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Margon

Margon

Cuban Restaurant$$$$
Theater District, New York
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    Go here. Experience the Cuban sandwiches. It's worth it.
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    Jarel H.
    "Best Cuban sandwich (no pickles) I've had"(51 Tips)
    Jeremy F.
    "... since 2004. Faves are octopus salad, roast chicken, soups, the best Cuban..."(6 Tips)
    Rich P.
    "Get the Ox tail stew on Thursdays or Fridays."(7 Tips)
    Jeff S.
    "Best cheap lunch in Times Square."(11 Tips)
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  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 19, 2017
    The pernil (garlic-rubbed pork roast) is superb, and so are the roast chicken, tripe and pig-feet soup, and oxtail stew, served with white or yellow rice, black or red beans. Read more
  • Justin O.heart icon on user image
    Justin OrdovezaJanuary 7, 2017
    Great hole on the wall near Times Square. The food is affordable and the quality is good. They serve cafeteria style. The thing to get is the Cuban sandwich.
  • Rachel K.
    Rachel KingAugust 2, 2016
    Grub St.: This bustling old Latin luncheonette (bright red counter, bright yellow menu board) dishes up good cheer and soulful chow in equal measure, and also smooshes the city’s second best Cubano.
  • Jeremy F.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy FisherNovember 30, 2022
    Been here 10+ times
    One of my favorite places in NYC. I’ve been coming since 2004. Faves are octopus salad, roast chicken, soups, the best Cuban sandwich, oxtail
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhSeptember 1, 2019
    They have daily specials on weekdays from 1030AM-5PM. They’re closed on Sundays. Portion sizes are huge! The workers are friendly too!
  • PureWow
    PureWowMay 9, 2017
    We never expected to find an authentic hole-in-the-wall in Times Square, but we’re so glad we did. And this crispy, meat-filled beauty is well worth braving the crowds. Read more
  • In S.heart icon on user image
    In SpectorFebruary 28, 2014
    Everything is delicious. Been coming here 2 to 3 times a week for past month or so and it never disappoints. I'm not Latin but I would assume this is what latin home cooking is like.
  • Kirk E.heart icon on user image
    Kirk EdmondsonJanuary 27, 2017
    Best Cuban sandwich in NYC! Great bread that is appropriately flattened. Filled with unctuous pork & salami and improved with tangy mustard and pickles.
  • Zayed K.heart icon on user image
    Zayed KhanAugust 29, 2014
    Don't be late to lunch. They have the most incredibly juicy tender chicken, the kind you can gently pull off with a plastic fork, without needing a knife. But it gets a tad bit dry as the day goes on.
  • Paul S.heart icon on user image
    Paul SanwaldDecember 17, 2015
    Coffee and waitstaff are awesome, so are sandwiches. An oasis in an otherwise horrible part of town. Delivery guys having a beer after their shift, this place is just awesome.
  • Alina B.heart icon on user image
    Alina BeckerMarch 31, 2017
    Delicious food and very friendly staff! We loved the breakfast and the coffee as well as the lunch. We came three days in a row and had a good time
  • Maria M.
    Maria MarquesAugust 2, 2012
    Cuban Sandwiches. Mini-kitchen for churning out porky delights. There's a griddle used for melting cheese onto each roll so they're good and crunchy before they're stuffed with meat, pickles. <10$
  • Ricardo J. S.
    Ricardo J. SalazarNovember 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The BEST Cuban food in the Times Square area! You have to try this Latino food, and cheap prices! If out here for lunch might want to get 2 Coronas for $5 bucks Cuban Sandwich, the BEST of the BEST
  • Brandonheart icon on user image
    BrandonOctober 13, 2017
    Most hidden gem for a true cubano. Worth going through Times Square to get one.
  • Nick A.
    Nick AOctober 11, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best Cuban I've had in the tri-sate! The chicken chunks with their garlic sauce is amazing & authentic! My co-workers and i go to spot every Friday! 👍
  • Jeremy F.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy FisherFebruary 18, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Cuban sandwich or rice and beans (I like the Moros, mixed white rice and black beans) with either roast chicken, pernil, octopus salad, or oxtail
  • What's Good Hereheart icon on user image
    What's Good HereMay 11, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't leave without getting a Cuban sandwich. Its messy and delicious.
  • Joe C.heart icon on user image
    Joe CrouchOctober 14, 2016
    Fantastic Cuban food. Also great Manhattan experience. Very small and crowded, get food to go. I recommend the pulled pork or pork sandwich.
  • Norman E.
    Norman EllisNovember 13, 2011
    When I worked in the area this was my go to place for lunch. I eat here anytime I'm near. The price is right and the food always delicious. Whether its pulpo, bacalao, or pernil it's all good!
  • Argelys O.heart icon on user image
    Argelys OriachSeptember 16, 2016
    Relatively inexpensive as the entree portions are huge. The cuban sandwich is great! The rice and beans are also delicious.
