Great food... if you ever get a table. The quality of food and drink service is only hindered by the strange call ahead system they use, leaving folks standing around during the summer days waiting for tables when a reservation system would alleviate the problem. Getting back to the food - great variety of tacos and Mexican street food with drinks that are to die for. Their iced teas are wonderfully flavorful and unique, bringing just the right touch to an already solid menu. Initially, the lack of reservations and infinite waiting had me deliver a two-star rating but, in all fairness, no restaurant should be slammed for a poorly designed front end. Here's hoping that management is paying attention and that folks love the food but dislike the waiting process. Bar Taco is worth a trip if you are in the area - reasonably priced food located on a great waterfront property with a lovely outdoor seating area. read more

I don't know why it's taken me so long to leave a review despite coming here since college (10 years ago). Food hits EVERY time. Vibes, check. Service is a little slow, but not a big deal especially if you're with friends and sipping on margaritas and mojitos. I will say parking is a nightmare lol. The lot fills up so fast. But I'll wait for a spot if it means being able to dine here. read more

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I walked into Bar Taco thinking I was about to have a cute lil taco night... instead I walked into a crime scene with guac. The place was so dirty I thought they were filming an episode of "Kitchen Nightmares." Sticky tables, crumbs everywhere -- I half expected a raccoon to pop out and take my order. The service? Nonexistent. My server moved like their soul left their body three shifts ago. I asked for water, and by the time it came, I was emotionally dehydrated. The tacos tasted like sadness wrapped in a tortilla. Cold, bland, and somehow still greasy. I wouldn't feed that to a Sims character. Bar Taco needs an exorcism, not customers. 10/10 do NOT recommend unless you enjoy disappointment and questionable hygiene. read more

Another great lunch here. Started off with a margarita, of course. Always freshly squeezed and perfect. I had to have the chopped salad which I crave. Ordered fish taco, duck taco, pork Carnitas and the tuna. The tacos were all juicy and delicious. Our waitress was a doll and very efficient. We will be back soon. read more

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Great food and drink, excellent waterfront location and service always a go to for me

I love coming to bartaco! There's a huge parking lot that is ALWAYS FULL. Get on the wait list via the app before you come because it's always busy! This lessens the wait. We love to sit outside. So cozy and great vibes but it can get loud. We always order through the QR code so you can pay for your food right then and there and you don't have to wait for someone to come take your order. Their guacamole is amazing. The tortillas amazing. I love all of their tacos, especially the pork belly and the ahi tuna, and I can't wait for the lobster to be back, because the lobster taco is awesome! I also had coconut ice cream in a cone and it was the best. I've tried their churros and their key lime pie, as well as the cucumbers and plantains. All super awesome! read more

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Bartaco in Port Chester, NY. It's#bartacoMargaritaMarch at Bartaco and there's no better place to have marg than at Bartaco! Truly one of my favorite places ever, Bartaco has vacation vibes all year round. The margaritas this month are all built around Libélula tequila--their custom blend that's smooth, balanced, and made for sipping. The tacos, guac and bowls always hit the spot and I can't wait to go back! Dos piñas margarita: Libélula Joven Tequila + Dos Hombres Mezcal + Pineapple + Lime. Watermelon mint margarita: Libélula Joven Tequila + Watermelon Combier + Mint + Lemon. Guacamole and Chips: hand-mashed avocado, lime juice, serrano chiles, onions, and cilantro. Kale Chips: ancho chile seasoned and roasted kale chips w/ vietnamese inspired dipping sauce Esquites: sweet corn kernels tossed with cotija cheese in a creamy and tangy mayo sauce and topped with cayenne Sesame ribeye taco: shaved ribeye beef marinated in a sweet sesame-soy sauce, topped with spicy kimchi and cilantro Chile-lime shrimp taco: spicy and tangy chile-lime marinated shrimp resting on a crisp and bright jicama escabeche and finished with a zesty pepita salsa macha. Crispy oyster taco: shucked and fried oyster served over a remoulade sauce. Pork belly + crispy rice bowl: braised pork belly caramelized in sweet arbol chile glaze + sesame bean sprout salad + pickled red onions + crispy rice. chicken verde rice bowl: chile + herb marinated chicken + roasted corn + tortilla chips. read more

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Great tacos and the soup was delicious! Great place to dine near the waterfront Service was quick and courteous. Had a great meal/dining experience read more

Bartaco - chicken tortilla soup & kids fish taco on a Sunday lunch break - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

