Everything here is made with love I really felt like I was teleported to the Caribbean. I built my plate with yellow corn rice, shredded beef, sweet plantains, potato salad. I love when food tastes homemade and everything here does just that! Don't forget to try their empanadas too! The chicken empanada is to die for, incredibly juicy. The Dominican fried cheese paired perfectly with the plate as well. It was crispy on the outside but so soft on the inside . The fresh juices are a must! They offer indoor and outdoor seating. The customer service is very friendly and helpful by even offering suggestions. read more

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The food was great but a bit pricey. The service is always top tier and the plane is always clean and tidy inside and out. The staff are friendly and the food is fresh flavorful and always something nice and new to try they even have fresh juice not much if you don't like bones in your food they do have a chicken grilled filleted breast but it's very dry Very flavorful though so that's a plus I really enjoy everything I get here never had a complaint and if I did I feel like they would help me find a solution. read more

BFF is Puerto Rican and every state we travel to he's on a quest to find a PR restaurant to try. I was disappointed that it's an order at the counter type of place and mostly buffet style as I prefer table service (only mofongo is made to order and delivered to your table). As for the food, I ordered one of their plates (buffet style) and gogothe arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas), yuca and queso croquettes, seasoned chicken (bone in) with aribichuelas guisadas (seasoned pinto beans) and salad. Food was ok, but very dry and I prefer chicken breast (too many lil bones). My friend ordered mofongo with chicken and a side of arroz con gandules. He said it was good, but not like home. The total with drinks and 1 flan was 46 bucks, which isn't terrible but not great either, but I understand that the mofongo takes time to prepare and everything is homemade. Dining room was clean and inviting, and the employees were very attentive and friendly. read more

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Absolutely obsessed with this Cuban café! The yucca and cheese croquettes are unreal, perfectly crisp on the outside with that creamy, comforting center that makes you want to order a second round immediately. The goat is so tender and rich I only wish that I could eat more of it. And their beans and rice? Rock solid. You can tell they're thoughtfully made, not just tossed on the plate as an afterthought. Highly recommend! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Plate of goat, croquette, potatoes salad with beans and rice. So good! - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

After seeing an Instagram post, we decided to check out Mofongo Cafe, excited to try a Caribbean spot in Nashville. The restaurant offers a cafeteria-style setup where you can pick your meat and sides, or you can order from the menu. If you choose to order from the menu, expect about a 15-minute wait for your food. We ordered fried sweet plantains, beef and chicken empanadas, two Mofongos--one with fried pork chunks and the other with shrimp in coconut sauce--and a flan. The empanadas were disappointing. The pastry was dry, and the fillings were just ground meat, nothing particularly memorable. The Mofongo with shrimp and coconut sauce was definitely better than the Mofongo without the sauce, which was quite dry and hard to enjoy on its own. The fried pork chunks, however, were tasty and well-prepared. As for the fried sweet plantains and flan, they were okay but nothing spectacular. One thing to note is that you have to bus your own table when you're done, which wasn't a big deal but worth mentioning. The prices were reasonable, but overall, I wasn't impressed enough to return. read more

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We've been coming here since 2018. The food and service have always been amazing. It's been a few months since we were last here and I don't know what the heck happened but something is very wrong!!!! The food wasn't hot, we weren't offered beans, they don't make the macaroni salad and offer a weird wet coleslaw . The portions were much smaller than before. There was no flavor in the pollo or carne. Nothing tastes like it used to. Did it change owners or cooks? We are so sad because it was amazing before. read more

Delicious Caribbean food and a good value for lunch. I was drawn to the Mofongo Cafe because of their bountiful Caribbean menu, and especially because they have Mofongo! I went for lunch, prepared to order the Mofongo con Camarones al Coco (Mofongo with coconut shrimp). I quickly learned they also offered a "Lunch Buffet" for $11.85. While it is called a "Lunch Buffet," it's actually a steam table from which you can select 1 type of rice, 1 type of beans, 1 protein, and 1 salad. The portions are large and this was obviously a good deal, so I pivoted and ordered the "Lunch Buffet." I ordered the yellow rice, the pinto beans, the goat (more on that later), and the avocado coleslaw. The portions were large and delicious. The goat was in a dark, flavorful sauce that worked well with the yellow rice and it was delicious. Before you run to the Mofongo Cafe to order the goat for lunch, please be aware that the Lunch Buffet with goat is an up charge and will cost you $16.50 instead of $11.85. I thought it was worth the price. The goat was that good and the portion was large. My friend had the pork instead of the goat and he loved it. I was also impressed by their large selection of Agua Frescas. For $4.00 you can get a large cup of "Pineapple Pear," Lemonade, Passion Fruit, Blackberry, Pineapple, or Guanabana (sour sop). I tried the Pineapple Pear and it was flavored perfectly without being too sweet. I recommend you try one of the Agua Frescas if you go. The drinks are chilled in a cooler, and there's an ice machine if you like it colder. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the restaurant was nice and clean. I plan to return to the Mofongo Cafe soon to try the Mofongo con Camarones al Coco and maybe the Guanabana Agua Fresca. I don't think I've ever had Guanabana. The food is delicious and well worth the price charged. read more

