Delicious authentic Mexican food! I ordered the pancita and WOW I was blown away. It reminded me…read moreexactly of the one my mother used to make. My husband had the special of the day, Costillas en salsa verde. It was amazing! The meat was tender, just absolutely perfect. We also had the Quesabirria con Consomé and that was also delightful. Our toddlers were so happy with their sopes de frijol con queso and kept saying how tasty they were. The service was outstanding as well. The servers were friendly and attentive. Definitely the best Mexican restaurant I have tried in NYC! Yes, that's how great this place is. We will be back! Thank you for your service and delicious food!

It's a quaint spot with enough seating for tone large group of like 8-10. The server was nice but…read morethey don't really give us enough time to make up our minds. The food though was fresh and good. I enjoyed the soy and I would come again.

I've been coming to this restaurant for many years, and my family still eats here almost every…read moreFriday. We have even held parties here and it is a great restaurant for a party as well. The staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the space itself is cozy and charming. The food and drinks are consistently phenomenal. I've probably tried just about everything on the menu at this point, and not a single dish has ever disappointed. Even though I don't usually like salmon, theirs is prepared so well that I actually enjoy it. Some of my personal favorites are the birria tacos, tortilla soup, and the wet burrito. The drinks are just as impressive, with a secret sangria recipe that's always a hit. My go to is the frozen watermelon margarita, refreshing and delicious every time. As a longtime regular, I can confidently say that once you try La Casita, you'll be hooked and want to come back again and again.

I didn't realize that Mexican food could taste bad. Enchiladas in pieces and soggy, got one cheese…read moreand 2 chicken, chicken is dry and could not cut the cheese, it's a big block of hard cheese that seems burnt or old, I'm not sure but inedible. No option to order side or sauce of sour cream on the menu so asked on note and did not get sour cream. French fries no salt. Also fyi not typical salsa. Ordered on Insta Cart / Uber Eats

Hellbender just earned a spot on my brunch rotation. Every dish brought something different to the…read moretable and the whole meal just worked. Starting with the Soft Scramble Egg Tostada, scrumptious is the right word! The eggs were perfectly soft and creamy and paired with that chili sauce it had just the right amount of heat to wake everything up. The Shrimp Ceviche was clean, bright and fresh, served with thick crispy tostadas to scoop it all up. The Chamoy Watermelon though? order it, full stop! Juicy watermelon cubes coated in chamoy, chili flakes and mint. Sweet, spicy, tangy and refreshing all at once. It's one of those dishes that sounds simple but completely delivers. The Chicken Milanesa was a solid protein forward dish. Beautifully golden and crispy with a light coleslaw on top that kept it from feeling too heavy. And the Chilaquiles were loaded and satisfying, topped with crema, cotija and scallions. The Vampiro cocktail has spicy tequila, house sangrita, hibiscus and grapefruit. It had everything I look for in a drink. Bold, a little spicy and so well balanced. Couldn't have chosen better!

Hitting Hellbender before a concert was the best decision I've made in a while…read more Finally made the trek to Ridgewood & it did not disappoint. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, helping explain the menu & giving us great suggestions. Started off with pineapple margaritas that were REALLY good & not too strong. The fried oaxacan cheese, three cheese empanada & shrimp ceviche was extremely delicious. Shrimp ceviche tastes fresh and the small jalapeños offered just the right kick of spice. The chicken milanesa & dry-aged pork chop were absolutely delicious. Pork chop was a buttery savory delight & the chicken was cooked to perfection, was moist not over cooked & had a wonderful crunch. The green rice was surprisingly good (I'm not the biggest fan of rice). The space was a lot smaller than I had anticipated but very well thought out, didn't feel like we were sitting on top of an each. I love an open kitchen concept to see what it takes to pump out delicious meal after meal. If this is on your list or you're in the area, run, jog, speed walk to this neighborhood gem it will not disappoint.

