I like to go to this place for its drinks and shrimp quesadillas. They have a full fledge margarita bar menu (about ten different types). So if you're a margarita fan, this might be a place you'd want to check out. The drinks are strong, but definitely on the sweeter side, which is a plus to me. The only thing is that this place closes relatively early for a place where you can get some drinks on a night out in New York. Other places stay open at least after midnight. read more

Refried Beans - Grilled Shrimp Quesadilla - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious & reliable. So happy to have this neighborhood staple! We have been with friends and everyone always finds something to enjoy.

We had an absolutely enjoyable dinner which is often not the case with Mexican Restaurants because I'm allergic to onions. But they made it so pleasant by adapting a number of dishes from making fresh guacamole for us to order, and recommending several entrées that could be adapted. The food was fresh, flavorful and nicely presented. The coup de grace was the amazing margaritas! They were well made and quite hmmmm impactful read more

I have given Refried Beans numerous chances now and I'm done!! I live in the neighborhood and love having a Mexican Restaurant so close but I just can't support this establishment any longer. I do not want to speak too negatively on the food because it is not the worst but you can find much better not too far away. What I do want to let my fellow eaters/drinkers know is about their Margaritas. I have tried several off the menu. House. Premium. Optimum. They're downright HORRIBLE! I gave them the benefit of the doubt on the house marg because a restaurant needs to make a dollar but I am completely disappointed. Today I had their "Optimum" and would rather drink bile. Between that and their bartender/waitstaff having their Apple earbuds in and taking calls with their significant others while waiting on you. Completely understand if you need to take a call during work but why do a majority of the employees need this. Someone tell the bartender to crack a smile every so often as well. Thanks read more

Horrible and racist service. 15 minutes for a server to approach me. Another 15 minutes just to get water and a menu.

pleasant, responsive employees. very convenient. one thing -- the food we were served was very, very salty (too salty!). But, it was the day after Christmas, at noon: maybe the crew/cook was "off" or they were serving leftover holiday glop. "Needs alcohol" is not a good thing. read more

Great service! Great food and drinks! Really recommend this restaurant. My favorite dishes are chicken chimichangas, chicken quesadillas, taco salad (either chicken or steak), the sampler, nacho supreme (three ppl can share. It's big), and the chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. Drinks- my favorites are mango margarita, jalapeño margarita, and the mayflower margarita. read more

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I had a great time at this restaurant with my girlfriends. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating however is a small enclosed patio. We sat outside due to a long wait for inside seating. Our server was really nice and patient with us as we could not decide what we wanted. Every dish that was being carried out for other tables looked delicious! I am happy to report that the dishes we settled on were also delicious. The wait was a bit long but they were very busy and also you could tell they cook everything to order. The decor is Mexican-flair? It's nice! If I am recalling it correctly the outside patio was painted yellow, which made it bright and cozy at the same time, as it was a warmer yellow. I grew up in this area and after moving away and coming back to visit I am happy that this establishment has found it's way to my old stomping grounds and that it is delicious! read more

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Definitely the worst Mexican food I've ever had at the price point.... And I've eaten Mexican food in England. The food tastes extremely low quality and quite honestly seems canned. The only decent thing here, and I mean decent, are their drinks. read more

I come here at least once a week , and the food and service is always wonderful ! We come with a baby every time , and they're always extra accommodating !! Frozen Margaritas are fantastic , so is the Fajitas !!! Thanks guys !!! read more

Refried Beans - Another daddy and daughter lunch !! - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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The service is great, and the food has never disappointed. I have been going to this restaurant for years and I will continue to do so. The fajitas are tasty, the burritos are amazing, and the drinks are nicely done. The vibe is also great, I love their selection of music. I've Never had anything to complain about at Refried Beans. Keep doing what you guys do!!! read more

