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Talavera Cantina

4.5 (16 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 11:30 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Katie B.

So happy I stopped in here! I had a couple margaritas elsewhere and they just weren't good - so I was ready for an ACTUAL margarita. I am an official connoisseur at this point. These exceeded my expectations. Loved chatting with Karen (her and her sister are the owners) and learning more about the restaurant, neighborhood along with their authentic cocktails and cuisine. I had just eaten but I had to try the queso fundido which was soooo good. The spicy margarita (love that there are spice levels, I had the ancho) was absolutely wonderful and the frozen margaritas were great as well. Can't wait to come back!

Tacos Al pastor
Aiowa A.

The service was prompt. The food was delicious and the ambience is very trendy. Great spot for a drink after work.

Churros
Alexandria R.

My partner and I wanted us to try a new place in the Bronx. So when we stumbled on to this restaurant, we stepped right in. Food: 4/5 I wanted to go out since this is a new restaurant. So we ordered alot! - Guacamole - two drinks - molcajete para Dos - churros My favorite has to be the gauc and Al Pastor tacos. You can tell that were made fresh and with alot of attention to detail. The churros were tasty and fulled with dulce. Sadly, it burned my tongue due to my impatience so we have bad blood now. All in our damage since the 20% auto fee for all tables, was around $140. So, not bad for the amount of food. Service: 5/5 The service was amazing! I have no qualms since they were nothing but kind. I am pretty bad at Spanish so, being lactose intolerant did not help. But, they were accommodating and I can't wait to see them again. All in all, I am definitely going back. However, I will order less as I definitely overate. I am looking forward to trying new tacos next time!

nachos

no words! amazing food. loved the all of it and the service. very attentive. ambiance is a nice touch too.

Take-out wait area near bar
Primilene C.

Stumbled into a great restaurant. Vibrant and lively restaurant with friendly staff. I ordered steak nachos and carnitas tacos take out. I was surprised how crispy the nachos remained with the toppings even after I walked home and ate. It was absolutely tasty, then I tasted the tacos and was delighted at its delectable flavor. The pork was unctuously juicy. Definitely have to return!

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“From the wonderful ambience to the warm welcome and service delivered the experience is really lovely.”

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