Street parking a little tough Super cute decor and ambiance Good food and drinks They have a great happy hour read more

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Celebrated a friend's birthday at Citrico, and it was solidly average as far as birthday brunches go. We were a party of eight and had a prix-fixe menu. The botanas (appetizers) included chips and guacamole, along with flautas de pollo. Both were good, though I wish they had provided more chips and guacamole given the size of our group. The next course was tacos, with each person getting a baja fish taco and a filet mignon taco. The baja fish was the highlight of the meal--fresh and crisp. The filet mignon was disappointing, a bit tough and lacking flavor. For entrees, we had a choice between the smash burger and the pollo campero. I got the pollo, and while it was cooked well, it was a little plain, though the mango chipotle sauce helped. The smash burger wasn't a hit at the table. Both the bun and patty were small and were giving store bought. What redeemed what would have otherwise been a below-average experience was the drinks. The margarita selection seemed endless, and I was a huge fan of the ones I tried. The cool spicy and the prickly pear were both standouts. The infused tequila shots were also great--and only $8 each. The Valencia orange tequila, in particular, was excellent. Table service was hit-or-miss. While the servers were all friendly, drink timing was inconsistent--sometimes arriving in five minutes, other times taking up to thirty. The food, however, came out at a steady pace. They did forget to put in one entree, but they quickly realized the mistake, apologized, and it arrived about ten minutes after everyone else's. I would definitely come back to Citrico to enjoy and explore more of their margaritas, though the food feels like an afterthought. read more

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Went twice. Once for dinner on a Friday night. Honestly walking in it was not friendly vibes at all. The host looked upset that we were there. I let her know now as ok with a table outdoors if she had any and she didn't pay any one to me. She just walked us over to a table. The waitress also had an attitude. She didn't seem to want to bother with us. She didn't come to check up on us at all's we needed having a waiter take over which he was somewhat nicer. 2nd time the next weekend I went with my girls had brunch but again once we got in the vibes were off it was the same host there. She sat us down and I told the girls about my last experience so we decided to just get drinks one appetizer and leave to our favorite spot in Brooklyn instead (ainslie) Now the drinks are amazing. Flavorful strong 10/10 Maybe I'll come back and just sit at the bar and feel out the vibes. read more

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We got here around Sunday 1pm and they were packed. We fortunately were able to get a table after waiting a few minutes but things seem busy perhaps because of their $40 tacos/cocktails brunch deal? We ordered 2 orders of the filet mignon tacos which are tender and well seasoned. These are my wife's favorite tacos here and I could see why. We also got the nachos with ground beef and they toss this beforehand, so that the cheese is evenly spread but actually didn't get soggy. Rosemary blush and cucumber fizz were both good; the Moscow mule was good too but a little too intense with the raspberry for my preference. For dessert, we got the horchata donut which comes in hot! I love a good hot/cold combo and this hit. read more

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Legit one of the best dining experiences I've ever had! We went on a Thursday night for my best friend's bday. We made reservations and got seated immediately. They were playing live salsa music for 2.5 hours. So lovely and fun. People dancing but still felt very intimate. The food was SOOO goood. We had the corn ribs, kale Caesar salad, nachos, chicken tacos and butternut squash tacos. The flavor palette is insane here!! The service was SO fast and everyone was extremely attentive. Lina was amazing! We stayed all night and had a blast. The mocktails are splendid and my friend enjoyed her drinks and the prices are not bad at all!!!!! You should 100% come here if you want a great night out! Thank you Citrico! read more

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The food was really good at Citrico. We ordered corn ribs, nachos with steak, enchiladas with crab and shrimp, and carnitas tacos. I was blown away by the corn ribs and enchiladas. Would totally go back for those and also try the fish tacos for sure. Now, what we did not expect was the extremely slow service. We asked for a water refill that we never received. We asked for to-go containers which took forever. Upon getting seated, the server sat us at a table temporarily and asked us to move to the corner table after it was cleaned. It felt really disjointed to us. Perhaps it was an off night and there is usually more than one server? The table beside us also waited over 30 minutes for their dessert. We will consider ordering food from here in the future because it was done well. I do hope this isn't the typical experience. read more