This place is a great find. My wife and I ate here a few weeks ago when we were perusing apartments in the area. We're so pleased that we've found a place very close by to this restaurant and to the Fort Washington Avenue area where it's located. We've dined here twice and the food is delicious -- but, truly, the best thing by far are the margaritas! They're delicious, with a healthy pour, and are a wonderful way to sit in their outdoor area and enjoy the beautiful neighborhood. Today, we had two margaritas after picking up our keys to the new apartment and had a wonderful waiter, Raul. He was very kind, funny, pleasant, and provided great service. The wait staff there seems to be a very reliable and professional group of servers and the food and drinks are stellar. Couldn't be more pleased to live in the neighborhood! read more

We came back and tried the happy hour here! The frozen margaritas are good and the food is wonderful!! Very filling and great price! Definitely will come back to try more of the delicious menu! read more

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What can I say...other than I'm full! And completely satisfied! I wanted some Mexican food and I was not disappointed. I didn't eat indoors but the decor was a vibrant yellow. A cool casual atmosphere. Had a pretty friendly vibe to it. So I made a seamless order thinking this was a typical to go establishment. The prices should of clued me in but I was hungry and placed my seamless order in a hurry. Two Chicken Empanadas were about $8, and a Chicken Burrito $13. The empanadas weren't the most flavorful I've had. However, it was packed with chicken and the dipping sauce complimented it well though. The Burrito was hefty. I plowed through it enjoying every bite from start to finish. I would definitely go back if I'm in the area again. I also want to try the restaurant right next to it. The Monkey Room. read more

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I have to say thank you so much! We had my daughter's Baby Sprinkle last night and had a great time. The food , drinks, ambiance and service were fantastic! Arnold you were amazing! Thanks to you, Rosie and the rest of the staff at Refried Beans for making our night unforgettable. read more

Refried Beans - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Arrived at Refried Beans and my husband and I were greeted quickly at the door and seated all within a few minutes. Once seated, we were given water, chips and salsa which were delicious. The waitress came to the table, she was very nice and took our order down in quick fashion. My husband ordered a Champagne Margarita and he enjoyed it while I just settled for water as I'm doing Sober January Our appetizer of a Sample Platter came and it was absolutely fantastic with chicken quesadilla, taquitos and chimichangas! For dinner I had a steak fajita and it was great meanwhile my husband had arroz con camarones and when I tell you that it was sooooo good, I preferred it over my fajita. That said, I'll definitely be back to Refried Beans! read more

Family friendly place, great food and you can't go wrong with the margarita pitcher - they provide a few flavor options. read more

Refried Beans - Dinner with my bestie and the kiddos. - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

This is a local favorite. It's just a few blocks from my place and is always a go to Mexican place. It has a fun chill environment that is welcoming and relaxing. The servers and bar tenders are always inviting and kind. I have not had bad service yet. I've gotten a couple things here but my favorite is the classic chicken quesadilla. The portions are on the bigger amount so you defiantly get what you pay for. Their salsa is homemade and delicious along with their guacamole. They have a happy hour that offers the best margaritas. That's half the reason I have gone as many times as I have. The frozen coconut margarita is my favorite. Refreshing and not over sweet. This is defiantly one place to try! read more

The trash this restaurant delivered was atrocious. The only thing worse than the food was the male manager I had the displeasure of dealing with on the phone after he told me if I didn't like the "sh*t" I was eating I should go somewhere else lol. For $80 Mexican food uptown should be the fanciest most delectable meal ever. The tacos, burrito and steak quesadilla were cold. They tried to tell me since it's cold outside so is my food. Umm the delivery guy had a thermal delivery bag so no. The ceviche was chewy. Probably due to the fact that it was made with frozen shrimp:/ The kids taco came the rice and beans which they threw all together in one platter and this is precisely the "sh*t" the manager was referring to The flan had water in the middle. Like a soup. Not like caramel. Gross The chips and guac were ok. Hard to mess that up Taco Bell is 5 billion times better. Even my own cooking is better. For $80 that's just disgusting. I would willingly have given $80 more to not have heard that manager speak read more

