I used to really like this place when it first opened and for some years after but this weekend's visit put paid to any lingering fondness for the place. It is clearly in need of overhauling, the attitudes of the wait staff seem to have changed. Dirty glasses , generally dismal air. Waitress told us some dessert was back after months and months -- we should try it. Only to come back and report, the owner/manager had taken the last piece. Not her fault, I know! Oh -- a tag was still stuck on the fruit in my sangria. So yeah, a relaxing drink on a summer evening. Just didn't go the way I'd planned. read more

The whole pitcher of red sangria looked really good. Though when I went, we had the white (which didn't have the whole 6 glasses they promised). So get the red. Another thing, beware of the minimum dinner price. I wasn't too hungry because we had wine and appetizers at the apartment before, so I was only wanted a small dish when i got to the restaurant. However, you must pay at least 16 bucks per person when you eat there. So just be forewarn. read more

Well this was pretty disappointing. My wife and I took our mother's here for dinner the last time we were all in town. First off, the table at which we were seated was itty-bitty and turned out to be directly proportional to the size of the appetizers. We got 2 app plates for the 4 of us and we clearly needed to order 3 or more. The entree's were fine, but nothing special or impressive. The one thing they did nail was the sangria. The sangria was awesome, and I was most thankful for it since the rest of the meal was so lack luster. read more

Hmm...we ordered two different plates of food and when the food showed up, the plates looked identical. Molded ground-up meat with rice and beans on each plate. Mysterious. And overpriced. And with such a cute name, I wanted really badly to like this place! I guess tu y yo means you and me, specifically, as in, for example, you and me end up with the same food when we thought we ordered distinct and separate dishes. Emphasis on unity? Perhaps. Or bad service? Who knows? I drive by and see them getting in food shipments from the back of a dingy, unmarked van upon occasion. Maybe it's mafia meat. Who knows? read more

Let's just say that I am more than a little obsessed with this place. I've been here more than any other restaurant in the greater Boston area. It all started the moment I tasted the green tomatillo sauce. I've tried dishes that don't come with tomatillo sauce, but I always leave feeling like I didn't get my Tu y Yo fix. The Good: Everything on the menu, but especially the sangria (white or red) and the tomatillo sauce. The bad: It's not that close to a T-stop (Davis is the closest). The service is just average. They always take forever to bring you water after you sit down. And don't go thinking you are getting any free chips--because you're not. read more

We've been to Tu y Yo several times over the past year and have mixed feelings about the experience. On the one hand, there's the sangria, which bar none is probably the best anywhere in the Boston area. On the other hand is the inconsistent preparation and flavor of the food, which can on one visit be mind-blowing good and another a near total disappointment. This past Friday, I'm sorry to say, fell into the latter camp. We opted for a lighter meal, so no appetizers, wasting no time in getting started with the traditional sangria. As always, delicious. I ordered the Salmón Criolla and my friend the Carmarón con Pulpo. When she requested that there be only shrimp and not octopus, the waiter explained that everything was already mixed together and stored in little plastic bags. Fine, except that one usually thinks of food being frozen in plastic bags, so a little red flag there. It took only 10 minutes for the entrees to arrive, but both of our first bites were unexpectedly unpleasant. For her, the shrimp was as rubbery as the octopus (usually a sign of being served frozen food) and the mojillo sauce had a medicinal flavor to it. My salmon was severely overcooked, flaky because it was so dry, however the guajillo sauce was delicious - creamy and slightly spicy from the peppers. It took our waiter about 10 minutes to notice my anguished look and, doing something I've never done, I sent the dish back. Meanwhile, I did have a small side plate of black beans and mixed rice to enjoy, but that turned out to be small comfort. The rice was overcooked and flavorless, while the beans tasted as if soaked in brine. Still, I looked forward to my new salmon redeeming the meal. It didn't. The salmon arrived and my first bite confirmed my fear - they must be using frozen fillets. The consistency and texture were exactly the same as before, though now the sauce was flavorless (though the salty beans might have something to do with that impression) and the sangria was gone. Needless to say, it was incredibly disappointing, and I would hasten to say that were I to go back, I would steer clear of their seafood options. Perhaps equally as troubling was the service itself. Our waiter was painfully unattentive. We certainly don't want someone hovering over an intimate meal, but when you order water the minute you are seated and it doesn't come until both people have finished eating, something is amiss. Furthermore, there was no attempt to reconcile the issue with the salmon other than refiring a new bad piece of fish. I would have expected a manager or someone to come over and ensure that the customer was as happy as possible. Instead, our repeated requests for water and help went unnoticed and only the barest semblance of service (delivering the food) was observed. All this said, I probably will go back - the pull of their sangria is that compelling. But I'll be there with a deeper critical palatte, eye, and opinion. read more

