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| - This was my first visit to their new location on Charleston/Decatur and the menu is very different from their days in the Campus Commons Food Court. The biggest change is the increase in prices and the emphasis on "à la carte." They've gotten rid of their meals and combination offerings, so you need to order every element.
I had the Rellenos de Papa ($3/ea) and Pasteles ($5/ea) again and both were fantastic. The Rellenos de Papa are large fried mashed potato balls filled with Picadillo; very flavorful. The pasteles are similar to tamales, but the masa is created with green bananas and plantains. It has an extra smooth texture and is also packed with flavor.
Camarones al Ajillo ($13) with Mofongo ($4.50): This is another dish I've had before and this time it wasn't nearly as good. The garlic sauce is really wonderful, but the shrimp was disappointing; they were very small and the portion was abysmal for the price (it was literally served in a cup-sized bowl). Also, the mofongo was a bit dry. This combination has increased $5.50+ since their move and the quality is shaky.
Chuletas Fritas ($9.50) with Arroz Mamposteao ($2.75): The order comes with two fried pork chops and though these chops are on the small side, they were delicious. The rice is amazing! It's sauteed with spices, beans, and ham for a super flavorful dish. The Arroz Mamposteao is highly, highly recommended.
Carne Frita ($9.50) with Tostones ($3) and Yuca en Mojo de Ajo ($3): The fried pork chunks were flavorful, juicy, and lightly crispy; just delicious. I really enjoyed the Tostones (fried green plantains) as they were extra crunchy and seasoned well. I've never had yuca that wasn't fried, but this worked really well with their garlic sauce.
Notes: The Mayo-Ketchup sauce is apparently non-existent with your order of Mofongo now. Also, the Starters and Regular Sides (front of the menu) are priced higher than their counterparts on the back of the menu when ordered with protein entrees - up to 60% more - and most of them are the same portions. Besides the Alcapurria, Empanadilla, Rellenos de Papa, Pasteles, etc, I'd recommend starting with the protein entrees and purchasing sides with it. **They will not adjust your bill if you order a side before or after ordering your entree and will charge you the higher price!**
The food is still very delicious and perhaps if it were closer to home, I may opt to visit more. However, I'm really disappointed about the huge price increases! I understand the necessity of raising prices to support the new brick-and-mortar location, but you used to be able to get a meal (one protein and two sides) for under $10. Now, that same meal costs 45% more. For lunch, our bill was over $100 (with tax and tip) for four people. Definitely a turn-off.
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