I was so excited to try this place after hearing good things but unfortunately it left me very disappointed. The food was pretty plain and felt expensive for what it was. The space is very small and can be hard to find seating. I wouldn’t go back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Caro Geffroy
The dishes here show culinary expertise! Every dish represents their commitment to quality. The workers handle tasks efficiently and politely. The restaurant maintains steady performance. My next meal will feature different selections.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
ID ID
Super cool spot, almpost feels like a secret place. Food is simple but comforting. Ladies are hospitable and overall a unique experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Cj Weber
Great meal
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alfredo Veliz
Awful. My friend and I asked for seco de pollo and were given a piece of chicken with tomato paste brushed on top of it. When I asked if they had run out of seco, the owner told me that it was seco and that in NY seco and chicken stew were basically the same thing (!!). Been in NY for several years and never heard of this, besides what was served wasn't stew either. Seco is seco everywhere and NY has some pretty good seco. Why not be honest and just say you didn't have seco? I'd have ordered something else easily. It's a shame places don't realize that providing good service and food will keep customers coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jaime Pérez
The place has been open for several generations and wow, the steak with onions is delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
the amazing sb
While searching for Aquario, a Dominican restaurant I hadn’t visited in years, I accidentally came across another spot. Curiosity got the better of me, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered the beef stew served with white rice and a chicken stew with the same base.
Unfortunately, the rice was a big disappointment—completely devoid of flavor, lacking any hint of salt, and resembling clumpy, wet Chinese rice rather than the fluffy texture I expected. The beef stew was passable, but the portions were meager; I barely found any beef in it. As for the chicken stew, it was even worse. I was served just two drumsticks, and the chicken itself was bland and unappetizing.
Overall, with the plates costing around $15 to $16 each, I ended up wasting $31 on a meal that fell flat. Regrettably, I don’t see myself returning to this place anytime soon.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Jhon Martinez
Sad tasless food, I'm Latino and definitely this does not represent our delicious food save your time and your money find a different place
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Eric A.
Their prices have doubled in the last few years...has your wages doubled during the same period?!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
matt h.
food was flavorful, but meat portion was sad on my beef stew plate. for that price, i expected more on my plate, especially coming from an authentic latino kitchen and a latino crew. step up man! but best of luck!
They over charge, gave all fat and bone. Too much pork to be sanitary and not good flavor
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Cam B
Don’t believe hype unsatisfied and let down. not worth it. $17 for rice beans plantain and two strips of steak. Workers were nice but buyer beware
Euphemia Stones
Earlier today I had a craving for hispanic food so I wished to try this particular spot, which reminded me of another spot that used to be in the area years ago. What I received was not only disappointing, it made me feel completely disgusted. The gentleman at the counter was very dismissive, given a very street-style demeanor. He did not seem to speak Spanish, and when I ordered in Spanish, he reiterated the dishes in English. Aside from not having half of the menu when I had ordered, the rice was clumpy and the chicken was very undercooked. Avoid this place at all costs! They are not even graded so beware!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nisha Yadav
Absolutely phenomenal! This hidden gem is a shining example of a warm, family-run operation serving up incredibly delicious Latin cuisine. I was lucky enough to snag the very last serving of the goat stew, and wow, it was out of this world. Rich, tender, perfectly seasoned!.
Brian, working the counter, was welcoming, professional, and effortlessly bilingual. But the real heart of the place? His wonderful mother behind the stove, masterfully preparing and plating up soulful, authentic dishes for a diverse crowd of office workers, garment district locals, and curious tourists.
This spot is more than just a great lunch—it’s a love letter to the vibrant, multicultural New York that I cherish. A must-visit!
I was so excited to try this place after hearing good things but unfortunately it left me very disappointed. The food was pretty plain and felt expensive for what it was. The space is very small and can be hard to find seating. I wouldn’t go back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
The dishes here show culinary expertise! Every dish represents their commitment to quality. The workers handle tasks efficiently and politely. The restaurant maintains steady performance. My next meal will feature different selections.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Super cool spot, almpost feels like a secret place. Food is simple but comforting. Ladies are hospitable and overall a unique experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great meal
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awful. My friend and I asked for seco de pollo and were given a piece of chicken with tomato paste brushed on top of it. When I asked if they had run out of seco, the owner told me that it was seco and that in NY seco and chicken stew were basically the same thing (!!). Been in NY for several years and never heard of this, besides what was served wasn't stew either. Seco is seco everywhere and NY has some pretty good seco. Why not be honest and just say you didn't have seco? I'd have ordered something else easily. It's a shame places don't realize that providing good service and food will keep customers coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The place has been open for several generations and wow, the steak with onions is delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
While searching for Aquario, a Dominican restaurant I hadn’t visited in years, I accidentally came across another spot. Curiosity got the better of me, so I decided to give it a try. I ordered the beef stew served with white rice and a chicken stew with the same base.
Unfortunately, the rice was a big disappointment—completely devoid of flavor, lacking any hint of salt, and resembling clumpy, wet Chinese rice rather than the fluffy texture I expected. The beef stew was passable, but the portions were meager; I barely found any beef in it. As for the chicken stew, it was even worse. I was served just two drumsticks, and the chicken itself was bland and unappetizing.
Overall, with the plates costing around $15 to $16 each, I ended up wasting $31 on a meal that fell flat. Regrettably, I don’t see myself returning to this place anytime soon.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Sad tasless food, I'm Latino and definitely this does not represent our delicious food save your time and your money find a different place
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Their prices have doubled in the last few years...has your wages doubled during the same period?!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
food was flavorful, but meat portion was sad on my beef stew plate. for that price, i expected more on my plate, especially coming from an authentic latino kitchen and a latino crew. step up man! but best of luck!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Stew, Baked Chicken, Carne Guisada Beef Stew, Pollo Guisado Chicken Stew
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They over charge, gave all fat and bone. Too much pork to be sanitary and not good flavor
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Don’t believe hype unsatisfied and let down. not worth it. $17 for rice beans plantain and two strips of steak. Workers were nice but buyer beware
Earlier today I had a craving for hispanic food so I wished to try this particular spot, which reminded me of another spot that used to be in the area years ago. What I received was not only disappointing, it made me feel completely disgusted. The gentleman at the counter was very dismissive, given a very street-style demeanor. He did not seem to speak Spanish, and when I ordered in Spanish, he reiterated the dishes in English. Aside from not having half of the menu when I had ordered, the rice was clumpy and the chicken was very undercooked. Avoid this place at all costs! They are not even graded so beware!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Absolutely phenomenal! This hidden gem is a shining example of a warm, family-run operation serving up incredibly delicious Latin cuisine. I was lucky enough to snag the very last serving of the goat stew, and wow, it was out of this world. Rich, tender, perfectly seasoned!.
Brian, working the counter, was welcoming, professional, and effortlessly bilingual. But the real heart of the place? His wonderful mother behind the stove, masterfully preparing and plating up soulful, authentic dishes for a diverse crowd of office workers, garment district locals, and curious tourists.
This spot is more than just a great lunch—it’s a love letter to the vibrant, multicultural New York that I cherish. A must-visit!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly spot for some quality and quick food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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