Chaotic and the food was barely edible. I got a chicken sandwich with a side of plantains. The bread on the sandwich was good. The chicken in the sandwich was dry and flavorless. The sandwich itself was also dry lacking sauce or spread. The plantains were sweet but cold. The best thing I had was the Diet Coke. Two other people in our group and not a single one of us even came close to finishing our meal. Awful. read more

Short and sweet, let me just say, still to this day the best Cubano I've ever had! And finally the hubby got to try it after I've been yapping about it for years, and he said it's up there with his top We were lucky to come on a day when their special was oxtail, so of course the hubby did not hesitate to order that as well, cooked perfectly! Love the friendly community feel in here, oh how I've missed Margon! read more

Margon - Oxtail with rice and beans - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Cuban coffee? No. Cuban sandwich? Worse." The day before Good Friday, my fiancé and I walked into Margon expecting the classic Midtown Cuban comfort we'd heard and read reviews about. Instead, we found a nearly bare restaurant--barely any food on display, barely any customers. The female server was polite, almost chatty, but her small talk wasn't hospitality; it was a distraction. My fiancé clearly stated three times that she did not want eggs with her order. The eggs arrived anyway. When my fiancé quietly complained to me, the server acted deaf. But the moment my fiancé asked if they had Cuban coffee? Suddenly, perfect hearing. (Spoiler: the coffee we got wasn't Cuban--we were lied to. Worst coffee ever and we are coffee drinkers). I ordered a Cuban sandwich, mostly to-go because I spent my meal helping my fiancé pick around the eggs she never wanted. At the time, it seemed passable even though the plaintains tased like vinegar. Then we got home. That sandwich was an insult: thick, clumsy pickle slices, stale bread, a sharp vinegar punch, salami standing in for ham, and old, dried-up pork. The worst Cuban we have had in Manhattan and Florida. Again even the coffee disappointed. To add insult to injury, I still left a tip. Margon might have a legacy, but on this visit, the only thing authentic was our regret. Never again!!!! Banned from our list!!! read more

Came in for lunch on a Friday and got seated with 6 of us. Fairly small dining space, more of a carry out place. Food 4/5: got the Cubano. Rice, beans and plantains on the side were amazing. The sandwich itself was ok, a little on the dry side. Chicken soup my friends got was not very popular. Service: 3/5: very friendly and helpful but very slow Ambiance 2/5: more of a carry out place, very casual sit down eatery, somewhat grimy Value 4/5: 15$ for the meal is a pretty good deal in nyc Overall 3.4: good value for ok food. Not a bad place if ur just picking up some lunch to go. read more

Margon - Cubano - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

One of the best Cuban sandwiches I've had! Everything in the sandwich was so flavorful on its own. Esp the pork. I ordered a side of the oxtail gravy for dipping and it amplified the flavor even more. I've never had a Cuban sandwich with salami on it but it works! Delicious! Better than the ones I've had in Miami! read more

Margon - Cuban Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Cubano size was good so top tier food. Service was friendly and quick and the ambiance is simple, just pull up a chair and find your spot. Great to have a place that's not a tourist trap read more

Margon - Cuban Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

I grabbed takeout from Margon for lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the value for the price--especially for a Cuban restaurant in the heart of Manhattan. The entrees come with two sides, and I went with the roast chicken, yellow rice, and black beans. The portion size was generous, featuring a large chicken leg with crispy skin. However, the chicken was a bit too oily for my taste. The rice was slightly bland and beans were solid and satisfying. Overall, I'd recommend this spot for its affordability option. They also have daily specials, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try the oxtail and empanadas. A solid 3.5/5. read more

Went for their Thursday special and got oxtail with rice and beans and a side salad. Also added a side of fried chicken chunk. You might as well get the fried chicken chunk plate since it was the same price ($15 or so). The food came with a couple of green sauces (which really wasn't a green sauce, it was more like a garlic vinaigrette). The oxtail was delicious and loved the fried chicken chunk (so crispy and not as dried as I expected it to be). The sides, however, weren't impressive at all. The rice and beans were mushy and the side salad was iceberg lettuce with canned veggies (no dressing). Wouldn't be a bad place to get the oxtail from time to time. read more

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Okay- so far THE BEST Cubano sandwich I have had in NY. It was delicious! Medium hot perfection. I got it to go but decided to eat it right there- DELLLLICious!! You can tell some has been there for a long time and they treat customers very well. Not the classiest place, very old school. But man that food looks yummy. This place has obviously been there for decades , and they earn it! They are open during the day and close early. Parking is non extistant unless someone waits in a car and goes around the block a few times. 8 minute walk from Grand Central and perfect if youre going to a matinee on Broadway. This is my go to Cubano place for NYC . My Westchester place is the Cube Inn in Tarrytown- Will go back...Im out read more

