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Nassau
Lifestyle
Best Tacos Found At This Wantagh Eatery: Voters
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo. Dirty Taco and Tequila — which has multiple locations across Long Island — has been voted as having the best tacos around, according to the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2024 results. It is the third time the eatery has won the title. Self-described as being “part LA food truck and part Asian street food with an urban street vibe,” the eatery offers a variety of innovative flavors — think Asian sloppy joe, Thai meatball, bang bang shrimp, and chicken tinga tacos — that sets it apart from a normal taco spot. Related Story: Fan Favorite Re…
Capital District
Lifestyle
'Fresh, Delicious Food': New Restaurant In Rensselaer Garnering Rave Reviews
A new Mexican restaurant in the region is already delighting diners just days into business. Rensselaer County eatery Al Punto Picante – located in Rensselaer at 1204 Washington Avenue in the space formerly occupied by Cafe Twelve 04 – held its grand opening on Tuesday, April 9. The restaurant had not established a website or social media channels as of Friday, April 12, but Rensselaer Mayor Mike Stammel described Al Punto Picante as a “culinary gem that promises to tantalize your taste buds with delicious Mexican flavors.” It would appear that others agree; the restaurant has already rack…
Suffolk NY
Lifestyle
'I Smiled The Entire Time': New Mexican Restaurant In Setauket Off To Sizzling Start
A new Long Island restaurant serving an innovative, modern take on Mexican cuisine is off to a sizzling start. Ixchel Mexican Cuisine – located in East Setauket at 130 Old Country Road – opened in December 2023 under the direction of Juan and Daphnee Munar. Their menu takes inspiration from Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and includes both street tacos and birria tacos, made with stewed beef and filled with Oaxaca cheese, cilantro, onion, and served with a consommé beef broth. Diners can choose from a half dozen appetizers – like the grilled Spanish octopus or the sauteed shrimp in garlic – an…
Yonkers
Lifestyle
Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating
Foodies who are always on the lookout for new restaurants and dishes to try may want to take advantage of an upcoming annual downtown restaurant week to be held by a city in Westchester. The 2024 Yonkers Downtown Restaurant Week, organized by the Yonkers Downtown/Waterfront Business Improvement District (YDWBID), will be held from Monday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, March 10, officials announced. During the week-long event, the 15 participating restaurants will offer a $20 2-course Lunch; a $45 3-course Dinner; and a $55 3-course second dinner tier for either dine-in or takeout.&nbs…
Englewood
Business
Popular Restaurateur Opening Englewood Tequila Bar With 'Modern Twist'
A North Jersey restauranteur is expanding his empire with a tequila bar in Englewood. Ariel Espejo is opening Mexcal Tequila Bar at 24 N Van Brunt St. in the city sometime in February. Espejo, who runs Bent Hospitality with his partner, Michele Bittan, also runs Vida Garden, El Tango, Hidden Garden in Englewood and Tengo Steak in Moonachie. Mexcal Tequila Bar will offer almost 80 different kinds of tequila, along with Mexican cuisine like tacos, enchiladas while a DJ will be on hand during the weekend. Espejo felt Englewood was missing an establishment like Mexcal. "It's a convenient loca…
Greenburgh
Business
Longtime Friends Open New Restaurant In Elmsford: 'Incredible Journey'
Two longtime friends and business partners have opened up a new Mexican eatery in Westchester that they hope will become a popular mainstay in the community. Invito Restaurant, located in Elmsford at 210 Saw Mill River Rd., held its grand opening on Tuesday, Dec. 19, and has become an "exciting new addition" to the area, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said. The new eatery, opened by business partners Erick Perez and Luis Payano, resulted from the duo's interest in opening a New York City-style restaurant in Westchester, Payano said. "Something Erick and I…
Middlesex MA
Lifestyle
'Can't Get Enough': Waltham Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List
If you’re looking for a mouth-watering taco, you can’t go wrong with Taqueria El Amigo, the only spot in Massachusetts to make it on Yelp’s Best Places to Eat in America two years in a row. Taqueria El Amigo at 196 Willow Street in Waltham, about half an hour from Boston, landed at number 84 on Yelp’s 10th annual “Top 100 US Restaurants 2023.” The taqueria was ranked 60th last year, and the only shop from New England to make it on the list in 2022. Related: This Waltham Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' Taqueria El Amigo’s taco especiales attracts lines out th…
Columbia Greene
Lifestyle
‘Moan-Inducing’ Menu Lands Leeds Eatery On ‘Best New Restaurants In America’ List
