El Nuevo Bohío

4.1 (1,924)restaurant

791 E Tremont Ave

A longtime Bronx fixture serving up classic Puerto Rican comfort food in an old-school, no-frills setting.

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This neighborhood standby draws both nostalgic regulars and disappointed visitors, resulting in deeply divided opinions on food quality. Loyalists point to the prompt service and classics like Friday's seafood soup as proof of its lasting appeal. However, others report that staples like pernil, alcapurrias, and pasteles can taste mass-produced or reheated, falling short of the spot's legacy. If you visit, expect a fast-moving, efficient operation rather than a fancy dining experience, with prices that some feel no longer match the quality.


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Closes early SundaysFriday seafood soup

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