MEXiCUE

Mexican restaurant · Midtown West

MEXiCUE

Mexican restaurant · Midtown West

225 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010

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Mexicue brings a colorful twist to casual dining, blending Mexican street food with BBQ delights, all amidst vibrant decor and a laid-back vibe.

225 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010 Get directions

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@eater

"As nachos are not authentic regional Mexican food, it’s only right that superlative versions come from venues willing to mix up cultures. The barbecue-Mexican hybrid Mexicue offers a classic rendition of nachos with a poblano cheese sauce, black beans, pickled peppers, pico de gallo, and a sprinkling of cotija. But it’s worth the $4 surcharge to get them coated in smoky, sweet burnt ends chili. There are additional locations in Nomad and Times Square." - Paul Schrodt

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"Mexicue is all about not taking itself too seriously, fusing Mexican street food with American barbecue. The bartenders at the roomy Nomad restaurant are friendly and well-practiced in slinging cocktails like the smoky margarita, served with a chili rim, which cuts the sweetness and fattiness of brisket tacos. The menu equally focuses on bourbon for the American side of things, but there are various flights of each spirit available. Additional locations are in Midtown and Chelsea." - Paul Schrodt, Eater Staff

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@onthegrid

"Can't decide on going to Chipotle or Hill Country? Try a fusion of both. Mexicue serves the delicious blend of America's favorite comfort foods: Mexican & BBQ. Along with the creative menu, the interior is also wonderfully decorated. Who doesn't love gawking at chalkboard typography while scarfing down tacos?" - Laundry Service

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@onthegrid

"Mexicue, Nomad by Laundry Service. Can't decide on going to Chipotle or Hill Country? Try a fusion of both. Mexicue serves the delicious blend of America's favorite comfort foods: Mexican & BBQ. Along with the creative menu, the interior is also wonderfully decorated. Who doesn't love gawking at chalkboard typography while scarfing down tacos?"

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"Along with Richard Sandoval’s El Centro DF, the 14th Street strip’s now-competitive Mexican scene also includes Tico and Mexicue, the months-old replacement for failed NYC import the Meatball Shop." - Tierney Plumb

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Shawn C.

Google

Great Mexican food near the Flatiron! It has a nice ambiance with vibrant mexican colors and some outdoor seating. The fajitas were great. I also like the shrimp tacos, smoky chicken tacos, and grilled street corn. Good portion sizes, reasonable prices, and good service.

Marsha Hutton

Google

The food is delicious. Guac is well seasoned and the chips are perfect. I got the stacked smoked chicken enchiladas, they were incredible- slaw and rice & beans it comes with we're great. My husband got the briscuit tacos which were mind blowing, definitely give those a try!

Alyssa Master

Google

The brisket grilled burrito was fantastic. Very flavorful margarita as well. Served was great. Highly recommend trying the churros for dessert!

Nehal Ahmed

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In quest of finding a good taco place, we stumbled on this restaurant. Beautiful, colorful, gorgeous decoration inside. Menu is full of interesting dishes. We got the garden guacamole for appetizers. It was an odd dish for us, as it had two tasty guacamole scoops and lots of veggies. I got the shrimp, beef brisket and fish tacos. They all were amazing. Not too small, but not too big either. All of them had different presentation, with different toppings on top. Fish was nicely grilled, shrimp were cooked perfectly and brisket was tender. Food came out pretty fast. Service was good. I’ll surely come back to gobble more tacos here.

Ashutosh Tripathi

Google

Amazing food with great service! Really loved the plant nachos and quesadillas! One of the best Mexican food I have had. Great taste and good quantity for appetizers and main course. Definitely recommend nachos with cashew queso.

James Ely

Google

This is probably the fourth Mexicue location that I’ve dined at. It met expectations and delivered what you’d expect from Mexicue. Good food, good service, good atmosphere. Since it’s early afternoon we didn’t get drinks but my general experience at any Mexicue is that the drinks are always good. (Shout out to our bartender at the now closed location in DC!! He used to get us lit!!! 😂). They did a really nice job designing the place. Great atmosphere and great music.

