This is my favorite Mexican spot in the Hudson Valley. Everything has always been cooked to perfection! My favorite is the chips and salsa of course but for a meal my favorite is the enchiladas. I can't even explain how good they are and how good their rice is! I REALLY wish they bottled and sold their salsa because it seriously is the best I've ever had and SUPER FRESH!!! Our waiters/waitresses have always been really nice and accommodating. And the restaurant has always been super clean! Oh, and before I forget... save room for dessert! Their leches cake is HEAVEN!!! read more

Cafe Maya - Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

Unexpectedly good Mexican cuisine in Wappingers Falls. We were in town visiting friends and they took us to this hidden gem. We had reservations for a 9 person party (which I realize is large), and had to still wait 30 minutes to be seated, which was a little annoying but the staff was attentive and consistently kept us updated. Once seated, the staff continued with excellent customer service throughout dinner. I tried the below dishes: Appetizer Nachos: Just like it sounds, tortilla chips smothered in cheese, beans, and a protein. These were really tasty, above average compared to comparable establishments. Appetizer Beef Empanadas: Ground beef wrapped in a corn based dough and fried. The beef mix was seasoned well but a little dry. I probably would not get these again. Chile Relleno: Though not much to look at, the pablo peppers stuffed with chicken was but seasoned and fried well. Again, above average. Cochinita Pibil: Slow roasted pork topped with pickled onions and served with corn tortillas. Absolutely incredible! The pork was both juicy and fork tender. The best roasted pork i've had in years! Overall an excellent experience and I'd recommend to anyone craving Mexican Cuisine in the area! read more

Cafe Maya - Chile Relleno - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

Food is always amazing, service is al wys quick, and the vibe is great. Decorated nicely. The black bean soup for me is the star. Their chili is amazing too. Salsa too.... Burritos too.... Can't go wrong!!!! read more

We've passed the place many times, always saying we've got to try it, one of these days. Well, today was the day. We've dined at the one on route 9 in Fishkill. That place is Mexican Yucatecan cuisine; it is a very spicy cuisine. After staying a while in Merida, Mexico i found out about Yucatecan food. It will make you sweat! We thought this place would be the same. Yes, Mexico has regional cuisines all are a little different but, most are corn based. The enchilada mayopan looked interesting. I tried that. It comes with refried beans, rice, a little guacamole and sour cream and an unusual yellow cheese sauce on top of two wheat tortillas, your choice of grilled chicken or steak. Maybe, because the place just opener up for the day the refried beans were a little thin, the rice was fine. Overall it wasn't what I expected. It wasn't bad, it seemed more for north of the border diners. The decor is pretty nice, there's intimate booths, a full bar, the usual margaritas. *tip: have it made with the house tequila; save the top shelf tequilas for savoring straight. The other ingredients will mask the aromas and flavors. There's plenty of parking. As far as "gender neutral restrooms"; while I was there a woman used the Mens room because the ladies room was occupied. I've noticed that a lot up here. read more

Cafe Maya - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

By far one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Hudson Valley; definitely a local favorite! As you settle in, each dining experience is started off with a freshly made batch of tortilla chips and salsa and they are never stingy if you want more. My go-to is the Mexico City Style Tacos with steak and let's not forget the refried beans and rice...delish. Also, if you're a self proclaimed hot sauce aficionado like myself, I recommend trying the house made hot sauce that is served in a corona bottle. It lives up to the hype. The shrimp quesadillas are a win also. Flavorful, but how could it not be with cotija cheese and guacamole? The portions are more than fare. Most options paired with rice and beans or a salad. read more

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Delicious food and great service at this homey, fun mexican spot. Indoor and outdoor seating. Started off with the tostones ($9) and we dipped them in the salsa. They were fried crispy and hot. For entrees, Pete got a burrito and the baby got a burrito kids meal ($9) which was a small chicken and cheese burrito (more like a quesadilla), rice and beans. For my entree, I got a chicken tortilla soup. The bowl ($9) was large and it was served perfectly hot! It had a ton of delicious avocado in it and broth was fantastic. It was all dark meat chicken, which I don't care for, but that's no knock at the soup. They serve dessert but we were too full. Delicious meal and we will surely be back when we're in the area. Pro Tip: don't fill up on chips. The food is sooo delicious! read more

