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Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine

4.4 (197 reviews)
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Carne Asada Steak Tacos
Julianna M.

This is a regular favorite... Very authentic Mexican cuisine quality ingredients. Perfect provisions, and the hospitality, especially from the owner makes you feel warm and welcomed every time. Romantic... Fresh... Authentic... Just go you will not regret it

Georgiana F.

While the service was great, the food was lackluster and unfortunately also overpriced. I believe the guacamole was $16 and if you look at the portion in the photo, it is quite small. The queso was just melted stringy cheese, not the typical queso you would expect. The filling of the tacos was good but the corn tortilla fell apart immediately, you couldn't even pick it up without it falling apart. One plus was the bottle Coke. I don't think we will ever be back.

Mojito ~ 1.23.25
Teresa L.

Beginning to End of a late night dinner experience done just right. :) True traditional Mexican cuisine with flavor like no other. Started with vegetables Empanadas that don't compare to other fried Empanadas you'd make or get off a truck/in restaurants that speciality is just that. Light and crisp with soft delicious center. Green sauce just right you'll want to lick the plate clean. Entrees selected to follow were Steak Oaxaqueño and Chicken Mole both of which were cooked to perfection. Finished up with their Churros dessert which are addictive, light crispy Cinnamon goodness. The service from start to finish was great in a wonderfully decorated location. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic Mexican cuisine.

This was my beef barria tacos order with a side of salsa. It was phenomenal.
Maddie O.

We came here for a birthday meal for family. We made a reservation and were happily seated right away and quickly. We started out with a round of margaritas and an order of chips and salsa. I ordered a delicious barria beef tacos with veggies and salsa. It was delicious. This was the perfect place to spend an early cinco de mayo meal. I am excited to come back here in the summer when the weather gets nicer and sit on the lovely outdoor patio. The service was quick and the waitress was very nice. I can't wait to go back.

Chips and salsa
Maureen C.

Always love this place!! It was a super busy night and we stopped in for drinks and quick bites before a show. We told the waitress and she was able to get our nachos and al pastor tacos out in 10 minutes (much appreciated). The Al pastor tacos are delicious, the nachos were also go but a tad too well done but still tasty. The salsa with the complimentary chips and salsa is one of my favorite tasting salsas ever. The Alma del sol is one of my fave drinks and my friend enjoyed the watermelon martini. The space is beautiful and can't wait to come back!

Pescado, Al Pastor, Carne asada
Val S.

Cute place, friendly attentive staff. The drinks are great. If you want something close to a regular margarita, get the A-wevo (choice of tequila or mezcal. With mezcal is delicious!) As far as the tacos go, I prefer the Cochinita Pibil one. Food is on the pricier side, so more like a spot for a special occasion. Chips and housemade green salsa were complimentary.

Djudma C.

Really great spot, lots of seating. Food was pretty good with the exception of the vegetable empanada. We loved everything else, the drinks were good. The Birria tacos were my favorite. The customer service was really spectacular all around ! Very detailed explanation of the menu and the waitress pointed out all her favorites. Pricing is a bit pricier compared to other Mexican restaurants especially for the sizes of the plates in my opinion. Will be checking out the Astoria location fairly soon hopefully the vibes are the same.

Complementary soup
Alyssa R.

We had such a great brunch at Ruta Oaxaca. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. Since I'm not drinking right now, they made me a non alcoholic version of one of their drinks, which was so thoughtful and just as tasty. They even surprised me with complimentary churros for my birthday and gave me a card to come back. Amazing food and such kind service. We'll definitely be back

Wall decor
Katherine F.

OMG. Ruta Oaxaca is an amazing Mexican restaurant that's located in Patchogue. We came to celebrate my dad's birthday. We were a group of 18 people. The exterior of the restaurant, reminds me, somehow of Mexican painter Frida Khalo. I love that it's small and cozy. I highly recommend to make reservations, ahead of time; this place gets packed quickly! The manager and staff treated us like royalty. My dad has a free drink, when he visits the restaurant, again! The decor is beautiful. We were told by the staff, that in a few weeks, the outdoor patio will be open! Overall, the food, the service and decor were top notch. Salsas and guacamole are made fresh. The tacos were on point. The shrimp and steak were very flavorful. The highlight of the evening, was the coffee flan! Smooth, creamy and delicious. Very strong coffee flavor, for coffee lovers. A small Mariachi band played live music. I highly recommend this place, if you want to have a great time, with family and friends.

