Chango Kitchen

Best restaurant I've been to in YEARS. And I'm talking pre-covid! I would recommend this restaurant in every lifetime. So authentic, homey environment, this took me back to the islands. I haven't felt passionate enough to write a review like how I felt for this place!!

Had a fantastic experience at this Cuban restaurant! The customer service was warm and attentive from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere was lively, with great music that really added to the vibe. The food was absolutely amazing—flavorful, authentic, and served hot and fresh. I was also pleasantly surprised by how reasonably priced everything was. To top it off, the coffee was fresh and bold, the perfect way to end the meal. Highly recommend if you’re looking for delicious Cuban food and a great overall experience!

Being honest, the food here is about three-star-worthy. But the prices. The prices are from 2010, and as long as Chango keeps its menu at those prices, I'm going to keep loving them. Christ on a chopstick, I haven't seen an $8 sandwich since I was in grad school (back when dinosaurs roamed the earth)! We started with the Tamal Cubano, which was fantastically delicious, though the accompanying sauce wasn't hot at all. A shame, because it was well-flavored--just needed a lot more capsaicin. My Cubano was very well done, but barely had any pickle in it, which made me sad. I opted to add fries and wasn't sad about the small, thin ones I got (very McDonald's-shaped). However, the Pechuga de Pollo Adobada con Escabeche de Calabaza was a disappointment. The grilled chicken was drastically overcooked, probably because they used really lean breast meat. The accompanying Caribbean pumpkin was interesting, but too small. The other side of rice and beans was perfect, though--great bean texture and lots of savory flavor. With tax and tip included, our meal came out to $33. $33! You can't even get lunch for one person for that price at 90% of Manhattan restaurants south of Central Park. I could've cried with wonder at the bill. Time travel is real guys--at least financially. Just hop into El DeLorean and come to Chango.

This was our first time trying Cuban cuisine and we were impressed. All the dishes we tried were well seasoned and had a really good flavor. The staff was quite attentive and answered all the questions we had. We didn’t know what to order first so we decided to get Plato de Chango which was a big plate of assorted Cuban appetizers. Everything was delicious. Their Cilantro sauce with Yucca fries was so good that we ordered extra sauce on the side. We’d never tasted anything like their Pimiento Piquidillo. It’s a must try if you’re vegetarian. The veg quesadilla was good too. In main, we had Mofongos with Roasted Pork. I felt it was a bit dry to my liking but honestly I’m not sure how you’re supposed to eat it. I will be researching more on that. All in all, we loved dining at Chango Kitchen and the fact that they had so many options to choose from. We did have to wait for 20 mins to get seated because we couldn’t find a way to reserve the table but we didn’t mind because the weather was nice. It was worth it because the food was delicious and surprisingly at a decent price. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed this place. The vibe is super laid-back, the staff is friendly, and it’s a perfect alcohol-free hangout. The food is full of flavor and portions are generous. Compared to other spots in Hoboken, the pricing is very fair. Definitely one to return to.

Amazing spot, the people working there are very kind, and the food is incredible. The prices are the best you’ll find anywhere near here, as well.

I have nothing but the very best to say about this place. Foremost, the food is excellent in every way - flavor, authenticity and uniqueness, and copious enough for two meals each. But the service is what struck me as extraordinary. They are super friendly to begin with. But the fact that they'll make whole jugs of delicious cocktails with the booze that you bring, for a small fee, is the cherry on top. All these things make this place completely worthwhile and an enjoyable venue for meals. We've been there so many times that they know our drink preferences by heart. And back to their food - everything is so good that my friends and I have been going through their entire menu with every visit. We recommend this place 100%.

Tried out this cuban cuisine restaurant for lunch. I had the daily oxtail w sauce. The sauce with the oxtail was great, but it would have been perfect if it was heated up more. The caramel cookie I took on way home was actually a hit. I need to go and get this again.

The reviews are legit! Party of 7 and everyone absolutely loved their food! Soup, appetizers, main dishes and dessert were all simply delicious. Service was extraordinary as well. If you're in Hoboken don't skip this quaint little byob joint that will serve you whatever you bring in.

Good solid restaurant. If you are hungry for latino food and not looking for something fancy, this is the place to go. Highly recommend.

Great causal place. It's my go to Latin restaurant to go to when I'm in Hoboken. Everything I've tried has been delicious. The service is good. I wouldn't recommend it for big groups because it's quite small inside. They do have some outdoor seating but I don't think they have heaters.

