Casual cantina serving a variety of Mexican dishes, from fajitas to pozole, plus fruity cocktails.
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Sutheera Moungyoo
This is my go-to spot I usually come here every Friday to dine in or order drink to go. I love this place so much. The drinks are so good and strong. They are worth every penny.
… moreFrank Fayer
Delicious Mexican food, better than anything in Hells Kitchen. Might be my new favorite in the city. Starting off with some free chips and salsa of very high quality, perfect really, like in the south. The shrimp Diablo are amazing and the sauce has a homemade taste, not too spicy. I ordered the chicken enchiladas which were nothing special but on par for top notch, great sauce. Both dishes came with homey rice and beans, very filling. We sat outside and enjoyed the fresh air. We did ask the waitress that brought our mains out (not that took our order) for more free chips and salsa and she said yes, but then the other server gave them to the wrong table, which was unfortunate because we wanted to use them to scoop up the accoutrements. Oh well everyone makes mistakes. It was annoying to see the other table immediately grab and start munching away on our chips though – they didn’t ask for them and knew they weren’t theirs and could’ve said something but didn’t. Our server did bring us three different kinds of hot sauces that you can see in the photos. But when they finally brought our chips and salsa we were finished with our meal. I just overhead a guy who seems like the owner offer free chips to the table next to me.
Anyway, overall strong recommend.
… moreAnyway, overall strong recommend.
Ian Sokolowski
I don’t go to restaurants more than once in this city unless there’s a reason, we’re all spoiled for choice here. But this is my comfort restaurant and I’ve gone here more than almost anywhere else in the 10 years I’ve lived here. Don’t sleep on the tortas. The chimichanga is delightful. And order the biggest margarita possible because as far as the Economy of Drinks in new york is concerned, this one is worth it’s volume in dollars.
… moreMr. Zarzosa
From Texas so might be a little bias about Mexican food but it was good/okay. Server was nice and attentive. Only first bowl, small, of salsa and chips are free?? Had a couple of burritos which were pretty good, both the veggie and chicken. Guacamole was good. Mole Enchiladas were good, but sauce was more spicy than what is usual for mole. If in area and crave Mexican food, not a bad choice.
… moreHelen Qiu
11/20/25: I have been a long time customer for many years, often find myself relaxed in the joyful music, good food, and excellent service by Valentine and others. Today, however, I had my first most horrible experience that I hardly ever had. The bashful woman Lupe was the most ignorant, arrogant, and disrespectful waitress you can ever imagine! The tamale dish was so salty that it was not eatable. I told the waitress, and she did not offer any help. Since I am a long time customer, so I don’t want to waste their food. I tried to get it to work by removing the salty sauce. However it still tasted horrible because the salty sauce was soaked inside the tamale. After a few tries with different methods to remove the sauce, I already finished the small tamale although unpleasantly. I talked to them and requested for a discount. i thought a 50% on the salty dish would be reasonable. Now, came the horrible woman Lupe. Rather than listening to customer’s complaints and my reasonable request, she accused me of trying to eat free food!!! She refused to give me any discount. When her colleague offered a $2 discount, she disagreed with them, either! How horrible and rude! So please be warned: NEVER get LUPE, a stubby and arrogant woman to be your server. She has ruined the reputation of a good place!
12/17/25 Add: I met May Eng, who is the current manager. She was not sincere. She folded her arms and did not apologize. She said she approved of a $5!discount but her staff Lupe LIED and did not give it to me. The manager May is INCOMPETENT. She is NOT able to manage her staff and they were rude to her as well. Incompetent manager results in rude and disrespectful waitresses.
There are going to be bigger problems with the restaurant moving forward, if they cannot control SALT in the food. Can they control the alcohol? And other ingredients? After talking to the manager, I have now changed food to be NO star because I believe the manager May Eng is incompetent to manage the staff, and that put FOOD service at risk if she cannot manage the waiters, waitresses, and the chefs. I cannot trust this restaurant any more. So I do not recommend anybody to visit.
… more12/17/25 Add: I met May Eng, who is the current manager. She was not sincere. She folded her arms and did not apologize. She said she approved of a $5!discount but her staff Lupe LIED and did not give it to me. The manager May is INCOMPETENT. She is NOT able to manage her staff and they were rude to her as well. Incompetent manager results in rude and disrespectful waitresses.
There are going to be bigger problems with the restaurant moving forward, if they cannot control SALT in the food. Can they control the alcohol? And other ingredients? After talking to the manager, I have now changed food to be NO star because I believe the manager May Eng is incompetent to manage the staff, and that put FOOD service at risk if she cannot manage the waiters, waitresses, and the chefs. I cannot trust this restaurant any more. So I do not recommend anybody to visit.
Michelle
I ordered one of their brunch plates. The description was something like scrambled eggs with jalapeños, peppers, onions, rice, and beans, so I didn’t have high expectations. But wow—they seasoned those eggs so well. I was genuinely surprised. It was such a great value too because it also came with some avocados, corn tortillas AND a cup of coffee (or mimosa). A 10/10 meal—I left so happy and satisfied.
… moreDavid Dave
First time with family. Enjoyed the food, drinks, and service. It’s relatively small in terms of size but cozy. They played good music. Overall, we had a good experience. Will definitely visit again.
… moreDestiny Sheftall
recently visited the only thing that was good was the drinks. The chicken quesadilla had no flavor or seasoning my beef empanada barely had any meat in it. It was just overall a bad experience.
… moreYe Aung
Good Mexican restaurant. Flavors are very bold and you will enjoy them. Our waitress was very attentive. Prices could be a bit more competitive. Although the food is tasty, I’ve had tastier. That’s why it’s only 3 stars. Definitely worth trying though
… moreKyra Szabo
Cute restaurant for a date night but food and prices aren’t great. The portion of food is really small compared to the expensive prices unfortunately. Also very cramped inside so be prepared if you come with a bigger group. Service is quick though and margaritas/ sangrias are good.
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