I never realized how rarely I had eaten completely non-tex-mex mexican cuisine until I found this place. The tastes are subtle and complex, reflecting a Mexican cuisine that is not limited to burritos and enchiladas. I love that the menu cites dates and names for each of the recipes. I have had some truly amazing food here (particularly the chile relleno de camaron). Though I'm not courageous enough to try it, I've also heard that their grasshopper tacos are fantastic. Everything I have eaten here is wonderful (though a bit pricier than it should be) with one HUGE exception. The Torre de Mariscos (one of the more expensive dishes) is AWFUL. It is a sculpted mound of pureed seafood mixed so heavily with olives and capers that these are the only distinguishable flavors. We actually talked with the owner because we were so disappointed by the dish. He was very nice and seemed open to our comments, but I've noticed that the Torre remains on the menu unchanged. That said, I really love the rest of the food here and would highly recommend the restaurant despite this one bad experience - just don't order the Torre! read more

We've been here half a dozen times, and either the novelty of authentic pre-columbian (so far as I know; I wasn't around pre-Columbus to compare) Mexican cuisine is wearing out, or I'm just becoming aware of the faults that were hidden by great presentation and atmosphere. On the plus side, the huitlacoche empanadas are amazing; I could eat them from now until next Tuesday. The flavor is unlike anything you've ever experienced, but somewhere in the shiitake / truffle area (ooooh-mommy!). And have them give you a spoon so you can get all the sauce. Simply spectacular. Their hibiscus punch and hot chocolate are also fantastic, and the coffee and hot chocolate come in adorable ceramic pitcher/mugs. But this time (and, now that I think of it, last time, too), the dishes were overcooked. My wife got the salmon, and although the sauce and sides were amazing (they take black beans and rice to the next level), the salmon itself was overcooked and dry. I got the shrimp/octopus dish, and again, the sides were spectacular, but it tasted like they had burned the sauce. Unfortunately, they were out of the chapulines this time, but we have also loved those in both the taquito and empanadas. There aren't many places were you can get corn smut, grasshoppers, frog legs, and stuffed cactus paddles, so we'll probably go back. But will order carefully. Also, it is a little expensive, with all the entrees $15 and up. For what seems like a quaint neighborhood restaurant, a dinner for two will set you back $80. read more

I was disappointed here. It hypes up "authentic" old Mexican recipes, but authentic Mexican food is rich in flavor and exciting. The food here was bland, service & decor were mediocre and that's combined with an overpriced menu...it quickly went from meh to mildly offensive. My gf and I had shared 3 appetizers, 1 entree and 2 sangrias and the bill came to $52 without tax or tip. We're still new to Boston, but I'm really hoping that this isn't the most "authentic" Mexican food that Boston has to offer. read more

This isn't your typical Mexican restaurant, folks. Don't rush to Tu y Yo if you're craving a margarita with chips & salsa. Tu y Yo is an authentically unique Mexican restaurant complete with tobasco-laden beer, fried cactus, and grasshopper empanadas. Delicious and exotic, yet simple and quaint. Pros: authentic and flavorful menu; small/family-owned feel Cons: weak drink menu (spicey beer is definitely an adventure and less-than-average sangria); a bit pricey for what it is read more

For all its rave reviews I don't think this is all that good. It took ages scouring the menu to find something that sounded good to eat and when it arrived it was pretty OK. I think they are attempting to class up Mexican food which I can appreciate but there's something distinctly homey about Mexican food that's lost when you try to jazz it up. I had some mushroom spinach enchiladaish thing. No bueno. This is the restaurant that made me dislike spinach in Mexican dishes. Not only because this is the first place I've ever experienced it but also because it was not good. I don't think I would come back here considering the other options out there now. read more

