4.5 stars I was…read morevisiting a friend on the Upper West Side, and we were looking for a dinner delivery place when I came across Taqueria 86. I found it odd that the restaurant was located on 94th Street, given its name, but that was irrelevant. Its reviews were excellent, and the food looked great in the Yelp photos, so we decided to give it a shot. I ordered a Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl, which was supposed to be served in a fried flour tortilla that had been shaped into a bowl, but I, instead, opted for the ingredients to be placed in a container without the crispy vehicle. The platter included diced chicken, orange Mexican rice, black beans, lettuce, corn, pico de gallo, and guacamole. The chicken was well-seasoned and tender, the rice was fluffy, and the beans were very flavorful. The rest of the ingredients were fresh, and everything blended well together. I was allowed to select one of four sauces, though there were no descriptions to help distinguish their differences. I just selected the Red Smoky Salsa, which turned out to have a medium heat level and added notes of chipotle; I thought it was perfect. I had also asked for no queso fresco, and the crema on the side, though I wound up not using it. Overall, I was very impressed with my dish, and my friend enjoyed her Skirt Steak Burrito as well. Taqueria 86 delivered (pun intended) on flavor and quality. Next time I hope to visit the restaurant in-person to enjoy their cocktails and what looks like a fun atmosphere.

Walked in for lunch and were seated in a comfortable spot. The only discomfort came from the…read moreconstant opening of their door on a freezing Sat afternoon and non-existent heating at this place. Got the Guacamole & Chips ($16), Puebla ($11.95) for 2, and Mushroom Tacos ($11.85) which were the best on our table. I wish they'd let you mix and match but the condition is to get two of each kind! Noise levels were on the lower end, and service was kick. Food arrived within 15-mins of ordering. Highly recommend this place for their tacos!

Rancho Tequileria UWS Mexican Cuisine - BEST LUNCH SPECIALS EVER. The food, excellent quality…read moreservice and exciting atmosphere. Rancho Tequileria is in my neighborhood and definitely my go to for authentic mexican cuisine on any given day.

It's expensive for what feels like a local Mexican place but the food is really excellent and the…read moreMargaritas (also expensive) are delicious!

Brunch walk-in, got seated right away. Good set-up, TV's by the bar, noise levels on the quieter…read moreside. What we ordered: Breakfast Burrito ($19.95) and Taquitos de pollo ($13.95). Excellent food, perfect portion sizes, and quick service. Our food arrived within 20 minutes of placing the order. Competitively priced. We got a small serving of chips & salsa as well (complementary) Will be one of our go-to-places for a sit down Mexican meal!

Pico De Gallo Bar & Kitchen is known for their incredibly, delicious tasting Food, stellar service,…read morefun-filled ambiance (all true); but most importantly for the Icon Mural of FRIDA KAHLO. "Frida Kahlo who was not only one of Mexico's most celebrated and unique personalities but also an artist whose life has ignited profound interest worldwide." The first time I ever went to the movies alone, I was on a group ski trip in Aspen, CO and I needed some me time. FRIDA, was being featured at the movie theater , starring Salma Hayek whose acting performance should have garnered her an Oscar win for best Actress in a drama series; but that didn't happen. W_F‼ Anywho...I ventured to see the matinee and it changed my life forever. EVERY WOMAN SHOULD SEE FRIDA! I cried a river of tears, because it was that compelling and reminds you to Embrace SELF for who you are. Your woman truth is your strength because you matter in Life. Let your voice, vision and actions ignore the noise around you, the nay-sayers & haters! Because they don't matter, when it comes to your livelihood. Pico De Gallo Restaurant is the perfect spot for large groups, because you feel at home and their service wants you to be reminded of such.

After walking around New York all day in the snow it was time to choose a place for dinner. I chose…read moreMexican food. The food is pretty authentic with the waiters and staff able to speak Spanish. I wanted fajitas but the closest thing I found on the menu was Alambres. A grilled mixture of meat, vegetables. and melted cheese that comes with corn or flower tortillas. This plate was delicious and the corn tortillas were made fresh. The guacamole appetizer was also tasty. For dessert I ordered the flan and it is some of the best flan I have ever tasted. You must save room for it! Do not bypass this place if you're craving Mexican and on this side of New York.

Heard great things about Nina's and was excited to try it. Tried to call to make a reservation but…read morethe phone doesn't work. Never had an experience like what happened today. Showed up on a gorgeous Sunday with friends. Inside was empty (and hot), but we saw a table outside wrapping up. Spoke to the host about sitting there and he said sure. We sat at the bar to have a drink while we waited. He returned a few minutes later to tell us her informed by the older woman working there (not Nina based on pics from their website) we couldn't sit outside if we're just drinking. We explained we wanted to eat, but for now while waiting we'd have drinks. And then we sat there. Waiting. 15 minutes went by and we finally were able to order drinks waiting for the table to be cleaned. We saw a party of 5 enter and speak to the woman about having our table. We said to the man we're waiting on that table and he said yes its yours no need to worry. Next thing we know the woman sat the other party at the table we waited 22 minutes for. We pointed this out to the man. He was silent and didn't know what to say. I got up and went outside to the woman and explained we'd been waiting 22 minutes for that table and she needed to move them and explain they were sat in error. At first I could see she realized her mistake, then she said she would get her manager, then she said they actually were here before us. I said no they were not, we've been here all this time and they just arrived. She kept saying they were here first but they were not. I walked away from her done with this stupid conversation. We told them we were leaving and the man said "sorry". Nina - if you read this you need to train your staff to do better. The restaurant seemed understaffed and the two people working there are not communicating and seem like they do not know what they are doing. We ended up going down the street to Polanco Social where we were sat outside immediately, had amazing service, great food, and ended up chatting with the kind owner who bought us dessert on the house!

