The food is tasty. The service is good. The people are great. The ambiance is cozy. It's a small restaurant. I went with a couple of friends and the main dish did take a while to arrive. The appetizers were delicious, we got the calamari and yucca fries. The only thing I will say is that their portions do not match what they're charging. I thought it was a bit overpriced and we barely got calamari and yucca fries. Our main dish was tacos and we barely got anything. The whole idea of having a mix of Greek and Mexican cuisine is cool and wonderful. I don't want to stray you away from this place. I think if you want to give it a go, it's great, and hey maybe you end up liking it more than me and my friends read more

I came here on a Thursday with 3 girlfriends. We made a reservation but there was plenty of seating. We ordered the chips and guac as an app I ordered the moussaka enchiladas for dinner and it was so good. The béchamel was so creamy and I loved the meat and eggplant inside My friends got the lamb shank orzo and birria tacos. We all devoured our meals. We also loved the dessert. The churro nachos. The chips were cinnamon sugar and so crispy and covered in dulce de leche, strawberries, banana and a scoop of ice cream. The baklava cheesecake was also great. Our waitress was great, she didn't rush us. The restaurant was filled with tables of friends of all ages and it was so nice to see. They also have bar seating. All of the dishes had a little Greek, a little Mexican and I can't wait to come back and try them! read more

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Maybe the food was good. It was hard to remember after having to pay extra because my kids wanted apple juice instead of the fountain drink offered with their meal. Seemed odd, but we were assured that any restaurant would charge extra since juice is not technically a fountain drink. Odd hill to die on, but fair enough. This was weeks ago at this point, but since then I have asked almost every restaurant and have been met with the same incredulous look when asked if juice would be extra for my kids if they didn't want soda. Almost thought I was going crazy for a second, but no. Grexicana just greedy read more

A friend told me about Grexicana and after reading about the Greek/Mexican fusion, I couldn't wait to check it out. The food was such an interesting mix of Greek and Mexican and was very good. There was so much to choose from. I asked the server where the motivation came from to mix Greek and Mexican and he said the chef is Mexican and the owner Greek. Perfect! The restaurant also was mixed in decor and was so cool. I will explore better next time! read more

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Grexicana is Amazing & Healthy! Had their beet, arugula, goat cheese and pomegranate salad, wow! The Pan seared branzino was a very large portion, pan fried to perfection. This is a hidden gem! And finally the service is over the top great. Thank you Grexicana for being awesome! read more

This is a cute location with decent food. We went on an off time and it was not busy but I did not expect it to be at that time of day. It is nicely decorated inside but a little dark. Food was decent. Empanadas were good. Server was nice but it felt forced. read more

Went here with my husband and my adult son. The service was top notch! Definitely casual atmosphere. I had a coconut Margarita which was soooo good and sooo filling! We all had the Burria, which was awesome. What a really great fusion. read more

Grexicana - Coconut Margarita! - Mexican Near Me - Farmingdale, New York

I recently checked out Grexicana in Farmingdale after spotting it through one of my American Express resy dining promotions. I had some restaurant credits to use and figured it was the perfect chance to try something new. The name caught my attention right away because it is a mix of Greek and Mexican cuisine, which is not something you see every day. Awesome that it is located blocks alway from my home. I met up with a friend from the neighborhood for a few late-night drinks, and we decided to stop by. The place has a cozy and trendy interior, and it wasn't too crowded for a Saturday night around 9 PM. It was a comfortable spot to relax, enjoy a few drinks, and catch up after dinner. The service was excellent and the staff were very friendly and attentive. We ordered beers, nachos, and their standout lamb tacos. The combination of Greek and Mexican flavors worked surprisingly well. The lamb (gyro?) ) was flavorful and it was such a creative twist to have it wrapped in a taco. The nachos were generous in portion and went perfectly with our drinks. The overall presentation and taste of everything made the experience even better. I honestly enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. It is the kind of place where you can unwind, have a few drinks, and enjoy good food without feeling rushed. The concept itself is refreshing, and it feels like they really put effort into making the fusion work. I will definitely be coming back again, especially to try more of their menu beyond the tacos and nachos. read more