We found a new great place for authentic Mexican food. We went for a birthday dinner. The place is…read morepretty small so an 8 person party was just the right size. There is a patio outside for additional seating. It is family owned and if there is one downside is that they are a little slow. But it's so worth it. Go if you're not in hurry. We got so much food: different tacos, quesadilla, elote, horchata, salsa, chips, and guacamole. It was all good. The elote was sweet, salty, and smokey. The chips were warm, the guacamole was creamy with a hint of spice. There was three distinct salsa, one green, two red. One red was super spicy. The horchata was frothy, nicely spiced, and just a little sweet. The tacos were really good. I had the fish, birria, and the surf n turf (shrimp and steak). The fish tasted fresh. The shrimp was bouncy and the steak was flavorful. The birria taco was one of the best birria taco I've had outside of San Diego. My daughter had the chicken quesadilla. She said it was very cheesy. For dessert we had their churros. It was freshly made. The filling tasted slightly like coffee and was molten hot. The caramel dip which was very pudding-like really added to the flavor of the churros. We found our new favorite taqueria.

This was my 2nd time visiting this restaurant and it's already becoming a favorite little place in…read morethe area for good food, delicious drinks, and chill vibes. I walked in after an afternoon of shopping in the area and sat at a table by myself. It's not a big or fancy restaurant. Definitely family owned business but you can really taste the love they put into their business. I ordered a watermelon mojito and it was so so good - like one of the best I've ever had. Then I ordered guacamole which they made fresh at the table. I thought that was pretty cool and don't see that often anymore. The enchiladas came with a savory salsa verde sauce and side of rice and beans! Everything was cooked to perfection. The owner was also my server! She was amazing (I didn't get her name) but she made my drink and made the guac too! I look forward to treating myself again to dinner here soon.

This place is delicious. The food was fresh and had a lot of flavor. We have the flautas, gauc and…read moresteak fajitas. The service was good. I do feel they should hire another waitress. There was one and it was unfair for the women to have the whole place alone. The ambiance is great. The bathroom is kept clean. The kitchen is clean and I love the color of the place. We went two times already and we will be going back again!

First time visiting this location, and of course I forgot to take some pics…read more Wasn't too busy, and food was delicious. The drinks..

I ordered Togo and the chiles rellenos was so good and flavorful. It came with a side of rice and…read morebeans and I loved the sauce they used. I also got a side of chips and salsa and that was also delicious. The salsa is different from what they pack for tacos. I also got the Lengua tacos and it wasn't the texture I was used to. It was more braised but the type I was looking for was more cubed with a little chew. Overall, great place and will be ordering again when I'm Craving something warm and comforting.

my al pastor tacos were Fantastic, I highly highly recommend!! our server was also so sweet and the…read moreplace is family-run.

I recently came back to Ilegal and opted to eat inside their beautiful and cozy dining room. During…read moremy last visit back in the spring, I came for take-out and was given a tour of the dining room, so it was great to finally dine there. I love the ambiance. It feels so welcoming and comfortable. The chips and salsa were addicting. I love how they have a variety of different sauces, and some spicy some mild. I ordered the quesadilla, which was a bit odd for me to do as I never order a quesadilla. My thought process was that since I LOVED their burrito the last time, they must make a good quesadilla. And let me tell you, that hypothesis proved right! It was perfectly crisp on the edges, the chicken was tender, and the cheese was still quite warm. A great quesadilla is all about the mouth feel and they delivered in spades! And I haven't even mentioned the service. They're great at being attentive while not hovering. They kept our waters filled to the brim all dinner long and were always a moments away if we needed something. It's restaurants like these that really help Wilson Ave come to life. I can't wait to dine at their rear patio next!

This place lives up to hype. I stop by day & it was empty & I like that. Mario was our server. They…read morehad all day happy hour on drinks. I had mimosas & it was good. I cant remember the flavor but it was good. I ordered 2 steak & chicken, chips & salsa. Overall, it was good. I didnt have any complaints. The vibe is dope, & they have backyard as well. Once we started to walk out than it got busy. Ill definitely come back again.

Stopped in the Ridgewood Taco Factory for some tacos and Jarritos. Super impressed with their…read moreCrabcake Taco special. It's decorated so nicely in here, I love the music, and the staff are very friendly. Service was quick, too!