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After last nights dinner disaster at Yobo, my wife and I decided to try a different genre of food. Cafe Maya did not disappoint. The food was delicious, service was great, and the atmosphere was pleasant. I've been to their other location and enjoyed myself there as well. My tacos were very tasty and my wife's steak was super tender. I think she enjoyed my cilantro rice the most, couldn't stop talking about it. Highly recommended, will be back for more. read more

Cafe Maya - Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

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ADVISED THE SERVER THAT I HAVE AN ALLERGy to onions and garlic . I asked what he can make. His recommendation was chicken or steak quesadilla. Ok. Pricey at $13.95plus tax ($15.08) but ok. 30% tip. THEY TOOK MY CREDIT CARD Payment ( added a generous 30% tip) few minutes later, the bag arrived. He told me that the order comes with chips and salsa ( which explains the exorbitant price) and unapologetically adds that "the salsa has onions, but maybe you can give it to someone else. " DID HE NOT HEAR ME THAT I HAVE AN ALLERGY!? I opened it up to grab a peak and a nibble of the quesadilla. YIKES- my mouth immediately tasted odd, so I took a look- raw onions on the sliced avocado AND some kind of garlic on the chicken AND RAW ONION in the quesadilla. ARE THEY KIDDING? I've worked in kitchens for decades as a server and in the hospitality industry. THERE IS NO EXCUSE for this. I was his only customer. His sole responsibility is to make sure the guest gets what they ordered. He failed me. I flagged him down and pointed out the onions. He took the food to the kitchen and returned wit a lame excuse. Asked me if I wanted something else. REALLY? Why would I trust them? I politely but firmly explained that it is unacceptable to use the same knife to cut onions and then the meat. ( LAZINESS and a lack of care for the customer). I'll take a refund. GUESS WHAT HE DID? He refunded the meal but not the tip. Clever and totally bold. I called him out on it. He gets the 30% tip and I get a BAD TASTE IN MY MOUTH. I always feel bad when a long standing restaurant rides a formerly good reputation into the ground. NO MAS. HORRIBLE! read more

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Food was amazing we will return . Sangria margarita is the best . Staff id helpful and never let your cup get empty read more

Cafe Maya - Shrimp with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

I ate at this cafe today and ordered 2 chicken enchiladas , which were dry and tasteless. The other part of the order was a beef taco that was ok but the red sauce tasted like it was canned. I ate 1/3 of the meal and left the rest, not wanting to take anything home. The prices were high for such simple food I will not come back and won't recommend the cafe to my friends read more

First time going to Cafe Maya, with someone who'd been to the (Fishkill? Cold Spring?) location before. I thought they did a good job of spacing people viz. Covid, and everyone work masks and gloves -- so felt comfortable dining there. The guacamole was EXCELLENT -- great way to start the meal. We also had some queso; I think it was a little heavy on the peppers, but tried to get around them. I had the baby back ribs, which were fine -- some parts were moist, but the outer parts were super dry. The rice was excellent. Probably would've given a 3.5 stars if I could have, but the service really was great so bumped it up for that. Looking forward to returning and trying other dishes! read more

Very good Mexican restaurant in the heart of Wappingers Falls. Service & prices are adequate & the traditional Mexican food is tasty.

Ok so this is the spot for low key, awesome and delicious Mexican eats. And once again, forever and always, I will preach about how amazing the salsa is. I COULD DRINK IT! If they sold it in gallons, in drums.. I would buy it. I would bring it with me everywhere. I would write poetry about it. I might even marry it if i believed in marriage. Other than that.. well the food is tight too and my fav is the taco salad but I sub the meat for shrimp and its fiiiirrreeee read more

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When I was told Poughkeepsie has good Mexican food, I was surprised and knew I couldn't leave without trying some. On a Thursday afternoon, Cafe Maya was fairly empty and I opted for a seat on their spacious patio. I liked how the inside and outside were almost one in the same since they had the windows open... The inside is so bright and colorful, it provided a really nice ambiance! Cafe Maya has an extensive menu, including one page with super affordable lunch specials! It was dizzying but in the end, I landed on the carnitas tacos, served with rice and beans. Chips and a chunky, mild salsa come complimentary, and I devoured the basket while I waited for my food. The tacos did come rather quickly and ready to eat! What can I say? These were some dang good tacos! The proportion of meat per taco was ample. The flavorful juices of the carnitas poured out of the tortilla when I picked it up, but the tortilla was strong enough to withstand it all. I really enjoyed the rice and beans, as well. I'm not much of a rice gal but I could barely stop eating it. Besides that, service was friendly and attentive, while parking was a breeze with the lot out front and to the side. I could definitely see this being a fun spot for a group dinner, or just a casual meet up between friends. Affordable and delicious Mexican eats? Can't beat it in my book! read more

