terrific food, vibe, service, what else can you ask for? everyone loved it. the hen of the woods mole was terrific.

My photos don't do justice to the food, which was impossibly delicious. Pictured here are "chicken" enchiladas and quesadillas, a "salmon" dish, a roasted potato dish, a Caesar salad and churros for dessert. When we finished the churros, I licked the leftover sauce out of the bowls. We had guacamole too, but my friends devoured it before I could pull out my phone for a photo. The ambience and service were excellent. What a treat. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful. The service was great. The food was good (nothing spectacular). But the price point was absurd. I don't see how this business model works. Dinner for two with two drinks was $200 with tax and tip. This wasn't an extravagant meal. And we weren't stuffed. If anything we left a little hungry. read more

Sentir - Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Such a great place! The vibes are young and party-style, the food was delicious - we loved the chicken quesadillas and the empanadas. Also the coconut ceviche was super special! The cocktails were ok, but it didn't ruin the experience. Highly recommended! read more

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Oh wow! Ended up at Sentir, almost by accident, but so happy I did! I thought I was headed to a quick in and out spot, but the decor and ambiance was a lot nicer than I expected. I came alone so sat at the bar and took the recs of Tuna Ceviche and Birria Tacos. The bartender was beyond knowledgeable about all of the ingredients and the way the flavors work together. This definitely feels like a high end experience, for very reasonable Manhattan prices. First, the Tuna Ceviche. I have jicama when I can find it, and I love it. I have never had jicama like this and I probably wouldn't have guessed it was jicama had you just fed it to me. It's perfectly soaked making the texture very similar to actual tuna. The flavors and burst of citrus are perfectly balanced. The chips here were so fresh, thick, and crispy. The Birria tacos were also incredible. If you normally eat cheese, you will notice a small difference in the cheese, but the flavors are absolutely incredible. The little sauce they provide was so flavorful and delicious. A tiny bit of spice and really just perfectly balanced. I really was not expecting everything to be so fresh, but more so...well thought out, perfectly crafted and perfectly balanced. You do not have to be vegan to enjoy this spot (I'm pescatarian, but truly..carnivores would love it here too). Their food is truly crafted and anyone that appreciates good food would love it. So happy I stumbled upon Sentir. I will definitely be back!! read more

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Truly some of the best food I've ever had in New York, let alone vegan food! Every single thing we had was good but I highly recommend the salsa trio, the chile relleno and the churros for dessert. The service was fast, the food came quickly and the restaurant is very cute. It's a little dark inside so more of a romantic feel! read more

Sentir - Chile Relleno (GF) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing ambiance, great music, service and incredible food! The carne asada was tender, juicy, flavorful--best I've had ant any vegan establishment and I wholeheartedly believe it could fool a carnivore. I also tried my partner's chicken enchiladas and as expected, they did not disappoint. 10's across the board! HIGHLY recommend visiting! Can't wait to return! read more

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The food is fabulous- consistent, tasty, hot, well prepared with quality ingredients. Guac is guac, right? Not here. This guac is unusually delicious. Birria tacos were creamy, crunchy, flavorful, spicy, and simply delicious. Perfect meal. Service. We got there and the dining room was nearly empty. But for whatever reason we were seated right next to the only other taken table. We were politely scolded and told to move back to our assigned table-? Why 'assigned' when the place is so empty? We wanted time to talk and have a modicum of privacy. Whatever. The waitstaff appeared overly eager to clear our table. They tried taking the unfinished guac and chips and other accoutrements several times. My dining companion and I finished our entrees at different times and evidently waitstaff kept such tabs on us that when I sat my fork down they rushed to remove my plate, trying again to take the other side dishes. Then my companion finished and seconds later they rushed back to the table to clear her plate and attempted yet again to remove the entire contents- still not finished! Came back again to 'fill water glass' and again tried to take our unfinished food. This all occurred in such a short span of time that it seemed oddly strange. And when we were finally - actually! finished we were instantly provided dessert menus. The waitstaff hovered at our table for many minutes; totally turned me off from wanting dessert. I fantasized and hoped she'd leave us alone for a moment to decompress- nope. Here is the check, with no thank you or any other sentiment. My companion went to use the bathroom. In the time she was gone waitstaff paid three more visits to the table to settle the bill. Now I demonstrate my annoyance. I was kind but very firm- wait for my companion whose card is being used, for all the reasons. I felt so anxious and uptight simply by the amount of pressure to interact with staff so frequently that I could not fully settle into my meal, and it reflected in not having any time to start a conversation. Additionally, the ambiance was different. Louder and less ability to hear each other. Not conducive to catching up at all. I'm eating vegan food, not at a disco or club. I want a relaxing atmosphere and space where a friend and I can chat without interruption for more than 5 minutes. Don't hover. Give diners some time and space. Make it appealing to want to return. Instead I feel resentment and frustration about my entire experience. It'll be a while before I forget how annoying that was. So it'll be awhile before I return, unfortunately. If you read my previous review, you will immediately notice how disparate the service was from this evening. It couldn't be more stark. There was absolutely no reason for this kind of 'stalking' of our table. read more