Rosie Perez

Google

Had a lovely lunch at Mexicue! Their tacos and enchiladas are tasty as are their drinks, which hit perfectly with this crazy summer heat. Shoutout to Evan, our super-friendly and attentive server. Will return. 👍

Pooja Gaikwad

Google

Good food. Great fish tacos (2 in one dish) - fried or grilled fish (fried is tastier). We ordered a Jambalaya burrito 'Jamburrito' ($21 each). It was big, cheesy, tasty, and very filling, great for 1 person. We ordered ginger beer and pineapple juice - both are not on the menu but can be ordered. We paid $92 including tips for 2 non-alcoholic drinks, 1 starter, and 2 mains - very reasonable. Our reservation was at 6.30 pm and the place was very empty. They have plenty of seats.

Shawn C.

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Alyssa Master

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The brisket grilled burrito was fantastic. Very flavorful margarita as well. Served was great. Highly recommend trying the churros for dessert!

Nehal Ahmed

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Bella L.

Yelp

Stopped by here for lunch and wow, Mexicue did not disappoint. When we first walked in the ambiance of the place felt super cool - bright, colorful, and open. We were seated immediately and our server has to be one of the friendliest servers I've ever had. He immediately recommended items to us off the menu which I loved! And the food... did not lack flavor in any way. The smoky chicken burrito was absolutely perfect. It was packed with incredible flavors and grilled just right. I absolutely loved the slaw that it came with too. Overall I would definitely recommend giving Mexicue a try! It's definitely on my list of places to come back to sometime.

Chiamaka N.

Yelp

Very good experience. Came here with some girlfriends and decided to try out the street corn and a shrimp taco, and it was really good. The street corn was served as strips of the cob, and the Cajun mayo sauce that they pair it with was delicious. The shrimp tacos were okay, good enough to eat but nothing that was super mind blowing. All in all, I'd give it a 8.5/10 and would return if I was craving Mexican food.

Leslie B.

Yelp

The good folks at Corona had the brilliance of hosting a Cinco de Mayo event here and HOLY GUACAMOLE WAS THE FOOD BANGING'!! I was borderline gluttonous. It was likely visually jarring for other to see me stuffing my face with so much goodness, but it was personally so satisfying. Washing it down with my favorite beer made it even more so. The staff were super cool and kept the bites coming. And while the restaurant itself was beautiful, a special shoutout must be made for the spacious and hella clean bathroom. We don't talk about those things enough. Especially when the taco eating experience must start and end with clean hands for optimal enjoyment. Anyway, this review is your cue to hit Mexicue. You're welcome.

Sam H.

Yelp

Great appetizers and well concocted drinks. Customer service was great but it was slow the time we walked in so there's wasn't that big of a crowd. This place is great to walk into after you've had several drinks and need food to sober up. Cute vibe and in a great area for bar hopping

Bridget M.

Yelp

This salad was JUST what I was craving. Not a bad price either for the size. I could have added chicken for an additional $5 if I wanted to. The salad was mixed so well, perfectly dressed, and was chopped perfectly. Great fresh flavors! They have a great happy hour Monday-Friday 3-6 as well (I didn't partake but it was good for drinks and some food options). Service was great and my waiter was super friendly!

Sana A.

Yelp

I came to Mexicue a couple of years back. I remember I liked it but i can't recall loving it. However, something has changed. We went to Mexicue two weeks ago and we loved it so much that we went again this week. Everything we ordered was delicious. I highly recommend getting the nachos. They are definitely a large portion unless you make it for happy hour and get the smaller one. You must try the corn. It is really good!! In terms of the rest we have tried and liked- crispy fish taco, grilled fish taco, mushroom quesadilla, smoky chicken taco and avocado taco. We really liked the churros as well although the portion was large for two people. It was perfect for a group of four. The service is always on point as well. The food comes out quickly and water is always filled.