I had a taste for some authentic Cuban food, so I decided to hop on the B Train from Central Park heading downtown. If you have never heard of this hidden gem, let me put you up on game. @margonrestaurantnyc is a small restaurant packing big flavors. It gives diner vibes, the severs are super friendly and makes every customer feel like s/he is right at home. The food is served hot in seconds, and the prices are reasonable. I ordered several items that included the following: fried king fish with savory onions. Dominican fried chicken chunks, home style chicken soup made with fresh ingredients which includes sautéed chicken with potatoes, dirty rice and plantains, and the most famous item on the menu-the Cuban sandwich. (All of the main entrees are served with two (2) sides). The food was delicious. The Cuban sandwich is made with sliced ham, slow-roasted pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on pressed panini-style Cuban bread. You MUST ask for the gravy/ juice of the meat to dip your sandwich. 10/10 on all items, and I highly recommend that you try this place. You won't be disappointed. I promise. Til we eat again... read more

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I love this place. My order is the yellow rice, black beans, tostones, and chicken. I put some mojo on it and the garlic adds a nice bite to the richness. Service is amazing, the people at the counter are wonderful. Easy to have conversations and genuinely warm interactions. The ambiance is great, loud conversations, great music, lots of life in the restaurant. I definitely felt at home here. read more

I ended up ordering a Cuban sandwhich. Cost currently $11.00 I love to try new things so a cuban sandwhich was on my list to try. the flavor was great i just wanted more flavor, I do have to say it was grilled to perfection. Will I go all the way to Manhattan again to get one probably not but it is worth a try. The owners are what did it for me, me and my group were greated as we walked in this place was crowded and small but friendly and welcoming. Not good for partys bigger then 4 unless you are willing to split in tables which we did. They have a variety of diffrent options for food which all looked great. I wish this mom and pop spot the best. read more

Margon - Cuban sandwhich - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

This place has great reviews so we decided to try it during the week. They offer a variety of dishes and weekly specials that are tasty, filling and affordable. Great for takeout or a quick bite indoors. The food was good but my friend and I both found hair in our dishes unfortunately. We told the owner and she seemed to be unbothered by it. (We didn't complain we told her in a joking manner). I will not be returning s read more

Margon - Ribs - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

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I came here a bunch of times but never reviewed it. This is definitely a hole in the wall place right in midtown. You can eat inside, but during the summertime I don't suggest it as there's no air conditioning. They have the menus posted up behind the counter, which I suggest you look at prior to getting on the line. I decided to get the peppersteak as the protein that comes with the two sides that you don't choose from as they just give it to you. It would be great if they had more options for sides. All in all, if you're looking for a quick lunch order, this is the place to check out. read more

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During lunch hour this place is madness so I would definitely recommend going right before the rush or towards the end which is around 1pm or order in advance. I only ordered a Cuban sandwich this time which was delicious. So simple but done very well. There's tables along the side for you to sit if you can get a seat. I would definitely come back to try other things like the oxtail platter. read more

Margon - Cubano - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Food was so tasty, freshly made, & plentiful! We all loved our dishes. & the atmosphere and staff were so friendly, welcoming & generous. We're definitely going to try to return soon. Omelette with plantains, cubano sandwich combo, steak sandwich, & roast pork sandwich. It's like a Cuban restaurant version of that show Cheers! The staff seemed to know most of the patrons. Very neighborhood vibe. Lots of hugs and warmth read more

Margon - Generous Cubano sandwich combo - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

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Let's be honest: DOH grade B on the door, which upon entering you can clearly see is well deserved. The people are friendly and the line moves. The sandwich is good, but people are getting carried away here. This is nothing to specifically seek out as must try in this place. It's a good sandwich in a busy restaurant that could be cleaner. read more

I decided to venture out and try a new lunch spot for work with a few colleagues, and this place definitely did not disappoint! They had specials based off each day of the week, and I ended up getting the Cod Fish Platter Special, which was around ~$15. I ordered rice and beans on the side with the Fish, and it was delicious! The Fish was flavorful, and the rice and beans mixed well together. It was filling, but thankfully not filling to the point where I was going to have a food coma at my desk. The inside was slightly chaotic; there was a lot going on so you kind of had to be ready when you ordered, but other than that no complaints. Service was quick and the servers were all really friendly. I'll definitely come here for a quick lunch bite in the future! read more