Under Cooked Fricase de Pollo Chicken Stew with Potatoes Wouldn't Recommend This Place To Anyone

Best restaurant I've been to in YEARS. And I'm talking pre-covid! I would recommend this restaurant in every lifetime. So authentic, homey environment, this took me back to the islands. I haven't felt passionate enough to write a review like how I felt for this place!!

Being honest, the food here is about three-star-worthy. But the prices. The prices are from 2010, and as long as Chango keeps its menu at those prices, I'm going to keep loving them. Christ on a chopstick, I haven't seen an $8 sandwich since I was in grad school (back when dinosaurs roamed the earth)! We started with the Tamal Cubano, which was fantastically delicious, though the accompanying sauce wasn't hot at all. A shame, because it was well-flavored--just needed a lot more capsaicin. My Cubano was very well done, but barely had any pickle in it, which made me sad. I opted to add fries and wasn't sad about the small, thin ones I got (very McDonald's-shaped). However, the Pechuga de Pollo Adobada con Escabeche de Calabaza was a disappointment. The grilled chicken was drastically overcooked, probably because they used really lean breast meat. The accompanying Caribbean pumpkin was interesting, but too small. The other side of rice and beans was perfect, though--great bean texture and lots of savory flavor. With tax and tip included, our meal came out to $33. $33! You can't even get lunch for one person for that price at 90% of Manhattan restaurants south of Central Park. I could've cried with wonder at the bill. Time travel is real guys--at least financially. Just hop into El DeLorean and come to Chango.

Casual spot, good Cuban food. Their chicken soup was perfect for a cold winter evening. Not overly salty. We also tried their chicken empanadas and shredded beef dish. Both were tasty. We got tres leches for dessert and unfortunately it was still frozen and did not taste good. We let the waiter know and he quickly resolved. Recommend if you're looking for a cheap and quick lunch/dinner.

Always a win! Soup is amazing! They have great lunch specials and the service is always pleasant !

Came to this place around 5 p.m. Service was excellent and quick. Place is pretty small. I really enjoyed the monfongo which had plantains two different ways. The Salmon was okay, I liked the flavor but my salmon was questionably undercooked. I wish it had more mango salsa on top!

There is a LOT to love about Chango Kitchen. The food is great, and the price point seems shockingly cheap for the high quality of the food. We stopped in early evening on a Friday and sat on the patio, which was more spacious than the somewhat small indoor dining space. My husband ordered the grilled fish, while I was in the mood for mofongo, which I ordered with pork. The fish filet was huge and perfectly cooked and seasoned. It came with rice and Cuban black beans, both of which were excellent. My mofongo was also enormous, with a generous amount of succulent roasted pork. It was topped with an enormous, ultra-crispy chicharron and had mariquitas on the side, all of which added great crunch to the dish. The only thing that detracted from it was the plantain mash was a bit dry, so I needed quite a bit of lime juice. But it was delicious nonetheless. Chango Kitchen is an excellent value, and I wouldn't hesitate to return!

Sooooo goood! The price for the food is so reasonable, so different than NYC! The service is so warm and friendly, everyone is caring and cool. Keep in mind the restaurant doesn't serve alcohol but allows you to bring your own alcohol and they will make you a cocktail with your own alcohol. Dunno how this is allowed but you should def take advantage of it!!! All the food options are gonna be hits, enjoy it!

Quality Cuban at a shockingly affordable price. Empanadas are fresh, fluffy, beautiful. Cubano is a hit. Cafe con leche wonderful. Great service and good vibes. AND its BYOB! If you provide your own tequila or wine they'll mix you up proper pitchers of margaritas or sangria!

Ordered: Ninos Churrasquito (~$10): junior grilled skirt steak served with rice & beans Platanos Maduros (~$4) Aya's take: I rarely come across a good meal deal that also tastes good but Chango Kitchen proved me wrong! I wasn't super hungry but definitely wanted something satisfying for dinner and came across Chango Kitchen on GrubHub. My order was ready right on time and was still hot upon eating it. The Churrasquito is a small portion packed with flavor! I loved the chimichurri sauce on the side and the rice & beans definitely filled me up. The Maduros were slightly overcooked but still complemented the dish well with the sweetness and starchiness it has. Overall, great choice and I will be coming back to dine here in-person.

