We decided to come to La Fondita after all day water park day, drawn in by the excellent Yelp…read morereviews. The food was really outstanding. My husband and my daughter got chicken burritos with rice and beans. They were huge and tasted delicious. I had a shrimp chimichanga and my daughter had carne asada dish that we both enjoyed. My dish was a very generous portion and filled with shrimp. I had to take the star away due to barely any heat in the dining room. We were freezing and I couldn't wait to be done eating. Our hair was still wet from swimming and we were not happy to be so cold. When we asked the waitress, she was very apologetic but said the heat cannot be adjusted as the walls have poor insulation. I wish we door dashed our dinner.

La Fondita Mexicana is a delicious restaurant that uses fresh ingredients and makes all its dishes…read morefrom scratch. I enjoyed an authentic Cocktail de Cameron with plenty of shrimp, wonderful sliced avocado and cilantro with tomato juice. My wife enjoyed the same with added jalapeños for a bit more of a spicy kick. She continued with enchiladas suisas which were excellent while I had a course of rice,refried beans and grilled shrimp. Wow, it was all so perfect. The service was lovely and spot on. We can't wait to return to this gem in Monticello, NY. Highly recommended

What was I thinking giving this place 4 stars. Such great value, friendly service, and the food is…read moredelicious. Definitely worth a stop in Monticello. Had the cheese nachos this time as well as our faves from past visits. House-made flour tortilla chips blanketed in Mexican cheeses, black beans, guacamole, pickled jalapenos, tomatoes, lettuce and generous lashings of crema. Yes, the tomatoes were those pale imitation things and the lettuce is shredded iceberg, but it all worked, especially with the trio of house salsas. Was baby shark coming from a phone at the next booth over? Yes, but somehow it didn't matter, the food was so comforting. They bake Mexican pastries there too, and it seems like they've added pizza.

This place is truly the best and has come through time and again as hungry travelers in need of…read morenourishment. Most visits we've done take out, but recently we dined in and the dishes and had a great experience too. The front of house and back of house service hustles hard here. The steak dishes have always been a stand out. The tortas are wonderful. Try anything with the handmade tortillas. They're out of this world. Aguas Frescas are delicious and not overly sugary or powdery. And most recently, we had a seafood soup special that was divine. And while you dine or wait for take out, admire the wonderful artisan designs on the furniture!

We came in as a group of 15, which can be a lot for any restaurant, but the staff handled it really…read morewell. The service was friendly and patient, and they did their best to keep up with our large party. I ordered the chilaquiles, and they were delicious -- the tortilla chips were perfectly soaked but still had a nice bite, the salsa was flavorful with just the right level of spice, and the eggs were cooked just right. The queso fresco and crema on top brought everything together beautifully. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is that it took a while for all the food to come out (understandable with a group our size), and a few drink refills took some time. But overall, we were impressed with how well the staff managed everything. I'd definitely come back, especially for the chilaquiles

Lovely family owned eatery in Monticello NY. Recently renovated and expanded to seat more happy…read morepatrons. Fresh food, friendly service and home style cooking brings us back time after time. The menu is full of new dishes to try. Used to be a liquor store and beauty salon and now a great restaurant with great ambiance and wonderful food! Tacos too! Don't wait or hesitate to give it a try. You will not be disappointed.

Came again and it didn't disappoint. We sat outside…read moreenjoying some of the lawn games Had a good margarita Birria tacos were delicious Nachos were great Chicken Quesadilla was HUGE couldn't finish it all

My family and I recently visited on our vacation it was a little confusing finding the place but…read moreonce we did it was very inviting and clean. Place was empty when we went so ordering was easy staff was nice. Once our food was ready we were pleasantly surprised everything looked good and tasted amazing definitely one of the highlights to our trip food related and if we're in the area very likely to visit again.

Let me start by saying the owner is incredibly accommodating and genuinely generous. From the…read moremoment we sat down, he made us feel welcome. My brother-in-law ordered the combo with mixed meats and seafood for one, and it was absolutely amazing fresh, flavorful, and more than enough food. I ordered the fajitas; they were good, but next time I'd skip those and go straight for the nachos and the tostadas, which looked outstanding. Before we even finished scanning the menu, the owner brought out food for the baby on the house, which was such a thoughtful and appreciated gesture. The drinks were excellent as well made and refreshing. Overall, great food, great service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back for more of his amazing meals.

We found this charming place on our way back to Westchester from Ithaca. We were getting closer to…read morehome and we were starving. This place popped up just off our route and I'm so glad it did. Being from Texas, it's hard to find good Tex-Mex and Mexican food. El Sombrero fit the bill. Inside, it looks like any place we might go for Tex-Mex in Texas. Our waiter, Elias, was absolutely amazing! The top shelf margarita was truly top shelf. It was seriously one of the best I've had. One thing that sets this place apart from so many restaurants... The guy who owns it is a butcher. They have the most amazing cuts of meat and they know how to prepare them. I got the mixed fajitas, while my husband got the steak. The cuts of meat were perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked in both our meals. I asked Elias to bring me the hottest hot sauce they have and what he brought me was so good that I wished I had some for home. I mentioned this to him and when he brought us the check, he brought me some to take home! What a sweetheart! I really wish this place was closer to home, but it's good enough to take a drive for periodically. We'll be back.

