Welcome to Mister Cangrejo Restaurant
Embark on a culinary journey at Mister Cangrejo Restaurant, a Colombian gem in Jackson Heights, NY. This seafood-centric eatery surprises diners with Pacific coast-style delicacies, ditching the traditional turf for a surf-filled menu. Dive into fresh, flavorful dishes like the whole fried snapper with coconut rice or the mouthwatering Muellos De Cangrejo. The attentive staff ensures a delightful experience, while the elegant ambiance sets the stage for a memorable meal. Despite minor setbacks like language barriers or occasional menu changes, Mister Cangrejo remains a top choice for those craving authentic Colombian cuisine with a seafood twist.
- 79-07 Roosevelt Ave Jackson Heights, NY 11372 Hotline: (347) 832-0539
Mister Cangrejo Restaurant, located in Jackson Heights, NY, is a hidden gem serving authentic Colombian cuisine with a focus on seafood dishes. This classy restaurant offers a variety of options for diners, including outdoor seating, takeout, delivery, and reservations. Known for their fresh and flavorful dishes, Mister Cangrejo Restaurant has received rave reviews from customers.
One standout dish is the pescados fritos, a whole fried fish served with coconut rice and fried green plantains. The seafood cazuela de mariscos is another popular choice, a hearty stew filled with a variety of seafood. Customers have also praised the mini bandeja paisa, a traditional Colombian dish with a mix of meats, beans, rice, and plantains.
The attentive and friendly staff, along with the cozy ambiance, make dining at Mister Cangrejo Restaurant a truly enjoyable experience. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to try something new, this restaurant is a must-visit for those craving authentic Colombian flavors.

5 estrellas porque realmente recomiendo este lugar, la comida es muy deliciosa, te sirven bien y las entrañas son mi parte favorita, también decoran el lugar y tienen televisión, si quieres un canal para ver en la televisión, te lo ponen porque te tratan muy bien aquí si recomiendo este lugar.

This place was recommended to my mom by her Uber driver. We drove all the way from forest hills to try this place. The Uber driver recommended the Ox tail, he said it's really good... when we ordered it they said they don't have ox tail... whomp whomp. We tried the sizzling steak it was good and very tender. My mom had the fried whole fish and it was also good and we had the picas which was huge for a "small" serving. The waitress struggled to speak to us in English but thank goodness non of the orders were wrong and she tried. The ambiance is bar but it's ok as a dine in restaurant. I think it's clean enough but it was a hit dark to really tell. I'd give it 4 stars but not sure if I'd recommend it. Food is good but there are places near me just as good.

Great food and service, food came out quick and portions ratio vs price is fair. If you are looking for Colombian seafood I would definitely recommend to try this place. We ordered the whole fried snapper with coconut rice, and the cazuela de mariscos, both came with side of salad and fried green plantains (tostones). Everything was great except for the coconut rice that didn't have the taste or texture I was expecting (sweeter, stickier, softer) however it was good.

The food are really fresh the beers was very cold and the workers are very grateful...I'll be back soon

A different type of Colombian restaurant - more surf than turf. This gem specializes in pacific coast style Colombian food so heavy on seafood dishes, stews and soups. Most Colombian restaurants in the area serve northern/inland style dishes like grilled steak, roasted chicken and fried pork skin. Waitstaff is super friendly and attentive and there are additional tables in the back. The regional differences are interesting like unsweetened fruit juices and agua panela with lemon. There is another location on northern boulevard that I will be visiting soon.

Ate here today for dinner with my new acquaintances from college that I never met and started to get to know each other. We all got different dishes to eat separately. I had ordered and got the mini baneja paisa and it tasted super good and delicious! My new friends also got theirs and they seemed to enjoyed it as well. The service there was also really good and attentive. Finally, I definitely would eat and come back again! :)

Came here on a cold Sat. Evening was hungry for Colombian food. A lot of choices but for some reason this place caught my attention. The music, service, food, and drinks were on point and amazing. Place was not busy. Some birthdays were being celebrated and you could tell they were having a good time. The staff was very attentive. Food was phenomenal. I had "salmon a la maracuya" w a "maracuya mojito" Great pairing.

I ordered Muellos De Cangrejo! Freaking delicious! Service is great and everyone is polite. The only thing I wasn't too happy to hear was the credit card policy they have, where they charge 3.9% for every $10 on your bill. Other than that, food is delicious and service is great!