Margon
“Real food with fine people working here makes this place a definite must in NYC, Times Square.”
“I got the beans and rice with a side of black beans and plantains, and a small octopus salad.”
“It was the perfect portions of all the regular cuban sandwich fixins' My sisters ordered the roast chicken and the bistec both equally good.”
Margon
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Caters: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
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Outstanding Cuban food. I had the roasted chicken and it was perfect. Be sure to check the menu before going. The specials change daily and if you have a favorite, like roast pork, it might only be offered once a week.
The place is small and the staff keeps customers moving to allow everyone to get service. The seating area is small so most take their food to go.
Very worth the experience
I love this place. Puts the cuban sandwich at Havana Central, which is across the street to shame. The line can get super long for lunch time so you may want to order ahead and pick it up. They do offer delivery. I have not had anything else there but it all looks good and by the smiles on people's faces it says it all.
I've had this place bookmarked forever to try their Cuban sandwich. I came after a conference at the Marriott Marquis, it's a short walk, on the way back to Grand Central. Tiny place, only a couple tables to eat at. The woman helping us couldn't have been nicer, she gave my party of 3 multiple samples of the chicken wings and later the tropical shakes. We all got cubans with rice/beans. So much food for $9! The Cuban had salami on it, which was different, but really good. One of the better Cuban sandwiches I've had for sure. Check this place out for a cheap lunch/dinner!
Really good and really cheap food in the heart of Manhattan! We went as a group for lunch from the training class we are taking close by.
I decided to try the Cuban sandwich from here after seeing all the great reviews. The sandwich itself was pretty good but I didn't like the bread that came with it. Also, it says it is supposed to come with 16 oz rice and beans and instead it was a small plate of rice. It is a hole in a wall so definitely don't recommend it on a date.
REAL TIME LUNCH REVIEW, Y'ALL!
Ordered up lunches for two days: pepper steak w/yellow rice and black beans….and palomilla steak with white rice and red beans.
Order confirmed at 3pm. They're about two aves and six blocks from me. Arrived by 3:45 via a very friendly and patient delivery guy!
I like that they pack the protein separate from the rice/beans/sides…and REALLY awesome that they top the rice/beans with some bonus plantains (which were SUPER good!). Don't like that everything is squished and leaning….but for food this good? Really don't care!
That Palomilla Steak is what's ON! Marinated in garlic and lime. Just lovely way to do skirt steak! A bit chewy/grizzly….but nothing to really complain about at this price point.
I'LL BE BACK!!!!!
This CUBAN SANDWICH hits the spot! I've been wanting to find Cuban after watching the movie "Chef" with Jon Favereau. You don't have to chase a food truck to get this Cuban sandwich.
Smack in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Time Square. You might get stuck behind some slow walkers and have to dodge a couple tourists to get here, but it's worth it!
I only came in here for a quick bite for lunch.
The restaurant itself is railroad style. The deli and goods on the left, tables and seating on the right.
The lowdown on the Cuban sandwich:
The bread was perfect to sink your teeth into. Pickled and vinegary parts complemented thinly sliced pieces of meat. You can tell this sandwich has been flattened under a sandwich press. This way it's easier it is to fit into our mouths.
This was my first Cuban sandwich experience, but I think it might be hard to top this one.
I bet this sandwich taste marvelous after a night out.
Must go back to try more!
It sucks I'm nowhere near this restaurant for lunchtime, since it's the perfect afternoon meal. Old-school deli feel with amazing staff and hot food abound.
Lots of your Cuban/Dominican favorites, buffet-style or made to order. Settled on the Roast Pork sandwich combo, which comes with rice and beans, plantains, and a fried chicken bite ($10ish). Rice and beans are your standard fare, fine with hot sauce, Plantains are sweet, a welcome balance against the rice. Chicken is a bit hard but satiating while waiting for the main course. Pork sandwich is surprisingly flavorful, with just the right ratio of bread to meat. Wish there was cheese inside to really complement the dish. Shredded potato chips on top to really make you full.
For a hole-in-the-wall, the service here is super friendly. I was expecting a gruff NY greeting; instead got plenty of smiles and thanks. Value here is tremendous, and plenty of options to keep coming back.