Citrico Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I went here for brunch with a few friends on a weekend. We did the unlimited taco and cocktail deal for 90 minutes. It's a great deal for $40 and the tacos are so good. My favorite tacos were the summer squash and the chicken tacos. The summer squash tacos had a layer of crispy melted cheese and the chicken was marinated well. The cocktails were solid. The cocktails included in the deal are limited beer, mimosas, sangria, and frozen margaritas or mezcalitas. Flavors are available for an extra cost. Frozen beverages would be great for the summer, but we couldn't drink too many of them in December. We made a reservation, but the restaurant wasn't too busy that you wouldn't be able to find a seat walking in. I really liked the ambiance and the decorations. The vibe is upbeat, bright and boho-chic. I also really liked their glassware for drinks. The service was really fast and friendly. They were really attentive initially, but became less so into the brunch even though the crowd was pretty consistent throughout brunch. read more

Citrico Cafe - Chorizo tacos - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

Had an awesome brunch! We were a group of 8. Everything was scrumptious. The pico de gallo, the fish, chicken and spicy beef, eggs, guac, soft tacos and nachos, and the sangria was perfect! Excellent place to get together with friends and relax. The service was great. I'm in Brooklyn but I will definitely return soon-- after the snow melts! read more

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We went for brunch on a Saturday at 11am and it wasn't crowded at all. The staff was really nice and it's a very clean and spacious restaurant. The brunch food wasn't great. The torta was nothing special and a little dry. And the chilaquiles tortilla chips were all soggy. So the main dishes weren't enjoyable. BUT the star of it all was the Horchata Donut. I'm glad we stuck through it and ordered it at the end of the meal. It was warm and had a nice crunchy shell yet the inside was soft and fluffy. The ice cream paired perfectly with it and what I assume is a sprinkle of tajin on top added a little tang that complemented the flavor so well. I also appreciate that they give you the donut hole as well :) Overall, I'd go back for the donut in a heartbeat. And maybe I could be convinced to try some dishes off their dinner menu. read more

Citrico Cafe - Chilaquiles Torta de Milanesa De Pollo - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Im taking off one star due to the experience I had towards the end of the night but overall this place is AMAZING! It is absolutely so beautiful and calm here. I went on a Thursday night for my sisters birthday with her best friend. We were seated right away in their second level area that overlooks the restaurant (remember that part) and were lucky to catch happy hour. We took advantage of the drinks and $1 oysters. The entrees were to die for. All of our dishes were delicious. For dessert we acted like we were ordering something but it was for them to sing her happy birthday and it was so cute. We were able to catch a live salsa band and that fillllllled my heart! I'm a heavy salsa lover. Being that we were seated above and behind the band, another waiter came and told us to move to the bar which we went to do until our waiter came and stood infront of me and demanded I pay our bill. She said we aren't allowed to move tables unless we pay. I told her we were just moving down to the bar and are actually going to order more drinks. But she refused and was even pushing the paying terminal towards me. I just paid and we ended up leaving after that happened. It just left such a sour feeling. That was so weird. Never experienced that. I don't know if she thought we weren't going to pay- but was not the case at all. I'd still recommend the place. Just take that into account I guess read more

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Drinks are good, but the food was underwhelming. Restaurant is not even half full and they are quick to give you the check.

