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Alta Calidad is located in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn where Chef Akhtar Nawab is cooking innovative Mexican cuisine. The Spanish translation of “Alta Calidad” means “high quality” and it’s our goal to provide that with every dish that we serve. Our goal is to cook with pride and integrity and have a lot of fun doing it. We’re thrilled to be part of this amazing Brooklyn community and we want each of you to join us and participate in this exciting adventure!!
Tacos, Mexican small plates & shareable main dishes in an energetic setting with communal seating.
Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 552 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Phone: (718) 622-1111
Website: http://www.altacalidadbk.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: tripleseat.comresy.com
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Reviews
Paul Vassar
Mexican spot that is featured on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list.
The list features restaurants that serve good food for reasonable prices and Alta Calidad delivered.
Must Try’s:
Yuca Fries + Chipotle sauce – out of the park delicious and salty
Alta Queso Fundido – probably the best thing we had. Make sure you order this. SO GOOD.
Churros – do yourself a favor and leave some room for dessert
Solid choices:
Carne Asada Tacos – would be on my must but the price point for tacos feels a little criminal. Very good but damn almost $10 per taco is rough
Pork Shoulder Carnitas – very good but again the other plates just put this to shame
Leave it:
Drinks – not a fan. Hot chocolate came out tepid and the mixed drink was just okay. Next time I’ll stick to water or coke
Verdict – solid choice for Mexican, would recommend, not in a rush to come back NYC just has too many other places to try
… moreThe list features restaurants that serve good food for reasonable prices and Alta Calidad delivered.
Must Try’s:
Yuca Fries + Chipotle sauce – out of the park delicious and salty
Alta Queso Fundido – probably the best thing we had. Make sure you order this. SO GOOD.
Churros – do yourself a favor and leave some room for dessert
Solid choices:
Carne Asada Tacos – would be on my must but the price point for tacos feels a little criminal. Very good but damn almost $10 per taco is rough
Pork Shoulder Carnitas – very good but again the other plates just put this to shame
Leave it:
Drinks – not a fan. Hot chocolate came out tepid and the mixed drink was just okay. Next time I’ll stick to water or coke
Verdict – solid choice for Mexican, would recommend, not in a rush to come back NYC just has too many other places to try
fabian doris
I visited Alta Calidad while on the hunt for a Mexican spot during NY Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. I ordered the Snapper Tostaditas, Carne Asada, and Churros. My favorite of the bunch was the Carne Asada. I would order that again if I returned. The service was great. The waitress answered any questions we had and the drinks came out fast. This was great value for a price of $45 (because it was during restaurant week). The ambiance was great, with natural lighting and good music. I would recommend this place to someone looking for slightly upscale Mexican food.
… moreElijah B.
We had a really good meal at this Mexican restaurant. We ordered chicken tacos, shrimp tacos, and a margarita, and everything was fresh and full of flavor. The sauce on the tacos was absolutely delicious, adding the perfect touch to each bite.
The presentation was neat, and the restaurant itself was clean and well-organized. The atmosphere was pleasant, and we especially enjoyed the music playing in the background, which added to the experience.
If you’re looking for tasty food, a nice ambiance, and good music, this place is definitely worth a visit.
… moreThe presentation was neat, and the restaurant itself was clean and well-organized. The atmosphere was pleasant, and we especially enjoyed the music playing in the background, which added to the experience.
If you’re looking for tasty food, a nice ambiance, and good music, this place is definitely worth a visit.
Lili
Taste-wise, the food was delicious, and the drinks were very good. The service was amazing, and I really like the location of this place.
However, the portion sizes were quite small. If you’re coming here just to have a drink and a light bite, it’s perfect. But if you’re arriving hungry and expecting a full meal, even two plates might not be enough to fill you up.
… moreHowever, the portion sizes were quite small. If you’re coming here just to have a drink and a light bite, it’s perfect. But if you’re arriving hungry and expecting a full meal, even two plates might not be enough to fill you up.
Lauren CC
Would highly recommend. Excellent food and service. They accommodated a kid request to simplify the tacos and a vegetarian request to make the queso meat-free. Margaritas were good. Tacos and short rib entree were great as was the rice and beans side. Portion sizes were perfect. Tres Leche dessert was delicious. The music wasn’t too loud, so were were able to easily carry on a conversation. My only observation was that the music genre didn’t really match the restaurant but that was hardly an issue. 5 stars!
… moreLexi Hay
I had a fabulous pre Birthday brunch at Alta Calidad. The day was perfect sunny day, outside dinning while people watching. Servers were very knowledgeable and great recommendations based on our dietary needs. My chicken tacos were yummm, I had an organic white wine – absolutely delicious. Highly recommend
… moreMatt Brown
Lovely spot for weekend brunch!
Showed up around when they opened at 11am without a reservation and sat outside right away. A reservation in general would probably be recommended though.
The chilaquiles have such depth of flavor with the two salsas, and the huevos rancheros were also pretty flavorful (though we preferred the chilaquiles if we had to pick). Solid portion sizes, left very full.
We also split a ginger mocktail that was quite refreshing. Forget the name but recommend.
Cool spot. Will be back to try their tacos.
… moreShowed up around when they opened at 11am without a reservation and sat outside right away. A reservation in general would probably be recommended though.
The chilaquiles have such depth of flavor with the two salsas, and the huevos rancheros were also pretty flavorful (though we preferred the chilaquiles if we had to pick). Solid portion sizes, left very full.
We also split a ginger mocktail that was quite refreshing. Forget the name but recommend.
Cool spot. Will be back to try their tacos.
Maggie
An absolute hit every single time I dine here! The food is so good and the service is somehow even better. High recommended the tres leches cake for dessert!!
… moreRene Bleasdille
There is a lot of great food here. The guacamole was delicious. I really enjoyed the brussel sprouts and my chicken tacos. Also its been a while since I’ve been to a mexican spot that actually salted their rice and beans. My partner thought their tempura tacos were a bit burnt. Honestly the food was good but the price didnt match. Like 2 tacos being $18 is kind of absurd. It was just a little too expensive. But i do think it is worth going back. Their cocktails were good as well.
… moreOscar Acero
⭐⭐⭐ 3/5 – Decent flavor, but tiny portions and overpriced
I ordered one serving (which only comes with two very small tacos). The menu listed them at $19, but I was charged $20 (slight discrepancy typo or last minute adjustment? ). The meat was a bit tough and charred, nothing exceptional for the price. That said, the restaurant itself is stylish and clean (your typical Instagram-worthy spot).
Note: The guacamole shown in photos is a $5 side (only the lime is free, lol).
Bottom line: If you’re actually hungry, you’ll need two orders ($40), which feels excessive for tacos that don’t stand out. As someone familiar with authentic Latin flavors, I’ve had far better at lower prices. This might impress tourists, but it didn’t win me over.
… moreI ordered one serving (which only comes with two very small tacos). The menu listed them at $19, but I was charged $20 (slight discrepancy typo or last minute adjustment? ). The meat was a bit tough and charred, nothing exceptional for the price. That said, the restaurant itself is stylish and clean (your typical Instagram-worthy spot).
Note: The guacamole shown in photos is a $5 side (only the lime is free, lol).
Bottom line: If you’re actually hungry, you’ll need two orders ($40), which feels excessive for tacos that don’t stand out. As someone familiar with authentic Latin flavors, I’ve had far better at lower prices. This might impress tourists, but it didn’t win me over.