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Cool Restaurant that I found via google to take my daughter to brunch. They offered unlimited mimosa, margaritas and sangria. I got the unlimited option and my daughter just got the entree with a canned soda (that cost $4) Con: When I walked in it smelled weird because the workers just mopped. The mop was not clean so it left an unpleasant odor lingering. The waitress was very attentive.
I went for Saturday birthday brunch on a rainy day and it was a fun time! We got the unlimited brunch drinks with an entree and dessert for $36. This is a really great deal considering unlimited drinks are usually $36 just by themselves. They offer bottomless mimosas, white sangria, red sangria and margaritas. They also mix flavors too so I ended up getting a passionfruit mimosa which was really yummy. The bartender/waiter was a mood and made the birthday celebrations even more fun. They mostly play Spanish music so we all had a good time. They have an upstairs and downstairs but we stayed downstairs next to the swing! We ordered the chicken & waffles and the French toast. We also had the flan and Churros. I was not a big fan of the desserts. All the food had flavor and was well seasoned (7/10) but the portion sizes were a bit small especially considering all the drinks that are flowing. The food did take a little time to get prepared too but I would go back for the vibes and that price.
I stopped by on Saturday afternoon with a friend for some lunch and drinks. Overall I had a good time, the place itself is very cute and trendy. We sat outside since it was a beautiful day. They start you off with yummy tajin popcorn. Then we got the guac and chips, very tasty and fresh. For drinks I got a skinny margarita. It was pretty strong, they didn't have their hibiscus or spicy margarita available which was a bit disappointing. For entrees I went with the Al pastor chicken tacos and my friend went with the flautas. Both dishes were delicious. My chicken was so flavorful and the pineapple was perfectly sweet. For 4 drinks, 2 entrees, and an app our total was about $150 with gratuity included. The service was really good, the waitress kept on checking in. They also have hookah for those who like that. I would return!
Happy Hour! A friend and I dined here on Memorial Day. Once we entered the restaurant we were greeted and asked where we preferred to sit. Since it was nice out we decided to sit on the patio. The hookah guy came over to our table prior to our waitress. We placed that order, scanned the menu and waited for our waitress to come over. After 5 mins our waitress came over. We placed our food and drink order and thought we were set. During HH their margaritas and sangrias are $7. I had a coconut frozen margarita which was ok. Not really frozen, within minutes the entire cup was liquid. My friend had the white sangria which was really good..... strong and not too sweet. Our hookah followed. The hookah guy started it up and realized there was too much water so he took it back to fix it. At this point it's been about 30mins since we've been seated. My food comes out. I ordered the Mama Tacos with Birria and an order of chicken wings. We're smoking hookah, drinking and I'm eating then I realize my friend still hasn't got her food. We flag down our waitress and ask where her food is. She says she doesn't understand because her English isn't good and sends over another waitress. We tell the new waitress we're still waiting for her order, she's asks what she ordered and we tell her a Veggie Quesadilla and Cauliflower Tacos. Which really should've come out before mine being that there's no meat involved. She then states she'll place the order. I'm confused and tell her we already placed the order. She tells me it was never placed. Huh? Now I ask to speak to a manger because clearly we placed the order... The manager who was very nice comes over and explains due to the original waitresses language barrier she never placed the order. WHAT?! My friend actually pointed to the menu items she wanted. We watched the waitress write it down, but let's say something was lost in translation.... You don't try to correct it? She was suppose to not eat and just sit and wait for nothing? There's a reason why I do not patronize businesses within Dyckman / Washington Heights. Unless you speak a certain language the service is typically subpar which is very unfortunate. For the trouble the manager removed the service fee and a HH sangria. The food was good, the service was horrible.
I'm surprised this place doesn't have any reviews yet because Mama Taco is AMAZING! Everything from the service to the food is spot on. They serve complementary popcorn that is seasoned with chili and lime -- SO GOOD! This definitely set the tone for everything else to come. I started with the strawberry lemon agua Fresca. This drink had so much depth of flavor, soaked with fresh strawberries and hints of aromatics like thyme. This is a must have! The burrito was also very tasty and filling! I will definitely be back to try some more of their drinks and menu items.
