Macondo Colombian Kitchen - Clifton

The waitress who assisted us, a woman with dyed blonde hair, was quite arrogant and seemed spoiled; her attitude reflected that. Even when she brought our empanadas and other items to the table, her demeanor was unwelcoming. I really hope that, just as they expect tips from customers, they also ensure their staff is well-trained and service-oriented. As for the food, the sandwiches were just okay.

When I paid the bill, I didn’t realize that the tip was already included, which would have been helpful to know beforehand instead of allowing me to give an extra tip. Additionally, I was unaware that they charge a fee for credit card transactions. The staff member remained silent while I paid a hefty $75, and I wasn't even sure why it was so expensive. Furthermore, my husband mentioned that the beans tasted like they had meat or pork in them, but he didn't want to make a fuss about it. I typically don’t like to complain, but charging $75 for a meal that consisted mainly of veggies and hot dogs feels outrageous. We won’t be returning.

My husband and I used to frequent this restaurant regularly, but ever since they started adding tips to the bills and raising the prices significantly, we’ve decided not to return.

The meal was enjoyable overall, but certain parts of the food had a flavor that reminded me of something that had been sitting around for a while.

I tried this restaurant for the first time, but it didn't leave me impressed. The food arrived cold, and the chicharrón tasted like it had been sitting out all morning. The beef empanada didn’t meet my expectations for a Colombian empanada, either. Overall, my experience could have been much better if the food had been fresher.