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    El Jibarito

    4.5 (23 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    3 Steak Tacos
    Lulu K.

    This place is inside the Newport mall; and WOW. For starters, even with the high volume the counter lady is sweet as pie, and quick. The menu is huge, and I'd heard good things from other people about other things (specifically the Pernil). I'd gotten the steak tacos, and they were LOADED. A ton of good quality steak, pico, and even guac Will 100% be going back, I encourage anyone popping into the mall to eat there; they also appear to deliver via UberEats.

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    Eddie R.

    I was in town for business and needed some good Spanish food. This place got high praise from others, so I had to try it. I was staying nearby and decided to walk. I didn't know there was a mall in this area and definitely didn't know there was a good restaurant in the mall. I walked around, looking for this location. I finally found a mall worker and asked where this was. He said, on the 3rd floor, in the food court. What? I was not really in the mood for food court food. The guy took me to the restaurant and introduced me to the owner, Ralph. Ralph took really good care of me. He served up some rice and gandules and pollo quisado. I also got a side of yuca in garlic. The serving was huge. Enough for two people easy. The food was phenomenal. The taste was spot on. Just like momma used to make. Ralph is the cook, and he does a great job. The service was excellent. This is no ordinary food court eatery. They could have a brick and mortar location easily. Good food. Good service. Shopping before or after a meal. Can't ask for much more. I recommend.

    Pernil Combo Plate (with grilled vegetables & arroz con gandules)
    Mariam K.

    So happy with this new addition to Newport! It's not a chain to my knowledge and they have PERNIL. I got the combo plate with the pernil & 2 sides (I picked the arroz con gandules & the grilled vegetables). The portion size is pretty solid & definitely filling. I was absolutely full & almost couldn't finish my meal. Price is pretty standard too honestly, considering the quality. I think it's pretty solid Latin American food & really nice to have amidst the Newport are. Definitely give them a chance if you're at the mall!

    Yuca Fries
    Erlin D.

    Cuban sandwich andYuca fries are delish !!! Cooked fresh and hot !! Not bad for $10.89 sauces are garlicky and fresh !! Workers were nice.

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    Wanted to try something new and really enjoyed the sandwich and yuca fries. Staff was super friendly as well

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    3 years ago

    Ordered combo. The pork was too salty; vegetables were over cooked. Over charged me 50 cents. expensive junk food

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    3 years ago

    I come here all the time, best place in the mall to get something to eat, definitely come by and try the jibarito pork!!

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    4 years ago

    Great fish tacos, on par or maybe even better than the famous tacquerias downtown. Polite and helpful owner at the counter.

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    Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar

    Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar

    4.6
    (493 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$$

    What a delightful evening!!!! We came here by chance, as we checked in to our hotel and were a…read morebit hungry. Everyone agreed with my suggestion to eat Latin American food and we made a reservation at Buena Vista, not far away from our hotel and also not far from the theater. We came over a bit early, around 5:15 and were immediately seated. We were immediately impressed by the business model. It is a melange of Latin American and Iberian faire with exquisite curation. Their cocktails were absolutely delightful, I had a Pantalones en Fuego, others had an exquisite margarita with passion fruit flavor and a Daiquirí de Fresa, just amazing. Then we ordered interminable Hors d'oeuvres. Their ham croquetas and mushroom croquetas were the rage, as well as the tostoncillos ibéricos and ceviche limeño, The main courses followed, a paella valenciana for two, the magret de pato, a delicious duck dish, and a grilled Argentine parrilla. Not bad for four people. Dessert included churros and tres leches. And of course, a bottle of a great Verdejo. Service was just flawless. We had several staff members all contributing to making our Father's Day evening special. All around us it was festive, with plenty of well dressed Spanish speakers in several tables, and the accents of a half a dozen Spanish speaking countries. Plenty of gringoes too. A beautiful collection of diversity. We left happy, ready to see "Oh Mary" and wanting to return

    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.