I went to Sentir with a small group on a recent Friday night. The wait staff was excellent--I particularly appreciated their help with navigating various dietary restrictions. Our drinks arrived quickly and were uniformly great. The food, on the other hand, left something to be desired. The ceviche appetizers were just decent--probably the most creative dishes of the night, but far less inspired than what I have come to expect at a vegan fine-dining restaurant. Portions on the rest of the menu varied considerably. My $32 mole mushroom entree was small and mediocre. My partner's dinner (tamal de carne) was a full meal. The other entrees ordered by our group--chili relleno and enchiladas--came in at the smaller end, but were tasty. We did not stay for dessert, but appreciated being able to sit and chat after our meal without feeling rushed. In the end, Sentir seems like a fine spot--but no more than that. It is not somewhere I'll be rushing to revisit, particularly given the number of excellent options in Manhattan. 3.5/5, rounded up in the holiday spirit. read more

As a red-blooded American carnivore I was disappointed to learn our favorite taqueria was being replaced by a vegan Mexican restaurant. However, our oldest daughter's boyfriend is vegan, so we figured what the heck, let's scout it out for a possible future family dinner. It turns out it's actually pretty great. We started with their guacamole, their 'trio of salsas', and their 'beef' taquitos. All three portions were quite substantial. The guac was accompanied by some tofu(?)-based chicharrones, which were nice and crunchy, as well as chips. The salsas were chunky, with a nice mild jalapeño and avocado based option, a mid-range red salsa, and a very nice habanero salsa. All were delicious but the habanero was our favorite, with great heat that didn't overwhelm the flavor. The taquitos had a couple pureed salsas, one mild, one habanero. We were full after our apps but having already ordered tacos, we pressed on with that course. My 'chorizo' tacos were terrific - I was tempted to put some salsa on them but they were already so loaded I just ate them as they were and am glad I did - very nicely balanced. My wife ordered the mushroom tacos, which also had good flavor and a nice meaty consistency. We were already stuffed after the appetizers but are glad we at least sampled the tacos as they were a treat as well. Our accompanying cocktails were good too. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm going to voluntarily return to a vegan restaurant! Sentir is now in our rotation and I really look forward to a return in the near future. read more

Sentir - Chips, guacamole, and the salsa trio - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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100% the best vegan meal I've ever had. Even for a non vegan it was an INCREDIBLE dinner from start to finish. My friends and I were blown away by the food, drinks, dessert, ambience and service! I will be returning! read more

Sentir - Tamale, arepas, guacamole, salmon crudo, coconut ceviche, sentir fresca - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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My wife and I are fans of Chef Guy and have been to almost all his restaurants. Sentir is an amazing addition. The vibe is great, allowing a chill and intimate experience. The food is delicious and presented in perfection. The quality of service exceeds most other restaurants and leaves you wanting to come back before you even end your visit. This being our second time here, we had an idea of the menu already and decided on Beef Taquitos, Charred Papas and Elote Asado. My wife had a sparkling rosé and I had the Sentir Fresca. Great drinks ! To wrap up, we had the Cinnamon Churros, ice cream and coffee. A M A Z I N G Highly recommend. read more