Came here for a nice Saturday evening date and the ambience was amazing. Small location with outdoor seating includes an open indoor and upstairs seating. Decorations were so cute and gave the spot a cozy setting to relax and chill. The margaritas were delicious, perfect oomph to them. I highly recommend the wings with Chipotle Guava sauce. At first I was skeptical but as the picky eater I am, sauce was amazing! The Tinga Tacos were delicious (wish the onions were chopped smaller though) other than that I ate all 3 of them . Our server, Melissa gave us amazing service, friendly and made sure we were taken care of. (Please request her if you can) The only cons is the extra "service charges" that came on the bill. I assume it's for Post COVID reasons. But if you want a small chill spot with good food, drinks, music and hookah, this is the place to go.
I came here on a Saturday afternoon and it was not busy. As soon as we arrived, we were seated... and were given popcorn and water to start! The popcorn was addicting. For food, I got the fried chicken tacos and asked for any sauces or toppings to be put on the side. My boyfriend had the shredded chicken burrito-- the food was good! The margaritas were okay-- the Mr. Don (drink) was strong... Overall, it was a nice little spot. I would return.
Mama Taco is a lituation in Inwood that checks all the boxes of a good spot. They have two floors and outdoor seating, so don't fret if the first floor is crowded. They play their music at full volume so this definitely isn't the place to play catch up with anyone. They have a decent-sized cocktail list; some come in a cute sugar skull glass pictured below. From their name, tacos are obviously their specialty. We ordered the chicken tinga and al pastor tacos, along with a Birria beef quesadilla. All the food was delicious and came out hot. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I was worried that the service would be slow because of how busy they were but it was quite the opposite. They also have a hookah guy going around if you want to order one. I believe it's cash only though. Out of nowhere, a person dressed as a squirrel Santa appeared with a bubble gun, followed by servers with trays of mixed shots for everyone. It was so cute and unexpected! TLDR: I'm glad I wrapped up 2022 at Mama Taco!
We came here as a group of 40 on a Wednesday while taking a break from my grandmother's funeral across the street. I actually felt bad for the as I know it was unusual to have such a huge group at any time let a lone a Wednesday. Anyway, the servers were great and although it took some time for everyone to get their food, it was worth the wait. The empanaditas with the oxtail meat was amazingly flavorful and tender. The shredded chicken in the chimichanga was great as well as the carnitas tacos. Every one in my group loved the food. They even have vegetarian dishes.
This small 2-story Mexican fare restaurant packs a huge punch when it comes to food, décor, and vibes. Immediately you are drawn in by the upbeat music provided by a live DJ spinning contemporary music spanning from Hip Hop, Reggaetón, and more. The exterior is adorned with chairs and tables for outdoor seating with warming lamps for those colder nights, fairy lights, and flowers. Upon entering, you are greeted by the sight of a full stocked bar and smiling bartenders. You have the choice to sit downstairs, closest to the DJ or upstairs with a window overlooking the street. The waitress attended to us quickly and gave us the instruction to scan the menu which was loaded with taco and burrito options. They offered a pasta option with a Mexican twist which was amazing! Penna pasta covered in Mama Taco sauce with onions, tomatoes, cheese, chicken and chorizo. It is not what someone would normally order when you think of Mexican fare but happy to have tried it. Take advantage of the Happy Hour drinks or look at their cocktails which has a unique variety based on what you are in the mood for. The Mango Margarita was strong and very tasty. The waitress made sure to keep those cups filled. One of the highlights was when the waiters and waitress maneuvers through the seat to provide FREE shots in a carnival/festival like performance blowing bubbles, holding Mama Taco logo signs and some wearing masks. The entire atmosphere was welcoming and this is what made the experience even more sweeter. Who knew that coming on a Tuesday night could free like a weekend? Conveniently located on the 1 train line, it is the perfect after work spot! She Who Eats looks forward to going back as we give Mama Taco Three Forks Up!
I visited Mama Taco this past Saturday afternoon with a friend and it was amazing! It was pretty empty so I really liked that and the service was good. I ordered the Chicken Flautas (my favorite) and it DID NOT disappoint. 10/10 for those. The guac & chips were good but the chips were a little plain to me, still great tho. The drinks were delicious I got the Mr.Don drink and it didn't feel too strong. Overall I will definitely be going again and again. I'll give it a 4 star just because they originally came out with the wrong order
Cozy spot in the uptown Manhattan area serving yummy tacos and tasty drinks. The flavored margaritas were really good and had a nice punch. The vibe was cool. The service was great. The staff were friendly and attentive to all the patrons in the restaurant. Will go again
Super cute decor and vibes inside and in their outdoor eating area. Bumping from 3.5 to 4 because the service was great. The server was sweet, friendly and very attentive despite being the only one working Sunday afternoon. I liked my chicken quesadilla, but felt that it was mostly basic and a tad salty. Presentation was nice. Bartender was sweet as well. My friend throughly enjoyed her maracuya (passion fruit) drink, so I definitely want to come back to taste that. Overall, I would come here again. Going to try tacos next time and hope my taste buds have a more memorable experience. They open at 2p for lunch and appear to have a good M-F happy hour and tacos specials.