We stopped in here for quick bite for my birthday it was our first time trying this restaurant . I made a reservation and we were seated right in front of the door. This wouldn't really be an issue but it's the path the servers use to wait the tables outside and there's people also arriving for dinner not to mention the door stays open so it got pretty cold. My husband was bumped by a few people coming in, and it was such an odd place for a table. I looked to see if there was another option but there really wasn't any other options that were better since it looked like most tables were for larger parties. They had two high tops open but they were super close to each other and there's just no space without being on top of other patrons. The drinks we ordered were not good and lacked flavor. The appetizer we ordered which was the tuna tostada was one small tortilla with tuna and avocado. Appetizers usually are shareable this was not, my husband and I were picking little pieces off of one tortilla. This appetizer was also $20 which I honestly was way overpriced for what we received. It was very beautiful inside and the staff were nice , unfortunately the food and drinks were lacking. read more

I moved to Astoria about 1 1/2 years ago from DC. Citrico is located across the street from Kaufman Studios on 34th street. The food has been very good, I have ordered a variety of tacos (Pork shoulder, shrimp, fish... ) everything has been good. Also the service has been excellent (I have been there 5 times) each time I ate at Citrico. They refill water glasses constantly and are pretty friendly. The BARTENDER is great, drinks are reasonable priced compared to the often $20+ drinks in Manhattan & Queens. And the drinks contain more alcohol (mezcal, curacao) than other Queens and Manhattan restaurants (at least from my somewhat limited experience). Every drink has been good. Five stars for the MANAGER, waiters and everyone have been terrific. I met the manager (Enrique, I think) who came by our table to say hello. Great guy, I think he runs/manages the restaurant well. The waiters and waitresses are pretty friendly and they seem happy to be working at Citrico. They also have a DJ who plays certain nights (not sure of schedule) inside the restaurant. I have eaten inside which is very nice, but it can be a bit loud, at least for me:) If you are in your 20s 30s ... you will not notice the noise. I like the outside room. You can watch the sun set and it is quieter. HAPPY HOUR - I think it lasts till 7:00 and it may start at 4:00, but please check that, because I'm not sure. RESERVATIONS - I would recommend making a reservation. We didn't have one and the restaurant was pretty busy. When we told the hostess we weren't sure if she was going to "find" a table, even though there were a number of empty tables. Anyways another woman who knows us, saw us and got us a great table. So if you have this problem just be patient & ask for a specific table. And if you don't get what you want ask to speak to the manager, Enrique. I don't have photos, but will try to post some later. I have a reservation tonight - can't wait - it is Cinco de Mayo!!!! Should be a fun time. read more

The ambiance is beautiful at this Cafe across from Kaufman Astoria Studios. Beautiful chandeliers and ceilings. Service was good, except we kept being approached for our order. Give us a few minutes please. We also were told near the end of our dinner (which we ordered off the Happy Hour menu) that there was a 90 minute time limit on our reserved table. The hostess, while very sweet, went to show us where it was on the menu. It wasn't there. Turns out it was on their older menus. We were almost done and she had no problem, but I thought that was kinda rude. The food was really interesting, but good. I had 2 dozen oysters ($1.50 each during Happy Hour), a Birria taco and a fish taco. So good! The Strawberry Margarita was meh. Also ordered at the table was guacamole and chips, more tacos, more drinks, etc. I'd give it 5 stars if we were told about the 90 minutes at the beginning of the meal or when my cousin made the reservation. read more

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Found this spot by chance, and I'm so glad I did! It ended up being such a hidden gem. We arrived just after brunch hours had ended--so unfortunately, we missed it this time around--but that just gives me the perfect excuse to come back! Even without a reservation, we were seated right away, which was a nice surprise. The staff was super welcoming and efficient, and the overall vibe of the place was on point. There was a live DJ spinning tracks, and the music created a fun, upbeat atmosphere without being overwhelming. You could tell everyone was enjoying themselves. The food and drinks absolutely hit the mark. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. The cocktails were especially good--balanced, refreshing, and definitely crafted well. From the outside, you'd never guess this place has such a great setup. It doesn't immediately scream "hot spot," but once you step inside, the energy completely shifts. It's cozy but lively, and the ambiance makes it feel like you stumbled onto a best-kept secret. I'm already looking forward to coming back--especially to finally try their brunch! If you're looking for a place with good vibes, great music, and quality food and drinks, definitely check this place out. read more

