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La Fonda

La Fonda

Puerto Rican Restaurant
East Harlem, New York
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7.0/10
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    S. L.
    "Authentic, delicious Puerto Rican food in a friendly atmosphere."(2 Tips)
    Selena D.
    "Best Mofongo al Ajillo this side of NY or dare I say, Puerto Rico."(2 Tips)
    James G.
    "famous arroz con pollo"(5 Tips)
    Travel Channel
    "As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation."(2 Tips)
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  • Selena D.
    Selena DelgadoApril 25, 2013
    Best Mofongo al Ajillo this side of NY or dare I say, Puerto Rico. The staff & owner have always been cordial which gives this famous restaurant a welcoming and hospitable atmosphere. love this place
  • La Fonda
    La FondaMarch 16, 2013
    This Tip is to all... Stay tuned as La Fonda will be creating a special delivery and takeout menu in the days to come for you to enjoy.
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    Ly ElNovember 8, 2013
    So much love in this food! Best black beans & pollo guisado Ive had in NY Jorge, el dueno, is always warm& welcoming. Beautiful local art, great music...so happy they reopened. Even better than b4!
  • Harlem A.
    Harlem AmbassadorJune 4, 2013
    Would someone PLEASE let us know when this place get's it's liquor license? Or at least beer and wine! Tasty morsels with local art give a comfort feel w/ hip accents. nabe mainstay that has survived.
  • S. L.heart icon on user image
    S. L.January 19, 2014
    Authentic, delicious Puerto Rican food in a friendly atmosphere. The mofongo de pernil and passion fruit juice were fantastic. Loved the salsa music, too :)
  • James G.heart icon on user image
    James GonzalezNovember 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    I would order the famous arroz con pollo (rice with chicken) as he competed against Bobby Flay, or the pernil con el arroz y gandules. Well worth it!! Oh and the lentil soup. :-) enjoy :-)
  • Nikki B.
    Nikki BeauchampSeptember 21, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    No cc at the moment at the "new" location-but luckily Chase ATM on the corner. Fabulous food and cocktails (love the mojito and flan..) Still one of my dad's fave places.
  • Alex C.heart icon on user image
    Alex Cruz-LebrónMay 15, 2016
    Bistec encebolla'o w/ rice and red beans, pork mofongo: this place is the real deal! Made me miss home so bad.
  • Carlos L.heart icon on user image
    Carlos LopezAugust 25, 2013
    El mofongo de pernil es súper rico! / The mofongo with pork is great!
  • Bryan U.heart icon on user image
    Bryan UOctober 21, 2019
    I came here for the first time a few years ago, and I’m back for the Chicharron de Pollo 🤤
  • Jacqui
    JacquiMay 6, 2013
    A vibrant local favorite offering traditional dishes and the delicious taste of home cooked Puerto Rican cuisine.
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out La Fonda Boricua as seen on Man vs Food Nation , Throwdown with Bobby Flay Read more
  • Lilibeth
    LilibethOctober 9, 2010
    Try out your Spanish here as you order without a menu. Delicious Puerto Rican atmosphere: music, art, food, etc. Comfy, dim and relaxed.
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    ItsLeeLeeB CBMay 11, 2014
    Great food. Very filling. Will be back
  • MetroFocus
    MetroFocusJuly 15, 2011
    One of the last authentic Puerto Rican restaurants left in New York according to executive director of the Hip-Hop Theater Festival Clyde Valentin Read more
  • Kárenly N.heart icon on user image
    Kárenly NievesJuly 31, 2016
    Puerto Rico reflejado al fin. This place is a treasure. Go eat a pearl of the sea.
  • Milagros M.heart icon on user image
    Milagros MartinezFebruary 24, 2015
    Best place ever I recommend it to everyone
  • Travel Channel
    Travel ChannelOctober 11, 2011
    Adam had the Grande Pernil with Mofongo. As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.
  • Mike H.
    Mike HerbertJuly 25, 2011
    Bring someone that speaks Spanish. There is no menu. Amazing food. Amazing mojitos.
  • James G.heart icon on user image
    James GonzalezApril 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I recommend their Empandas de Guava con Queso...
  • Femi Kuti D.
    Femi Kuti DMarch 16, 2013
    Lite fare, Selection is very limited. Small tasty portions for a lot of $$
  • MAL F.heart icon on user image
    MAL FLORESOctober 5, 2017
    VERY PRICEY AND THE PORTIONS ARE VERY WEAK...
  • tolu
    toluJune 13, 2015
    Pork is so very good
  • Dawn M.
    Dawn MicheleApril 4, 2011
    When I want a quick hot satisfying meal boriqua style, I go here. Otherwise I cook at home.
  • jesus r.heart icon on user image
    jesus riveraNovember 18, 2012
    "...mom could make better arroz con pollo and it would be enough for left overs.
  • DJ HeavyLou R.
    DJ HeavyLou RiveraMarch 2, 2014
    Haven't been here in a minute. Feels good coming home.
  • Charron F.
    Charron F.September 13, 2013
    There's only one waitress, with an attitude, on a Friday night.
  • Hadda A.
    Hadda Acevedo-DelcampAugust 7, 2010
    Sorry but for $13, my mom could make better arroz con pollo and it would be enough for left overs.
  • Dirtyface
    DirtyfaceOctober 5, 2010
    Rather eat at home or travel to Bridgeport. Better food and cheaper.
  • roodie 4.
    roodie 4sqApril 2, 2010
    The restaurant or the lounge?
  • Joel
    JoelFebruary 23, 2013
    The food was mediocre and the service was terrible. I used to like this place. Never going back.
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    jesus riveraNovember 18, 2012
    saludos! ysuerte
  • Chrissy
    ChrissyOctober 15, 2013
    Arroz con pollo - Throwdown w Bobby Flay
  • jesus r.heart icon on user image
    jesus riveraNovember 18, 2012
    SE VE MUY BUENA LA COMIDA,GRACIAS
  • Hector S.
    Hector SanchezSeptember 6, 2013
    No arroz con pollo? Porqué
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