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    Sor Ynez

    4.0 (95 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    SOR YNEZ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Salsas
    Gabriel C.

    Their summer menu doesn't disappoint the Mayan pumpkin seed hummus was creamy, tangy, nutty, spicy altogether, I couldn't get enough. The carnitas were fantastic too, the pork was incredibly flavorful and tender. You can tell it was high-quality. Everything it came with was amazing too. I'm so happy they make their corn tortillas, the difference is very noticeable if you've never had a fresh one. Loved the outdoor seating and the music. Servers are very friendly and don't bother you too much which I love. The manager, Ricardo, is super kind and friendly! I love saying hi when I visit. I will be back a lot this summer!

    Sy L.

    First time spending Taco Tuesday at Sor Ynez. This location is huge. There is ample amount of cute outside seating and equally as spacious on the inside. I chose to enjoy the breeze and sit outside. The waiter was very attentive. I ordered a margarita ( it was just okay), chicken and fish tacos ( both were good), and guac with chips ( it was okay). The taco Tuesday deal was unlimited tacos for $25. So I decided to partake in the happy hour deals. The tacos were $8 for two, the margarita was $9. Guac was not on the happy hour menu and it was $14. Nice to space to visit with a group of friends or co workers.

    Spicy mango margarita
    Rebecca W.

    Stopped by here after visiting next door. Our server was an absolute delight! Made extremely helpful recommendations. Guacamole was to die for and loved the mango margarita! Will definitely be back.

    Outside
    Micaelly A.

    Went to Sor Ynez for the first time with some colleagues, we had a reservation and were seated promptly - although there were lots of tables both inside and outside so I'm not entirely sure if a reservation is needed. The ambiance is very nice, super cute place! I really liked their location as well since there's a pretty big parking lot right outside which really makes arriving there much easier. We shared a couple of appetizers for the table and I really liked the shrimp ceviche (forgot to take a picture of it) and the guacamole of course. For my entree I ordered the Shrimp Al Ajillo with Mezcal and that was the real star of the show for me, it tasted really good! Glad to have had this experience.

    queso fresco
    Jackie M.

    Had a fantastic meal on Friday at Sor Ynez. Looking back, I am shocked at how empty this place was for a Friday night. This is technically in Olde Kensington but it is a very safe area and they have parking. I started with a regular margarita which was delicious. The waitress was very through explaining the different options. They had some specials like soft shell crab that I skipped because I am a vegetarian. We ended up ordering the queso cheese (which was actually a grilled type cheese), Tlacoyos, and Enchiladas. The queso fresco was delicious. It was special that this came with ramps. They are extremely seasonal and I always love them when I have them. My favorite dish was the tlacoyos. I had never had them before but the masa patties stuffed with black beans was so warming but also fresh. Highly recommend them. For our main, we split the enchiladas. There were three in the serving. They were stuffed with potatoes and cheese. I really liked the sauce that they were in, it was a little tangy from tomatoes I think. I could have done without the cauliflower on top, but the avocado and pickled onions really cemented the dish. After we ate our meals, I was extremely full but still opted for tres leche. They change the flavor periodically and this time it was strawberry. Light and fluffy but also sweet and comforting. I really enjoyed it. Our waitress was attentive even though it seems like she was running every table, inside and out. I would definitely come back here. It's a priority to come here when it's nice to enjoy their patio. I don't think you need a reservation so it's and easy restaurant to find time to try. Can't wait to come back.

    Strawberry margarita -- not quite as bright as the last time
    Meredith R.

    By returning for happy hour we already knew what we liked, and what would be a hard pass. So we duplicated drinks. While my strawberry margarita was good, it wasn't as fruity as it was last month. When T and I shared a second glass, the drink was brighter and better. My husband enjoyed Sor Ynez's carnitas tacos. I didn't. So we got an order of carnitas for him and another of fish for me. With two tacos to an order I made it clear to T that he would have to eat both of his, and I would get both of mine. (I can be pushy that way!) I asked if one dinner portion of mussels is larger than two happy hour portions. Same number of mussels, same price... so we got two smalls. Without us asking, the waiter went on and on about their pork tamales. So, we tried one and added a shrimp tostada to the mix. The tamale tasted like cornbread doused in tomato sauce. (Where's the pork?) But the tostada was great! Last Friday was sunny and brisk. Though not my preference, I expected we'd eat inside. But no! Some tables on the patio have overhead heaters! It would've been great EXCEPT a bunch of parents with toddlers showed up; the semi-supervised kids ran around willy-nilly. It wasn't the happy hour I envisioned..... I know, I know. Bah humbug.

    Birria de Res
    Elizabeth C.

    Stopped in for a late lunch on a Saturday and we were able to be seated immediately. The space was really nicely decorated and would be a cute dinner date space! We ordered guacamole as a starter. It was a smooth texture and so flavorful! The chips were crunchy and paired well. They even gave us more chips even though we had demolished the guac! For an entre, I ordered the Birria tacos. They were so delicious! The meat was tender and juicy. It was nice to have the green sauce, onions and cilantro on the side to be able to add how much I needed for each bite. The consume was flavorful and thick; perfect for dipping. I came in fairly hungry and was pleasantly surpised but how full I was after the app and entre! The meal was a little pricier but was some of the best guac and birria I've ever had!

    Quinn H.

    My friends and I went for happy hour and we have heard very great things about the restaurant but we were disappointed. Usually I would give a 3 star for places that I think are okay where the vibes are chill for an average place but then I ate the fish tacos and there 5-6 fish bones in the tacos and I need to go to the ENT now just in case the bone is embedded in my flesh. They still charged me for the taco even though I asked for bread because was literally trying to get the fish bone out somehow

    The tres leches
    Dominique S.

