The mole here is awesome! This tiny place run by local women is an absolute delight. The flavors and presentation are on par with any other restaurant in NY that makes you temporarily forget that you're in a tiny bistro-style place in Inwood Heights. All the food items are fresh and made to order. Above all, I would definitely recommend the mole as it's just something you don't get to have all the time of this caliber. read more

Serrano Salsa - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

5 star spot, at least for Inwood Their tacos, tortas, nachos etc. all spot on The Mexican hot chocolate is one the best drinks I've ever had Even give you a fire caramel sauce with their churros Only thing I'd improve is consistency with how much meat they give you read more

Just when we had utterly given up on finding good vegan Mexican food in NYC, we discovered this gem tucked away in Inwood. We were blown away by the high quality, extensive vegan options. Nearly anything on the menu can be made vegan, with multiple types of plant-based proteins ranging from tofu to jackfruit to seitan to soyrizo to veggie. I really appreciate that they have vegan black beans, pinto beans, and refried beans. The prices are high, but the flavors are authentic and the portions are satisfying. We loved the burritos, black bean tamales, and enchilada platters. The even have vegan cheese and crema, and the homemade salsas are incredible. I wish they would open a location farther downtown! read more

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This is a small not-so-obvious place, but it's a great find. I like their taco salad bowl and breakfast options. The tacos are delicious and theres some outdoor seating when the weather is nice. The service is always friendly. read more

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One of the few authentic Mexican restaurants in the area. Taco Tuesdays are the best. The chef and staff are great and it feels like Mexico eating in the patio area outside. Perfect ambiance for taco loving. read more

AMAZING FOOD. AMAZING TEAM . One of my weekly favorites ! Little pricey but its the price you pay for QUALITY.

I've traveled the world and found the perfect taco here! This very welcoming and cozy family-owned spot is big on takeout but has some limited seating. The menu will make you want to stay and try everything! read more

This is homemade tacos. A giant block of masa is on the counter and they cut a piece off and make a tortilla with it. Great flavor. Like eating at someone's house. Two tacos is a decent meal. Great salsas to go. Nice people. read more

This small restaurant makes fresh, tasty, simple Mexican food at fair prices. The taco bowls, one Carne Asada and the other Pollo, were nicely made with a terrific shell,guacamole, yellow rice. Cheese, beans (either pinto or black). Tacos, burritos or quesdillas are all nicely made. read more

I've been in the neighborhood for 9 months and was way overdue to try this place. I ordered nachos pollo asada because it was their Thursday special (small nachos with protein for $10) and honestly I don't even really *like* nachos but I thought these were delicious. Kinda wish there was more pico de gallo but that's it. I love the outdoor dining area they have, and looking forward to coming back more over summer. read more

Serrano Salsa - Nachos pollo asada - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Don't expect much overall at this informal Mexican spot steps away from Isham Park. Very few seats inside, no restroom and tables seldom wiped. Service is fast, although they make you feel like they're doing you a favor ordering food with them. Guacamole: the guac is good, although you'd expect it to come with chips, for $10. If you want chips, it's another $6. So, before ordering it, remember that you're paying $16 for a serving of guacamole and chips. Tacos al pastor: solid. Not a lot of meat, though. Fish tacos: very good. Get them. Tacos de carne asada: just ok. The quality of the beef if average. Chicken quesadilla: a legit portion, but it wasn't anything to write home about. Overall, we weren't wowed. Considering that you're paying just for the food, prices are not where they should be. For the same price, you can get better tacos elsewhere with more amenities and better service. Not going back. read more

I couldn't wait for this place to open !! It was Election Day when walked by and realized they were finally up and running. The reasurant is a bit small so it isnt too much of a dine in restaurant though they do have some tables outside that would be great when it's warmer out. The staff is extremely attentive, they were friendly and made sure my order was perfect. The foos is absolutely amazing, from the tacos to the sides to the nachos. I have yet to taste the breakfast options which is next on my list but I know they won't disappoint me. Make sure to try the fish tacos and the steak tostadas ! read more