Great service, awesome ambiance and vibe, I loved the tacos they were very filling, good food! read more

Bartaco - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

The atmosphere is great! Service was nice, and the tres leches dessert is good too. But the cons are the tacos were a hit or miss...Hudson Taco in Newburgh does a way better job with their food than this place, so I wouldn't return for the food again. Maybe for the bar atmosphere. read more

Bartaco - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

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The place is well known and loved, specially with their different locations. I hadn't been in one in years so it was nice to meet up with friends to have dinner and catch up. The place doesn't take reservations so it's probably a good idea to anticipate waiting and or get there early. We went of course on a Friday night, and it was packed but the wait time wasn't terrible so that was a win. It was 3 of us and we kinda already knew what we wanted so as soon as they seated us, we scanned the QR code at the table and went to town. The cool thing about that is that you can look at the menu that way, and order separately so no need to take out a calculator and divide the bill! The food did take a little bit of time to get to us and one of my friends actually got the wrong order, which was quickly solved so it was fine, the staff was really nice. I ordered a shrimp taco, a fish taco and a steak taco. The shrimp taco was tasty except... IT WAS SOOOO SPICY!! I couldn't fully appreciate the flavors :/ , the menu didn't say anything about having any spice, and as much as I enjoy spicy food, this was NOT enjoyable, it was beyond hot, so disappointing because it had such potential but it was torture, the spicy sauce should be on the side so you can adjust how much heat you want in your taco! .... So if you don't like anything spicy, avoid this taco at all cost! The fish taco was good, it had good flavor but nothing special, the steak taco was also ok, just ok, maybe I'm bias having a Mexican background but I've had better tacos, socially because of how overpriced they were. To drink I had still water and a grapefruit carbonated drink and that was refreshing. For dessert I went for the classic mint chocolate chip and again, nothing special, just ice cream in a cute little aluminum bowl. The place was packed, and the waiters/waitress were busy but they kept checking on us which was nice, the ambiance was chill, most people were dressed casual but others a bit more formal. The place is really cute, the lights in the ceiling give it a nice touch with the dimmed setting. I think this place is a nice and hip place to come for drinks or a good time with your friends, if you want something cute and upscale looking, you'd enjoy this place but if you are looking for quality of food for your buck, I'd honestly save my money and go somewhere else. Would I come back? Yeah I would, but probably not hungry lol . read more

The ambiance of the place is very chill beach vibes. The decor is like this as well. The service was good especially from the manager who kept checking in on us to make sure we were doing ok. The food is definitely the star. I had the cauliflower, mushroom, and chicken taco which were all filled with a bunch of flavor making me want a second round of each taco. The kale salad was delicious. The tres leche was also very good, not overly sweetened but just the right amount of everything in a cup. Definitely better second experience than my first. read more

Bartaco - tres leches - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

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Food was great for Mexican designed for white people. Service would have better if rosemary Kennedy was our waitress. Chairs were way too low my back hurt for a day and a half after being there for a couple hours. Drinks were good. Although they came after the food. Would have been a good place to meet women if I was single though. read more

Got a take out order (ordered while I was shopping at costco and paying at checkout and thought the order would be ready rather quickly for 3 things (off-peak time around 3-4pm) but was quoted ~45 mins which was fair for a weekend, just noting so if you're contemplating placing a pick-up order, to order earlier). Got there 10-20 mins before the order would be ready but told them, and they were able to accommodate, thankfully, since we had a toddler in the car and were trying to time things right. We ordered the birria tacos, fish tacos and pozole soup. Servings are on the smaller side but taste was there. Enjoyed the pozole. If you dine in, nice vibes/decor, music is loud and the crowd is fairly vibrant. read more

Great spot with lively atmosphere. They have a big indoor and outdoor covered area for seating. There is a big parking lot right next to it with free parking. Lots of staff, the place is constantly busy. Ive only come during weekends for lunch, but it's consistently packed. You can order a bunch of individual tacos and other items. I like the fish taco and the guac. They have some rotating specials depending on the season. read more

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Always love a trip to bartaco! This was my first time at this location, but I love that no matter which you go to you're going to get the same quality ingredients and delicious margs! We sat at a couch right on the water and it was beautiful. The watermelon mint margarita special was delicious! The small guac and chips was perfect for 3 of us. We also got 3 tacos each and it was the perfect amount. I got the summer special chimmichurri ribeye and lobster tacos duo. I wish these were constants because they were SO good but hopefully they will be back next summer. I always loved the falafel taco so I had to get that too. I was catching up with friends and the staff was great about being attentive but also giving us time to catch up. It was a great dinner and I can't wait to come back soon! read more

Mika is the best waitress! So attentive and the food is so fresh and delicious. Would go back just for her!

