Calexico is a neighborhood favorite for me. It's one of those places I return to again and again. The rolled quesadillas are a must-order, as is the smoked queso. I also really enjoy the shrimp bowl. Most dishes are flavorful with a nice amount of heat. The vibe is fun and laid back, making it a great option for a casual dinner with friends or an easy date night. Service is always friendly, sometimes a little slow. Reliable and tasty! read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Frozen marg and queso - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

It's Brooklyn and you're hungry for food. This place was OK. We ate outside and As a hungry vegetarian. I was satisfied. I did see the manager go off on a worker for wearing the wrong shoes and that didn't hit me well. read more

I went for takeout. I got the shrimp bowl and it was really good. I just hated that the jarritos was $5 bucks . But the food was well seasoned . And they give you just enough of food . The shrimp though was over cooked and super small . But the servers were very nice and it's a cute spot to sit in too . I think I would go back and try something different read more

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Stumbled in on this restaurant after being hungry and looking for absolutely anything to eat. I did not expect to be so pleasantly surprised. I got their lunch special which is two tacos of your choice which also comes with a small chips and guac as well as rice and beans OR a salad. I tried their pork and fish taco and I was blown away because the fish taco was so good. It made me wish I got two of those instead. Its a piece of fried fish cooked to perfection. The lunch special size is also no joke, I was not able to finish everything and the tacos are so large I was so full after eating my tacos alone. Looking at the salad that they offered, it wasnt your typical sad salad that they give you either, it was filled with roasted corn and beets. Such a great find and I will be coming back here again in the future. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Lunch special with fish taco and pulled pork - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here on a Friday night around 6 pm was able to walk in and be seated right away table for two. We did have to wait five mins before seating even though there was no one else waiting. Very clean open space. Our waitress was attentive. We got the Brussels sprouts appetizer amazing but it does have a spicy kick after so if spice isn't your thing maybe another app. I got the black bean tacos and pollo asada tacos which were tasty. read more

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We came here for a lowkey lunch and it was fantastic! I especially loved the barbacoa taco and the guacamole. Service was fast and friendly and the lunch special was very reasonably priced. I can't wait to come back again next time I visit! read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Pollo Asada and barbacoa tacos lunch plate - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Super kid friendly - kids menu and crayon! I like their taco salad but they used to have a taco disco on the bottom but they changed it. The guacamole is premade so because on spicy level and if your kids hate tomatoes... sometimes they can whip up a fresh batch but most of the time is it pretty made. read more

Had a great experience at Calexico - Park Slope. Everything was delicious -- you can tell the food is made fresh and with care. The service was amazing, super friendly and attentive. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Highly recommend! read more

Courteous staff and had a delicious guac and queso, bowl and burrito. No issues with service. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Such a cute little restaurant on 5th ave. We stopped in for drinks chips and salsa at the bar and it was a fun experience. The bartender was very engaging with all those seated at the bar and all the food that kept going by smelt delicious. I will come back to try their dinner for sure. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I stopped here after grabbing a few books at "the ripped bodice" down the block. It was recommended by someone who worked there. Service was great. We got there right before brunch ended and got a two for one mimosa special, which were good and i tried one with grapefruit juice that I loved. I ordered Brussel sprouts for an appetizer. The texture was perfect but I found the vinaigrette to be toooo vinegary. It made them taste kinda sour and tangy, i still at quite a bit but i need to salt and pepper to kinda off set. I also had shrimp taco which were very good. The star of the show was the beef that was in my sister's burrito bowl. Like we talked about it for days after. Highly recommend (i believe she got Cali style) read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Brussel sprouts - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The service is awful and the food is just average. I got a hard time when I came in with two staff workers about a larger table - where the manager herself refused to let us sit there after being asked. The drinks were SO SLOW coming out, and the waitress gave one of my workers a really hard time for not having her ID, when she said it was in the car, and I walked several blocks to get it. On top of that, they charge almost $5.00 to use any credit card - which I do understand charging something, sometimes, but they are deflecting the whole cost of using a credit card and aren't giving back good service. I am NEVER going back to this place. read more

I've been to Calexico several times and am never disappointed by the food. It's dependable cali-mex, and I always leave full and satisfied! I typicall get the tostada salad (which is deceptively filling!!), and this time tried the smoked queso, which was delish! My friend got an assortment of tacos (fish, shrimp, chicken), and enjoyed all of them! Their drink menu looks delicious - an assortment of margaritas and other cocktails, all reasonably priced (less that $15). While I've only been here in the daytime, I would totally come back in the evening for some margs and chips and gossip with a girlfriend!! The restaurant is very cute and a nice place to hang with friends, family, or colleagues! The people working there have always been very kind to me. read more

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I usual order take out here, and the pollo asado quesadilla is great especially with caramelized onion and the secret sauce. The ambiance of restaurant is excellent as well, very chic. read more

