Fonda - Brooklyn

Name: Fonda - Brooklyn
Address: 434 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY, United States, 11215
Telephone: (718) 369-3144
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

944 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

Top Tags:

Contemporary, authentic Mexican cuisine in a relaxing, fun atmosphere.
Incredible margaritas and "best of its kind" Mexican Home Cooking.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 8, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(718) 369-3144

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 369-3144
Website
http://www.fondarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Roberto Santibanez
Catering
Please call for catering information.
Private party facilities
Fonda offers an array of delicious menus served in our comfortable, festive ambiance with stellar service from start to finish. Also, we can bring the party to you; ask us about off-premise catering options.
Private party contact
Sharon Isaacs: (917) 453-6402

Location
434 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215
Neighborhood
Park Slope
Cross street
between 14th and 15th streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
F or G trains to 7th Ave. Station (Brooklyn)
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Guacamole
Guacamole made to order, served with hand pressed tortillas, chips and pasilla de Oaxaca salsa
- Serves Two$14.00
Flautas de Pollo$10.95
Two crispy tortillas filled with shredded chicken, topped with salsa verde, pasilla de Oaxaca salsa, queso fresco and crema
Sopa de Tortilla$8.95
Roasted tomato pasilla chicken broth, grilled chicken, Chihuahua cheese, avocado and crema
Sopa del Dia$8.95
Please look at the special's list
Frijolitos con Queso$8.95
A new Fonda classic: soupy black beans, queso fresco, avocado, salsa verde, crema and pickled radishes
Queso Fundido con Chorizo$13.95
Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheeses baked with chorizo, served with soft corn tortillas and fresh tomatillo serrano salsa (substitute chorizo with sautéed mushrooms)
Zarape de Pato$12.95
Soft corn tortillas filled with braised duck with roasted tomato-habanero cream sauce
Huarache con Hongos$12.95
Oval organic masa "boat" black bean spread, sautéed mushrooms, salsa verde, salsa chipotle, queso fresco and crema
Croquetas de Jaiba$12.95
Lump crab croquettes served with three sauces, avocado serrano, pickled jalapeno mayo, and habanero roasted tomato
Taco de Pescado$10.95
Northern style crispy fish taco, corn tortilla, cabbage, smoky salsa and avocado salsa. Also available with grilled fish
- Available as Entrée$21.95
Cocktail de Camaron$13.95
Jumbo shrimp, avocado, red onions, cucumber, apples, cilantro tossed in a spicy cocktail sauce, served with chips
Tostadas de Carne$11.95
Crispy tortillas with black beans, topped with habanero spiked shredded beef, romaine lettuce, cured red onions, radishes and cream

Taquitos

Three soft corn tortillas filled with your choice of:

Filete$11.95
Beef tenderloin, bacon, poblano peppers, onions, Chihuahua cheese, cilantro and spicy habanero sauce
Carne Asada$9.95
Grilled marinated skirt steak with onions, cilantro and chile de arbol salsa
Pollo$9.95
Pulled crispy guajillo chicken with onions, cilantro and salsa verde
Al Pastor$9.95
Chopped marinated pork with pineapple, onions, cilantro and avocado tomatillo sauce

Ensaladas

All salads available with: Grilled chicken, add $7; Grilled skirt steak, add $11; Grilled jumbo shrimp, add $12

Ensalada de Sandia$9.95
Diced watermelon, cucumbers, queso fresco and chives with a lime juice-olive oil dressing
Ensalada de Aguacate y Zanahorias$10.95
Avocados, roasted carrots, toasted pecans, soft goat cheese, sprouts and bibb lettuce drizzled with a lime mustard vinaigrette
Ensalada Fonda$9.95
Arugula, radishes. red onions, and green apple tossed with a lemon, olive oil vinaigrette

Entrees

Enchiladas Suizas$22.95
Pulled chicken filled tortillas, creamy tomatillo sauce, baked with Chihuahua and Oaxaca cheeses
Enchiladas de Mole Negro Oaxaqueño$23.95
Soft corn tortillas filled with braised chicken topped with a stone ground Oaxacan black mole, chopped onions, cream, queso fresco, cilantro and sesame seeds
Enchiladas Vegetarianas$21.95
Soft corn tortillas filled with carrots, zucchini, corn kernels, pickled jalapenos and Chihuahua cheese; topped with your choice of tomatillo serrano sauce or roasted tomato habanero sauce, crema, queso fresco and cilantro
Carnitas de Fonda$24.95
Cast iron skillet braised pork shoulder, salsa verde, pickled poblano peppers, charro beans and tortillas to build your own tacos
Carne Asada con Hongos*$27.95
Grilled skirt steak with sweet corn mushroom sauce, served with green bean escabeche
Costilla a la Mestiza$26.95
Slowed braised short ribs served with chile Meco-Tomatillo sauce, sliced poblano peppers
Pollo Norteño$23.95
Boneless guajillo marinated chicken tossed with melted Chihuahua cheese. Served in a skillet topped with chiles serranos "toreados" and cured red onions, with warm hand pressed tortillas
Salmon en Pepita$26.95
Pumpkin seed crusted Atlantic salmon fillet over sweet potato mash, pineapple salsa verde topped with watercress relish
Huachinango al Sarten$26.95
Seared guajillo marinated red snapper filet over diced avocados, heirloom tomatoes and red onions, lightly dressed with lime and olive oil and topped with a tomatillo relish
Camarones Mosquito$27.95
Pan seared jumbo shrimp simmered in a creamy lime-jalapeno sauce over spinach green rice (Not available for Brunch)
Callos y Camarones$26.95
Pan seared diver sea scallops and jumbo shrimp served with avocado serrano salsa topped with apples and red onion
Chile Relleno de Verduras$21.95
Roasted poblano peppers filled with sautéed spinach and raisins, served with tomato guajillo sauce, cotija cheese, pickled onions and Mexican crema