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Dropped by on a Friday afternoon after checking out Fort Tryon Park. Note to visitor, check out the park after because the portion you'll get is going to have you waddling out. The salsa and chips were a hit and we ordered a second thing. Definitely homemade. The onions in there were chunky so that lent an extra crunch I liked. We got lunch specials of ceviche, steak tacos and a steak burrito. The ceviche came with a chili seasoning which I actually enjoyed, different from the typical ceviche I've had in the past. Gave it a little kick with the tang. The steak tacos came with one tortilla and no surprise when the tacos fell apart as we ate them. That's why two tortillas is a thing yall. The steak was nicely seasoned and reminded a bit of Chinese bbq because of hints of cumin. We loved it. The refried beans!!!! With the rice OMG. So good. So savory. I legit could possibly go vegetarian with just their rice and beans. My friend enjoyed his steak burrito which I totally eyed. He also chugged his sangria which was strong. Would recommend Refried Beans to all! read more

Refried Beans - Steak tacos and Ceviche - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Very disappointed that they don't care about the neighborhood. I live a few blocks from this place was practically hit on the sidewalk by one of their delivery guys in a motorized bike. I asked him to get off the sidewalk and instead of moving to the street he kept pushing me back with his bike. These bikes in sidewalks are extremely dangerous - especially in a neighborhood with many children and elderly. I will never patronize a place that behaves so disrespectful towards the local community read more

I absolutely love this restaurant! Love the atmosphere, drinks and the food is delicious! The staff is friendly and attentive! Every time I come to the heights I have to visit this restaurant. I definitely recommend if you really love Mexican food you won't regret it. read more

Refried Beans - Chimichanga - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Best frozen margaritas, wide selection of margaritas and tequila. Great beer selection including Bottled Sol, Pacifico and Modelo Especial, all very complimentary to the food. I have tried everything on the menu. My favs are as follows: Apps: Guac and chips Ceviche Dinner items: Tamales with pork Shrimp in spicy green sauce The burritos enchiladas and quesadillas are all good too. The desserts are great, tres leche cake and fried ice cream are my faves. The food is consistent and the service is great. Gave a 4 instead of 5 because I wish they had a better taco menu but everything about this place. read more

Refried Beans - Desert Shots - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Hidden gem for sure!!!! Family owned, great service and the food was amazingly delicious!!

I know these are tough covid times, and we're trying to do our. Eat to support our local businesses BUT I ordered the shrimp fajitas delivered and wound up with ECOLI! I'm miserable and upset. Diners Beware read more

We loved the frozen margs to go. . . with our entrees ! These Mary's are great. So good. Conducted a study of all the margs in the neighborhood. They truly give you all you paid for. Delicious and strong. read more

Food is pretty good and restaurant is nice, typical 3 star. I had the 'Enchilada Suizas' (chicken) and I thought my dish was tasty. The portions were more than expected, I couldn't finish. As a drink, I had the Caipirinha which was alright but I've had better. The guacamole was excellent. They also have tv screens with sports games on. The staff was incredibly attentive. Typically, Mexican restaurants are relatively cheap but our meal was about $70 for two, which is a little steep for what we got. That's not including dessert and just 1 drink each. I would suggest going during happy hour between 4-7pm. Other than that, I'll probably come back here at some point but I can cook a better meal for less than third of the price, which was my original plan. Oh well, lesson learned. read more

Refried Beans - Guacamole was excellent - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

I made a reservation on Sunday 7/23/23 for nine people for dinner to be on 7/27/23, at 7pm with the Manager - Rossie. On Monday I made the reservation time 7:30pm, and added an extra person on Wednesday =, when the reservation was still intact. I arrived at 7pm on the said day, found a table set for 10; spoke to a "burly" guy greeting guests - gave him my name with the reservation details, and was very rudely informed that I had no reservation. The reservation was for another female with a mobile # starting with 917. The restaurant itself is very small, with a seating capacity of 20 people at the max. The "burly" guy called the Manager (on her mobile) who told me that I had cancelled the reservation. When I denied that, as above - she changed her story to say that one of the other employees had made a reservation for another group, without asking Rossie permission. Apparently only the Manager had the power to make reservations for the restaurant. By this time, some of my guests had arrived, I told them to remain in the car, while I went across the Street to Kismat an Indian Restaurant. I did get a table for 10 people here, without much ado, and the dinner was enjoyed by all. I received a text on Friday from the Manager, to call her mobile #, which I did. She was very apologetic about the situation, and tried to appease me with offers for future use. I informed her that I don't think I'll come back (there are other Mexcian restaurants closer to my neighborhood in Inwood, with better service.) Also that luck in the form of a neighboring restaurant, was on my side & I was able to avoid an embarrassing situation by getting service there. read more

