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Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Downtown New Haven, New Haven
"Chicken enchiladas were tasty and the margaritas were great"(3 Tips)
"Mexican food and pitchers of sangria!"(2 Tips)
"... great place for tasty Mexican food and pitchers of sangria (21+)!"(2 Tips)
"Tammy is the Best Bartender in CT."(2 Tips)
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Best Mexican food in the entire state, amazing cheese enchiladas and a very awesome, dimly lit atmosphere, very authentic place, not tacky like on the border restuarant
Burcu GülezNovember 10, 2016it's name is enough ✌️️(i am not even talking about how big the portions are and how delicious the foods are)
Ben HuffOctober 15, 2014One idea. Two words. Cajun, Wings. The only companion you will need with these is beer
- Timmy CarterDecember 21, 2012Tammy is the Best Bartender in CT. This place wouldn't be it without her. #Viva
- Best DelegateSeptember 6, 2011Hello SCSY delegates! Viva's is a great place for tasty Mexican food and pitchers of sangria (21+)!
- BestDelegate bestdelegate.comOctober 14, 2010Hello SCSY delegates! Viva's is a great place for tasty Mexican food and pitchers of sangria! Read more
If you like wings that are spicy, but aren't messy, try the cajun wings.
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Viva Zapata is one of the oldest and most popular Mexican restaurants in New Haven since we opened the doors in 1974. The fajitas and nachos have been rated best in New Haven for many years, and the margaritas never disappoint. Come see us today!
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon
- 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Tue–Thu, Sun
- 11:30 AM–1:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–2:00 AM
(203) 562-2499
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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