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Always good always fresh Mexican food. I have never had a meal here that I did not like and have dined here more times than I can remember. They have the best chips and salsa which they give you for free prior to ordering. Most Mexican restaurants charge for chips and they are not as good. The only reason it is not five stars is their drinks are very expensive. read more

We haven't been to Maya in ages and this place is truly tried and true. The food is always delicious and we've never had a bad service experience here, the waitstaff are overall incredibly warm and the food comes out fast. There's tons of Mexican restaurants in the neighborhood and we enjoy frequenting them all, however I must say Maya's salsa is truly the best. We had the guacamole recently and it was the first time we haven't had to add salt to the guac, it was seasoned perfectly, great balance of lime, cilantro etc. Some favorite food items include Burrito Maya, any of their enchiladas or chimichangas, fajitas, and the shrimp quesadilla! We went for lunch recently and saw a bunch of lunch specials that aren't on the regular menu. I tried this "mariachi" special, it was sort of like a burrito of braised pork but instead of the other fixings it was covered with tomatillo and pickled onions. I added cotija to it and it was delicious! It's nice they think outside the box with some of their dishes. The vibe is very fun inside of Maya, it's bursting with colors and has the feel of your typical great Mexican restaurant. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because I feel they're a bit on the pricey side for what you're getting, however I have zero other complaints and look forward to dining there again soon! read more

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I'd passed right by the sign for this place so many times before actually popping in to see what it's all about. The restaurant is really cozy inside. The way it's sectioned makes it feel very homey. We were one of three tables for lunch service when we arrived, but sadly service still crawled. The server was a bit of jerk and seemed to think very highly of himself, caring more about what he was doing than helping us. He spent a good about of time nursing a drink at the bar. Our food was underwhelming to say the least. My chicken was very dry and not seasoned well. The beans were bland, as was the rice. The burrito we ordered was absolutely SWIMMING in cheese sauce and salsa. We wouldn't've known it was a burrito unless someone told us. The dish felt more like a pile chili that someone tried to loosely wrap a tortilla around in a bowl. Very lazy presentation not helped by the subpar food. I have to say though that the chips and salsa were excellent as were the tacos we tried. It's a shame nearly everything else was such a let-down. It wasn't completely awful, but I wouldn't go back. read more

We visited Cafe Maya after a few folks told us about this place. We went last month on a quiet weekday and had a good time. The decor: I really loved the decor! The restaurant is spacious and colorful; there is a lot to see and a lot to ask questions about. Didn't get a chance to visit the restrooms so I can't talk about them (maybe next time). The menu: There is a dedicated vegetarian section in the menu (but even if there wasn't, its a Mexican restaurant and you can always get something modified). The meals: We were served chops and salsa upon arrival. We realllllyyy enjoyed it and were happy they kept bringing more to our table as fast as we finished it! The chips were thin and warm, and the salsa was oh so delicioso! For our meals we ordered the Platano Macho (with Maduros) for the appetizer, and the Black Bean Burrito without Sour Cream, and the Verano Quesadilla without cheese and shrimp. Although I enjoyed my burrito (it was good), my husband's quesadilla was not filling enough and he didn't feel satisfied by his meal. Despite this, there were more pros than cons and we are still planning to return to try some other dishes. read more

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Went for a family dinner expecting it to be as good as it used to be. Holy heck, we couldn't even have a conversation with each other because of the noise level. Music was very loud and people yelling and screaming on top of that. Not an enjoyable experience. And it was super hot in there too. Food was good, really no complaints there except the fish tacos were a bit dry. Server was also friendly. Will not return though because of the noise level. If you're looking for a better ambiance head over to Margarita's on route 9. Unless they block off the bar section and turn down the music, we will not be back, sadly. read more

Excellent service and delicious food! Cafe maya is a perfect place for date night or a family dinner! First- the service was great. I forgot our waitress name but she had brown hair and a bun. She took our orders and consistently checked on us to see how we were doing. (We appreciated this because other places the waiters bring you the food and are then never to be found!) Second- The food was delicious we ordered the Mexican street tacos and carne asada- we ordered it medium rare AND IT CAME OUT MEDIUM RARE- love when a place knows how to cook steaks! Third- I think it was the owner who made rounds to check on each table and even helped bus a table ... it's the little things that count !! Def recommend the house made habanero sauce. Awesome food & staff highly recommend and we will definitely be coming back! read more

My daughter loves this place after her 8th grade field trip. I trust her high standards and you should too!

