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Cafe el Portal

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Mexican Restaurant$$$$

NoLita, New York

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Cafe el Portal

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Swen GrahamNovember 7, 2014
Chile verde chicken enchiladas. Insanely delicious and not too heavy. Be sure to liberally coat with the green and red salsas on the table.
Neal JosephJanuary 23, 2012
Chicken 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
Irene MFebruary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
A 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.
Alberto SimonSeptember 24, 2015
Been here 25+ times
My favorite mexican place in NYC, the red mole is to die for and the service is friendly. Great margaritas too!
KirsyDecember 1, 2012
Feels like homemade food! delicious. Get Chile Reyenos, Enchiladas de Mole Rojo, and tortilla chips w Guac!
Andrea Velázquez FossasJuly 13, 2013
Shrimp tacos and fish tacos are killer, sadly can't say the same about the carnitas. And the cucumber margaritas are absolutely delicious!!
Mehgan GallagherAugust 2, 2013
Great 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.
Juliette Dallas-FeeneyMay 24, 2011
Pepino/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.
Kate FurmanOctober 31, 2015
Chef's taco sampler is the way to go (one shrimp, one al pastor, one fish taco)
Jon hoffmanApril 29, 2012
if they have the lamb shank special, get it. so tender and yummy with just enough spice to remind you that it's mexican.
D SicFebruary 28, 2016
The burrito or bowl options are nice and prepared well for those trying to stick with healthy options
Marissa StuartMarch 29, 2015
I love it here! I'm always eager to come back! The fish tacos are my favorite.
Yera HaAugust 9, 2014
quick service! the chicken burrito is so massive you'll have to eat it with a fork and knife.
John BigbooteJanuary 7, 2014
great enchildas. Xicala wine n tapas bar next store. @ 151B elizabeth. Try Fresh cucumber water
Gansevoort Hotel GroupApril 8, 2011
Limon margarita(s) on the rocks and enchiladas de mole rojo are the perfect way to get your night started! You can thank us later.
Brett JossApril 21, 2014
Super authentic Mexican food. Rarely crowded. Eat the mole enchilada and drink the lemon margarita.
Lynn FNovember 15, 2012
My favorite authentic mexican food. Go for the mole and add extra hot sauce to your michelada!
Margarita MAugust 8, 2011
Some of the best and most authentic Mexican food in the city! Had what is probably the best burrito ever here. Read more
Serious EatsAugust 5, 2013
Decent if slightly pricey Mexican with a knack for burritos. Good neighborhood joint.
Candace LindemannAugust 31, 2010
I like the queso de cabra quesadilla, DH likes the mole, we both love the sangria. Best affordable Mexican food in Manhattan!
Debby RuthMarch 28, 2013
A real find. Wonderfully authentic.
ChrissyAugust 24, 2012
Enchilada Mole + Pepino Cucumber Margarita - lived up to the hype on the other tips
Jackie FerrerSeptember 20, 2014
OMG you can order margs to go!!! Cucumber is DA BOMB
Matthew PantojaJuly 30, 2010
I know El Sombrero's been the staple spot for these, but you can get flavored margaritas on the rocks or frozen to go!
Official HankFebruary 24, 2012
Margarita's are outstanding! Start your meal with Frijoles con Totopos! My fav! http://www.itunes.com/officialhank
Paul PenningtonJuly 21, 2013
They have margaritas-to-go and they're strong. I'm a fan.
İpek A.November 13, 2014
Lime margarita rocks! And Tacos as well...
Lucio BracamontesMarch 10, 2013
Best tacos al pastor I've had in NYC.
Subha MFebruary 4, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Best elote asados (roasted Mexican corn) in the city. Good Mexican food (for NYC, at least).
Alberto SimonDecember 10, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Best pozole ever
#illumin8usMarch 6, 2011
This is one of the best Mexican restaurants in the city. Complete find!
Claudia FilthNovember 8, 2014
Mushroom tacos! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Rob V. BurrMay 16, 2011
The green salsa may just be the best I've ever had.
Amisha DoshiOctober 9, 2010
Everything is delicious, but you must try the shrimp or chicken tacos.
Sandy AlbertSeptember 1, 2015
Come here for brunch.
Jeremy ShatanJuly 17, 2013
The Mole is deep and complex!
Phoenix 💥💥💥September 23, 2014
Enchiladas with guacamole!
Cory GreenwellOctober 10, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Shrimp tacos and watermelon marga for her, negra and enchiladas for me. Yum!
Wilfredo UmanzorMarch 10, 2013
Best tacos I've had in my life.
Jon SteinbackApril 23, 2011
pepino is the best flavor. anything w cucumber, really.
Doron Ben AvrahamMarch 26, 2010
this little hole in the wall is surprising.excellent service and excellent food
Ze BeApril 25, 2014
shrimp tacos and margaritas
ChrissyMay 27, 2013
If you have a peanut allergy - it's a no go
M KApril 13, 2012
Get the shrimp tacos. Always.
iOS TesterJune 13, 2014
One of my favorites places.
M KJuly 18, 2012
Margs and shrimp tacos FTW
Lauren TSeptember 25, 2014
Garlic shrimp
Natali lee †March 20, 2013
Nice cafe....
chrisFebruary 12, 2012
Been here 5+ times
cucumber margaritas. 'nuff said.
Tara StilesFebruary 9, 2010
Margarita time! Pomegranate on rocks is really good!

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