The advertising sign at the front of the restaurant highlights pupuseria and Latino food. OK,…read morethat's what I ordered. Pupusa - El Salvadorian specialty - griddled corn masa cake. Other ingredients like cheese, beans, greens, and/or meats are mixed into the masa and cooked on a flattop until crisp on the outside. Since the "mixins" are varied, these are made to order. I had a Revuelta (queso, chicharron, beans) and a queso loroco (flower bud of a vine which grows in Central America). The tastiest portion for me were the almost burnt caramelized cheese bits on the outside of the pupusa. Honestly, the loroco was more of a textural component rather than a taste. It seemed mild. I'm sure they were canned. I don't think loroco grows around this area. The pupusas were served with a cabbage slaw (curtido) and a light tomato salsa. Pernil - a marinated pork shoulder, slow roasted until tender then usually blasted with high heat to render crispy skin (cuero). Slow roasted tender pork - yes. Rendered crispy skin - no. The generous portions of yellow rice and refried black beans rounded out the meal. One thing I noticed, the refried beans had a very slight sour note, vinegar or age, I don't know. I still ate them. No ill effects. Conclusion: I'd go again.

Food was great but the waiter I had was not so great ! She was so dry . The place was definitely…read morewas clean

I have been many times and always had great food and friendly service! Breakfast burritos are…read moreexcellent.

The food is still decent, but the service has gone completely south. They need more wait staff and…read morethe one person they have has a completely nasty attitude! When I asked for a dry bagel with butter on the side, I had to wait an incredibly long time for a bagel that was dripping and melted butter. When I told her I wanted a new bagel that was dry, She looked at me with the nastiest look you could ever imagine! it was right then I decided I would never ever be back. Not only do you have to wait an incredible amount of time to get your coffee. It will also be a long time before you get a refill. I hate making nasty reviews, but this one is deserved.

Okay; I'm convinced this spot is a hidden gem! Great portion sizes and prices. Each week night they…read moredo a special. Thursdays are BOGO margaritas. Staff was kind, and food was flavorful! You definitely get lots of food for what you pay for. They also have 2 different birria items on the menu; birria tacos and a birria quesadilla. Items pictured-shredded beef chalupas Enchiladas Birria Tacos Carne Asada Fries

It was getting late a few weeks ago and we decided to give Tequila Jalisco a try. We arrived and…read morewere seated pretty quickly since it was towards the tail end of the dinner rush. It was a mostly relaxed atmosphere when we got there but they were playing a bunch of distracting music videos. We ordered a couple of drinks, two margaritas: one mango one passion fruit. But we tried each other's drinks and to be honest we couldn't tell the difference between the two since they tasted identical. Our waitress, who was nice and did a good job, brought over some chips and salsa, which was pretty good and we ordered the more deluxe version of their guacamole. Unfortunately, we noticed the consistency of the guacamole tasted like it was prepackaged since it had that prepackaged consistency. A bit disappointing because it was 10 dollars or so. We ordered an enchilada, shrimp tacos, and I ordered the Jalisco feast. The enchilada was alright but sort of bland. The shrimp tacos came with beans and the Jalisco feast came with rice and beans. The beans were a bit salty but I didn't mind to much cause I prefer more salt than not. The shrimp tacos had plain mayo on them which was a bit odd as we both thought Chipotle mayo or something similar would have been better. The Jalisco feast was alright but half the meat was kind of dry and the steak was cut so thin, I've seen thicker pieces of cheese. The shrimp was the best part of the Jalisco feast. The slasa was hot but decent and the Pico de gallo was alright. I have to say I wasn't too impressed with this place, especially for the price. There's not too many Mexican restaurants in the immediate area so if you're really craving it, it might satisfy your craving but elsewise I wasn't the biggest fan. I struggle with the rating to give this place. I really don't care for a 5 star ratings system because I would rate this place between a 5 out of 10, which would be a 2.5 out of 5. But since I can't select 2.5 I rounded up to a 3. It wasn't bad food and the service was alright but the food wasn't anything special, generally middle of the road in terms of quality.

I cannot wait to get me some Parillo's over the holidays! This joint serves the best rigatoni with…read morevodka sauce on the Eastern Seaboard. Ask them to toss in some broccoli and they will serve it up. Parillo's allows you to craft your own pasta dish with their traditional Italian flavors. As a strict vegetarian, the menu had a wide variety. The Tiffany lamp collection boosts the ambiance and makes for great conversation. The service is top-notch and the owners who actually work there, come out and socialize with the crowd. While they are great at working people in, give them a call beforehand. This place tends to be packed.

This place is closed. It has been closed for over a year. Not sure why there are still hours and it…read moreis saying open.