Margon - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

I'd be lying to you if I didn't say that this is probably the best Cuban restaurant out there. Its a small hole in the wall type of situation but it seems like it is always packed in there. Get the oxtail.. and the maduros. You can thank me later. Everything is nice and saucy and the oxtail is super tender. The maduros are greasy but in the best way possible. If you come here hungry, your stomach will leave incredibly happy. I would make excuses to go to Times Sq just to eat here. read more

Margon - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

That was an experience I won't forget. The restaurant has appealing decor. Restaurant workers were efficient at maintaining our table's cleanliness. The kitchen doesn't use frozen products. I'm absolutely making this a regular spot. read more

I been craving Cuban cuisine so I pulled up to Margon in the heart of Times Square. Be mindful it can get packed in here fast. I seen rush hour happen in here. They serve both Cuban and Dominican cuisine. I got a Pastelito, Cuban sandwich, rice & beans, chicken, and mango smoothie. The Pastelito was not bad I just wish it had more filling. I love how you get a plate full of rice & beans with maduros. The beans were packed with flavor and you can't go wrong with maduros. The mango smoothie was thick and blended well. The chicken was amazing from how juicy and tender it was. Plus that gravy was fire. It's between the Cuban sandwich and Chicken. The bread was buttery and toasty. You get a good mix of pernil and salami in the center. With hits of mustard and pickles. This was a solid Cuban sandwich. Service is fast and on point in here. You can deff grab a bite inside here. It has that Spanish restaurant vibe to it if you ever been to spots in uptown or the Bronx. read more

Best Cubano ever and the people are fantastic , polite, funny and sweet . The atmosphere is NYC cozy

Truly a hole-in-the-wall! Food was simply exceptional and flavorful. The chicken was to die far - extremely well cooked and juicy. Service felt were homey and warm. We were served by this lovely woman who tried to recommend us the best dishes. I cannot recommend this place enough! read more

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Was only in NY for the day. Stop going to the big expensive spots and start looking at the spots that have been around for a while and that have history in the city. Margon was on the top of my food list. I highly recommend this place. The flavors are amazing. I got the Cuban sandwich with rice and beans. Omg! Everything was top notch. The cuban coffee was also amazing! I would move to NY just for Margon. The vibes were also really nice. It's a small spot with lots of history. The staff were also really nice. Definitely making my way back soon. read more

Margon - Cuban Sandwich with rice and beans. Cuban coffee. - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

The whole package demonstrates expertise. Their menu emphasizes seasonal freshness. The staff showed remarkable friendliness, maintaining our drinks and ensuring our continued satisfaction. The interior avoids looking like every other place. This restaurant stands out in its category. read more

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE TASTE! FOOD IS MADE WITH LOVE! There is so much flavor in every bite, especially the meats, from the beef to the chicken & everything in between. Cuban sandwich is very tasty. Overall incredible. Very sweet servers. Nice vibe. read more

Margon - Carne guisada, moro, arroz amarillo, tostones. Stewed meat, rice with gandules, fried plantains. - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

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Love hole in the wall places like these. They have daily specials too aside from their regular ones. We had the Cubano, Oxtail and the Octopus Salad. We also got to try some others like fried chicken and salcocho ? Unsure about spelling. Affordable, clean and friendly service. read more

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5 stars for the cubano alone. Came in the morning (they're open early) and got a cubano, which I've decided is a perfect breakfast sandwich. The one here is done perfectly, and I hope to get another one soon! read more

Margon - Cubano Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Margon is a hole in the wall in the heart of midtown. The moment you step into this narrow space, you'll enter a down to earth food business with down to earth people making your food. The ambience and vibes are iconic of a fast and delicious lunch spot. Cuban sandwich was decent. I don't think I've had many but overall not my favorite sandwich. I thought the pickle and mustard set up was interesting but the cheese just wasn't melty enough for me, the bread not as soft as I would like for the textures (pork was also a little dry). What took my interest though was the more traditional Cuban food they had going on display - their authentic food actually seemed way more appealing so I'll definitely be revisiting this place. Giving this around an 8 because the rice side that came with the sandwich - includes rice, beans, a chicken drumstick, and a plantain - was genuinely tasty! This place probably has better authentic Cuban food than they do sandwiches. Also, the owner is a sweet lady who gave us free pineapple slushees while waiting in line just for striking conversation and interest! Great service overall and promising Cuban food. read more

Margon - Cuban Sandwich Combo - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Hole in the wall with yummy food and friendly service. Note the Cuban sandwich is Miami style with salami instead of jamón.