Food: Good -- nothing mind-blowing, but it hit the spot. Service: Super friendly and on point. Ambiance: Cute little spot right on the water -- can't beat the view. Value: Cheap and solid for what you get. Overall Rating: (4/5) Notes: Good food, great drinks, cute location. Not life-changing, but I'd come back without hesitation. read more

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They messed up my order. I ordered Steak Tacos and they gave me kimchi beef. I also asked for utensils so I could eat in the car and none were included. Overall not bad. 3.5. The ambiance upon entering wasn't bad, a large bar greets patrons upon entering, and seating outside has a nice waterfront view, weather permitting. Molly the manager on staff is great, when I arrived to pick up my take-out order I mentioned that my friend told me about this place so I came here. She shook my hand and said if there's anything I need to let her know. Very professional, very nice. I later tried the quesadillas, not bad. I would probably return if I were in the area. I would be willing to give bartaco another chance. read more

I need to express my utmost gratitude and commend the staff of Bar Taco for their efforts in making my special night so memorable!! Brianna, AJ, Juan, and all the staff are beyond fantastic and accommodating it's literally inexplicable the kind of service and support they provided on such short notice! We appreciate you all and thank you so much for your tireless work in constantly fulfilling my never-ending orders of cucumber margaritas!! We're so grateful for all of you thank you again for making the night unforgettable! read more

Came here on a Friday evening. Very crowded, as expected. The drinks were very good. I love the option to pay as you order from the menu. That was a real plus, especially if you have a large party. Everyone can pay for themselves and there will be no issues with the bill. The tacos were VERY small. Mine were a little cold but they were seasoned well. The prices were decent. Would I come back? Ehh i've had better tacos so not so sure I would visit again. Wasn't bad, but nothing spectacular. read more

I visited on a Saturday during lunch time and it was very busy but staff were attentive. The food is great I loved the seasonal menu the lobster taco was sooo good. Coco gelato is a must so delicious! read more

Bartaco - Lobster duo - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

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Service is always friendly. The vibe is upbeat, sometimes loud, but happy energy. Food is delicious!! Oyster tacos are the best!!

Great food, kind staff, and plenty of seating. My friend and I shared chips and salsa plus guacamole, and she got two tacos plus street corn, and I got the chicken verde rice bowl. There is an enclosed patio with heat lamps and I think they have blankets, plus other outdoor seating that is exposed, and there is of course, indoor seating. Joined the online waitlist as they don't take reservations, but it didn't seem necessary, as my friend and I arrived at noon on a Sunday and there was no wait for a table. Not sure if it's much busier on other days or in warmer weather, but today, there was no wait. As a note, you check off what you want to order on the menu, and if you need anything at any time, there is a sign you place on a part of the table that sticks up to alert the staff that you need something. There is a big parking lot, which is helpful, as parking could otherwise be difficult in the area. read more

I'm starting this review even before my tacos come out. All I've gotten is the sweet iced tea. And let me say that my expectations are HIGH because my reception at this place--my first time here--was nothing short of spectacular. The sweet woman who quickly walked out to greet me had such great demeanor, I thought she might be the owner. She asked my preference for a paper menu vs an online ordering system. Since you need to fill out the quantities, I opted to save the paper and do it on my phone. Since the place just opened (11am Monday), I had my pick of the place and sat at a 4 top right next to the water. Had I not looked at Yelp, bro... I'd probably have wound up at the Diner on Main Street. No thanks! Frankly, I'm amazed this place has only gotten 4 stars. It looks from reviews like they are plagued with some shoddy servers and bartenders, which could indicate a lack of management presence in the front of house at times. I'm so excited though. I ordered a couple of Brisket tacos, a couple of pork belly taco, a duck taco, a sesame ribeye taco, and a Tuna Tatako taco. The food took about 15 or 20 minutes to come out and out was worth every moment. Here are my thoughts: Brisket tacos: pretty good; meat a little dry. pork belly taco: very good. Roasted Duck taco: a little plain but OK. Sesame ribeye taco: DELISH! My favorite because of the kimchi (cabbage) topping. Tuna Tatako taco: my second favorite. The sauce on this is excellent. Served in lettuce wrap instead of a tortilla! I didn't add any extra sauce to any tacos... sometimes a little lime juice. You don't need to add anything to the Tuna... fantastic all by itself. I was fantasizing about working here while having lunch. That's how good my experience here was. Molly (the gal who originally greeted me) came by to check in with me just after I finished my first taco. Having owned restaurants of my own in the past, I can tell you that this place checked ALL the boxes. 2 additional servers introduced themselves to me during my meal, and I interacted with each of them twice. Service was great. Molly just came back, and seeing that I only finished half my carafe of Ice Tea, she brought over a disposable cup with ice and a biodegradable straw. I didn't even have to ask... she anticipated the need. That's what service is ALL ABOUT. Watch and learn, people! Such a shame I live about 40 minutes from this place (without traffic). I think this would be my new favorite spot. I might have to move. read more

