Mofongo Cafe

Delicious Caribbean food and a good value for lunch.

I was drawn to the Mofongo Cafe because of their bountiful Caribbean menu, and especially because they have Mofongo!

I went for lunch, prepared to order the Mofongo con Camarones al Coco (Mofongo with coconut shrimp). I quickly learned they also offered a "Lunch Buffet" for $11.85. While it is called a "Lunch Buffet," it's actually a steam table from which you can select 1 type of rice, 1 type of beans, 1 protein, and 1 salad. The portions are large and this was obviously a good deal, so I pivoted and ordered the "Lunch Buffet."

I ordered the yellow rice, the pinto beans, the goat (more on that later), and the avocado coleslaw. The portions were large and delicious. The goat was in a dark, flavorful sauce that worked well with the yellow rice and it was delicious. Before you run to the Mofongo Cafe to order the goat for lunch, please be aware that the Lunch Buffet with goat is an up charge and will cost you $16.50 instead of $11.85. I thought it was worth the price. The goat was that good and the portion was large.

My friend had the pork instead of the goat and he loved it.

I was also impressed by their large selection of Agua Frescas. For $4.00 you can get a large cup of "Pineapple Pear," Lemonade, Passion Fruit, Blackberry, Pineapple, or Guanabana (sour sop). I tried the Pineapple Pear and it was flavored perfectly without being too sweet. I recommend you try one of the Agua Frescas if you go. The drinks are chilled in a cooler, and there's an ice machine if you like it colder.

The staff were friendly and helpful, and the restaurant was nice and clean.

I plan to return to the Mofongo Cafe soon to try the Mofongo con Camarones al Coco and maybe the Guanabana Agua Fresca. I don't think I've ever had Guanabana. The food is delicious and well worth the price charged.

We make the drive here every once in awhile. I do enjoy the food. We always get their buffet options, but i am still waiting for the day I can get my arroz morro!

They give you plenty of food and staff is super friendly.
We've gotten the lechon, chicken, and it's always been real good.

Coming from living in NY & Miami I missed my Puerto Rican/Dominican/Cuban mix of food. So glad I found Mofongo Cafe! I love how family friendly the restaurant is & the service is great. It feels like your at a family members house with the music playing & the cute little decorations around. The young man who usually works the register is always friendly & helpful. I've tried a few dishes from the Mofongo, to Mangu, beef stew, etc. and all have been comforting & flavorful. You can either order from the hot station or place an order from the menu which will be made to order. The food can take a little time to come out, but it's worth the wait. I've taken my Puerto Rican family & Dominican friends to Mofongo when visiting Nashville & they all enjoyed their meals.

They also offer catering, I ordered a tray of empanadas for an office party & they were a hit! Everyone was asking where I got them from. Definitely check them out if you're in the area!

2nd visit was even better than the 1st. The Mofongo with garlic shrimp (camarones al ajillo) was fantabulous. The rice and beans with bistec and pickled red onions and salad was delish. Food was so good we scarfed it all down and did not even capture a pic. Great service from the staff. They explained how the service worked for their buffet and any special order items. The ambience of the restaurant is very casual and relaxed. If you like Puerto Rican, Cuban, or Dominican food this is your place to go.

While the presentation of the restaurant was pleasant and the ambiance was inviting, unfortunately, I experienced food poisoning after dining here. Although the food came out quick, the food was served cold, which was disappointing.

Additionally, the water from their ice/water vending machine had an unpleasant odor reminiscent of wet dog. Regrettably, due to these experiences, I won't be returning to this establishment.

Absolutely loved my visit to Mofongo Cafe. It's tucked away in a beautiful teal house in Berry Hill. I was greeted warmly by the employees behind the counter. They explained the meal and buffet option. Everything looked so yummy, but I came for the mofongo. I tried the coconut shrimp mofongo, per the positive reviews. And it did not dissapoint, I helped myself to a guanabana juice. So yummy!

Came here with my family for the first time. The food was delicious. We had a bit of everything but didn't try the Mofongo. Maybe next time. Salsa and merengue was on so made me feel like I was home. White rice with beans was delicious. The chicken and carne frita also. We had empanadas de chorizo and guava. Chorizo one was really good! Tostones could have been a bit better but they also had mayo ketchup, so props for that :) Had some flan as well and it was pretty decent!

Friendly service, helpful staff, clean establishment, and really good food.
My oxtails fell off the bone and were smothered in this delicious gravy that married beautifully with rice and beans.
The portions were huge, and I quenched my thirst with one of their delicious fresh juices.
It's definitely a place I suggest trying.

THIS IS THE SPOT

I moved here from Jersey and haven't been able to find anything close to good Spanish food in the area. We have this place a shot because someone recommended it to us and we are very glad we came to try their food. It's authentic and they have a ton of options.

Place feels like home.

One of my favorite places to eat in Nashville. Such a bright, colorful place with friendly people and hearty comfort food. I truly can't recommend Mofongo Cafe enough. I usually order a tray with rice, black beans, beef tips or pork ribs, croquettes, and yuca with the orange sauce. The tray itself comes with a protein, a bean type, side salad, and rice. The portions are very generous! Often times they'll serve freshly fried croquettes and yuca, and it is truly mind blowing. The croquettes are filled with queso fresco with a crunchy yuca outer layer, and the yuca fries are soft on the inside and go perfectly with any of the sauces. I have tried other items on the menu, too, here and there, and have found everything delicious and savory.
Service has been consistently spectacular. I once had a birthday dinner on the patio with over 20 people and the manager came by to say hello us!