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Food was ok.. service was ok, prices too high, needs more sazon. Food took too long to come to the table, they brought one plate and 10 mins later the other 3 plates. read more

El mejor sito para poder ir con la fam a mi novio y su hija les encantó mil gracias y gracias por cantar le feliz cumpleaños a mi novio

Mal servicio la verdad, la comida me salió con pelos aparte, atendieron mal. La comida se demoró una hora y no había personas ya que no podría a ver sido un motivo. La bebida estuvo bien La verdad no lo recomiendo Bad service the truth, the food came out with hairs, they served badly. The meal was delayed an hour and there were no people since I couldn't see it was a reason. The drink was good I really don't recommend it restaurant They changed the food plate but used the same food to the next dish. Really badly I know better restaurants simililar in Smyrna them are good! read more

THIS IS THE SPOT I moved here from Jersey and haven't been able to find anything close to good Spanish food in the area. We have this place a shot because someone recommended it to us and we are very glad we came to try their food. It's authentic and they have a ton of options. Place feels like home. read more

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One of my favorite places to eat in Nashville. Such a bright, colorful place with friendly people and hearty comfort food. I truly can't recommend Mofongo Cafe enough. I usually order a tray with rice, black beans, beef tips or pork ribs, croquettes, and yuca with the orange sauce. The tray itself comes with a protein, a bean type, side salad, and rice. The portions are very generous! Often times they'll serve freshly fried croquettes and yuca, and it is truly mind blowing. The croquettes are filled with queso fresco with a crunchy yuca outer layer, and the yuca fries are soft on the inside and go perfectly with any of the sauces. I have tried other items on the menu, too, here and there, and have found everything delicious and savory. Service has been consistently spectacular. I once had a birthday dinner on the patio with over 20 people and the manager came by to say hello us! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Pork ribs, rice, black beans - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Authentic and awesome food. Attentive service and amazing handmade juices. The juices are a Dominican family specialty and a must try all flavors. read more

I stumbled upon this gem in Berry Hill by accident! This is a family owned Caribbean restaurant. It's a casual spot like a meat and three, and they have regular offerings from a set menu as well. From our entry, the employee was so kind! He took his time to explain to me and my mom about each of the offerings. We decided to get one buffet style meal and one plantain mofongo. For the buffet style meal, we got seasoned chicken, brown seasoned rice, salad, and fried plantains. Each dish was impeccable! The chicken was so soft on the side. I'm a sucker for plantains so I loved this part. We also tried the coconut shrimp mofongo. I've never had mofongo so this was an interesting experience. I don't have anything to compare it to, but I'm glad I got to try it. As a cherry on top, their portion sizes are huge and very reasonable for the price point. If you're looking for a home cooked meal but don't feel like cooking, give this place a visit! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Mofongo con Camarones al Coco - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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We make the drive here every once in awhile. I do enjoy the food. We always get their buffet options, but i am still waiting for the day I can get my arroz morro! They give you plenty of food and staff is super friendly. We've gotten the lechon, chicken, and it's always been real good. read more

Friendly service, helpful staff, clean establishment, and really good food. My oxtails fell off the bone and were smothered in this delicious gravy that married beautifully with rice and beans. The portions were huge, and I quenched my thirst with one of their delicious fresh juices. It's definitely a place I suggest trying. read more

EL SERVICIO HORRIBLE! La manager muy muy grosera y las trabajadores también por favor! Hace como 3 años fui y más nunca eh ido , la comida es rica pero el servicio al cliente I read more