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What a fab find! Though it was between lunch & dinner, we got a reservation & sat outside. As it was a day, we ordered two horchatas -- so delicious! For appetizers, we had escabeche (good!) & tuna ceviche (it was just okay) -- For our meals, my husband had the carne asada which he said was very filling and felt very meat like. I had the adobo oyster mushroom tacos, and they were absolutely scrumptious. The server was on his first day was quite sweet too and the service overall was very good. I'd happily come back. read more

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WOW! We had an exceptional experience at Siete this weekend. We had booked bar seating but they were kind enough to accommodate us at one of the communal tables, which worked fine for us. Vibes: Great playlist with music at the perfect volume. It is a dimly lit space with regular and communal dining tables, which is where we were seated. Food: Worthy of tears of joy. We started with the vegan tuna ceviche, and as someone allergic to seafood, my brain had difficulty comprehending how I could order this and not have a reaction. It was pretty good. But the birria tacos were the star of the show. They were positively LOADED with rich flavor. So many spices! It's as if you took everything wonderful about a Oaxacan spice mix and draped it all over the (vegan) meat. The adobo consommé on the side was a fantastic addition that paired perfectly with the tacos. I was truly blown away by this dish, in the best way possible. We shared an excellent tres leches cake, and I was so impressed that it didn't contain any dairy! I sometimes go through the laborious process of making traditional tres leches at home, and I have deep respect for Siete's ability to do a vegan take on dishes and do them perhaps even better than the original version. Service was flawless. Our server was exactly as present as needed, had helpful suggestions on the menu--not a drop to complain about here. Siete's website describes their dishes as a symphony of flavors, and I would gladly return to listen anytime. The only my bad thing about the visit was...I don't live in NYC to be able to visit more regularly! I lead a foodie club in Boston and immediately texted everyone to suggest they come to Siete when they're in New York. I will ABSOLUTELY be back! read more

Another winner for City Roots Hospitality and Chef Guy V! I've now officially been to every single restaurant in their collection, and Sentir is easily in the top 3 (along with Anixi and Beyond Sushi). Surprisingly, I enjoyed the charred papas the most as they were a great side and not super greasy like papas tend to be. The three cheese empanadas tasted like samosas to me, especially with the glaze that covered them (which is a good thing). The best thing though was the chocolate chili tart. Very rich but sooo good. read more

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I'm going to start by saying I'm not a vegan, like at all, but my partner has a dairy allergy so when we go out to eat it's sometimes to a vegan spot. I was really excited to try one of Chef Guy Vaknin's spots and the food at Sentir did not disappoint! The place were dark and moody with electricish (??) type music pumping loud but not too loud that you can't hear the people at your table. It was a vibe. There are a few larger table tops towards the front, before heading down a narrow hall to their dining room that runs parallel to a long bar. While I loved the vibe of Sentir, I found the seating to be super tight. It's the type where they have a built in bench with tables pushed up against it, so you have to do this sideways shimmy to get into the bench side. I get that this is NYC and everything is small and you wanna maximize space so like, I get it - just a heads up for folks who may be worried about that sort of thing. We ordered the arepitas, grilled chicken enchiladas, steamed rice, plus two desserts - the lime carlota and the tres leches. The Arepitas were our favorites, the maize was crispy and the "steak" was so flavorful, adding the aji sauce just took it to another level! My partner loved the tres leches while I thought the lime corlota had the perfect texture and tanginess. read more