Bartaco - Tuna Tatako in a lettuce wrap instead of a tortilla. Ingenious, and so excellent! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

My first tim dinning and my had the crispy oyster taco and the ahi tuna rice bowl. The ingredients were very fresh, the presentation lovely, but all too sweet. I finished the taco, and the vegetables and tuna in the rice bowl. The rest was just too sweet to continue. I might try them again but there's no rush. read more

After a couple of years we're back enjoying the nautically themed Bartaco of Port Chester. Yes, they are still serving up fresh delicious tacos that we love: crispy baja fish, fried oyster, shrimp, duck, pork belly, with luscious green chunky guacamole + chips along with ice cold resposado margaritas adorned with freshly squeezed limes. This time we tried their awesome chopped salad with well seasoned roasted chicken - it is delicious! **Music is still good** **The place is fun. There's outdoor seating with heated lamps!** *Our servers made us feel welcome again!* :) **Thanks for reading!** read more

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Great fish tacos and great service all around. Nice views in the summer! Great service and nice staff!

Quality taco spot with a casual/upscale vibe. The ambiance is pretty easy going. You can order on your own from your phone and the food comes out as it is ready. The method is super convenient for groups. You can order on your own or split the check through one order. If you get hungry you can always go back for more! The duck quesadilla was one of my favorites. Crispy and flavorful duck with melty cheese and a side of this duck sauce. Super great! For the tacos, my two favorites were the pork belly and sesame ribeye. The shrimp was ok, not my favorite. Great for a date or friends night out! read more

Bartaco - Tacos - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

Bar Taco has several locations but it's basically a Hudson Taco closer to the city or for the Greenwich crowd. It's got the Beachy rustic theme, exposed wood cool vibe. Going on a Saturday night meant a 45 min wait but we 4 huddled around the empty bar stool we found and that slowly lead to two more becoming available. While waiting we had the guac which was fresh and delicious, not much added to it, a pretty straight forward recipe, and some margaritas. I watched as the bartender freshly squeezed all of the juice and honestly that really makes the drink. Fresh ingredients. We tried regular and spicy margs and the spicy marg is my favorite. The bartender recommended the duck birria, so when we got to our table, I ordered that and Baja and shrimp tacos. I also decided to try their pineapple seasonal drink but honestly it didn't slap the same so I asked to swap it for the spicy marg and they did which was nice. The Baja tacos didn't leave an impression, and neither did the shrimp so moving forward I will probably stick with a spicy marg, guac and duck birria. A friend got the street corn (we love a street corn) and another got the chicken salad (bone in, come to find out) and that was pretty good. They no longer have paper ordering, it's all through a QR code and you put your card info in up front and then they bring you food as you order it from your phone. I have a love/hate with this system but just know that's what you're getting into. Sat night also has a DJ come at 9:30 which was shortly before we left so that was a fun note to leave on. read more

Bartaco - Baja tacos, shrimp tacos, duck birria, pineapple seasonal drink - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

I came on a very busy holiday weekend evening. Bartaco is one of the only establishments open past 9pm on Sundays in town. The bar was incredibly packed, and the music was loud. It was hard to find a bartender who would take our order. It took a very long time for my margarita to be made. It was tasty, but I got rosé the second time to reduce the wait time. Bar is first come first serve. I'm not sure how food seating works, but it was also pretty packed. My friends and I ended up drinking outside. I liked perching by the water, though there are also Adirondack chairs situated for chatting. One extra star to the bartender who came to find me outside after I left my card at the bar. He didn't have to find me, and the gesture was deeply appreciated. read more