I had been excited to try this place for a while but was very disappointed on Saturday. My husband ordered the Caldo Tlalpeo (chicken soup) and though it was pleasantly spicy, it wasn't very tasty. And I suspect there were canned green beans in the soup. And the soup had a lot less ingredients than I usually find in soup I order out. I ordered the Pinga poblano (shredded chicken breast cooked in assorted chipotle peppers and tomatoes) and it tasted very sweet. Too sweet, like raisin and apricot were stewed in there. The rice that was served with it was very disappointing, tasted like instant minute rice. But the black beans had a nice smoked ham flavor to them. I'm really disappointed because it had so many good reviews. read more

First...if you're looking for Tex-Mex with dishes that have piled on cheese and chips and salsa, don't go here. This is not that type of restaurant. My wife and I went there for our anniversary - we eloped in Mexico. The one thing we forgot to do was call ahead for a reservation. Wasn't a big deal. We came in at the right time - table was available and I think we waited about 10 minutes. The food was delicious. We also both enjoyed the Sangria. We chatted with our waiter for a few minutes about where he was from in Mexico and the different dishes they had. We split a salad - don't remember which one it was but it was good. For entrees I had the Pollo En Mole Blanco and my wife had Tinga Poblano. Both were delicious. The Mole Blanco was PERFECT. It had enough flavor from the pine nuts that it wasn't overpowering and wasn't too little. It was perfect. I would recommend this restaurant completely. Quality of food is good as was everything else! read more

I came here once, in the summer of '07, after I did the college tour of BU-BC-Tufts in one shot. The experience was quite memorable to say the least: 5 points on authenticity, 4 points on food presentation and taste, but -1 point on service. It was absolutely abysmal. We had to ask for water. We got the appetizer/side dish of tortilla chips AFTER our mole (how does that work?). I was practically flapping my arms like a chicken to get their attention in order to get the check. Granted, this was almost two summers ago. If I hit the Boston area again, I'll give this place a try. I believe in second chances. read more

I decided on a whim to take my sisters out for dinner here a little while ago. It was just what we needed. Afraid that we would be too late we had called for the hours twice and the second time made a clear connection and got their hours straight. We walked in and were seated immediately, it was a bit cold in there so we went back out to get jackets from the car. We sat in a window booth, surrounded by accolades for the food we were about to experience. It was almost overwhelming. I had no idea what to order, all of the newsclippings were for different dishes, some of which weren't on the menu. Ps. the menu was really cool, how you open it... My sisters and I each got a different dish - and shared, can't really remember what I got at this moment, will edit and write about them directly. The service was really good. The food was a little slow to get to the table, but once it got there we forgot completely about the wait! Oh, how tasty! My little sister has already asked a few times to go back. My parents were all talk about how I had brought my sisters to "such a NICE place" and "wasn't that SO NICE!" read more

Okay so this won't be a lengthy review because seriously you only want to know about the food. Let me start if you don't live in the area, parking can be tricky or if you are like me you will drive around frustrated till you find a spot. Food: I got a salmon dish (Salmon was overcooked) the sauce that came with it was very good. My girlfriend got a pork dish that was also very good. Now to the bad parts the beans and rice seemed like they were made yesterday didn't taste fresh at all. Overall it was okay nothing special but if you want a deal go to those deal sites (found this after we went you can get 50 for 25 or something) read more

I've dined at Tu y Yo twice, both times it has been excellent in both food and service. I've never been to Mexico so I can't attested to the authenticity of food here. But I can say that it's far better than Romero in the Back Bay. The tastes are simple and well-balanced. All of the food was delicious. All of the entrees we had were accompanied by a timbale of 2 kinds of rice which is so pretty that it was a shame to eat. Also, a serving of black beans is included. On a recent visit, we had: Pitcher of sangria Appetizers: Tacos de Chapulines - Golden Tacos Stuffed with grasshoppers (chopulines) and avocado sauce. Empanada de Camarn - Shrimp turnovers Entrees: Tinga Poblana (Tradicional) - Shredded chicken breast cooked in assorted chipotle peppers and tomatoes. Pollo Yunkaax (Aztec Maize God) (Epigmenio Guzman 2001) - Boneless chicken breast stuffed with cuitlacoche (corn's black mushroom), covered with spinach sauce. Dessert, split: Flan a la Doris - Home made caramel custard served with cinnamon cream sauce with a blueberry sauce For all this, it came to $90. Well worth the drive and the expense. read more

