Came here on 1/29/2025 and had such a great experience! From the moment we sat down, the service was amazing. The servers were all incredibly attentive, friendly, and checked in on us throughout the meal without being overbearing. It really made the whole dining experience feel welcoming and relaxed. We also checked out the happy hour, which had some pretty decent prices, definitely a great option if you're looking to grab drinks and a few bites without spending too much. The highlight for me was the empanadas. They were absolutely delicious , perfectly cooked with great flavor, and easily my favorite thing we ordered. I'd definitely recommend trying them if you go! Overall, this spot really impressed me. Great service, good happy hour deals, and tasty food. I'd 100% recommend it and I'm already looking forward to coming back! read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

3.5 - The food to me is just kind of basic here; chicken tacos were pretty good but I didn't really didn't like the empanadas. I found the guac to be kind of bland but it is made table side which is cool. I think people mainly come here for the live salsa band on weekends and bar/lounge. It's def what keeps me coming back. The salsa band is super lively and the DJ plays a good mix of Spanish music while the band takes a break. The bartenders are fast and friendly but the mixed drinks and margaritas are not good and super syrupy. All in all this is a fun place to dance! I like bringing friends here. read more

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Everything is. Not what I expected drinks were small the food over Cooked and to loud

Came here for a family gathering, birthday party. The food was good loved the fish tacos, we had a catered table all the food was good, the service was good. Serves were always available, only thing it's a little to small we had around 50 people in our party and it was to close for comfort. But we had a great time. read more

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Such a narrow place. Happy to see that this is back. So many good memories from previous location. It's a small place. Food was really good. Drinks were cold. Good customer service. read more

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Every time I come here everything is perfect service and food. You have to try this place it's amazing. The service is also amazing.

DISCLAIMER: My review is solely based on the live salsa band and dancing, not the food and drinks The bailarina in me was thriving here! Gonzalez y Gonzalez is a lively Mexican restaurant + bar with a stage and dance floor. It's spacious, but gets extremely packed as the night goes on. It's well decorated with Mexican-themed wall art and neon lighting. It's a great atmosphere for celebrations or a date night, especially if you love to dance and listen to Spanish music. They clear the dining tables at 11pm to make room for a dance floor. They also host free salsa dance lessons and have live salsa bands on select days (mostly the weekends). Check the calendar on their website for the dates! We came here on a Friday night close to midnight. We waited in line for about 15 minutes or so until we got in. Be aware that there's a $20 cover charge (CASH ONLY) and a $3 coat check per item. They are strict about checking in jackets, bags, and hats. It was packed like SARDINES in there, but we still had a great time listening to the live salsa band and dancing the night away! The DJ played the perfect mix of merengue, bachata, reggaeton, and dembow - new and old classics! They have late night hours so you can dance your heart away all night and well into the early morning. CATCH ME ON THE DANCE FLOOR! read more

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Came for dinner after watching NYU game and plus wifey loves Mexican food. Ordered a variety of things - MIL got steak tacos, wifey got a steak burrito, lil man got shrimp empanadas, and I got fried shrimp and calamari. We also got chips and guacamole for the table. Overall food was pretty good. Lil man didn't like his shrimp empanadas though - he said too much vegetables and not enough shrimp. The burrito tasted fine. MIL liked her tacos. And the fried shrimp and calamari was lightly fried and tasted fine. We were seated right away. Had to show ID at the front, which I have never done before anywhere else but was not bothered by it. Inside was dark. Hard to see the plates. Service was good. The waiter made our guacamole table side and it tasted great. The only thing was we had to wait a bit for the waiter to come around to ask for the check. But then again there was maybe two servers working. Overall a pleasant experience. We have not been here in years. And I'm glad that the place is still open. read more

