María Mulata Colombian Restaurant & Bar

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   Kelly

   Chicago

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 15, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Maria Mulata had great food including some classic Colombian dishes that can be harder to find in Manhattan. However it is over-priced (mains $30-40) and the service was a little slow.
   

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   Elena

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 11, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is always very tasty  the staff is excellent always going extra mile to make your dinner pleasant highly recommend this restaurant.
   

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   Jacqueline

   VIP

   New York City

   154 reviews

   4.0

   154 reviews

   Dined on November 30, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was excellent. Appetizers were good and so was my drink. Nice portions. My only issue was the Tamale. No seasoning at all. Was unable to eat it.
   

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   Carol

   VIP

   New York City

   56 reviews

   4.0

   56 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   I went with a friend for an early dinner Sunday evening, not realizing that the restaurant closes early Sunday evening. There was only one other table in use, I think by people who work at the restaurant. Anyway, we shared a salad and some yummy pork belly nuggets and then the fish stew. Everything was quite delicious. The service was more friendly then expertly professional, kind of homey, and we enjoyed that the chef came out to check with us. The decor is quite attractive, but simple - no white tablecloths here. I checked the reviews before booking and there were some that were very negative, but I just don't get that. This is a great place for the neighborhood and we plan on returning.
   

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   Rafael

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 31, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I have been extremely impressed with Maria Mulata. The restaurant offers a unique and extraordinary dinning experience, merging ingredients and flavours of Colombian cuisine in an innovative way. The food is excellent, the staff friendly and professional, and the restaurant is beautiful. Maria Mulata has become one of my favourite restaurants in New York City. I highly recommend the experience!
   

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   Gregory

   VIP

   New York City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on October 19, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   María Mulata Restaurant & Bar is a standout culinary destination in New York City, offering an authentic taste of Colombian cuisine paired with exceptional service. The restaurant’s vibrant yet sophisticated ambiance, adorned with cultural touches, creates a welcoming and memorable atmosphere for guests. The menu showcases the rich diversity of Colombian flavors, with standout dishes such as the expertly prepared Bandeja Paisa and the flavorful seafood casserole. Every dish is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients and presented with meticulous attention to detail. The cocktail menu is equally impressive, featuring expertly mixed beverages that perfectly complement the cuisine. Service at María Mulata is attentive and professional, with staff demonstrating both warmth and knowledge of the menu, ensuring an outstanding dining experience. Whether for a casual meal, a special celebration, or a business gathering, María Mulata delivers excellence at every level. This restaurant is highly recommended for those seeking a genuine and elevated Colombian dining experience in the heart of NYC.
   

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   orrin

   VIP

   New York City

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on October 15, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and service. Will definitely go back there soon
   

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   Kyle

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on October 4, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   I was really looking forward to eating at Maria Mulata. Went with a friend who is Colombian so figured that would be a good judge of the food. Overall, the experience was good. The restaurant is decorated really cool with a lot of design nods to Colombian culture. Both the server and bartender were fluent in Spanish which my friend appreciated, and offered some different recommendations. We tried the ceviche, arepas, and the bandeja paisa. All of the food was good, but I would say not great. I was expecting a very flavor packed selection and honestly, the food was pretty bland. I think it would be great if the flavors could have been developed better. Not a bad experience, just not sure I will be going back.
   

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   Claudia

   New York City

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 28, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was tasty and the presentation pretty. The waiter was attentive, and the chef came out at the end to say hello and introduced himself. The fish dishes were very small. Not enough for a meal. My cazuela was delish, but not the typical Colombian soup. In fact, it was not a soup but more of a casserole. I was there with a larger group and some of the dishes or ingredient within the dish, were not available for members of the group. They had to be supplemented.
   

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    Bibiana

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Good place, good food and really friendly staff, our food took little longer but we received plantain chips and guacamole as a complementary snack and it was delicious
    

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