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Mexican Restaurant, Taco Restaurant, and Lounge$$$$
SoHo, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Serious Eats recommend this place
"Food is delicious / and has a really great vibe downstairs."(45 Tips)
"I had the Bistec tacos and the Elote and they were excellent."(16 Tips)
"Elotes aka grilled corn is amazing here ❤️ Definitely a must-get."(20 Tips)
"Must gets: lengua and carnitas tacos."(13 Tips)
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Good for a quick lunch at the taco stand. Or great for a late night downstairs.
Small portions, big desserts, delicious tacos, great atmosphere and an amazing playlist !
- DoubleDeuceJune 12, 2013The peanut brittle that comes with the Crema Cocina dessert is highly recommended.
Fifteen years later, still holds up. Downtown NYC Eatery Hall of Fame first-ballot inductee.
Disproves that you can't get good Mexican food in Manhattan. Does prove that you'll have to wait for it though.
Oscar MaJanuary 13, 2012Best tacos I have ever eaten. Also first fish tacos I've ever eaten and they were the bomb.
Dhari LoSeptember 4, 2012Everything was absolutely amazing! making a new reservation for their earliest available date :)
Nancy TranAugust 24, 2013If you should be so lucky to have Michele as your server, listen to her. She rocks!
Italo Londero CMarch 28, 2013Elote callejero, tortilla soup, tostadas de yuca y pork ribs with guava sauce! Yummy!!
Olga EpsAugust 21, 2014Great concept. Food and drink are fine - not overly impressed. It's more for hanging out
Fabio GrattonOctober 25, 2010Love the tacks and corn here. Live the secret undergroud chamber. Hate the pretentious scene. I pray the attitude changes, otherwise I will strongly advise everyone to abandon this place.
There could be a better balance between meat and veggies, but definitely tasty.
Emma Hamilton MalinaJune 29, 2012The Tinga de Pollo tacos are ridiculously delicious. Messy? Yes. Worth it? Absafuckinglutely!!
Enilda HidalgoJune 23, 2011During lunch time, place your order by phone and pick it up...... They take forever when you order in person!!!!!!! But its worth the wait :p
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014Sisha Ortuzar, chef of Riverpark, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Tacos de lengua. Read more
Arkadiy KukarkinApril 23, 2015They obviously have a bathroom for the downstairs restaurant but they won't let you use it without a reservation, even if you're dining upstairs. Pass.
HBOSeptember 3, 2011How to Make It in America happened here. One of the best places to throw a swank birthday dinner like Rachel's.
Next time, I'll stay far away from michelada and the ceviche, but their mojito, taquitos and Pastel De Chocolate were more to my liking. Prices clearly include the intimate decor, where you're likely
Holly MooreMay 21, 2014With my first bite the roasted chicken torta became one of my favorite sandwiches ever.
Shawn PaustianSeptember 22, 2013Some food is pricey, but definitely tastes good. Try something that is a bit more substantial than a torta.
Eddie BMarch 17, 2010Air-tight first date place. Sexy cantina vibe never fails & food is totally on point. Be prepared & make a rezzie. (Ignore all the hater comments- this place rocks!)
Eva TomasOctober 22, 2010Be sure to have a reservation so you can go to the trendy restaurant downstairs! Great margaritas, great food, great ambience!
Our Man On The GroundJune 17, 2011A very deceptive entrance gives way to a wonderful Mexican restaurant and celeb hotspot. Need to book 3 weeks ahead. Read more
Elie KardousOctober 5, 2011the "IT" place for Mexican food... models, investment bankers, downtown hip.... steak taco is yummy. perfect lighting
The Criterion CollectionApril 1, 2011Not always an exclusive downtown hot-spot. In 1984, the corner of Cleveland and Kenmare hosted one of New York's most spectacular cinematic showdowns. Read more
Ying LeeOctober 6, 2013The server with the "Sexico" T-shirt tried to short change me $10. When confronted, she knew her game was up and had a ten dollar bill ready to give me. Be careful.
Katrina WongJanuary 18, 2012If you have a party here, make sure you know how much they charge and how often they bring out the jugs of margaritas.... just sayin!
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- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(646) 613-7100
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"Yummy tacos, great drinks and good ambiance!! Good pick for an afterword bite! ***Cinco de Mayo prices vary!"
Jennifer C - 8.1
"Really good, clean (ungreasy) food. Get the steak taco. One is enough for a small meal. It's not quite Pinche Taqueria, but it's probably not supposed to be...and the portions are much larger!"
Lauren Turner - 7.1
"I love the brunch here!$26 including 2 brunch drinks. Will be tipsy and full enough to spend a weekend day."
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"The tiramisu is nothing special but you must try their Oreo cheesecake! The plain cheesecake is amazing too!"
Jessica Ho - 8.8
"Lovely place, phenomenal chicken sandwich. Great bartenders."
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