Every so often I get an urge for Mofongo and I head for Ricon Crillo at Gordon Square. Located in a couple of storefronts on Detroit is a wonderful Puerto Rican restaurant. The decor is nothing special, but the room is clean and comfortable, service is friendly and helpful. Although the menu provides a number of options and they have specials on the weekend, I have always gotten the Mofongo with the garlic shrimp.
The Mofongo is a large helping of mashed plantains mildly seasoned and topped with a good number of medium sized shrimp in a mild garlic sauce. The plantains are dense with just a bit of a crunch on the outside, the shrimp are pink and perfectly cooked, the garlic sauce works perfectly with the plantains. I ask for the hot sauce, which is a homemade green sauce with a bit of heat and a hint of jalapenos. I mash the plantains into the garlic and hot sauce and it is a great combination.
I highly recommend trying Ricon Crillo. Great food in a casual atmosphere at very reasonable price. Be aware that the restaurant closes early so get there for an early dinner.