Sides

Nopalitos$8.50
Sliced prickly pear cactus pads, teardrop tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, crispy pasilla peppers, olive oil and lime juice
Esquites$8.50
Roasted corn kernels, tossed with mayo, cotija cheese, lime juice and chile powder
Espinaca con Hongos$8.50
Sautéed spinach and mixed mushrooms
Plátanos Fritos$8.50
Sweet plantains with cream and queso fresco

What 944 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York / Tri-State Area
Mexican

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RIG1
New York Area
72 reviews
vip
3.0
72 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food3service3ambience4
Didn't think the food was that good. Wouldn't go back.
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LauraG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
Complementary guac and chips was so good! I miss when restaurants give you a little something at the beginning
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jbirdny
Milwaukee
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
This visit was not one of our best. It took us a long time to be served. And we ordered as soon as we could. Drinks 20 minutes meal one hour plus. Sad for our favorite local restaurant.
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RosieI
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food5service4ambience2
I was super excited to try Fonda but the experience was very so-so. First, I acknowledge we went on Mother's Day so they were very busy. We got there at our reservation time and checked in, the host said it'd be a 10 min wait. After 30 mins I went back up to the host stand and he had forgotten about us. Once we were seated, we were told the kitchen was backed up. It took over an hour for our food to arrive after we had ordered... they did give us complimentary rice and beans but the whole operation was really a mess. It's pretty expensive for the operations to be so poor. The food was delicious, but I would not recommend to a friend on a weekend night, holiday, or someone that has any kind of problem waiting.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
always enjoy the food at fonda. and the waiter orlando is so great
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LeonardoR
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, excellent services, cramped tables, not the best choice if you were looking for a place to have a quite conversation.
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Happy
New York Area
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience3
Quality of food offerings and wait staff was better than expected
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SDooderd
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
We had a great time and the food is always delicious!
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StanandOllie
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and great drinks. The rosalitas were wonderful.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, good service, loved the hibiscus drink.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and tremendous food! We will definitely be coming back!
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EmilyE
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was great. The seating in the dining shed out front was okay, and service may have been slightly slower because we were one of only two groups out front. But everyone was friendly, and the food was delicious.
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JerryJ
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and better service. A Brooklyn A+. All around a great experience.
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Doc2183
New York Area
67 reviews
vip
3.0
67 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience1
The food was very good. the atmosphere as very small and it was very loud! I don't think I would go back to that one.. I would like to try the one in Chelsea...
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chrisc
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience2
Due to having an infant at our table and there was not being enough room inside, we had to move outside-- more our fault than theirs. No matter, we were told it would be warm. But there was a gap in the plexiglass of the outside enclosure that just let in the super cold air. Those of us sitting next to the plexiglass were freezing and it quickly made our food cold. Close that gap in the plexiglass and it would've been toasty. Fonda is too expensive to let an oversight like this pass.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great vibes!
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Andynyc646
New York Area
48 reviews
vip
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Always a great vibe. Good food and drink. Can’t go wrong.
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NaliniT
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great, service, food and drinks. Just wish we were able to get the brunch special despite two of my guest not wanting to participate in the brunch special.
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scottda2
New York Area
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Food, as always, was awesome. I have never had a bad meal here. Unfortunately, the space is often just too crowded. And I don't mean too many people, I mean you are literally sitting on top of the table next to you. They have least one too many tables in here. It was so uncomfortable it really took away from a special dinner. I was pretty disappointed in the experience.
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AmyG
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
As good as Mexico!! Our all time fav neighborhood go-to.
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food Decent prices
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AmitD
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Loved the guacamole and margarita. Also their brunch menu is great.
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David
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Overpacked and overpriced for the quality. Took us 20 minutes to get our reserved seats, which were at a table crammed into a corner in the backyard behind a 10+ birthday party so the server could barely get to us. Music was so loud inside, but no music at all outside so you could hear every single other conversation in the backyard, which was worsened by the fact everyone is sitting on top of each other. Food took nearly an hour to arrive, seemed like the kitchen was having a little trouble keeping up with the aforementioned overpacked crowd. Spicy guacamole and soft tortillas were really good to start, the mole for the chicken enchiladas was a delicious flavor, only knock on the food is the carnitas were slightly dry and chewy. Carnitas should have every bite bursting with moist, juicy, porky, tender flavor melting in your mouth. Still good, but disappointing for a $25 dish when I can get similar carnitas at a taco truck. Lastly, we ordered a reposado mezcal and the drink brought out was 100% blanco as in completely clear liquid and did not taste barrel-aged. When I brought this up to the server we were told we were wrong and ended up paying for the pricier reposado. Only when my girlfriend brought this up again to the waiter on our way out was he kind enough to offer us free shots of the reposado, which this time clearly looked and tasted barrel aged. Silly to write this all out, but it was a weird ordeal and overall not my favorite dining experience.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Good is delicious as always. Place is always crowded so it’s hard to have a quite conversation or grab the waiters attention.
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MicheleC
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always have a great experience at this restaurant.
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MegC
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Their Rosalita Margarita is my favorite, delicious guac and fundido, and wonderful service. One of my favorite restaurants in South Slope.
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SusanB
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Mexican food and margaritas. Always a great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great Xmas Eve celebration with the usual wonderful food and service !
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Small cozy place with nice ambiance, food is delicious, beautiful elevated comfort food. The bar is fun, good energy and great service. Love.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful. Have dined many times and one of my favorite restaurants. Person helping was amazing came and checked if we needed anything many times. Loved her and wish I could remember the lovely server’s name to give a shout-out. 💕💕
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970JTMA
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious and truly quality homemade food. Terrific service.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
1 waiter for entire restaurant. Have to catch for everything . Bad date location
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OlenaO
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s a lovely fall evening and Fonda always feels special - the way you’re being taken care of from the moment you enter it to the moment the food is served. Please have some guac with chicharrones - it is crackling when you put some guac on it and add that magic smoky sauce, guava juice and tacos - you will leave full and happy!
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OliviaW
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as ever. Always love it here. Food, drinks and service are all super consistent.
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KunjalT
Hertfordshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent outdoor space for a group & delicious food
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MariaR
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks. Service was good and food came out quickly.
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OpenTable Diner
London
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Second time going with my wife. Nice place
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food. Loved the taquitos! Definitely recommend, we will be going back again.
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Ricki
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience5
The host and hostess were rude for no reason and it was uncomfortable.
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noai7
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love coming to Fonda (especially this location)! It’s so consistent and wonderfully delicious.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Fonda - Brooklyn using the Order Online button. Fonda - Brooklyn also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Fonda - Brooklyn also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 369-3144.

