Los Mocanos Restaurant, a highly rated and popular small neighborhood eatery in Middletown, New York, is renowned for its authentic Latin American and Caribbean cuisines. This cozy, family-friendly spot is Latino-owned and has built a strong local reputation for serving traditional Puerto Rican and Dominican comfort foods.
Visitors can enjoy a distinctive experience, with steam tables visible from the counter, offering a variety of fresh, daily-changing options that complement the main menu. Highlights include the acclaimed Mofongo, praised for its authentic “100% Mocano” flavor, and the flavorful, juicy Pernil (Roast Pork), often served with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas).
For lunch, the restaurant features affordable daily specials starting around $9–$10, such as Pollo Al Caldero (chicken casserole) and Chivo (goat stew). The menu also includes freshly made savory empanadas, sweet plantains (maduros), and traditional sopa de res (beef soup), providing a rich and flavorful culinary experience.
Los Mocanos Restaurant is renowned for its friendly, attentive, and swift service, which helps establish its reputation as a warm community gathering spot.
Selections From The Los Mocanos Restaurant Menu
- Mofongo de Chicharrón: Mashed green plantains seasoned with garlic and pork cracklings, shaped into a savory mound.
- Pernil Asado: Slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in garlic and oregano, featuring perfectly crispy skin.
- Chivo Liniero: Tender goat stew simmered in a rich, spiced tomato and wine broth.
- Rabo Encendido: “Fiery” oxtail stew braised slowly until the meat falls completely off the bone.
- Arroz con Gandules: Puerto Rican rice cooked with pigeon peas, pork, olives, and a fragrant sofrito base.
- Sopa de Res: Hearty beef soup packed with root vegetables like yuca, yautía, and corn on the cob.
- Pollo al Caldero: Dutch-oven braised chicken seasoned with traditional Caribbean spices and savory tomato sauce.
- Empanadas de Pollo o Res: Crispy, golden pastry pockets stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken or ground beef.
- Maduros: Sweet, ripe yellow plantains fried until caramelized and soft with crispy edges.
- Tostones con Mojo: Twice-fried green plantain slices served crispy and hot with a tangy garlic dipping sauce.
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