Lots has already been said about Tu Y Yo, so let me echo: The food is delicious. It's authentic. The atmosphere is nice and, despite it's busy-ness, retains a neighborhood feel. The sangria is as good as people say. The business is family-owned. And yes, the prices are high. So, I guess you should take that as you will. For me, the occassional splurge is worth it, especially when the food and service is consistently good, and it's a local joint. My suggestions: 1) Go at an off time (as in, not weekend dinner) so to avoid the crowds. 2) Skip the tamale app -- it was $10 for only one medium sized, mediocre tamale (and it wasn't even hot). 3) Order something -- anything -- with pork. This place does fabulous things with a dead pig. 4) Just get the pitcher of sangria. You'll be glad you did. 5) Take the T. The walk isn't that far from Davis (but if it's too far for you, a bus from Davis will drop you at the corner), and there is absolutely no parking. read more

Reading the other reviews on here - it's interesting to see that each star rating is based on the consumers expectation of "mexican food." Tu y Yo is not Tex-Mex - no tacos, no chimichangas, no burritos. With that said - we ordered about half the menu! lol. Here's the list: Large pitcher of Sangria - i wasn't driving, i'd probably drank the whole thing alone, this stuff was goooddddddd. Jalapeños Maria Luisa - best thing on the menu! I had dinner with a group of 4 VERY critical eaters and we all agreed these were killer Empanadas de Plátano Macho con Queso - if you like sweeter things, then these are for you. 2 of the 4 of us liked them. a little soft - could be a bit crisper Tamales - eh, i've had better. these were good but i wish they were bigger and more filling Empanadas de Chicharron de Chapulin - yep! ordered them. ate them. i felt like it was more of a novelty than a legit dish - but i ate it. Ensalada de Nopal - cactus is weird - it's like a pickle without the pickle. the cheese was good Mole Colorado Tlaxcalteca - the MOLE is AMAZING! I wanted to put it on EVERYTHING! the chicken was a bit overdone DESSERT Avocado Cheesecake - YES YES YES! All 4 of us were IN LOVE with this dish! Flan - good but not as good as the cheesecake Overall - the experience is good, the waitstaff was super nice just very slow and the food was good. Not a place i'd go back to frequently but when i want to mix things up a bit. read more

¡Ay, Caramba! Authentic Mexican Cuisine - no, not Margarita's or Acapulco. This is the real shizzzz. You won't find nachos and salsa as an appetizer on the menu, you will find empanadas filled with fried grasshoppers or breaded jalapeño peppers filled with shredded chicken. You won't find margaritas on the drink menu, you will find Fruity Sangria, wines, and mexican beer. You won't find burritos or chicken quesadillas, if you're looking for that. This isn't the place for you. This is your chance to try to something new and enjoy yummy Mexican home cooking. I had the Pechugas en Salsa de Chile Poblano and I didn't know what to expect. Chicken smothered in a green chile cream sauce with corn. I couldn't speak to my husband cause I was too busy eating. Talking would've disrupted the meal - it was straight eating and drinking. We can always talk later. He enjoyed his Bisteces "Mamá Evelia". Slow cooked beef in tomatillo sauce. The beef tasted something like our mothers would make on a cold winter night. It was pure comfort food and felt like home. The only reason why I didn't give this place 5 stars was the service and price. The prices are a bit high and I would've expected at least two pieces of chicken for $18. Maybe I'm just sounding greedy cause it was so yummy. I wanted a little more for my buck. The service was slow and we did have to wait a bit for the food. The servers don't really check up on you - they're too busy attending everyone else. There were maybe 3 servers for a packed restaurant. The restaurant isn't big at all and this place can get busy. If you come on a Saturday night after 7. Do expect to wait 30 min or more. Just wait cause you will forget all about it once you eat. read more