The second I stepped into this Cuban restaurant I felt like I was in the heart of Havana. 90 degree temps, employees aggressively speaking Spanish, and a sweet odor only found in Cuba (and this restaurant). I got the chicken sandwich (which was red for some reason) and it was absolutely fire! And it smelled so good I wanted to cry. All the employees were super nice and they also clean up for you once you finish your meal. Great restaurant but the real reason I gave it 5 stars is cuz one of the workers was wearing bright pink crocs. Legendary. read more

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I left feeling that my money was well spent. This place serves flawless food regularly. The restaurant staff treats you with personal care. I schedule around eating at this place. I plan another visit. read more

Service was great. Your order from the steam tables and everything looks delicious. I got the special with was chicken fricasse with rice and beans. Just like mom used to make. A lot of food for $15. Had a Cuban coffee for the road, which was delicious as well I'll be back when I'm in NYC and in Midtown. read more

Margon - Chicken Fricassee - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

This unassuming little eatery in Times Square offers big eats @affordable prices. It's raucous w/a truck driver stop vibewise mixed in w/local prepping from nearby offices. Upon entering u see a long line of proteins, starches, veggies. Went 12:30ish Sept 5 for lunch before matinee show. Selected baked chicken, rice & red beans w/avocado that came with yummy pickled onions. First off a shoutout to stand-out server David. He suggested I get the chicken. And as a nyc born-and-bred Latina I know authentic savor. That chicken was amazing! Tender moist savory. Rice&beans delish. Sweet plantains were the best I ever had. Avocado perfectly ripe (though u get only one slice:(. Total was $16ish w/o tip. Totally worth it. Carmen & other servers were equally helpful. read more

Margon - Baked chicken/rice&beans/avocado - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped in during my lunch break on a busy Thursday afternoon and got my food super quickly! Everyone working was so friendly and were engaging in conversations with the customers. I ordered the Cuban Sandwich (8/10) and it was super yummy :)) Not overly bread-y which I enjoyed ! read more

Margon - Cuban Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Their food is incredible. I used to visit my former company's office in the area and always stopped here for the food. Certainly not the ambiance, as the first time, not know what to order, I felt like I was in a famous Seinfeld restaurant episode that served soup. They rush you on your decision! So know what you want in advance. The Cuban is great but there are so many other options that are better. read more

An A-OK place. I've had better. Money not well-spent here. Service is great and love the ambiance. Food was good but not great. $46 for ceviche and beef stew plus coffee, could've gotten something more worth it with that money spent. Expensive for a small portion. I recommend the place for newcomers to Cuban cuisine. The price is not worth the portion you get. Beef stew's suppose to come in a bowl, not plate. That was such a small serving for $16.50, but I'm guess throwing the rice on the side makes up for the price, I guess. Pictures attach to prove how small the portion is, definitely not worth the price. I have it 4stars because the compliments I got from the female staffs read more

Margon - Beef Stew and Shrimp Ceviche Salad - Cuban Near Me - New York, New York

Incredible. Great people serving up great food. It's packed for dine in but it's worth making it work if you can't take out.

I randomly found El Margon when I worked on 6th Avenue in the early 1990s. It was as delicious then as it is today. People used to stare at me because I was not only the sole Gringo in the place, but I wore a suit every day too. It was a pretty funny sight. I've been going regularly for about 30 years now, and the only thing that's changed are the prices, but it's still quite reasonable for all the food you get. Pernil, chicharron de pollo, and the famous roast chicken are my go to's, with rice, beans, plantains and pickled onions. Always delicious. The lines during the lunch rush (12-1) can be long and seats (which are few) can be hard to come by. I never go before 1:15pm, and usually wait until 1:30. Be warned: after a Margon lunch, the threat of food coma is very, very real, but totally worth it! read more

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Great Cuban spot. Get there early if you wanna dine in, its tight! The menu rotates daily, but I believe the sandwiches are available daily. Got there with a buddy right as they were putting out the daily specials at 11. Ended up getting the pork with orange rice and beans. All for about $15 or so. They do take card. Pork was really good. They give you a piece of fried pork chicharron as well. It was perfectly crispy on the outside and smooth buttery fatty on the inside. The rice and beans were good too. They have some house hot sauce that had a nice tangy and slightly sweet flavor at the table as well for those who need a little kick. Highly recommend this spot that's been around a long time. Surprised it took me this long to get here. read more

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