Mambo Latin Kitchen & Empanadas

"I really used to enjoy their food but it's gone downhill. I hope they see these reviews and make some changes. My husband ordered the half chicken rotisserie and the chicken was burned and the rice tasted old. I had the fried rice with chicken and the chicken tasted old. I barely ate any chicken and felt sick after. They are clearly using old food. No one should have to pay for this overpiced inedible food."

"LOVE this place. We came here for my mom’s birthday, the owner was there at the time and put a picture of my mom on the menu given to us. Such a lovely surprise to her! The food was great, they have a mix of Latin dishes. They offer fruits if you bring sangria which is a nice touch. Definitely will be returning to this BYOB."

"Updated Review: 12/2023 "Great Atmosphere with Room for Menu Expansion" After over a year, I recently revisited this gem of a restaurant, and I'm glad to report that the superb atmosphere and service are still a highlight. The aesthetic upgrades add a vibrant touch, and the Cuban Dinner Cuisine music perfectly complements the ambiance. My server, Linda, was wonderfully accommodating and professional. As someone who has become a more conscious eater, I found the menu challenging for vegetarians/vegans but not impossible. I opted for the "El Classico" dish sans salami, and the eggs, tostones, rice, and black beans were satisfying. The chips and guacamole, freshly made with a subtle cilantro flavor, could have used more salt for my liking. While some dishes could benefit from a little more seasoning (a personal preference), the Mambo iced tea was a delightful treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. The coffee was decent, though exploring customer preferences for coffee brands might be beneficial. I'd love to see the addition of a vegetarian-style empanada and a meatless main dish to the menu. This would cater to vegan/vegetarian customers and allow everyone to enjoy the Latin/Cuban dining experience fully. Overall, I give the food three stars – not terrible by any means, but with room for improvement. The exceptional atmosphere and service certainly elevate the whole experience. I can't wait to see how this place continues to evolve! --- I had a wonderful experience here and will definitely return. I visited on a Sunday with my daughter around 3pm. We were immediately greeted and welcomed by the hostess and promptly seated, as we were the only patrons in the establishment at that time. . Though the outside climate read below freezing temperatures, the automatic air curtain and warm temperature inside made for a very comforting entrance. I mention the air curtain because for me it's little things like this that make for a five star experience. There's nothing more annoying than feeling the biting cold air every time the front door is opened. . Upon seating, our waiter Carlos immediately represented himself in a professional, pleasant and courteous fashion. Carlos is also very attentive and this showed when I dropped my knife and before I could even get his attention, he rounded the corner with a fresh knife in hand. . We ordered the chicken empanada which proved to be very delicious. I recently read a review stating they were dry and poorly made; this review couldn't be any further from what I experienced. Fresh, crispy, flavorful, juicy shreds of chicken. This appetizer is more than enough to share between two people. . As my entree I ordered the Pernil with rice and beans, and I decided to order extra sides of fried yucca and sweet plantain. The Pernil entree was very filling as I can eat my fair share and I barely finished the dish. My only suggestion with the Pernil is that they add a little more seasoning. However, I do understand appealing to the mass majority so playing it safe works for business. And the sauces they have available are very delicious, I recommend asking for the jalapeño mint if you enjoy tasty spices. The sides were so hefty I asked to have the boxed to go. . My dining experience was very pleasant and I anticipate my next visit to enjoy another one of the various dishes they have on the menu."

"We came here as a party of 9 and they sat us right away. There was street parking that was free for us when we were there but you did have to pay for other times of days. The food was really good and fresh. We all got different things and everyone loved what they got."