At their cozy West Village space, owner Jorge Guzman offer their unique interpretation of classic Mexican cuisine with an innovative cocktail menu of tequila-based drinks. Named by NYLuxury as "one of the top ten restaurants in New York serving Latin food" and as "Top Tequila Bar in the US" by the editors of USA Today, this intimate and stylish cocina offers its guests refined food made with love and pride.
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Jorge Guzman was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in and around his father's hotel, restaurant and discotheque businesses. He started small, working the ice cream cart at the age of ten. Pursuing his artistic talents, he attended the Altos de Chavon School of Design. He then spent some time in producing and promoting music concerts.
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Loanne N.
Feb 01, 2022
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Came here for happy hour on a Thursday night and let me tell ya, the margs were STRONG. one of the best happy hours I've seen in the city with high quality food. I believe happy hour is from 4-7pm and included food. I ordered the regular margarita for 8$, queso for the table (10$) and fish tacos (10$) which I would highly recommend. The tacos came with two. I also ordered the shrimp taco but didn't like it as much as the fish taco. Would highly recommend for a great date night or catch up with a friend.
Amanda D.
Jan 30, 2022
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Stopped in for Happy Hour with a friend after work. Such a great spot! I'm surprised I've never been here before but I will definitely be back.
Started with prickly pear margaritas with sugar on the rim. These were sweet, tasty and I could probably drink 12. Such a good Margarita. My friend stuck with wine, thought the HH wine options were a bit limited but I thought they had some good options.
We ordered a Queso Fondido with chorizo to snack on, loved that it came out in a cast iron skillet pan, kept the cheese warmer and melted for longer. The fresh and warm tortillas were the perfect
Started with prickly pear margaritas with sugar on the rim. These were sweet, tasty and I could probably drink 12. Such a good Margarita. My friend stuck with wine, thought the HH wine options were a bit limited but I thought they had some good options.
We ordered a Queso Fondido with chorizo to snack on, loved that it came out in a cast iron skillet pan, kept the cheese warmer and melted for longer. The fresh and warm tortillas were the perfect
Nina C.
Jan 30, 2022
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Alex Kontopanos
Jan 19, 2022
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It is LOUD in here. Prepare to yell over your dinner. There is no separation between dining and bar so it can get pretty rowdy. Staff was a bit slow with service & they forgot an item we ordered..they seemed overwhelmed. They had the heat on blast so it was very, very toasty. Drinks were really good - they offer margaritas in multiple flavors. The guac was great. We got fish and al pastor tacos, they were OK. Taking stars off for the noise level and suboptimal service but would recommend this spot for if you want to get your night started with some margs with chips + guac!
Connie H.
Nov 28, 2021
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The happy hour here is amazing! I love working not far from here so I can surely make another return.
Loves:
+ $8/9 for margaritas
+ Strong drinks
+ $10 for food plates (ie. nachos, two tacos, etc).
+ Nice staff and good service
I would highly recommend having a reservation so you can take advantage of the indoor seating, especially as NYC shifts into colder winter weather.
Loves:
+ $8/9 for margaritas
+ Strong drinks
+ $10 for food plates (ie. nachos, two tacos, etc).
+ Nice staff and good service
I would highly recommend having a reservation so you can take advantage of the indoor seating, especially as NYC shifts into colder winter weather.
Jordan W.
Nov 07, 2021
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T. G.
Oct 09, 2021
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Overall experience solid 4! Food wise it's a 3 BUT happy hour was awesome. So they get an extra star, it's everyday from 4-7pm and has drinks/apps etc. we got there just in time Friday with a 6:45pm resi! Our waiter was a gem and let us quickly order a bunch of HH items! We each got margs, queso fundido, tostada de ceviche (just ok), and nachos. The nachos were the best thing we ordered to be honest- so good! We then ordered tacos, alambre (steak), Pescado (fish) and Pancita al pastor (pork belly -very fatty) and sadly we weren't impressed with the tacos. 2 come per order and they
Christine H.
Oct 01, 2021
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Cute and crowded place in the west village
There's indoor and outdoor seating
Reservations are recommended
Drinks are flavorful and fresh
Food is tasty and well presented
Churros are delicious
Service is why I am giving them 3 stars instead of 5
They are too much to soon. It's like they don't give you an opportunity to eat and enjoy your time there. They're constantly pouring water and retrieving dishes out of the way without notice.
There is a time limit on your table which doesn't let you enjoy your time out. Not a fan!!!'
Also to get change of a $20 bill
There's indoor and outdoor seating
Reservations are recommended
Drinks are flavorful and fresh
Food is tasty and well presented
Churros are delicious
Service is why I am giving them 3 stars instead of 5
They are too much to soon. It's like they don't give you an opportunity to eat and enjoy your time there. They're constantly pouring water and retrieving dishes out of the way without notice.
There is a time limit on your table which doesn't let you enjoy your time out. Not a fan!!!'
