El Cabron

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6 months ago

My friend and I came here for lunch. The space was casual and colorful, with a lively atmosphere. They actually offered Horchata, which was sweet and refreshing. I ordered the Fish Bowl, because it had a little bit of everything, including Mexican rice, pinto beans, lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo, jack and cheddar cheeses, as well as tortilla chips. This was a lovely presentation. The Fish was too soft for me, but overall the ingredients mingled together well. Rice was perfectly cooked and flavorful, while the cheese was satisfyingly melty. Service was okay. The waitress was friendly and everything came out in a timely manner. However, when it came time to pay, the bill was calculated blatantly incorrectly. It was so much hassle that I don't plan on returning. read more

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Bret F.

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Small taco joint. Server was really nice and food came pretty quickly. Tacos are great and filling at $4.50 each. Limited outdoor seating. Skip the chips and pico (it was flavorless and needed salt - they should serve salsa). read more

El Cabron - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

El Cabron - Chips and pico (skip this, pico is flavorless) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Justyna B.

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Cute little spot! Perfect bite after a night out. The staff were very attentive and super sweet! Tacos were amazing!!!! (Nachos were okay, could have done without them). Love it here. read more

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Jin Hao Y.

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Came craving some tacos. The tacos itself were pretty decent and size wise good. Not really the best place for tacos in NYC but will satisfy you nevertheless. Service was mostly just self service order and wait. Not really any ambiance to speak of. read more

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Eugene C.

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I came here recently for a friend's birthday who was a big fan of tacos. I've also been here a few times to get a taco or two on the go when in the area. This time we got rice and ordered the 15 taco special for our group. We got shimp tacos, pork tacos, and chicken tacos. They were all delicious. We wanted to get the lamb tacos but they were all sold out. El Cabron is definitely what I would classify as a quintessential cheap eat for dining in. Most cheap eats are more suitable for just ordering it to go, which this place also has a separate store front next door to do. But El Cabron has the feel of dining at some grandma's house for a meal and is reasonably priced. The service is pretty cordial and quick. Normally, I would go with my local taco truck for a taco or burrito but I would go to El Cabron for tacos for sure. I am fan of value in terms of food quality with very little frills. The space itself is pretty small. Our group was the only somewhat big sized group in the establishment and in all fairness they could probably only fit one other group of 5-10 in the space. They also have a lot of day of the dead type decor in the space. read more

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Sydney S.

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There's a lot to love about this small Mexican shop! I ordered steak tacos & a chips/pico/guac combo and am a VERY happy camper. The tacos are a filling portion size & the meat is well-seasoned. The pico was just okay but the guac was delicious so again, net positive! I ordered for takeaway & my food was ready in 10-15 minutes. The woman working was very nice & packed our food SO securely... my husband commented on the meticulous packing for transport We will be back! read more

El Cabron - Steak Tacos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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John Paul M.

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Food is delicious. Service fantastic and the decor is really cool with Mexican decor. read more

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SM C.

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Cheap & reasonably priced Mexican food & drinks in the Lower East Side. Owners & staff are super nice. They even have a "Super Taco Tuesday" specials: $4 select tacos, $5 draft, $10 margaritas. read more

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Chris M.

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Great Tacos and cool vibe. Small place but relaxing! Right on the corner! Don't miss out! read more

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Authentic feeling little Mexican food place... it's rough and tumble. Nice servers. Festive feeling! But the food, sadly, is mediocre. Great vibe but get a beer! read more

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We came to this restaurant on a super rainy day and we were greeted by the warmest welcome by the most amazing waitress. The music was very uplifting for the gloomy day it was. We could see that both families and people at the bar were having a good time. We started off with beers, Pacifico and Modelo. I ordered the 3 taco combo with chicken, as well as a fish taco on the side, and swapped with my friend who ordered the 3 taco combo with chorizo. I must admit the chorizo was a little more flavorful and the spicy definitely wasn't too overpowering. The green sauce that they provide for the table was very addicting, a staple to good tacos in my opinion. For the fish taco I was expecting the usual grilled fish fillet, but it was moreso seared, which was different but still tasted awesome. At the end, we had to go for round two on the chorizo so we split an order of the nachos with chorizo, which was definitely more food than we needed, but well worth it. read more

El Cabron - Nachos w chorizo - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Amy F.