Food and drinks were amazing! Guacamole, chips, Shrimp fajitas sll fantastic…read more One of the best sangrias I've ever had. Very warm staff and cool vibe

We were walking around the 'hood trying to find coffee on a frigid day and stumbled upon what…read moreappeared to be a hole in the wall with a decent food menu for a coffee shop. Little did we know that it was business on the main floor and a party on the bottom! We ended up skipping the coffee and just had food. This is a Mexican spot with some Colombian themed dishes on the brunch/lunch menu. The breakfast burrito was recommended by our server (as a popular dish) as well as the huevos rancheros. I love biscuits so was swayed in a different direction... an egg and cheese sandwich on a house made jalapeño biscuit. The biscuit sandwich was filling, although a bit too dry for my taste. The addition of the jalapeño did give the biscuit a good kick. The potatoes were nicely seasoned. My friend gushed about her huevos rancheros. It did look good, and I would likely skip the biscuit sandwich and go for the huevos rancheros or tacos next time. The service was super sweet and attentive. We truly didn't realize there was another floor until we finished our meal in the enclosed heated space up front, and the server encouraged us to check it out. It's a cool set up with a distinct feel from the main floor. All in all I would check this place out again.

WORST experience. What happened to cilantro? How can you make Mexican food bland?…read more We had a really disappointing experience at Cilantro. The food was honestly the worst Mexican I've had--bland, poorly seasoned, and lacking any real freshness. Dishes that should have been vibrant like the fajitas were barely edible. Overcooked shrimp to the point of rubber. Peppers so disgusting they must have used spoiled vegetables. Burnt onions. The margaritas were just as bad. Watery, overly sweet, and clearly made without any care or balance, I don't know how a margarita could be so bad. To make things worse, the service was awful. Slow, inattentive, and borderline dismissive. We had to flag someone down multiple times, and it never felt like anyone actually cared about the experience. Overall, not worth the time or money. There are far better options out there like Nina's burrito and Taqueria 86.

What I love about Cilantro's Mexican Cuisine is that the food don't feel like a fast food takeout…read more It's fresh, well prepared and served with savoring taste and flavors. My favorites are the fish tacos with Mahi Mahi fish & Guacamole. It's definitely in my top 5 Mexican restaurants in the city. I highly recommend it, also their staffers offer excellent service service; with a relaxing atmosphere that is complementary overall.

Great experience ordering delivery from here! It's very hard to find a burrito with refried beans…read morein upper Manhattan for some reason, but Noche Mexicana delivers on this. Their burrito was huge and filled with toppings that other burrito places will charge you $3 each for. Their delivery through their website was also much faster than any third-party delivery app. I'm sure this will be my go-to Mexican spot going forward!

Walked in after work and the front was quiet but the kitchen sounded busy. Greeted by an older…read moregentleman and my order was taken quickly. Paid cash to avoid the CC machine fee. Waited about 15min and my food was ready. Got home and went to town! The rice was well seasoned and soft. The chicken used in the enchiladas was a mix of white and dark meat that made a good mix. The enchiladas had the sauce covering the but not drowning which was great because the flavor was on point even though it was spicy! The beans were served on the side which was a plus for me because leftovers made for a pretty awesome bean and cheese burrito the next day. One complaint was the huge slices of onion but that's just a personal preference. I chopped those bad boys down and sprinkled it on my food and it was great! Loved the salad that came in the plate made for a nice crunch. Overall very good, can't wait to go back and try something else!

Good is always good, especially on a late night. I think they close at 3am.. service is decent you…read morecan sit but I wouldn't lol

If you're craving Mexican food it gets the job done but that's about it. Nothing more nothing less.read more

Super Tacos Truck NYC On the corner of 96th Street and Broadway in NYC's upper west side screams…read morenostalgia for my spouse and I as we've Ben coming here for over 20 years now. Their tacos are A++++ for a reason; they know what they're doing and take pride in what they're doing. This is a no-frills establishment. That's literally a taco truck on the streets, but what separates them from everyone else is their impeccable service and their outstanding attitude... plus excellent food. Tonight we orders 4 tacos: Al pastor, pollo, carnitas, and chorizo. All equally delicious as they're placed in 2 soft tacos with cilantro, onions, and their specific meat (that's it). No matter what you're ordering, whether it's one of their amazing tacos or a chalupa or Tamale, you won't be disappointed. Just make sure you bring your appetite, some cash, and please for god's sake... don't forget the salsa verde. Yum!!!

I love Super Taco. An old standby. Great and authentic dishes at wonderful prices. Always open…read more The people are amazing. Try the chicken tinga tacos, sopes are all delicious, and flautas are as good as anywhere. Try everything. Wash it down with a phenomenal horchata or Jamaica.

Excelente ambiente y el servicio de sus trabajadores es magnífico!! Hemos vuelto por su por la…read morebuena atención ... muchas gracias calaveras corner

I've been here about a half dozen times at least. I like the indoor and outdoor seating and it has…read morea lively atmosphere which is fun. The food is consistently underwhelming and rarely seasoned. I also think both the food and drinks are overpriced, save for happy hour. I would stop in if you were in the area and wanted a good vibe and strong drinks (pina colada was tasty!). The bartender was attentive. I would not recommend for a meal.