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I love coming here! I can't believe it's taken this long for me to write a review! I have been coming to this location for the last 10 years and I always have a great time! Happy hour is a steal! And can't get enough of the food. I had my birthday dinner here last fall with coworkers and they loved it also. We are trying to plan our next work dinner soon! The ambiance is great! Always great music and amazing attitude with staff, I love that most of the staff has been with them for years! Make the place more personable! read more

If you want to get your salsa, bachata and merengue on come after 10 there's a charge at the door but it's worth it. They usually have a live band. I have t ate hear but I've heard good things, the drinks though weren't all that and although they are busy the service is decent . However just for the music and dancing alone it's worth it see you there read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I usually always come here to grab a bite to eat with some wine when I'm shopping in soho. Always a nice vibe with good service, I decided to try the tacos this time because I always get the calamari & shrimp. It's delicious! read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - Roasted chicken tacos & a glass of Pinot Grigio - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Came to celebrate a birthday! From the moment you step in, Gonzalez y Gonzalez offers a dynamic experience that seamlessly transitions from a great restaurant to an exciting nightlife spot. The drinks are a standout feature - absolutely amazing and perfectly crafted to complement the delicious food. The culinary offerings are equally impressive, with a menu that delivers great flavors and satisfying dishes. What sets this venue apart is its unique ability to transform as the night progresses. By evening, the restaurant evolves into a lively nightclub, offering patrons a complete entertainment experience. Bring an extra pair of shoes; learned the hard way! Practical amenities enhance the overall experience. The coat check downstairs is a convenient touch, allowing guests to enjoy the evening without worrying about their belongings. An added bonus is the iPhone charger station - a thoughtful feature that shows the venue's attention to customer needs. Had to use it myself. Bathrooms are downstairs and prepare to walk a little. Whether you're looking for a great meal, exceptional drinks, or a fun night out, Gonzalez y Gonzalez New York delivers on all fronts. It's a versatile spot that caters to different moods and moments throughout the evening. read more

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After calling to inquire about their Groupon, I spoke with Stephanie, who was truly a delight! Her energy was EVERYTHING--warm, welcoming, and instantly got us excited for our visit. As a lifelong New Yorker, of course I knew of Gonzalez y Gonzalez, but it had been at least a decade since my last visit. Safe to say, this experience was a great reintroduction. The Groupon was a fantastic deal, including a shared appetizer, two entrées each, one dessert, and four drinks--definitely bang for our buck! We started with the Mezcal Mussels, which came in a flavorful sauce with toasted bread (we immediately wanted more!). For entrées, we had the Chicken Chimichanga and Chuletas Al Pastor, both solid choices. And the churros? Unexpectedly AMAZING! Crispy, warm, and perfectly dusted with cinnamon sugar. For drinks, I had the Spicy Jalapeño Margarita, while my partner went for the Mango Margarita--both hit the spot. As self-proclaimed foodies, while this wasn't the best Mexican food we've ever had, it was undeniably a solid choice for good eats, great value, and an even better vibe. The service was top-notch, with multiple staff members checking in on us from the moment we walked in. Our server, Carlos, was friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations, which really set the tone for a wonderful night. We left just before the salsa dancing started, but it's clearly a longstanding tradition and looks like a fun time--whether you're a seasoned dancer or just there to enjoy the energy. Overall, Gonzalez y Gonzalez delivers neighborhood vibes, solid food, and a memorable night out. We'd absolutely return (maybe for brunch next?!)--and you should too! read more

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Great Ambiance , music was awesome. The live band and DJ were spectacular . I recommend this place for out of town visitors that don't want to venture outside of Manhattan read more

Having lived near a sizable Mexican community in Homestead, Florida, I can say that we are accustomed to authentic cuisine. The restaurant's ambiance is quite pleasant, and I really appreciate the location. It is relatively small and compact, which can give the impression of being more crowded than it actually is. We opted for some traditional Mexican dishes based on the patrons present, and while the flavors were quite good, they didn't fully match what we're used to. Nevertheless, we would recommend this place, so be sure to come by for an enjoyable atmosphere. read more