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Serrano Salsa is an incredible restaurant that we are lucky to have in the neighborhood! On two separate occasions we have ordered catering for a gathering at our apartment and the food was perfect, affordable and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. Additionally, we are frequent patrons of their restaurant for taco Tuesday (and taco any other day of the week we have a craving)! We also always order a large container of their salsa Maya hot sauce so we have it on hand for our Serrano orders and any other food we want to add it to! Their food is fresh, delicious, and clearly made with love. read more

new fave taco spot, fresh food and tastes authentic Tried the chicken tacos, flautas, steak tostadas and one morning had huevo rancheros and it was delicious. The churros were just OK or tasted a day old but other then that each time I order food it's on point. read more

Amazing traditional cultural mexican cuisine and desserts definitely come and try the food at serrano salsa! Highly recommend... beautiful ambience and great service. read more

Wish I had taken pictures of the food but it was so delicious I totally forgot! Place is adorable, outdoor seating, vegan options, friendly staff and delicious food! Ordered: 1 Steak Burrito 2 Tacos al Pastor 1 quesadilla al Pastor 1 Homemade Flan 1 Agua de Horchata 1 Jarrito de Mandarina Everything we ordered was delicious and perfectly cooked. The "al pastor" meat was so beautiful cooked and perfectly balanced between the spices and pineapple. The homemade tortillas for the tacos are delicious. Food was greatly satisfying, great portions. Loved their Brunch menu so will hopefully visit them soon to try that out! Want some authentic Mexican flavours... Try them out! read more

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Let it be known...not only is this the best Mexican in Inwood (I knew that on my very first bite of an Al pastor taco), I've come to believe that Serrano belongs in the very top echelon of Mexican food city-wide. After 10 visits give or take, I've tried much of what is on the menu and I'm amazed by the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Their tacos are truly excellent, and can be served on delicious corn tortillas that are a step up from the typical ones you find in a grocery store. Guacamole and chips (homemade!) is another regular order, as are a side of rice & beans. You can tell a lot about a kitchen by the quality of their staples, and the cooks at Serrano clearly pay special attention to even the simplest menu items. Speaking of, from what I've observed the entire kitchen is female operated, which is rare in my experience. Service is warm and friendly and even though it's a small space they keep it neat and tidy. All employees have been diligent when it comes to masks, hair caps and gloves. Lastly, don't forget the soups! So far I've tried both tortilla and chicken and they were amazing. So...are you convinced yet? PS Cash preferred! read more

So I'm not sure how new this spot is but I just moved to the area so it's likely that it's not new and it just wasn't coming up for my search options because I was out of delivery range. In any case, they have vegan options and they are SO GOOD! I've ordered delivery from here twice in a week and it's probably going to be a go-to for sometime. I love Mexican food but not a lot of places have vegan options. Serrano Salsa has several plant based protein options including tofu, jackfruit, vegan chorizo and seitan. The first time we ordered jackfruit tacos, a veggie burrito and the enchiladas with chorizo. So impressed with flavors, delivery time and portion sizes. The second time we ordered a chorizo burrito and a veggie burrito. Sadly we did not take photos because we were being greedy BUT if you're a vegan, have been in search of some fire vegan Mexican food in the uptown area then you HAVE to give this place a try. You won't be disappointed. They do use Daiya which I hate but I usually opt out of vegan cheese so just a heads up! read more

Some of the best fresh salsa I've had from a restaurant honestly. Their huevos divorciados are honestly addictive and so comforting. Things are just made well and with love and I think that's so important when you're eating. I can't emphasize how amazing their salsas are either. read more

