nica" Breakfast. The Gallo pinto has that nice crispy…read moretexture the rice needs for ultimate flavor. The cheese, and "mantequilla" aka sour cream taste fresh, and the maduros are always on point. They also provide the Cafe con Leche with milk on one side and Colada (expresso) on a little steel cup, so you can add coffee based on preference. They usually play Reggaeton on the TV next to the expresso machine, but its volume is gentle enough to get work done. The place is facing Calle 8, you will see a lot of movement around when facing outside, the noise seats outside though. The service is great. They have one server and food is often ready within 10 minutes. I will keep visiting this place, as it provides the consistency I expect on food.

Just wow!!! The latin food tastes just like home! Amazing food & service in this small location in…read morecalle 8! My friends and I had mojarra frita, bandeja paisa carne asada. Just sooooo delicious come and eat here!!

This is some of the best Colombian food South Florida has to offer at a price that absolutely…read morepositively can't be beat. Some Colombian restaurants rent in places where the lease is absorbed by the paying customer in the charge of food- this is simply not the case here This restaurant is a staple of the area and don't be surprised to walk in and hear patrons greet the staff as if they were regulars because they most certainly are familiar faces I ordered a bone broth to start with grilled steak and rice entrée and finished with a cup of coffee that was brewed to perfection This is the kind of place you go for quality food in a cozy environment Parking is somewhat limited out front, which adds to the exclusivity of it unless you're in a walking distance While I was there, I also noticed a multitude of Mobile dining orders, which lets you know plenty of people want with this place has to offer and after having eaten here today, I can completely see why: great food great staff amazing price points

I called in an order for 40 empanadas Colombianas from this location on 6.27 for a family…read moregathering. The girl that answered was super friendly and told me they could have them ready for the time I ordered, which was great!! I got to the location for my pick up and the whole parking situation was a mess. I had to park a bit far, which was more of an inconvenience than an actual problem. Once in there, I went to the counter where there were 3 ladies working. I'm literally in front of them and about 4 minutes went by before any of them even acknowledged my presence. I'm the one that finally spoke up and said "buenas tardes" and they acted as if I had just miraculously appeared in front of them. I find this absolutely shocking, as most Colombian restaurants are so welcoming and polite. I ask for my order and they tell me to wait a moment. About another 5 minutes go by and they bring out my order horribly covered with some aluminum foil. In the car I grabbed an empanada to have a taste and it is all burned inside and out. When I got to my gathering I removed the aluminum foil and about 10 empanadas were in the same badly burned condition. These empanadas cost a little over $2 a piece! I paid $90+!! I understand Saturday was the Colombia game and they must have been swamped, but if you can't provide quality product, don't overwhelm yourself by taking on more than your kitchen can handle. The oil must not have been the right temperature cause the empanadas were extremely greasy. Luckily we were able to place them on some paper towels to soak up the grease and most of them were consumed. Everyone said that the taste was decent, but they were definitely over fried. I have no idea what their food and service is if you dine in, however I highly recommend not ordering out. There's much better Colombian places.

I would like to formally express my disappointment regarding my recent experience at Mondongo's…read more I have been a loyal customer for over 10 years and have supported this restaurant consistently. Today, I arrived with my service dog, who has the appropriate documentation and has accompanied me many times before without issue. I was informed that dogs were not allowed and was denied entry with my dog. Out of respect, I took my dog back home and returned to dine at the restaurant. However, while inside, I observed other customers with dogs who appeared to be allowed to remain in the restaurant. This inconsistency in treatment was confusing and upsetting. Beyond being disappointed as a long-time customer, I felt personally disrespected. My dog is part of my family and, more importantly, a service animal. The situation left me feeling unfairly treated compared to other guests. I would appreciate clarification regarding your policy on service animals and pets, as well as an explanation as to why I was denied while other dogs appeared to be permitted. I hope management takes this concern seriously because experiences like this affect customer trust and loyalty. I have always enjoyed supporting your restaurant and hope this matter can be addressed professionally. Thank you, Guillermo Teran

Absolutely beautiful and elegant venue decorated with plants, wood furniture in a very cozy qnd…read morewelcoming space. This Colombian restaurant serves authentic Colombian dishes and their best one is the "mondongo soup", a South American soup made from slow-cooked bife tripe (beef stomach) with vegetables like carrots, onions and potatoes with a very rich flavor. As for my dish "Punta de Anca", top sirloin steak served with rice, tomatoes, avocado, plantain and arepa. Both dishes were delicious and the service was friendly and hospitable.

