Fantastic food! I really appreciated all the vegan protein options. All of them tasted fantastic!!…read moreI wish more Mexican places had this many. The tacos were great and stuffed. I didn't love the Tylayudda because the tortilla was a tad over cooked and hard to cut but the flavor of the stuff in top was great. Our server was a young woman, and super friendly and receptive to questions. Ambiance - good

5 STARS - The Best Mexican in Poughkeepsie!…read more Whenever I come to Poughkeepsie to visit my parents, we LOVE getting takeout from here. The Mexican food is honestly the BEST in Poughkeepsie -- fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic. I live in Miami Beach, and there's only one good Mexican spot near me, so finding this place was such a treat. The quality and authenticity here are on another level. The inside is really cute, warm, and inviting, and the patio is lovely when the weather is nice. Whether dining in or grabbing takeout, everything is consistently amazing. Service is beyond friendly and amazing! Absolutely one of my favorite spots in the area. Highly, highly recommend!

I'll be honest, I was disappointed by my experience here. I absolutely love Mexican food and, being…read morenew to the area, was excited to see this business with an immaculate reputation on Yelp. I did come at an in-between time (around 3pm), so it's possible that this was a one-off, but it was so meh that I'm not sure I'll be back to give it another shot (if I do, I'll come right at lunch or dinner time). The good: the mole was fantastic! Even with a mediocre meal, this stood out as amazing. The portions were generous. I thought at one point the woman asked if I wanted chicken or beef enchiladas, and having never had beef enchiladas I said "beef please." It turns out, I received chicken enchiladas with a portion of skirt steak on top (see photo). Again, very generous. The decor was lively. The misses: The beans were quite bland, to the point where I was surprised...it's such a foundational element of Mexican cuisine, but they needed more spices / a touch more salt. Also, my wife ordered the veggie wrap and it was bland. It contained lots of different vegetables, but somehow they weren't seasoned. I know vegetarian burritos aren't all the craze, but when I took a bite of it, I agreed...it was just vegetables, no seasoning at all. Nice to have it on the menu for folks like my wife, but why not season them first? Maybe it was an oversight. The horchata was different from what I've had in the past...not bad, but not something I would recommend either. It was watery, lacked any cinnamon flavor, and had ground almond on top, which was interesting (maybe this is regional?). Without the dynamite mole and the generous portions, this would be a 2 star review, but I can't, in good conscience, give less than 3 stars with mole like that. But the beans...womp womp.

This place is amazing! There's about 9 tables, the service…read moreis great, portions are ample, prices low. Fresh corn tortillas, there is a big difference in flavor from the packaged ones. The menu is extensive with some Mexican plates you rarely see at most Mexican restaurants. The totopos are really crisp. The beans are well cooked and seasoned, the rice is moist, with some entrees the piquancy can be adjusted. The main dining room and uni-sex rest room is kept clean. Take-out available. Compostable and microwavable takeout containers There is some street parking.

Terrific food, service, and ambiance. Chips and homemade salsa to start. Both sauces, green and…read morered, were really delicious. One can tell they are made in house. The mole negro chicken Enchiladas were super tasty - the mole was on point. The tluda was HUGE and delicious! The margarita was mixed very well. Our drinks were never empty - our server was so attentive! I literally have 0 complaints and will certainly be back...

Another 5 star experience. Fresh food! Amazing service that feels like family! Cold Beer!…read moreRefreshing Margaritas! Just an overall amazing local spot. Check their truck out at Riverfest at Waryas Park today. Signed, The Happy Hour Huntress

I have been to this place a couple of times before and it serves the same taste and same quality…read more When we went there yesterday, they were about to close but they allowed us to sit there and eat. The staff is very nice and polite. We ordered black bean burrito and tofu bean curd enchiladas and both were good. Since this place is near a college the price for both the dish was just 15$ which was reasonable. Would definitely recommend this place for take outs.

I ordered a tofu burrito for delivery. When I opened it, it looked like this (minus the bite at the…read moretop). The shell was soft and open, the juices inside the burrito leaked everywhere including my clothing. It was so soggy and not wrapped that I couldn't eat it and had to ditch the shell and eat the filling, which was subpar.

Food was delicious. We got the barbacoa, Al pastor memelitas and steak tacos…read more The barbacoa had rich Smokey flavor and was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this. Memelitas were delicious a little messy but the fresh tortilla and the lard that they use was on point. The tacos were good but the steak needed a little more sear. We got the horchata which came in a large mason jar and paired perfectly with the food. Service was good, definitely get that family restaurant vibe.

Delicious memelitas, quesadilla and chips and guac! Very authentic from the location itself to the…read morefood. Tortillas are as fresh as possible, possibly the best part of the meal. So flavorful and perfectly cooked. We got some to go to make our own enchiladas at home, can't wait to try them. The side of guac and chips was huge and also incredibly fresh. The quesadilla was well filled and tasty, could've been cooked a little longer if I had to complain but very flavorful. It was also a little messy due to the chorizo but that's my fault for choosing that for a quesadilla, it was delicious regardless.

