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    Chinelos II

    3.5 (96 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Grocery, Delis
    Open 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Very loud
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Taco, Mexican Sauage Taco, Cactus Taco
    Jasmine S.

    We found this place on our way walking to the 1 train to 145th Street. We smelled tacos from outside and we all of a suddenly craved tacos so we gave it a try. We ordered their Chicken Taco, Mexican Sausage Taco, and Cactus Taco. This was our first time seeing Cactus Taco on a menu so we wanted to try it out. We didn't know what kind of Cactus it was because we know there are various different kinds of cactus but it was a nice option for a veggie taco. It had a slightly sour or acidic flavor, similar to green beans or okra. It was tasty overall. Our favorite was the Mexican Sausage Taco, it's always been our favorite and go-to taco. The Chorizo taco was savory and spicy, You never could go wrong with ordering a Chorizo taco. The Chicken Taco has a mild and savory flavor that was also juicy. Overall, what a great restaurant to come across when you are in the neighborhood.

    From left to right: lengua, chorizo, buche. Not that you can tell anyway lol
    Angela L.

    The best quality Mexican food in the area! The cooking here is great, the flavors are amazing and the prices aren't too shabby! I was a little upset to see that for tacos, it's $.50 extra per taco to get lettuce tomato onions and cheese. I thought those things were usually free? Regardless, I added them to my tacos and it really filled the taco. I ordered a lengua, chorizo, and buche taco they were all very tasty but the buche taco was a bit too burnt and crispy. This is not a criticism because that might be how it's always made - this was my first time ever having buche. Every time I've come here, the service is just a bit too long. I only ordered takeout here and expect it to be quick. However, the wait time for your food is just as long as if you were just sitting in. Of note, you have to pay in the adjacent deli. Not with the cook or the waitress if you're ordering to go. In the adjacent deli, you can find drinks and snacks to go with your order. This place has great food and is a lovely neighborhood staple. Stop by if you're craving Mexican food!

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    Eugene C.

    I would definitely say this place is a hidden gem since it's located between Broadway and Amsterdam and not on the main streets. I came upon at the recommendation of a fellow yelp eliter who lives in the area. This place is your typical hole in the wall place that serves good food at a good price. Five dollars for a burrito or a chimmichunga. Can't beat that. I will say this though I still would prefer the $7 burritos at the la Viagra taco truck on 145th. But this place is a close second. I have definitely go here if I'm craving Mexican food and my usual trucks are not there.

    Carnitas Soft Taco Bistec Soft Taco Cecina soft taco Aguas Naturales

    It can be hard to find good Mexican takeout in Manhattan for a decent price, and my partner is from LA so we really never thought that would happen. We found Chinelos by accident when looking for a quick bodega sandwich before a friend's party and felt like we hit gold. At the time we weren't in the delivery radius and thought we'd never have it again, but then we moved nearby and it was the first meal we had in our new home. Everything we've had here is GREAT.

    Chorizo nachos
    Natasha P.

    So I had to update my review because their service simply put is starting to suck. I don't know what new employees they have but they consistently forget my order when I order on their website. They even had a brand newborn crying at the cashier counter. I can't.

    Small Guac $6 enough for 2 people. (as of 2017)
    Stewie V.

    I used to come to Chinelos a lot when I was still taking classes at nearby City College about 3 years ago. What I originally liked about Chinelos was the delicious Mexican food and cheap prices. Came back this year and Chinelos did not disappoint. Still loud music or TV playing Univision, still the waiters with some weird ordering system. You order your food then pay at the bodega/mexican store that's connected to the restaurant. If you are here expecting great service then you will be disappointed. I treat it as a fun different experience to enjoy your food with. I had the Gordita de Pollo. This was delicious only $3 bucks and pretty filling. I had the tacos de Chorizo (still my favorite meat here), tacos al pastor, tacos de pollo, tacos de bistec. Also my chorizo tostada was super tasty. Best meats I think are chorizo, bistec, and al pastor. Chicken is light on seasoning compared to other meats, but they give you a lot of it in the taco. Good protein and low fat if you are into that healthy fetish. You can't really go wrong for the price. You will eat a lot of food for $10 or under. Most tacos are $2.50 -$3, burritos $4, tostadas and gorditas $3.

    Absolutely delicious 4 tacos $3 each and a huaranche $6
    Yvonne L.

    Very delicious and not your gentrified chipotle and dos toros can compare. I got 4 tacos (nopales, oreja pig ear, lengua beef tongue, buche pig stomach) Mexican style ($3 each) and a carnitas huarache ($6). I had two tacos which are very tasty and filling. Saving the rest for later which I'm sure will be very good as well. Hope they are hanging in there during the pandemic.

    Bistec Burrito, absolutamente delicious!!!
    Taylor N T.

    Chinelos food is the bomb.com! I am a huge fan of real Mexican food and this place absolutely delivers. The latest Latinx and Reggaeton hits are blasting as you walk in. The 2-4 person seating tables circle the open stove behind a counter. There is a bodega next door for drinks and where you pay for your meal. The ordering system is a little odd. You have to order and pay in two different places. Order at the counter and pay through the archway in the bodega. Everyone is super friendly and pretty much everyone speaks Spanish regulars and staff alike. They're welcoming regardless of your preferred language and even listen to me butcher my order in Spanish haha. We had a minor mix up with our taco order. I somehow ordered us a vegetable taco, oops. They switched it out for us no questions asked. Anyway, super glad we went. Planning to be regulars! Much love y'all. Te Amo!

