My family has loved Las Panteras for years -- it was our go-to spot before Covid, and honestly nothing has changed in the best way. My mother-in-law used to eat here twice a week, and I completely understand why. It's not just the food, it's the whole experience. The staff makes this place special. Segundo has been there for years and is incredibly professional, accommodating, and has always gone out of his way to be kind to my mother-in-law. That kind of consistency means a lot. I've worked my way through most of the menu and keep coming back to the grilled chicken and the fish tacos -- both are excellent. The place is great for kids, and if you're looking for a spot to catch the World Cup or just grab a drink, the bar area is perfect for that too. Highly recommend. This is the kind of neighborhood restaurant every family deserves to have. read more

Pros: Hidden gem Late night happy hour Friendly staff Delicious food Great music Cons: Awful margaritas read more

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Went well food was delicious. Drink wasn't what I expected. Coconut mojito. I'll order something different next time. Ambiance was great. Service was also excellent waiter was really nice read more

This place is small, and the vibe is very casual, but don't let that fool you since people really turn up here during the happy hour. We came in on a Friday for the happy hour, and it was a lot of fun. They have good drink specials for the happy hour and the food was great. I ordered the cecina quesadilla, and it was very yummy and filling. The rest of the group ordered main dishes, and everyone seemed to enjoy their food. The service was awesome! Our server was friendly and attentive, and they brought us shots since we were celebrating 2 birthdays. I would recommend it if you're looking for a fun casual Mexican spot. read more

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A local Mexican restaurant in Harlem and one to visit if you are around!! The prices , the service , and the FOOD!! Amazing! The bistec a la mexicana was my favorite dish , full of flavor , tender meat and a yellow rice cooked to perfection. The torta was a staple and also a must try. The mole was good as well but if there's anything you should try is the bistec a la mexicana! Definitely will be back ! read more

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We are becoming regulars as their food is always fresh and delicious. I enjoy my brunch steak and omelette, and cannot have enough of the tricolor pasta, which is new on their menu. What we love about this place is their staff - so friendly with a warm smile, and make it special in this neighborhood. read more

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Local spot in the neighborhood and had happy hour on a Sunday. The drinks were tasty and strong and we only had two each. The service was attentive and made sure we were okay, as we outside. The inside seems quiet with a and and tv screens with sports on. We would definitely consider trying food the next time we walk by read more

Las Panteras Negras - Menu - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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What a wonderful, welcoming, cosy and comfortable, happy Mexican hideaway in Spanish Harlem! Flavorful food with a flair, fresh ingredients and generous portions, delicious margaritas, pleasant conversational yet festive ambience and truly kind, heart-centered service. And yes, that's the only way I can truly describe it. Every server I've had and including/especially the hardworking sweet manager himself (who never seems to have a day off!) are truly wonderfully genuine people and amazing servers who treat each patron like a house guest and are just SO darn nice. Complete GEMS. Visiting here is such a relief after a long work day. And they offer amazing happy hour specials daily. Relax, enjoy, rejuvenate, feast and tip these beautiful souls well! read more

Las Panteras Negras - Margarita with salt - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Great lunch spot. Honestly there are lots of times I'm looking to find a local spot over a chain. The chain is great but smaller mom and pops offer something a little different. This place is a great alternative to a chain Mexican place. I will say the seasoning on the chicken which yes can be messed up was on point here I appreciate that. I the portion was perfect for lunch and I requested no sour cream and I got exactly what I asked for which I also appreciate. Definitely ordering here again! read more

Las Panteras Negras - 13. Burrito or Bowl chicken. - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing food, wonderful service, lovely interior design, and it's an amazing place to stop by for some authentic mexican cuisine! read more

Las Panteras Negras - Fiesta Nachos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Great food, consistently wonderful service. Really nice place. If you're they for dinner, try the pasta; but be aware, the portion is huge!