Amazing food! Fast and friendly service! Great atmosphere! Everything we ordered tasty but the…read moreempanaditas with ahi were hands down my favorite!

This was my first time at Mondongo's and I will definitely be back. From the moment we walked in,…read morethe vibe was family friendly and relaxed. We were greeted by a very nice hostess and once our party arrives we were sat quickly. Our waiter recommended a wonderful drink, which was Prosecco with lychee and strawberries, very delicious! Then we ordered empanadas for the table. They were very tasty. I had the pollo a la plancha with plátano, arroz and arepa. It was very tasty. A good size portion. I could have eaten the whole plate but I controlled myself and took half home, and now I have a delicious lunch for tomorrow! For dessert we had breva con arequipe. This was not my favorite, while I do like figs, queso fresco, and arequipe; I did not like it all together. The others in my party felt the same way. However , I don't think this is the restaurants fault, I think I just don't like this dish. All in all, it was a great time with great foods and great friends. If you are looking for a homey place to relax with family or friends and enjoy a good meal, this is the place for you!

The amount of food you get is unbelievable for the price you are paying. The smell filled my…read moreapartment in the best way possible. The quality is top tier. Definitely one of the best eats in Miami

Absolutely love getting carne asada with gallo pinto, queso frito, tortilla, and maduros here. You…read moreneed to try that with some chile and get either a soda, Milca, or cacao. You can never go wrong with that. It can get packed around lunchtime, but it's worth the wait. I love how it reminds me of my grandmas house and feels like Nicaragua too!

I wish I could give yambo 10 stars. It was a 24-hour staple while I lived in Miami during college,…read moreand a frequent first date spot for my roommate when he wanted to impress a gringo girl with an authentic experience. This particular trip was special because I took my hubby with my group of college friends and we sat in the restaurant. I had no clue the inside decor was western themed, and it was equal parts random and perfect for the chaos outside in the take out area. Most people seem to go the take out option from the cafeteria window, surrounded by coin operated games and gumball machines. They have a huge menu but the carne asada is the best thing on the menu hands down. Service is quick, but like most dive places in Miami, you're not in it for the chatty waitresses, just the sitting and taking up space over beers for 3 hours with your buds.

We got to our Airbnb very late and this place was still open and serving food at midnight. The…read moreinside is very cool like a museum/collection of Nicaragua culture. I ordered the carne asada as that's what they suggested and it was delicious. I got the fried cheese, plantains and gallo pinto (rice with beans) with it as the server suggested and everything was great. My husband got chicken tacos they were yummy but more like what I know as taquitos, rolled up like an egg roll. They had a cute patio area too, and the staff were friendly.

5 star food, 4 star ambience, 33 star service. Terrific Colombian food right in the heart of…read moreCalle Ocho. 5 star food: just about every Colombian food staple is on the menu. Calentado, even though usually for breakfast ( rice & beans, chorizo plus fried egg) is unbelievably good here. 4 star ambience: inside it's slightly tattered but authentic. Outside it's the vibrant main stretch of Calle Ocho. 3 star service: service here was ok but slightly strange. At first I thought it was my John Wayne accented Spanish that was the problem, but even when my Miami Cuban dude partner took over, service was still hard to come by here, almost needing to tackle someone as they wandered about the main room

Estuve el martes 16 de diciembre, para almorzar.Em pese con 3 empanadas muy ricas, Y un jugo de…read moreguanábana, y des pues pasé al plato fuerte que ordené una pechuga de pollo empanizado, que eso estaba todo seco sin sabor el arroz está horrible y los maduros iguales, dejé el platillo completo muy malo, y el mesero nunca se acercó para preguntarme cómo estaba todo, muy mal servicio. Estaba más preocupado en estar con la barra platicando con sus compañeros, muy mala experiencia necesitan trabajar más en su servicio y en la comida..

Highly recommend this place. Service was very helpful and welcoming, the food is very authentic…read moreNicaraguan food. Definitely try the ice creams!

Love this place. The best asado I've eaten. The service is fantastic and the owners are warm and…read moreinviting. The place is cute and clean and always playing music