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The ambiance is casual and Hispanic music can be heard in the background. Service is cordial. Food might take slightly longer to come. The food itself is tasty and comes in good proportions. Good for a casual lunch/dinner read more

El Cabron - Inside - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Twiz R.

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Food is cheap and flavorful! Service is great and attentive. Though they should give both a fork and a knife when eating! The new bar menu is good. read more

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Bill S.

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El Cabron made us some righteous tacos! My wife, after her haircut gets in the car almost in tears. She says: They cut my hair too short! Now when I was 18, I allowed a person hired by the government to completely shave off my hair. I don't understand why my wife is upset but I must turn that frown upside down. I ask: are you hungry? Can I take you to a place that has your favorite food? Between the sobs, she waves at me. Enter El Cabron. This word is throwing me, I could say faccia brutta, is it a similar meaning? It's lost in translation but tacos are a universal language. First thing to point out, El Cabron is small. My broom closet can kick its ass. There are tables outside if you would like to enjoy your meal in the open air. My wife doesn't want onions or guacamole on her tacos. Her rules. I order her two tacos and I order two for myself, Al Pastor and Chorizo. The tacos arrive and they are epic. My wife sadness turned to gladness. All is right with the world. You could said those tacos were G.O.A.T! (Greatest of all time) but I can't make these decisions, damn good taco that is worth a repeat trip. Thank you El Cabron for taking away my wife's sadness with some great tacos. Signed, El Salty Jefe read more

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Maria A.

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Used to be the LES Crepes and Tacos place, but I guess they had a little bit of a rebrand, tacos were good, but they weren't trompo al pastor which is what I prefer, and the salsas weren't doing it for me, but it was nice. The guy spoke both Spanish and English and it seemed like a lot of Spanish speakers in the joint . read more

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Timothy C.

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This is a small, unpretentious spot that offers burritos, tacos, and quesadillas, and bowls. It's better for takeout, as there isn't much seating available here. If you're craving some quick Mexican food with decent portions and variety, this is a solid place to drop by. read more

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Audrey D.

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My favorite taco place in the LES. My friends and I cone here about once a week for tacos & margs-- everyone LOVES the spicy shrimp tacos and the horchata. Super affordable and delicious. Sometimes they have specials on the menu & they never disappoint. Great deals on taco Tuesday too! read more

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Erika S.

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After getting my nails done on Orchard I was walking around the neighborhood looking for something to eat. This place happened to be on the corner and was filled with people eating out front. So we walked in and saw the many menu options they had and immediately ordered Chicken Tinga tacos and Coronas. It took a little minute but if you know good authentic food you know it's worth the wait! And it was! The tacos were flavorful and filled with cilantro and onions. They paired it with radishes and your choice between 2 sauces. One was mild and one was spicy. I mixed them both and we inhaled the tacos. The staff was also very friendly. read more

El Cabron - Out front - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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If you try to use the bathroom here as a non-customer, you better buy the hostess a modelo first. We wandered here by accident in search for the best burrito in NYC. This wasn't the place but it was a good spot for a solid meal. Belly tried the steak and lamb burritos (6/10) and loaded with salsa verde and Beare got the chicken bowl (6/10). read more

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Julius C.

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The service is world-class excellent! The food is well prepared and delicious. I had not visited New York in about 3 years. This was probably my first second Latin cuisine I. new York. read more

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Madison S.