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The food here is delicious! My seafood enchiladas were filling and seasoned well. I dropped a star because the service wasn't great. Although our server was nice and friendly, it took her 10 mins to take our drink orders and another 15 mins to come back and take our food order. At one point I had to go up and get her to come and bring our checks. read more

Citrico Cafe - Shrimp and Crab enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Tucked away on a quieter avenue far from the busy Broadway bustle, you will find where people go for birthdays, bachelorettes, anniversaries and date nights at Citrico. The party vibe transforms the venue into that of another city, nostalgic of Miami or Mexico City. The food is some of the trendiest you'll find on the block and in the neighborhood. On Friday nights you'll find the DJ spinning his latest hits, multiple sparklers lighting up big cakes and a photographer visiting every table offering to capture the moment. This is definitely a place for celebrations and special occasions, but probably not a quiet night out. Though the taco trio platters are a must, I highly recommend the mushroom chicharron--it is unlike anything I've ever tried. Perfectly umami, sweet, spicy and savory. It was tempting not to get three more! The birria tacos come with au jus and are a true highlight, as are the Baja fish tacos that come perfectly battered and topped with picked onion, salsa fresca and avocado. I also recommend the guac to start, which is a generous portion and very well made. Their menu has some fantastic vegetarian options that are so delicious! Definitely recommend the corn ribs, cauliflower either in entree or tacos, and vegetarian enchiladas. Some standouts are also the unique dessert options. Our server suggested the blueberry cornbread and dulce de leche cheesecake and the plates were licked clean! Citrico is a real gem in Astoria that has earned its success and likely continue to draw in big crowds for memorable nights out. Highly recommend taking your friends there for a fun night out! read more

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Very Beautiful space! Drinks were pricey and tasted below average compared to other speakeasies in Astoria. Service gets one star because bartender was unsanitary. She did not wash her hands during the three hours i sat at the bar. She touched her blonde hair, eyes, raw eggs, apron, cards, money, rags, bottles, etc and just kept going. On top of that she kept touching the ice cubes while they were going into the glass. Grossed out and probably would not return. read more

What a wonderful brunch experience at Citrico Cafe. We were welcomed by the host and transported elsewhere by the beautiful decor. The resturant was bright and airy with the skyroofs. We ordered apps - corn ribs were crisp and full of flavor, the nachos was a show stopper in presentation and taste. Drinks were strong. My only compliant a virgin drink was the same as a margarita with alcohol..how sway? Our mains were soo good. My brazino was seasoned to perfection, light and crispy. The accompanying sides was just enuff to complete the meal. I will be repeating for brunch and checking out there dinner menu read more

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Went here on a Friday night when in town visiting friends. This place is really cute! I got the filet mignon asada tacos with rice and beans and a hibiscus margarita. The tacos were amazing, the rice and beans were ok. The hibiscus margarita was really good. Service was kind of slow but we noticed that at every restaurant we went to that weekend. read more

Citrico Cafe - Filet Mignon Asada Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Staff was friendly, food was good--the sweet potato tacos were the best I'd ever had--cocktails were well-balanced & the decor is lovely. My only (hopefully constructive) criticisms are that the music--which sounded more like Euro rave music than anything Mexican--was loud AF--especially for 5:15pm--& the staff seemed a little disorganized (e.g., asking us if our order had been taken, yet; it had). I'd definitely stop in, again, if I were in the area, but wouldn't necessarily schlep from Manhattan specifically to go there. read more

Lovely Mexican food with good pricing on drinks. Had the chicken nachos and grilled oysters for appetizers, which was very good and garlicky. We had the filet tacos and fish tacos. They are small size but pretty good. The place was very nice and also had a live DJ. Service was good and friendly. read more

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Beautiful space, lots of seating. Enjoyed the food. It wasn't crowded when I went, but that could have changed since it was a while back.

