The best mangu I ever had in my life. The stew chicken is also on point as well. The most delicious savory chicken stew I've had in a while. The prices are out of this world and the next one too. If you looking for that good ole fashioned cooking to compensate for the back home cooking you might be missing, then imma advise all of you to head down to Gena's Grill on first ave. You'll be glad you did I guarantee it like that man's warehouse slogan lol
James Fisher-Smith
This place is delicioso. Ox Tail kicks butt. Sweet plantains rocked my world. Staff was so kind, aunty vibes. It's a family affair, locals only but not really. You have to try it for yourself! Affordable, filling, and nutritious:
It's a totally unassuming tiny space..it has one of the best, tasty Spanish foods to be had in the city. It is so fresh each day and served with care and love. The portions are huge. There is no fanfare with the decor, nor is there any pretense..it's a family owned place, and if you want real food, go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rosse Melo
I ordered some Modongs and they literally sent them to me raw. (I did not ask for a refund)I ordered followed by here mangú with the 3 hits and empanadas, the empanadas are always fried in burnt oil and therefore they taste bitter and arrive black. I asked them to pick them up and give me a refund but the owner denied it andHe told me that he is not going to sell me anymore.That lady (if that's what you can call a thief).He doesn't know what it's like to serve his clients. I had been ordering from there for years and I never asked them for a refund for all their mistakes and 0 quality food and when I did the "lady" showed what it is.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ryan G.
I'm a 23 year old man I don't write reviews and i never understood why people do , But after trying the Pastales from this restaurant I realized I just have to tell everyone. THESE PASTAELES ARE AMAZING Amazing 10/10 whoever made them knows exactly what they are doing god bless ur soul
Joanalice Flores
They lie on menu , no good And I’m Dominican my self this place is horrible service
Lucy P
Need better customer service. Not friendly at all.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Rachel Udeh-Jackson
The food is okay. The red beans lacked flavor and spice, and I left them on my plate. The stewed chicken was tender, but the gravy was thin. The rice was standard. It wasn’t a flavorful dish at all compared to other Dominican restaurants I’ve tried. The prices are standard. The restaurant itself is very small, and it felt quite uncomfortable to navigate the floor plan. The customer service was okay, but it was also subtly manipulative.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
L C.
Wanted to like this place but they overcharged me for a small plate saying that tostones were extra when it clearly says on the sign that tostones are part of the small plate deal. The service was not friendly or helpful, considering she was trying to convince me what was on the sign was not what was written on it!? When someone orders a small you give them what is included, you don't assume they want extra and then overcharge them for what is supposed to be included in what they ordered. Service is pretty bad here. Food is just ok.
Janine H.
I ordered from GrubHub and have eaten for years at Gena's Grill and it was superb....However, unfortunately I was so disappointed in my delivery order not because of GrubHub but was so disappointed in the food- I go in person to eat to see if the food has changed that much
Placed a preorder from this place 3 times. All 3 times food was delivered 30-45 minutes late. When I called the restaurant to ask why no one informed me of their delays, the response I was given was "that's not my business". How do you run a business with this kind of attitude? Never again!!
Food: 3
Service: 1
Alan Vargas
the food was really good. i ordered oxtail, rice and beans with a empanada on the side(cus why not). alongside, the morir soñando was BOMB. Small portions for the price you pay but the they still deserve the 5 stars for the flavor. I’ll be back, Gracias Gina!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Norman Gross
We are vegan and therefore have only had a few items, but we take out food from Gena’s once per week. Our usual order is yellow rice, black beans, boiled yuca with pickled onions and a salad. We get the large sizes and we have dinner and lunch for the next day. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.
Food: 5
Service: 5
JUAN CARLOS ROJAS
We really love to eat here feels like eating at home !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Mathison
Delicious tasty food, prepared with love- very reasonably priced! This is a much loved neighbourhood spot for very good reason.
The best mangu I ever had in my life. The stew chicken is also on point as well. The most delicious savory chicken stew I've had in a while. The prices are out of this world and the next one too. If you looking for that good ole fashioned cooking to compensate for the back home cooking you might be missing, then imma advise all of you to head down to Gena's Grill on first ave. You'll be glad you did I guarantee it like that man's warehouse slogan lol
This place is delicioso. Ox Tail kicks butt. Sweet plantains rocked my world. Staff was so kind, aunty vibes. It's a family affair, locals only but not really. You have to try it for yourself! Affordable, filling, and nutritious:
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet Plantains Maduros, Tostones, Stewed Chicken
It's a totally unassuming tiny space..it has one of the best, tasty Spanish foods to be had in the city. It is so fresh each day and served with care and love. The portions are huge. There is no fanfare with the decor, nor is there any pretense..it's a family owned place, and if you want real food, go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered some Modongs and they literally sent them to me raw. (I did not ask for a refund)I ordered followed by here mangú with the 3 hits and empanadas, the empanadas are always fried in burnt oil and therefore they taste bitter and arrive black. I asked them to pick them up and give me a refund but the owner denied it andHe told me that he is not going to sell me anymore.That lady (if that's what you can call a thief).He doesn't know what it's like to serve his clients. I had been ordering from there for years and I never asked them for a refund for all their mistakes and 0 quality food and when I did the "lady" showed what it is.
Food: 1
Service: 1
I'm a 23 year old man I don't write reviews and i never understood why people do , But after trying the Pastales from this restaurant I realized I just have to tell everyone. THESE PASTAELES ARE AMAZING Amazing 10/10 whoever made them knows exactly what they are doing god bless ur soul
They lie on menu , no good And I’m Dominican my self this place is horrible service
Need better customer service. Not friendly at all.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
The food is okay. The red beans lacked flavor and spice, and I left them on my plate. The stewed chicken was tender, but the gravy was thin. The rice was standard. It wasn’t a flavorful dish at all compared to other Dominican restaurants I’ve tried. The prices are standard. The restaurant itself is very small, and it felt quite uncomfortable to navigate the floor plan. The customer service was okay, but it was also subtly manipulative.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Wanted to like this place but they overcharged me for a small plate saying that tostones were extra when it clearly says on the sign that tostones are part of the small plate deal. The service was not friendly or helpful, considering she was trying to convince me what was on the sign was not what was written on it!? When someone orders a small you give them what is included, you don't assume they want extra and then overcharge them for what is supposed to be included in what they ordered. Service is pretty bad here. Food is just ok.
I ordered from GrubHub and have eaten for years at Gena's Grill and it was superb....However, unfortunately I was so disappointed in my delivery order not because of GrubHub but was so disappointed in the food- I go in person to eat to see if the food has changed that much
Restaurantji Recommends
Placed a preorder from this place 3 times. All 3 times food was delivered 30-45 minutes late. When I called the restaurant to ask why no one informed me of their delays, the response I was given was "that's not my business". How do you run a business with this kind of attitude? Never again!!
Food: 3
Service: 1
the food was really good. i ordered oxtail, rice and beans with a empanada on the side(cus why not). alongside, the morir soñando was BOMB. Small portions for the price you pay but the they still deserve the 5 stars for the flavor. I’ll be back, Gracias Gina!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We are vegan and therefore have only had a few items, but we take out food from Gena’s once per week. Our usual order is yellow rice, black beans, boiled yuca with pickled onions and a salad. We get the large sizes and we have dinner and lunch for the next day. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.
Food: 5
Service: 5
We really love to eat here feels like eating at home !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious tasty food, prepared with love- very reasonably priced! This is a much loved neighbourhood spot for very good reason.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5