Went for a friends birthday and it lived up to our expectations (we're all from Texas) - the…read morechilaquiles looked excellent and something I'd have to try next time. We were told their mole is excellent and our buddy concurred. The fish tacos and guacamole were delightful and paired well with the margarita. Cheers!

Absolutely a phenomenal experience from start to finish. Came here on a recommendation and it did…read morenot disappoint. Our reservation was for 8:30pm, but we arrived early and Alejandra, the hostess, was incredibly welcoming and accommodating. Even though she was ready to seat us, we decided to hang at the bar until the rest of our party arrived and that was the perfect move. Alkarys behind the bar was top-tier. She recommended the Siempre Reposado, and let me tell you... smooth, clean, dangerously good. If you're into tequila, that's a must. Now let's talk about the food. We ordered the quesadilla, rajas, tamales, tacos, and the queso fundido and every single dish hit. The queso fundido came out bubbling, rich, perfectly melted with that pull you want when you scoop it up. The tamales were moist and packed with flavor, wrapped beautifully and clearly made with care. The rajas had that perfect balance of roasted pepper sweetness and savory depth. The tacos? Authentic, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor, no shortcuts. Even the quesadilla stood out, crispy on the outside with that perfectly melted interior. Everything felt traditional, elevated but still true to its roots. You can taste the authenticity. Service was attentive without being overbearing, the ambiance was super casual and laid back, the kind of Brooklyn spot you pull up to for a real dinner experience, not just a quick bite. Highly recommend this place if you're out and about in Brooklyn. Definitely coming back for the tequila, the queso fundido, and round two of those tacos. I'm gonna try eating at the bar to check out the spot in the front of the house.

Came for cinco de mayo and it was a little hectic outside but the wait wasn't too long…read more They had a little margarita stand that you could order from outside and I thought that was so cool. The waiter was very nice and service was good. Good was yummy- the guacamole was very creamy. Lots of seating inside with cool decor.

I come here everytime I'm in Brooklyn - yes family lives near by but also because their food is so…read moregood I went with my sister who is a vegan and my father (we eat meat) to dinner here the other night. And no one left hungry. So many of the dishes can be vegetarian or vegan so they are so many options! The food and drinks are incredible and the vibe is just as good. Candles everywhere and they are smart to use velvety curtains to keep out the cold from the restaurant!

One of my absolute favorite spots in the neighborhood with a delicious menu that my husband and I…read moreare making our way through one visit at a time. The drinks are strong and well made, and the staff are always so friendly and welcoming. Shout out to Roberto and Melvin for a spectacular time whenever we drop in!

One of the best places to get tacos in NYC!!! The food is so fresh and filling. I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed their bistec tacos and handmade churros. The drinks are strong and taste refreshing. I was waited on by Roberto and Melvin and they provided excellent customer service and enjoyed their kind and warm energy. Their is a nice backdoor patio that is perfect on a Spring and Summer day.

As a taco lover and always in Cali, where you can find taco vendors all over the streets...this is…read moreby far the closest in flavor to the west coast tacos! This place is small so a line builds up pretty long. My first time here there was a pretty big line but moved pretty fast. You get in line for the workers to take your order then once you receive your tacos you can go in line for the topping bar to put your own veggies and sauces. Seating area is pretty small, there is about 10 seats and then a standing table area from the outside. They serve a variety of meat choices on fresh tortillas, I was planning to only eat 4 but after trying them, I had to go back in line for seconds! This place is definitely at the top of my list for Taco spots on the East Coast! Compared to other spots, it's pretty pricey currently $5.50 per taco! I paid around $100 for 13 tacos and 4 drinks

We tried one of each (except the veggies one) and the Al pastor was the best! It was so juicy and…read moreflavorful. Note: The spicy sauce on the side was actually spicy. It was missing pico and guac for me, but I still enjoyed it! I'm usually not a corn tortilla person, but theirs tasted more like real corn. Overall the flavors tasted more authentic than other taco places.

I chose to give it a five because it really was an excellent meal. From the excellent service, to…read morethe presentation, to the taste of the food. The extremely attentive waiter understood his menu so well and even how each meal was prepared. The truffle cornbread was an excellent starter, prepared by their baker who now has his own bakery called Masa Madre in Queens. Next time. My wife decided on the chicken mole, which was comparable to the last time she had it in Mexico City. Excellent preparation and a very large portion. I chose the shrimp fajitas which were typical in appearance and flavor except for one thing. I'm not sure how they exactly prepared their peppers that accompanied the shrimp fajitas (the waiter mentioned that they cook it alongside the meat which added more flavor), but all I can tell you is that the sweetness of those peppers was so incredibly rich and accented the entire dish so wonderfully. We didn't have room for dessert. But we'll be back.

