Exploring the numerous flares of cuisines, Mambo's Dominican fulfilled a spot on my plate. Since I have not been to the DR, I can only compare it to Costa Rican food, especially because of the plantains - which is like a starchy banana.
Three of us ordered the following: for lunch:
Mofongo de Camorones - mofongo is a mound of fried green plantains with garlic, oil, and bacon and a side of garlic sauce. Enjoyed the juicy shrimp based in a garlic sauce as well. Side salad with house dressing comes with dish. $16.99. My favorite.
Thursday's Lunch specials for $7.99:
- Pollo Guisado/Braised Chicken
- Carne de Res Guisado/Braised Steak
Lunch plates come with a side of rice and beans or Moro (which is rice of the day) or vegetables and a side salad. The Moro was like a "dirty" rice with beans.
Option add-on items:
For a $1.99 you can add sweet soft fried plantains or tostones (fried dried and pressed salted plantain). Both are great options depending on your liking for sweet or salty.
Decor was interesting because pots and pans and mugs light fixtures filled the ceiling. Uniquely decorated. Server was kind and dishes were delectable. I'll be back again.