7 months ago
The worst service I've ever had at a restaurant. On the rare chance I saw the waitress, she seemed totally absent minded. I sat there waiting forever to place my taco order, and waited even longer for the food, and even longer for the bill - so I had plenty of time to write this review as I was being ignored and forgotten about for 2 hours. Nobody even brought water or bothered to check on me. The cheap and tacky lighting made for a horrible ambiance. Everything here was absolutely lousy - never again. read more
2 months ago
Cool Restaurant that I found via google to take my daughter to brunch. They offered unlimited mimosa, margaritas and sangria. I got the unlimited option and my daughter just got the entree with a canned soda (that cost $4) Con: When I walked in it smelled weird because the workers just mopped. The mop was not clean so it left an unpleasant odor lingering. The waitress was very attentive. read more
I went for Saturday birthday brunch on a rainy day and it was a fun time! We got the unlimited brunch drinks with an entree and dessert for $36. This is a really great deal considering unlimited drinks are usually $36 just by themselves. They offer bottomless mimosas, white sangria, red sangria and margaritas. They also mix flavors too so I ended up getting a passionfruit mimosa which was really yummy. The bartender/waiter was a mood and made the birthday celebrations even more fun. They mostly play Spanish music so we all had a good time. They have an upstairs and downstairs but we stayed downstairs next to the swing! We ordered the chicken & waffles and the French toast. We also had the flan and Churros. I was not a big fan of the desserts. All the food had flavor and was well seasoned (7/10) but the portion sizes were a bit small especially considering all the drinks that are flowing. The food did take a little time to get prepared too but I would go back for the vibes and that price. read more
5 months ago
I stopped by on Saturday afternoon with a friend for some lunch and drinks. Overall I had a good time, the place itself is very cute and trendy. We sat outside since it was a beautiful day. They start you off with yummy tajin popcorn. Then we got the guac and chips, very tasty and fresh. For drinks I got a skinny margarita. It was pretty strong, they didn't have their hibiscus or spicy margarita available which was a bit disappointing. For entrees I went with the Al pastor chicken tacos and my friend went with the flautas. Both dishes were delicious. My chicken was so flavorful and the pineapple was perfectly sweet. For 4 drinks, 2 entrees, and an app our total was about $150 with gratuity included. The service was really good, the waitress kept on checking in. They also have hookah for those who like that. I would return! read more
3 years ago
Happy Hour! A friend and I dined here on Memorial Day. Once we entered the restaurant we were greeted and asked where we preferred to sit. Since it was nice out we decided to sit on the patio. The hookah guy came over to our table prior to our waitress. We placed that order, scanned the menu and waited for our waitress to come over. After 5 mins our waitress came over. We placed our food and drink order and thought we were set. During HH their margaritas and sangrias are $7. I had a coconut frozen margarita which was ok. Not really frozen, within minutes the entire cup was liquid. My friend had the white sangria which was really good..... strong and not too sweet. Our hookah followed. The hookah guy started it up and realized there was too much water so he took it back to fix it. At this point it's been about 30mins since we've been seated. My food comes out. I ordered the Mama Tacos with Birria and an order of chicken wings. We're smoking hookah, drinking and I'm eating then I realize my friend still hasn't got her food. We flag down our waitress and ask where her food is. She says she doesn't understand because her English isn't good and sends over another waitress. We tell the new waitress we're still waiting for her order, she's asks what she ordered and we tell her a Veggie Quesadilla and Cauliflower Tacos. Which really should've come out before mine being that there's no meat involved. She then states she'll place the order. I'm confused and tell her we already placed the order. She tells me it was never placed. Huh? Now I ask to speak to a manger because clearly we placed the order... The manager who was very nice comes over and explains due to the original waitresses language barrier she never placed the order. WHAT?! My friend actually pointed to the menu items she wanted. We watched the waitress write it down, but let's say something was lost in translation.... You don't try to correct it? She was suppose to not eat and just sit and wait for nothing? There's a reason why I do not patronize businesses within Dyckman / Washington Heights. Unless you speak a certain language the service is typically subpar which is very unfortunate. For the trouble the manager removed the service fee and a HH sangria. The food was good, the service was horrible. read more