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My go-to hangover food is breakfast burritos and El Cabron's takeout burritos does just the job. Their hot sauce+brekkie burrito combo cures all. Price is super fair- around $8 for their standard burrito without protein. Delicious everytime and super big portion. Pickup is always seamless and everyone is efficient and friendly. If you're looking for a no-frills, normal place to get food in the LES- this is your spot. read more

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Christine A.

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Spicy fish taco an al pastor tacos are my go to. Prices are reasonable for tasty tacos. NOTE: they no longer have crêpes and have changed their name to Taqueria El Cabron. read more

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Cindy C.

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Come here often whenever i crave for some taco and crepes. Tasty: Good, very flavorful Enivronment: small, cozy and clean Price: $$$ Note: try the Fish Taco read more

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There's nothing bad about the food here, it just doesn't "wow" me. But when it's late at night and you crave a taco or two it'll do the job. The food is just it's just plain. If the lamb didn't have a little bit of gaminess to it, you would think you're having a beef taco or burrito. The fish tacos with the "catch of the day" is probably tilapia caught in the freezer. I could hardly taste any pineapple with the Al Pastor. read more

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Yusen L.

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Great price and big serving portion. The tacos are amazing, busting with flavors. The sauces are also unlimited. Horchata is refreshing and tasty. The service is quick and the server is very polite and nice. The atmosphere is cozy and comfy, great spot for a relaxing meal. read more

El Cabron - Chorizo Taco, Al Pastor Taco, and Spicy Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Dawn S.

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This food is . My boyfriend and I had just left Meow Parlor and went around the corner and found this gem. read more

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Rachel R.

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Really really delicious tacos and bomb drinks! Staff is very friendly, highly recommend for cheap good time

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Rud B.

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Great food and ambience. Servers are very nice as well. Highly recommend the steak burrito. read more

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Sarah J.

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Their steak quesadilla was delicious but the customer service is not so great. If they run out of something, they will let you wait and not tell you smh ‍ The chicken tacos were dry and the shrimp tacos were nothing to write home about. The burrito was alright, I would want to try another filling like spicy lamb and see if it is any good. I will stick to the quesadilla as tacos do not seem to be their specialty. read more

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Sweet E.

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Everything about this place is amazing! You must.experience it yourself. The best Mexican taste in my Neighborhood. read more

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Emma K.

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Came here to get birria tacos. It's a small hole in the wall place but has seating in a back room. Besides birria tacos we got al pastor and fish tacos. My least favorite was definitely the fish, didn't have a lot of flavor and the fish was grilled instead of crispy and fried like I'm used to. Although I don't think fish tacos are popular in NYC compared to CA. The al pastor tacos were fine, also not super flavorful and I wish there was more pineapple. The birria tacos were really good though and I would recommend them. Comes in a set of three with decent amount of soup. The sauces they gave us were also flavorful which helped! read more

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Jessica L.

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Haven't had a really good burrito in a long time. But this places has really good burrito. I've tried most of them all. I would say my favorite is their chicken burrito. Highly recommend read more

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Charles K.

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Havent tried the crepes but this literal hole in the wall punches above its weight. Tacos come out quick and hot. $3.50 for tacos except for fish which is $4.50. Burritos are $8. Cash Only. Tacos are served traditional Mexican so they come cilantro, onions and verde or hot sauce. If you want pico or lettuce or cheese (none of which id recommend for a taco) it is .50 each. I tried the fish, steak and chicken tacos. The fish was the best and came with a chipotle slaw. The steak was also really good. They cooked it up with onions that gave it a more savory flavor. Chicken was my least favorite. Wasnt bad but it was on the dry side. It tasted roasted which i was a fan of it was just too dry. One thing I wasnt a fan of was how they served the tacos. Its actually not that important but I am a bit on the excessive compulsive spectrum when it comes to food. Anyway, they basically laid the tacos on top of each other instead of next to each other. I feel like they forced my hand as to which order I had to eat tacos. I doubt anyone else would care but as an avid taco eater i take all transgressions against taco eating order freedom seriously read more

El Cabron - Fish in top (grouper) steak and chicken buried underneath - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Joy S.

