Joan’s Restaurant Review: Mojo

Take your food life to the next level with power lunches, weekend brunches and mid-week romantic dinners for two with Joan’s restaurant reviews.

Mojo Restaurant
185 St. Nicholas Ave @ 119th Street
New York, NY
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday: 6pm to 11pm
Friday & Saturday: Dinner 6pm to Midnight, Drink available until 2am
Sunday Brunch: 11:0am to 3pm
Sunday Dinner: 6pm to 10pm
Forms of Payment:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa and Cash

I just love some of the new gems in my neighborhood; I finally ate dinner at Mojo’s Restaurant and I can’t believe I waited so long!  Mojo’s cozy ambiance makes for a great date night spot.  The warm colors and decor made me forget the cold and rain that awaited me outside of their doors. The live band was on point and the waitstaff was extremely friendly and efficient.

The full menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes made my mouth water.  Our waitress gave us the rundown on the daily specials which included guacamole with plantain chips so of course we had to order it- and it was so well worth the extra endulgance…no regrets!  On the table was Grilled Baby Lamb Chops served with garlic potato puree & slow roasted tomato and green beans and Grilled Skirt Steak w/ Chimichurri served with garlic fries and watercress tomato salad – this dish was super-duper delish!   Both dishes were perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.  Before Tuesday, I’d never tried a watercress tomato salad; but it was very tasty.  The menu items are reasonably priced with appetizers  ranging between $9 to $13 and entrees ranging between $14 to $23- you can’t go wrong.  There is also a premium cocktail menu and Mojo’s offers a few dessert items including a Strawberry Tirmisu.  I’m itching to go back just to try the Harlem Fried Chicken Sliders – I hear they are yummy!

My experience at Mojo’s was very pleasant and I’m sure I’ll be returning in the very near future.  Visit Mojo if you’re ever in the area, it’s really Harlem’s latest gem!