Mexican in NYC wavers betwn' Caribbean trying to pass as Mexican or Chevy's style food. Being Mexican-American from the west most Mexican food misses the mark catering bland tastes..losing their soul in the process. El Maguey is the west, their mole is proof. RICE and BEANS foremost to any Mexican palate; whoever gets that will shoot to meteoric success. El Maguey's pinto and refried beans, are unheard of in NYC! Truth:Black beans aren't typicaly Mexican;they are from the Carib. of Mexico. While rice should be toasted and smokey. El Maguey's rice is borderline/ better than most. Their salsa is authentic but variation is king..large portions is AKA Mexican style as is catering to customer wants..including delivery. Their delivery guys deserve every penny, be generous. These guys went out in the worst snow to satisfy my home sick stomach..guilty. This place is a find in the land of mediocrity.
Pros: AUTHENTIC, INEXPENSIVE, COMFORT FOOD
Cons: FOOD PRESENTATION
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