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Drove past this place one late night. Open 24 hours sign. Made a mental note. J said "a crepe sounds so good right now." I flip a U. He gets out, gets a s'mores crepe. We get home. Devour it. If the crepe is any indication of how the tacos are...ima need some tacos next time. Yo but 24 hours though?! Yaaaasssss read more

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Le L.

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I ordered chicken nachos.This was so bland no Onions,Ciltrano or Mexican cheese I even asked for Jalapeños.Never again and it was almost 12 bucks! I read more

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Andrew J.

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Great little spot for Mexican food. Had a late Sunday brunch and the egg burrito was great. Excellent, friendly service, very good prices and solid portions in a part of the city I rarely visit. Check it out next time you're in the area for sure read more

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Kiyoshi S.

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Ordered online thru Doordash since their phone number didn't work. Came for pick up, wait time was about 20-30 minutes. Lamb taco was juicy, carnitas taco was dry. The lines really helps but I wish the tacos came with free toppings to freshen up the tacos, extra toppings are additional cost. The nachos with guac and salsa was as expected. Acceptable fare. read more

El Cabron - Nachos with guac and salsa ($7) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

El Cabron - Carnitas and lamb tacos come with a bit of radish and lime - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is terrible. I made the walk .7 miles to make it to this place because the reviews said it was great. The portions were tiny, and the "Slaw" was literally just chopped up lettuce with chipotle Mayo sloppily squirted on it. These guys should be ashamed calling this "slaw" it's sloppy and lazy. The shrimp did taste good, but there was 2-3 tiny shrimp in there. I tried the horchata and had little to no flavor, basically just milk with cinnamon. Stay away unless you still haven't gotten your sense of taste back from Covid, then you might actually enjoy it. read more

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This place is so fast and amazing please go support this small business during this difficult time. Their lamb burrito is the best burrito I've had in the city. I come here almost every week just for the lamb burrito. 10000/10 would recommend. read more

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25A Essex St
New York, NY 10002
Lower East Side, Chinatown
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(646) 964-5000
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Hours

What time does El Cabron open?

El Cabron opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does El Cabron close?

El Cabron closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does El Cabron take credit cards?

No, El Cabron does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does El Cabron have catering options?

No, El Cabron does not have catering options.

Does El Cabron serve alcohol?

Yes, El Cabron serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does El Cabron allow dogs?

Yes, El Cabron allows dogs.

Does El Cabron have TVs?

Yes, El Cabron has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does El Cabron have bike parking?

Yes, El Cabron has bike parking.

Does El Cabron have outdoor seating?

Yes, El Cabron has outdoor seating options.

Does El Cabron have parking?

Yes, El Cabron has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does El Cabron have free WiFi?

No, El Cabron does not have free WiFi.

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Some of the best Mexican food in the city! The flavors are excellent and the portion sizes are just…read moreperfect - not too little, not too much. The staff was superb as well! VERY friendly and willing to explain how a certain dish is cooked and what's exactly in it. My group was seated in a semi-private area that was both intimate, yet still somewhat part of the liveliness of the main dining area. We'll definitely return when we're in the area.

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As soon as you walk into Bar Mexicana you immediately are transported to a beautiful place filled…read morewith salsa music, friendly faces, and absolutely the best margaritas I've ever tasted. Extremely reasonably priced. My friends and I completely enjoyed the steak nachos and empanadas. I highly recommend.

Aw...bummer, dudes. Ambiance was litty & vibey -- tell ya mama, the vibes are electric here. The…read morefood? Meh, ya know? Fine. It did the trick for some nosh + fare. The chips were warm & the guac was yum. The service was....not rully s-e-r-v-i-n-g. Sad face, Martina. We had to flag our server down like lil whil' hyenas. Server never checked in. Server had to be summoned for both food ordering & bill; 2 stars for service. 4 for vibes. 3 for chow.

