El Fogon Latino Restaurant in Rhode Island

"So first I'd like to make it clear that the food here is really good. Could've been five stars all across the board. Except for the fact that their customer service sucks. I went in with my wife and the lady behind the counter took care of her first. She automatically assumed that we were not together and didn't even bother asking if we were together. She took my wife's order and prepped it and proceeded to cash her out. Without even asking myself if I was gonna order any food. On top of that, she also gave my wife attitude when my wife asked her to give her a certain type of meat from the pork shoulder. The employees need better training on customer service."

"It was my first time and I did not see a menu so I am not sure if one is available but it would help. I know is buffet type but still at least have the name of the meats, etc. Overall it was good food, quantities are very generous."

"So honestly, the food is good. It’s my second time trying it by recommendation and it has been well. However, there’s this same lady that has been the one assisting me these both times that Literally provides the worst service that i can see. I understand if it was once (like probably she’s having a bad and stressful day - here giving the benefit of the doubt) but this time was for breakfast and same attitude. You guys need to think about the reflection that the service people give to your business and see if it’s worth to have."

"So I don't usually give 5 stars across the board. However, when I walked in I knew this place was special. I saw everything I like to eat from home. (Latin cooking) What made it real was it all tasted great. At first I thought it was all in my head but then a each person came in they left with a smile on their face like they picked up leftovers from grandma's house. (Grandma is an excellent cook) between the good food, good music, and the ladies speaking in Spanish behind the counter I thought I was home for a minute. All of this in Providence RI. Who knew? If you made it this far please go get them out yourself. I posted some pictures and a video for your viewing pleasure."

"12/24/25—In my quest to have at least one traditional Hispanic Christmas dinner, I was advised to buy some food here. I was very specific in my mission: pernil and rice and beans. I also made an executive decision—not to get invited to anyone’s party on the 24th or the 25th. After traveling the world, I am officially tired. I don’t want noise, drama, or small talk. I want peace, quiet, and home-cooked food without the hassle. So I drove to El Fogón. And guess what? They already had exactly what I needed. I ordered pernil and rice and beans—though I think they call it moro (I’m not 100% sure, but it was rice with beans and that’s what matters). On the 25th, I will proudly assemble my make-believe but heartfelt traditional Hispanic Christmas plate. The only thing missing was ham, which would have been excellent, but no worries—I bought three pieces of steak ham to make something tomorrow. Creativity will prevail. Let’s be honest: no Hispanic restaurant ever has a full traditional Christmas menu like some Italian Americans do for Thanksgiving . Anywho I digress , I was helped quickly, everything came to $21.16—which immediately made me think of Revelation 21:16: “The city was laid out like a square, as long as it was wide.” And honestly, Broad Street felt just like that—wide open, laid out perfectly, and ready to welcome me straight into El Fogón with my pernil mission. Order complete, prophecy fulfilled, Christmas dinner secured. well more like lunch because I don’t tend to eat dinner !!!"

"They do a good job and they take everything siries."

"This is a very authentic place , perfil rice tostones and salad , the owner Alberto is a larger than life jolly owner , he truly appreciates your business , the counter staff has been there for ages highly recommend this place , much better than la Grand Parada up the street , get a Fogo tall ice cold coconut water to pair It up nicely . They also have a quaint bar inside . Sape Mameluko , Saque now . Ya Tu sabe con el sabor criollo no se juega , mil respeto - El Tiraflecha ( en las redes Albert Dominguez"

"Price is a little on the high side fpr spanish food takeout, and if dining in there's no waitress. You have to order and take your own food to the table lol. Food is not bad, but I tried a specialty plate (Mofongo) and wasn't good. Other than the things i mentioned, if your going for regular rice beans meat, you will be satisfied."