Ordered: Passionfruit Agua Fresca (~$6) Guava Agua Fresca (~$6) Corn Ribs (~$13): cilantro, mayo-crema, lemon, chili pepper Queso Birria Tacos (~$22): smoked bone marrow, braised short rib, grilled oaxaca cheese, consume Baja Fish Tacos (~$17): beer batter cod fish, avocado, coleslaw, salsa macha, salsa verde Aya's take: Citrico holds a special place in my heart and I was excited to come back here after so long! The interior gives Mexico vibes and the decor is summery & bright. We started with some Agua Frescas which were both fine but didn't quite taste as passionfruit or guava, respectively. The Corn Ribs were so satisfying! They were sweet, savory, and the mayo-crema combined with the chili pepper was a nice balance. The Tacos as 3 per order which is way better than how it was at my last visit. The Baja Fish Tacos were fried to a beautiful golden brown, the batter was so seasoned and even had a slight kick to it. The coleslaw and avocado added freshness to each bite and cut through the heaviness of the batter. The Queso Birria Tacos were also so savory, rich, and smoky. Service was just okay and the music did get a bit too loud by the end of the night. All in all, delicious dinner and lovely night! read more

First time there this afternoon. Waiting to be seated at the entrance, your hostess totally ignored me and went to seat the people behind me. I addressed her as to I was there before them. She was totally rude did not seat me, went on to seat the guests behind me. I walked out, which was great because I ended up in Mayahuel restaurant. Beautiful place, very well greeted and excellent service. read more

Citrico Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Decent food but two entrees were brought out 15 mns before the other two were. Plus, but the music was so loud the 4 of us couldn't hear one another read more

Vibe is great. Food was good. The guacamole was excellent and the shrimp ceviche. Drinks were good. The issue we had was timing, Getting our first drink took over 30 minutes and that is with reordering. The appetizer came after that so imagine the waiting time. read more

Food was excellent, service was different, they bring out plate by plate when it's done so they don't bring it all out together. Didn't like that. It's so loud in here makes you feel like you're at a bar. Can't have a conservation with the people you came with. Live DJ. Will definitely come back when it get warmer so we can sit out side and get away from the loud music . read more

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Best corn ribs in Queens! Whenever I come here I order them. It's really hard to share them, because they are that good. Honestly everything I've had here is absolute fire. From the Coca Cola short rib tacos to their amazing drink menu. This spot specifically specializes in mezcal drinks. I don't love mezcal and sometimes I ask them to switch to regular tequila and they are always willing to abide by my request. The staff is always accommodating. The place itself is a vibe. It's just simply beautiful. They also have an enclosed outdoor seating area that's just as nice as the inside of this spot. They are also located across from Kaufman studios. Will we ever get a celeb siting when dining there? I'm not sure, but I do usually luck out with a parking spot! Moral of the story: Corn Ribs AAF read more

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Amazing prickly pear margarita and enchiladas de pollo! Red sauce was my fave. The ambiance is amazing.

This place is absolutely beautiful. I loved the decor and the overall vibe. We went on a weekend and they had a live DJ, which made the experience even better. The food was amazing! My favorites were the grilled oysters and the filet mignon asada tacos. So good! The service was super fast and friendly. I also tried the avocado margarita and it was surprisingly delicious. Prices were very reasonable. Not too expensive, but not super cheap either. I definitely recommend making a reservation because it gets really busy. Highly recommend checking it out! read more

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I was in the area for the Museum of Moving Images and was looking for a good spot to eat. Citrico was recommended and did not disappoint. The food was absolutely delicious. The guacamole was very fresh with the right hint of spice. My son couldn't keep his hands out the bowl. The corn ribs had amazing flavor. No food was left over lol. My friend and son can both agree that it was worth every dollar. The service was very good. They were checking in but not in an overbearing way. They brought out the food quickly and were very polite. The ambiance was extremely chill at that time, however I can tell it's a place that probably attracts a crowd. I would love to see what it's like on a weekend. I love the decor and welcoming vibe when you step into the place. Will be recommending this place to my friends for sure. read more

