Tacuba Cantina Mexicana
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Astoria
The experts at Eater and Gothamist recommend this place
"Get the grasshopper tacos if you are adventurous."(3 Tips)
"Oaxacan grasshopper taco"(3 Tips)
"Carnitas tacos and tableside guac were muy delicious!"(5 Tips)
"Tableside guac is a must."(2 Tips)
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Lillian RodriguezOctober 24, 2017Tacos are small which sucks but they pack SO MUCH FLAVOR. For the seafood lovers, try the pulpo and chorizo taco. Simply amazing. Margaritas are decent and they have a variety of flavors.
Trae FMay 17, 2015The food here is delicious and the drinks were flowing. A lively and fun place to go after a visit to the museum of the moving image across the street.
PavlixJuly 18, 2018Pretty authentic Mexican joint.Had tacos, cocktails and corn, all delicious.Brunching there on a Sunday is a perfect start to the day before hitting the cinema museum just across the street.
SilvanaNovember 22, 2014Steak dish, chicken quesadilla, fried calamari, churros and flan DELICIOUS!!!!!! Very tasty and not your regular tex mex type of place. Chef Julian Medina thumbs up!!!!!
I was pleasantly surprised by this place. Food was delicious - the nacho and tortilla soup are to DIE for!! Decor is also very cool
Emily WestabyDecember 6, 2014Happy hour at the bar 12-7pm: $6 frozen margaritas (lime, mango, tamarind or pomegranate) $5 drafts, $8 appetizers - open-faced quesadillas, empanadas, tacos. Don't miss the brussel sprouts ($6 side).- Graylyn RooseFebruary 19, 2017Try the michelada with shrimp...it's delicious! Tableside guac is a must. And we tried the grasshopper tacos...not bad!
SunainaFebruary 27, 2015Fish tacos are to die for... Came here for happy hour and my drinks were strong and good. Combined it with nachos and fish tacos and I was more than happy.- Ben GaspariniAugust 14, 2016Get the grasshopper tacos if you are adventurous. I did and loved them, also there are enough buggers to share with friends.
For a taste of Mexico City try the pozole on the brunch menu. Or get daring and get the chapulín (Oaxacan grasshopper).
The Chapulin Tacos, featuring Oaxacan Grasshoppers, reward those brave enough to order them with a unique and satisfying crunch. Don't think about it, just do it.
The Guacamole is AMAZING!, The Chicken Quesadillas, Pollo Tacos & Carnitas Tacos are so yummy. The Aguachile En Molcajete is Delish!
Rick ContrerasMay 21, 2017These drinks are delish! The one one the left is "Piña Para la niña" and the one on the right is "Pepinada" sans the jalepeño.
- The carnitas tacos have a small bit of chicharron on top, the crunch complimenting the smoothness of the avocado. Damn beautiful thing.
- Fodor's TravelAugust 21, 2015In Astoria, Tacuba pairs gourmet Mexican with fresh-ingredient cocktails (some of which are festively served in carved-out pineapple husks).
MischaJuly 26, 2015This is not authentic, but it is not texmex either. They mix Mexican recipes with NY taste and get awesome results. But if you want the real thing, hit the chapulines taco.
Everything. I love it all. This place has great food and even better margaritas.
The service and atmosphere here are great! If you order the tacos, the portion is small so make sure to order a side.
Alfred M.September 21, 2014they make the $11 guac at your table. very impressive menu. expensive, but not overpriced. would still choose pachanga, but a nice change of pace. staff attentive. authentic vibe.
Amanda SchneiderNovember 16, 2014Try the huitlacoche quesadilla and brussel sprouts. The piña is the best cocktail on the menu hands down!
- Rick ContrerasOctober 3, 2015The drinks are awesome. The Pina Para la niña is a marvelously sweet drink which I recommend.
s vJune 16, 2017Margaritas are strong ; share pitchers ! The grasshopper tacos are like spicy rice crispies 😉
The Poquito Picante is delicious - gin, infused jalepeno, cucumber, can't go wrong.
RonnaApril 15, 2022The guacamole is good. The tacos are small but delicious. The octopus is very good.
Vanessa RuedaNovember 22, 2014beautiful ambiance, great service, food not so amazing. Get the Peruvian ceviche.
Octopus chorizo tacos and the camarones tacuba are absolutely everything.
Danielle ZeitlerApril 16, 2016aaaamazing Guac! Love the atmosphere and decor. Fun with a large crowd.
Amanda KellyFebruary 19, 2015
stephanie wuMarch 9, 2016do not get takeout here. torta is garbage, also took 26 min. lunch time weekday, restaurant was 1/6 full
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Tacuba Cantina Mexicana by famed Chef Julian Medina from Toloache, Yerba Buena & Coppelia. Tacuba will feature a large collection of Tequilas and Mezcal.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(718) 786-2727
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Parking
Street, Private Lot, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Any taco with the baked cheese, plus the zucchini flower intrincadas for the win!"
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