I wanted to share my experience at one of my favorite hidden gem Mexican restaurants that I visit weekly.The food is consistently excellent, with quick service and attentive staff, clean and has a true authentic feel and vibe . I particularly enjoy their French toast, which is crispy and caramelized, topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries. The chilaquiles are another standout, perfectly seasoned and very filling. I highly recommend trying this restaurant, even if you're not typically a fan of Mexican cuisine. I believe it will leave you coming back for more!!! read more

Las Panteras Negras is a solid East Harlem spot. The food was cheap and the happy hour prices and hours are generous. I enjoyed the nachos and the chickpea salad. It was quite loud when I went but I'm sure it's not always quite so noisy depending on the other patrons. Would like to go back and try their enchiladas! read more

Food here is SO good. Carnitas anything, top tier Tacos great, affordable and so filling Enchiladas verde so great Chilaquiles amazing Tamarind margs so good read more

What a gem! I am so pleased with this spot. My partner and I were craving a Mexican brunch this past weekend so we decided to check this place out. As native Californians, we're pretty wary of trying new Mexican restaurants in NYC, even in East Harlem, because more often than not we are disappointed. I'm so happy to say that is not the case here! The food is fresh and home style. They seat you off right with complimentary chips and salsa (which for some reason is a rarity here in the city). The salsas, both the verde and the roja, are spicy and on point. We got the huevos rancheros and pantera burrito. Both were super filling and egg-cellent (pun totally intended). The waitress kept coming with the water refills and was overall just a sweet lady. There was soccer playing on the tv so this could be a fun spot when the World Cup rolls around. Oh and it's super affordable We're looking forward to trying dinner here soon because we are definitely coming back read more

I always order from here the chilaquiles they are very tasty and not expensive you get to choose your choice of protein and it comes with a fried egg. Love the chilaquiles the salads are okay when I order them for delivery they have so much dressing that it's soggy. My to go to for chilaquiles. read more

Excerpts service, the waiter was so kind and helpful! He knew the menu like the back of his hand and was patient with me. The burrito bowl was so delicious, I couldn't wait long enough to take a picture. It was the perfect size as I finished it in one sitting. Everything comes separated and you can mix it up how you like. My boyfriend ate the nachos and he said they were alright. He waited to eat them later on. read more

Las Panteras Negras - 1. Nachos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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We make a point of having breakfast here anytime we're visiting in NYC. The owner, Segundo is so kind and works really hard to make his customers happy. The food on the breakfast and brunch menu is healthy, delicious and very reasonably priced. Check it out. You will be happy you did! And btw, we always order Huevos Rancheros. Delicious!! And bottomless coffee as well! read more

This restaurant is a must if you are in Harlem. We ended up here after our usual spots insisted on outdoor dining on a very cold day. In retrospect, I'm very glad this happened. Panteras Negras is amazing. The server was accommodating and informative. The food is delicious and authentic. Chips and salsa- one of the best salsas I've ever had at a Mexican restaurant. Enchiladas con salsa verde- As a vegetarian, I inquired about veggies- they added peppers and tomatoes. For the cheese, you have a choice between oaxaca and queso fresco. Oaxaca is the superior version of mozzarella, thus my choice. The green sauce is very spicy, however tasty. Rice and beans- Yellow rice is tasty, not salty. Beans were fresh and enjoyable. Horchata - At last, an horchata not relying on sugar. Hearty and great to combat the spicy sauces. Tres Leches- I thought I didn't have space for dessert, Panteras proved me wrong. Thick cake with its own flavor, enhanced with the milks around it. Needless to say, I'll be back. Thank you so much Panteras Negras !!! read more

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I'm a local to the area and I love coming here or ordering for to go they usually open by 9:00am so it's great for when you wake up hungry also they close by 10:30pm The food is great and would recommend anytime! If I could give more stars I would thank you for having us and see you guys soon my favorite family owned restaurant! read more