Food so good it evokes moans of pleasure? A New York restaurant was among 50 across the country to make Esquire’s “Best New Restaurants in America” list for 2023. Casa Susanna – located in the Greene County hamlet of Leeds, at the Camptown Hotel – was heralded as serving up the best Mexican food on the East Coast. To come up with the list, Esquire writers traveled the United States, trying nearly 200 new restaurants serving up all styles of cuisine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Casa Susanna (@casasusannacamptown) “After a se…
Middlesex NJ
Business
Dish Boy Turned Executive Chef Is Running The Kitchen At New Metuchen Mexican Restaurant
A Mexican restaurant that says it has set a world record for most agave spirits at a single licensed location has opened in Central Jersey. Meximodo Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Pearl Street in Metuchen Thursday, Nov. 9. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar (@mexi.modo) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar (@mexi.modo) Conceived by the team behind Le …
South Passaic
Business
Mexican Restaurant, Cocktail Bar Agave Cantina Opens In Clifton
Agave Cantina is expanding its North Jersey footprint. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mexican Food | Cocktails | Party (@agavecocinamexicananj) The authentic restaurant with a flagship location in Wallington recently opened in Clifton at 421 Piaget Ave. for lunch and dinner. Agave serves Mexican specialties like molcajete, alambre, pechuga enamorada and carne asada. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mexican Food | Cocktails | Party (@agavecocinamexicananj) The resta…
Arlington
Business
Arlington Taco Spot Makes Yelp List Of 100 Best In America
A Virginia taco spot made Yelp's list of 100 best in the U.S. Yelp has released its list of "Top 100 US Taco Spots 2023," and according to the rundown, an Arlington taco truck is a must-try. Tacos El Chilango Food Truck, located at 1723 14th St N., came in at No. 28. The truck has 633 reviews at 4.7 stars on Yelp. "Simple, fast, cheap, authentic & delicious!" one Yelper said. "It's easy to park nearby and the staff is friendly." "Was skeptical as I just moved to the east coast from central Texas, and didn't expect blow you away Mexican all the way up here," another ad…
Berks
Business
From Dish Boy To Restaurant Owner: Berks Taco Shop Makes Yelp List Of 100 Best In America
A Pennsylvania taco shop made Yelp's list of 100 best in the U.S. Yelp has released its list of "Top 100 US Taco Spots 2023," and according to the rundown, one West Reading is a must-try. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Comālli (@taqueriacomalli) Comalli Taqueria came in at No. 88. Comalli's owner Erik Arizmendi worked in the industry for nearly two decades, working his way up from a dishwasher who dreamed of owning his own place, the website says. He later realized his passion for Mexican fare. "During the early stages of co…
Cape May
Business
Wildwood Crest Restaurant Named To List Of Top 10 Most Family Friendly Restaurants In US
A Mexican restaurant in South Jersey has made the list of the top 10 family-friendly restaurants in the United States. The motto at Bandanas Mexican Grille in Wildwood Crest is: "Love People. Feed Them Tasty Food." Tripadvisor recently gave Bandanas the prestigious ranking. The Mexican eatery is located at 5607 Atlantic Ave. Chef/owners Debbie Visalli and daughter Sarah, along with her family have been traveling for over 25 years, discovering new culinary techniques and creative recipes from all over the world to influence their innovative menu. There is a wide assortment of tacos, e…
Yonkers
Business
Popular Eatery Opens New Location Across Street In Yonkers: 'Little Neighborhood Gem'
A restaurant in Westchester that has already become a neighborhood hit is celebrating its success by expanding to a second location across the street. Guerrero's Juice Bar, located in Yonkers at 434 South Broadway, has opened a new location just across the street at 435 South Broadway, which held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 30. The new location, named Guerrero's Juice Bar II, specializes in fresh juices and desserts, compared to the original restaurant, which serves Mexican-inspired cuisine such as birria tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas. Some of the delicious juices…
Westport
Lifestyle
Popular NYC Restaurant To Open Locale In Westport
A popular New York City taqueria is making its way north with a new location in Connecticut. Tacombi, a taqueria known for its flavorful tacos and cocktails, is opening its first location in the state, located in Fairfield County at 1680 Post Road (Route 1) in Westport. Founded in 2006 and originally run out of a “combi” bus in Mexico, the vibrant eatery – which uses its own brand of tortilla products, Vista Hermosa – has now amassed over 51,000 Instagram followers and locations in Virginia, Chicago, and Miami. View this post on Instagram …
Morris
Business
Mexican Eatery Shutters Pair Of North Jersey Locations