A great spot for Cuban cuisine in the Hoboken area, super convenient for the neighborhood. For apps, we tried various empanadillas; the chicken was our favorite and the sauce certainly added a nice kick! For main courses, we ordered the churrasco, definitely the highlight of the meal, it was super juicy. The side of beans went perfectly over the rice. Also got Chuleta de Cerdo. The shrimp was coated in an amazing sauce, we finished every last drop. Overall, a great dining option. Definitely try if you're nearby or order takeouts!

There is a hidden gem in Hoboken and it's called Chango Kitchen. Nowhere else in this city you can eat a hearty meal for $12. This is why it's always packed during lunch time. They also make a frozen cafe con leche that is divine on a hot summer day!

My food didn't taste like fresh and authentic Mediterranean food. It's a pass for me. I won't be back.

We had high hopes for this place based on the reviews here and Google but wow - it did not live up to it. As Hispanics, we've lived our lives eating empanadas, rice, beans, plátanos, etc and this place just didn't give the justice to the Cuban food we know and love.. We both ordered ropa vieja, I had it with the mofongo and it had a very chewy texture, not a fan. Every ropa vieja I've had before was juicy, flavorful and tender. The mofongo itself was soft and lacked flavor, I think it needed to be cooked more as I kept seeing unmelted shredded cheese as I was eating it. I also ordered it with a queso frito which was my favorite part of our whole meal. The yuca fries needed to be boiled or cooked more as well, it was a bit dense. The empanadas also had a strange flavor and consistency to it, nothing we've ever seen or had before-we were not a fan. The smoothies were delicious, though! I had the mamey and my fiancé has passion fruit. Service was ok, the gentleman was attentive but didn't check to see if we needed anything else. Ambience is cute, it's BYOB if you bring your own rum they'll make you a pitcher of mojitos as we witnessed a couple tables do this which is pretty cool and different.

I was actually at Ovale ordering a pizza and ordered some empanadas just to use their bathroom and it was definitely a well invested bathroom break. I purchased chicken empanadas and they were full of meat, juicy and well seasoned. I would of ordered more on the strength of the empanadas but I already had a pizza waiting for me next door. I'll definitely be back to try more menu options real soon particularly with the great reviews that this place gets.

I ordered 2x large chicken soups. The soup broth was good. But it had more potatoes filled in it to boost the volume. Also more chicken wings than the healthier and on nutritious chicken breast meat or thigh meat and fewer vegetables still. I have had better soup from Chango kitchen before. But this experience was not great.

Amazing vegetarian options, the mole was perfectly flavored and super filling. yucca frita with a cilantro sauce was amazing

Great soup and tostones! Their pork panini was great as well. Would definitely come back.

Very very good little casual Cuban restaurant with unbelievably low prices and good value. The place is small but cozy and pretty nice looking. We shared appetizers of $4 ham croquettes (2), $4 beef picadillo empanadas (2), and $6 patatas bravas. The croquettes were lame and nowhere near Spain tier. The empanadas were good. The patatas bravas were fine but they're much better in Spain. I had the medianoche Cuban sandwich ($7). It was on the thinner side but maybe 10 inches long and very filling. Ham, pork, cheese, and pickles in a delicious crisp sweet bread. Came with a few strips of dried plaintain. The sandwich was EXCELLENT and the price and value are unbelievably good. The Pan con Bistec Guaro sandwich was fantastic! The steak was juicy chunks marinated in a creamy garlic sauce.

I came here after reading a review for someplace else, where they compared the 2 spots. I'm glad I came here. I was looking for a cozy spot for dinner after dropping my son off at Newark during rush hour. Ugh if ya know ya know. Found a very convenient parking garage literally around the corner. Cute corner location easy to find, very small but they work it out just fine, as far as I could see. It was a very cold night so everytime the door opened you felt it. Staff was very friendly and polite. I order the chicken soup, which was honestly so goooood damn you can taste the love it was made with. The broth was beyond. Fresh large pieces of chicken, nice veggies portion, I liked the cut up spaghetti noodles, i got it with Cuban bread and avocado l, don't skimp out on it. Yes please!!! I also order the guava and cheese empanadilla, it tasted great the crust light & flaky the guava to cheese ratio was on point. Just wish I had ordered the beef one, that's bc I'm not big on sweet food. I thought that would be all but I was hungry so I ordered the Cubano. It's was so tasty, juicy and the flavors were layered, the cheese cheesy but not over done. The meats though were so moist unlike most places where it becomes super dry. It was plates with some thin sliced fried plantain chips. The price was just right too, I didn't order any drink and my bill was literally $25 and that's with the tip ( I tipped 24%) Honestly what a great find. I'm so looking forward to picking my son up at Newark so I can bring him. He's gonna LOVE it!!