My husband and i 's favorite place to eat! Romiro our waiter is absolutely phenomenal.. And everyone is so nice and attentive. The food is great, and don't leave without getting a marg! read more

After taking a walk over the GW, we decided to grab a bite to eat. It was brunch time AND Mother's Day so every place was jam packed except for this place. I didn't expect much. But guess what?? It was GOOD! Started with the guacamole - room temp and very tasty. Entrees I had the grilled shrimp and avocado salad. Was excellent. He had the skirt steak fajitas. It looked and smelled gorgeous. He said it was delish. Prices were very reasonable and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. I'd go back in a second! read more

This place is okay.. I went there once and my sister ordered a salad and it came w/ a dead fly..Disgusting!! The waiter said that it came from outside b/c the kitchen's window was open.....! Really? We decided to give the place another shot and we ended up ordering out.. And they took forever to deliver our food and they messed up our order and the poor delivery man had to come TWICE b/c they forgot something in the order... This place could definitely be better .. Not highly recommended! read more

Whenever a good restaurant pops up in this neighborhood that makes me a happy camper. The staff was very friendly and attentive. I've been here several times and walked away pleased. The guac appetizer is delicious. The salads are healthy. It's a welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more

Ordered delivery absolutely ridiculous service.. flour tortillas came in all sticky raw dough. Restaurant would just blame supplier and that's it. Food wise.. well the ingredient are fresh ( too raw in above case!).. and that's about it. Cons - expensive for what you get . 6 shrimps in fajitas comes for 24 with tip. I can name 5 other places who can make it better for half. - taste = bland. No flavor you associate with Mexican food. - shouldn't call it mexican..well this is the worst Americanized version of Mexican food you will get for your money. read more

Refried Beans - Raw tortilla dough.. speciality - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Excellent mexican food, tasty and fresh. Full menu of Margaritas - all are great and yummy! Their guacamole is something unbelievable! I love it. read more

Refried Beans - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Very good Mexican food, fast and courteous service, the simple stuff like Guacamole and side orders of rice & beans always brings us back. The portions are huge, so you can plan on taking some home for later. A really well run restaurant and a bargain to boot. read more

Dear readers, I must speak to you of a quest most urgent and dear to me. There is, from parts distant, a sauce that brings sensation strange and flavor most powerful to all who imbibe it. The complexity, earthiness, and singularity of this concoction is unmatched in all the wide world, and it has captured my heart. I speak of mole poblano, that savory, chocolatey, peppery, spicy, sweet, sapid, saliently seasoned sauce from the Puebla region of Mexico. No distance can keep me from a good mole sauce. Just the other day, Alice and I traveled to a distant region of Manhattan, to the house of the Fairy Godmother. This distant and forgotten, yet beautiful region, known as "Washington Heights," is home to a fine purveyor of mole poblano-a restaurant called "Refried Beans". I was inspired, after my last visit there, to write a new scene for one of my plays-my greatest masterpiece and, by far, most brilliant play-Cardenio. In this scene, Cardenio and Luscinda-the two nascent lovers-enjoy a final meal at Refried Beans before Cardenio's departure in service to the Duke. ACT I Scene II Enter Luscinda and Cardenio Lusc. What strange and colorful pictures on the wall are here. Card. They are the works of Frida Kahlo And her husband Diego. Now let us sit And partake of some Sangria. Fine and fruity, It is a drink most worthy of our love. Lusc. Methinks no drink could e'er be great as that Undying love that binds our souls forever. Card. But still, you must admit, it's pretty good. Lusc. Let's speak no more of this, for time is short, And my poor glass is empty. Fill it hence! So like our love it is-gone so soon, Except this drink has pitcher for refilling, Our love has none, for gone you soon shall be And I must wait. Card. Fear not, Luscinda dearest, For thou we soon must hunger for each other Our food is here, and so our bellies shall Be sated, thou our hearts yearn e'er for more. Lusc. Let's speak no more of this. Card. It makes you sad. Lusc. It is not that my love- My mouth is full, and more of this sweet sauce I must imbibe. How you distract me now! So fervently my mouth craves for this sauce! So sweet and sav'ry! I dare not talk to you, For speaking steals experience of full power. I long to eat in bitter solitude, Far from the ogling eyes of those who gaze With envy on my mole enchilada. Go now at once! Card. But dear Luscinda, I thought we could share All in our lives-both love and life and food. Lusc. How dare thee think of sharing! This food is mine. You swine! You cruel and thoughtless man, who dares To think my enchilada's his. This guacamole And all before me's mine alone to savor! Card. But woe is me! I be bereft of flavor And love-in one fell swoop all's lost! Exeunt Cardenio Lusc. I've traded love for food! How dear the cost Of such a wondrous enchilada sauce! Exeunt Luscinda http://www.hungryshakespeare.com/2013/01/21/refried-beans/ read more