First time here and the food was exactly what we expected. Skirt steak come out as ordered and seasoned well. Wife had the taco salad, her only wish is that she asked for dressing on the side. My little guy ate most of his meal, he is not a food motivated kid. Server Rose was friendly and attentive. Cheers read more

Got the Burro del Caribe. OMG it's out of this world!! I just left San Antonio, TX and ate nothing but Mexican. This is SO good, Also had the Maya Margarita. It's mixed with sangria. Can I say...WOW! $40 lunch for the two of us, with drinks. Well worth the money. All the food is made to order. So if you need dietary changes, just let them know. I have a lot food allergies and this place had always worked with me. I really can't say enough good things about them. The owner goes to Mexico 2x a year to make sure he has all authentic spices. They also have a homemade habanero sauce. You have to ask for it!!! read more

Cafe Maya - Burro Del Caribe- lunch - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

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you really can't get any better mexican food than here. the drinks are spectacular the food is amazing and the staff is so friendly and attentive. Ruben and Zim will always take care of you read more

Good decor but even better service! I was happy to see chicken or beef stuffed chili rellenos rather than just the cheese stuffed version offered at most restaurants. The menu here emphasizes tacos which is fine but when I go out I'm looking for menu choices I don't normally make at home. I also prefer more spice which is more the norm in their Fishkill restaurant but I was given a hotter sauce. So which Maya restaurant you want to go to should be based on which style Mexican cuisine you prefer: milder or spicier. They have you covered whichever you prefer. read more

Great spot and vibe, however the service is not as friendly and welcoming as I thought it would be.

A nice little spot that's tucked away in the town of Wappingers Falls just off the busy highway of route 9; it's a quiet hidden little Mexican restaurant that if you weren't familiar with the region you'd pass right over it. The ambiance of the whole restaurant is very light and festive with decorations that hold true to its name sake! Most other places I've been to that are the same style of food have been all felt muted and more concentrated on the Americanized bar scene rather than keeping it festive and fun. The wait staff was extremely friendly and attentive. The food was pretty decent, portion sizes compared to price point could have been a little more balanced. But the quality of the food was delicious! I had the Mayan burrito while my wife had the Mexico City tacos with chicken. Unfortunately I did not snap a picture of her tacos ‍ One thing I did notice that's nice and puts them apart from other restaurants we've dined at would be they have a cart that will prepare fresh guacamole table side for you!! That is just one of many reasons to come check out this place! I can certainly say that we will more than likely return for a second visit and try other dishes off the m read more

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The staff is the real MVP of this place. The hosts were very friendly when greeting us. I cannot remember our server's name, but she was a young girl with glasses. She was super attentive and efficient. She was also very patient with me when I took 20 minutes to figure out what to order. We got our bar drinks within 1 minute of ordering them and she gave me her honest opinion between 2 drinks I picked. I ordered the Hibiscus margarita and the blood orange margarita. The drinks were delicious, however, the food was just okay. To be fair, my Mexican food expectations are very high, but I just wasnt wow'd by anything. I had the guacamole, beef empanadas, and chimichangas. With the low lighting, this is a good place to go on a date and get a couple margaritas. Just don't expect a 5 star meal. read more

Our first time at Cafe Maya- the ambiance is colorful and the music loud but not too loud. We were greeted with salsa and chips, service was prompt. The waitstaff were friendly and competent. The menu had many options, I went with the Mexico City Style Tacos w chicken, my husband the Maya Burrito. Both came out in a timely manner and were delicious. My only negative observation is that the items are a little higher priced than other Mexican restaurants, the quantity and quality certainly warrant a decent price, but maybe $2-$3 less would have been acceptable. We will most likely return. read more