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My breakfast was delicious. We were very well attended too. Clean, quiet and peaceful. Definitely will be going there again! The service was very welcoming. read more

Las Panteras Negras - French toast w/ fresh berries and Coconut Latte. - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Another gem in Harlem! The food tastes homemade and is always fresh whether you're dining in or doing takeout. My favorite dishes from their menu are avocado salad (surprisingly filling) and quesadillas (always so cheesy). You'll have no regrets coming here! read more

the best best taco joint i've been to! with the most amazing service!!! my fave local restaurant around. they give you complimentary chips and salsa... ummm yes pls like who else is doing that?! we ordered the - fish tacos, carne asada, al pastor i swear i was full after the first taco! the portions here are AMAZING literally i have not found a better spot. it's seasoned, melts in your mouth, and loaded w flavor. i also got the horchata which was chefs kiss. not just sweet milk but actually cinammonny and not too sweet. overall, the service was so great (s/o justin) and was super helpful in giving us his recs. this is a lovely local mexican spot that i can't recommend enough. pls support!! read more

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Wifey and I stopped in this weekend on a whim. The spot is quaint and cozy, not big, but not claustrophobic. We ordered Tacos al Pastor and a Mimosa for her and steak and eggs from the brunch menu for me. The food was very good, but the service was exceptional. The staff are super friendly and attentive. We have plans to go back this weekend when we're back in the neighborhood. read more

The food was fantastic and fresh. We started with the guacamole and chips, which was fabulous, the avocado was perfectly ripe and the seasoning was perfect, the avocado flavor really came through. For dinner had the Carnitas enchiladas and the shrimp sopes. Both were excellent. The pork was perfectly crispy and layered with cojita cheese and sour cream. My shrimp sopes, were cooked to perfection and delicious on the bed of beans and corn. Such a fantastic dinner. read more

Las Panteras Negras - 25. Enchilada, carnitas but we couldn't wait to eat , it was so tasty. - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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My boyfriend and I stayed in an Airbnb near by and this was our go to breakfast spot. The breakfast burritos were sooo good. The Margaritas were to die for! Definitely recommend the Tamarind cocktail there. read more

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The service here is great. They understand and speak English which is really helpful for non Spanish speakers. The food is delicious and always fresh. I order on line or come in person. I am always satisfied. They follow instructions to ensure that you get what you want. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxed and chill setting an ambiance that welcomes everyone. I would recommend and will always return. read more

I recently ordered takeout via Grubhub from Las Panteras Negras and I got food poisoning. My partner and I ordered a chicken burrito and a steak bowl, after eating and a few hours later, we started seeing symptoms of food poisoning. It's such a shame because we support local businesses in our area and to experience this, it makes me not want to eat here again. What was weird was once we ordered from the app the food came in 5 minutes which was quick service but what makes me think this is that they already had the food ready and I assume it was sitting out for too long. All I have to say is do better, take better precautions because my experience was the absolute worst. read more

Amazing place, food was great, service 5 plus. If you want a real Mexican food then you must try this place. read more

Las Panteras Negras - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

My sister, my friend, and I had such a good time! We love right down the street in East Harlem, but that was our first time really exploring the neighborhood. We tried a little bit of everything for brunch. Chips and guacamole, pancakes, grilled chicken, shrimp tacos, mahi mahi tacos, both types of horchatas, and finally the flan! We were STUFFED. We spent a good three hours in our seats, and could barely walk by the time we left. Our server was so sweet. He provided ample recommendations, answered all of our questions, and made sure we had plenty of water. If you want true, authentic Mexican food- you have to come here! They're adding menu options often, and they have their own special way of making traditional favorites. As an enthusiast of Mexican food and culture, I was not disappointed. read more

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I've been here a few times and this place never disappoints. Always get great service and great portion sizes. Very traditional Mexican flavors in the food and salsas. My favorites are the chilaquiles and bistec a la mexicana! I've tried their brunch and the pancakes are bomb! Plus a very artsy board outside caught my attention :) read more