Shawn C.

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Nehal A.

Yelp

We came back to Mexicue for a team linch. Tried some different items this time like tortilla dip sampler, Queso, salsa verde, guajillo chili and guacamole all were great quality dips. Chicken fajita was an incredible huge dish. Enchiladas looked so tasty too. Loved my shrimp and grilled fish tacos. Our server was super nice. We had a great lunch altogether.

Mari M.

Yelp

Sat Night, let's start positive, the vibe was nice great ambiance. The service was lacking big time the waiter forgot us and was staring off in space and fed others that arrived after us before taking our order. We were gabbing as friends so we made no big deal. The margaritas were so delicious that's a fact. However the taco birria priced at 9.50 that came out as 1 taco only, but constructed or cooked as a real birria with exactly one bite of cheese in the middle in a steamed tortilla was a huge disappointment. I ordered another taco the brisket which was really nice and just missing something...oh that's right a Mexican place with note one single salsa or picante served or offered. I had to chase down the staff for some halfway through my 2 $20 tacos that came with nothing else. If you're looking to drink and hang have a snack here. It's not an order of tacos and if you want anything that may well come along with the cuisine ask up front. Menus were hard to read very faint print on ingredients.

Natalie T.

Yelp

I was surprised how much I enjoyed this spot as I was afraid it'd be an overpriced and overhyped tourist place! I was definitely wrong because the portions were great value and portion and wow was it TASTY! The nachos alone are enough for 3-4 people, so we definitely got too much food but I'm not complaining! Maybe if the waiter gave a warning it was a lot would be ideal, but never a bad idea to go home with leftovers. The meat was super flavorful and the textures were on point with a nice contrast of crunchy to the softer bits. Would def go back with a larger group!

Jairo T.

Yelp

Been to this location a couple times and they are very consistent. Guac to start is great -- fresh and light. Tried the fish, pork, brisket, and shrimp tacos. All very good! Fish and shrimp are probably the tastiest. Picture classic tacos with a bit of a twist. Portions are adequate. Service is quick and friendly. Usually busy but there is a lot of seating. Resys are a good idea but I have walked in with a small party and hasn't been an issue. Solid go-to for Mexican cuisine in the area.

Alberto G.

Yelp

Amazing service, thank you Ana for your warm and welcoming hospitality! This is one of my favorite places in nomad and my most recent visit was special, for the first time I tried the brisket burrito & a montauk margarita and it was honestly wow-ing. I still can't stop thinking about it, I'll be sure to get Ana's spicy margarita suggestion next time. Cheers

Alexis W.

Yelp

It was so nice! My boyfriend and I came here for our 4 year anniversary and we were originally worried because it was packed and we had no reservation ( would definitely recommend making a reservation) we got seated at the bar, but everything was great the bartender was super friendly and we talked about my boyfriend practicing his español, the drinks were good and the food was heaven sent FORREAL!.

Dallas A.

Yelp

In a nutshell, Mexicue is good, and I'd go again, but it's not somewhere I'd be dying to suggest to friends visiting from out of town. Lots of flavor in both the smoky chicken burrito and BBQ Brisket Rice Bowl, and both are pretty filling as well. The biggest disappointment was with the chips and guacamole, which was yummy, but definitely overpriced ($15 for chips and guac!?). The service was friendly, but on the slower side. And the interior of the restaurant has some fun decor, but feels a little cramped.

Marianne F.

Yelp

I ordered the tacos, they were dry, not very flavorful, quite pricey. The margaritas were decent though.

Daniela H.

Yelp

Used to love coming here for happy hour. I was craving the brisket nachos so I just ordered to go. My friends got the Smokey chicken burrito and JamBurrito. Wanted to love the food but it just wasn't the same. The brisket used to be so tender it would melt in your mouth. It was tough. Great portion size for $23 and loads of brisket but just disappointed with the taste. My friend had the Smokey chicken burrito and felt it tasted weird. It had more of a Chinese Thai flavor ? Than Mexican. The JamBurrito was the favorite!

