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Gordo's Cantina

4.2 (330 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Serxjo A.

Chilaquiles Rojos was almost to my liking, was missing the spiciness, the kick that would open your eyes , overall is good, good flavor. Staff very friendly, service is quick. That I loved! I hate waiting too long. Place is simple, causal not too loud, guess cause they had just open i was the only one there hahaha, I liked the vibe. And almost forgot they are dog friendly , thats the extra star to make it 5

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mayra F.

This has been our spot for years now, my husband and I started going even before we had children and now we continue to go with our 3 boys! Micheladas are my favorite, even during my pregnancy I was still able to have them but virgin style with topo chico. Staff are very nice and friendly, and service is 10/10. We go weekly, definitely recommend

Rajas con Queso Burritas
Vishnu G.

I had the rajas con queso burritos, which came filled with cheese, rajas, black beans, and pico de gallo. The dish came with a green salsa on the side. The beans had some nice flavor to them, and the tortilla tasted fresh. The rajas were super crunchy, though I would've preferred them to have been cooked a bit softer. This is more of a fork and knife kind of burrito - I tried picking it up and it wouldn't really stay together. I felt the portions were a bit small for $23 with tax and tip, but otherwise the flavors were adequate.

Enchiladas de Mole Negro Oaxaqueno
Alyssa A.

There's a reason this restaurant is on the Michelin Guide, and that's because everything about dining here is incredible - from the delicious food, to the lively ambiance, to the great service. Everything we ordered was delicious. While the Enchiladas de Mole Negro Oaxaqueno were great, their tacos were, without question, the best thing on their menu. The carnitas tacos plate was only $15 and came with 4 fat tacos filled with flavorful, tender, juicy carnitas - through some salsa on top, and it's perfect. Delish! Their homemade tortilla chips with their 4 salsas is also great and a perfect starter to the meal. They don't take reservations, and it can definitely get busy here, so plan ahead. Definitely a must-stop for some incredible Mexican food.

Joanne H.

came here for lunch and my favorites were DEF the salsas, i do think i've had better tacos elsewhere though the food: got the shredded pork but that comes with tortillas on the side, the tiger shrimp tacos, chips and guac, and chips and trio of salsas. i was disappointed that they did not have al pastor, and the shredded pork wasn't my favorite. i do think the tiger shrimp was very delicious and flavorful (a similar one can also be found at mariscos del submarino). salsas were the star of the show! the space: small but cozy! the service: attentive

My babies enjoying the pending summer
Sundeep S.

HIDDEN GEM ALERT!! The doctors, surgeons, nurses, residents, fellows, nurses, X-ray techs, pharmacy techs, and patients in the waiting room have a star on their hands! Situated a blocks walk from the world famous Wykoff hospital, this place dished out authentic Mexican cuisine faster than you can say chimichanga. The food and ambiance are both solid. Dog friendly and people friendly, this quaint place can quietly hold its own against some of the more snobbish $$$ - $$$$ Mexican establishments in nearby greenpoint. My hot wife had margheritas which were great while I had beer and tequila shots which well... beer and tequila shots. I was drinking wine that evening and I don't like to mix as I'm in my mid 40's but they don't serve wine (only downside). It was nice to kick a few back and forget about the world. Let's talk the mainstay buzzer beater.. the food!!! Delicious, aspiring, ambitious, native, rich, warm, and fresh. We had the nachos with guacamole (Top 5 I have had in my life aside from my wife's). And I have had a lot of guacamole (more than than average person as I was a ship doctor for celebrity cruises and Royal Caribbean for a good part of my career. Our ship would dock all over Mexico every single weekend!) Getting back to the guac, it was chunky and chips fried from scratch. Definitely hit the spot as we had two plates! For appetizers, we ordered pork butt tacos with fresh Mexican cheese (not Kraft or BJs cheese... authentic Mexican stringy white cheese). Delicious and could eat 10 of those on a rich and heavy Saturday night after drinking. Entrees.. Wife had the open face quesadilla which she said was dynamite. But my order of the el presidente (tiger shrimp burrito) was like a flavor napalm that went off in my mouth and skids down my esophagus. A bonafide show stopper. I inhaled it like I inhale oxygen. It was incredible. Soft succulent tiger shrimp in creamy sauce. It was outstanding. We went during happy hour (4-7pm) and ate on the picnic bench outside with our babies. Going back is an understatement. This is our Mexican flavor of the summer. We plan on spending the summer there outside, drinking cold beers, fading a few shots of tequila, and eating tacos by the handful. All while admiring the beauty and epitome of warm city living that is Bushwick. Bushwick is the next Greenpoint but without the commercialization and dirty streets!!