    Went here to celebrate by birthday. We really liked the drinks. The food was good but I feel like I have had better. There were not many people there so it was easy to be seated and the gods came quickly. Serves was good. The old fashion was probably my favorite thing and the tres leches was my least favorite of what we ordered.

    Ling C.

    Came for the happy hour and it was pretty decent. Highly recommend the margs, they were delicious, I especially liked the blood orange marg. Elote was perfectly cooked and smothered in mayo & butter; a perfect light app. For the tacos, they're happy hour sized and comes with 2 per serving. I preferred the fish tacos over the birria ones; nothing to rave about but worth it for the price. Also tried the tamale. I'm not sure I would get it again. Overall, food was just ok for happy hour, likely wouldn't return as it was a little out of the way for me. I would be interested in trying their regular menu. Restaurant is beautifully decorated and the outdoor seating seemed really cool too but sadly it was too cold to sit outside. The service was good.

    City Wide
    Dom A.

    Usually I like to sit inside at a bar or restaurant but the sit up outside here is really nice and the weather was good so I decided to dine outside. I went for happy hour work and they have a nice selection of food and drink offers 4-7. I got a spicy blueberry margarita, city wide and birria tacos. ( the happy hour tacos are different than regular menu )

    Enchiladas with guajillo salsa
    Andrea F.

    We went for Philly Vegan Restaurant week and the food was phenomenal! Everything was super tasty and we were especially blown away by the enchiladas, Brussels Sprouts, and Sikil Pak. Also the spicy marg was really spicy, but in an enjoyable way not in a burn your face off way. We'll definitely be back.

    Bread with black beans
    Sue C.

    Delicious food, freshly prepared with quality ingredients. Our server, Justin, was fantastic and very helpful. Don't be alarmed when you pull up and see a huge parking lot as sure enough, the restaurant is there . Their outside space is massive but the inside restaurant is a bit on the small side. We were very impressed with everything and will be back!

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    Food and drinks were excellent. I had the fish tacos and they were bigger than I expected and delicious!

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    Awesome for its outdoor seating and free parking. Service was nice and friendly. They served food.

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    Everything was bland and expensive- I was a massive fan of their old place on Washington AVE

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    Lunch was fantastic. Service and food were excellent. Love that there is a parking lot! Can't wait to try dinner next time!

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    We had a large party (6).the attendant at door, got us in quickly, on a Saturday night!…read more We enjoyed exploring the vast drink menu. The visit was a great experience.

    Next of Kin is a special vibe. It's got the energy of a neighborhood dive with the aesthetic and…read moremixology prowess of a swanky cocktail haven. It is intimate, friendly, down-to-earth, and totally unique. I don't visit Philly as often as I'd like (I live in NYC but grew up here) and while I'm always keeping up with dining scene, it's rare and thus special when I get to put a space to the name, so the speak. Next of Kin has a quirky, playful, impressively creative menu with drinks that are memorable. We came here at around 10:30pm on a Saturday night after dinner. There was a bit of a line outside which moved slowly, but we were given cute champagne jello shot things for our patience which were delightful and a fun little preview of what to expect on the inside. The seating options consist of tables, bar, and what I believe they call "love pods", all of which are beautifully designed. We were seated at the bar, which is our preference anyway. I always like chatting with the bartenders and hearing about the craft, and it is particularly enjoyable when they're as friendly and generous as the folks who work here. We were talking to them about some of their infusions and they let us try a taste of the coconut mezcal and the bruleed banana infused rum and both were unreal on their own. We ended up getting the Coco Bello (coconut mezcal, apertif, aromatized wine) which is a white negroni variation and the Swamp Thang (green chartreuse, herbal liqueur, pineapple and poblano tepache), which was served in some particularly memorable glassware (pictured). Both drinks were exceptional and complex, the former more sophisticated and the latter wacky and wholly unique.

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    4.0(1k reviews)
    2.0 miOld City
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    Perfect vibe. On point sound track - including volume…read more Excellent service. Best damn bar nachos I've ever had in 56 years. Only complaint? They are in Philadelphia, and I live in Michigan!!!

    A friend of mine was in town for the weekend and we spent Saturday afternoon walking around Old…read moreCity. Around midday, we became hungry and looked for something to eat. With the help of Yelp, we found this place. First off, the building that houses National Mechanics is absolutely beautiful inside and out, and for good reason. The pub/restaurant occupies the old Mechanics National Bank, a majestic Greek Revival building, built in 1836. Inside the restaurant, the surroundings contrasted greatly with the outside. The large, primarily wooden interior has the feel of a vintage pub. It is equally as beautiful as the front. The service at National Mechanics was great. Though the staff was clearly running shorthanded, every employee we came into contact with served us with a smile and couldn't be friendlier. The food, at least on that day, was mediocre at best, unfortunately. While the menu was filled with all sorts of tempting dishes that already made us thinking of future visits, we opted for the Mexican Burger and the Ribeye Cheesesteak, two twists on old pub standbys. Sadly, we were both disappointed in our meals. We did start off on a bright spot, food-wise. My friend and I opted to share the Batter-Fried Pickled Green Beans, which were fabulous! Too bad the good food ended there... The description of the Mexican Burger sounded amazing, with avocado, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños, Monterrey Jack cheese, and chipotle mayo. My friend said it was kind of bland and it was quite greasy. My ribeye cheesesteak did not match well with its "Amoroso" roll and the steak itself was dry. In the end, we were both disappointed in our choice in a lunch spot. Perhaps it was the large crowd of diners and little staff that made it all come out a little...off. In the end, I'd try National Mechanics again if I were in the area, as the atmosphere and service made it a cool spot to dine in. Hopefully the food will be better next time.

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