Fresco's Grand Cantina

Fresco's Grand Cantina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. GL

   GL17 VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing gay friendly restaurant! We went for the dinner and show for RuPaul’s Drag Race- was fun, welcoming and the food was amazing. The perfect Friday night out!
   

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   CYNTHIA

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food amazing, entertainment excellent drink worth every dollar.
   

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   David

   New York City9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife and I came in for dinner on a Friday night. We made reservations because it was recommended, and it was a good thing we did — the place was packed. On some Thursday and Friday nights, the restaurant has a DJ, viewing parties, and live shows, and Sunday brunches are busy, so it’s important to check their events calendar before you visit. The service was superb. Fast, friendly, and precise. The food was amazing; we started with a special appetizer, the Qui Mama, which is a deep-fried avocado fried in panko breading; and a regular menu appetizer, the Tamal de Frida, which is polenta topped with slow-cooked pork, queso fresco, and sauces. The tamal was excellent; the qui mama was superb. For an entree, we had tacos. The Sesame Ginger Chicken tacos were sweet like teriyaki, and the Dos Cochinitas (crispy pork belly) were delectable. Paired with our meal were drinks — my wife had the La Secreta red sangria, which she loved. I ordered the El Rey (cognac, pineapple juice, lime juice, and amaretto). It was splendid. For dessert my wife had the tres leches, which was great, and I had the lava cake with raspberry syrup, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream. It was, in a word, sublime. The atmosphere is fun, but it can get really loud on event nights, so remember to check the restaurant's online schedule when you plan your visit. But definitely plan a visit: this is fantastic food in a great environment, in a fun neighborhood, not to be missed! Best accessed via the N/W subway line, whose 30th Avenue stop is just 50 feet away. Parking in the area can be tricky on weekends, so mass transit is the way to go unless you live in the area.
   

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   Jon VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best drag brunch with delicious food and drinks. Jerk chicken tacos are A1!
   

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   Robert

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Frescos is our favorite local spot for brunch as well as a casual dinner. Ambience and service are always a 10/10 and when they have a show you’ll want to stay for a second seating
   

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   Kerstti

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 10 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great experience, everything I came back the food is more delicious!
   

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   Lizzette

   New York City9 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 15 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I LOVE the drag show at Fresco’s! It’s the best!! I have also had dinner and lunch there on separate occasions and the food was delicious, great tacos. The sangria was ON POINT, and def delivers a great buzz! lol! My only disappointment this time around was that I ordered the churro French toast and despite letting my server know that I wanted my eggs cooked well with crispy bacon, my order did not come out that way, my friend had the same issue with her order and when she asked if the eggs could be cooked more,the waiter was visibly annoyed and told her it would take 20 minutes. I did not eat the eggs or the bacon on my plate. I don’t usually complain about things like this but if I ask for my food a certain way it’s because I like it that way, and I always let the server know when I order so I won’t have to send things back, as I know it adds work to an already busy kitchen.Everyone else at my table received their food the way they ordered it and were pleased with their meals, guess I won’t order that dish again. I will def return because I love this establishment and will always support, but I was underwhelmed with my meal this time around. Next time I’ll have the tacos!
   

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   Marcus

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing staff , food & drag performers. Always a great experience :).
   

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   Danish

   Chicago1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 16 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall a good choice. Wish the food had more flavor.
   

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    Richard

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    What began as a delightful, delicious meal (the shredded beef and chicken enchilada dishes were each sensational enough to please this former resident of San Diego) transformed to a raucous and rollicking good time following the loud dance beats and the commencement of a fabulous and entertaining drag show. Thank you for making a birthday dinner for two an incredible night to remember! Outstanding!
    

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