Wotta great place! Great food, sangria, and the neighbourhood ain't too bad for it! Now, it started as a more modest place, with cheaper entrees, trying to find its niche as a pseudo-taco, steppin-up fancy-restaurant joint, in a space formerly occupied by a greasy diner (of famed repute for hosting the benificent Asif Islam and his compatriot J. Diamonds on many occasions I might add). But Tu Y Yo does it right with the homemade recipes, great seafood dishes and spice. Viva! read more

Fabulous *authentic* Mexican food. Now I love TexMex, but this is the real stuff, and it's soooo good. The sangia is amazing and the rotating menu is fun because there is always something new to try. The only reason I'm not giving it the full-5 is because I've always been kind of cold while I've been having dinner here. It can get drafty, especially when the people waiting to be seated leave the door open. The other minor downside is that parking can be tricky. read more

Yum, Yum, and more YUM!!! Out of the way, but worth the drive. I had the Mole Colorado (red mole) and it was SO delicious! Sangria was off the hook and my fiance's flautas were pretty good. We went with another couple and they seemed to really enjoy their dishes as well, but EVERYONE loved my mole the most!!! We are from California and use to good Mexican food and this place lives up to its reputation. read more

I love this place. They have the best sangria I've ever had, full of spices and fruit, it's almost a cross between mulled wine and sangria. Just fantastic and deceptively strong. Their chicken mole is fantastic, as is their cochinta pibil, which is just the perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet (they are also one of the only restaurants I've found around here that serves the latter dish). I've always found the staff to be friendly and helpful as well...there have been a few times where I have been there with a group of people and we've been there till closing and have never been hastily rushed out. read more

I had to double-check that this was actually the same place I went last night, because it looked nothing like the pictures. My one complaint about Tu Y Yo is that it was soulless -- bare yellow walls, no art, nothing on the walls... completely blank. I am really hoping they are in the midst of a re-decoration but if that is the case, they should hurry up. It is not very inviting. With that said...... the FOOD. Is. Amazing. Wow. I got the Camarones Macario (sauteed shrimp) and the SAUCE was one of the most delicious things I have ever tasted. My husband got the Tinga Poblana (shredded chicken) and it was also super tasty. My mouth is watering just thinking about that sauce. Holy guacamole. Definitely going to be a new go-to place for us. read more

Tu Y Yo is a must try if ever in Somerville. My food snob friend who traveled all over Latin America AND my even snobbier boyfriend both fell in love with Tu Y Yo on their first visit. There is definitely something to this place. What I like on the menu: the fresh-squeezed juices, the Oaxacan hot chocolate, the mole, the chaote squash dishes, anything with cactus or plantain. The food swims in these puddles of delectable sauce. By the end of the meal I was all but licking it off the large, flower-patterned plates. And the presentation... each dish is like a colorful mandala, a treat for the eyes. read more

My girl and I were excited to go to Tu Y Yo - we had good memories of it, or so we thought. We didn't have a good meal at all this time around. The chicken flautas and the Grasshopper tacos were both over-fried and came out half cold. Like eating greasy fried springrolls, but with mexican filling. We got the calamari and chicken mole as main dishes. The calamari was a very small portion and just didn't taste good. The chicken mole sauce was fine, but the chicken itself was thin and overcooked. We really like local places but sadly won't be going back. read more

We were in search of sustenance this past Saturday morning when we noticed the sign in the window of Ty Y Yo offering Breakfast on the weekends.... and we decided we were up for something new. And I am SO glad we did. The brunch at Tu Y Yo is amazing! The Jugo don josé (Carrot, cactus, celery, pineapple and orange juice) was fresh and delicious, especially along side the fresh-brewed iced coffee. My boyfriend had the Huevos con Nopales (Scrambled eggs with cactus) and I had the Huevos Divorciados (Two sunny-side up eggs separated by a red and green sauce over a fried corn tortilla), and both were served with re-fried black beans and fresh, crispy tortillas. I LOVED the green sauce. We also had fried plantains, served with sour cream that perfectly complemented the sweet, crispy plantains and the side of Longaniza - delicious scrambled sausage that came with fresh flour tortillas and sauces, onions and cilantro to make your own little tacos. The great reviews are all totally on point. Tu Y Yo is definitely a hidden gem, and we already have plans to go back and try the dinner menu. I can't wait! read more

