Come for lunch with my teen as she wants to practice her Spanish to order food…read more Waiter impatiently take order and not willing to help her. The food is fair but lack of flavor.

This place is always a solid 5 stars for me! First, they have a parking lot in the back so don't…read morestress about street parking. You probably never need a ressie because it's a huge space - but can easily make a ressie on open table. Their juices are all fresh! Don't sleep on getting something other than water. They are excellent with frying things - the empanadas and fried pork apps are delicious. I love their fried fish filet and their skirt steak and chicken are all juicy and flavorful. They have an assortment of sides to add - the arroz is perfection with beans of course. The food comes out very fast and the portions are generous.

I can't believe I'm just visiting this place!! LOVE good Colombian food and this one hits it right…read moreon the nail (is that even a phrase)? Anyway, came here on a weekday afternoon and wasn't busy at all- that's not to say that the food/bakery wasn't good. It was AMAZING. I got the lunch special which was chicken soup with breaded filet, salad and rice for $12.99. WHAT! And that portion was BIG as you can see from the pictures. Our server was attentive and got us whatever we needed almost right away! My breaded filet came out delicious. Perfect amount of crispy where it's not overdone and it wasn't drenched in any sauce that made the filet soggy. The house salad was simple yet flavorful and that chicken noodle soup was SO hearty that I wanted to go in the kitchen and scoop myself more. The place is big and bright and clean. Bakery on one side of the restaurant for quick take out and restaurant to the right. There's street parking but there's also parking in the back where the giant farmer market is, but it can be a busy lot. I came back here again with my husband another day and had another lunch special which was grilled chicken with mushroom sauce and my husband had a 16oz churrasco, all cooked to perfection. We got some bakery goods to go and we can't wait to have them later. Highly recommend this place!!

Honestly the food is pretty mid and the servers LOL their tip is already included in your bill so…read morethey can care less about what you need. Be prepared to wait 30 minutes at least before they bring out your food it doesn't matter how empty or how packed the place is. It's gonna take them at least 30 to 45 minutes just to get your food out and then when you do get your food and you had a bite of it, the waiter will come yell at u in Spanish and ask u what you're eating mind you they brought the food out if I could give it zero stars honestly I would. Oh they also count the pink sauce The lady said it's one sauce per empanada pink sauce is literally just ketchup and mayo the only reason why this place is still running is probably because of the school that's around the corner everybody seems to go for just empanadas since everything else takes them forever to bring out

Me and my coworkers ordered food today. I ordered a order of maduros (yellow plantain) the price…read morewas$6.50 I was fine with the price because I thought it was an order of maduros but when I received the order I was disappointed,shocked and upset because the price I paid was too much for the amount of maduros I received. I only received 6 pieces of maduros. Basically I just paid $1 for each piece of maduros. Never ordering from them ever again.

The salmon salad with mango and apple was amazing good , the service by Danni and Cristian are…read moregreat ! The ambiance was so good , nice atmosphere, great music ! And the three leche cake delicious! Can't wait to come back ! Great place to have a good dinner , or course BYOB

Had our wedding Brunch celebration party of 25 with the fam here .they were so accommodating food…read moreportions were large food was good and everyone loved it thank you Noches for taking care of us !

My family and I came for dinner at 7pm on a Friday night- they were easily accommodating to our big…read moreparty size. Easy to make reservations online even with our large party size. Friendly service - asked us multiple times throughout the night if we needed anything. Food & drinks came in great time. Food is always good & consistent quality. Parking was a bit rough but happy they have a parking lot and a decent amount of street parking in front of the restaurant.

Great bar to watch the World Cup. The place is packed with soccer fans on a Saturday afternoon. The…read morecalamari was lightly breaded and served with a marinara sauce. The chicaron was perfectly cooked and flavorful. My partner and I shared the appetizers and had leftovers. The cocktails were strong; the fruity sangria was strong. One cocktail gets you buzzed! The menu is a large, and pictures and descriptions are provided. We will definitely be back!

This spot delivered a solid Colombian food experience with a great atmosphere to match…read more We started with the empanadas, which were crispy, golden, and packed with flavorful filling. They definitely shine even more with a little hot sauce on the side. Easy 8/10. The highlight of the meal was the steak tostones. The steak was juicy and tender, the guacamole added a fresh touch, and the tostones were perfectly crispy. My only complaint is that I wish there had been more on the plate because they disappeared fast. 8.5/10. For my entrée, I had the grilled chicken topped with mushroom sauce. It was good and cooked well, but I felt it could have used a little more seasoning and heat to really make it pop. 7.5/10. Beyond the food, the ambiance was fantastic. The restaurant is beautiful, comfortable, and has a welcoming vibe that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your meal. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

SO GOOD! Best arroz con pollo I've ever had!! Portion was HUGE, can definitely feed 3-4 people. Get…read morethe beans on the side they're so flavorful. The plantains were also delicious. I cannot recommend this place enough!

My chicken was kinda dry and wish my plate came with veggies. But all around, you can't beat a…read morelunch special deal at $12. That's damn near unheard of in 2026!! I had the pollo horno, sopa mondongo, beans and rice. I love my man more than anything but Colombian food comes pretty close. I'd leave him if it meant I can have Colombian food for the rest of my life. Lol, jk!! Guess we'll never know. But yeah, come check it out on a weekday for the lunch special. Their arepas are pretty legit, too. I haven't had an arepa so crispy and puffy in a long time. Fonda Paisa, you're good in my book.