Cafe Maya - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

The best Mexican food around. Their salsa is sooo good. And that is just the start. Definitely recommend! read more

I just gonna said one of the best restaurants of Mexican food in he village of wappingers, the owner so kind and all the servers and ppl that working there are amazing they always happy to help u. The bartender Ruben is always take of u with the big smile and so friendly that's I always back to that place read more

We stopped bere for an early lunch, 11:30. Place was empty. We sat and were immediately served complimentary nachos and salsa. The salsa here is the best Ive ever had. Our meals came quickly and were washed down with ice cold Dos Equis (spelling?) The music is constant and the decor is Aztec style and pleasing to the eye. I recommend the Tacos Cochinitas... This place is fast and delicious - But not cheap. Ive been coming for years and have never really been disapointed... If you go on a weekend eve, be prepared to wait.... read more

Cafe Maya - Cochinitas tacos with drunken beans and yellow rice... Delish! - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York

The food was delicious - except the guacamole - it was really seasoned - but everything else was great. The drinks were good and strong! They had live music but also background music wherever the band was not playing. I'll definitely be back! read more

Our dinners were delicious!!! We had the cochinita pibil and poc-chuc. We have never tried either before and we're so happy with our choices. The flavor was on point and the fragrance from the poc-chuc made your mouth water. Both were served with beans, rice and corn tortillas. The restaurant was busy and got very loud. Almost all tables and the bar were full and there was live music. Our server was ok. We ordered two margaritas, one with and one without salt. They came out in pint glasses, both with salt. We only ate half of the food on our plates and asked for the rest to be taken to go. One bag was brought back to the table with two containers but when we got home and looked at them, one had the poc-chuc and the other had rice and beans. My cochinita-pibil was not packed. That was disappointing as I wanted my husband to try it. Additionally, we were only checked on once, more than halfway through dinner, so I wasn't really surprised. I definitely won't let the service mistakes deter me from going there again. The food was well worth it! read more

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I'll re do this review in the summer. Been here a few times and had the misfortune of being seated by the door on a particularly cold night this winter. After asking we were moved but i do wish they don't have a table by the door in such conditions. anyway; this place is very welcoming. the owner/manager is a very nice older gentleman who makes his rounds to every table at least twice to chat/flirt and see how things are going. the food is pretty good too, i do enjoy the drinks menu as well. i think the ambiance is more of a happy hour one and thats pretty much the crowd that goes there. I prefer my mexican food on the spicier side and this menu is tamed down but its still very good. If you are in a group and want to throw back from margs while enjoying some good food this is your place. read more

For some reason I always choose to go to the fishkill location, but I must say wappingers is just as good. Cafe Maya has hands down some of the best mexican food I have ever had. Their salsa cannot be beat, a perfect amount of spice and always fresh. I would highly reccomend trying the sour cream chicken enchiladas or the dos equis shrimp tacos. In the mood for great mexican? Look no further. One of my favorite lunch/dinner spots. read more

When we walked out of Dutchess B-B-Q the other evening, despondent and disappointed, we ended up here and our night turned around. The friendly staff was attentive to our every wish and provided us with delicious fish and brisket tacos (not together!), tasty quesadillas and yummy drinks (the reviewer who was disappointed with the price of drinks had a good point). There's much on the menu to tempt and I am looking forward to sampling more items for this is not the usual Mexican fare. Can't get on the 5-star bandwagon about their salsa though. It's okay. Altogether, while it's not inexpensive to eat here, the quality is strong. read more

This place has the best Mexican food in the area. I love their enchiladas and the chips and salsa are also really flavorful. The staff is friendly and the restaurant is very inviting. read more

My second home from 2006-2020, before escaping winter and moving to Florida...the food is great, atmosphere great, the frozen margaritas have medicinal value. If you want to know how to run a restaurant, watch Don Luis, his family, and staff in action. read more

Went to have a family dinner. They serve complimentary Chips with the best homemade Salsa I have ever tasted. Menu includes a great variety. Had the Verano Quesadilla which is loaded with Shrimp and comes with Sour cream, Guacamole and a Salad. Had a Pacífico Beer to chase it down, which was light but tasty. Best Mexican food in Dutchess County. And don't forget to purchase some Chips and Salsa to go. Great snack. read more

Cafe Maya - Mexican Near Me - Wappingers Falls, New York