Absolutely wonderful experience here dining with a large group! The food was great, and the staff,…read moreespecially Alex, gave the most phenomenal service. Friendly, warm, accommodating, timed perfectly, all in line with what was a celebratory occasion. Will absolutely be back and cannot recommend it enough!!!!!!

First time eating at xixa and I am proud to say one of the best culinary experiences ever , from…read morethe food and their recipes to the drinks and the bartender ( Saul is amazing, he shared his knowledge with us ). Never experienced something like this before 100% recommend. Looking forward to come back soon

4.4 and rounded up. Ambiance 4 stars…read more Food 5 stars. Service 4.3 stars. AMBIANCE: Walking to the restaurant from the subway, it's located on an unassuming block at the corner of 4th St and Havemeyer in Williamsburg, front of store doesn't particularly stand out. Walking in they've decorated with creative, crafty (in a good way) touches--the multitude of ropes draped from the ceiling add dimension to the ceiling and the bar back wall is composed of wood pieces forming a multi-colored herringbone pattern. Textured glass pendant lights hanging from the ceiling throw mini geometric patterns across the dark walls, and vibrant canvas artworks add pictorial interest along the walls. FOOD: YUM. I can see why this place was jam packed on a Saturday night, and reservations are needed. Strong recommendation for their tasting menu at $58 pp, what a delightful meal! 8 sharing dishes and 3 desserts were perfect for a party of five, and drinks are separate though you can add a cocktail pairing for $47. For each main they provide a serving per person, and the desserts are shared. I came hungry and was so full by the end of the meal--everything was delicious! - grapefruit guacamole w/house-made chips: the grapefruit chunks were "meaty" and surprisingly went really well with the guac, it added a different citrus element than the usual lime. Comes with a small bowl of maybe 6-7 chips and we asked for two chips refills since the chips to guac and salsa ratio was low. - spicy faroe islands' salmon tartar: tasty and I liked the latin flavors and corn, snow peas, a touch of wasabi. Flavors of the sesame-soy-truffle-lemon vin and crema got a little muddled. Relatively more "generic" dish of the evening though I was here for it! Any dish with fresh tender salmon, I can't complain. - blue crab and carrot tostada, generous shredded crab salad on top of freshly crisp blue corn tortilla. Topped with pumpkin seeds, dill, cilantro, and saffron-orange aioli. - three cheese & artichoke 'queso fundido': served in a very hot ceramic pot and super melty and delicious, eaten with the fluffy grilled pita and green apple slices + salsa. One of the top picks of the evening. - roasted bone marrow and chorizo, served as tacos with fresh blue corn tortillas, and added a sprinkle of pickled onions--does that sound amazing? Bc it was AAHMAZING. - spicy chipotle-guajillo shimp 'diablo' (not spicy): served with pumpkin tortillas and three accompaniments on the side--mushroom chile crisp, horseradish crema, celery 'salsa macha". Part 2 to make your own tacos was another hit! Our entire table agreed if they sold the sauce for the shrimp we'd all buy it. - heritage pork osso bucco 'carnitas' with Fall-spiced black mole, sour cherry mostardo, calabrian chile pesto: cue drooling now. This part 3 of the tacos was served on pumpkin tortillas; the meat was practically falling off the bone, tender, juicy and flavorful. - buffalo-style com 'elote: sooo good too! A little messier to eat since it comes drizzled with spicy hot sauce butter, feta, lime aioli, cilantro, though totally worth it! - Desserts: --green tea matcha churros: comes with two little pots of spiced mexican chocolate & passion fruit sauce. Warm, sugary and crisp without being too sweet. --pumpkin spiced-vanilla flan: topped with sour cherries, cocoa nibs & toasted seed 'trail mix", if you love flan you'll love this, so smooth and creamy with a bit of crunch and tang from the cherries. --pistachio tres leches cake with cream cheese frosting, raspberry, using an olive oil cake: we all agreed this was probably the best tres leches we've ever had. The pistachio nuttiness and the creaminess from the milks paired well. SERVICE: Very friendly and attentive service though it was very loud in the restaurant and they had to really shout. There was a delay in the middle of our meal I think bc kitchen was slammed, after the entree we waited about 35 min for our desserts. Considering they limited the seating to 2 hours and about half of our party arrived 20 min late, and accounting for the long wait pre-dessert, they did us solid by extending our table time by about an hour in total. Also great that they brought the first dessert out with a candle for my friend's birthday.