Titos Burritos & Wings, a Mexican eatery previously ranked as one of the 40 best fast-casual food startups in America, has shuttered two of its five North Jersey locations. The Tenafly and Morristown joints are listed as permanently closed on Google and have been removed from the directory of locations on its website, leaving Summit, Ridgewood, and South Orange spots open for business. The chain is known for its widespread menu of Mexican favorites like tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas and boasts eight different sauces for its wings. The Tenafly location opened in July 2022 aft…
Suffolk NY
Lifestyle
Beloved Coram Eatery Unexpectedly Closes
After nearly nine years in the business and recent rumors among Long Island foodies, a well-liked restaurant announced that it has permanently closed. On Friday, July 14, La Bonita in Coram announced online that it is no longer in business, putting to end swirling rumors about what was happening with the popular Mexican spot. “Unfortunately, La Bonita is permanently closed,” Steve Salazar wrote in a post shared on both the Long Island Food & Drink (LIFD) and the restaurant’s social media pages. "The partners are retiring from the business and extend their heartfelt thank you for su…
Northern Valley
Lifestyle
Northern Valley Chef Stars On New Cooking Competition Show
Poonam Ribadia, a Bergen County native, has been wowing foodies on Instagram. Now everyone will soon get to see what she brings to the kitchen. Ribadia is one of the contestants on the new Hulu cooking competition show "Secret Chef" which premieres on Thursday, June 29. On "Secret Chef," 10 contestants are isolated in a secret kitchen. Guided by a mischievous talking hat, the chefs are tasked to perform a series of cooking challenges. The contestants also serve as judges, rating each other's dishes in blind taste tests. The winner receives $100,000. View this post on In…
Capital District
Lifestyle
'Hidden Gem': New Restaurant In Green Island Cited For Fresh Food, 'Amazing' Customer Service
A new Mexican restaurant in the region is delighting customers months after opening. Albany County eatery Taqueria Tren Maya, located in Green Island at 23 Lower Hudson Avenue, held its grand opening in late March 2023. The restaurant, with its brightly colored interior, serves up plenty of authentic Mexican staples, including tacos, burritos, tamales, and empanadas, according to its menu. Diners can choose from an array of meats like steak, chicken, pork, sausage, and shrimp. Tacos are served with cilantro, onions, lime, and salsa verde. Coming see us, delicious, 23 lower Hudson Av…
Chappaqua
Lifestyle
Brand-New Deli Off To Strong Start In Chappaqua
A family-owned Northern Westchester deli’s first month in business has seen a promising start. Mexcellent Deli, located in Chappaqua at 27 South Greeley Ave., opened on Tuesday, April 18. The deli offers “traditional Mexican cuisine combined with American deli fare,” according to the eatery’s website. In addition to buying their meals in-store, Mexcellent offers catering services. “Much more than a Deli!” wrote David K. of Chappaqua in a five-star review on Mexcellent’s Yelp page. “Excellent food and a very friendly staff. ... This will become a regular destination.” Posted by mexce…
Hudson
Business
This Jersey City Taco Spot Ranks Among Best In America, Website Says
A Jersey City taco joint is the one of the best places to celebrate Taco Tuesday, according to one website. Mashed said Irma's Café, at 279 Central Ave., is their top pick to get a birria taco in the Garden State. Birria is a popular Mexican stew primarily using goat meat, marinated in various spices and sauces before being cooked in a broth. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irma's Cafe ☕️ (@irmas_cafe) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Irma's Cafe ☕️ (@irmas_cafe) The…
Suffolk NY
Lifestyle
This Nesconset Eatery Serves Up Best Mexican Food, Voters Say
The restaurant, which has a winning track record, has been recognized yet again for its delicious cuisine. Long Islanders have spoken: Maria’s Mexican & Latin Cuisine, located at 211 Smithtown Boulevard in Nesconset, is the best Mexican restaurant on the island, according to the 2023 Bethpage Best Of Long Island results. Maria’s, which has previously won Best Latin American Restaurant eight years in a row, is no stranger to being recognized for its “magical” food and atmosphere. “Maria’s Mexican and Latin American Cuisine was born out of a lifelong passion for Latin American culture…
Alexandria
Business
Best Places To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Northern VA
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner. Whether it's nachos, tacos or margaritas you're looking for, there are plenty of spots in Northern Virginia to try. Here are some of the highest rated Mexican restaurants on Yelp and Google to try: La Campesina Restaurant, 8442 Lee Highway, Fairfax Taco Zocalo, 1810 Michael Faraday Dr., Reston View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taco Zocalo (@tacozocalo) Poco Loco Mexican Restaurant, 5414 Mudd Tavern Road, Thornburg Tacos El Chilango Food Truck, 1723 14th St N., Arlington Tortas Y Tac…
Stamford
Lifestyle
Popular Restaurant Chain Opens New Location In Stamford