Ridgewood Taco Factory is a quaint little Mexican restaurant right off the Forest Avenue stop on…read morethe M train with vibrant interiors. The staff were friendly and efficient and we got our food quickly. I tried the Al pastor Quesadilla and was pleasantly surprised that the serving was quite large (4 quesadillas to an order). I also had the Yellow Flower cocktail which was a marg topped with homemade sangria, but my friend's spicy marg with jalapeño was definitely a highlight. Overall, very cute vibe and I will be back for some quick bites!

I strongly advise against this restaurant, and I'm a regular at restaurants around town who likes…read moreto support small businesses. Maybe they serve good food, but they're not at all honest when it comes to money. I ordered a gift card on their website for one of my clients. She asked to use her gift card, but they wouldn't accept it, even though their website says it can be used at the restaurant. They were supposed to contact me to refund the gift card because the client had paid directly with her credit card. They never did. But that's not the worst of it. I sent two messages on social media and three emails, and I never received a response (8 days) even though they had promised the client they'd get back to me. You tried to rip me off for $85, but luckily my bank refunded the transaction after I filed a dispute. I'm disappointed in you.

Was in the neighborhood and stopped by the colorful outdoor decor drew me in. I was greeted and the…read morestaff was nice. Menu mostly in Spanish but can understand what is being served. I ordered my food to go. I ordered Al pastor and chicken tacos. I love when the corn tortilla isn't overpowering. These tacos were perfect. I wanted more. Very spacious seating if you choose to stay and dine. Take out came quick.

​We visited Klan Destino on a Monday evening. It's located in a busy commercial area, surrounded by…read moreother businesses. Finding a spot can be tough, so give yourself a few extra minutes for parking. ​Once inside, we were greeted immediately and seated right away. Since it was quiet on a Monday, we had our pick of tables. The atmosphere is warm and inviting--dim lighting paired with low Spanish music playing in the background. ​We sampled three different drinks throughout the meal, and all were excellent: ​White Sangria (First Place): Exceptionally refreshing and smooth--the standout drink of the night. ​Frozen Margarita (Second Place): Perfectly blended with a delicious, smooth, slushy consistency. ​Red Sangria (Third Place): Very enjoyable, though slightly outshined by the other two. ​It's worth noting that Klan Destino offers two distinct menus--one Mexican and one Argentinian. We ordered entirely from the Argentinian side, and the kitchen delivered on all fronts. ​ For appetizers we ordered Burrata Klandestina which is a unique spin compared to traditional Italian burrata. It was well-executed, served alongside a fresh salad and flavorful prosciutto. ​ Our main course was Asado Klandestino Pura Vaca - For Two. The highlight of the meal which was packed with an outstanding selection of meats. The portion was huge and we couldn't finish it all. It made for fantastic leftovers at home. ​For dessert, we had the Tiramisu. It was perfectly balanced. Neither the espresso nor the chocolate overwhelmed the dish, making for a light, delicious end to the meal. ​Klan Destino delivers great ambiance, excellent service, and great quality food. This restaurant deserves a 4.5 rating.

​If you really want to hear about it, I went to this Argentine-Mexican fusion joint, which already…read moresounds like the kind of phony idea some guy in a suit thought up to charge you double for tacos, but the prices were reasonable. But anyway, there I was sitting on the patio next to these fake-looking potted plants, staring at my drink and looking at Metropolitan traffic. ​ My Red Sangria came in this tall glass with a slice of orange stuck on top, looking all fancy, and it had a bunch of chopped-up fruit floating around at the bottom that you couldn't actually reach without making a total mess, but to be fair, it wasn't half bad. It was cold and fruity and kept me from having to talk to anybody for a few minutes. ​Then came the "Tacos Entraña." That's skirt steak, if you're not trying to sound like you're from somewhere, somewhere, where its like common and stuff. They serve three of them on this wooden board because apparently regular plates aren't stable enough for many Mexican restaurants anymore. They were absolutely smothered in this white crema stuff, cilantro, and chopped onions. I'll admit, though, the meat actually tasted pretty damn good. It was thick, properly charred. I go into these new pop-ups expecting the whole food fusion thing to be a total fraud, and then the food actually turns out to be quite excellent and not too expensive. I had a great waiter who made the whole lunching experience feel effortless. I lefy feeling taken care of, without ever feeling like I was part of someone else's performance.