Grexicana - Mexican Near Me - Farmingdale, New York

Not a huge place and it was for sure lively on a Friday night. The bar side kinda gives divey vibes. The dinning space has the murals displaying the Greek and Mexican fusion. Quite a concept, not something I've seen before. They have a large creative menu that embodies their fusion but I have mixed feelings with what we got. For drinks, we got a classic margarita and the hibiscus agua Fresca. The margarita wasn't bad wasn't great. The hibiscus tasted more like pomegranate but I did enjoy it(I like pomegranate). To eat we got the chorizo saganaki Mac and cheese. I actually did enjoy this. It was cheesy a nice amount of chorizo and good choice in noodle. We also got the calamari and yucca fries app. It had a truffle esque sauce. I liked it but it was too thick. Almost buttery consistency it didn't work well for a fried item. The calamari was mid and not a lot of yucca(personally prefer a less battered yucca fry). The food took a very long time to come out. The bartender apologized and we weren't in a rush so we didn't really mind but the calamari and yucca didn't really come out hot. I love the thought behind the fusion, maybe some items are better than others. read more

Was there for lunch. Good menu options; food authentic. We had the usual, freshly made guacamole. Shrimp quesadillas. Grill octopus. All delightful. read more

Awesome restaurant! Good was delicious. We wanted to order more it was that good. Nice portions, good flavors and the meat was so tender. Staff were so nice and welcoming, one of the chefs even came out and chatted with customers. Love the decorations and wall decor. Very clean and welcoming. Will definitely be coming back again read more

We came to Grexicana for dinner as a family of four and had a really nice experience overall. It's a family-owned spot, and both the owners and waitstaff were genuinely friendly and welcoming, which always makes a difference. Service was a bit on the slow side, but it felt more relaxed than frustrating--this would actually be a great place to hang out with friends and take your time. For mains, we ordered the mole enchiladas, salmon al pastor, burger on queso, fish tacos, shrimp tacos, and a side of lemon potatoes. The standouts were definitely the salmon al pastor and the mole enchiladas--both were flavorful and well executed. The fish taco was also very good, especially with the pickled onions. The shrimp taco, however, was a bit dry since it didn't come with a sauce. For dessert, we shared the churro split and Mexican brownies. Both were good and definitely on the sweet side, but the real stars here are the mains. We didn't order drinks, but many tables around us did, so they must be doing something right on that front too. Parking is available on the side, which is convenient. Overall, a nice neighborhood spot with solid food and a welcoming vibe. Would definitely come back, especially for the salmon and enchiladas. read more

I had compiled a list of 10 Farmingdale restaurants, and although all of them were highly acclaimed. There was only one place my tummy craved. Grexicana, a Greek-Mexican restaurant with Mexican and Greek art plastered on its walls, and mystical music lightly comforting the ambiance. It was to my surprise and excitement the place was empty. As if they were waiting for us, and the experience was so nice, like we reserved the restaurant and became part of their family. The service was superb. I didn't feel guilty asking the waitress for her recommendation, and as I listened intently to her description of the top menu items, I realized a big problem. EVERYTHING SOUNDED SO GOOD. We had the grilled halloumi with carnitas as an appetizer and I loved how familiar the ingredients were to me. Delicious squeaky cheese fried lightly and paired with tasty lamb and sauce. I recommend pairing the hot sauce with the pickled jalapeno and onion. I loved our entree, the lamb birria over orzo; the orzo served as a shuttle of flavor and the lamb was tender sitting in its juices. There's nothing a man craves more at the end of the day than tender meat and a juicy trip to flavortown. My partner had the chorizo pastitsio, a harmonious marriage of Mexican & Greek. The bechemel would slide into the pasta and chorizo, leaving a lingering satisfaction so divine after every bite. Just when we were about to leave we we were offered Pandora's box...we opened the dessert menu. Our greatest hits all curated coincidentally into one menu. Churro, icecream, brownies, baklava, cheesecake. I had the baklava cheesecake w/ baklava icecream and my partner had the brownie w/ icecream. The first taste of our plates had our eyes wide, and when we experimented with what we ordered, it was otherworldly experience. Pricing was fair, and the portion size was exemplary, we came home with plenty of extra plates to share and enjoy for the next day. We want to commend the kitchen staff, the waitress and the waiter who kept our drinks flowing and our laughs going. read more