The newest location of a Connecticut restaurant chain that prides itself on making from-scratch dishes using family recipes has arrived in Fairfield County. Puerto Vallarta opened its Stamford location on Monday, April 24, according to the restaurant's social media, bringing its total number of establishments to eight. The new restaurant, located in Stamford Town Center's restaurant plaza at 230 Tresser Boulevard, is filled with lively art, an impressive electric fireplace, and ceilings dripping with plants. View this post on Instagram A p…
Englewood
Business
Blue Moon Cafe Shutters Englewood Location
The Blue Moon Café is shutting its doors after 27 years of serving Englewood. Owner Howard Felixbrod made the announcement on the restaurant's social media pages on Wednesday, April 19. "It has truly been a pleasure to serve you and we will miss being in Englewood," Felixbrod said. "I am looking forward to enjoying more free time." James Du and Lillian Pien, who run Akai Lounge in Englewood, are taking over the spot and changing the name to Blue Akai, Felixbrod said. They plan to serve both Mexican and Japanese cuisines, Felixbrod said. Blue Moon's locations in Wyckoff and Denville will r…
Suffolk MA
Lifestyle
New Taqueria With 1950s Speakeasy Vibes Debuts In Boston's Seaport District
If you're a fan of authentic Mexican food and love eating at classic American diners, then there is a new restaurant you must try next time you are in Boston. Borrachito Taqueria & Spirits unveiled its new Boston location at 70 Pier 4 Boulevard in Seaport on Monday, April 17, The Garret Group said in a press release sent to Daily Voice. The restaurant "will give Bostonians both a rare opportunity to experience a playful take on a Mexico City style Taqueria and a unique speakeasy concept," according to the restaurant group. @cornersofboston Speakyeasy in Boston - Borrachito in …
Fairfax
Business
DC Taco Chain Bringing 10 New Locations To Virginia
It's a good day to be a taco lover in the DMV. View this post on Instagram A post shared by District Taco (@districttaco) District Taco has signed several development deals in the last six month that promise 40 new locations across Florida, New Jersey, and Virginia. In VA, the 10 locations will be in the Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, and Tidewater areas. The company plans to open 10 to 15 franchise locations a year through 2027. View this post on Instagram A post shared by District Taco (@d…
Paramus
Lifestyle
Taco Chain Expanding To New Jersey
It's a good day to be a taco lover in New Jersey. View this post on Instagram A post shared by District Taco (@districttaco) District Taco, which has locations in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area and Pennsylvania, announced it is opening 10 locations in New Jersey as part of the company's expansion plans which also include parts of Florida and Virginia. The company plans to open 10 to 15 franchise locations a year through 2027. View this post on Instagram A post shared by District Taco (…
Norwalk
Lifestyle
'So Delicious': Popular Stamford Restaurant Opens Brand-New Location In South Norwalk
A beloved restaurant has expanded to a second location in Fairfield County, and visitors are already loving it just as much as the first. Cantina Mexicana, which already has a restaurant in Stamford, opened a new location in South Norwalk at 77 North Main St. in January to bring their take on Mexican cuisine to even more people. The new eatery is dedicated to offering "authentic and sophisticated Mexican cuisine in a beautiful, fun, and casual environment," according to its owners, and hosts an eating space filled with hand-painted art. Some of the dishes offered by the restaurant, whic…
Suffolk NY
Lifestyle
New East Islip Restaurant Praised For 'Excellent Food, Great Atmosphere'
A popular restaurant known for its burritos and salads appears to be a hit with foodies just days after opening its newest location on Long Island. Shrimpy’s Burrito Bar, located in East Islip at 322 East Main Street, held its grand opening on Monday, March 20. Earlier Report: Popular Restaurant Reveals Opening Date For New Location In Suffolk County It marks the third location for the chain, which first welcomed diners in August 2018 in Massapequa Park. A second location later opened in South Huntington. Owner Ryan DiPaola told Daily Voice he describes the eatery as a beach themed, Cali…
Morris
Lifestyle
Investment Banking Exec Leaves 30-Year Career To Open Morristown Taqueria
Nov. 30, 2022 was Raul Santoyo's last day of work as an investment banking executive. The Long Valley dad and Mexico City native dreamed of opening his own taqueria since the day he arrived in New Jersey 16 years ago, and has joked with friends ever since that one day, he'd give them "the taco they deserve." And so, he quit his job a few months ago to do just that. On Friday, Feb. 17, Santoyo, his older brother Alejandro Santoyo, and Gabriel Galvan, a pharmaceutical executive, are opening Central Taqueria in Morristown. When asked how it felt to finally pursue his dreams, …
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