We got (1) Dos Huevos a su Gusto con Chorizo O Jamon, Llapingachos de Papa, Queso y Tostadas (basically two eggs with toast, choice of ham or chorizo and potatoes) and (2) Tostadas con Tonga (open faced tacos with chipotle chicken). The food was pretty good, although the portion size was on the smaller size. The prices are good, each around $14. Service was quick and kind, and it was very clean inside. We went on a Sunday around 3pm and they had plenty of seats. Brunch is served 12-3pm.

Delicious Cuban gem in the heart of Hoboken w/BYOB. Great service right alongside authentic Cuban cuisine. Our order came out fast, fresh and flavorful.

The most delicious Cuban food I've had!! This place has amazing food and a clean, comfortable atmosphere. I got the steak with chimichurri and rice. The rice was very delicious on its own. Cubans always know how to make flavorful rice. I also loved that they have mixers and you can bring you own liquor if you are feeling that. The appetizers and cocktail mixers are extremely affordable compared to other places. Appetizers were about $5 when they are $12-$15 in NYC. Will definitely be back!

Authentic food, generous portions, very kind and polite service. Highly recommend this BYOB for dinner any night!

Order the vaca frica tonight. It was inedible. I usually order the ropa viega (which is delicious) and thought I'd try something different. Lesson learned.

The staff gave way too much attitude to begin with,I had ordered a sandwich, it said food is ready its 1:19 and i asked if they had my order and they say no, i showed them my order and the guy gave so much attitude and told me to wait. Now i waited and i informed him that i placed the order 20 minutes ago so it should've been done ( mind you no one is in the establishment so i was assuming it was ready ) and im going to be late for work, gave more attitude and said wait. Now its 1:45 and im getting my order and im late for work already and my food is completely wrong...so disappointing that places like this exist and have the audacity to be rude to customers.

When we are hungry and want to visit our Son in Hoboken, Chango is our go to. It's small so go early or late. The ropa Vieja is very good!

Good Cuban food, empanada was very good with dipping sauce. Service was great with a personal touch! The only problem is parking which is a common thing here. Just take an uber or lfyt

The service was very nice and the food was good. I got a bunch of stuff for takeout. Everything was pretty tasty. I liked the mole sauce and also got a mofongo with ropa vieja that were all tasty. Sadly one of the chicken dishes I got was as hard as rubber. It's a decent place and cute ambiance. Worth a try but if I'm honest I wasn't blown away.

Food: AHH-MAZING! Love this place. The food feels authentic. Whenever I miss home, I come here! That should say enough. Service: Everyone is so sweet! Love them all. Caring and kind. Ambiance: Cozy and welcoming!

This place is highly underrated. Their food is always excellent and consistent, with great portion size and value (yes, even these days). The waiters are attentive, and the desserts rock. The only con is the location, as it's a small space inside and has loud seating outside because of the hospital next door. However, it's now my go-to for Latin food in Hoboken.

This was a very cute little place I found on my walk around the city. Food came out quick and was delicious!! Staff was attentive and asked if I need any help with the menu which I can imagine would be great for people who dont know the cuisine well. Overall a great experience and would definitely come back again.

We usually love the Cuban sandwiches but we got two last night that were very dry. They needed mustard or some type of condiment to help with the dryness and while adding mustard to one of the sandwiches we noticed aluminum foil stuck to the meat. I tried to contact them directly through their website but it just kept showing the loading sign. We usually love their food so it's just very disappointing

Okay, pretty oily.But service was great! just not wowed by any of the dishes. Probably wouldn't return.

New go to take out restaurant! I can't stop thinking about their Ropa Vieja (which is reasonably priced and comes with rice and beans). The empanadas are also heavenly. Looking forward to coming back for their daily lunch specials

Some of the best Cuban food in town. Flavors really cause your taste buds to reach nirvana. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff only elevate Chango.