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Lively place and eclectic group of people! We stopped in for dinner but had no idea they would clear the floor and it turn into a dancing floor with a live band- who were AMAZING BY THE WAY! If you're looking for something to do on a Friday or Saturday night, I would definitely swing by this place grab some food and then change your shoes and head out to the dance floor. Great concept! read more

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Came here for a birthday party and had a nice time. For the group, it's $100 per person for open hour, appetizers and one entree (a great deal for the city). The appetizer boards had a little bit of everything (Buffalo wings, potato croquettes, etc) nothing Mexican funny enough. They made fresh Guac in front of you which was nice. The entrees themselves were decently sized and flavorful. I had the enchiladas de mole and they were good but didn't taste like it had much seasoning. The waiters were very attentive and constantly kept our drinks full. I recommend the spicy margs for sure. By 11, the place turns into a Latin night club of sorts - a lot of fun. read more

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Just like most places in LES it gets pretty tight! Food and drinks are okay but it takes a really really really long time to make order cause there's only one or two bartenders for a bar the length of the whole building. It's great for dancing but if you're not there to salsa maybe just don't go, it gets really tight! read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

This was our 3rd time at Gonzalez y Gonzalez. The food is always amazing and everything tastes fresh. Dayana was amazing and was attentive, friendly, and overall just amazing! read more

Went there yesterday for Salsa Saturdays and it was horrible. Haven't been there in many years and was surprised at the smaller location. It's tiny, overly crowded, bad DJ, and on top of that some idiot bouncer kept walking through the dance floor along the wall to pick up bottles and cups interrupting everyone dancing in the already tiny space. DJ played good songs but had a horrible mix so it was hard to follow and going to coat check on the way out found roaches crawling around. Disgusting. Wasn't there for the food thankfully but I guess it wouldn't have mattered if it was amazing. Not the G&G of old. Never again! read more

Celebrated a birthday here with a group of friends. We had a 8:30pm resy for a Friday night. This works out great if you want to stay for salsa dancing. The ambiance is cool with colorful chili peppers draped around the bar, artistic mural along the wall, and the giant sombrero. Menus are only via QR code, which is a challenge with spotty cell service there. We tried to get a recommendation on a drink or Margarita. No advice just simply 'they are all good.' As vegetarians we were looking for options but felt very rushed. The server came by multiple times despite us not having much time to review the menu. We got Guac for the table which they make in front of you. Nice touch. Pretty good but could have given more chips with the two avocados we used. I ordered the vegetarian burrito. The portion is huge but sadly very bland and mostly full of rice. I expected beans and veggies. Comes with a side salad heavily drenched in dressing. Other items ordered were okay...veggie quesadillas & nachos. The mole sauce isn't vegetarian so we couldn't get that. The best items were probably the vegan taco salad and guac. As for drinks they gave the Passionfruit and basic Margarita on the rocks in festive cups with a cactus stand. However the rest of the Margs came in basic boring glasses. The fruit whisky looked like a kids cup. I had to remind them it was my birthday though I indicated it earlier. So you can choose one dessert item. They put a sombrero on you (that you can keep) and bring out your dessert. They tried to light the candle a few times and gave up. So there was no candle to blow out. There were also 1-2 candles on our table always out. Maybe they could replace these with electronic candles? Dancing doesn't technically begin until after 10pm yet we had people dancing around us. Someone came to our table to stamp us ensuring we could stay for dancing after. Otherwise there is a $20 cover the come for dancing only. We felt very rushed to wrap so they could table our table out and open the dance floor. A bit awkward that folks are dancing and there are still other table seated & dining. The first hour there is DJ playing a mix of music. There is nowhere to store leftovers or the birthday sombrero. You either have to dance with it or drop it in coat check for $3 per item. Not worth it so they disposed of it. Security is very strict constantly circling around if anyone leaves a hat, scarf, food or anything anywhere they are on it instantly! At midnight a live band is on stage singing salsa music. They were great! This is when it starts getting very crowded. There is a restroom on the lower level which is a journey to get to. This is also where coat check is. We left close to 1am and there was a line to get in. Overall, food & service are lacking and felt very rushed. However, the live music & salsa dancing are fun. I'd suggest going on a Thursday night when cover is $10 and they have salsa lessons. The band also starts playing earlier. read more

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Great drinks, staff, and food. Joey and his crew are the best. Lively atmosphere you'll have a joyous good time!

