Kathy X.
Yelp
I dined here with a bunch of Yelp Elite friends and we sat by the bar. The interior was lovely and colorful with a chic, classy ambiance.
We shared some appetizers, including Tostones Rellenos, Yuca Croquettes, Shrimp Ceviche, and Wings. The Tostones Rellenos were stuffed with ropa vieja, along with a tasty savory sauce. I loved how crispy the Tostones were, while the pork was nice and juicy. The Yuca Croquettes had angus sirloin inside, which was succulent and full of bold flavor. I also enjoyed the Shrimp Ceviche, which was served with light, airy, wonderfully crunchy plantains. The shrimp was fresh, tender, and had just the right amount of seasoning and citrus. The wings were decent, and had a bit of a kick to them.
I ordered the Mofongo Bowl with Shrimp, but I think it would have been better with Ropa Vieja. The Mofongo was chewy, and tasted yummy with the accompanying sauce. However, it was a bit dry and bland. The Shrimp was just okay.
Service was not the best. While I did enjoy some of the appetizers, I am used to much more authentic Dominican cuisine. This seemed to be just a trendy place, serving very Americanized Dominican fare. I wouldn't return.