Las Panteras Negras - Pancakes & French toast - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Do yourself a favor and go try the camarones a la diabla and margaritas at Panteras Negras. The food is delicious and the margaritas are the cherry on top plus the flan Can't wait to go back! Los camarones estaban con muy buen sazón y picosos pero ricos. Vayan a probar la comida no se van arrepentir. read more

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I have eaten here three times now and each time has been amazing so I think it's time to post a review. Consistently good quality and friendly service. Lots of vegetarian options and things that can be made vegetarian. My order has always been spot on accurate, even when I have special requests. The avocados are perfectly ripe and wonderful, flavorful salsas. Highly recommended! read more

We loved this place.. walked by it a million times and met a friend there for lunch and was blown away by their breakfast.

I've had amazing service from this place and have overall experienced good food from it. But this order from 2 days ago made me sick, both physically and in every other sense. I don't know whether it was prepared poorly or not, but there were actual tentacles in the food, WHICH I NEVER HAD HAPPENED BEFORE. i've ordered this meal from this place at least 5 times now. Was it supposed to look like this..? read more

Las Panteras Negras - Le 12. Chile Relleno - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious! Our server Segundo was very attentive and fast. The food was very tasty and the portions were generous. We were full almost all day tbh. The flan was creamy and sweet. They have aguas frescas, I will say the horchata wasnt my fav but the Hibiscus was very good!! Such a gem in Spanish Harlem. You must try! read more

Las Panteras Negras - Al Pastor Chilaquiles - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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this is one of my favorite go-to restaurants because the food is so good and the service is excellent. it's not fancy but it is great - cocktails too. read more

Absolutely the best Mexican restaurant we've ever gone to. We're not even big flan fans but their flan turned us around. The avocado salad is stupendous. The shrimp tacos are a treasure. If you like drinks, try the Pantera Rosa. The service is top-notch. The atmosphere is relaxed but upbeat, clean, bright and welcoming. The breakfast menu is also exceptional. We usually alternate between the Frittata Espana and the French Toast (yes, French Toast - you'll see what we mean). The coconut latte is delicious. This is a real gem of the neighborhood. Do yourself a favor: check it out for breakfast, lunch and dinner! read more

I order breakfast from here all the time. I will typically get the Huevos a la Mexicana or Huevos Rancheros. Both options are really delicious. I've also gone the sweet route and have enjoyed the pancakes and french toast. read more

Worse experience I've ever had IN MY OWN neighborhood. Let just put it this way.. if you look native or local to the neighborhood.. do not go here. They treat certain kind of people better than others, they even treat them better than their own people. A man named George I guess is the manager particularly is blatantly more attentive to this population of people. I had a good experience the first time I went but this time was not cool at all. I was ignored & the service I received was as if my money was not as good as the other people eating there. I asked George if I can move when other diners left and he told me yes but walked away annoyed when I tried to explain to him that my son was sitting on top of a cellar in his stroller(we were outside). Then he told the other diners that there was no rush and they didn't have to go anywhere anytime soon. I was moved and was grateful. After asking a simple question about my order and trying to get the attention of George's and being obviously ignored (even other diners were telling him I was trying to get his attention) I got tired of sitting in the chilly weather with half my order getting cold and my babies order not even certain if it was being made or not. I decided to pay for what I had and leave. I tried to have a conversation with the older Mexican woman (who was nice) about any misunderstanding & the young lady that works there cut me off to let me know if I did not want to stay I can leave. I was not rude or argumentative. When I told her to basically mind her business, she loudly told me don't speak to her walking away in earshot of other diners and basically tried to embarrass me. There is no communication between staff and they don't care to make things right either. The food is not horrible but definitely not worth the mistreatment. Go next door to cascalote. The food is better and they're service is great. Restaurants and eateries in Spanish Harlem need to respect the native and local people of this neighborhood. Our service and money is the same!!! read more