Oh my gosh, we had such a blast at this salsa club!!! I think the thing I was most impressed by with this place is how organized they are - from the second you step foot there is a clear direction of where you go, where you coat check, pointers to the bathroom, then arrows to the bar and dancefloor - everything is a well-oiled machine to stay organized! I really liked that they switched music throughout the night - they would play reggaeton music and then switch to an AMAZING live band! We only came for the nightlife part but I think a lot of people like to come here for dinner and then change their shoes out! I would 1000% come back! The basement is a bit of a tunnel with a long line where the bathrooms are just FYI! :) read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez is an establishment located on Mercer St. in the Greenwich Village section of Manhattan. Accessible via various trains that include the B, D, F, 6, R, etc., it is close to the popular Angelika Movie Theater and blocks away from other hang-out spots and stores. When I arrived to Gonzalez y Gonzalez, I was fascinated by the beautifully painted mural-styled art/pictures on the walls as well as their vibrantly colorful stage area. Gonzalez y Gonzalez has colorful decor, dope lightning fixtures / arrangements, a cool bar area, etc. It is clean and the bathroom facility is in the basement of the establishment - Please do not wait until you really have to go because it takes some minutes to reach the bathroom stalls-lol. We went last Sunday and my friend made a dinner reservation for 7pm. Gonzalez y Gonzalez has multiple cocktails, appetizers, entrees & desserts. She had the Tequila Jumbo Shrimp (medium spicy) -dish was sauteed w/ red & green peppers, onions, tequila & served w/ white rice, avocado slices and garnished w/ crispy guajillo chili. I had the Crispy Skin Salmon - Pan Seared Salmon w/ garlic mashed potatoes sauteed asparagus & tortilla strips, garnished w/ cilantro & surrounded by Lobster Chipotle Sauce. We had such delicious, well-seasoned entrees. She let me taste some of her Mezcal Margarita, which was delightfully smoky & good tasting. We then stayed for the 8pm Free Bachata Dance Class / Free Bachata Lesson w/ Dance Instructor Migdalia Santiago. It was a 30-minute dance lesson and staff cleared out the dining tables & seats to make room for us patrons to dance on the floor. Migdalia was fun, bubbly and full of positive, infectious energy as she led the Bachata Class / Bachata Dance Lesson. Migdalis let us know at the end of class that she instructs Salsa/Bachata dance at Gonzalez y Gonzalez on other days & times. For the duration of our visit, reggaeton music , meringue music, etc. blasted and people danced the evening away. If you like Salsa / Bachata Dancing, then this is a great place for you. Hours of Operation - Thursday - 4pm - 2am Friday & Saturday - 4pm - 4am Sunday - (Brunch 1pm-3pm) - 4pm - Midnight (Dinner / Dancing) Happy Hour Everyday 4pm - 7pm Free Salsa / Bachata Class- Dance Lesson is on Thursdays @ 9pm and on Sundays @ 8pm. Gonzalez y Gonzalez also has live Salsa Bands on various days (check website for more information). Please know that there is a cover charge on certain days if you come to Gonzalez y Gonzalez after certain evening hours - they also conduct bag checks. If you eat here, they automatically include a 20% gratuity in your bill (then place alternate gratuity options towards the bottom of the bill). Although I have mixed feelings about establishments that engage in this practice, we decided to pay the 20% as the food was really good. Website - gygnyc.com Instagram - @gygnyc Twitter - @GyGnyc read more