I'm surprised this place doesn't have any reviews yet because Mama Taco is AMAZING! Everything from the service to the food is spot on. They serve complementary popcorn that is seasoned with chili and lime -- SO GOOD! This definitely set the tone for everything else to come. I started with the strawberry lemon agua Fresca. This drink had so much depth of flavor, soaked with fresh strawberries and hints of aromatics like thyme. This is a must have! The burrito was also very tasty and filling! I will definitely be back to try some more of their drinks and menu items. read more
3 years ago
Came here for a nice Saturday evening date and the ambience was amazing. Small location with outdoor seating includes an open indoor and upstairs seating. Decorations were so cute and gave the spot a cozy setting to relax and chill. The margaritas were delicious, perfect oomph to them. I highly recommend the wings with Chipotle Guava sauce. At first I was skeptical but as the picky eater I am, sauce was amazing! The Tinga Tacos were delicious (wish the onions were chopped smaller though) other than that I ate all 3 of them . Our server, Melissa gave us amazing service, friendly and made sure we were taken care of. (Please request her if you can) The only cons is the extra "service charges" that came on the bill. I assume it's for Post COVID reasons. But if you want a small chill spot with good food, drinks, music and hookah, this is the place to go. read more
4 years ago
I came here on a Saturday afternoon and it was not busy. As soon as we arrived, we were seated... and were given popcorn and water to start! The popcorn was addicting. For food, I got the fried chicken tacos and asked for any sauces or toppings to be put on the side. My boyfriend had the shredded chicken burrito-- the food was good! The margaritas were okay-- the Mr. Don (drink) was strong... Overall, it was a nice little spot. I would return. read more
Mama Taco is a lituation in Inwood that checks all the boxes of a good spot. They have two floors and outdoor seating, so don't fret if the first floor is crowded. They play their music at full volume so this definitely isn't the place to play catch up with anyone. They have a decent-sized cocktail list; some come in a cute sugar skull glass pictured below. From their name, tacos are obviously their specialty. We ordered the chicken tinga and al pastor tacos, along with a Birria beef quesadilla. All the food was delicious and came out hot. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. I was worried that the service would be slow because of how busy they were but it was quite the opposite. They also have a hookah guy going around if you want to order one. I believe it's cash only though. Out of nowhere, a person dressed as a squirrel Santa appeared with a bubble gun, followed by servers with trays of mixed shots for everyone. It was so cute and unexpected! TLDR: I'm glad I wrapped up 2022 at Mama Taco! read more
We came here as a group of 40 on a Wednesday while taking a break from my grandmother's funeral across the street. I actually felt bad for the as I know it was unusual to have such a huge group at any time let a lone a Wednesday. Anyway, the servers were great and although it took some time for everyone to get their food, it was worth the wait. The empanaditas with the oxtail meat was amazingly flavorful and tender. The shredded chicken in the chimichanga was great as well as the carnitas tacos. Every one in my group loved the food. They even have vegetarian dishes. read more
4 years ago
This small 2-story Mexican fare restaurant packs a huge punch when it comes to food, décor, and vibes. Immediately you are drawn in by the upbeat music provided by a live DJ spinning contemporary music spanning from Hip Hop, Reggaetón, and more. The exterior is adorned with chairs and tables for outdoor seating with warming lamps for those colder nights, fairy lights, and flowers. Upon entering, you are greeted by the sight of a full stocked bar and smiling bartenders. You have the choice to sit downstairs, closest to the DJ or upstairs with a window overlooking the street. The waitress attended to us quickly and gave us the instruction to scan the menu which was loaded with taco and burrito options. They offered a pasta option with a Mexican twist which was amazing! Penna pasta covered in Mama Taco sauce with onions, tomatoes, cheese, chicken and chorizo. It is not what someone would normally order when you think of Mexican fare but happy to have tried it. Take advantage of the Happy Hour drinks or look at their cocktails which has a unique variety based on what you are in the mood for. The Mango Margarita was strong and very tasty. The waitress made sure to keep those cups filled. One of the highlights was when the waiters and waitress maneuvers through the seat to provide FREE shots in a carnival/festival like performance blowing bubbles, holding Mama Taco logo signs and some wearing masks. The entire atmosphere was welcoming and this is what made the experience even more sweeter. Who knew that coming on a Tuesday night could free like a weekend? Conveniently located on the 1 train line, it is the perfect after work spot! She Who Eats looks forward to going back as we give Mama Taco Three Forks Up! read more