Refried Beans - http://www.hungryshakespeare.com/2013/01/21/refried-beans/ - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Definitely check this place out. It's nestled at the quaintest part of Washington Heights up the hill on Fort Washington. I always get the appetizer platter for food, which you can get with chicken, beef or veggie. It comes with tostadas, quesadillas and chimichangas and fills you up just enough. What's the best though are the margaritas. The jalapeño margarita is to die for but the frozen specialties such as the Frida Kahlo are also excellent. I often stick a corona in but that's not necessary. There's plenty enough flavor without it. Peruse the variety of selections. If you live in the neighborhood like I do, you'll be back and back again. read more

Refried Beans - Specialized Coronarita :) - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

I had such a bad experience there. 1. The server was taking so long to come to our table, so my partner went inside to call her, and she was so rude 2. They charge for each extra chip basket you ask for 3. We had all ordered burritos, but when they brought them to the table, they didn't know which one was which, so we had to figure it out by ourselves (one of my friends is a vegetarian, and there was meat in her burrito) 4. The price of the burrito is so expensive to what you get (size and quality) Honestly, I would recommend you go to any other Latin restaurant in the area and avoid going to Refried Beans. read more

I've been meaning to check this place out for a few years now, and I finally came for dinner with a friend. Upon entry, I noticed this place was very dim which gave me the "couple's dinner" vibe. The staff wasn't the most attentive, but they weren't the worst, either. I went with the steak quesadilla as I didn't want a large meal. Turns out, the quesadilla is huge and I couldn't even finish it. It's priced around $11, so you definitely get what you pay for, but it isn't too tasty. It tastes dry and rarely had any cheese- the steak was the only thing that saved it. I also had the piña colada as my beverage of choice and it was pretty good. Although the waiter took a while to bring a side of guacamole to our table, I'd still give this place another chance, probably on a nice afternoon. P.S. They have cool table decor! read more

Refried Beans - Steak quesadilla- I feel bloated just looking at it, haha - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Okay, so happy cinco de Mayo? That explains the wait on top of wait. So for orders that were not taken online, like myself, it was a 45min wait outside. Once you're in and have placed your order, I was told it might be another 45 min wait. Luckily my order was easy and I got my food in 25mins. While waiting outside there was a good amount of people coming back to pick up their order, I can only imagine that wait time. Thankfully though they provided take out margaritas. So it gave you a reason to really stay on line. I ordered a steak fajita, shrimp quesadilla, a beef/chicken empanad, & of course my margaritas. It's not the best Mexican food, I've had way better but yet again I don't usually order fajitas. Tacos were pricey and limited due to running out of meat options. Margaritas were okay. I figured coming here would be quick but I have other Mexican options near by, not sure about returning. read more