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Food: 4 Decor: 4 Service: 4 Came here for dinner with a friend on a weekday. La Siete 17 Tequila, blood orange liqueur, aperol, lime juice, agave, Tajin ~4/5. Pretty tasty and refreshing. Escabeche (GF) 14 Pickled purple cauliflower, mango, shallot, red jalapeño, grilled nopales ~4/5. Nice mix of pickled vegetables and fruit to start off the meal. The cauliflower, mango, and nopales were my favorite. Chicken Quesadilla 19 Flour tortilla, mozzarella, avocado mousse, caviar, pickled onion, cilantro, crema ~4/5. Tasty triangles of quesadilla with avocado and caviar. My favorite dish of the night. Carne Asada 35 Grilled Chunk Foods™ steak, charred tomatillo salsa, sinaloa rice, jalapeño braised black beans ~3/5. Pretty good, although I could tell that it was vegan steak. Service was good. Drinks are half off during happy hour. read more

I really enjoyed the food here. My friend and I tried the chicken quesadillas, birria tacos, and mushroom tacos. All of the dishes were incredibly memorable and tasty. The service was kind and attentive, and the ambiance was sexy, maybe too sexy to be there with a friend lol. I recommend this place for date night! It's a vibe. read more

Sentir - Chicken Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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One of the best Mexican vegan food we had the nachos for appetizer with fresh guacamole amazing Cheryl for dessert. The atmosphere is very romantic delicious clean food. I highly recommend. read more

This place was mind blowing !! If you didn't tell me that it was vegan I would NEVER have guessed !! Everything tasted soooo good and flavorful and I genuinely could not tell the difference they did an amazing job curating the menu. It's a beautiful place with gorgeous artwork and stunning murals on the wall. The service is really good as well everything comes out fast and hot and the server was super sweet read more

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My husband and I ate here last Saturday for our anniversary. I've been looking for a great vegan Mexican restaurant since I moved to NY 3 years ago and I finally found it! First we were greeted with a complimentary sample of their frozen margarita. It was so delicious and refreshing we both ordered one. There were so many great menu options it was hard to choose but I ordered the birria tacos and my husband had the chicken enchiladas. They were both absolutely delicious. The consommé that comes with the tacos was so flavorful ! The service was great and our waitress was very friendly . She even brought out two glasses of complementary champagne for my husband and I to toast for our anniversary. I've tried a lot of very good vegan restaurants in the city but Sentir is top tier! Can't wait to go back! read more

Sentir - Chicken enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Had dinner here with a friend last night and it was not only delicious but the vibe was so much fun! We started with the coconut ceviche which had great taste with a slight kick. Next, was the Guacamole with tofu skin chicharrón. So good! I could not wrap my head around how good the chicharrón was. Great crunch and flavor. Next, we had the Chipotle Mushroom Tacos. Not your average taco. So much texture from the crispy mushroom but great flavor from the chipotle lime sauce. Next, we had the Salmon Crudo which had to be our favorite. The passion fruit sauce was mouthwatering. Definitely a must try. Next, we had the Albóndigas aka Meatballs. Really good but the star of this dish has to be the quail egg. From the taste and flavor to the runny "yolk", it is mind blowing what these chefs have created. For entree, we got the Carne Asada. I have had the Chunk Food brand before but I love the flavors used at Sentir. The tomatillo sauce was a perfect match. Lastly, we had the Chocolate Chili Tart, a fitting dessert to end the meal on a sweet note. It was definitely an eye catching dish but the taste also backed it up. Not much of a chili flavor but I was ok with that since I am a huge chocolate lover anyways! All the drinks were good too but I would say my favorites were the Lilia Star and the Guava Mezcal Mule which came in a cute mug and had a nice Smokey flavor. Sentir was exactly what the name means. I FELT the love poured into the food, atmosphere and the great service from our waiter Miguel. Won't be my last time visiting for sure!! read more

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Food was decent. If you go for a birthday, don't bother brining a cake. They'll charge you $7 PER PERSON for a cake cutting fee. The service was good other than the charge and it wasn't too loud or busy. Just a really ridiculous charge. read more