Also to get change of a $20 bill
Nate C.
Sep 19, 2021
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Great spot for some Mexican fare! The Queso is highly recommended by myself, and they are NOT shy with the chorizo they pack into it. It comes with nice warm tortillas, but they will give you delicious chips with it if you ask politely. The quesadilla definitely slaps-no question about that. The smoky jalapeño margarita is a winner, too. Just a great meal all around. To no fault of the restaurant the traffic is miserable on 7th Ave as it approaches Christopher/West 4th. People constantly honking, cars speeding, etc. I would ask that you consider taking public transportation or bike when you&apos
Yvonne Meets Food
Sep 13, 2021
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Friendly service, nice ambiance and decor, and really great Happy Hour specials not only for drinks but also a bunch of their appetizers. The happy hour goes until 7, so definitely make sure to get all your drink orders in by then.
All the food we got was so good, even the chips were clearly freshly fried! I loved the tacos here and their apps. I will definitely be back to take advantage of happy hour again. Service was attentive from the moment we walked in to the time we left.
All the food we got was so good, even the chips were clearly freshly fried! I loved the tacos here and their apps. I will definitely be back to take advantage of happy hour again. Service was attentive from the moment we walked in to the time we left.
Jay
Sep 11, 2021
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Amy L.
Sep 05, 2021
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Stopped by for happy hour and enjoyed the spicy margarita! At first, I thought the drinks weren't very strong, but I realized they're just well-mixed so you can't taste the liquor haha. The first margarita wasn't spicy enough for me, so I asked for my second marg to be extra spicy! It was perfection!
Service was great. My water was always filled, which I really appreciated on a hot and humid day. The waiter also came around frequently to check in on us and make sure we got our last round of drinks in before happy hour ended. Paying for our bill was also a very quick process
Service was great. My water was always filled, which I really appreciated on a hot and humid day. The waiter also came around frequently to check in on us and make sure we got our last round of drinks in before happy hour ended. Paying for our bill was also a very quick process
Wade Wegner
Sep 03, 2021
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I was was just there and they do have a pretty good happy hour. Despite the hot weather it was pretty crowded inside and a bit loud. The doors and windows were open so if you are looking for a cool place on a hot day, this may not be your spot. We ordered the nachos, a beer and a margarita and it was pretty good but the happy hour nachos are small. I'm not sure if I would come back soon since they wanted to take away our seats at the bar.
Alexis M.
Aug 06, 2021
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Fish tacos 3/5 the flavor was great. The table favorite dish goes to the Eloté! It is off the charts and you must come here if you are looking for a good eloté. You just order the spicy sauce on the side (they'll know) and it pairs well with most of their dishes (quesadilla, tacos, etc) for any spice lover!
Mango guacamole 5/5! They crushed it with the mango on top of the fresh avacados, so delish and refreshing - a must!
Mango guacamole 5/5! They crushed it with the mango on top of the fresh avacados, so delish and refreshing - a must!
Courtnie Clemens
Jul 22, 2021
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I loved the vibe of this place! I think coming from LA the tacos were fine but not amazing. I really enjoyed the platanos (not pictured since it was dark when they arrived) and guacamole. Get a pitcher of margs to share with the table or treat yourself to a patron Cadillac margarita. The sidewalk seating made for great people watching.
Cecilia M.
Jul 20, 2021
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Juia A.
Jul 19, 2021
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Met a friend here for happy hour. We ordered drinks and had some of the happy hour apps but didn't order food from their main menu. Here's what we had:
1. Margs (4/5)... good amount of strength and they are heavy on the salt rim.
2. Tacos (3/5)... the fish taco was the best but others were very underwhelming.
3. Guac (3.5/5)... good portion but guac itself was nothing special
4. Tostada (3/5)... similar to the taco, underwhelming and the cocktail sauce was just a lil too weird for me.
I think I'd come here again if just for a drink and guac but not much more.
1. Margs (4/5)... good amount of strength and they are heavy on the salt rim.
2. Tacos (3/5)... the fish taco was the best but others were very underwhelming.
3. Guac (3.5/5)... good portion but guac itself was nothing special
4. Tostada (3/5)... similar to the taco, underwhelming and the cocktail sauce was just a lil too weird for me.
I think I'd come here again if just for a drink and guac but not much more.
Tiffany C.
Jun 27, 2021
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Great happy hour deals; $8 margs, discounted wines, beers, and sangria, as well as food. Unbeatable happy hour especially as NYC is slowly recovering "post-pandemic."
Aside from the Chicken Enchiladas, everything else was from the happy hour menu. For a happy hour deal, the food was pretty good. Have I had better? Yes of course. But at the end of the day, it still hit. And drinks are expected for a happy hour deal (how many times have i said 'happy hour'...)
Service was attentive but not overbearing. Servers were friendly as well.
