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Neal JosephJanuary 23, 2012Chicken mole verde and posole are definitely the best I've had in NYC, and the chicken mole verde may be the best I've ever had anywhere. Transcendant sauce. Wow. Prickly pear margarita also excellent- I MFebruary 23, 2012A standout dish: Mole de Pollo Oaxaqueño, a half-chicken cooked to tender, juicy perfection, swimming in mole sauce and served with a side of tortillas, rice and beans. Be hungry.
Swen GrahamNovember 7, 2014Chile verde chicken enchiladas. Insanely delicious and not too heavy. Be sure to liberally coat with the green and red salsas on the table.
My favorite mexican place in NYC, the red mole is to die for and the service is friendly. Great margaritas too!
KirsyDecember 1, 2012Feels like homemade food! delicious. Get Chile Reyenos, Enchiladas de Mole Rojo, and tortilla chips w Guac!
Mehgan GallagherAugust 2, 2013Great food and cool atmosphere! Don't be afraid to sit at the bar for a bite. The food and service and just as good there.
Andrea Velázquez FossasJuly 13, 2013Shrimp tacos and fish tacos are killer, sadly can't say the same about the carnitas. And the cucumber margaritas are absolutely delicious!!
Kate FurmanOctober 31, 2015Chef's taco sampler is the way to go (one shrimp, one al pastor, one fish taco)
Marissa StuartMarch 29, 2015I love it here! I'm always eager to come back! The fish tacos are my favorite.
Brett JossApril 21, 2014Super authentic Mexican food. Rarely crowded. Eat the mole enchilada and drink the lemon margarita.
Gansevoort Hotel GroupApril 8, 2011Limon margarita(s) on the rocks and enchiladas de mole rojo are the perfect way to get your night started! You can thank us later.
John BigbooteJanuary 7, 2014great enchildas. Xicala wine n tapas bar next store. @ 151B elizabeth. Try Fresh cucumber water
Jon hoffmanApril 29, 2012if they have the lamb shank special, get it. so tender and yummy with just enough spice to remind you that it's mexican.
Juliette Dallas-FeeneyMay 24, 2011Pepino/cucumber margarita on the rocks is the shiz. Huge glass well worth $9. Yummy guacamole but chips are straight up from a bag. Cojita cheese on the enchiladas makes me happy.
D SicFebruary 28, 2016The burrito or bowl options are nice and prepared well for those trying to stick with healthy options
Yera HaAugust 9, 2014quick service! the chicken burrito is so massive you'll have to eat it with a fork and knife.
Serious EatsAugust 5, 2013Decent if slightly pricey Mexican with a knack for burritos. Good neighborhood joint.
Lynn FNovember 15, 2012My favorite authentic mexican food. Go for the mole and add extra hot sauce to your michelada!
Margarita MAugust 8, 2011Some of the best and most authentic Mexican food in the city! Had what is probably the best burrito ever here. Read more
Candace LindemannAugust 31, 2010I like the queso de cabra quesadilla, DH likes the mole, we both love the sangria. Best affordable Mexican food in Manhattan!
Official HankFebruary 24, 2012Margarita's are outstanding! Start your meal with Frijoles con Totopos! My fav!
ChrissyAugust 24, 2012Enchilada Mole + Pepino Cucumber Margarita - lived up to the hype on the other tips
Matthew PantojaJuly 30, 2010I know El Sombrero's been the staple spot for these, but you can get flavored margaritas on the rocks or frozen to go!
Best elote asados (roasted Mexican corn) in the city. Good Mexican food (for NYC, at least).
Shrimp tacos and watermelon marga for her, negra and enchiladas for me. Yum!
Doron Ben AvrahamMarch 26, 2010this little hole in the wall is surprising.excellent service and excellent food
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Cafe el Portal
174 Elizabeth St (btwn Spring St & Kenmare St)
New York, NY 10012
United States
New York, NY 10012
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–Midnight
(212) 226-4642
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Yes
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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