Close to my home, we finally got here because of the high praise from our daughter who loves…read moreMexican food. She told us the Margaritas are outstanding, and the Fajitas are best ever. She has come with friends on their well organized Trivia Night. Service was prompt, and the helpful server was patient while we kept making changes to our order. Pleased that the salsa was given in a carafe with mini bowls so we didn't have to dip into the same bowl. They serve complimentary chips, salsa and slaw. Orders included: Barbacoa Chicken Fajitas Pollo Fundito The food was delicious with large portions. The quality of the ingredients, the preparation of the food, the presentation, and the menu selections are superior to two local Mexican places we have dined at regularly. Website: "Located in Niskayuna, NY, our restaurant is a perfect blend of traditional recipes and modern twists, offering a unique culinary journey for our guests." The interior is unrecognizable from the former restaurant. It's clean, modern, and rich looking. Ambiance is 5 stars plus. Value: 5 Stars We will definitely be frequenting this spot since we all agreed we need to try more dishes and Margaritas. What is the meaning of a catrina? Catrina comes from the slang 'catrin' which referred to a well-dressed man or woman in the European style often with a hat.

Very nicely decorated in Spanish decor. The server Pablo was very nice made a little mistake with…read moremy happy hour drink. Had salt on the rim, but replaced it right away. It was a little weak if you know what I mean but ok... 2 beers 1 happy hour margarita.. The food came shortly after. It was good gave it 3 stars pretty good for being open just 2 months owned by 2 brothers. We were impressed with the decorations and the piped in music as we walked in it sounded like lots of fun! Will try it again as we live near by & it's very convenient. As most restaurants are doing they give you a cash total or a credit card total... so we paid the extra as we don't carry this much cash with us. Total was $73.29

We were having a rough night. Came across this place by accident. Apparently they were having a…read morerough night too. Their air conditioning was broken and the menu was limited as a result. So why 5 stars? The owner. He had us laughing so hard and the food was terrific. Eggplant parm with penne, boneless wings, and burgers were all great. Honestly there is nothing like a good laugh. He really turned our crap night into a good time. Thanks Mike.

We had a late lunch. Fries were crispy and hot. Soup was delicious (pasta fagioli). We needed…read morespecial treatment for one meal (blender) and were delighted with our waiter. He was attentive and kind. We ordered onion rings and the chef made them fresh for us! We will come back!!

The newest menu item is a must try!…read more Sizzling and full of flavor! El Mezcal's Molcajete comes loaded with juicy steak, grilled chicken, shrimp, and chorizo, sautéed with bell peppers and onions and simmered in a delicious homemade and perfectly seasoned ranchera sauce. Topped with grilled scallions and crispy fried cheese, all served bubbling hot in a traditional stone molcajete. On the side: rice, beans, fresh salad, and three warm tortillas to complete the perfect meal. The hibiscus mezcalita was perfect!

El Mezcal is a new local spot. I have been there 2 times. Both times the food was hot and…read moredelicious. It is not "fast" food and made to order so it comes out hot. We will be going back.

A longtime Italian American friend whom I have known since first grade recently asked me to…read morerecommend a restaurant. He and his family are meeting in their birthplace and mine --Schenectady-- for a sibling family reunion. They now live elsewhere but remember their hometown fondly. I immediately thought of Grano! It is a popular restaurant in downtown Schenectady known for its farm-to-table focus and authentic Italian cuisine served in a warm, urban atmosphere. It offers dishes like fresh-made pasta, mussels, and other Italian classics. The emphasis is on fresh, simple ingredients revered by Italian chefs. I like the selection of small plates and pasta dishes. We recently enjoyed Grilled Octopus (Potatoes, olives, celery, radish, tomato jam, blood orange lemon vinaigrette), Lemon Basil Ricotta Fritters, Chicken in Vodka Sauce, and Armondo's Zuppa Di Pesce (Egg fettuccine, cod, clams, shrimp, PEI mussels, scallops, marinara). The food was prepared with expertise and exceptionally delicious. I did not take photos because I was caught up enjoying the good food and conversation. Our server was experienced, attentive, and helpful with ordering. The crusty bread was perfect to mop up the sauces! They are also making a reservation at Cornell's, their choice.

I feel like the pictures speak for themselves…read more That chicken parm with the fresh rigatoni covered in vodka cream sauce was an amazing combo The appetizer pictured was "mozzarella e carozza" panko crumb encrusted and fried bread carriages stuffed with mozzarella cheese, topped with marinara sauce, fresh basil and crispy prosciutto Not pictured is lobster risotto which was a huge portion PB Pie & Coconut Cream Pie (made in house)