As huge fans of Chef Guy's restaurants and of Mexican food, our expectations for Siete were HIGH, and we were so pleased to see the restaurant turn out to be everything we had hoped for. The drinks are fun (incredible horchata) and the food is even better. Highlights were the escabeche (pickled vegetable platter), the pulled pibil steak tacos (so flavorful! loved the fresh veggies toppings! and the homemade corn tortillas omg), the grilled chicken enchiladas, and the chocolate chili tart. The pepita crusted salmon and the mango tres leches were also super fun. It's a cool vibe - like a modern, upscale cantina. Would be perfect for date night or a casual solo drink or snack at their counter or bar seating. Cannot wait to come back here. read more

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I've come to this place about four times now, and I really enjoy the food and the vibe. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the food they're serving. It's a tad bit too dark in there for my eyes, and there's little to no service for some reason, maybe it's just my phone. But I continue to go back regardless!! read more

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I really enjoyed the tacos here: adobo oyster mushroom, pulled pibil, and spicy chorizo. The chorizo was definitely my favorite - hearty because of the black bean puree, and a little bit of fruitiness from the habanero salsa. The pibil taco was also very cool, with a unique chewy texture and distinctive flavor from the salsa. The oyster mushroom was good too, and I enjoyed the creamy avocado mousse. At $17-18 per plate of two tacos, it's definitely an expensive meal, but worth it for the creativity. read more

Chef Guy's restaurants never dissapoint-Siete is the newest on his roster and I'm hoping that the list continues to grow. The service and presentation is top-notch just like every other City Roots restaurant, and the menu has a lot of exciting options. For cocktails, all of the drinks are tequilla-based, and for someone who is traumatized by tequilla, I wasn't the biggest fan. However, they can replace the tequilla with any other alcohol: I had the Lila Star with Vodka, which was fabulous. I also tried the La Siete with the bartender's suggestion of tequila in light of my conflict with the alcohol-it was actually pretty decent! We tried a variety of items, some worth ordering and some worth skipping: -Must orders: Champinones Fritos (probably my favorite dish of the evening-think buffalo fried mushrooms? obsessed); chicken quesadilla (seems basic but trust me-so much flavor here); Elote (no explanation needed); Birria tacos -Skip: Albondigas and plaintains side dish-neither were bad, but just nothing special. My only complaint other than the skip items is that we requested the food to come out all at once but they brought out the items in phases and there were long gaps in between-I prefer to eat everything at once so I usually ask up front. But oh well, minor technicality that I can easily overlook! Overall another great City Roots experience-thanks Guy! read more

Sentir - Lila Star (with vodka) and La Siete - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Have been to Anixi and was blown away with the taste and quality of the food. Siete surpassed that. First food was delicious. Just the taste was amazing. Just great Mexican food Next the service was amazing. Sat at the bar and our bartender gave us his recommendations and they were great. Great drinks btw. Here's what we had. Salsa Trio - chips were amazing and the salsa delicious Beet Carpaccio- great and the cheese was almost real Arepitas - 10/10 would order again Championes Fritos - definitely ordering again Chicken Quesadilla- please don't judge me but it was my favorite Pescado Frito Tacos - amazing Tres Leches for the win and I can't wait to go back and try more read more

Sentir - Chicken Quesadilla Championes Fritos Salsa Trio (GF) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Phenomenal! If I could give 10 stars I would. Best vegan Mexican I've ever had. Carne Asada was to die for! The ambiance was nice and the staff was so friendly and accommodating. The service was spot on! read more

I visited for a couple days and loved it. The team treats visitors with genuine kindness. Sentir has prices that reflect its address fairly. Their menu has great variety and the food tastes fresh. Next time I'm in town, I'll come back. read more

I never seek out a vegan restaurant and a friend suggested so of course we went...and well the food was absolutely amazing. The taste made me question if it was really vegan and it was. The space is also gorgeous, the ambiance, and the service were just above and beyond. read more

Sentir - "Tuna" Tuna Ceviche (GF) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

