El Mofongo Restaurant

Overview

Welcome to El Mofongo Restaurant, a hidden gem located at 684 Fulton Ave in Hempstead, NY. This Dominican restaurant offers a wide range of delicious dishes, including garlic shrimp, yellow rice, red beans, chicken, ribs, and much more. The owners, Martha and Hector, put their hearts and souls into each dish, providing a true taste of home-cooked Dominican cuisine.

Customers rave about the friendly service and hospitality at El Mofongo. The owner, Martha, goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome and even offers samples of various dishes to ensure a phenomenal dining experience. The menu boasts options for vegans, vegetarians, and meat-lovers alike, making it a perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or dessert.

One of the highlights of El Mofongo Restaurant is the mouthwatering tres leches cake, available in flavors like pistachio and mango. Customers cannot stop raving about the rich flavors and moist textures of these delectable desserts. In addition to the amazing food, the restaurant offers catering services and a cozy, laid-back ambiance that will make you feel right at home.

If you're in the Hempstead area or just passing through, be sure to stop by El Mofongo Restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience. From the flavorful mofongo dishes to the warm hospitality of the owners, this restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Dominican flavors.

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FAQ's

  • What type of cuisine does El Mofongo Restaurant serve?

    El Mofongo Restaurant serves Dominican cuisine.

  • Does El Mofongo Restaurant offer delivery or takeout?

    Yes, El Mofongo Restaurant offers both delivery and takeout options.

  • Are there vegan or vegetarian options available at El Mofongo Restaurant?

    Yes, El Mofongo Restaurant offers many vegan and vegetarian options.

  • What are some highlights of El Mofongo Restaurant according to customer reviews?

    Customer reviews highlight the exceptional food quality, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere at El Mofongo Restaurant.

  • Can you tell me more about the famous pistachio tres leches cake at El Mofongo Restaurant?

    The pistachio tres leches cake at El Mofongo Restaurant is highly recommended by customers for its delicious taste and unique flavor.

  • How is the owner Martha described by customers?

    Customers describe the owner Martha as welcoming, friendly, and passionate about the food served at El Mofongo Restaurant.

  • Does El Mofongo Restaurant offer catering services?

    Yes, El Mofongo Restaurant offers catering services for large events and gatherings.

Ratings of El Mofongo Restaurant

Yelp

697

Google

573

Visitors' opinions on El Mofongo Restaurant

/ 697
Gail H.
Gail H. 20/03/2024
stars
I highly recommend this restaurant! The food was amazing! We had garlic shrimp, yellow rice, and red beans and all were so good. We tried samples of many of the other dishes and they were equally good (the chicken was probably the best I've ever had). And the dessert - definitely have the pistachio tres leches cake! The owner was so wonderful, letting us sample, talking about the menu, and making us feel so welcome. We would definitely go back!
Caz K.
Caz K. 09/03/2024
stars
Visiting NY for the first time and happened to find this Gem!!! Took my family to try Dominican food for the first time and my Family and I absolutely loved it. From when we first walked in the energy and vibe that we felt from the Owner Martha matched the flavor of the food. You could taste the Flavors and the Love that Martha and her husband Hector put into their dishes. We had the Ribs, Chicken, Yellow rice ,Cassava ,plantains and Rice with beans and it was fire !!! But it don't stop there. We had the tres leches regular and pistachio tres leches and that desert was BOMB !! Please open up a spot in L.A. . We need some of this home cooking out West !!!
Tony P.
Tony P. 04/03/2024
stars
Amazing Amazing Amazing. Our friend catered the food for a party and we loved it and got the address. Today we decided to try the location out. Martha the owner is super friendly, gave us samples of food to try. Who does that? We took home the rice and beans, roasted chicken, sancocho and home made hot sauce. We will be back to try the rest they have to offer. Highly recommend.
Anu D.
Anu D. 03/03/2024
stars
What an absolute delight this place was. El Mofongo provides exceptional food, service and hospitality. Martha, one of the owners makes you feel like you're in her household kitchen - providing background of the restaurant, the hard work her and her husband (who is the chef behind the amazing food) put in daily to the business, and the bonus part...samples of their best dishes. We came for a traditional dominican breakfast and left with food for the next few meals! The Sammy Sosa mofongo is probably one of the best I've had in the Long Island area. Their fresh lemonade is a delightful refresher (can't wait to grab one on a hot summer day). We had samples of Martha's pistachio cake and tres leches, which warranted a take out order of both, along with the sancocho, chicken, and arroz con gandules. The arroz con gandules...by far the best I've ever had. We cannot wait to try this spot again in the near future and look forward to using them for any upcoming catering or large events as they offer great priced catering, baked cakes and family combos. Thank you for your amazing hospitality and for the delicious nap worthy meal!
Seb R.
Seb R. 22/02/2024
stars
Wow wow wow this place is simply legendary. I came across this place due to a last minute issue with my go-to place in Queens. Turns out that this other place was closed for NYE and I had already put out the word that we were ordering Dominican food for this day. So i scrambled and hopped on yelp to find another spot a few days before the 31st, and I came across this place on yelp. I decided to pay this place a visit with my mother and my cousin, thinking that it would be best to sample the place before placing a large order for 10 plus people. Called them and asked if a Thursday would be too late to place a large order and they said no. Ventured over and met the owners, who immediately welcomed us and began offering samples of almost everything they had to offer. Everything we tried was delicious - from the pernil, to the chuleta al horno, habichuelas negras & rojas, costillas de cerdo... it was all amazing. We sat with the owner (i'm really bad with names and this was for NYE) and started consulting with her about portions and suggestions. We ended up placing a large order of arroz con gandules, costillas de cerdo, pollo al horno, pernil, small order of both frijoles, and a side order of maduros. I believe the total for the order was around $250 and we left a deposit of $100 that same day. When we finished up the order for NYE we went up and placed an order each for a nice lunch. The owner even gave us un pastel de tres leches for us to try it. Her tres leches is extremely popular and famous. Everyone who ate was in love with the food we provided on NYE day. It was absolutely epic and this is now the place we will continue to order from. Even if the drive is about 30 min. Ahhh her name is Martha! And she's an absolute legend of a human. So kind, welcoming, and helpful
Amari E.
Amari E. 15/02/2024
stars
If you want a cake that looks great and taste even better, get it from Martha. You won't be disappointed. The service you'll receive will have you coming back, again and again!
Dominican, Bakeries, Sandwiches
Closed Opens at 8:00 AM

Address

684 Fulton Ave Hempstead, NY 11550
Features

Features

Offers DeliveryOffers Delivery Offers TakeoutOffers Takeout ReservationsReservations Vegan OptionsVegan Options Many Vegetarian OptionsMany Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay CasualCasual QuietQuiet Offers CateringOffers Catering Good for GroupsGood for Groups Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for Lunch, Dinner, DessertGood for Lunch, Dinner, Dessert Waiter ServiceWaiter Service Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible TVTV Gender-neutral restroomsGender-neutral restrooms Outdoor SeatingOutdoor Seating Wi-FiWi-Fi Happy HourHappy Hour AlcoholAlcohol Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun Closed
Tuesday Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday Sun 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday Sun 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Verified by the owner

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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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