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Top 10 spots for seafood with queso dip to Enjoy in New York City

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🌯 Fajitas
💎 Hidden Gems
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Small, colorful Mexican restaurant with a cozy and welcoming interior. Atmosphere feels warm and intimate, often featuring a big TV showing soccer games. Known for generous portions, reasonable prices, and outstanding tacos and quesadillas.

People are saying

"You have to try the fried fish tacos; they're delicious."

"I can't get enough of the fish and shrimp tacos."

"The fried fish and shrimp tacos are unbeatable."

Good to know

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Lunch specials are available from 12-4 PM.

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You have to call to make a reservation for dinner.

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Ordering on weekends may result in long wait times of an hour or more.

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🦞 Seafood
🧀 Queso Dip
🥑 Guacamole
🧀 Quesadilla
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Space includes separate areas suited for different needs, decorated with interesting wall art that draws attention. Energy stays lively with live music and a DJ, creating a fun environment to relax or watch sports. Handcrafted margaritas and standout tacos add to the vibrant scene.

People are saying

"The food is always fresh and delicious here."

"I haven't had a bad meal here yet."

"I loved the fish tacos, especially the Diablo shrimp taco."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers a buy 2 get one free deal.

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Happy hour at the bar is until 7 PM.

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Call ahead for reservations because they get busy fast.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🍹 Cocktails
🎯 Authentic
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Small Mexican spot buzzes with a rowdy atmosphere and fresh, unique margaritas. Fish tacos deliver phenomenal flavor while queso fundido with chorizo and mushrooms offers a delicious dip. Friendly staff enhance the lively vibe and great music.

People are saying

"The fish and shrimp tacos are absolutely delicious."

"The spicy margarita is a must-try, bold and flavorful."

"The queso fundido with chorizo is amazing."

Good to know

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Happy hour is every day from 4 - 7 pm.

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The Happy Hour menu is limited.

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You should make a reservation to avoid being kicked out after an hour.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🌯 Enchiladas
🍽️ Lunch Spot
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Mexican restaurant with vibrant decor and a lively atmosphere that fills up on weeknights. The space feels cheerful and warm, featuring exceptional margaritas and flavorful tacos. Complimentary chips and salsa add to the welcoming vibe.

People are saying

"I love how each taco, especially fish and shrimp, has its own great flavor."

"The seafood tacos here are delicious and well-seasoned."

"The seafood appetizers, especially the sauce, blew me away."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm with discounted drinks and food.

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$12 Taco Tuesday offers three tacos, a great deal.

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Tacos and margaritas are $10 during happy hour.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🥞 Brunch
🧀 Queso
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West coast beach vibes fill a colorful, casual space with central bar, heated outdoor seating, and 80's new wave music. Festive and lively atmosphere blends California style with a spacious patio. Tables sit close together, creating an energetic, bustling environment.

People are saying

"You have to try the fish tacos; they're so fresh."

"The fish tacos and other tacos taste fresh and great."

"The fish tacos here are the best I've had."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, to secure a table.

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with discounted drinks.

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Taco Tuesday features special pricing on tacos, making it a popular choice.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🧀 Queso
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Small space with tables close together creates an intimate, cozy setting. Loud music and family-friendly vibes fill the air, while a friendly dog adds warmth. Outdoor seating offers shaded comfort, and live sports often play on screens.

People are saying

"The seafood fajitas here are delicious and tender."

"I love the shrimp fajitas and seafood combos here."

"The shrimp enchiladas here are really tasty."

Good to know

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Monday through Thursday from 4–8 PM they have happy hour featuring $10 MamaRitas and $5 tacos.

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The restaurant has monthly margarita specials.

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A 20% service charge is automatically added to bills for groups of 4 or more.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🍸 Mixology
🍹 Cocktails
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Three floors plus a rooftop deck create a vibrant, festive atmosphere filled with loud music and a young, lively crowd. A DJ and bar dancer add to the energetic vibe, while colorful, edgy decor enhances the space. The setting encourages socializing despite the high noise level.

People are saying

"The fish tacos and shrimp quesadillas were so tasty."

"I liked the shrimp tacos more than the fish ones."

"The shrimp empanadas and quesadillas were really tasty."

Good to know

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Reservations are required to be seated at a table.

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The bottomless brunch is offered until 5PM on Saturdays and until 8PM on Sundays.

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Customers only have 1 hour to eat during busy times.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🌯 Chicken Fajitas
🛋️ Cozy
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Modern space blends pink decor, floral chandeliers, and neon bar lights for an adorable vibe. A cat-themed robot serves food, adding unique entertainment. Atmosphere stays cozy and fun, with spacious seating allowing easy conversation.

People are saying

"Some seafood dishes were tasty, but fish tacos disappointed."

"The seafood here is delicious and full of flavor."

"I thought the shrimp and fish tacos were the best."

Good to know

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Happy hour is only available at the bar.

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Certain cocktails during happy hour are priced at $10.

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The happy hour menu includes small plates with the most expensive plate priced at $7.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🌮 Carnitas
🏷️ Affordable
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Small, closed space with retro, pop culture decor and candlelit ambiance creates a cozy, cave-like atmosphere. Loud music featuring 80s hits and Pearl Jam sets a lively, bar-like vibe that draws an upbeat crowd. Strong, affordable margaritas and flavorful tacos add to the authentic SoCal feel in an urban setting.

People are saying

"The tacos and margaritas really hit the spot."

"The place has a cool, laid-back vibe that's fun."

"The Seafood here is amazing, and the service is attentive."

Good to know

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Expect a wait during prime time, especially during LA sports games.

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They add a credit card fee to your bill before you pay.

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You now have to pay for the salsa, which used to be complimentary.

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🧀 Queso Dip
🦞 Seafood
🤩 Lively
🤙 Casual
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Sprawling multi-story space with big screens and three-story cooler creates a lively, pub-like atmosphere. The vibe is relaxed yet loud, filled with sports fans watching games on numerous TVs. Tables feature self-service kiosks for easy ordering, enhancing the energetic dining experience.

People are saying

"The shrimp tacos here are well-seasoned with a good portion."

"I love the firecracker shrimp but fish can be oily."

"The lobster garlic noodles with spinach and shrimp are great."

Good to know

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The open bar is available until 1 o'clock on New Year's evening.

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Guests are asked to leave the building after the party ends at 12:30 AM.

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Expect a crowded venue during happy hour and game nights.