I recommend making a reservation especially
Aside from the Chicken Enchiladas, everything else was from the happy hour menu. For a happy hour deal, the food was pretty good. Have I had better? Yes of course. But at the end of the day, it still hit. And drinks are expected for a happy hour deal (how many times have i said 'happy hour'...)
Service was attentive but not overbearing. Servers were friendly as well.
I recommend making a reservation especially
Emi B.
Jun 21, 2021
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Classic Mexican spot on in the West Village that still offers HH everyday!
Smoky Jalapeno Margarita was very good. I quite love that instead of salt rim they used sugar and pepper (?) Sweet and spicy.
Prickly Pear Margarita was pink color and too sweet, both visual and taste were meh.
Tostada Shrimp was very delicious as well as the Elote.
Smoky Jalapeno Margarita was very good. I quite love that instead of salt rim they used sugar and pepper (?) Sweet and spicy.
Prickly Pear Margarita was pink color and too sweet, both visual and taste were meh.
Tostada Shrimp was very delicious as well as the Elote.
Melissa Laboriel
May 29, 2021
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My party felt very rushed. We were reminded of the 90 minute limit while seated but the waiter took a while to take our orders. At the end of our second course we were given the check without asking for it and our waters were taken away while we were waiting for each other to use the restroom. Very passive aggressive and not hospitable at all. The place wasn’t even crowded which made their behavior even more unnecessary. Definitely won’t return nor recommend.
Desiree M.
May 17, 2021
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Gabriella T.
May 02, 2021
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So I will start with the positives of this place: the food really was quite good. Flavors were there and there wasn't a single thing I tried that I didn't like. Drinks were also pretty decent and strong.
Unfortunately, I didn't feel the service was great. A few items were forgotten more than once, which is not a big deal. However, the host said from the start "hour and a half time limit." Sure, that's a COVID rule lately. I understand. But we were in no control of the amount of time it took to receive what we ordered. We weren't dilly dallying at the table, we
Unfortunately, I didn't feel the service was great. A few items were forgotten more than once, which is not a big deal. However, the host said from the start "hour and a half time limit." Sure, that's a COVID rule lately. I understand. But we were in no control of the amount of time it took to receive what we ordered. We weren't dilly dallying at the table, we
Oz
Mar 17, 2021
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Tie T.
Mar 05, 2021
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Great food. Terrible service.
Went for Happy Hour on a Thursday, and I was the first and only customer. I sat on the outdoor patio, and had the entire place to myself. The wind was insanely high, and the plastic coverings nearly blew away. Yet and still, I didn't let that stop me from continuing with my order.
I should have known I was in for a disappointing experience when I ordered my first drink. A young man took the order, but a young woman who literally had just walked in off the street, delivered it to the table...sort of. She approached with the drink on a tray and asked if the drink
Went for Happy Hour on a Thursday, and I was the first and only customer. I sat on the outdoor patio, and had the entire place to myself. The wind was insanely high, and the plastic coverings nearly blew away. Yet and still, I didn't let that stop me from continuing with my order.
I should have known I was in for a disappointing experience when I ordered my first drink. A young man took the order, but a young woman who literally had just walked in off the street, delivered it to the table...sort of. She approached with the drink on a tray and asked if the drink
Gab G.
Feb 11, 2021
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Alma Rodriguez
Sep 15, 2020
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The tacos at Ofrenda were very delicious. The margaritas were also delicious!!
The cucumber margarita was honestly the best one, usually I get a mango margarita everywhere I go, but couldn’t pass on the cucumber here.
Only issue I had was the place was very crowded when we went, it was uncomfortable going to the bathroom because you had to disrupt the people next to you in order to get out. There’s very little space in between tables.
The place does get busy fast, we got lucky to enter right before the rush came in.
They do offer a happy hour menu.
The cucumber margarita was honestly the best one, usually I get a mango margarita everywhere I go, but couldn’t pass on the cucumber here.
Only issue I had was the place was very crowded when we went, it was uncomfortable going to the bathroom because you had to disrupt the people next to you in order to get out. There’s very little space in between tables.
The place does get busy fast, we got lucky to enter right before the rush came in.
They do offer a happy hour menu.
Bianca Sias
Aug 01, 2017
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Wonderful Mexican restaurant that we happened to stumble into for brunch. They had a vast assortment of sipping tequilas and a well-balanced menu of other cocktails, as well. The food was satisfying and the service was outstanding. They accept reservations, so if you are in a group of 3 or 4 and don't want to sit at the bar, call in advance to secure your spot.
Siavash Golkar
Oct 23, 2016
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An upscale Mexican restaurant, reasonably priced with a fairly relaxed atmosphere. The food is very good. The vegetarian tacos with lentils were great, the vegetarian nachos were amazing and the ice cream with chocolate fudge was excellent and had a touch of spice to it which made it unique. Pro tip: make a reservation as it can get crowded after 6 pm even on a Monday!