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Mexican food and cocktails

Finding a place that balances a serious cocktail program with a menu of Mexican food that goes beyond the standard bar snacks.

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Mexican restaurant with cozy, colorful decor and a calm, intimate atmosphere. Music spans multiple genres, creating a festive yet relaxed vibe. Outdoor seating adds a welcoming touch to the casual, fun setting.

Mezcal and tequila cocktails show creativity and quality. The selection offers imaginative and delicious drinks with attentive service.

Authentic Mexican dishes like birria tacos, queso fundido, and torta ahogada stand out with rich flavors and unique textures. Happy hour offers $3.50 tacos and $6 frozen margaritas, paired with friendly service and a lively atmosphere.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is amazing."

"I loved the creative mezcal and tequila cocktails."

"The food tastes just like real Mexican."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-8 PM every day with $3.50 tacos and $6 frozen margaritas.

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Taco Tuesday features $3.50 tacos with no reservation needed.

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Expect a busy atmosphere during happy hour; arrive early to secure a spot.

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Cocktail bar with loud music and a rowdy atmosphere fills spacious areas featuring minimal decor and large windows for people watching. The crowd is lively, especially at night, making it unsuitable for quiet conversation. Seating is ample, with smaller tables inside a darker black box area and window seats offering street views.

Cocktails come with great value and reasonable prices for Manhattan. The menu includes delicious options that pair well with late bites like fried chicken sandwich and truffle fries.

Fish tacos stand out as addictive night snacks with a surprising presence at a cocktails spot. Rib beef French fries also catch attention as a tasty option.

People are saying

"I love the tasty cocktails and chill vibe here."

"I thought the cocktails were expertly made and tasty."

"I found the fish tacos here to be awesome."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs Monday to Friday with food and drink specials.

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On Wednesdays, enjoy a $10 Smashburger during happy hour.

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Wednesdays feature a $10 Lost Irish Old Fashioned during happy hour.

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Small bar with cozy, casual atmosphere and pleasant outdoor seating offers craft beers and a varied food menu. Music plays loudly, creating an energetic vibe without overwhelming the space. Seating is limited but comfortable, making it a relaxed spot for casual hangouts.

Offers a mix of creative cocktails, classic drinks, and craft beers. Staff serve drinks with care and skill.

Tacos stand out with oxtail barbacoa, asada, and carnitas options. Crispy tots and juicy wings add variety alongside a solid cheeseburger.

People are saying

"I love the great beer selection and chill vibe."

"I thought the tacos were fantastic."

"It's a cozy neighborhood bar with a laid-back vibe."

Good to know

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Happy hour knocks $2 off each pour.

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The kitchen stays open late.

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The bar is open late.

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Mid-century modern and European style shapes a cozy interior with comfortable booth seating and a lively bar featuring big booths for groups. Spacious outdoor patio invites people watching and adds to the buzzy brunch atmosphere. Hidden speakeasy adds sophistication and intrigue to the overall vibe.

Cocktails at the rear bar stand out with Good Drive and frozen Aperol Spritz as notable options. Happy hour offers a $7 pizza paired with delicious cocktails and a solid beer selection.

Breakfast burritos stand out with options like bacon and rich fillings. Burrito bowls and ricotta pancakes add variety, while margaritas complement the brunch offerings well.

People are saying

"The cocktails here are amazing and very well prepared."

"The breakfast burrito here is the best Mexican food."

"The breakfast burritos are packed with flavor."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

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Expect a line for brunch due to the restaurant's popularity.

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Seating can be tight, especially with bags or coats.

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Multi-level intimate space with colorful lights and charming decor creates a cozy, romantic vibe. A DJ plays dope music that enhances the atmosphere. The bar draws those who appreciate hand-crafted tequila and mezcal cocktails in a quaint setting.

Hand-crafted tequila cocktails offer a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and bitter flavors. Specialty drinks like the award-winning Pine and Passion and the spicy carrot cocktail stand out for their creativity and taste.

Tacos stand out with fresh, spicy flavors and a unique take on queso. Guacamole is fresh and spicy, paired well with impressive margaritas like the Mexican Porn Star and Coconut Margarita.

People are saying

"The cocktails here are creative, smoky, and perfectly balanced."

"The cocktails here are delicious and unique."

"Their creative Mexican cocktails are a smoky, citrusy delight."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for groups of six or more.

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The bar offers a happy hour from 5-7pm with discounted drinks.

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Expect limited menu options with a focus on mezcal cocktails.