We did takeout from here yesterday and needles to say that the food was amazing, and we couldn't believe the pricing! It was so affordable for such generous portions and tasty food. The service was great too, it felt like picking up food from family. Too bad I live far away, or else I would be here all the time!!

My husband and I ended up at Chango Kitchen after wanting to eat next door at Ovale, but their 2 seats were full and it was cold outside. Being vegetarian/vegan I wasn't sure what options there might be for me, but we are SO glad we ate here! My husband ordered the Cuban, and we got the white bean soup to share. It was beans in a broth but good. The star of the show, though, was my vegetarian platter, and specifically the warm kale. All of the components of my platter were great (not specified on the menu, but rice, beans, kalamata salad, a potato pancake kind of thing, pickled onions, and the kale. Oh, the kale! I wish I had asked if they would share the recipe, because I had no idea that kale is something you could still be thinking about days after your NYC trip where you ate a ton of good food! I'm honestly sad I didn't get a pic of the platter, but if you're vegetarian/vegan and in the area, do yourself a favor and order this -- you won't be sorry!

I shouldn't have tried La Casa first... The food here was good, so this is more like a 3.5 star rating. The quesadilla de Hongos was SO GOOD! It reminded me that I should venture into meatless territory more often- the sauce was so light and flavorful with notes of lime! That alone is enough for a meal, but I also got the Cuban Sandwich. It was way too large, so I felt overwhelmed. But it was really good, just too much meat for my taste- also it only had 1 solitary pickle slice. Service was okay- I had a slight feeling of being unwelcome. Definitely not warm. I probably won't return due to the other great food nearby, but it's a solid place to get a decent meal.

After watching some YouTube videos of food in Miami, I was really craving a Cuban Sando. We typically order from a closer spot, but I wanted to try a new place. Uber Eats led me to Chango Kitchen. I had their Cuban Sandwich, which was huge and super filling. It was so delicious. There was so much melted cheese - just perfect for me. X had a pork sandwich, which was also huge and delicious. For sides, we ordered croquetas, which came 2 to an order, and fried plantains. I kind of wished there were more croquetas, but they were still good. Delivery was quick and food came super hot still. I'm definitely ordering again to try out some of their other dishes.

One of my favorite spots for a skirt steak takeout. Their chimichurri sauce is amazing and on the steak truly one of my favorites in town. Must try if you have not yet had.

I was dying to try this restaurant out since it had been in my home neighborhood for so long, and while everything was super good - I was a tad bit underwhelmed. Some things were kind of bland to me, but majority of the other items were very good. Out waiter was very friendly, but took very long to come to our table whenever we needed something (which was odd considering the fact we went at a time when business was slow and the place was borderline empty). However, definitely did enjoy dinner there and will be giving in another shot!

Got lechon asado for lunch and it was delicious. Very generous portion. Warm and friendly staff.

Came here for dinner for the first time this past Friday. I didn't think they took reservations but I called around 5 pm and asked if I could make one for 7 pm for 3 people and they took it down. I'm glad I did since the place isn't very big and all of the tables were taken except ours when we arrived at 7 pm. Chango is BYOB which is a plus. We brought wine but you can also bring liquor and they can make margaritas or mojitos with it. To start, we got two orders of empanadas (chicken and spinach & cheese, 2 per order), yucca fries, and the meatballs. The empanadas were delicious - they gave us beef instead of chicken but we ate it anyways and it was very tasty. The meatballs were good but they had a lot of cilantro in them and the sauce which my boyfriend did not like. I expected the yuca fries to be similar to the yuca fries I've gotten at La Casa and the Cuban but they were much more 'french fry' like than theirs. The cilantro dipping sauce was tasty. For mains, my friend and I each tried the shrimp in red mole sauce. I really enjoyed the dish and it came with a large portion of kale that was pretty tasty. My boyfriend got the Vaca Frita He expected the meal to be different than it was. While it was flavorful, it was very dry - it could've used some type of sauce on it (only came with a couple of limes to squeeze over it). Overall, we had a nice meal and the service was friendly and attentive throughout. I would definitely come back to try other dishes on their menu.

Great tasty food and kind waiters! The mango smoothies is good, the soup hits the spot, I love the rice so much! Very cute place, kindof small inside, has outdoor seating too!

Great quality food for a great price. There lunch specials are unbelievable. You really feel like your eating authentic food here. Great pollo guisado great portions. Win!