Christopher Forbes
★★★★★a month ago
After more than 30–40 orders in the past year, I can confidently say this restaurant has become something of a culinary frenemy: I adore the food, but my wallet files a complaint every time.<br><br>This spot is, without exaggeration, one of the most expensive restaurants in the Bronx - and no one seems entirely sure why. The food is consistently good, often delicious, and occasionally excellent. But the pricing feels like it was set by someone who thinks the Bronx is secretly Monte Carlo.<br><br>Take the pupusas, for example. They’re tasty, but they’re also priced like they come with a side of stock options. They tend to underdeliver for what they cost, leaving you wondering whether you accidentally ordered the “collector’s edition.” On the other hand, the nachos are exquisite - beautifully layered, generously topped, and genuinely satisfying. They’re also so expensive that you might briefly consider taking out a small loan before hitting “Place Order.”<br><br>Presentation is usually on point: clean, consistent, and appealing. But when they miss, they miss. I’ve had a few orders arrive looking like they took a wrong turn somewhere between the kitchen and reality. Thankfully, those moments are the exception, not the rule.<br><br>Despite the eyebrow‑raising prices, the food quality is reliably solid. This is a place that knows how to cook. You just have to be prepared to spend significantly more than you’d expect for a neighborhood restaurant. Think “treat yourself” pricing on a “Tuesday night dinner” kind of meal.<br><br>In short: delicious food, dependable flavors, and a price tag that occasionally feels like a prank. If they ever adjust the cost to better match the quality, this place could easily become one of the Bronx’s top go‑to spots. Until then, it remains a great restaurant; just one that makes your bank account flinch.
Response from the owner
Hola Christopher! Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review — after 30-40 orders you've definitely earned the right to share your honest take! 😄 We're glad the food quality keeps bringing you back and that the nachos hit the mark. We hear you on the pricing and truly appreciate the feedback — it helps us grow. We hope to keep earning your trust one order at a time! Always feel the comfort and trust to contact us directly as well ❤️🙏💯