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Café de La Esquina

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Taco Restaurant, Beer Garden, and Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Williamsburg, Brooklyn

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Café de La Esquina

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Journey City GuidesAugust 3, 2017
A taco stand for a quick snack or a beautiful diner for a longer Mexican meal of and strong mezcal shots with yummy tacos and tasty tortas
Evan BartlettApril 3, 2015
Great back yard, cool interior in the diner. Get el pepino Diablo , it's a tasty spicy cucumber margarita. The carnitas dish is solid and the tacos are decent
Shaun Tollerton ⚡️August 3, 2014
Get the Huevos Chilango (two poached eggs, quinoa potato crisp, chorizo, tomatillo and avocado salsa). One of my favorite brunch dishes in the area.
7th.ListJuly 14, 2012
Try: Berkshire pork shoulder (leche condensada, huitlacoche puree with salsa roja)...Another item we are crazy about is the Platanos Machos Fritos(A mix of sweet plantains, salsa verde & queso fresco) Read more
rozi dociOctober 3, 2012
Get the fish tacos, they're delicious. A bit spicy but absolutely a must try. The house salad with steak is amazing! The food here is always tasty & fresh. This location has a very laid back vibe.
Paige CJuly 20, 2017
Delicious food, great outdoor space, dog friendly. What more could you want? Try the hibiscus margarita!
DoubleDeuceSeptember 28, 2016
Great place. The inside, the outside, the spicy margarita, the food, the Williamsburg-like overly-chilled staff (can be slow), all great for the vibe.
amNewYorkOctober 26, 2011
Try favorites such as Queso Fundito, Carnitas Taquitos and Sopa de Tortilla while enjoying nightly DJs, but don’t forget the cocktails: Sip a Blood Orange Margarita or a Pepino Diablo.
AskMenAugust 16, 2011
There's a sliding scale of cuisine ranging from streetmunch like carnitas taquitos & grilled corn to a more sophisticated menu served in the back room, where one can expect to find a more daring menu. Read more
refinery29August 3, 2014
Chef Akhtar Nawab's menu brings the best of Mexico to Brooklyn, including Ceviche Acapulco, Tostadas de Tinga de Pollo, and Albóndigas Mole Rojo. Read more
Elysia MannJune 12, 2015
Get it all, meaning a huge platter of tacos. With lamb tacos in the mix. Chips and guacamole aren't worth it.
Tarra McFarlaneNovember 5, 2014
This guacamole is fantastic! Plus six bucks for a really delicious margarita in an old fashioned diner styled!
Cate HullAugust 16, 2013
Tasty happy hour margaritas for a fiver with & get some guac & smokey home made salsa in a jar (to take away if you want)& chips on the side. Happy happy
refinery29August 3, 2014
Set in the iconic Wythe Diner (think '50s retro modern) with a outdoor garden, La Esquina Williambsurg is open for business. Read more
Cheapeats IncApril 9, 2016
Poscado ceviche, chorizo qeusadilla, squash blossom tacos are yummy. Prosecco with Mizcal is the perfect drink
Rewan PartiJuly 20, 2015
The fish tacos and margarita are must have! When the weather is great, come and enjoy the outdoor seating.
olivier PEYREFebruary 28, 2018
So many better Mexican food options in the neighborhood. If you want legit south of the border flavors and textures, walk a few more blocks and head to La Superior.
hangalong.comAugust 24, 2014
We drank all the margaritas and forgot to take a photo, here is the proof they are extremely good ;)
Rich KearneyAugust 11, 2014
Great vibe inside and out. Draft beer is crisp and the tacos are tasty. What more could you want?
Laura V.January 6, 2013
Loved the fact that you have to get through the kitchen and get all underground to get to the action. We went for some drinks and had a blast!
Jc QAugust 9, 2011
Been here 10+ times
My new favorite spot. Great food/drinks/ambiance. The corn on the cob is amazing. Brunch scene is going to be awesome. Well done La Esquina!
İpek A.December 17, 2014
One of the best Margarita in the area... And also the foods are delicious
Marcel FelderDecember 17, 2016
Old school-style Mexican diner with great Margaritas! Try the Tortilla Soup!
Dennis PlucinikJuly 8, 2012
Post meal thoughts: this place is fantastic. Friendly staff, super good food, prompt service, kept our glasses full. Will be coming back. A lot.
AleSeptember 10, 2016
Nice place. Ping pong table, and friendly waiters!
YLJuly 21, 2018
The margaritas👌🏼Made with fresh watermelon rather than simple syrup. BUT the tacos were so slow & our waiter forgot half our order & took 30 mins to get the rest. Still it has a nice outdoor area.
Ashkan SafaeeJune 1, 2014
Amazing place. Try their special Beer with hot sauce. Strangers and amazing.
Village VoiceMay 31, 2012
Mexican food and a graveled outdoor dining area where you can usually find a spot, even on a busy night. Need we say more?
Benjamin PalmerSeptember 17, 2011
Must: try one of the Guarnitos, best thing on the menu. Bonus: sub a reposado mezcal for tequila in any spicy drink
Raquelle JessieOctober 20, 2017
get the passion fruit marg, the tacos are bueno. don't get the chips and guac- chips are store bought.
Christian Van Der Henst S.October 6, 2014
Trendy overprice Mexican. Good drinks, go for a Margarita. Better food options nearby but the retro diner experience is worth a visit for a drink.
Trevis Dane WimerSeptember 26, 2011
Huevos Chilongos for brunch with Jerry Josephs favorite cocktail.. Akvinta with a splash of soda, and a splash of grapefruit. Great combo!!!
Gretta HehreMarch 1, 2016
Killer margaritas, lovely backyard for warm summer night.
Morgan HowardJuly 4, 2015
Curtis is the best! We had the most lovely dinner experience thanks to him!
Joe BrolgsAugust 5, 2015
I have a big wheat paste across the street from this joint. Sam reckons this place is good for food as well.
Courtney KleinJanuary 28, 2018
Good vegetarian options, and the margaritas are pretty damn tasty.
D OSeptember 22, 2015
great looking diner with a really nice outdoor space
Ranu RajkarnikarOctober 8, 2014
Outdoor seating. Michelada. Fish tacos. Repeat for best results.
Rob CampbellJanuary 28, 2016
The tortilla soup is amazing!
Evan BartlettMarch 26, 2013
Tasty tacos, strong margaritas, nice out door seating
John GonzalesAugust 25, 2011
You have to be about 5'10'' to use the men's urinal. Try the sopa de tortilla, very good. Nice specials as well.
Ruth TooApril 14, 2012
Decided to give it a second chance—it will be my last. Had the mushroom taco which was swimming in minty sauce, missing the hominy and gross!
Josh MateoJune 16, 2015
Tacos forever. Sit outside or in the dungeon. No there isn't a dungeon. 🐏💨
allisonFebruary 16, 2015
Killer margs and atmosphere.
jennifer ressApril 6, 2013
The brisket tacos and chicken mole enchilada were delicious!
Andrew FurmanMay 4, 2015
Great outdoor seating
Lauren GilchristOctober 2, 2011
Beware, we had to wait to seat a party of nine despite a reservation and credit card deposit for price fixe. Food and service once seated were great.
Eli MaierAugust 18, 2014
Awesome tacos and great choice of tequila
Chris ReardonMay 3, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Go eat at La Superior, Mole, or Mesa Coyoacan. This place is cutting corners on quality to make more profit. Boo.
Becca BaeJune 12, 2016
The food is greasier than anything I've ever encountered. But hey, you might like that.

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