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Came in with two friends on a Saturday night around 9 with a reservation. It was filled inside and definitely felt like a saturday night ready to party vibe with a younger crowd. They turn into a salsa club at 11:30, and they came around to the tables and gave us stamps to stay for the club turn over after dinner. Service was good. We had the guac and salsa with chips, chimichangas, a shrimp burrito, the chicken & steak fajitas, the love martini, and the mexican sea breeze. The drinks were decently tasty and definitely on the strong side, which is always nice. Food was good. Nothing mind blowing but we each enjoyed our meal. The guac was made fresh with a whole avocado at our table, which was tasty. Finding my way to the bathroom was a fun adventure though, lots of hallways in that basement! read more

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I came here for a friends birthday the friday before Halloween and it was a nice vibe. The DJ was great, the music was good up until that point, a live band came on after, it was all great. I did not eat here, they took all the tables away shortly after we arrived, so no update on food. However, the drinks were overpriced and the bartender was definitely overwhelmed. Their music is usually on point and you can dance. So its always nice to pop in. read more

Have never felt more uncomfortable in a bar in my life. Our group was singled out and then the bouncer pushed our friend because the bouncer was unable to control our situation well. Very unprofessional and poorly run establishment. Did not feel comfortable as a group and was told we would receive a refund but never did. Would not recommend. read more

Can I give it zero stars? Must be doing terrible profits because they were forcing us to coat check if we wanted to stay. I had a corduroy shirt on. Meanwhile all the workers had coats on. Make it make sense. Will never come back. read more

If you are looking for a night of live salsa music, this is the place for you! I first came here for a birthday dinner and got a pre-fixe menu that included unlimited drinks until 11pm, assorted appetizers and entreé from the menu. The passionfruit ma Margaritas were perfect!! It came out to about $130 per person but we ordered extras. At about 11:30, the staff removed all the tables and a DJ started off with music for dancing, thereafter a salsa band came out singing beautiful music. The only thing I didn't like is the bouncers came out of nowhere and forced all my friends to check their coat ($2?), sweaters included! Food: typical Mexican Music: excellent classic salsa, be prepared to dance Service: excellent read more

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We came to New York for our nieces graduation from NYU, she suggested this place for drinks and dance! They had a salsa instructor that gave a 1/2 hour free salsa class, before the dancing began. We danced and drank our asses off! Such a great vibe. If you get there by 8:00pm there is still table service. After 9:00, tables get removed for Salsa dancing! There is a coat checkin and bathrooms at the basement level. Lady down there that keeps it clean and has chucherias that you can buy. Around 9:30pm ish l, live Salsa band! In love . They played so well. Highly recommend this place It's super casual but if you want to wear your salsa dress, do you Boo! Come and enjoy the night away and get your drink on! read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - The stage with a gorgeous hand painted mural - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Don't come at 10:30pm on a Saturday cause you're gonna have to wait in line even if you're alone and your friends are already inside. Just wait. After 11pm they move out the tables so they can let in more people but it's really not worth standing in line for 30+ min which is why I said don't come at that time lol. Can't speak to the food but the ambiance is cool. Good music, long bar. read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez is still open! I'm so glad I saw this thanks to my Yelp Friend Alexis. I spent a lot of time in this neighborhood when my office was nearby on Broadway. I would have lunch with my coworkers and sometimes I would eat alone. I loved the Tacos and the Burritos. They prepared the dishes for me just as I specifically asked them due to my allergies. I have to say I don't remember the dance club. I always sat at a table for two. The tables were lined up as you enter. You could just take a seat and in no time you were taken care of. Perfect service when you are on your lunch break. I'm recommending. The food is delicious. read more