Cole E.

Yelp

Got a little hot shopping around and needed a bite as well as some water. Spotted Mexicue, decided to pop in and was served by Juan who is amazing! A little bit of a slower volume time so we spent some time talking about New York & Texas, creating a personable experience! Not just an order taker, which I love. Was torn between the seasonal marg and the montauk marg... I explained what I like in my typical margarita and Juan suggested the Montauk... all I can say is perfect recommendation! Poblano queso was a hit as well. If I was hungrier I would've gone with the Brisket Burrito which I can't wait to try the next time I'm here! Didn't catch the bartenders name but, mixes very well. Awesome atmosphere & vibe, super glad I stopped by!

Daria B.

Yelp

Veeeeeryyyyy goooddd Our server was amazing Stefanie was so friendly Food was very good too

Sean S.

Yelp

Wait a minute . Friendly staff and great food ??? In NYC?? Seriously. Great food , killer drinks and a bright colorful interior which makes me homesick for my time in Mexico. Enjoy . I do suggest reservations because they do get packed pretty fast.

Shengyu G.

Yelp

I came here after work during their Happy Hour. I ordered house margarita and pull pork taco. I was pretty impressed. The drink is pretty decent. It's not too strong but not watery like the ones from other pubs. I also enjoyed the tacos ($15). Each order has two tacos. The pull pork is juicy and flavorful. Corn and cilantro also added flavor to the taco. Very delicious! I like the vibe in MexiCUE. The music makes the place very chill and it's not too loud so people can have proper conversations. It's good for casual drinks by the bar or group dining. Definitely will be back again!

Jenny N.

Yelp

Excellent sangria and house margaritas! I love that they offer pitcher size. The guac is delcious! I made a reservation for 4 to meet up with friends. I was the first in my party to arrive, I was greeted promptly and seated. The disappointing thing is that the tables are too close together. So sometimes you're talking over each other's conversations or having to raise your voice because you cannot hear. Other than that, staff was highly attentive with checking on us. I appreciated their patience while we waited for our friends who were running late. They have both indoor and outdoor dining, perfect way to enjoy the weather.

Jenna Z.

Yelp

Pretty darn solid Mexican food! No wait to get seated on a Tuesday evening for a party of 2. We came at the tail end of happy hour and got the margaritas + chips and salsa. Margaritas were delicious! I also ordered the brisket taco + the grilled cod taco. The brisket taco was a bit salty but the grilled cod was amazing! Very delicious. I'm docking one star because this ended up being a pretty expensive meal for what it was, drink + two tacos + chips + salsa were around 40 with tip which I find a bit overpriced. Overall still good, would recommend!

Ruby D.

Yelp

Except for the host making us sit at the bar when there were plenty of seats, we had a great time. The food and drinks are always good here. Service quick and ambience casual. The shrimp was cooked really well. Good salad and hot sauce. Not sure why my husband only got three quesadillas and not four? Usually they come with four.

Lia F.

Yelp

Food was AMAZING! I wish I got the enchilada because it tasted heavenly. The tostada (what I got) was also pretty good. The corn is really good as well. Also some reviews said the service was bad but our service was great

Johnny K.

Yelp

Was looking for a taco spot and so glad we came here. Atmosphere was loud and lively around 6pm. Walked in with no reservation and seated within 2 mins. Server Ines was friendly and great. Food came out within 10 mins and were excited. Presentation was of the food was colorful and looked yummy. Food was great and would deff return!!

Iclyn B.

Yelp

The margaritas were good! However, I can't comment on the tacos since the lobster tacos are no longer on the menu. The bartender was okay; he checked to see if I needed another drink after my first one was finished. The ambiance was cool but basic, with a happy hour vibe that reminded me of a fast food chain setup.

Nathan D.