2 years ago
I visited Mama Taco this past Saturday afternoon with a friend and it was amazing! It was pretty empty so I really liked that and the service was good. I ordered the Chicken Flautas (my favorite) and it DID NOT disappoint. 10/10 for those. The guac & chips were good but the chips were a little plain to me, still great tho. The drinks were delicious I got the Mr.Don drink and it didn't feel too strong. Overall I will definitely be going again and again. I'll give it a 4 star just because they originally came out with the wrong order read more
3 years ago
Cozy spot in the uptown Manhattan area serving yummy tacos and tasty drinks. The flavored margaritas were really good and had a nice punch. The vibe was cool. The service was great. The staff were friendly and attentive to all the patrons in the restaurant. Will go again read more
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Super cute decor and vibes inside and in their outdoor eating area. Bumping from 3.5 to 4 because the service was great. The server was sweet, friendly and very attentive despite being the only one working Sunday afternoon. I liked my chicken quesadilla, but felt that it was mostly basic and a tad salty. Presentation was nice. Bartender was sweet as well. My friend throughly enjoyed her maracuya (passion fruit) drink, so I definitely want to come back to taste that. Overall, I would come here again. Going to try tacos next time and hope my taste buds have a more memorable experience. They open at 2p for lunch and appear to have a good M-F happy hour and tacos specials. read more
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3 years ago
Worst food ever!!! How do you mess up a chicken taco??!! Guacamole came with skin and the seed of the avocado at the bottom...I kept wondering why my fork kept fighting the guacamole.. Further the service was horrible. The waitresses are too busy smoking hookah and drinking cocktails that they forget they have paying customers. I'll never come here again!!! read more
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Service: Lynnette was extremely friendly and helpful at the bar, she's very well acquainted with the menu and provided recommendations. She also seemed to manage various customers at once very well (I.e people placing orders, people picking up, people at the bar) Drink: drink was really good and strong lol Food: they start you off with popcorn which is nice, for my personal palate the food needed a kick so I added Tabasco to my bowl Overall I would come back here, music is pretty loud and I wouldn't recommend if you want to chit chat unless you're dining outside. Happy hour is Monday-Friday 2-7pm & on Tuesdays until 8pm I also included a picture of tacos from a previous time and from that time a few months ago I remember the corn was good read more
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3 years ago
Came here for lunch. Got the nachos & the American tacos, both were very tasty. Our server was super kind & attentive. The place itself is pretty small but the outdoor seating helps. read more
4 years ago
If you're in the Broadway area (Uptown Bronx/Dyckman) area looking for some Mexican food and drinks then come stop by here! Guaranteed great food, service, and drinks! On the pictures there's a "Moscow Mule" drink alongside their Guava Wings with a Steak Burrito Bowl + Chicken Tortilla and Birria Tacos. You can catch live DJ's spinning on a Tuesday/Friday day/night. Would definitely recommend to anyone and stop by here anytime. read more
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First, let me start by saying that I drove 3 hours for the food but I was welcomed with amazing service, people and ambiance. The food was out of this world. I can't say enough about how good the food was. Every bite was flavorful, fresh and heavenly. The music was great! I would 100% recommend for the food and chef himself. The hostess was also very amazing. Great service. read more
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Amazing, vibe amazing great service, very clean and attentive.. loved the experience. Would def come back read more
4 years ago
I came here a couple weeks ago and our waiter angel was amazing. Everyone else there makes me give it a lower rating because they weren't friendly or nice at all. Me and my friend went for brunch and she loved her chimichanga and my waffle and chicken was okay. The drinks were good and the hookah we had was decent BUT the guy doing the hookah wasn't friendly at all and kept asking us to pay while he didn't harass another table. We stayed only because of angel give that man a promotion because he knows how to take care of his guest. Thank you for making our experience great despite the bad treatment from others. read more
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