Fonda - Brooklyn is rated 4.7 stars by 944 OpenTable diners.

Fonda - Brooklyn does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 8, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(718) 369-3144

Other options

Order online

434 7th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
between 14th and 15th streets
Neighborhood
Park Slope
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
F or G trains to 7th Ave. Station (Brooklyn)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Roberto Santibanez
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fondarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(718) 369-3144
Catering
Please call for catering information.
Private party facilities
Fonda offers an array of delicious menus served in our comfortable, festive ambiance with stellar service from start to finish. Also, we can bring the party to you; ask us about off-premise catering options.
Private party contact
Sharon Isaacs: (917) 453-6402

Gift card

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Fonda - Brooklyn

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Sopa de Tacos

Enchiladas Suizas

Carnitas de Fonda

Main

Guacamole

Flautas de Pollo$10.95

Sopa de Tortilla$8.95

Sopa del Dia$8.95

Frijolitos con Queso$8.95

Queso Fundido con Chorizo$13.95

Zarape de Pato$12.95

Huarache con Hongos$12.95

Croquetas de Jaiba$12.95

Taco de Pescado$10.95

Cocktail de Camaron$13.95

Tostadas de Carne$11.95

Taquitos

Filete$11.95

Carne Asada$9.95

Pollo$9.95

Al Pastor$9.95

Ensaladas

Ensalada de Sandia$9.95

Ensalada de Aguacate y Zanahorias$10.95

Ensalada Fonda$9.95

Entrees

Enchiladas Suizas$22.95

Enchiladas de Mole Negro Oaxaqueño$23.95

Enchiladas Vegetarianas$21.95

Carnitas de Fonda$24.95

Carne Asada con Hongos*$27.95

Costilla a la Mestiza$26.95

Pollo Norteño$23.95

Salmon en Pepita$26.95

Huachinango al Sarten$26.95

Camarones Mosquito$27.95

Callos y Camarones$26.95

Chile Relleno de Verduras$21.95

Sides

Nopalitos$8.50

Esquites$8.50

Espinaca con Hongos$8.50

Plátanos Fritos$8.50

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

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FAQs

Does Fonda - Brooklyn offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Fonda - Brooklyn restaurant rated?

Does Fonda - Brooklyn offer gift cards?

Is Fonda - Brooklyn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

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