Yelp

Smokey Margarita | Chicken Tacos | Chill Smokey Margarita - we come to this place every year for the Smokey Margarita. A friend worked at a bank around the corner, and we have gone to Mexicue every year for the past six years (minus 2020 for COVID) to consume one of our favorite cocktails in the city. HOWEVER - it was very underwhelming. We sent the first one back; the second one was "okay" at best. Chicken Tacos - I had the chicken Tacos. I had three. They were the highlight of the meal. They were the perfect lunch meal because I was hungry but not starving. Chill - Overall, the place is super chill. It is the ideal spot for a quick lunch or happy hour after work. I highly recommend it as a place to end the work day or start your night out. Also, if you want a quick bite and a good spot for a conversation with friends or co-workers, this is also a great spot. Why not five stars - we came for the smokey margarita, but the first one was mistakingly made as a traditional margarita. The remake was barely smokey. Overall, the cocktail we went to the restaurant for was very underwhelming. Therefore, they lost a star. Pro Tip: No parking in the area, so definitely plan on walking/ubering/cabbing.

Liz B.

Yelp

Came in around 8:30/9PM and there weren't too many people inside! We ordered drinks and the nachos with brisket and both the drinks and nachos came out immediately! The nachos were so. Good. The brisket was amazing and it was 100% unnecessary to get any more food since the nachos were piled high!

Lawrence H.

Yelp

Amazing service, amazing food, the ambiance was very vibrant and fun. I would definitely recommend this spot for a #TacoTuesday

Alessandra V.

Yelp

booked our reservation last minute but so glad we did. its super cute inside the toilet plunger is a cactus lol. we started with chips & guac and their chips are so thick and warm. then for mains we got smoky chicken stacked enchilada, brisket stacked enchilada, and the birria plate. the birria plate is HUGE. deff worth the value. my stacked chicken enchiladas were so creative and yummy. highly reccomend. also they load everything up with pickled onions which is nice.

Diana G.

Yelp

So, I had Mexican food in NYC. You can take the girl out of south Texas, but you can't take the south Texas out of the girl. I so wanted queso. I did know that the Mexican food was not going to be the same, but it was pretty close. The poblano queso was great. Good flavor. The chips were crispy. So, I wanted to be healthy and ordered the trippy taco salad while my family has the tree carne DIY tacos. I did cheat and tried some of their food. The taco salad wasn't what I am used to. It was more of just a salad. It did have a lot of guacamole which I have no complaints about. Who doesn't love avocado? The tres carne DIY tacos are definitely enough for 4-5 grown adults. There was plenty of food. The sides included rice, beans, cole slaw and corn. We had so much food left over. The margaritas were perfect. They do sell them by the pitcher. I love the outside seating. We people watched

Juan P.

Yelp

Service... They sit you, bring out food.. And forget about... But ready for esta tip Food is ok Location is great

Cherie R.

Yelp

Loved MEXiCUE! It was busy throughout the night so I'd recommend a reservation if you can but also it's very walk-in friendly. We had a nice corner booth but it did get quite loud during our visit. The house margaritas were awesome - like so much better than your standard house marg! They weren't too sweet and really hit the spot. Their Nashville Hot Chicken taco is a must try, but I will warn you that it is quite spicy! So flavorful and delicious, wish I had gotten 2! I also got their crispy fish taco which was alright but the Nashville Hot Chicken taco blew it out of the water. We got the chips and verde salsa, we were told that was the hotter of the two options but it was extremely mild, I was a little disappointed! I also got the Hibiscus Margarita which was good but the House Marg was definitely better!

Heather C.

Yelp

Solid Mexican food, happy hour, and margaritas! I couldn't resist their happy hour special, which is a great deal for the area. I was looking for a healthier, lighter option and I'm glad I ordered the taco salad (no cheese). This was incredibly refreshing and surprisingly filling for being very greens based. The cashew vinaigrette was delicious on top. We ordered guac too and this was pretty good, but the chips were a little lackluster. Prices are good! Great choice if you're in the area.

Maggie M.