    Shrimp, steak, and chicken tacos with American Style toppings

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    Delicious !!! Looks like a hole in the wall but the food is awesome perfect place to grab a quick bite

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    10 years ago

    Ordered two tacos and was disappointed in the lack of seasoning. I wouldn't return they're better taco spots in other boroughs.

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    Cinco De Mayo

    Cinco De Mayo

    4.6
    (38 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    Cinco de Mayo landed on my radar when a bunch of us at work were looking for a place to grab some…read morelunch. We had our usual list of spots in Midtown East, but this time we wanted something a little different. We ultimately landed on Mexican, however even then there were several spots to chose from. One of my colleagues found CdM, and since we had nothing to lose we decided to check it out. In terms of physical space at CdM, there is very little; this is actually a walk-up spot hence it is solely a takeout restaurant. The menu is pretty straightforward - lots of Mexican staples with a good variety to choose from. The burrito bowl looked good so I decided to go with that - I was given choice of protein (I chose pastor) and types of beans (I chose black). The bowl was really good - all the ingredients tasted fresh and they were generous with the portion. They added sour cream to the top of the bowl and it came with a side of salsa verde which I thought was a nice touch. We also ordered some bags of tortilla chips to share - these were my favorite kind as they were semi-thick and super crunchy. Overall, I had a solid experience at Cinco de Mayo. It definitely hit the Mexican craving spot and I would have no qualms returning for another meal.

    First time here - pretty solid meal with decent pricing as well…read more I got the cinco de mayo plate which came with beef. Good lunch portion and it was also pretty tasty. Also got guacamole and chips as a side - which was on the smaller side given the price. All in all it's a good lunch option in the city!

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    Tán by Chef Richard Sandoval

    Tán by Chef Richard Sandoval

    3.9
    (247 reviews)
    4.6 mi

    I had this place bookmarked for a while. Finally came for my birthday dinner. It was a rainy…read moreevening and I was hoping there'd be umbrella sleeves offered. I didn't see any but saw buckets for umbrellas. I opted not to leave it there since I didn't wanna forget or risk someone taking it. I took it upstairs with me. My friend had arrived and was seated. Apparently, they do offer sleeves because she got one. But the 3 people who were at the hostess booth failed to offer me one. The beautiful ambiance will get your attention immediately. It is a stunning space. The tableware was gorgeous as well. We waited for our last friend to arrive who was almost half an hour late before ordering (we thought she'd arrive sooner). Our server, Matias was gracious about it the whole time. What we ordered: Drinks: Passionfruit Margaritas & Mojito - we were happy with them. Tlayudas, Guacamole y Salsas - this was really good and a great option for the table to share. The homemade chips alone were excellent. Liked all the different dips. Guac could've used some cilantro and more acid/spice. Tán Ceviche - I loved this. Super fresh and great flavor. Could use a touch of acid. My entree was the Shrimp & Crab Enchiladas - This was pretty good. The sauce could've used some spice and some acid to cut through the richness. My friend ordered the Yellow Corn Soup as part of her meal and she did not like it. She said it was too sweet which I thought was strange. I tried a spoonful and I agreed with her. It needed a savory note and again, acid would've done wonders. Also, the crab was a bit fishy in this. She enjoyed her tamal though. I tried a touch of the sauce and it was delish. My other friend had the Quesabirria which she was also happy with. To sum up: Ambiance: 5/5 The space is undoubtedly gorgeous. Food: 4/5 Beautiful presentation on everything but each dish lacks an element or two to make it a home run. Staff: Wait staff 5/5. Downstairs staff (greeters/hostess) 4/5. Needs to be more on point like offering customers sleeves for umbrellas or pointing out the buckets to put them in. At some point through our entrees a group of 3 women were doing a 10-minute photo shoot by the stairway where our table was. Absolutely inappropriate behavior and a manager should've stopped it. Camera flashes all up in our faces while we're eating wasn't cool. Overall, still a great elevated Mexican cuisine option. The slight tweaks would make this a 5 star place for me. I'd return to try more things.

    What a GORGEOUS space. Whoever interior decorated this restaurant deserves their tens because it is…read morea spectacle. I had only seen daytime pics, but being there in the evening is a treat. If you are someone who is looking at an aesthetic place, this is a top contender. Unfortunately, I would say this place is better looking than the food is good. The food was fine, appetizers were all fresh but lacked any real depth in flavor. I wasn't too thrilled with the bone marrow I had either (but the tortillas come in the cutest basket). Personally, if it wasn't for the drinks and the space, I cant say this place is worth it - you're not coming here for the food. Another little complaint I have is the women's restroom on the second floor - right by the door is a floor to ceiling mirror which I understand was included to make the space seem bigger, but my friends and I agreed that it is a little misleading - I kept wanting to walk into it thinking there was more space there and not wall. I would recommend maybe putting a decal on it to clearly show its mirror.

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