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Latin American Restaurant$$$$
Central Slope, Brooklyn
"Delicioso!I especially loved the tostones with garlic sauce."(2 Tips)
"Every Friday night 7-10p: pick-up jazz & blues - blue note jam."(2 Tips)
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- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 12, 2014My family and I have been coming to Viejo Yayo for years. We love the food and the staff. They are super friendly and the food is delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 24, 2014Awesome! Great for dates, great for families! My 3boys love it here, especially the flan. I love the yuca frita. The mofongo is amazing! We always bring my Panamanian in laws here and they enjoy ... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 5, 2013The food is remarkable! The staff is friendly, fast & fun. The ambiance is perfect whether you want to come and have a nice Spanish meal midday or listen to some beautiful Salsa music played by a... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 3, 2014Love El ViejoYayo! The food is authentic and originally. The garlic bread is delicious, I always ask for seconds. I live in New Jersey so anytime I am near Brooklyn this the first place that come... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 11, 2014I come here all the time with my girlfriend food is awesome! Waitresses are great! Price is right! And the place is cozy and romantic! I will always recommend this place to everyone. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 20, 2014The food here never disappoints. It's s authentic as it gets. A great place for a date night or a night out with friends. Portions sizes are great for the price. Love love love coming here. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 2, 2014This place is absolutely amazing . I have been coming here since I was a little girl and it's always been phenomenal. Food is great & drinks are great :) I highly recommend ! You won't be disappo... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 4, 2014I have been coming to this restaurant with my family for years now. The food is amazing and the staff is very welcoming and responsive to our needs. I will highly recommend it to anyone intereste... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comNovember 10, 2013The service was very warm and welcoming. The staff explained the dinner entrees that I was not familiar with which was very nice and appreciated. The garlic sauce was delicious. I loved my rice a... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 8, 2014Love this place its amazing i feel at home here , the jazz music is amazing waiters and waitress are amazing , my favorite is marisol shes so friendly you would think youve known her for years. L... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 7, 2014The service was very good and professional. The waitress was truly a sweetheart and really friendly. The food was awesome as usual. Can't breathe from all the food I ate! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comNovember 9, 2013Waiter was very attentive to our needs and was friendly. Food was excellent and the piña colada was the absolute best. Would highly recommend this place to friends and family. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 17, 2014Awesome dining experience! Great service, food was authentic and delicious (I'm from Puerto Rico), and the ambiance made me feel like home. Would recommend to anyone! Read more
Franncis PJune 19, 2016Havent had a bad dish here yet! The piaya is awesome, think I spelt it wrong but whatever its awesome! Been a loyal customer for years. They treat you like family!- Visit LYSPER.comApril 19, 2014The food and service was very good. The waiter was very helpful and attended to our needs. He is a great asset to your establishment and his smile made the night good. Thank you Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 23, 2013Hands down the most consistent restaurant in park slope! When I dine with my wife the service Makes u feel welcome and @ home Tomas is a great waiter I recommend to all my friends Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 28, 2014Excellent food and service. This is the best Viejo Yayo of them all. So do not waste your time on the others. Just come right straight here. I promise you will nevet regret it. Delicioso Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 5, 2013Love attending this restaurant; they are like family to me. Everything about the experience is positive. Food is good, ambience is friendly and drinks are superb. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 26, 2013Love coming here! Food is great and service is so inviting . Great people are employed here. They make us feel special all the time. Beri is one of your best. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 3, 2014Today has been one of our many visits to Yayo's and as usual the food and the service are great .... Thank you Yayo for making it a pleasant experience every time Read more
- JC Martinez-SifreSeptember 14, 2013Every Friday night 7-10p: pick-up jazz & blues - blue note jam. Only musicians of the higest calibrer. BYOAxe, dancin shoes & your appetite for mojo and tostones. #uglybraine
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 27, 2014This is my go to place when I want some delicious Spanish food! The staff and waiters are always friendly and always very attentive. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 5, 2013I been living in this neighborhood for over 30 years. I have been coming to yayos for almost 3 now with my son and friends. I have never received anything less but 5 star service not to mention t... Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 26, 2014Outstanding service and the food really delicious and the place is nice and clean never had a problem.the price are not expensive. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 27, 2013We live in somers ny in the county of Westchester and when we visit my mother in law , we always come here for either lunch or dinner. The food is delicious Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 24, 2014Good food, great service! You make us feel very welcomed and enjoy coming here every time! Music and tv are a plus! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 28, 2014I love coming to this restaurant! The food is always delicious, and the people who work here are warm and inviting. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comFebruary 8, 2014This is the BEST Spanish food I have ever eaten. I am visiting from NC. When I come to NY, it's the only place I will ever go for Spanish food. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 13, 2014Love the food and the restaurant is comfortable. Would like to see the bathroom get a facelift. It gives the appearance of being unclean, even if it it not. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 6, 2014Excellent service and food. The girls are very friendly especially Marisol who has served us several times. I will definetly recommend it!,, Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 29, 2014Food was delicious , service great & with a smile. This was my first time here and I will most certainly come back. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJanuary 19, 2014The service was great. The food is delicious. A great spot for the family or just for a date. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMarch 9, 2014I have alway enjoy the service here. Everyone who attended with me enjoy the service and most important the FOOD! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 28, 2014Service was great. Food was even better. Had a virgin piña colada to die for. Can't wait to come back again. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comNovember 2, 2014The service and the food was great .I would definitely recommend this restaurant to family and friends. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 19, 2014Excellent service, and the food is incredibly good. I was on vacation, and when I got here I felt right at home. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 10, 2014Service was excellent. Food was very good but a little too greasy. Everything came out hot and timely. Very authentic dishes. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 23, 2014Always a delight! The food is amazing and customer service is exceptional. Its really bring me home! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMarch 28, 2014Always, ALWAYS phenomenal food, great atmosphere, wonderful staff. I'm a regular guest and will continue to be. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 5, 2013Always dependable excellent food served with kindness and consideration. We feel like we are among friends when we eat here! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comMay 9, 2014First time here, and it was fantastic! Great food, great service, we will definitely be coming back! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comNovember 2, 2014Very good; service was excellent and the food was delicious. Good date spot too! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 7, 2014Food is fantastic! Service is great! I come here a few times a year and will return. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comJune 22, 2014Always great service, friendly and punctual staff. Been a customier for years and intemd to continue for years to come. Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 6, 2014Food is always phenomenal, always look forward to coming here & I recommend it to everyone! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comOctober 27, 2014As always not dissapointed! Love love coming to Viejo Yayo. The food and service is the very best ! Read more
- Visit LYSPER.comApril 29, 2014Best place in Brooklyn! Camarifongo is amazing & the staff is professional & courteous. Read more
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- Visit LYSPER.comApril 20, 2014This place is our special place! Great food and Great people!!! We love it here so much! Read more
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Our fresh ingredients & home-cooked meals will leave your stomach full & happy. Enjoy Latin jazz while our staff serve you the best in Latin American cuisine.
Closed until 7:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 7:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–11:00 PM
(718) 965-7299
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No
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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Yes
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