Bartaco is one of my go to restaurants. If you're ever in doubt always choose bartaco. The place is huge and very beautiful, it is always packed but there is never a long wait. You order off the QR code and pay your bill online, you never have to wait for the waiter which is a plus. I ordered the espresso martini which I didn't love but the watermelon margarita is delicious. They added a butter lobster taco which literally melts in your mouth! The crispy shrimp taco is definitely my favorite and literally why I come here. The maduros (sweet plantain) comes with this like garlic aioli dip that is soooo delicious! Everything is tapas style and very affordable. It's a drive but definitely worth it! read more

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Stopped by Bartaco yesterday afternoon to catch up with a friend, and I'm so glad we did! It's a place I've always heard about but never got the chance to try. The space is big and airy we sat on the outside deck, and there was music playing inside, which added to the vibe. I really loved the ordering system you order and pay right from your phone, but there were still servers around and ready to help whenever needed. The food was so good! We started with the guac and tostadas, which were delicious. The margaritas were perfect so fresh and natural-tasting. I had both the classic and the pomegranate flavors, and they were amazing. For tacos, I got the shrimp lime, chicken verde, and al pastor. I enjoyed all three, but the shrimp really stood out. The tacos are on the smaller side, but they're packed with flavor. I'd definitely go back! If you're in the mood for a chill, easy taco spot with fresh food, this is it. Honestly, I wish I had come up with the concept myself LOL. (I usually take pics of my food, but I was having such a good time catching up with my friend that I didn't get any!) read more

Let me start by saying this, THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!! 10000/10. Food never disappoint, we have almost everything that was recommended. We had lobster tacos which was bomb by the way, chicken, shrimp and pork belly tacos. We also had the corn off the cob forgot what its called. Spicy margarita, pomegranate lemonade and some desserts! I had the best coconut ice cream here! Our server went to us few times to check on if we wanted some thing. It was also very easy to order using their QR code. Our food arrived immediately, place is great and was full a bit noisy but the ambiance is very lively. We sat outside so we had a nice breeze and a view from the marina. read more

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This place is fun no matter what time of the year it is. Once you get past the occasional cold food and new staff in training, this place is pretty good. The atmosphere is nice and you can eat outdoors at all times of the year. The food is pretty good when it comes out hot. The kitchen really let me down today but management did not. Management was great but the staff needs a lot of work both in and out of the kitchen. I would be happy to come back but not until the staff is better trained. The duck taco is honestly the best item on the entire menu. Overall B Food: C (came out cold twice) Atmosphere: A Management: A+ (fixed everything and very friendly) Staff: in training (and it shows). Never came over to try and remedy the situation, and only asked how things were from a distance after they saw the situation was fixed. The person who was supposed to be waiting on my table was in training and she really dropped the ball. read more

Bartaco - Reviver - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

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I LOVE this place. This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants. I have gone many times and it never disappoints. A friend who lives in the area brought me here the first time and I was hooked. They have an easy ordering system where you can order on your phone and add as you go. Some of my favorites are the Reviver drink and the tuna taco. I loved the Reviver so much, I have recreated it at home. I got the Paloma this time. The ahi tuna tatako has always been my favorite because the flavors work so well together. We always start off with the street corn or esquites. I have tried all other tacos and all choices are delicious. My second favorite would be the duck because of the glaze. So good! They bring out the food really fast. I have also been to their West Hartford location in Connecticut which was just as good. This location is always pretty busy but the wait is always worth it. Definitely join the online waitlist before going. read more

Bartaco - ahi tuna tatako - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York

Bartaco is honestly one of my favorite spots, and the Port Chester location is definitely the best in the area--honorable mention to Westport. I don't think there's anything else nearby when you can get such yummy food in a beautiful, bustling outdoor setting at such a good price. I understand why some people take issue with the QR code ordering system, but you can also use paper menus! It's so convenient for splitting checks & fast. I am NEVER disappointed with their food and can't speak badly on any taco (my recent fave is the chili lime shrimp) and especially love the drinks. Seriously such a good spot, the wait sucks but just grab a drink in their courtyard! read more

Despite an early arrival of 5pm at this restaurant it was crowded and very noisy. That left us to dinning in the indoor covered dinning space that was heated with overhead space heaters . It was quiet at least but still a chill. Taco Food portion is very small Staff attentive but couldn't wait to get out. I left hungry read more

Love this place - FOR EVER !! So many years and this place just gets better and better!!....its just a vibe with great food! ....Trust me!! read more

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Quick service, good food. The ambiance is nice for family and friends dining. The staff is very attentive and friendly. read more

Bartaco - Mezcal - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Port Chester, New York