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This is a really nice restaurant located in Long Island city, Astoria. This place is well lit with all the table lamps and decor. Really nice place. Food is good. We had the b nachos and flutas. There is a lady that will come by and take a picture of the whole table. They are sold for $20, picture in a frame. Music was good. They have a live DJ. Good experience for my first time here. read more

Food is a bit pricey but always consistently delicious. Drinks are my favorite in the area and the service is always on point. Great place to stop by if you're in the area. read more

My 2024 obsession! Legit come here 2x a month and I get their seafood flight every damn time. Btw I'm not even a seafood girlie.. at all. But their oysters?! Perfect combo of citrus and spice. Gaucarita sounds weird but also so so good! Service is ok - but not bad, just nothing has stuck out to me. But the ambiance is super nice. Perfect GNO or date night & usually have a Dj playing some nice background music on the weekends. HIGHLY recommend. Honestly with the amount of referrals I give this place I deserve a bonus LOL read more

Miami and Mexico made a baby in Astoria and Citrico Cafe was born. This Mexican cafe and agaveria offers New Mexican cuisine with a creative flare. The dishes are vibrant, the space is gorgeous and you don't even realize for a moment where you're at since it feels like you're somewhere tropical and high end. The food is so delicious and vibrant and for sure something you won't forget. Portions aren't huge, you might leave a little hungry but either way, it's delicious. We totally missed their happy hour specials until 7pm (Mon-Fri), they even have a late night happy hour from 11pm-12am (Weds-Mon) and all day happy hour on Tuesdays - fun! I had the chicharrones de hongo quesadilla which my brain is still talking about. They weren't the usual quesadillas we're used to but more of the traditional Mexican ones, using fresh made tortillas, delicious mushroom and melted Oaxaca cheese. The drinks (for most of our table of 5) were pretty underwhelming **sadly**. They weren't terrible, but they just were extremely forgettable. I regret NOTHING with my horchata martini which was delicious and something I'd definitely order Other than that, it was an awesome overall experience, they had a live DJ playing music in the back, sparkler desserts going around and it really made it feel like you were somewhere tropical and fun. read more

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Excellent food and drinks. I mean really really good. We started with ceviche. It was fresh with a bright creamy lime marinade. A large serving of guacamole and cops was delicious. The shrimp and crab enchiladas were enjoyed be everyone. And the chicken (don't remember the name) was an unexpected delight. Cooked to perfection and covered with a mango, maybe adobe? Sauce. So good. read more

Gorgeous restaurant! Absolutely beautiful decor and great ambiance. Food was delicious ! The fish tacos were to DIE for! I had the chilaquilles my tortillas were a little soggy but still so good. My boyfriend had the steak and eggs and he loved it. Great price point for quality of food. Drinks were also great. I had a cool spicy marg he had a buena Sandia. Both were strong and fresh. The service was subpar. It was an early Friday afternoon. Only a few tables. The place was nearly empty. Our server and the hostess were both dry and not friendly. We asked for the check and waited so long. Understaffed? Poorly managed ? Hard to say. A restaurant with this aesthetic and food quality really deserves quality staff to elevate the space. Would I come back for the tacos? Absolutely. Hoping for better service for sure. read more

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The ambiance, decor, and food were all excellent. I went for lunch and was not disappointed. I had the shrimp ceviche and tuna tostada; melt-in-your-mouth soft tuna packed with flavor. Also on our table was a burger that came with the most delicious hot fries. We enjoyed the pink and red sangria, and they definitely weren't light on the alcohol! I would highly recommend this place and plan to return very soon. The staff was attentive but also gave us the space we needed for a conversation. read more

Citrico Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I came here for brunch with friends. Tacos and guacamole was good. I think the portion size for the steak and eggs could have been bigger. The staff was great and vibes were cozy. read more

Citrico Cafe - taco - Mexican Near Me - Astoria, New York