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    Mofongo Cafe

    4.6 (343 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Plate of goat, croquette, potatoes salad with beans and rice.  So good!
    John B.

    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!

    Casey P.

    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.

    Soft drinks in the cooler
    Jeff T.

    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.

    Dylan P.

    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.

    Pork ribs, rice, black beans
    Tina C.

    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!

    Mofongo con Camarones al Coco
    Deya M.

    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!

    Lunch buffet- pork, rice and beans, croquetas, platanos, salad
    Christina B.

    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!

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    Alexis R.

    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!

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    Ale C.

    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

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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.

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    Kyle, thank you so much for your great review, visit us soon!!

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

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