This review is for takeout only: seems like an OK option but could be better (and more affordable)…read moreespecially with other similar restaurants in the area. We ordered the mini tipica (grilled steak, pork rind, rice, beans, fried egg, sweet plantain and avocado, chorizo) and it was fair; the steak was too chewy but everything else was fine. It didn't feel like an $18 meal though and definitely have had better. Seems like a pretty casual atmosphere inside. There's an additional credit card charge so pay cash to save that 3%.

A Concerned Review of Pollos Mario…read more For years, my spouse and I have been loyal customers of Pollos Mario in Hackensack, NJ. We have enjoyed many meals here, from breakfast to lunch and dinner, supporting this establishment through economic ups and downs, a pandemic, and an influx of competition on Main Street. As one of the original Colombian restaurants in Hackensack, we have always hoped for the best for them, but recent experiences have left us concerned. While the food remains fresh and flavorful, Pollos Mario is no longer the only player in the game. With eight Colombian restaurants now within walking distance, the landscape has changed significantly. Recently, we found ourselves paying $32 for breakfast, which feels exorbitant. Reflecting on our past visits, it's evident that the portion sizes have shrunk considerably since pre-pandemic times. The arepa con queso, which used to cover the plate, now barely touches the edges. Both my spouse and I ordered Huevos Revueltos, priced at $13.90 each, which included scrambled eggs, a homemade potato, and corn cake with cheese. My spouse enjoyed a hot chocolate or coffee with their meal, while I was charged separately for my Aguapanela con Limón, a sugarcane lime drink that, upon receiving the bill, we discovered was not included with the breakfast and added an unexpected $5 charge for a tiny glass. This feels disproportionate for what is essentially a simple beverage. I understand that economic uncertainty is impacting many businesses, and restaurants need to find ways to stay afloat. However, the experience cannot come at the cost of customer satisfaction. It's disheartening that we now visit Pollos Mario only once or twice a month, down from two or three times a week. Price increases, smaller portions, and additional charges are not conducive to fostering loyalty among customers. I hope the owners take this feedback into consideration. We all want to see Pollos Mario thrive, but it's important to create an enjoyable experience without pricing customers out. -------------------- Una Reseña Preocupada sobre Pollos Mario Durante años, mi cónyuge y yo hemos sido clientes leales de Pollos Mario en Hackensack, NJ. Hemos disfrutado muchas comidas aquí, desde el desayuno hasta el almuerzo y la cena, apoyando este establecimiento a través de altibajos económicos, una pandemia y la llegada de competencia en Main Street. Como uno de los restaurantes colombianos originales en Hackensack, siempre hemos tenido la esperanza de lo mejor para ellos, pero las experiencias recientes nos han dejado preocupados. Aunque la comida sigue siendo fresca y sabrosa, Pollos Mario ya no es el único en el juego. Con ocho restaurantes colombianos ahora a poca distancia, el panorama ha cambiado significativamente. Recientemente, nos encontramos pagando $32 por el desayuno, lo cual se siente exorbitante. Al reflexionar sobre nuestras visitas pasadas, es evidente que las porciones han disminuido considerablemente desde los tiempos previos a la pandemia. La arepa con queso, que solía cubrir el plato, ahora apenas toca los bordes. Ambos pedimos Huevos Revueltos, con un precio de $13.90 cada uno, que incluía huevos revueltos, una papa casera y un pastel de maíz con queso. Mi cónyuge disfrutó de un chocolate caliente o café con su comida, mientras que a mí me cobraron por separado mi Aguapanela con Limón, una bebida de caña de azúcar y limón que, al recibir la cuenta, descubrimos que no estaba incluida con el desayuno y añadió un cargo inesperado de $5 por un vaso pequeño. Esto se siente desproporcionado para lo que es esencialmente una bebida simple. Entiendo que la incertidumbre económica está afectando a muchos negocios, y los restaurantes necesitan encontrar formas de mantenerse a flote. Sin embargo, la experiencia no puede venir a expensas de la satisfacción del cliente. Es desalentador que ahora visitemos Pollos Mario solo una o dos veces al mes, en comparación con dos o tres veces a la semana. Los aumentos de precios, las porciones más pequeñas y los cargos adicionales no son propicios para fomentar la lealtad entre los clientes. Espero que los propietarios consideren estos comentarios. Todos queremos ver a Pollos Mario prosperar, pero es importante crear una experiencia agradable sin precios desmedidos. Address/Dirección: Pollos Mario 63 Main St. Hackensack, NJ #PollosMario #Hackensack #ComidaColombiana #ComentariosDeClientes #ApoyaLocal #ReseñaDeRestaurant #Desayuno #ReseñaDeComida #ColombianFood #CustomerFeedback #SupportLocal #RestaurantReview #Breakfast #FoodReview

This place in Palisades Avenue, never disappoints as a lover of authentic Colombian food…read more I am always impressed by their consistent quality and fresh ingredients. The hospitality is top-notch... a huge-shout out to my server Melanie for being so attentive and kind!!! the Restaurant is consistently spotless and comfortable; perfect for any occasion. The "Paisa bowl" must-try a hearty delicious mix of beans, sweet plantains, crispy Chicharron, grilled steak, pico de gallo, sautéed corn and fresh guacamole. Pair it with their incredible house-made Sangria . Don't live without grabbing their amazing Flan or a Guava & cream cheese empanada to go Congratulations to the entire team on such a wonderful experience that highly recommended!!!

Stopped in for some coffee and pan de bono, this spot makes a great coffee, but the service isn't…read moreso friendly. They have a very nice setting and the ambiance is relaxing. However, it is overshadowed by the not so friendly people who work there.