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    Plaza Ortega

    4.7 (49 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Jai Y.

    This just became my favorite Mexican food place. The vibes are so cozy and warm and like home despite how spacious the space is. Everything is bright and colorful even the sink. I don't often expect artwork in the sink. The food was also very good. I got the tropical smoothie. It was just what I needed both refreshing and tasty. Also I didn't need to take my lactase for it which is another plus. The Plato del Mercado was very fulfilling and I even ate the cactus which usually I would avoid due to my dislike of it in general. It was a very balanced plate with veggies and meat. My wife had the quesabirria with consome. She said this was more like a quesadilla with birria than what she expected but nonetheless delicious. The passionfruit aqua fresca was too sweet for my wife but just perfect for me. I do have a sweet tooth though.

    Julia H.

    I'm sorry but this is my favorite Mexican spot I have ever been to in the city. Generally speaking, haven't been too impressed with the Mexican restaurants since moving here but ever since the first time I came to Plaza Ortega I've been going pretty religiously once a week. I've tried a torta (pictured), some tacos, and the cemita. The cemita has been the winner for me thus far, think I had it the last three times lol. The person I go with and have gone with every time gets the California burrito every time so guess thats probably a winner too!

    Michelle Z.

    Yummy tacos and cool ice creams we ordered to take home. Clean and spacious restaurant. Not very loud inside except the music that's playing which I enjoyed very much. Service was great. Would definitely come back!!

    Enchiladas Suizas & Cemita de Milanesa de pollo
    Vanessa J.

    I'm from california and we pride ourselves with having some of the best mexican food & after moving to new york i've been on the hunt to find something that measure up. Well I found it , this place has incredible food, reminds me of the taquerias back home me and my mom used to go to on sundays. This place is a gem, the inside has an ice cream area with mexican ice cream , there's a little cashier spot that has all kinds of snacks with seating all around . The staff is so nice and you can tell they pride themselves on the food and service, feels like you're at home. We ordered the Enchiladas Suizas & Cemita de Milanesa de pollo. Let me just say we cleaned our plates and didn't even talk because the food was so good haha. We both enjoyed our dishes. The flavors, the quality of the food, and the taste was out of this world. We also took a Cemita to go since it was just so good. Also ended up ordering the fried ice cream and that was the perfect ending to our experience and meal here. We can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu. If you're in the area you have to go, you'll love it !

    Luis S.

    I want to start by saying that all these people who gave 5 stars to this place rated wrong. I've been 20 years in food industry and I can start by saying that the food was way under my expectations, they really need to work a lot on this, and please take away those chorizo breakfast links for babies out of the molcajete and add real chorizo sausage, make it look better and tasty,the tortillas in the tacos wow horrible , ask for tortillas in the el Milagro or make them, torta really? Just bread, cheese and Milanese? No beans, avocado, chiles in vinagre, horrible. Service was terrible, the owner has to train this 2 ladies waitresses that were there on Sunday evening looks like they don't have any experience as waitresses, honestly for a Sunday night I was very disappointed and didn't see or feel any ambiance. Unfortunately I don't recommend this place. Try other places, but not this. To the owner place don't let employees kill your business., I'm a chef for 20 years and I know this review will help you a lot. Thanks

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    Kevin M.

    Everything was wonderful and can't wait to go back. Instantly a favorite Mexican spot in the neighborhood.

    Plaza Ortega Molcajete

    The portions are large and the food is so yummy! My girlfriend and I split the house molcajete and we could barely walk home. The staff is also very warm and friendly. Don't forget to grab a paleta on the way out! Can't wait to come back :)

    Guacamole
    Alex T.

    Plaza Ortega is a hidden gem Mexican restaurant in Bushwick. Their menu is extensive, and I love trying new menu items each time I go. Some favorites include: Campechano Taco - salty, savory, crunchy Fish Taco - the mango salsa on top is really interesting, and the fish is super crispy Guacamole - really great flavor Birria Burrito - huge and delicious The ambiance here is bright and festive, and the booths are really comfortable. Service is always quick and friendly here. Would highly recommend Plaza Ortega for anyone looking for authentic Mexican food and reasonable prices!

    Xiomara C.

    Very delicious food. Even their packing for delivery was superb. Everything arrived neatly and my drink was wrapped in plastic so it wasn't spilling over. The carnitas and al pastor tacos were very delicious. The salsa verde and Passion fruit drink paired with it was even better. I also ordered the Quesabirria and that was delicious and filling. It comes with a small guacamole and sour cream on the side and some sort of chipotle red sauce. This definitely hit the spot and I enjoyed it very much. I highly recommend it.

    Taco Al Pastor, Taco de Carne Asada, Taco de Pollo, Taco de Carnitas
    Jace R.

    I would eat a taco everyday if I could so with that being said I've eaten here more than I'm willing to admit. You can't go wrong with any of the tacos but my favorite are the Carne Asada Taco and Al Pastor Taco. You walk in a you're greeted by kind staff and Paletas in the front case. Good luck getting out of there without a Paletas for dessert! The restaurant also has a market where you can grab a few snacks for the road.

    Cecina and Pollo Tacos
    Jenise C.

    The food was amazing, second time eating here but first time dining in and the seating in here is so cute! Staff is kind, will definitely be coming back

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    Amanda W.

    I also love this place bc i love paletas and i love the decors inside the lady was very nice and amazing flavors

    Quesabirria
    Yulissa C.

    Love plaza Ortega ! There food is always so delicious! My parents love coming here on the weekend to eat together as a family. Their agua frescas are so yummy I recommend the maracuyá which is passionfruit. You MUST also get a paleta before you leave they have many flavors to choose from and if you just want regular ice cream that as well but their paletas always are so tasty to try out . My favorite is the fresa con crema flavor. Their tortas are super filling and the quesabirria is super filling . So far my favorite plate is the Alambre al pastor that filled me up and was super delicious. My family goal is to try every plate here . They also are always very nice and the place itself is always clean and welcoming the music is top tier ! Great spot 10/10

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    3 years ago

    The food is sooo gooooooodddd!!!! And they have great smoothies, juices, and breakfast food as well! It's a hit.

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    4 years ago

    Good food but overpriced tacos. Know a couple of Mexican places with bigger better tacos for a bit cheaper.

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    3 years ago

    great food and lovely staff! quesabirria is our go to, love ending the meal with a paleta (ice cream popsicle). highly recommend!

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    5 years ago

    This place is so so good! Might be my new favorite taco spot in Bushwick! The fish and shrimp tacos are to die for.

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