Choriqueso
Mel H.

I've been to Ruta twice now. The food and service are great! I look forward to going back soon, trying some more things, and getting some margaritas!

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D W.

Amazing top notch gourmet Best tacos ever Cute place Great service! Birra tacos and shrimp were the best ever

Shrimp Costenos
Talia D.

Ruta Oaxaca in Patchogue is not your average Mexican joint--it's a flavor explosion in every bite, and I'm already plotting my return. The owner himself was in attendance the entire night, weaving through the crowd like the host of the ultimate dinner party, making sure everyone was having the time of their lives (and let's face it, eating their weight in churros). The personal touch was just the beginning. Let's talk food. I went on a bit of a culinary journey, starting with the Shrimp Flautas--crispy, golden perfection stuffed with juicy shrimp that made me do a little happy dance in my chair. The Chicken Buñuelos? A genius mashup of savory and sweet, fried just right, and the kind of dish that makes you want to hide the last bite from your tablemates. The Ribs were a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, falling off the bone with a smoky sweetness I'm still dreaming about. Oh, and those Mashed Plantains--sweet, creamy, and unexpectedly delightful--are the sidekick every dish deserves. The star of the night was the Shrimp Castaño--a perfectly balanced blend of tender shrimp, creamy sauce, and just enough heat to keep things interesting. And dessert? Tres Leches that was so good it should be illegal, followed by churros that were crunchy, sugary bliss. (Pro tip: order extra; you won't want to share.) The drinks? Let's just say their Happy Hour from 12-7 has my name written all over it. The tequila selection is unmatched--I could practically hear mariachi music every time a bottle was mentioned. The cocktails were smooth, flavorful, and dangerous in the best way possible. The ambiance sealed the deal. The live band that night brought the perfect energy--upbeat but not overpowering, like a soundtrack to your favorite meal. Between the music, the vibrant decor, and the warm, buzzing atmosphere, Ruta Oaxaca knows how to set the stage for an unforgettable evening. In short, this place is a gem. Whether you're here for the food, the drinks, or just to soak up the good vibes, Ruta Oaxaca delivers. I'll be back for that Happy Hour and another round of ribs--don't be surprised if I beat you there!

CHICKEN TACO PARTY
Lisa A.

I came here with a friend for happy hour. The food never disappoints. I had a very flavorful chicken taco. The bartender was attentive. The place was not crowded, as I went there at 4 p.m. for happy hour. The place is nicely decorated with ceiling roses. I'll definitely go back.

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Best Mexican food we have ever eaten with the possible exception of Palm Desert California. Absolutely mind blowing.

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The State Room - Sourdough Malfadine - small portion but delicious

Sourdough Malfadine - small portion but delicious

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3.3(8 reviews)
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‼3.5 out of 5‼…read more Athena the bartender was fantastic. I gave her carte blanche to make me whatever drinks she wanted as long as they tasted good. She delivered every time. Not only that but we didn't get a waitress so she took the liberty to serve/wait on us. She deserves all the credit last night. NOW!!! - WHAT THE HECK IS UP WITH THE PRICE IF THE CAESAR SALAD AND THE COST TO ADD CHICKEN. This is where the negative stats come in. I don't care who you are but the nerve to charge that much money to add chicken to a Caesar salad salad which probably cost $1.50 to make is maddening. This is a dish that you probably make the highest return and profit on so to take one chicken small chicken breast which you're probably buying in bulk and getting for next to nothing and charge $10 for it to be cooked and cut up into a couple of pieces and thrown on top of the salad really was a turn off to me. Other than that we got a fair price on drinks and the chicken wings which were on Special. So I think we got 10 wings for 12 bucks or something. It was a good deal and they were good. Fix that salad situation. That's totally f&$ked

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