Yelp

Went to Mexicue the first time yesterday evening with a few friends. When looking at the menu, the food feels limited and there's not enough options of meats and alot of toppings looks the same and not enough variety. We also didn't have a great experience with the waitress that was serving us cause she kept coming back and asking for our order when we told her we need time to look at the menu. It felt rushed. When we got our foods, the timing wasn't too long and the foods tasted okay, it could've been better with some seasonings. After we finish eating, the same waitress came back and rush us to pay our meal. I notice when the paying begun, it didn't let us select our gratuity on our own and end up auto select to 25% which was strange and shady. Overall, the experience could've been better, the service should've not rushed, and we shouldn't have to be forced to pay a certain gratuity where we feel the whole experience isn't great.

Earon M.

Yelp

My visit to Mexicue at 225 5th Ave was nothing short of fantastic! The food was a delightful fusion of Mexican and barbecue flavors, creating a unique and mouthwatering experience. The service was exceptional, with attentive staff who went above and beyond to make our dining experience enjoyable. The ambiance struck the perfect balance between casual and trendy, making it an ideal spot for both a casual meal and a night out. Mexicue has earned its place as one of my favorite spots in the city, especially when Mark is there!- five stars all the way!

Danny L.

Yelp

Decent food with a great atmosphere. The noise level during dinner on a weeknight is just right--not to loud to be drowned in noise but just loud enough to have the atmosphere buzzing. We ordered the chicken burrito and the chicken enchilada. The chicken burrito was good and decent portion size for the price. We didn't like the enchilada as much--not enough red sauce and a bit dry. As a heads up, the tortilla was a flour tortilla, not the corn tortilla that we were expecting. Service was very friendly.

Monique F.

Yelp

Cute little New York City Mexican restaurant! Authentic Mexican taste and one thing I truly love is that they had mocktails on the menu!!! I so love that they had platter. Where you get two tacos salad rice and beans and Mexican-style corn everything was beyond delicious I really enjoyed the mocktail as well!!!

Evon S.

Yelp

My experience was good because the waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable to my questions. The tacos and drinks were good. This is a nice first date spot. Also, tacos are priced as one taco so be aware it does add up. I did wish they had a more expanded drink menu, I know they can serve many cocktails but from their drink menu it felt limited.

Wayne S.

Yelp

This place was a very solid surprise. Great service, drinks and tacos. Delicious all around. I'll definitely be going back.

Eugenia Y.

Yelp

I came here only for happy hour, but we ordered margaritas and vegetarian nachos. They were the best margaritas I've had in a while. The nachos were good, but not what I'd come back here for. The happy hour margaritas were good, reasonably priced, and there was very good service. I know I'll be back at some point in time, hopefully soon! Honestly, I'm just dreaming about the next time I can find the time to head back! Would definitely recommend.

Aeji K.

Yelp

I really enjoyed this spot. The vibes are cute and have Mexican themed decorations. The reason I give this place 5 stars is because i really enjoyed my Jambalaya bowl. The tacos were the second best tacos I've ever had. The rice and beans were tasty. The corn was the best corn I've ever had. All went downhill when I found a hair in my food :(. I know it's the food industry and it's possible. We are all human so it happens. What made me happy was their response. They were quick to making sure that I either had a fresh plate or it taken off my order. I am thankful for how caring they were about the situation because I did feel bad. I had eaten half and finding the hair, I could not continue. But their response is why I give them five stars. My friends had tacos, nachos, and also a jambalaya bowl. Everyone loved their food and so did I. Despite the small inconvenience, the time spent was great. Another reason why I give them 5 stars is they had the best margaritas for happy hour. The margaritas weren't too sweet but they were very strong I'd recommend here if you're looking for tacos and want a nice vibe.

Tiffany J.