Small family owned Mexican restaurant with a varied menu with traditional Mexican favorites. They…read morehave a Breakfast menu that you won't find elsewhere. It's sort of hidden inside the mall on top of the hill off Route 9, across the street from Aroma restaurant. The staff is friendly and makes you feel at home. There's a bar with top shelf tequilas. The restroom is clean and spotless. Picked up a chicken soup for later. It's a quart of rich broth filled with meat and vegetables, rice, tortillas, and aromatics on the side.

Wow - I went to the regular location and it BANGING!! Went to the mall today and saw they have a…read morespot in the food court. I thought, great! Something decent in the mall! I promptly ordered salchipapas. What a disappointing experience! They literally served me fried hot dogs and fries and that's it. I FIGURED I was getting a beef sausage, not Oscar Myer. The ones I've had in the past were dressed up with a cream sauce or some salsa or cheese...these? NOTHING I ended up throwing the hot dogs in the trash. $9.00 for garbage. The hot dogs were overly greasy and disgusting. The fries were OK, but come on man. I literally wished I went to any other spot in the food court. If it wasn't for their mother location this would be a 1 star review.

This place is soooo tasty! My family & I came here for tacos because good Latin food is scarce…read morearound here & we weren't disappointed! They have everything-- alcohol drinks, homemade popsicles (I had a dairy-free mango chamoy pop!), & tasty specials. My kid got a burriá ramen, I got tacos governador, & my husband got a burrito. All super tasty. I can't wait to go back.

Mi Gente this is a tucked away gem in the hudson valley. Quite literally the best & most authentic…read moremexican food Ive had in the east coast. The chicken tinga & al pastor tacos were absolute gas. 10/10 recommend.

Was in the mood for Mexican food; Fortaleza was on the way down to the next appointment…read more So far everything I've had there was very good. Today's chile relleño just melted in my mouth. The sauce wasn't too piquant, a balanced flavor that complimented the chili. Fortaleza provides a basket of corn tortillas. That''s akin to Italian bread on the table in an Italian restaurant. It's a nice touch. Prices are reasonable and portions of large. They have an app you can download, there's also a QR code for customer loyalty points. To describe the ambience, would take a book length review. I don't think there is a spot that isn't decorated with some sort of image. They have some merchandise for purchase to the right of the front door as you exit. They do catering, special occasions, and delivery.

Came to Poughkeepsie NY for a wedding and the day before we were looking to lunch in the area…read more Being from NJ, we are familiar with La Fortaleza and this location in Poughkeepsie is relatively new. Because of our great knowledge of and experience with the Fortalezas in our area - we had to go and stop by this location! This location was geand and covered in beautiful Mexican inspired artwork and inspiration. There was a foozeball table and didn't place for a photo op like the wooden chair swing with the big bear and the phone booth with the neon sign "I didn't call you, tequila did". The thing I love about La Fortalezas is the commitment to the heritage, the culture and the authenticity of the community. The food and drink are always delicious, spot on and features an array of choices and price points. My cousin and I enjoyed their $5 margarita deal - getting flavored margs for an additional buck. I mean you can beat it! To eat, my cousin, fiend and myself all enjoyed the steak tacos and between that, the chips and dip and our drinks we are all stuffed and satisfied. Thank you so much to La Fortaleza - Poughkeepsie for a delicious lively lunch!!

Never and I do never had a had a bad selection here! The owners are sweet, professionals and good…read moreat what they do. I really feel like I'm at a local Mexican sidewalk spot whenever I go there! I love how on the weekends there is music and people set up selling all kinds of stuff! The lights and outdoor seating is also nice! Go check it out for yourself!

After going to Oaxaca Mexico for the first time, I can confirm this family is definitely sticking…read moreto their roots! Solid food (found in Oaxaca too),Family owned. Cute little place in PK. 10/10. Wish I had pictures but I ate everything before I decided to post.

Wow. What a great find out in the "middle of nowhere!" +…read moreAmbience is alive and vibrant. The place was packed... a good sign. Food is fantastic. Super delicious. I wanted more in the same visit. Loved the staff and tipped them extremely well for their attention and exuberance. + I'm looking for a reason to visit again. It's a 60-minute drive for us. We just happened to be in the area on this first visit. + Anyway, please check this out when you are nearby.

Friday nights are usually pizza or Italian night for us, but tonight we were craving Mexican, so of…read morecourse we headed to Casa Amigos! Even though the place was packed for a Friday night, we were seated right away, which was a great start to the evening. I ordered the frozen mango margarita, and it was absolutely delicious -- strong, refreshing, and full of flavor. For dinner, I had the seafood enchiladas, which were loaded with shrimp and scallops in a rich tomato garlic sauce. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Great food, great drinks, and fast service even on a busy night. We'll definitely be back!