Mocha Mocha

What is Mocha Mocha? Anchoring the south side of Danforth Avenue just west of Logan, Mocha Mocha has been a beloved Riverdale fixture since 1991. Founded by husband-and-wife team Marijan and Mercedes Tripkovic, the relaxed space functions as a neighborhood café and nourishing bistro with casual wood tables, chalkboard menus, and a warm, unpretentious dining room. It remains an enduring community hub where longtime locals, young families, and casual diners settle in over hearty, home-cooked plates.

Mocha Mocha Menu & What to Order The eclectic menu blends Latin American, African, and European home-style influences with a focus on fresh, health-conscious comfort. The longtime crowd-pleaser is the deeply aromatic spicy African chicken stew served with rice and salad, closely followed by the signature warm brown rice salad tossed with black-eyed peas, black mushrooms, and ginger. Pair a fresh-pulled latte with satisfying fish tacos, cheese-stuffed enchiladas, or the stacked vegetarian club, leaving room for their rotation of fresh-baked goods.

Know Before You Go Seating operates on a strict walk-in basis, and mid-day rushes on weekends can result in brief waits during prime brunch hours. The café is conveniently situated a short walk from Chester subway station on Line 2, with Green P surface parking available just north off the Danforth. Operating hours wrap up early at 3:00 p.m. on Mondays and weekends, with full dinner service running Tuesday through Friday until 8:00 p.m.