Often walk by here and las Sunday finally decided to stop on and try the food. I ordered: steak taco, pork taco, fish taco, elote and guacamole and chips. The food was delicious and fresh. We sat outside to enjoy our yummy food they do not have an alcohol license yet but we were able to buy some Coronas next door at a deli and brought them over to our tables outside. We loved the food so much we called a few friends to join us and we kept ordering tacos, we must of sat outside drinking beers and ordering tacos for about 5 hrs. We also met some great ppl in the neighborhood who were eating outside. We loved the food and ambiance, they did a great job with the small outdoor space they have. Can't wait to come back and eat more tacos and try the fruit paletas, we were too full from our yummy tacos. To the young ladies that work there, thank you and they were all wonderful and friendly. read more

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My neighborhood has always been limited in terms of Mexican food, however Serrano Salsa has some of the best food in the neighborhood. The restaurant has become my go to when ordering out and they always deliver top notch food. The customer service is always great; very friendly employees that are quick to fulfill an order. The restaurant itself is a small hole in the wall with a very welcoming vibe and great outdoor seating. Anything they serve will not disappoint and I highly recommend giving them business . read more

The taco Bria was good. But it was a bit soggy and the amount of Bria sauce was a good portion. I was just not happy in paying $17.41 for just $4 each taco and plus bri sauce has to charge extra for the order that comes with it because of the charge I'm assuming. It was to go so it was a small interaction with the cashier, but she was good. read more

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The Mexican avocado toast was divine. definitely getting that again. It's a chill vibe inside the restaurant and nice ambiance. read more

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We were thrilled to see a new Mexican spot open up at this spot. The owner is the wife of the owner of Grandpa's Pizza, located almost next door, so it's cool to have another restaurant in the family. The menu at Serrano offers breakfast items, tacos, tostadas, burritos, and specialties. We sampled the nachos, veggie enchiladas, and veggie quesadillas. The offerings at Serrano stand out in a few ways. First of all, the corn tortillas are really delicious and have a unique flavor. They're homemade and organic, so they taste so much better than the typical packaged tortillas you get everywhere else. These tortillas are thick, corny, and delicious. Second of all, the green sauce on the enchiladas is very tasty and even has a little bit of a very welcome kick. Sauces are so key in Mexican cuisine, and Serrano nailed this particular sauce. Lastly, the filling in the enchiladas and quesadillas was so much better and more interesting than just cheese. In addition to cheese, there was zucchini, onion, and I believe nopal. The vegetables had a nice crunch and tasted very, very fresh. The service was kind and polite, and the kitchen appears extremely clean and efficient. Folks are masked and gloved. We will definitely return to Serrano, as we are mighty curious about their breakfast, especially the burrito. How I long for breakfast burritos and have such difficulty finding them in Manhattan! We will also try the tacos soon, because that green enchilada sauce was so good, we figure their salsas must also be great. Serrano Salsa is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood! read more

Serrano Salsa - a menu on a large screen - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

My favorite Mexican spot in all of New York and Long Island. Super authentic, fresh and great choice of options. People are very friendly as well. read more

Serrano Salsa - Torta de Chorizo con Huevo - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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L was looking for some good food near work so I suggested this place. He ordered Enchiladas through Seamless. Portions are a bit small, prices listed are also a few dollars more on 3rd party apps. So fairly pricy for an entree. The food was pretty good, better quality than the other Mexican restaurants in the area. He didn't feel sick or bloated which usually happens from other places. Will try a burrito or some tacos next time. read more