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We came here for my brother's birthday, and it was a great experience! We were a party of nine. I had the green apple pomegranate mocktail it was phenomenal! For starters, we had the cheese curds, calamari, and guacamole, and honestly, I was so surprised by the flavors in each dish. I had the salmon as my entrée and was blown away. The food was truly out of this world compliments to the chef! Tina was our waitress, and she was amazing. We didn't feel rushed at all. Thank you to all the staff for making my little brother's birthday one to remember read more

Grexicana Farmingdale, NY @grexicana_farmingdale Grexicana is serving up a unique combination of Mexican & Greek cuisine and is the perfect fusion to send your tastebuds on an amazing dining experience! Their menu has variety and flavor around each dish. We loved how they combined the two cuisines into single dishes that worked amazingly. We loved their spinach and feta empanadas served with tzatziki sauce. Their guac and chips were fresh and delicious. For the mains we loved all four dishes we got, especially the birria tacos and shrimp and grits! We loved the artwork on the wall and ambiance! You gotta get here and give them a try! Tuesday's are all you can eat tacos + a margarita for $35 Brunch Saturdays and Sundays - bottomless mimosas or Margaritas for 90 minutes Give them a follow to stay up to date with their ongoing specials! Follow us on Instagram at @drinklongislandny for full video review and many more spots! read more

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I found one of my new favorite restaurants! This place truly is a hidden gem of find. I had never heard of it but wanted to try something new for Valentines Day weekend and both my boyfriend and father's birthday. Our party of four was thrilled with all our food and drinks. Everything was absolutely delicious, and I'm dreaming of having my baklava French toast and sexy fig drink again! read more

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Menu food is good but too many plates have just french fries accompanying the meal. Wish you could add baked potatoes and green vegetables over the heart killing fries all the time. read more

Came in after seeing an Ig post about the restaurant, it so happened to be the ending of love island and they were doing a weekly showing on a Sunday, which is also Bogo -/2 drinks, and they hosted a Q&A event! Super cute. The place is not big but the food made a statement! It is very clean and the staff was so friendly! We have sent several people here 20plus, bc we rave about the food, the care and staff! The owner was so nice and accommodating to us and our child! We had a wide arrange of food, from entree to appetizers and drinks and everything was just spot on! I have a pretty extensive pallet and usually hard to please but everything was great, my husband was confused when I critiqued nothing! If you are hesitant about trying don't be! Such a great twist to get best of both worlds in one place! read more

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Incredible menu! Food and margaritas are amazing. Love the decor too. My new fav place

Relatively new place, seems to be busy all the time. We called to make a reservation and the table was ready by the time we arrived. Service was great; the manager/owner was walking around surveying the service and the food. For the appetizer we had the empanada and the crab cake, which was a specialty item. And for the entree the grilled steak and lemon wedges was good. I believe they have something with the Grexi cheesesteak queso wrap. It's super filling and delicious. Majority of the people I seen who ordered this had to take the other half to go for leftovers. The drinks were good as well. For desert we tried the churro split, it's like a banana split but with churros. It was great however we were to full to finish. Great date night spot. read more

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First off, the service is outstanding! Thank you Katerina for being so pleasant and accommodating, and for even reminding us outside that we forgot our leftovers lol. This is our third time here and have nothing bad to say. We love the food including the elote, birria tacos, saganaki, burrito, fish and birria tacos, haloumi and carnitas, and the hibiscus drink is also delicious. The ambiance is pretty and has beautiful decor. Can't wait to come back:) read more