Everything was fresh and flavorful. I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of vegetarian options. The service was quick and the staff were kind. The restaurant is large and can accommodate larger parties well. I came with a 15+ group. I definitely recommend stopping by Calexico in Park Slope. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Bean Burrito, Vegetable Enchiladas, Black Bean Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came in on a whim. I was in mood for coconut margarita...it wasn't on menu but they made it happen. We ordered esquites, nachos and smoked queso....they were all fabulous. Will definitely return for more!!! read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Nachos, esquites, smoked queso - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food is amazing here. I sat at the bar on a SUNDAY and it was not crowded at all. Quesadillas are great! Service is amazing. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Pride drink - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

If you're in to tacos or thinking of trying them or just in the mood for something new, this is the place for you. The food is always hot fresh. The flavor explosion that you will experience will be out of this world. From the Baja Fish taco to the Fried chicken taco to there nachos with Barbacoa meat, you won't go wrong. Or if you having a tuff day check out there cocktails! The Paloma is one of my favorites. The ambience is especially well maintained and the service is exceptional. I'm never disappointed when I come here. The food, the flavor, the small talk with the servers and management, it feels like a home away from home. Make this place your next stop when you get the hunger bite. You won't be disappointed! read more

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my daughter and I went to this spot. We ordered nachos, a fried chicken taco and mini fried taquitos. The taquitos had no flavor,the fried taco was just ok but the chicken nachos were the worse. It looks like they used cheese wiz sauce, the refried beans were liquidy like out of a can. All the flavors did not mesh well And there was almost no chicken in them. the food did not taste like authentic mexican food. The food tastes like it was catered to a gringo palate. We will not be eating there again. read more

Food is pretty good overall. I wouldn't say it's anything special, but good nonetheless. The esquite is elite and the salsas that come with the chips and salsa is really good. The tacos were decent at best. The fried chicken taco tasted like the old McDonald's snack wrap, which was cool I guess. Bartender service was subpar. Got our drinks after we finished both our apps and entree and just slammed them because we were ready to go at that point. I had forgotten we ordered them. Overall, decent place for a causal night out. read more

Went to this restaurant based on friend's recommendation. Food was delicious, all dishes were brought very fast. Service was good too, few times either manager or owner came up to ask if everything was good, waiter also asked few times if everything was good. Would definitely come again. read more

Came in to Calexico on a Friday night with a friend from grad school. It was pretty packed out but it only took about 15 minutes for our table to be ready. While we waited we sat at the bar where the bartender took care of our drinks. I ordered the strawberry margarita and it was delicious! Super strong and delicious - just what the doctor ordered! I ordered the Baja fish taco which was super fresh, flakey and delicious! Also ordered the shrimp taco which was filled to the brim with delicious shrimp! The fried chicken taco was a pleasant surprise and really hit the spot. Overall the food, ambiance and drinks were awesome. The service was really fast and the servers were super kind. I wish I remembered our servers name but he was so kind and attentive. Would definitely recommend this place for lunch or dinner! read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Baja Fish Taco Shrimp Taco Fried Chicken Taco - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Me and my girls favorite spot to hit up after a stressful day of work! Love the food there always, the bowls were delicious and delectable. The fries crispy and yummy as well. They have happy hour from 4pm-6Pm I believe and it's buy one drink and get one free so that's where the tokens take place! The service was fine. The ambiance is definitely there cause everyone's indulging in great food and drinks. read more

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The experience was corny. As soon as I walked in the host looked me up and down sizing me up, why? I dont know. The bartender threw the knife/fork roll at me, some wild disrespect. Got the gringo taco, which was the only thing I came for and a Negra modelo. I've been in lockup with better treatment than today. What the hell did I do wrong? The busboy was nice and and gringo taco was exactly what I wanted, the bartender and host can go to hell tho. read more

Foods amazing! It's packaged well if you get it delivered which may not seem like a lot but it makes a difference. The fajitas are amazing a must get! read more

Friendly service, fun interior decor, pretty good food. Inside is prettier than expected, with a modern and fun vibe. My roommate recommended the brussel sprouts and they were quite good - make sure you get the crushed nuts in the center on every bite. I didn't notice them until we were almost done and they were game changing. My vegetable enchiladas were good - the filling was light and crunchy and made the meal delicious without feeling too heavy. My roommate loves their fish tacos (in fact, we came here specifically because she was craving them). Skip the lemonade - it was all sugar and no tart. The food was overall pretty good, but there are so many Mexican restaurants on 5th and I don't know if this particularly stood out compared to the others - similar quality and about expected price. However, the interior ambiance was great and we would have been completely satisfied when we left if they only had dessert. Add churros to the menu and I'd definitely come back! read more

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Stopped in for the 2 for 1 brunch happy hour... what a deal! Had the mimosa and bloody Maria both excellent and for $10 can't beat it! Service was attentive and vibes were high. read more

I like everything about this place. The food is creative and tasty. There are vegetarian and vegan options. The ambiance is low key and nice. The service has always been good. read more

