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Welcome to La Casita Mexicana

Founded in a vibrant neighborhood of Ridgewood, NY, La Casita Mexicana enchants diners with its creative Mexican fare. With a cozy setting, outdoor seating, and a moderate buzz, this hidden gem offers a delightful escape. Their dishes like chicken quesadillas, steak quesadilla, and shrimp nachos are raved about, while the Watermelon margaritas steal the show. Guests praise the unconventional yet delicious salsa and the flavorful guacamole. The exceptional service adds a cherry on top to this culinary experience. La Casita Mexicana is a must-visit spot for those craving authentic Mexican flavors with a twist.

La Casita Mexicana: Reviews & Ratings

Brittney P.
Brittney P.

Ordered here on Uber Eats and they had some amazing buy one get one free deals. I got the chicken quesadillas, the nachos and some chips and salsa. The portions were perfect. I don't know what they put in their salsa, but it is not like any other salsa I've had before - Don't expect anything like a pico. But the salsa was so delicious!

Amy M.
Amy M.

First time trying this place found on yelp and was close to my house. Place was super cute inside and they have a little outdoor patio as well , Watermelon margaritas definitely recommend and food was good too just my only gripe was the tortillas served with my fajitas were SUPER tiny I have never been to a Mexican restaurant and they serve that with fajitas , so maybe bring your own if you get Fajitas there. everything else was good!

Priscilla R.
Priscilla R.

La casita mexicana is a spot we picked for cinco de mayo. I ordered a pitcher of margarita and the waitress told me it's $45... I said ok because why not? It's cinco de mayo! Once she brought over the drink, I finally understood. It was literally a margarita tower and that's what won it over for me. My partner loved his steak quesadilla and my burrito bowl was pretty good. Wish they had a spicier hot sauce though! Overall good service and very small, but pretty inside.

Marueze S.
Marueze S.

Very small venue, (maybe 10 tables) but superior flavors. Excellent guacomole and chips. Interesting , non traditional to me, dip for chips. We all had quesidillas, steak, chicken and shrimp. All were excellent. Menu had all the usual offerings. Great margaritas. Bright, friendly atmosphere. I will return when I am in area. Parking is challenging.

David V.
David V.

Only thing better than the food, was the service. Everyone was very sweet. We ordered shrimp nachos, tacos de pulpo and veggie tacos with rice & beans. I was surprised at how good the veggie tacos were - they had a blend of sautéed cauliflower, carrot and broccoli with some guacamole, fire! The sangria was perfect, not too sweet and had mango, apple and blueberries. Second time coming here, will definitely be back again!

Frances P.
Frances P.

For years I kept forgetting about this place.. finally made it down and boy it was amazing. It's a small spot, with outdoor seating in better weather. The decor is cute, colorful chairs on all the tables. They have a bar and boy ate their drinks great.. the widow maker has muddled blackberries on the bottom and it's made with vodka. The Paloma a fav of my Mine. This drink is made with grapefruit and tequila, also delish and tasty. I also had a tequila spritz also pretty and good. The Barria quesadilla was something new to us. It was tasty and huge. The one thing missing was a small portion of Barria gravy to dip the quesadilla. The Al pastor tacos were delish, they were street taco size but filled with lots of meat. In our second trip I had the steak tacos. It was a no go for me. The meat was well done and rubbery. Not sure it was the cut of meat or if it was well done. I would try again but def request meat to be medium well. The guac was a 6 out of 10 stars served with home made chips which is a plus. Waitress was very attentive, friendly which is nice to experience. Overall 4 stars for this place.

Julia F.
Julia F.

Blink and you almost miss this neighborhood gem if not for the brightly colored outdoor seating. The classic mojitos were surprisingly strong, (or maybe it was my jet lag) but made for a truly "happy hour" on the Sunday afternoon we chose to go. The avocado fries are a must try, but not at all what you expect. Imagine creamy avocado quarters covered in a thin spice crust with a tangy dressing. The octopus in my octopus tacos was perfectly grilled tender, but I wish that there was more acid outside of the limes that they came with. My partner's steak tacos were a little chewy, but the seasoning was on pointe. Our servers were good about coming out and bringing us things we didn't think we needed. The busy intersection behind our table made for some interesting traffic and people watching, but I imagine it can get crazy noisy on a weeknight. All the more reason to have a few more mojitos!

Angela G.
Angela G.

Got out of work a little later than anticipated & needed a DRANK! I yelped around & thought this was a cute spot - The place is right on the corner, plenty of parking. My friend & I parked right infront & opted to sit inside. There's also outdoor dining! The staff was so welcoming & funny! The drinks were STRONG and the aesthetic / decorations were placed so nicely. Very calming ambiance. We started off with the chips & guac that were delish, I don't like my chips too salty so they were perfect! I ordered a burrito bowl with birria - maybe it's just because I've had a lot of birria but it wasn't the best; but the portion was big! I'm definitely coming back for the drinks

Dominique H.
Dominique H.

We were going to a concert at the Knockdown Center and this place was close enough walking distance. Besides, one of us craved tacos. About 10 min walk from the venue - perfect. Nice, clean place with indoor and outdoor seating, and lovely staff. The cocktails were delicious! Truly. Try them all! Food came out relatively quickly and was really good. If you're in the area, do swing by there. You won't be disappointed.

Location

La Casita Mexicana is a cozy Mexican spot located at 6236 Forest Ave Ridgewood, NY 11385. This unclaimed gem offers delivery, takeout, outdoor seating, and a casual atmosphere with moderate noise levels.

Based on glowing reviews from customers like Brittney, Amy, Priscilla, Marueze, and David, La Casita Mexicana seems to have made quite an impression on its patrons. From delicious chicken quesadillas and unique salsa to watermelon margaritas and impressive margarita towers, this place has a lot to offer.

The menu boasts traditional Mexican fare with a twist, like veggie tacos with a blend of sautéed cauliflower, carrot, and broccoli, shrimp nachos, and tantalizing quesadillas with steak, chicken, or shrimp. The sangria, with a perfect balance of sweetness and fruitiness, is also highly recommended.

With a bright and friendly atmosphere, excellent guacamole and chips, and superior flavors, La Casita Mexicana has won over the hearts of diners. Despite its small size and challenging parking, the service here is top-notch, making it a must-visit spot for Mexican food lovers in the area. I can't wait to go back and try more of their flavorful dishes!