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Came here to celebrate a birthday. The food was PHENOMENAL, I mean to the point that only one person had leftovers and that was because the panini was a large portion. The drinks were amazing and the server was super kind and attentive, happily explaining what some of sauces were. They also had really good hot sauces. Will definitely be back read more

Grexicana in Farmingdale is a delightful gem, blending Greek and Mexican cuisines with flair at 48 Motor Ave. The outdoor seating is cozy and perfect for enjoying their innovative dishes, like moussaka enchiladas and lamb gyro tacos, which burst with fresh, vibrant flavors. The atmosphere is relaxed, ideal for a fun night out, and the staff is attentive and friendly. Prices are reasonable, and the service is top-notch, making it a spot worth revisiting. Highly recommend for a unique dining experience. Mexican brownie is a must try. read more

Grexicana - Birria ramen and Greek Fries - Mexican Near Me - Farmingdale, New York

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Great place, I am a local here. You must try the shrimp and grits. I bring my family. The owners are very good people. Nice outside seating too. read more

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I don't want to trash this place because the people were extremely friendly and the food wasn't bad per se, it just didn't live up to the hype. The idea of Greek/Mexican fusion combined with some impressive social media photos gave the impression that I was in for something mind blowing, but in the end things were sort of middle of the road. Birria empanada was perfectly hot & crisp but not much flavor, although I will say the accompanying consomme was very tasty. Lemon potatoes were decent but extremely oily. What I'd hoped would be the star of the show, the "signature" moussaka enchiladas were the biggest disappointment. Mole & bechamel sauces lacked the flavor punch they should've delivered, corn tortillas a tad on the mushy side and filling a bit bland. Again, not awful just not what I had imagined. It's a new spot and it was early in the afternoon so hopefully things get straightened out and maybe the flavors are more on point at dinner time but for now unless I hear things have changed return is unlikely. read more

Came to this local spot after a recommendation from a friend. Bar was busy when we got there on a Tuesday evening, but we were the only table through our whole meal. Ordered a decent amount of food for 4 people- and it was way to much. Appetizers we ordered both empanadas, octopus, zucchini fries and the chips and guacamole. Zucchini fries and guacamole were a decent size, easily shared among 4 people. Both the chips and guac could have used more salt/seasoning. For mains we had the birria Quesadilla (plenty big for a meal), Lamb gyro platter, Grexi cheesesteak wrap and chicken Paillard. Everyone enjoyed their meals. Quesadilla also could have used more salt, and the cheesesteak combo with the feta was very enjoyable. Service throughout the meal was very attentive. Will probably eat here again as take-put since we live pretty close. read more

Food and drinks were amazing with unique options, staff was beyond friendly ! good prices for portion sizes you will come home with leftovers! The music and decor was such a vibe as well. A hidden gem on Long Island! read more

Small little local spot - very friendly staff from start to finish. We sat at the bar and ordered Birria quesadilla, zucchini fries, fish tacos and churros all were very good. We also ordered a couple of Margaritas which were tasty but we felt no buzz at all. Would I return yes because I felt comfortable here but I'll order wine next time. read more