This place is such a gem and great addition to the neighborhood. Now that the weather is warming up, I can't wait to hang out and eat at the cute little area they set up outside. The menu is extensive - but don't let that worry you. We've had a taste of many different dishes and all have been fantastic. Here are our standouts: Mole anything. Their mole is legit. A little bite to it, but perfect. It's a poblano style, but not super sweet. Not Negro, but flirting with it. Great consistency, and even more depth in flavor when it's leftover for the next day! I really really wish they had huevos enmolados . I cannot find them here and would have to try not to order them daily. For now, I ask for a side of mole and make my own. Al pastor. They have a trompo, so the meat is coming fresh off the spit. It's delicious and perfectly tender. Mexican omelette. This was delicious and had Mexican squash (zucchini but with a lighter skin and specks) in it. It was light and perfectly cooked. Rajas con crema Side. This is personal, because it's one of my all time favorite things and they do it really really well, so I don't have to make it at home when I crave it. Basically it is roasted poblano peppers, sautéed onions, corn, and cream sauce. In Mexico, you'll see this as a main dish sometimes with chicken mixed in - but here they leave it out and make it a side. It is so good. And they price it well! Vegan options! They are so awesome that they have a HUGE selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes. This means you can bring your friends That have stricter dietary requirements. Seasonal Paletas! They are selling the paletas you find in the grocery - La Michoacana style (but I can't remember the brand right now). They have a good selection and they out them out in time for summer. The deli next door also has them sometimes, so between the two you should have all your paleta cravings met. They deliver to Riverdale, and are close to the train so no excuses! Order from them! Between Serrano Salsa and G's DelI on 207, Inwood has some of the best Mexican selections around. I'm so happy that these businesses made it through Covid and are getting the recognition they deserve. read more

Wow...I got the Huevos Rancheros and it was out of this world delicious. Loved every bite. My partner and I work in EMS and are constantly trying to find the right food place. The atmosphere of this place is great. Walk in, order, tables outside next to the park. Service was very friendly and fun. I also got a chicken taco and thought it was one of the best tacos I had ever had. I can't wait to go back read more

What a fantastic place! I've been meaning to stop in for their vegan options am so glad I finally did! The woman who served us was absolutely fantastic, taking her time answering questions and making excellent suggestions. I wound up getting the vegan chorizo enchiladas with salsa verde and it was incredible! The serving size was gigantic and at their outdoor seating area if so cozy and cute. We got some chips and quac as well. The chips and the tortillas were exceptional! I didn't ask, but I suspect they were made in house. Everything was go fresh, flavorful, and delicious -- the kind of food that you can't stop raving about while eating it. They had quite a few other vegan options and such a warm hospitable atmosphere that I just can't wait to go back. Don't miss this spot! read more

Serrano Salsa - Vegan Enchiladas with chorizo - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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I ordered the Birria tacos. For the price I was extremely surprised around the quality of food. The 3 tacos were not consistent in terms of what was inside and basically tasted like they only had beef in them with little seasoning or hardly any cabbage or lettuce. Basically beef inside a corn tortilla. My boyfriend got the steak quesadilla which he liked but was a very small portion for the price. Both were basically appetizer portions for the price of expensive Mexican entrees. I was hoping for a good meal given it's local and Mexican female owned but unfortunately very disappointed. read more

This is one of the best Mexican options in Manhattan. That being said, it's very pricey in comparison to options in California for the same quality food. Supply and demand really hits the note here. In regards to customer service, it is great and they deliver. On one occasion, I paid for a salsa which they had accidentally didn't include when I picked up our cinco de Mayo meal. I gave them a call and asked them if they can deliver the missing salsa. It took a few hours but the salsa eventually made it to our apartment. Some of my favorites: Chicken Mole burrito Guacamole and freshly made chips Fish Taco Horchata read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in New York. I have eaten here at least a dozen times and it is always spectacular. In the rain, in the cold, in the blazing hot sun, it is always worth it to stop here for tacos, huaraches, tamales... They have so many vegetarian AND VEGAN options! Everything is so fresh and flavorful! Each of their salsas is delicious! Truly, everything I have ordered here has been excellent, but for non-meat proteins I especially recommend that you try the jamaica tinga and the jackfruit. If you are ordering something that comes with cheese (for example, the fantastic huaraches), you can request vegan cheese. I am so grateful for this place and I hope they stay open for a long time. read more

