went to the bar for my 21, Samuel was very accommodating! great service! passionfruit mojito was…read morereally really good!

great bartender. thank you samuel! we will be back again for sure! muchos gracias…read more woooooo

We went to Chica and the Don to celebrate a friend's 25th birthday, and they truly went above and…read morebeyond to make the night special. They were so accommodating with our large group, and the service was incredible. I unfortunately cannot remember our server's name, but she was wonderful, and the working manager, Ibrahim, made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish. The food, drinks, and service were just as exceptional as the entertainment. Our appetizers came out shortly after the group settled in, which was impressive given the size of our party. The elite ribs, tuna tacos, and wings were all delicious, and no one in our group had a single complaint about the food. I ordered the elevated birria empanada and had a passionfruit cocktail, and both were so good. The energy was amazing with sparklers, a DJ, and even a Carnaval-style dancer in a big feathered, sparkly costume performing around the restaurant. It was festive, memorable, and over-the-top in the best way. Easily above a 10/10 experience.

We came in for an early reservation and everything was AMAZING! Full of flavor, amazing…read morepresentation, and fantastic staff!! Do come & show them some LOVE!!!!!!!

For the second year in a row, Havana Central provided a beautifully catered lunch for our school…read morestaff for Teacher Appreciation Week. The food is always excellent (their empanadas are the best!) and the service and quality of delivery is top notch. Everything arrived warm, well packaged, and they provided us with plenty of utensils, plates, napkins, even a tablecloth! Highly recommend them for a catered event!

Came to Havana Central for dinner and had an enjoyable meal…read more This restaurant is ALWAYS packed, as soon as you enter, you're hit with sounds of happy customers, and the decor is elegantly tropical. Our Server, Ramon, did an exceptional job. The staff did a great job at clearing finished items and everyone's timing was spot on. We started with the Tostones Rellenos con picadillo (Green plantains stuffed with ground beef). This was a great starter. Large enough to share and I enjoyed the drizzled sweet sauce and whole olives. Our entrees were: Palomilla Steak Platter (thin cut sirloin steak) and the Ropa Vieja (shredded flank steak). Both dishes were accompanied by white rice and we chose black beans and a side salad. This was the first time that I've seen Palomilla Steak presented totally cut into strips and it was a welcomed sight. The Ropa Vieja was perfectly seasoned and the amount of meat was thoroughly enjoyed. I capped off the meal with a Cortadito (A cortado is a Spanish coffee beverage consisting of equal parts espresso and warm, lightly steamed milk. The name comes from the Spanish verb cortar (to cut), meaning the milk "cuts" the acidity and intensity of the espresso. I appreciated the cookie on the side and each sip was amazing. Havana Central has various choices, to accommodate your time of day: lunch specials, a pre-theater menu, and a Happy Hour.

Loved it food was amazing !!! Had to wait a bit . But the…read morewait was worth it . I would recommend it to anyone want homemade PR food .

A must go. I've been wanting to check it out since I saw a YouTube video on it, and in my first NYC…read moretrip I decided to trek all the way to it to try it myself. First time having Puerto Rican food. Would go again. Food was amazing. The mofongo con pernil was perfect. The service was great. I had a small conversation with the waiter and I felt right at home talking to a family member. The restaurant is small and well kept and it felt like I was at grandma's house eating something personally made by her. Go check it out.

This restaurant is hidden in the middle of the block on 9th Ave. The staff is always friendly and…read moreservice is always stellar. Today we had the pleasure of having Wagner waiting on us. Wagner was great a wonderful personality and he made sure everything was to our liking checking on us periodically. I have been here before (the first time we did assorted appetizers) so but this time I dove into the dinner menu. The oxtail pasta was absolutely lovely, the meat was tender and delicately seasoned. I had the steak (I prefer my steak more on the well side) and the chef managed to keep it positively tender and juicy. Perched on top of a few slices of fried casava slices and a small side salad. You can never leave without trying the flan it's one of the best I have ever had. Service was quick and food was bought to us piping hot. The only down side is they oddly don't make pina coladas (it's the only thing I drink) and the restaurant was a bit too cold but other than that it was a lovely birthday dinner for my friend. Buena Vista is small and popular so I strongly suggest you make reservations if you plan on eating here.

Outstanding all around. Excited to see Proof on its second night on Broadway, my theater-buddy…read moredaughter and I wanted to preface the experience with good food. Short on time, with just 40 minutes to dine, we thought we'd be wise to limit ourselves to starters and drinks. Greedily, though, we asked our server Carlos if he thought we had enough time for entrees. He said let's try! Trusting his wisdom and his consultation with the kitchen, we ordered the beet salad plus the langostino ravioli and the Chilean sea bass. To drink we had a strawberry martini and the guava and basil margarita. Every morsel was delectable. All of the dishes were colorful and interesting and robust with complex flavors and textures. The fish was cooked perfectly, light on the tongue. My daughter did ask for an adjustment to her drink upon first sip, and they accommodated graciously. We enjoyed our meals at an easy pace, got the check while finishing our drinks, paid via QR code, and made it to the show with 15 minutes to spare, satiated and satisfied. Regrettably, we didnt have time for dessert. So, good reason to go back SOON.

