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Ruben's Mexican Cafe

3.5 (150 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Happy hour specials

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Enchiladas
Kathleen S.

I Visited this cute Mexican restaurant in New York while attending a show close by. The food was delicious. It came out hot and fresh. Can't forget we ordered amazing margaritas. We got a tropical one and a jalapeño one. Drinks were strong but enjoyable. Staff was friendly and attentive. Definitely Good vibes here. They even had live music going on while we enjoyed our meals.

Joe Z.

They're OK they were convenient that the only ones in the area they're not bad. They're very pleasant and happy to please you. The drinks are nice and strong and from what everyone else tells me there Signature drinks are really good. I had plenty of food so it was enjoyable.

Alexander R.

I was In Peekskill this week and I stopped in at Ruben's. This place has a really nice setting. It is very nicely decorated and the owners/staff are very personable. Great service and a very relaxed spot for a drink and a meal. Peekskill is a very nice town with lots of restaurants and bars. Quite a nice place to live too. Lots of industrial looking apartments and condos. The Ceviche and the Enchiladas were truly delicious, as well as the flan which was absolutely divine. The wings however were good but required a fire extinguisher be shot into my mouth to put out the fire! They were so hot my head started sweating and I had to take off my jacket. They should perhaps come with a warning sign. Some people like them like that but I would imagine others may not appreciate them. I personally loved them! As long as I have a cold beer to chase them down.

Main dining room of Rubens  feliz cinco de Mayo
Cat P.

Having been @ Wonderful Rubens, prior, this is a first time 3-star review[hoping to revise] Being Cinco de Mayo, we called in advance learning no reservations were to be accepted. We visited early finding "reserved tables" marked. But, regardless, we were seated rather quickly. Adequate appearing wait staff. Took a few extra minutes, but did place our simple order[which seemed just for today only]. Quickly the tortillas, salsa[complimentary], and ordered beer came to the table fast. Before we knew, was approaching one hour of no food. Someone nearby who was seated after us was in the midst of eating. Granted, was very crowded so we kept our patience. Asked the waiter roughly how much longer. All we got was a nod. Had a bare table with the white paper and a single beer. Had to get up and leave, sadly. This killed the whole mood of Cinco de Mayo. Of course, left more than adequate $ on the table as to not walk out without paying. Although, it should have been complimentary at this point. Ended up with pizza across the street! Rubens: will ??retry one more visit or a delivery, but will have to rethink how fast will do so. Sorry Rubens. And DO hope to upgrade these poor numbered stars.

3 Hard Tacos
Matt S.

Classic approachable Mexican restaurant for drinks with friends. The food doesn't go above and beyond but definitely hits the spot for a craving

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2 months ago

Welp don't expect to eat in an hour. Maybe 90 minutes. We messed up n had get out food to go

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Great atmosphere and food. Service was pleasant and friendly but a little on the slower side. Nice place to gather with friends.

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6 months ago

Good Mexican food! All they need is spicy salsa! Very nice venue, with plenty of room. The service is very attentive and friendly.

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9 months ago

Our waiter Mario was amazing. The drinks and food were delicious and the Service was quick. great place to go with family or friends!

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Excellent food and service. Highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the Peekskill area.

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The most authentic Mexican food in the area! Best place to go great drinks and food been going for years!

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4 years ago

Food was tasteless and did not reflect the requested salsa verde. Quality at this restaurant has significantly declined.

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This is the only place in the Northern Westchester, Southern Putnam area where one can get a good chicken Burrito.

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Octavio’s Food Wagon

Octavio’s Food Wagon

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Incredible fish tacos! Like sitting on a dock by the shore, with these big fat fried tacos packed…read morewith fresh, delicious fish. Love the cabbage and the dollops of sauces they're topped with. The Asian taco with braised beef is also great, but the fish tacos are awesome. And the owner? So sweet. 5 stars!!!

My next stop in the area again brought me to Oc's before my 2 1/2 hr ride south. There's something…read morecomforting about grabbing some hearty grub and driving while listening to a good podcast or not listening to anything at all. I always ask "what's good today?", he always replies, "everything!" Then I give my considerations, "it's between the Cuban or tacos" of which he replied "Cuban". I agreed, let's do it. It was snowing and cold. I guess I could've waited in my car but I chose to take in the scenery and stand next to the small propane heater Octavio generously placed outside his trailer. The food came out after maybe 7 min, not long. I quickly shuffled back to my car and got on the road. I opened the tray while driving through the winding Bear Mountain, probably not the smartest thing I've ever done. But this guy was hungry. First we have to try a fry. Crisp, seasoned well and delicious. I wanted to take a bite of the sandwich. It was going to be a chore while driving. The bread looked so good. I could see ham, pork and pickle sticking out the side and I needed a bite. I took a mental note of the tray. I kept my left hand on the steering wheel and my eyes on the road. I reached down w my right hand, grabbed the sandwich and took a monster bite. YUCK A BIG CHUNK OF PORK FAT. I spit it out and ate the rest of the bite. It was good, really good BUT it had a Smokey taste that I didn't love. It wasn't bad, just not my cup of tea. In any event the ingredients were fresh, the bread was toasted and crispy, the fries with the little tub of ketchup were just right. I enjoyed the lunch and look forward to my next trip to Octavios.

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