(THE) MOFONGO KING

Watch the trajectory here. (THE) MOFONGO KING grades a C at 76/100 today, yet its recent DBPR record has been moving the wrong way.

Its most recent inspection on February 23, 2026 cited 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 7 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 7% of St. Lucie County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.3 from 1,747 reviews.

Trend: declining · C (76/100)

Get directions Call (772) 777-4080

Restaurant details

Health grade
C (76/100)
Violations
11 total — 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 7 basic
Address
295 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Puerto Rican restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.3 stars (1747 reviews)
Seats
50
Phone
(772) 777-4080
Website
Official website
Photo of (THE) MOFONGO KING
Photo: The Mofongo King

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 1,747 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Whatever the overall score says, the last stretch of reviews is the weaker one. Where the staff comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.0, so it reads as a strength.

15 of 21 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 6 are two or lower. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 12 of 21.

On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a C (76/100) with 1 high-priority, 3 intermediate, and 7 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. That result dates from February 23, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. Ranked against St. Lucie County, it is safer than 7% of the restaurants we score. What the inspector actually wrote up: in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored.

Neither signal is decisive on its own here, which is why both are shown. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 21 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    okay so i finally tried Mofongo King and i honestly don't know why i waited so long 😭 the mofongo was SO good, perfectly seasoned, soft, not dry at all, and the carne frita on top was bussin. the vibe inside is super chill and welcoming, bachata playing in the background, staff was super friendly too. portion sizes are huge btw, i literally had leftovers for the next day lol. if you haven't been yet you're missing out from 🇵🇷

  • June 26, 2026

    Verdaderamente exquisito un mofongo único y el churrasco ni se diga espectacular todo divino fui a comer por mi 26 aniversario de casada mi única decepción fue que no tenían Heineken ahh pero bebimos Presidente las meseras muy atentas excelente servicio lo recomiendo y el postre divinoo!!!

  • June 25, 2026

    Don't believe the hype. My husband and I was so excited to visit. Great food presentation with no flavor let alone Puerto Rican flavor. The alcapurrias tasted like they've been fried more than once, no masa, real thin hard skin that didn't even taste like it had, plátano, guineo, malanga or calabaza. The inside meat, flavorless. Probably why they give you sauce to dip it in. No real Puerto Rican eats alcapurrias with sauces. The mofongo had this weird taste to it, like if it had mayo in it, the chicken and pork chicharrones fried with no flavor. I can truly say the best thing on my plate was the one slice of tomato and few spring mix, oh and the diet coke to was the nasty taste that was left in our mouths.

  • June 24, 2026

    Muy rico todo las meseras muy amables.

  • June 23, 2026

    Todo super bien. Gracias

  • June 23, 2026

    Walked in no service walked out won’t be going back. I’m glad I didint eat here I heard they aren’t Puerto Rican they are Samoans that’s why the food dosent taste right. My friend got mofungo and it was like mashed puree .she asked me to leave a review on behalf of her experience with the food.she did say they usto be good back in the day…..

  • June 22, 2026

    Aguante un hambre grandísima para comer este decepcionante Mofongo. Si usted sabe lo que un mofongo de verdad, no volveria a pedir esto. Mas le recomiendo que compre un platano de un cost menor a $1. Y lo sancoche lo maja con un poco de ajo y ya lo tienes, muy fácil y económico. Me costo $25.

  • June 22, 2026

    I asked for take out. Mofongo and garlic shrimp. It was horrible. The mofongo was more like Mangu a purée (mash potatoes like). They also mixed it with a ripe yellow platain so it tasted sweet not what mofongo is meant to taste. It was horrible.The shrimp was worst, almost uncooked. When I had it home I had to finish cooking the shrimp. It’s a simple dish, not likely to get it wrong but they did. I don’t recommend it and would advise anyone from eating there. Pricey too. I paid $25.68 for a dish I didn’t like.

  • June 21, 2026

    Vine desde Orlando a comer en este restaurante y la experiencia fue muy decepcionante. Desde que llegas, exigen demasiado a los clientes para luego brindar un servicio de tan mala calidad. La comida fue entregada con el chicharrón de pollo crudo y con sangre. Lo peor es que no fue un solo plato, sino dos platos que pedimos en familia, y ambos estaban en malas condiciones. Además, el servicio fue muy deficiente. Después de hacer el viaje hasta aquí, esperaba mucho más. No recomiendo este lugar.

  • June 21, 2026

    Chicharron de pollo mofongo was great! Tasty, juicy, and fried to perfection. The food here is delicious.

  • June 18, 2026

    Food is made with love

  • June 18, 2026

    I had the best mofongo, didn't know what to expect but Im glad I went.

  • June 15, 2026

    Food was good,there was about 4 servers but service was slow,front door mats need atencion and there was multiple flies in dinning room area.

  • June 13, 2026

    One the greatest food I’ve had in a while. Went down to Miami from Jersey and visited them and I’ll come back for sure.

  • June 13, 2026

    Moving is very good.

  • June 12, 2026

    Very disappointing.

  • June 10, 2026

    Recomendado💯%Mofongo relleno de pechuga al ajillo, chicharrones de pollo, pastelillos de carne, sabor boricua😋Espectacular🥰

  • June 7, 2026

    Title: Absolutely incredible churrasco mofongo de maduro! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you come to Mofongo King, you have to try the churrasco mofongo de maduro. Replacing the traditional green plantains with sweet maduros gives it this unbelievable sweet and savory flavor profile that completely elevates the dish. The mofongo itself was perfectly textured not dry at all and the churrasco was incredibly tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection. The portions are generous, the food comes out fresh and hot, and the service is always welcoming. This spot definitely lives up to its name. Total hit, 10/10 recommended!

  • June 7, 2026

    Absolutely delicious! Recommend it..

  • June 6, 2026

    Food and service was great. Evento ugh we got there 30 mins before closing they still took care of us like if we were the first ones there.

  • June 4, 2026

    Es un lugar para pasarla bien y disfrutar de la comida ,un lugar donde los latinos nos sentiríamos como en casa por su ambiente ,música y local.

Overall Score

39 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 20/40
    Grade C
  • Dietary transparency 0/20
    None listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 7 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 23, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
  2. August 18, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to (THE) MOFONGO KING, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • PUEBLO VIEJO

    4.2★ nearby

  • ANTHONY'S PIZZA

    4.1★ 0.1 mi away

  • DUNKIN DONUTS

    3.5★ 0.2 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 23, 2026