El Nico

4.2

18 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining
Romantic

elNico is a vibrant rooftop destination at Penny Williamsburg, offering a modern twist on casual Mexican cuisine, creative drinks, and a lively atmosphere. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the Brooklyn and Manhattan skyline with every visit. Please note the kitchen closes one hour before last call.

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Location
288 N 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211-2103
Phone number
(929) 594-2028
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 14:00–22:00 Fri 14:00–01:00 Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 21:00–22:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Fernanda Serrano
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Brooklyn
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18 Reviews

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Lucy
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been here for dinner and for brunch. Would highly recommend dinner menu! The huevos was fried eggs in a verde puré. It was good but almost no food
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Alando
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The servers and maitre'd were all very friendly and hospitable. The plates were small and shareable, packed with a lot of flavor with great spicy notes. Great value at its price point. Cocktails were phenomenally crafted and very delicious. Quaint, swanky ambiance with a great view into Manhattan over Williamsburg. Highly recommend.
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Ryan
VIP
Portland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and the view of the city was exceptional!
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Carlos
New York City
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Be mindful to arrive when the kitchen is opened. We came between lunch and dinner and had a limited selection of items we could order. The Micheladas were nothing we had expected compared to traditional Micheladas. They have a small and selective list of beers; I would have expected more of a choice at a hotel. The appetizer menu should have included other protein choices beyond beef and pork. A chicken or seafood choice would have been excellent. Reviewing the dinner menu before we left, we saw a limited list of choices topped by the way overpriced carne asada plate at $68.00
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Robert
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was really very fun. There were some private events going on that evening so not all the spaces were open and the noise level was rather high. The food and drinks were excellent and the staff was kind and attentive.
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Dylan
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant, the food, the scenery, the music, the lighting was all 10/10 but the server pulled a move I do not respect to manipulate a tip.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 21 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment you enter you will have an amazing experience. Chic vibe, attentive service & priceless views from the terrace. A must visit & definitely get the guac and chips!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely love this place !!! Drinks and food are 10/10
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 28 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Happy hour was nice and the view is great. Good spice and favors on the dishes! Try the Hot Lips cocktails!
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JBiii
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent drinks, excellent tacos. Love the view from the heated terrace. My new local place. Thanks!
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El Nico offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Nico also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (929) 594-2028.

El Nico is rated 4.2 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

8 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 1 time today

288 N 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211-2103

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(929) 594-2028
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 14:00–22:00 Fri 14:00–01:00 Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 21:00–22:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Fernanda Serrano
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

El Nico

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Private dining

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What 18 people are saying

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