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    Plantains were delicious!
    Plantains were delicious!
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    Flor De Mayo

    Flor De Mayo

    4.0
    (1.4k reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$

    Food: The food is delicious here! I've tried similar Peruvian-Chinese restaurants in the city which…read moreare very average, but I was pleasantly surprised by Flor de Mayo for its flavors and quality of the food. We tried the mixed ceviche (squid, fish, octopus), 1/2 fried chicken with plantains, and 1/2 rotisserie chicken with fried rice. I would highly recommend all three of these dishes. The ceviche was fresh, simple, and very refreshing; it's a small portion and meant to be shared as an appetizer. Both types of chickens were very flavorful and moist. I don't normally like plantains, but the plantains here were perfectly cooked, lightly fried, and sweet. I have been recommending this place to family and friends and can't wait to go back myself. Service: Service was excellent. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. Our water was filled constantly without having to ask them. Multiple staff members came by throughout the meal to ask us if we needed anything. Ambiance: The restaurant is a good size with tables for both small and large groups. The place does get packed during peak meal times. Seating is spacious and comfortable as well. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant!

    It's so interesting in NYC you can find truly any type of restaurant and Flor De Mayo definitely…read morefalls in this category. I think its so interesting how Chinese immigrants came to Cuba and incorporated their cuisine with local Cuban food. Came during lunch time to Flor De Mayo and was able to get a table for 3 very easily. - Chupe de Camarón - I saw a lot of people rave about this soup on Google Reviews so I decided to give it a try. At first glance, it looked pretty good and I had expected it to almost have a cajun broil like flavor profile but I felt like the soup lacked a bit of flavor and was a bit watered down - 1/2 Chicken, A La Carte - Becuase I wasn't sure if I was going to get my protein fix from the soup itself, I ordered their rotisserie chicken and I thought it was okay. Although the skin of the chicken had a lot of flavor, the chicken itself didn't really retain that flavor and was a bit dry. Overall, I think the food is interesting to try once but I'm not sure I would come back again.

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    House special lo mein
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    Casa Adela

    Casa Adela

    4.2
    (697 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    One of my favorite meals in the city! The quality of the meat is so good and so affordable for…read morelower Manhattan as well. My favorite was the Chuletas Kan Kan special since the pork was crispy without being dry. They definitely make it fresh since I saw them picking out the piece of pork to cook once I had ordered it. Rice and beans are so flavorful. Soup and Cubano tasted great too. It's a small and popular restaurant, so they typically will ask you to wait outside until a table is ready. We came around 2pm on a holiday and had to wait 20-25 minutes in the cold, but it was well worth it. Servers are super nice and accommodating. Cash only!

    My boyfriend picked up dinner for us from this place. I can't deny that the food was good--I've…read moredined here before and have always enjoyed it. However, I was really surprised by the price. We paid about $60 for takeout, which included two servings of rice, two servings of beans, chicken, two bistecs, and tostones. Considering the portions were fairly small, I didn't feel the price matched the amount of food we received. As a Puerto Rican who cooks these dishes regularly, I know I can prepare the same meal at home for a fraction of the cost. The only reason we ordered takeout was because I wasn't feeling well enough to cook that day. While the food tasted good, the value just wasn't there for me. Unfortunately, because of the pricing, I don't see myself going back there again.

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    Fries, Yuca con Cebolla
    Fries, Yuca con Cebolla
    Please believe the hype, this is your abuelas cooking. Arroz con gandules, pernil and sorullo with cheese and gauyaba was fire.

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    Please believe the hype, this is your abuelas cooking. Arroz con gandules, pernil and sorullo with cheese and gauyaba was fire.
    EL Rinconcito Restaurant

    EL Rinconcito Restaurant

    4.1
    (28 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    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.

    My friend and I dined at this homey, casual spot for lunch. There was plenty of seating and the…read moreplace had a welcoming ambiance. I got the Morir Sonando drink, which was wonderfully thick, oh so refreshing and sweet, full of rich orange taste. We shared the Mofongo and Steak dishes. I really enjoyed the Mofongo, which was served with pernil, sausage, and cheese. The Mofongo was cooked perfectly, while the meat was succulent and well seasoned. All the ingredients combined together to make for delicious bites. The Steak was made with onion, and came with a nice, fresh, crunchy salad, along with choice of side. We went for the Maduros. Steak was delightfully juicy, while Maduros were soft and slightly caramelized. Service was solid. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Everything came out in a timely manner. Prices were quite reasonable. If I am in the area, I would return to try the Bacalao Empanada, Fried Pork Chops, Breaded Steak, and Guayaba Dominican Cake.

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    Exterior. Holiday vibes

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    Exterior. Holiday vibes

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