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Delicious every time!! I was told they used to add a free carrot cake slice. I wish they still did…read morethat because I love carrot cake!

Cinco de Mayo landed on my radar when a bunch of us at work were looking for a place to grab some…read morelunch. We had our usual list of spots in Midtown East, but this time we wanted something a little different. We ultimately landed on Mexican, however even then there were several spots to chose from. One of my colleagues found CdM, and since we had nothing to lose we decided to check it out. In terms of physical space at CdM, there is very little; this is actually a walk-up spot hence it is solely a takeout restaurant. The menu is pretty straightforward - lots of Mexican staples with a good variety to choose from. The burrito bowl looked good so I decided to go with that - I was given choice of protein (I chose pastor) and types of beans (I chose black). The bowl was really good - all the ingredients tasted fresh and they were generous with the portion. They added sour cream to the top of the bowl and it came with a side of salsa verde which I thought was a nice touch. We also ordered some bags of tortilla chips to share - these were my favorite kind as they were semi-thick and super crunchy. Overall, I had a solid experience at Cinco de Mayo. It definitely hit the Mexican craving spot and I would have no qualms returning for another meal.

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What a GORGEOUS space. Whoever interior decorated this restaurant deserves their tens because it is…read morea spectacle. I had only seen daytime pics, but being there in the evening is a treat. If you are someone who is looking at an aesthetic place, this is a top contender. Unfortunately, I would say this place is better looking than the food is good. The food was fine, appetizers were all fresh but lacked any real depth in flavor. I wasn't too thrilled with the bone marrow I had either (but the tortillas come in the cutest basket). Personally, if it wasn't for the drinks and the space, I cant say this place is worth it - you're not coming here for the food. Another little complaint I have is the women's restroom on the second floor - right by the door is a floor to ceiling mirror which I understand was included to make the space seem bigger, but my friends and I agreed that it is a little misleading - I kept wanting to walk into it thinking there was more space there and not wall. I would recommend maybe putting a decal on it to clearly show its mirror.

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3.0 mi•Midtown East

I was so very happy one of my favorite restaurants was still around!! Love love love the food here…read moreand even though 3 people shared 2 meals, we were still stuffed when leaving here. The staff was extremely nice, and even though we were 45 minutes late, they were able to fit us in, so appreciated that. The service was amazing. the restaurant is lovely and packed like true Mid-town NY restaurants. They surprised my mama with a song and free dessert to celebrate her birthday. The whole restaurant joined in, so nice. The food is amazing!!! I don't think they have a bad dish. My mama enjoyed which did my heart good because it's a favorite of mine and after so many years, it's still amazing . Totally recommend !! We for some reason got hooked on the hibiscus pomegranate iced tea. Yummy yum yum.

We chose this place for brunch, as it was close to where we needed to be. My friend has been to…read moretheir other location and said it was good. We had reservations and there was a party ahead of us at the entrance. No greeting or acknowledgment from the hostess upon entrance (red flag). She seated the other party and very lackadaisically returned to her booth to finally acknowledge our presence. She seated us with menus but no brunch menu even though it was still brunch time. I had to ask the waiter for it. Took a while to get order in. We ordered two apps and one entree to share. Took even longer for our food to arrive. We ordered: Nachos - they were ok Fried calamari - overly salty, slightly fishy, and COLD Chile relleno - underwhelming, lukewarm Hibiscus pomegranate iced tea - tasted like grenadine water. Zero pomegranate or hibiscus flavor. Also, different prices between brunch and regular menu. We were charged regular menu price. Overall, super underwhelming and not worth your time or money. Chipotle would've been better than this.