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Cocktail bar with cramped layout and tiny tables creates an intimate but crowded setting. Loud Latin and top hits music energizes the space, often leading to dancing among staff and patrons. The vibe is lively and fun, especially in the evenings, despite some awkward standing areas.

Cocktails feature balanced flavors and big monogrammed ice cubes. Service includes help finding the perfect cocktail with punchy, mouth-watering profiles.

Tacos stand out with options like Al Pastor Yaki and pork belly. The birria grilled cheese and Tostada Campechana offer rich, flavorful bites. Chips come housemade and perfectly salted, paired with fresh, chunky guacamole.

People are saying

"The cocktails here are amazingly crafted and surprisingly delicious."

"The cocktails here are unique and surprisingly delicious."

"The cocktails are sometimes amazing, sometimes just okay."

Good to know

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Happy hour menu is available via a QR code on the menu.

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Reservations are recommended to ensure entry, especially on busy nights.

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The kitchen stays open late for late-night snacks.

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Latin American restaurant offers a vibrant and lively atmosphere with authentic Latin-inspired decor and live Spanish orchestra performances. The space fills up quickly and turns into a club-like setting at night with energetic music for dancing. Outdoor dining and open-window indoor seating add to the welcoming, festive vibe.

Happy hour features high-quality cocktails priced around nine dollars. Drinks include a passion fruit cocktail that is tangy and delicious, alongside other strong, tasty options served inside and outside.

Tacos come with shrimp and grilled chicken options. Guacamole stands out with homemade yucca chips. Tres Leches dessert ranks highly.

People are saying

"The margaritas were great and tacos mostly tasty."

"I thought their tacos were the best."

"I found the cocktails here to be delicious and tasty."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday is now at 6:30 PM instead of 8 PM.

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Reservations are required to enter after 9 PM due to a bouncer.

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Happy Hour runs until 8 PM with great deals on drinks and appetizers.

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Restaurant combines loud music with an elegant ambiance, creating a space where conversation is challenging. Younger crowd fills the crowded layout and enjoys covered outdoor seating options that offer a quieter alternative.

Cocktails here offer unique selections like spicy margaritas and a standout blood orange drink. Happy hour and brunch feature value deals with quality, reasonably priced options and bottomless cocktails.

Breakfast burritos come with a very generous portion of home fries. Shared plates like chicken tacos and bao puns hit the mark, while cocktails such as spicy margaritas and Bloody Marys stand out.

People are saying

"The cocktails here are delicious and reasonably priced."

"I can't get enough of their spicy margaritas."

"The cocktails are unique, tasty, and affordable."

Good to know

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Jackdaw has a good happy hour deal for post-work drinks.

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The restaurant has a 2 for 1 brunch special where you get 2 drinks per person for the price of 1.

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The brunch deal is unbeatable at 13 bucks for 2 cocktails.

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Ceiling painted blue with clouds sets a playful tone in a space where tables sit close together, creating a lively and intimate atmosphere. Music plays a central role, featuring a DJ who spins popular, upbeat tracks that energize the crowd without overpowering conversation. Diverse groups gather here, enjoying a fun vibe that balances liveliness with moments of chill.

Strong cocktails come at $6 to $8 prices, including a notably good Long Island and various flavored mojitos. Drinks are affordable and potent enough to get buzzed quickly.

Fish tacos stand out with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Other dishes include chicken quesadilla and crab cakes, paired with classic margaritas.

People are saying

"The cocktails are strong and a great value."

"The cocktails are strong and cost just seven bucks."

"The Mexican food here is really good and cheap."

Good to know

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Customers are limited to 1 hour of sitting at a table.

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Arriving before 9 PM is recommended to avoid long lines.

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The happy hour offers $5 drinks and $8 appetizers.

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Korean restaurant in a cramped basement with a cozy, warm atmosphere that quickly becomes crowded and loud. The space features innovative Korean flavors and glowing soju cocktails served in Capri Sun-like pouches. Tables sit close together, creating an intimate but busy vibe.

Glowing soju cocktails offer a strong flavor and cost about $15. The Capri-Thursday lineup features the Lychee Reach, a notable choice.

Tuna tartare tacos stand out with finely cut tuna and a perfect yuzu aioli. Chilaquiles offer a fantastic twist, blending flavors beyond traditional Mexican.

People are saying

"The glowing bag cocktails are fun but taste varies."

"I can't get enough of the tuna tartare tacos."

"The soju cocktails here are delicious and unique."

Good to know

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The restaurant is walk-in only; expect a wait during dinner hours.

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You need to put your name on a list to get a table.

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No reservations are accepted at this location.

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