El Rinconcito is a popular, family-owned Spanish-American restaurant in NYC's Lower East Side known…read morefor authentic, affordable Latin comfort food like roasted chicken, pernil, and mofongo, with a cozy, lively atmosphere and large portions. It offers a mix of Spanish, Dominican, and Puerto Rican dishes, including empanadas, sandwiches, and seafood, and is praised for its friendly service and value, though some find the drinks mediocre. The restaurant recently moved to a new location on Avenue C. Karrie didn't just serve us food--she showed real character. We came up a couple of dollars short, and without hesitation or obligation, she stepped in and helped us out. That kind of compassion is rare and unforgettable. Her service was warm, professional, and sincere from start to finish. The entire staff was welcoming, and the food is Absolutely unreal with an amazing Authentic Caribbean dishes bursting with flavor--hands down some of the best you'll find in New York City. El Rinconcito isn't just a restaurant; it's a place with heart. If you want incredible food and people who genuinely care, this is it. Highly recommended. And for this mi familia at El rinconcito this is hands down the number one best Latin cuisine spots to try out ..

My job ordered food from here once and it was great, so I was excited to finally try it in person…read more Service was good; friendly, attentive, and everything came out at a reasonable pace. The seating was comfortable, making it an easy place to sit and enjoy the meal. I ordered the pernil, and the skin was, dare I say, perfect... crispy, flavorful, exactly what you want. Unfortunately, the meat itself was pretty lean and ended up a bit dry. The maduros were a bigger letdown; when I had them before, they were ripe and sweet, but this time they came out dry as hell. I sent them back, and to their credit, they took them off the bill without any issue. My friend enjoyed his Cuban panini, and while the pork chicharrón had a few off pieces, it was decent overall. So overall, I'd say this place can be really good, but there's definitely a consistency issue. When they get it right, it's excellent; it just doesn't seem to be that way every time.

The chicken and ground beef empanadas are both good but the ground beef is better. The ground beef…read moreis a tiny bit sweet in a good way. They are very full which I like. The crust is perfect! The verde is really good! Really fresh and refreshing! The churrasco was amazing! The steak was perfectly seasoned and the salad/dressing was fresh and good :) the steak was a little chewy but the taste made it worth The el sabror is also really good! The rosemary is a perfect touch. The server was very nice and answered all our questions well

The empanadas were delicious. I sat at the cute small bar. The bartender was great. The ambience…read morewas nice and dim during dinner time. It's a great place to be on a date or just eat by yourself at the bar.

I've seen this place on my IG and TikTok feed a few times and wanted to come for a while. I finally…read moremade a reservation on OpenTable and came with my bestie. First i was to say the staff here is so nice and friendly! Very attentive too. The restaurant is decorated beautifully and modern. Bathroom was super clean and decorated nice and culturally. I enjoyed my pina colada, my appetizers and meal. I loved the mojito they offered! It was sooo good!! Even the flan was good, although the caramel was a bit sweeter than I'm use to. I still enjoyed it. Great experience and i will definitely come back

I made a reservation here for my birthday and it was confirmed, but when I arrived the restaurant…read morewas closed. There was a sign on the door saying the gas had been turned off, and I received no notice or cancellation ahead of time which was incredibly frustrating after going out of my way to get there in the cold. Afterward, I looked into their recent health inspection reports and found MULTIPLE VIOLATIONS, which raises additional concerns about the situation and closure reasons. Between the confirmed reservation, no communication, and what I found afterward, I personally wouldn't feel comfortable ever returning. I'd recommend others look into this as well before making plans.

There's been some discernible improvement in their service. Everyone's meal has been labeled. As…read morefar as I know, all the extras ordered have been delivered. Their food is "OK". A solid 3 star for their food.

My partner and I ordered delivery from here. We tried 3 of the items and decided or experience was…read more3.5/5 stars! (Rounding up) He really enjoyed the queso arepas and sweet plantains! The arepas arrived still hot with melty cheese. While I thought they were a little oily for me, I have yet to meet an arepa that isn't so I can agree these were good. The sweet plantains were a little small portion wise but had good flavor. We also tried the grilled corn and queso. This was reminiscent of esquites but missed the mark for us. The cheese was layered on top, almost difficult to mix in as the steam from the cup sort of started to melt the cheese. It also was missing mayo/crema, any seasoning like Tajín/chili powder and it came with a lemon slice instead of a lime :( I'd be open to trying them again, but really to try their juice. Ideally the blackberry, mango or passion fruit juice.

So I go in and order 2 pcs chicken and side. Very reasonable…read moreat 6.75 I request a chicken thighs & a wing. The counter person replies..."so you want chicken tenders ?" No I asked for a chicken thigh & wing. Food comes out and I am presented with a drum stick & what i think is a thigh I tell the server...she offers me a free wing....nice I start eating and realize I've been given a breast instead of thigh. When she returns with the wing I tell her about the thigh being a breast. She doesn't understand...you want another side? No I wanted a chicken thigh not breast. Oh she says...I didn't know that's what you wanted. The server spoke English. This was not a language issue. This was a listening issue issue Food wasnt bad, and a very generous order of yuka fries, but too many other places to eat to go thru that again.

Amazing food and service! Nicest people ever! They are the BEST here. Carne asada quesadilla is my…read morego to! Give insane hot sauce on side. Will be trying bowl next.