2.5 mi•Midtown East, Murray Hill

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Sinigual

3.7(1.3k reviews)

•$$$

This is a perfect location for Happy Hour. Not only is it away from the hustle and bustle of Times…read moreSquare, but the Happy Hour area has high-top, bar, and table seating. The menu has a long list of items and they are all reasonably priced. Our Server, Maria K., did a wonderful job throughout the meal and we were never rushed to leave our table. We started with a glass of Modelo draft beer and a Golden Margarita. The beer was served in a large glass and the Margarita was strong and well presented. Tacos are a great selection for Happy Hour and all of them (fish, chicken, carnitas) were well seasoned, the optimal amount of spiciness, and wrapped in soft shells. The Street Corn was DELICIOUS. The creamy sauce made each bite a delight and the Tahin just added to the enjoyment. When I went to the restroom, I noticed that the restaurant was very full and the low hum of the customers made the ambiance uplifting. Sinigual will definitely be added to my Happy Hour list and I highly recommend it for "happiness."

My friend had booked a table at Sinigual for Cinco de Mayo about a week prior, for 5 of us. I got…read morethere early and the hostess could not find the reservation and since I was unsure what name my friend booked it under, I decided to just wait for her. When she arrived, the hostess told her they had overbooked the evening and our reservation was "bumped" to the following day. Utter nonsense and ridiculous! I have never heard of ANY restaurant (and I frequent many restaurants) bumping someone "to the next evening" without an "ok" from the customer. It's unfortunate that Sinigual completely messed this one up - our office is close in proximity to the restaurant and we were all regular customers there for lunch and dinner.

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Dos Caminos

4.1(194 reviews)

2.8 mi•Midtown East

We were in NY with our kids (7 and 10) a few weeks ago. An experience unlike any they have had…read more After five days - we were exhausted and as we were staying a few blocks from Dos Caminos, we decided to go in for a drink and dinner they would probably accept. Our server was Cesar B. and he was incredible. His spirit, attentiveness and effort to engage our girls turned the day around. Despite being hard blocked by our 7 yr old on every menu item --- he came through with ice cream (punt!). I appreciated his service to some exasperated parents. The food met our expectations and the atmosphere was very welcoming!

Jessica was great! just the attentive service I needed after a long day of work. Super sweetread more

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Mad Dog & Beans Mexican Cantina

3.9(775 reviews)

2.5 mi•Midtown East

I went to Mad Dog & Beans for Cinco de Mayo and the energy was exactly what you'd expect--loud,…read morepacked, and very festive in the best way. The restaurant really leans into the celebration vibe with music, drinks flowing, and a crowd that was clearly there to have a good time. The service was understandably a bit stretched because of how busy it was, but the staff kept things moving and stayed upbeat. There were some delays with food and drinks, but nothing that felt unusual for a holiday like Cinco de Mayo.

I love this place! Great rowdy Mexican restaurant that is great for big groups. We loved our…read moremargarita tower. Our server was super kind and handled our big table of 8 so well. Food was so yummy too! Will definitely be back.

3.2 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

Giant Margarita Towers

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Toloache 50

4.0(2.4k reviews)

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What a marvelous little place! We arrived at Happy hour…read more I ordered the Quesadilla de pollo. It was stuffed with shredded chicken and topped with loads of cheese. My daughter ordered the Guacamole and a burrita. She raved about it. Then we shared the Beef short ribs with Thai basil... totally amazing... fork tender. Quite a busy and pretty noisy place.

Three years after my stellar reviews...It's not really the same place…read more The lobster taco that I used to dream about and went several times to satisfy my cravings is now very meh. Nothing special about it at all, it's like they forgot how to make the flavors pop. One thing I didn't like in my other visits was that the spicy version of the guac was not spicy and very bland. The other options weren't appealing to me to I tried it again. Not spicy and very bland. At least they're consistent here. Salsa was different and also bland, which is hard to do with salsa. On the plus side, I love a perfectly fried chip, and they nail the chips here. Spicy Kale was decent. Service was...passable.