This restaurant deserves its place among the top 10 of several NYC restaurant lists: Top Ten Vegan, Top Ten Mexican, Top Ten Chelsea.... (It's now on all of our personal lists.) Exceptional food and attentive, personable service made this an excellent experience for everyone (vegan and non-vegan) at our table. The recipes are fresh, flavorful and subtly inventive. Something as simple as a light grilling on the tomatoes before they are chopped for the Salsa de Tomate, adds a smoky undertone to what could be just another pico de gallo. The Coconut Ceviche is a bright combo of cool sweetness and warm spice. Even the fresh corn comes through brightly in the house-made chips. The mole sauces on the Hen of the Woods entrée was the right mix of complex, rich flavor, and an elegance befitting the delicate mushrooms. But for me, a carnivore married to a vegan, the grilled Chunk Foods steak in the Carne Asada taco was a revelation. The vegan meat has the juiciness, texture, and flavor of quality beef. I found myself extracting the meat from the tacos to look at it and taste it on its own, quite astounded. The tacos' other fresh ingredients and the chili broth make this one of the tastiest asadas I've ever had. Accompaniments, from the crema with the meal to the dipping sauces for the delightful donut-shaped Cinnamon Churros are all vegan -- but I didn't think about it. I didn't miss meat or dairy anywhere in the meal. Miguel, our server, and the rest of the capable staff, were attentive, smart, and very hospitable. And the space, decorated with beautifully painted masks, was comfortable and inviting. We will be back, and we encourage you to try Sentir if you haven't already. read more

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First awfff yelp was not a good reference in this cuz I lowkey thought these empanadas were gonna be way bigger . To be fair it WAS an appetizer but idk I got fooled. They were still one of the best empanadas I've ever sunk my teeth into and I have eaten a LOT of empanadas in my time here on planet earth. The Birria was excellent and the cheese was impressive but def does not encapsulate the essence of true cheese. I'm not vegan so I'm not the target here. Still good. The dessert was very chocolate and sweet heavy but for the vegan experience this is top tier. My vegan friend has currently stated it was the best vegan restaurant she has been vegan for 8 years. Vegans can COOOOOK . Its subtle too like u can trick ur friend into coming here and being satisfied . Yummy!!! read more

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Amazing! Went for a weekend trip to meet my daughter I'm not vegan but she is I did not miss the meat at all. The flavors are amazing service was also excellent. A real gem. Big thanks to Nicholas who was able to fit us in last minute and was very kind. read more

The team here shows what hospitality should be. Both the food preparation and setting were enjoyable. People fill these tables nightly. The team provided solutions, not excuses. You should visit this place and form your own opinion. read more

Unbelievable food! As a vegan, I have dined on 6 different continents at some of most well-known vegan restaurants and this place blows them away. Crazy good drinks and desserts, too. I love the ambiance inside as well and the servers are always so friendly. Do yourself a favor and hit up Anixi, Coletta and Willow after Sentir read more

The food and service were both wonderful! We had the chicken enchiladas, birria tacos, mushroom mole, and albóndigas. I couldn't decide which was my favorite because they were all so yummy. Shout out to Emily for giving great recommendations throughout the night, she was phenomenal. We would definitely go back! read more

This is not Tex-Mex. The food was incredibly prepared and presented. The staff was friendly, efficient, and helpful. The ambiance was interestingly sophisticated. I had the Carne asado for the first time. I was blown away by the texture, taste, and presentation. My husband had the chicken Enchiladas, which were dazzling to look at. He gave them a thumbs-up. The deserts were Ok. The Tres Leches was not dairy Tres Leches; adjust your expectations. I can't remember what my husband had, but I tasted it and recall feeling jealous (if it's on the menu, he would have had tiramisu). The pricing is high. As a celebratory venue, it is well worth it. read more

Wow- such a great time- food, vibes, staff everything was so great. We got the Salsa Trio, Three cheese empanadas, Grilled chicken enchiladas, Birria tacos, Papas con Chorizos, and Cinnamon churros. I would say the top choices were the enchiladas and birria tacos. Would not recommend empanadas honestly, just was too plain. The drinks were all so good and tasty but strong! Definitely recommend and cant wait to come back and try more! read more

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Frequent flyer here. As always, fantastic food and unparalleled service. Shout out to Shake. He's a huge asset to Sentir.