I love Calexico! I come here regularly with friends and family and am never disappointed. I recommend the barbacoa quesadilla (the caramelized onions are excellent) and any of the burrito bowls. Calexico's food AND drinks are good, which I appreciate. Any of their frozen margs are wonderful. The paloma is delicious as well. The service is consistent and kind. The outdoor seating on the sidewalk is a little crowded but that's not their fault, it's just the location. Inside is lovely. read more

Amazing! We got vegetable enchilada and a California style burrito. To drink mango margarita and Paloma. High quality, fresh and tasty. Attentive wait staff. read more

The brunch here was delicious! Service was very friendly and the restaurant wasn't that crowded so we got seated quickly without a reservation. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Sadly I did not get to sit outside like I wait was too long and I was hungry had t I'll B settle for inside. Which turned not to be bad. It was a nice patio light/candlelight romantic setting. Very cool, staff was friendly and inviting. Was not too crowded. Food came out quickly. Was nice n hot. Delicious to perfection. I had virgin drinks lemonade. I wanted a lemonade and finally got one. I had the chicken, avocado and bacon burrito. Was so yummy. What made it interesting was the burrito was not like any other Mexican/ Latin burrito the bread was a Roti. Which is an Indian/Caribbean type of bread you eat with your dishes. I loved it. Can't wait to go back just for that. Told all my friends about this place already. read more

The food and atmosphere was amazing. Went during Brooklyn pride, even though though they were overwhelmed they gave really good service! They have outside seating and good drinks read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This location has outdoor seating and the perfect place to sit during a sunny day. The chips and guacamole were exceptional and fresh. I also ordered the Baja Fish bowl, which was phenomenal. The mango salsa and the Mexican rice were the perfect combination to the crispy beer battered fish. Would definitely want to come again for some other items and more drinks. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Chips & Guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Fun atmosphere, fast service. I have only had the tacos here and most are very good and their passion fruit margarita is so flavorful! You can opt to any of the tacos on flour tortillas. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Gringo taco nacho style - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Maybe because it's Cinco de Mayo but the food way OK at best and it took 45 minutes and I Had to mix my drink myself with a knife. read more

Calexico - Park Slope - Bar - Mexican Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I haven't gone here physically since COVID era but prior the chips would be so crisp and tasty w the guac and sauce. I find myself ordering out from here when I crave burritos. I love the Baja fish burrito - it is my go-to and it never disappoints. There is a good mix of mangoes, beans, and sauces. The fish is somehow a little crisp (if eaten fresh) with soft meat inside. The shrimp burrito/taco is ok. I like shrimp a lot but not a fan of the shrimp items here. read more

Hola!!!! Shame on me for not visiting Calexico before last night. My friend has eaten here countless times and gave much bragging rights. At her suggestion, we dined at Calexico enabling me to scratch it off my bucket list---but I intend to return. When we arrived, there was somewhat of a wait--think 30 minutes--or enough time to exchange a couple catch up stories. We were 2 minutes away from happy hour ending, but were able to snag it: 2 for 1 on select drinks from 4 pm-7 pm. Margaritas in order! I chose a refreshing mango which complemented my meal nicely. Once sat, the waitress, who was really helpful and attentive as far as service, took our order. We each started with a taco--I was happy to be informed that the baja fish taco could be made grilled or fried. I chose grilled and it was very delicious! The taco served as a appetizer for us since it was small. We then moved on to our main and selected one of their bowl specials. I had my eye on the grilled shrimp which included a choice of rice (brown for me), beans (black), slaw, perfectly grilled shrimp, cheese and pico di gallo. Each table had an assortment of hot sauces and I gave my bowl a spicy kick. The combined flavors of the shrimp bowl were really good and filling. My friend was equally satisfied with her bowl, but then again, this is one of her favorite spots. Now I know why. Prices also reasonable. For a fun night out that combines good food, atmosphere and service, Calexico should make it to your must try list. Thanks Cristina :) read more

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Update: I've been back a million more times and still love this place. My new favorite has become the Baja Fish Burrito (or bowl style). The fish is flaky and tender, and perfectly fried. The mango salsa kicks it up a notch and the crack sauce makes it perfection. I was able to taste the Mango Margarita which is just as delish as classic marg. I also misspoke in my initial review. The ground beef taco is called the Gringo. It typically comes on a hard shell taco but I like to ask for their soft taco instead. Calexico still reigns supreme in my book. read more

I'll be the first to admit - I haven't patronized this specific Calexico location since a Yelp Elite event back in 2015. I'd been to their other locations since, and it's always a great decision. My go-to is always the Baja fried fish taco, which is one of my favorite tacos in all of NYC. Seriously, give it a shot. This time around, I also got a shrimp burrito, which was massive and also delicious. And the gringo (ancho/cumin ground beef), which was great with rice. Oh, here's a pro-tip - you can buy El Yucateco hot sauces from them via delivery services! I'm a big fan of the Chile Habanero, but I just had to try the Black label. Definitely recommend that one for a milder option! read more

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