So, I actually really like this restaurant. I would say the food could totally be 4 stars depending on what you get. Some dishes I've loved and others I did not like.. 3 stars because it's overpriced, IMO. Service has always been excellent. Definitely try the plantain stuffed w melted cheese-- SUPER ovepriced for a mexican street food but its really good. The rice and beans are also excellent. read more

Tu Y Yo is a real find for Mexican food in the Boston area (or anywhere for that matter). Chile Relleno en Nogada is beautifully presented, a large chili stuffed with ground beef, almonds, raisins and more in a lovely sauce sprinkled with pomegranate seeds and cilantro. Accompanying beans are out of this world. Carnitas also offer layers of flavor. The traditional sangria is the real deal, a cloudy brew with a hint of cinnamon. Many menu selections are noted as 'pre-Hispanic.' Service was great. The restaurant is a warm orange with a contrasting mural with colorful plates and old historic photographs hanging on the walls. read more

I have been going here for years, and I love love love it. As a vegetarian, I remember being initially concerned at the limited options -- but what they do...they do GREAT. Be warned, if you're looking for Tex-Mex, this is not the place to come, but it's definitely well worth the try. There beans and rice are fantastic, and I would go there JUST for those. The hot chocolate and the sangria, delicious, and the indio vestido is amazing (catcus paddle filled with cheese). I loved the avocado cheesecake as well. read more

If you love to try new food (or old food, depending on how you look at it)and have some money to burn, this is a fun place. True, actual, real, authentic Mexican cusine the likes of which you have probably never tried. HOWEVER: I had heard great things about the Sangria so after a hard day of work I met my girlfriend there to get an appitizer and a couple glasses of Sangria. We order our wine, had some, then when the waitress came back and we ask to split an appitizer we were told that as we were having ONE GLASS OF WINE A PIECE, we had to buy at least 10 dollars worth of food A PIECE. They pointed to a small sign hung about ankle level on the front door facing outside (that only said you had to have something to eat with wine-- not ten bucks worth). What started as a quick stop ended up sucking up half my weekend money. Beware. read more

Ah, something besides burritos and tacos ... thank god. I ordered the Carmarn con Pulpo. and I was tempted to get another order of it to go. The Sangria was decent, but not amazing. The prices were reasonable (all the seafood dishes were $18, everything else from $15-18) and the portions are the perfect size. The biggest problem I had was with the tight dining quarters. This is not the place to go with a large group (8+) unless you plan on splitting up across a few tables. I would love to see this place move to a bigger location a little closer to public transportation. read more

As much as I love Anna's and Felipe's, sometimes I want real Mexican food and not just a burrito. Fortunately, after last night I'm happy to say that I've finally found a delicious and authentic (at least to me) Mexican restaurant in Somerville. The atmosphere at Tu y Yo is not super luxurious, but once you have the food in front of you it becomes very easy to forget that you're sitting in a rather uncomfortable wooden booth in a small store-front restaurant off Powderhouse Circle. We started with the Tamales appetizer and a couple of Mexican beers. The tamales were small, but perfectly cooked and a great way to ease into our entrees. We went with the Mole Aguascalientes (a special, but it appears to be one they may have quite often) and the Carnitas. Both were done quite well and were accompanied by well above-average rice and beans. The Carnitas also came with several tasty, and apparently freshly made, corn tortillas, although I mostly chose to savor the taste of the pork "cooked in spices and lard" (per the menu) with the fresh avocado that came with it rather than wasting precious stomach-space on tortillas. A shared piece of flan was the perfect way to end this insanely rich and tasty meal. It came with a little drizzle of blueberry, which was an unexpected and well-executed bit of flair that really complemented the cinnamon and custard. I will absolutely be back as soon as possible, and would recommend this to anyone willing to take the 10 minute walk from Davis to reach it (even in the rain and cold it was totally worth it). read more