Steak tacos
Rachel V.

Came here for date night once and have been back another two times within the last month. Their tacos are delicious, their margaritas are strong, and their staff kind. This place is rather dimly lit and compact although they do offer outdoor seating which is great during the warmer seasons. They've got high top tables and a few lower ones, you can also sit at the bar facing the street or the kitchen. Food wise, highly recommend carnitas tacos. Their tacos are filled with so much meat, you will be full after an order of them. Boyfriend enjoys their agua frescas and mango margaritas. Their bathroom is clean but again, quite dimly lit. The ambiance is super laid back and chill and the staff are all super nice and approachable. I really enjoy the vibes and food of this place and it's going to be a regular rotation for date nights. Highly recommend trying them out!

Taco Gobernador
Claire M.

I was around the area so a friend and I popped in to have lunch together on a Saturday. This spot was on my list for a while because it is on Michelin's Bib Gourmand list. Enchiladas de Mole Oaxaqueno: A MUST! The flavor of the mole is amazing. It is probably the best mole I have ever had. I would come out of my way to eat here again. Taco Gobernador: The shrimp is huge!! Even though it is on the pricey side, it was totally worth it. One of the best shrimp tacos I've ever had. 10/10 would go again here! I highly recommend!

Margarita
Dionne H.

I have had 3 wonderful meals here . The drinks are also well made and there is a happy hour. One can sit at a table the bar or outside . The flavors are so authentic and wonderful . The food is so fresh I always assume because of the size of the restaurant it would be very crowded I have never experienced that. It is cool and casual and one doesn't feel rushed I have had the shrimp cocktail type appetizer, birria quesadilla (twice) and a salad I want to try the guacamole trio which is an appetizer This place is good for solo dates or with friends

Carolina S.

Ay,dios mio! This place is killer. My friend has been raving about it for the last year. He forgets that he mentions it all the time and every time it's fully animated and with heart eyes. The other week I passed Gordo's Cantina and could see there was already a line. I knew that I would have to visit sooner than later. I popped in to treat myself for a to go lunch. I love the decor inside it's a more modern but fun take on Mexican decor. The bartender who helped me out with the menu was helpful in explaining. He mentioned the faves while also making drinks. I ordered the burritas with shrimp, a homemade horchata and one of their signature restaurant bags in the best lime green. I am drawn to the bag because of the rat....I know it's weird but also it's so NY. The bartender mentioned they had just made the horchata. Something about homemade horchata that really gets my motor running. It was banging. Holy smokes. When I got home it looks like I got the tacos instead of the burritas. The difference is tacos are the corn tortillas and burritas are flour. The tacos were still delicious. Since spring has sprung in NY, I was mad craving guac and a margarita. I hit up my friend who made the introduction. It was super sunny and nice but the wind was a blowin'. Dang! When we arrived every table outside was still taken and there are a number of options from two tops to group tables. I would highly recommend arriving early. Happy hour is 3-7. $6 Margaritas! We snagged a table on the inside. Props to the bartender who was also our dj and picked such a lovely array of current punk tunes that I love mixed with some old faves. We ordered the guac and chips. Totally hit the spot. I had to try the octopus tacos. I adore octopus. It's super easy to overcook and it can toughen up. Luckily Gordo's knows what they are doing. The octopus was super tender. My tacos were worth the price tag. I would highly recommend. Our waitress was a total doll and made sure we could squeeze one more margarita during the happy hour. Can't wait to be a regular. So happy to have Gordo's in the neighborhood. Flautas, churros and corn are still on my to taste list. Here's hoping they add a veggie or seafood torta, please.

Great food and service! Also the drinks are amazing! The tamales are out of this world!

shrimp tacos, Carnitas Quesadilla, Salsas
Sam T.

Best tacos I've had in NYC in a minute! These are SIZEABLE tacos, not your typical fit-in-your hand ones at a taqueria but rather, absolutely loaded. Two was more than enough of a meal for me and my buds. The shrimp taco was so deliciously cheesed up and stuffed with tender shrimp. The carnita quesadilla was also very tender and juicy. We loved that our server recommended the salsas with a scoop of guac for the starter. Each salsa was clearly fresh made with love and the chips were crispy and delicious. Overall an amazing meal, a hip hole in the wall edgy ambience. I would go back just for the shrimp taco.

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Tacos were expensive & bland. Enchiladas were undercooked. The server & vibes were nice.

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Love the margaritas!!! Great little spot for a quick fix and great drinks. Service was great and attentive.

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