Fish tacos - amazing. Don't get the birria tacos - no seasoning. Skip the horchata, not authentic. Guac is in desperate need of lime and salt. If you come here stick to the fish tacos and youll feel like it's 5 stars! For the price and overall, I have to give it 3 stars. But i think you should try it and onlyyy get the tacos...those deserve 4-5/5 stars but the rest of the order was disappointing. So I'm trying to tell you - just get the tacos and you'll be gucci!! :) read more

My visits to Serrano Salsa were frequent since its pandemic grand opening. A welcome addition on Broadway and frequented often because of its location. However they've slacked off major on their customer service. On my last visit, I arrived 30 mins before closing and was the only customer there. No food at home meant a great option for local eats. I worked in kitchens and understand all workers want to close. But we've always honored closing as to mean official close time/start of cleaning area. My order for three tacos placed with the manager was visibly met with eyerolls. Serranos is small , so when the kitchen asked who the order was for, I was referred by the manager as the "chingado" sitting in the seat. She called my name when the order was ready, and I thanked her without her acknowledgment. The thanks was met with her silence and her staring at the wall. I won't assume who had a bad day, we both need time away from work to enjoy the evening. read more

3.5 stars for flavor alone. I don't think I'll be back though. Since they opened I've frequented their establishment but their prices keep going up as well as their wait times. 3x I've left without placing an order since there's already a line out the door and even the simplest combos take 20min. In addition there's no indoor seating space, which they could definitely use, since taking my food home 45mins away results in a soggy mess. The nail on the coffin for me is the stinginess, I shouldn't put an order of 5 tacos and get only 2 sauces. Asking for extra sauce is somehow insulting? I'm a saucy bitch, I don't want to have to beg for what should be standard. read more

Serrano Salsa - Updated menu June 2021 - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I return here from time to time for their delicious vegetarian tacos. I go for the corn tortillas since they make them here. The color of the tortillas are light purple, I adore it due to its unfamiliar color. I love the simple but elegante design in the interior and the cute outdoor eating space is charming when the weather is warm and sunny. I have tried their vegetarian burrito bowl and it was good. Looking forward to return here with friends this spring, summer and fall. read more

Serrano Salsa - Vegetarian tacos and view from the inside. March 14, 2022 - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Tacos were good, churros were amazing. Not pictured was a steak quesadilla that was also amazing! Everything was 10/10. read more

Serrano Salsa - Birria Tacos (3), Mexican homemade Churros.. BOMB! 10/10 - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

El servicio es pésimo. Da la impresión de que se molestan cuando pides. La comida no es gran cosa. No volveré por aquí. read more

I'm a big enchilada fan. Their enchiladas are very flavorful and the portions are large. I had mine filled with chicken with green sauce. The order also comes with rice, black beans, pico de Gallo and the enchiladas are topped with lettuce, sour cream, and cotiija cheese. Unlike other Mexican restaurants, their black beans were well seasoned which is an A+. Will definitely order from this spot again. read more

Unfortunately, my recent experiences with Serrano Salsa have not been good. However, I saw a new item on the menu which was roast pork shoulder taco. I ordered the first time and it was delicious. I ordered them two nights ago and received 2 tacos that had a little too much fat in them but still acceptable. I received a 3rd taco that was only filled with fat. I do mean that there was only fat in the taco. I called the restaurant and spoke to the manager and who first tried to explain to me what roast pork shoulder is and that " this is how we make it". Excuse me, that may be how you make it but it should never be how you serve it. I've had some careless takeout sent to me this year as well. But, I always took a break and always tried again. However, Serrano Salsa has lost a customer for good. After much back and forth, the manager offered to refund the entire taco order. I just checked my credit card statement and I was refunded one taco. The food can be good when they are on. However, if they run low on an item, they will clearly serve you whatever is left in the bottom of the pan. It's not the first time. I am writing this review because not only was the food was inedible but customer service was most importantly and shockingly lacking. It's clear that they do not care about their customers or the quality of their food. read more