Loved this place. Cute blue decor. Amazing food they had some unreal chilaquiles and enchiladas…read more Good date spot and drinks were great, esp the pear/ cucumber/ spicy marg. Service was also great.

I had a tlayuda oaxaquena, which came with beans, cheese, and a variety of vegetables on top of a…read moretortilla. I felt like it needed a bit of salsa to brighten things up, but otherwise the flavors were nice. It was around $26 before tip, and the portion size was reasonable.

A MUST visit, came here with my girls. A GREAT Happy Hour…read moredeal! 12p-7p $10 Margaritas

We stopped in for lunch and were immediately impressed by the colorful presentation. Every plate…read morelooked like it had been personally styled by a food photographer before making its way to the table. I ordered the Shrimp Costeños--chipotle-marinated shrimp with pineapple salsa, sweet potato purée, and tropical pico de gallo. The combination sounded ambitious, but it worked beautifully. The shrimp had a nice smoky kick from the chipotle, the pineapple salsa brought just the right amount of sweetness, and the sweet potato purée tied everything together. It was one of those dishes where every bite tasted a little different in the best possible way. My son ordered the Grilled Pescado, which happened to be Chilean sea bass that day. The fish was perfectly cooked--flaky, buttery, and practically melted with a fork. Paired with the chileatole sauce, esquites, quinoa, and arugula-jicama salad, it was surprisingly sophisticated for someone whose culinary opinions usually revolve around chicken nuggets. My wife went with the 3 Taco Combo, which disappeared so quickly I barely had time to negotiate a bite. Based on the speed at which they vanished, I can only assume they were excellent. We also tried both the red and white sangrias. They were fine--certainly drinkable, but not the star of the show. Think of them as the opening act, while the food was definitely the headliner. Overall, Ruta Oaxaca delivers flavorful, well-executed dishes with vibrant presentations that make the meal feel special without being pretentious. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was enjoyable, and the plates were so colorful that my phone ate before I did.

Came here to celebrate a friend's new job promotion. We came for happy hour and didn't leave until…read morewell into the night. A time was definitely had. We drank passion fruit margaritas all night and they were super delicious. We also ordered elote, loaded fries and loaded nachos with chicken. Nice local business with kind employees. Service was also good and super fast considering there weren't a lot of wait staff. The bathroom facilities were also well kept and clean.

What a nice little gem on smith street for some tasty Mexican food. The service here was great…read more Bartender and waitress were super friends and the food came out sizzling good. They had twilight zone playing on their flat screens above the bar which was a nice touch and the place had a very nice homy vibe to it. We had the tasty sizzling fajita plus the steak and shrimp combo that was tasty. I'd highly recommend this place for nice laid back Mexican night if your around this neighborhood.

I think I can say this is the best breakfast burrito I've had in New York!…read more Starting off, their signature Hatch chilies are delicious, with just the right amount of kick, and they provide a great spicy, fresh bite. The eggs are cooked perfectly, soft and fluffy, and the tater tots add a nice crunch, although I would not mind if they were even a little crunchier. They're already better than most places I've been. The sausage was nice and flavorful, although I do wish there was a little more, as I felt like it got a little lost in the rest of the burrito. Overall, this is a very cohesive burrito with all the components working very well together. I like their take-out system. It's very fast and efficient, and I was greeted by the owner, who is very friendly and full of personality. I highly recommend this place!

A taco salad for the books (the shell has a special place in my heart)!!!! I've never been to New…read moreMexico but this place is doing wonders for their tourism industry. We really really enjoyed our entrees, the flavors were spot on and the portions were generous so come hungry. The waitresses were really kind and our table was positioned by the window so perfect for people watching. For my drink I ordered the Reigns of Gold - Anejo, Blood Orange, Cinnamon and Black Pepper. In all honestly it just tastes like grapefruit and tequila, so I'll be trying another drink next time :) but I am very much looking forward to next time