It's very cute inside and I love the music and decor, BUT the security guards are very abusive and nasty. Me and my friends waited on a long line and paid a fee for come in just to barely be able to move inside and then got SHOVED by the body guard(yes he put his hands on me and pushed me). I let that go and then he pushed my sister as well and I told him there is no where for us to move to and then he was nasty. I don't know why they think they can push and shove ppl who pay to come in and have a good time. We didn't do anything wrong , just happened to be standing behind ppl who weren't moving and then WE get pushed?!!! Thats disgusting. Turned off to go back even though I did love the music. Just wanted to go dance and have a good time only to wait forever and pay a lot of money only to be pushed aggressively by a grown man. read more

I visited this restaurant/club for my friends birthday and really enjoyed my time. The food was ok. Small menu, but the empanadas and tacos were pretty good. Table side guacamole is delicious and huge. I wouldn't come back for the food. It turns into a pretty fun dance club after 11. read more

Food was good Service excellent Live music and DJ asomen but after midnight was a lot young people people dressing regular like jeans sneakers and drinking like crazy that was the only negative thing about this nice place Ambiance everything was great until young people staring to arrive drunk read more

Delicious food and an excellent service. Beautifully decorated place with festive colors and great atmosphere. Can't wait to go back! read more

We came here for dinner before their Halloween fiesta!! Great Spanish music!! Nice space! The food was okay! Drinks was good! read more

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Excellent food and service. First we had the Guacamole Bowl table side service Then ordered the Trio Fajitas....Lots of flavor read more

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In a nutshell: A scaffolding-hidden Mexican restaurant with a lot of potential but also with room for improvement. THE GOOD I love that they decided to advertise their otherwise hidden restaurant, have it not been for the guy that was handling the flyers on the corner of Broadway and Houston had a neon marquee scrolling above his head saying MARGARITA & the word happy hour... BOOM you got me! This is the only time I've seen flyers handling the right way: 1 A scrolling marquee definitely stops the traffic and 2 they are not asking, instead they go about "I've got a deal you might like" in a not aggressive or bored-to-death manner. THE BAD This spacious place, which seems to also host salsa classes is more conducive for groups or hanging out at the bar rather than if you are by yourself. Not conducive to work there and the noise levels might be too loud (not at the time I went, around 6PM, but you can tell how busy can get later) to have a business meeting or intimate conversation. Unfortunately, other than A salad and cold chips with under-seasoned guacamole there wasn't anything else vegan, so after done with the chips I ordered the check. On average, restaurants that advertise promotions or happy hours, do not have delicious food just edible you-got-to-eat dishes so I didn't had any expectations coming in. The frozen margarita is a winner, I would had ordered a second round had the restaurant had anything else vegan to offer but I did not expect the check... First to display in the bill that I was a party of 2 when in fact I was alone the entire time nor at any point I said I was expecting someone to join me but that was only the justification to charge me a gratuity fee. The fee is menial but, removing my knowledge of how the restaurant industry works, any other client would had call the manager or out right discuss it with the server, very justified. However, although the service was very friendly, I only tipped a fraction given they decided for me on how much the service was worth. Have they not included that gratuity fee, I would had tipped closer to a 50% of the cost because I didn't get to consume as much nor stay as long as I would had wanted. THE BEST If you check-in with Yelp, they give you a shot of tequila, now THAT'S GREAT INCENTIVE!!! The staff and waiters are very friendly and the music was a good potpourri of different Latin genres. I can not give further opinion on the menu but the decor and space are very inviting to come later at night and weekends where the ambiance should match the potential energy of this place. If alone for the salsa classes or to watch your drunk friends ridicule themselves, this is a restaurant to try out at least once. read more

Gonzalez y Gonzalez - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

There was a door charge to get in but we wanted to enjoy ourselves and the music. I believe it might have been 10 or 20 bucks. Went later in the evening and didn't eat. Went to enjoy music and dancing! What a fun night. Salsa live music was on point. Lots of drinks and dancing! Enjoyed our time ! read more