Yelp

The food here at MEXiCUE is really good. Tacos DID NOT LACK any flavor. I was skeptical about the shrimp taco. I feel shrimp tacos sometimes under deliver lol but after my first bite (juicy and flavorful) of the one here I wish I had ordered 2. The nachos with the foursome dip was great because it offered something to everyone at the table. Street corn is always a hit. Fajitas were a hit! The Frida Mezcal cocktail was perfection. They also had a seasonal one with pear, it was a little too light for my taste. We didn't take any pictures because we were a hungry group and once the food started coming we never stopped eating . What we appreciated most was the politeness of the host and our waitress. We made a last minute reservation while in the area were also dining with 2 babies (which you never know what to expect lol). The staff here was happy to go above and beyond to make sure all were comfortable.

Nooshin Y.

Yelp

I really like this place. The food was great and the portion was big, I could not finished my salad. I ordered a Mexican jambalaya which was so delicious

Julie W.

Yelp

Probably my go to Taco Tuesday Place :) Positives: * quick and fast service * love the decorations of the indoor seating * tacos were good and they were not cheap on the filling Negatives: * food came out warm, wasn't hot Would I come again? YES

Sonali G.

Yelp

I've been to Mexicue Bryant Park before and absolutely loved the tacos - so I decided to try out the Nomad location because it seems a bit bigger. I'd give this location a solid 3.5/5. I ordered the fried avocado taco and seasonal: Spicy Smoky Wild Mushroom taco. The fried avocado taco was alright and same with the seasonal one - but I wouldn't order the seasonal one again.. it just didn't have any memorable or unique taste. I don't know what it was about the food at this location but I just wasn't impressed. Perhaps I had such a great experience with the food at the Bryant Park location that I was expecting that top quality again. Other than the food, I will say that this location is much bigger. There was plenty of space in the restaurant and we didn't feel crammed at all. We also stayed at our table and chatted for 1.5 hours after we ate our tacos - most restaurants would have kicked us out if we wanted to stay so long. The service was also great. The waiter was friendly and quick and efficient. I'd recommend Mexicue - maybe I just got unlucky with my order on this day but I do think that it is a solid place for tacos.

Diondra B.

Yelp

Stopped here for lunch. Had a good time overall. Only gripe is they didn't have the seasonal mocktail listed on the menu and the server didn't suggest anything else instead just said we don't have that and walked away. But food was good. I had the cornbread shrimp taco and lobster taco.

Josh W.

Yelp

Mexicue is all around great! From the wonderful decor/staff/seating options, to the UNREAL drinks and food, everything we had from their incredible selection was fantastic. The service was impeccable, and I honestly cannot think of anything that could've made the dinner a better experience! Some of the highlights included the burnt end brisket nachos, the Mexicue birria platter, and the Mexican street corn! This has to be on everyone's list of go to spots in NYC!

Douglas H.

Yelp

Great find on our trip to NYC! Started with the charred jalapeño guacamole. Very good. Not spicy at all with good Smokey flavor. Corn bread appetizer with chipotle honey butter was off-the-charts good! Cornbread was dense and savory perfectly complimented with honey butter. So Good! Finished dinner off with burnt ends brisket bowl. A lot of layers of flavor that blended wonderfully. Not the best burnt ends I have had but they worked really well with this dish. Really good dining experience. Worthy of a visit if you are near the Empire State Building!

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The brisket grilled burrito was fantastic. Very flavorful margarita as well. Served was great. Highly recommend trying the churros for dessert!

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The brisket grilled burrito was fantastic. Very flavorful margarita as well. Served was great. Highly recommend trying the churros for dessert!

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I ordered the tacos, they were dry, not very flavorful, quite pricey. The margaritas were decent though.

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Veeeeeryyyyy goooddd Our server was amazing Stefanie was so friendly Food was very good too

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Amazing service, amazing food, the ambiance was very vibrant and fun. I would definitely recommend this spot for a #TacoTuesday

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Service... They sit you, bring out food.. And forget about... But ready for esta tip Food is ok Location is great

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This place was a very solid surprise. Great service, drinks and tacos. Delicious all around. I'll definitely be going back.

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I really like this place. The food was great and the portion was big, I could not finished my salad. I ordered a Mexican jambalaya which was so delicious

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