Mofongo Cafe is a hidden gem to many, but those who know it love it. The folks who work here are kind and quick with their service, and it's always a pleasure to see them. The food is SO flavorful. The meat falls apart because it's so tender, the sweet plantains are always a must get for me. I like to mix up my meat, rice, beans, plantains, and spicy sauce all up to get the most perfect bite every time. Love love love this place! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Lunch buffet- pork, rice and beans, croquetas, platanos, salad - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Coming from living in NY & Miami I missed my Puerto Rican/Dominican/Cuban mix of food. So glad I found Mofongo Cafe! I love how family friendly the restaurant is & the service is great. It feels like your at a family members house with the music playing & the cute little decorations around. The young man who usually works the register is always friendly & helpful. I've tried a few dishes from the Mofongo, to Mangu, beef stew, etc. and all have been comforting & flavorful. You can either order from the hot station or place an order from the menu which will be made to order. The food can take a little time to come out, but it's worth the wait. I've taken my Puerto Rican family & Dominican friends to Mofongo when visiting Nashville & they all enjoyed their meals. They also offer catering, I ordered a tray of empanadas for an office party & they were a hit! Everyone was asking where I got them from. Definitely check them out if you're in the area! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Mofongo con Bistec Encebollado - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Mofongo Café is always on point. Their food is delicious. They have quick service and the ambience reminds me of being on the islands.

Puertorican restaurant with no Puertorican employees! The food didn't even taste like puertorican food. They don't even have garlic for the tostones. Really disappointed read more

Delicious really was craving some Puerto Rican food. This hit the spot ! Food is already hot and ready to serve. A lot of options! Some dessert which next time I'll try read more

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I love Mofongo Cafe, and it recently turned a terrible day into a terrific one with its consistent, super-speedy lunch offerings. A self-proclaimed Caribbean restaurant serving Dominican, Puerto Rican, and Cuban cuisine, Mofongo does everything right in terms of service, style, and sabor. Further, when the patrons are all mostly ordering in Spanish, you know you've found a genuine gem in Nashville. They have plenty of different plates you can order during lunch or dinner, but I decided to go for the pescado al coco mofongo. The fish for that particular day was shrimp, and the mofongo itself was just the right amount of pork and coconut creaminess paired with hints of garlic. I paired this with a jugo de maracuya (passion fruit juice) which was lovely to cool off in the summer heat. Service was quick, and if you know what you're ordering, even quicker. It's a bit of an assembly line style order followed by a register area for drinks. There is plenty of indoor seating, but there's also a beautiful patio should you prefer to dine outside. The parking is a private lot up a hill with some street parking below. I highly recommend this to anyone in the Berry Hill area for lunch or dinner. read more

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This place was amazing! I don't have the picture of the yucca croquet. They were orgasmic! The other meal I got was the mofongo West shrimp, and that was delicious also. The best part of this place is that the service was amazing and the employees were so nice! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Was my 1st visit to this place. I found them through Yelp application while I was traveling thru Nashville to Dallas. I can tell that this place is magic, great service and food. The empanadas, mofongo, yuca frita, pasteles... everything is amazing. 100% recommended read more

Service was great ... food was awesome and you can take your dog there. We ordered the plate .. your choice of rice .. beans .. salad and meat ... also order a Cuban which was huge and came with delicious pita chips . If you are in the area check this place out . read more

Mofongo Cafe - Cuban - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Seeing this place across the street was the deciding factor in booking a room at the Iris Motel on a recent visit. We were in town visiting family for a few days, the motel looked decent enough for the price but as soon as I saw Puerto Rican/Dominican food nearby I was sold. Seriously, the Iris Motel owes this place a cut. This place is great, so great we ate there twice in our three day stay. We took our whole family, twice. Everyone ordered something different each time and everyone was happy. read more

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It's about time to try something I have never tried before - Mofongos! They are a Puerto Rican dish primarily made of mashed plantains, plus some topping. For this visit, I got the mofongo con camarones al coco (shrimp in coconut sauce) which had a decent number of shrimp on top of a generous serving of mofongo. For $15.99+tax, this is an okay deal for a fast casual type of place, as the portions are more than enough for a hearty meal for one. The dish is served with some salad. It is overall well made - the mofongo can be a little dry but it is very flavorful throughout and there is enough coconut sauce to enjoy it. I like the balance of slight sweetness versus savoriness. read more

Mofongo Cafe - Mofongo con Camarones al Coco - IG @bougiefoodieboi - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

