Buena Ventura is a family-owned restaurant that honors our rich heritage, inspired by our great grandmother Buenaventura. Throughout her remarkable 99 years, she has instilled a deep pride in our family identity and the importance of resilience as we forge ahead. Our cuisine features a delightful blend of Central American and Mexican flavors, showcasing the vibrant culinary practices passed down through generations. Known for our savory Birria Tacos, Pupusas, Carne Asadas, and so much more! We invite you to join us for a taste of family tradition that celebrates our legacy.
Dean C
Ordered the chorizo enchiladas. Took one bite and realized it was definitely Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage. It genuinely made me laugh.
That said, the service was great. The bartender was super friendly, great energy, and you can tell the locals love the place. The whole spot has a nice, welcoming vibe.
Would I come back? Not for the food but for a drink since good vibes go a long way.
… moreAna Bananas Bananis Torres
I Raye good. I tried thier smothered burrito I like extremely saucey drenched with sauce burrito if I ordered a smothered burrito as word says it’s supposed to be smothered and asked multiple times for sauce because I loved the green tangy sauce on chips they brought but I certainly wouldn’t have needed it if they had “smothered ” my burrito lol.
Meat well a tad dissatisfied it was stuffed with ton of rice it felt more like a rice burrito and I asked for chorizo and carnitas. The carnitas tad dry I wish they’d be juicier and chorizo I couldn’t find it honestly I feel possibly got lost in the rice . I enjoyed it I like rice, I also got the 3 corn cobs appetizer I got thin corns crunchy and nicely cooked. Simple mayo grated cheese and tajin and on another the Chipotle cream sauce and other regular. This they did just exactly as I expected but it be terrible to ruin this lol this was delicious and we had the sopes chicken. Pretty normal size small sopes your traditional small size. Toped nicely my friends are American and they loved it. I overall coming back price for all with tip was $92 bucks. Yes price is high here but it is expensive in New York, it us what it is. Overall I would return the customer service by our waiter Phenomenal we tiped him nicely becuase he deserved this!thank you
… moreEliana Y Encalada
Absolutely loved our visit to this Mexican restaurant! The tacos were bursting with flavor—fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Our server was incredibly attentive and made us feel right at home. And the decor? So unique and full of charm…it really added to the experience. Can’t wait to come back!
… morePaige Ellsworth
We ordered the wet burrito, sides of rice and beans, guacamole, camarones al mojo de ajo, frozen aguas, and churros. The mango aqua was delicious and very refreshing. Everything else was good overall, with large portions and well-cooked food. The camarones were flavorful and satisfying. The only downside was the churros, which were a bit overdone. Aside from that, the food quality and portion sizes made it a great experience.
… moreCorey Hoad II
Very good food. To start off server took a little while to get to us so he kindly gave us some of their very good homemade guacamole, our entrees were great and very large amount of food, the server also kindly gave us his apple tea to try free of charge. Great restaurant and we walked out spending under $50 for the both of us after tip.
… moreBrian Joyce
All good! Very rare you go to a restaurant and the food is as good as advertised. The server/bartender was very good. My wife got the Ramen Birria bowl, I got the Birria tacos, (definitely get the 4 instead of the 3) and my son got the steak torta.. All of it was excellent!
… moreMichelle Toribio
I’ll start by saying this spot is straight-up dope! The food is amazing, and Ruby always hooks me up with the best drinks.
Half the time I walk in not even knowing what I want, and I just tell him to make me something sweet, spicy, or whatever I’m in the mood for and he delivers every single time!! If you’re looking for good vibes, laughs, excellent food, and top of the line drinks, this is the place to be.
… moreBionqua Blaze
Very good food. Prices a little steep but comparable with other places in the area. Food is made to order so I would call ahead if you’re in a rush. Staff is very friendly.
… moreAjit Monteiro
Best tacos in Poughkeepsie! The owners are the sweetest most welcoming people. It feels like we were eating at someone’s home.
… moreNeysa Lozano
The best food option around and it ain’t even close; came with the family after we needed to stop in our way out of NYC – our server was so sweet and the food options were fantastic (I’m vegetarian and even I had a roledex of choices).
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