3.5 Stars First I'd like to say that the staff here are incredibly friendly and helpful. I called to order dinner while I was driving home knowing nothing about the menu. The woman I spoke with made different suggestions for appetizers and entrees which was really kind of her since I was calling in blind. Being a native Californian, I'd like to consider myself someone who knows good and authentic Mexican food. That said, I wasn't thrilled by my dishes from Tu y Yo. The chicken mole was probably the best dish, but I didn't really dig the shrimp crepes, nor the carnitas. The crepes were swimming in a Velveeta-ey sauce (though I'm sure it wasn't) and the carnitas were a tad greasy and lackluster. Overall a bit disappointed but I'd be open to trying it again if the occasion arises. read more

We always drive past Tu Y Yo and have wanted to try the Mexican restaurant for years but somehow never made a trip. Last night we were craving Mexican food decided to give it a try, considering all the great reviews it has received. As we walked in I wanted to immediately dance to the festive music! The quaint restaurant is very upbeat and decorated in bright colors with authentic pieces of art. Our friendly waitress greeted us right away and was very attentive during our entire meal. It was a great start until...our food arrived. By the descriptions of each dish you'd think they would be flavor packed but unfortunately our meals did not live up to their descriptions, for the most part. We ordered Flautas de Pollo, golden tacos stuffed with shredded chicken, topped with lettuce, sour cream, onions, and cheese. The Flautas de Pollo was the tastiest dish of the night. They came out crispy with a great chicken breast filling accompanied by two sauces, one hot and the other mild. Both were very good. I ordered a pork dish, I believe it was called "Gordo Dos Chiles con Nopales" which was cubed pork with slices of cactus in a brown sauce. The lackluster sauce was flavorless and the pork was quite dry. It was my first time trying cactus and I have to say I was excited to try something new. The sauce brought nothing to the table and neither did the cactus. It had a soft texture without much flavor. I was pleasantly surprised by the black beans, a simple dish but nonetheless delicious. I ended up dipping my pork into it. The other dish we had was a stuffed pepper filled with shredded beef topped with a cream sauce sprinkled with pomegranate seeds. The presentation was very pretty but again, the taste was quite disappointing. Overall I would not return or recommend it. read more

This place is way too overpriced, plain and simple. The dishes were small, and lacked any sort of a creative individuality. Granted it is supposed to be Mom's Mexican cooking, or something along those lines, but this place is just weak. Service was nice, and attentive. The Sangria was the only Saving Grace. Awesome Sangria, nice cold, fruity, with hints of cinnamon:-) Other than the Sangria, do not go here, you will be sorely disappointed. read more

After reading the reviews, I feel like the kid in the Emperors New Clothes. I've eaten at plenty hole-in-the-wall authentic Mexican places with food that was super-flavorful and awesome. I had hoped that Tu y Yo would be such an establishment. Sadly, everything our table of 7 people ordered was bland and unexciting and just not worth the time or money spent there. Particularly, my Sangria was just ok and my bland, mushy carnitas weren't even half-finished. Would not go again. read more

We've been hearing good things about Tu y Yo for a long time, and finally made it over for dinner. Terrific food! I got the Bisteca (the 1930 version), and my wife got the Mole pollo blanco. Both were fantastic. Nice atmosphere, and I like that all the recipes were family ones, passed down for our enjoyment. My only complaint is that the lemonade is very obviously just made from a powder. Don't bother with it. **We went back again, this time for brunch. My wife eventually told me to stop licking the plate clean, as it was embarrassing her. Ah well. It was really good. :) read more

This is the only real Mexican place until you get to NYC (and they only have 2 that I know of). The food is simple, regional cooking (and not exactly peasant food either). And sorry to disappoint, but there is no cheese to be seen. No nachos, no tacos, no burritos, no chulupas or any other crap that taco bell and 99% of the Mexican places around here serve. And sticking with the "simple", the dishes only have a few ingredients in them --the way Mexicans actually eat (as well as 90% of the world for that matter). A few "fresh" ingredients at that --except for the occasional imported Mexican pepper or spice. The food DOES NOT taste like what you believe Mexican tastes like. And yes that comment is directed at the dumbass who complained that their soup didn't have a spice rack dumped into it. If it help them, know every time you go to McDonald's (where from the sound of your review you eat a lot) some townie kids are adding a little extra something to your food. Mmmmmmmm good. read more