As soon as I walked in and got that nostalgic whiff of Abuela's house, I knew the food and service was going to be amazing! I ordered a simple plate of arroz blanco, con pollo guisado, ensalada de repollo, y un jugo de mango (which was literally to die for). I don't think I took a single breath as I ate. 10/10!!!!! read more

Mofongo Cafe - White Rice Seasoned Chicken Salad - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Came to nashville thinking hot chicken was the only good thing to eat. But I was wrong! Mofongo cafe has a few different options. They have a buffet menu and regular plate options. I got the oxtail along with Fried banana and rice. Amazing!!! Servers were great and restaurant was clean! Follow me on ig and YouTube for more delicious eats! @cerogrubs read more

Mofongo Cafe - Seasoned Chicken - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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Was in the area and looked up what options nearby were good. Stumbled upon this place and overall it was a good experience. I can guarantee that you will not leave hungry when you come to this restaurant! The gentleman who took our order was very nice. The decor transported you to the islands. Enjoyed our visit to Puerto Rico and DR last year and the food was very similar to what traditional food is there. If you are expecting more spicy and food with a zing, that is not the food style. Overall enjoyed our meal here. read more

Absolutely loved my visit to Mofongo Cafe. It's tucked away in a beautiful teal house in Berry Hill. I was greeted warmly by the employees behind the counter. They explained the meal and buffet option. Everything looked so yummy, but I came for the mofongo. I tried the coconut shrimp mofongo, per the positive reviews. And it did not dissapoint, I helped myself to a guanabana juice. So yummy! read more

Mofongo Cafe - Mofongo con Camarones al Coco - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Really Nice people! Food is awesome and been looking for trifongo. It's the first time I have ever liked eating yucca croquette.

Great food and service mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Great food and service mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Great food and service mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm read more

Coconut shrimp mofongo was heavenly! Literally, I'm still dreaming about it. I wish we had a place like this is San Francisco because the mofongo was so moist with well balanced sweet/savory flavors. The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the coconut sauce paired well with the dish - it wasn't too coconutty (you know what I mean). The restaurant was super clean and there were plants of places to sit. The staff was really friendly, and they accommodated the fact that I don't speak Spanish with kindness. I had questions, which they graciously answered. If I lived in Nashville, I would come here all the time. I'm obsessed with plantains, so mofongo is one of my all time favorite meals. They do it so well here, which is rare to find (most places make dry or flavorless mofogo). Definitely come in to enjoy a meal! All the other food looks amazing too! read more

Mofongo Cafe - coconut shrimp mofongo - Dominican Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Place was very nice , plenty of parking , has outdoor seating , not a fancy place but Food was great with flavor , I enjoyed sancocho , good , good , staff was friendly place was packed , good variety , restrooms were clean , the only thing was not to clean were the floors , but overall my rating is for the food that was very good and I got some empanadillas home to share with family and beans we great also ! I try them cause my husband got beans , rice and chicken , delicious ! read more

Was in Nashville for the the evening and suddenly got the need for some Puerto Rican food! Did my research on Yelp and chose Mofongo Cafe. I was the first customer there and was met by a young man and young woman that were very attentive and pleasant. I ordered a shrimp mofongo, rice & beans, and pastelillos de guayaba y de piña. Well, I was disappointed with the lack of "Sabor" in the main entrees and dessert pastelillos. Soy BORICUA and expected more. The ambiance is on point and is probably the cleanest restaurant I've visited in quite awhile. Sierra Linda, Bayamon! read more

WOW! We catered this food to our Airbnb while in town this weekend and not only were they super nice, organized and on time, the food was absolutely incredible we ate on it all weekend and I'm left wanting more. Open a location in Denver PLEASE. read more

We wanted to find a good spot for Dominican/Puerto Rican food, We ordered the mofongo with shrimp and garlic sauce, mofongo with fried chicken, yuca fritas and passion fruit natural juice. The sauce for both mofongos were extremely watery. The shrimp did not taste like garlic sauce, tasted like shrimp water. The mofongos itself was not stuffed with anything and they were very soft on the outside. The sauces were not flavorful and they were watery. I have always had them slightly crispy on the outside and stuffed with whatever protein i ordered, but maybe it was just the cooks preference ? The yuca Fritas were fresh and the juice was delicious. I would definitely go back to try other dishes. The service was excellent and the place was clean and inviting and I felt like I stepped into a family restaurant in el campo in Puerto Rico read more

Amazing and so different from the norm! If you're looking for a unique food experience, this is it!