  • Ryan Z.heart icon on user image
    Ryan Zhang 🤪March 7, 2017
    Oxtail and cubano are amazing. Good with coconut soda
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMarch 29, 2013
    Cheap hole in the wall diner in the heart of midtown, an unlikely but delicious source for Cubanos and other sandwiches.
  • Rosemary D.
    Rosemary DorsettJuly 27, 2013
    Delicious dive for amazing Cuban food - all under $10. Go for the cubano sandwich or crispy chicken with a side of beans.
  • Andrew T.heart icon on user image
    Andrew T.July 7, 2017
    The Cuban sandwich, hands down.
  • まっふぃheart icon on user image
    まっふぃJuly 26, 2023
    Cubano Sandwich & home made chicken soup with Colona beer 😘😘😘
  • Kelly C.heart icon on user image
    Kelly CohanMay 18, 2016
    Authentic and friendly. We weren't sure what our kids would eat, so they gave us some extra samples
  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff SchroerAugust 23, 2013
    Best Cuban sandwich in the city. Order directly with sandwich guy up front, pay at register. compliment with housemade lemonade.
  • Cheapism
    CheapismFebruary 25, 2011
    Go here for fresh, flavorful & low-cost Cuban fare. Get a meat-packed Cubano sandwich w/ rice & beans ($9) & try the octopus salad ($6.75). Read more
  • Matthew N.heart icon on user image
    Matthew NicholOctober 21, 2016
    Small tip. If you get coffee know we they ask you about sugar know that one spoon of sugar is a heaping helping.
  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff SchroerApril 25, 2014
    Order the Cuban sandwich immediately upon entering at counter on left. Pair w/ lemonade. Best cheap lunch in Times Square.
  • Barry K.heart icon on user image
    Barry KwokJuly 23, 2019
    The rice and plantain sides are so good that I’d be happy with those as an entree.
  • Ted H.heart icon on user image
    Ted HaennMay 2, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the Roast Pork, black beans, onions, and rice. Big portions; great for lunch/dinner
  • eProducer B.heart icon on user image
    eProducer BracheMay 12, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    These are the nicest people! No better bang for the buck than here, and food is very tasty and delicious!
  • Adam S.heart icon on user image
    Adam SchuitOctober 10, 2015
    The best thing in Times Square no one know about 🙊. Roasted chicken with yellow rice is amazing!!
  • Jarel H.heart icon on user image
    Jarel HillJune 28, 2017
    Best Cuban sandwich (no pickles) I've had
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    M&M'sSeptember 24, 2016
    Delicious sandwiches in very reasonable price! Fast, very kind and positive staff
  • Spotted by Locals - city guides by locals
    All of the specials come with a huge plate of yellow rice, beans and plantains Read more
  • Miguel Ángel Q.heart icon on user image
    Humble but yummy food, familiar ambient, very nice service. Cheap
  • Ricky S.heart icon on user image
    Ricky SherrillOctober 1, 2015
    Do not let the outside appearance throw you because you will find the best sandwiches in the city.
  • Ryan T.heart icon on user image
    Ryan TateNovember 6, 2018
    Rice and beans, pork knuckle, any pork cut, all incredibly
  • Anna H.heart icon on user image
    Anna HNovember 12, 2015
    *hands down* thee best and yummiest Cubano sandwich! Indeed a carnivores' perfect sandwich =)
  • Brandonheart icon on user image
    BrandonOctober 7, 2022
    I’ll say it again. Only reason to go to Times Square as a NY’er. 🙏🏻👌🏻
  • Matthew N.heart icon on user image
    Matthew NicholOctober 21, 2016
    Quick on their feet with breakfast and is so good.
  • Joe C.
    Joe ChecklerJuly 29, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    When you get the Wednesday shredded pork special, say "yes" to the red pickled onions and ask for an extra little container of the side sauce. The pork doesn't NEED the sauce, but it's still great.
  • Alex C.heart icon on user image
    Alex CanningOctober 22, 2016
    Cuban sandwich, great any time
  • Nicholas O.
    Nicholas OlsonOctober 8, 2013
    Great Cuban sandwiches, been coming here for years. Today they were charging people $1 extra for "tax" though, seems sketchy.
  • Midtown Lunch
    Midtown LunchJanuary 12, 2012
    If they have the octopus salad, get it! Also love the chicken chicharrones and their sandwiches up front. Read more
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RavenelJanuary 25, 2015
    Cuban sandwich is awesome. Great hole in the wall spot.
  • Eric C.heart icon on user image
    Eric CFebruary 18, 2013
    Cuban sandwich is the best and they gave me free chicharrones?! this place is awesome!
  • Erik H.heart icon on user image
    Erik HaydenDecember 5, 2012
    Cuban Sandwich is the best in town. Great daily specials too. Eat Here!
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