This was a great find! We ordered chorizo tacos and a Chorizo Huarache and they were delicious! The…read moresalsa was made perfectly. The service was 10/10 we were greeted the minute we walked in, and she was sweet! Ambiance was very pleasant, the table cloths were fit for the location and I loved everything I saw inside if this restaurant. Even down to the napkin holders. We had the table with the strawberry one! Ohh and the Spoons for the salsa, thick wooden spoons. Gotta get my hands on those. The food again, the best tacos I've had eating out. My guy loved his food so much, he got another Huarache to take home for later!! Though the horchata I ordered could have used more cinnamon and less water, could be because I ordered a large. So next time I'll size down and see how that turns out! 100% recommend this spot.

Very decorative and welcoming, the staff were so kind. Food was delicious and seems like the best…read morelooking restaurant in the area. Took 20 minutes for 2 dishes and 2 shakes, not bad and worth the wait. Would visit again if I go to Liberty NY again.

We found this Mexican restaurant in a small town near Middletown while searching on an app for…read moresomething different. From the outside, it looked like a place that has been around for many years. It's not falling apart, but it definitely feels a bit outdated and like it hasn't been updated in a long time. When we walked in, it was almost empty. There was only one waiter and just one table for four or five people seated. No one else was there, so at first I thought, "uh oh, this might not be good." Surprisingly, the food was actually very good. I ordered the steak fajitas, and compared to many Mexican restaurants, they were using real pieces of meat instead of the cheap cuts you sometimes get. The meat was tender and flavorful. My companion ordered another Mexican dish with the same type of beef, and it was also good. So on the food side, it was a pleasant surprise. The service was fine, but very quiet and a bit dull. The waiter didn't have much energy, almost like he was tired or not very engaged. The place itself also lacked atmosphere. The typical slow Mexican music was playing, nothing lively, and the restaurant just felt empty and without much energy. In the end, the food was good and the service was okay, but the overall vibe felt flat. It's the kind of place you're glad you tried once, but it doesn't really make you excited to come back.

Had the beef tamales to start. I've been looking for beef tamales for a loooong time! Nowhere to be…read morefound, until now...kinda. The tamales came out as a tamale roll with the shredded beef on top. Okay I get it, gives the chef more flexibility to serve up pork, chicken, and beef tamales. It's was very good, just a bit odd it wasn't stuffed. But the taste was there and it was tasty and delicious! Then I had the Chayote. First time but definitely not the last! This was Mexican vegetables filled with corn, onions, tomatoes, cilantro and chayote topped with cheese. A chayote is a tasty squash that is a cross between zucchini and cucumber! It's very good and done nicely. All the ingredients are fresh. The guacamole was freshly made and delicious! As was there fresh chips and salsa. Great job. The employees were all very nice also.

My wife and I love tacos and so when we tried this establishment, we were very happy and content,…read moreeven though we're not from this area, we would highly recommend the taco factory and the next time we get back in that area we go again thank you very much

Don't be in a hurry when you come but expect it to be worth the wait. The tacos at the Taco factory…read more(for the most part) are delicious and juicy. We tried all three pork (barbacoa, sweet and roasted), chicken and chorizo. The roasted pork was really dry but the rest were really good. They stuff the tacos so full of meat you could take the second shell off and make a new taco. The service is slow and the place is not much to look at but its a nice hole in the wall Mexican restaurant worth checking out. Taste 9/10 quality vs cost 10/10 service 7/10 presentation 7/10 atmosphere and ambiance 7/10 40/50 = 4 star

Hmmm... based off the high reviews, I will have to give this place another chance, but I have to…read moreadmit that I wasn't impressed at all. I had the chalupa taco that completely dissolved into the chalupa that was soggy and bland. I had to eat it with a fork. The chicken taco needed some grill marks or something in the meat. Too light skinned. The taco was decent but could've been better. Next time I try this place I will try to eat it there to avoid it getting soggy. I've tacos all over the country, some of the best rated spots and this was just different. Great service, nice location, I will return with an update.

Local taco truck... food is good, service is friendly, ambiance is pretty good... they have ample…read moreseating... will be back again. Horchata tasted more on the nutmeg side

The food and music were excellent. A wonderful staff helped us have an excellent New Years Eve.read more

What a find in Barryville NY. We came for brunch and bloodys and found our new place. The catfish…read moresandwich was awesome and so was the burger! The menu changes often, the staff is very friendly and attentive. Food is fresh and the drinks are strong. They have music and karaoke, couches and high tops. Check out the schedule next to the bar. Don't be fooled by the gas station that it once was. They converted this old service station into a great space and left the charm of the old building intact. We are sure to make this a regular stop while traveling up 97 the "scenic Byway" up the Delaware river.