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I was very excited about trying this new restaurant due to the fact that I love Greek food and love Mexican food. It is the perfect combination. There is plenty of parking on both sides of the restaurant which is always good; it is located in a somewhat residential area so make sure not to drive past it. They have a nice little outside area that has great potential to be a beautiful area to enjoy a couple of drinks during the warmer months to come. Their bar is pretty extensive and has plenty of seats to enjoy dinner and drinks. While I waited for my table; I ordered a lemon martini which was delicious; the presentation and flavor was perfect. As appetizers; my family and I ordered their fried zucchini which was fried to perfection and packed with flavor. As my entree, I ordered their birria quesadilla with a side of lemon potatoes. The quesadilla was a very nice size so I was able to take some home. I loved the amount of meat that they put inside the quesadilla and the flavor that it had; it came with consume, guacamole and sour cream to dip which was a nice combination of flavors. The lemon potatoes were citrusy and paired wonderfully with my meal. My boyfriend ordered their lamb over orzo which he devoured. I'm not a huge fan of lamb but let me tell you, this lamb was tender and had so many flavors from the broth and orzo that I think I became of fan of lamb. To end the whole meal, we ordered churros that came with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream and slices of banana which created a churro banana split. The churros were sweet and paired so well with the ice cream. Kalli, the owner, was walking around greeting every single table and really shows her love for her new restaurant which is always nice to see. Wishing her the best in her new adventure and I will be recommending my fellow foodies to come try this delicious spot. read more

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Def go here! As someone who doesn't always enjoy greek food, I was blown away. Greek x Mexican is such a good combo that I never would've thought about! Service was amazing - Kai was so helpful and came around often. Smaller place so def make a reservation. Outdoor seating for summertime! I'm so excited to come back! They had cocktails and mocktails for those who aren't 21 yet that make you feel included! read more

Grexicana - Floor area - Mexican Near Me - Farmingdale, New York

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If you're asking yourself "how does Greek and Mexican food actually go together?" So am I, even after my dinner there a few weeks ago. But let me tell you, it works! This was hands down one of the best meals I've had in a very, very long time. My friends and I pick a new spot every month to try and this has been on our list since they opened and I'm glad we got here. Everything was unbelievably good. We started with the elote boneless wings (TO DIE FOR!) and one each of the empanadas. Both amazing as well. Then between the 3 of us we had the chorizo pastitsio, stuffed chile relleno and the cheesesteak wrap. Incredible is the only way to describe any of the dishes. Everything was delicious and flavorful and just worked. If I had to have one gripe, it would be that I wished the margaritas were a bit stronger. Definitely tasty, especially the spicy pineapple, but on the weaker side. They also have a bunch of different happy hour specials during the week. I really can't wait to come back and try more. The owner was super nice, coming around to all of the tables during the night. She explained that they're still tweaking the menu, adding and taking things away since they've only been open about a month. read more

We were excited to try this new place which serves up a fusion of Greek and Mexican cuisines. We arrived at 5pm on Saturday evening and every table was full, since they were already completely booked for the evening we took seats at the bar. We soon found out why this place was fully booked. We shared the Birria quesadilla appetizer. It was delicious, with one of best Birria consumes I have ever had. It was so stuffed that it was enough for a meal. My husband had the fish tacos which he requested to substitute shrimp. The shrimp were huge and flavorful. I had the carnitas tacos which were also very good. The Raspberry Dirty Martini was amazing, had two! They have a great vibe and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I look forward to going back for some of the other interesting menu items. read more

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One item has been better than the next! Not the same old stuff. Great concept. Especially if you like Greek and Mexican

Great food and service. They were super accomplishing and the restaurant was beautiful.

Great food & service! Def trying again! Just a little dark on the inside with lighting

Great food my st try the Feta appetizer. Definitely will be going back soon. The drinks are also a must try.

The food here was very good. We ordered a bunch of starters. We ordered birria empanadas, grilled octopus, and boneless wings. All starters were very good. The happy hour was good. Christine the bartender was very friendly. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Really enjoyed my dinner. The waitress was attentive and helpful. The spanakopita empanadas were a table fave. We had birria empanadas ( also great) and nachos. Desserts were next level- don't miss the Greek cheesecake!! Bonus is their parking lot! read more

Food was excellent, I ordered lemon potatoes and did not receive them. I called them. They brought it right over and gave me a credit. I would definitely go back there for the service and the food. read more

It was OK. The best part was the staff. They were very friendly and attentive. Food is average and drinks were average too and were watered down. I was hoping it met the hype but it didn't do it for me. I'd go back but wouldn't be my first choice read more