Caliente Cab
Mexican · Albee Square
About Caliente Cab
At Caliente Cab, we're a longtime favorite among New Yorkers seeking a taste of Mexico's vibrant spirit. Our warm-weather patio is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sipping potent drinks and enjoying our delicious Mexican cuisine on a sunny day. We've perfected the art of serving authentic flavors that w...
At Caliente Cab, we're a longtime favorite among New Yorkers seeking a taste of Mexico's vibrant spirit. Our warm-weather patio is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sipping potent drinks and enjoying our delicious Mexican cuisine on a sunny day. We've perfected the art of serving authentic flavors that will leave you craving more. Our customers rave about our mouthwatering dishes, like our famous tacos al pastor, as well as the exceptional service that makes every visit feel like a fiesta. Join us in Albee Square and experience the warmth and hospitality that's made Caliente Cab a beloved gathering spot for years.
What Customers Say About Caliente Cab
Caliente Cab is a vibrant spot known for its excellent service, delicious food, and lively atmosphere, often described as a beach bar vibe. Many reviewers specifically praise staff like Jesus, Armando, Marcela, Lucia, Paula and Alex for outstanding service and making celebrations special. Chips and guac, steak burrito, and frozen drinks are popular.
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Caliente Cab Albee Square Reviews
Food was delicious and Armando (our waiter) is a true delight! He made my mother's birthday very special and gave great suggestions on what to choose for brunch. Definitely the best brunch deal and service in the West Village!
LOVED IT! Such a cute little restaurant. Was not crowded at all, a Sunday afternoon before dinner, sat around 4pm? We were looking for a place to eat and I liked how it looked from the outside so we figured why not. Glad we did. Food was tasty, drinks were yummy, and overall not expensive considering g what you got. Free chips and salsa included. Loved the decor and the staff were very nice. I’ll go back if I’m ever in the neighborhood again.
Great food and lovely service! The drinks were weak, but the food made up for it! A big menu of vegetarian options, and the nachos and street corn were both amazing! Large space and good ambience, quiet enough to have a good conversation. I tried the pineapple margarita but it didn't have a punch to it.
Caliente Cab has become our go to reunion spot for my cousins and I. Every birthday, every celebration, we meet here! My dad once came here often with his six brothers, and now all their kids meet at the same family spot. We LOVE Caliente Cab and Marcella is our favorite waitress! Great food, atmosphere, and the best place for a family birthday!!!!
Marcela was an amazing server who anticipated our needs and allowed us to have a perfect night, She was always there when we needed her and supplied wonderful service. Wonderful to have a sever that can make you smile. This will always be my first Reccomendation for eating out in Manhattan
Had a great time. Great burger. Man that wagyu burger is something else. I really liked our host Marcela. Her attention to detail was prime. She was real sweet and accommodating. Thumbs up for the establishment, the food and the staff. Amazing. You won't regret it 👍🏼👍🏼💪🏼
Really great restaurant! The West village is notorious for being unaffordable and overpriced, but this place was a really good deal with high-quality food. We ended up going on the weekend so we got their brunch special. It was $24 for 24 ounce Margarita and I ended up getting steak and eggs so it really was an excellent price. Our server Diana was EXCELLENT. She was very attentive and focused on all of our needs. We would highly recommend this place!
We had a splendid night! We always enjoy coming to Caliente can. They have the best drinks and high-quality food. Daniela was amazing—always attentive to our needs. It’s always a pleasure to spend the evenings here. We also miss Jesús and hope to see him soon; he is truly wonderful. We love caliente cab!
Jesus took awesome care of our party. I wanted to make sure to take care of the check because my brother can be a little pushy about that. Jesus made sure that mine was the only credit card that was run. Plus he and his serving team gave us A+ service. To say that I’m a little picky about service is an understatement as we are from Vegas, where service is demanded to be premium plus. Jesus and his serving team could easily fulfill any Vegas demanding customer with the service they provided. Great job Jesus!!
Marcella was an amazing server. The food and service was spectacular! Will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommend their burger! They also had talenter performers doing live music
Diana was amazing. She served me the most life changing quesabirria I’ve had and I couldn’t finish the quesofundido because I was in tears of how amazing the establishment was. I wouldn’t have appreciated the food if not for Diana’s excellent service. If you want a life changing experience go here immediately and if you have Diana you will be transcended into a state of blissful harmony
The first time I came here was in June but couldn't get a table cos it was so full. That was the indicator to come back. The food and drinks are great and Diana was such a joy to have as our server. She was attentive from start to finish and we had a great time. Would definitely come here again. And highly recommend .
Came here for my husbands birthday - drinks & food was amazing! Jesus was on top of everything making sure we are well taken care of and remembering the candles/churros for my husband birthday. Seriously love this place - been coming since 2011 and doesn’t disappoint
We recently visited this Mexican restaurant and had a fantastic experience. The food was absolutely delicious — the flavors were fresh and authentic. The fajitas were especially amazing: perfectly seasoned, sizzling hot, and full of tender meat and vegetables. Paula was incredibly attentive, friendly, and checked on us several times to make sure everything was perfect.
Paola is super attentive and amazing at what she does. super friendly and lovely when catering to me and my party. Always lovely and the energy is amazing every single time. Super knowledgeable and cute. she always takes good care of me
One of my favorite places to get Mexican food in the city! Fun vibes and reasonable prices. Marcela was our server and she was great
100% recommended. The food was very good, we had the burritos and quesadillas, and they were delicious. But the best part was the service we received from Marcela, she made our visit wonderful; she was kind and very polite. We'll be back!
I went here for my birthday and the atmosphere and hospitality was amazing. The food was also great and the margaritas are huge which was nice. My waiter Jesus was very personable and even got me a birthday present! I will remember this night for the rest of my life and I highly recommend trying out this restaurant!
The service here is amazing! Our server, Diana, has been phenomenal. Shes made sure our drink came quick, always checked up on us, and did her job with grace! We hope everyone had the same 5 star experience me and my wife had!
After having dinner on Cornelia, a friend and I decided to get drinks here. And this place is so slept on! Our first time visiting New York City and we loved it so much that we made time to visit it a second time. After long days of sightseeing and tourist traps the amazing service from our bartender Mario made us feel right at home. He anticipated all of our needs and made well balanced and refreshing cocktails. We were too full for a meal but tried the chips and spicy guac (had options for mild and medium) and were very pleased with the flavor. Thank you Mario and the amazing team for making our visit so fun!
we had such a great experience here!! we came because my step dad was raving about this place and he was right :)) the food and the atmosphere was so good and funnn. Our waitress Paola was super sweet and patient with our big group and they were very accommodating to us wanting to switch tables. Overall such a great experience and definitely will be coming again. 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I came here with my colleagues after a long day at work and we were so glad we did! We stumbled upon this nice restaurant that offers amazing bites — we ordered the ceviche and fresh guacamole with chips, and everything was delicious. Our server, Gizelle, was absolutely wonderful! She was super helpful when it came to choosing drinks and recommended the Mezcalito Tamarindo, which was perfect. Her friendly and welcoming attitude really made the experience even better. We’ll definitely be coming back again!
Had A Great Time For Dinner with my family. A great place for last min plans to have some dinner & Drinks!! Enjoyed the Steak Quesadilla that was recommended to me by the waitress aswell as the Chicken Cutlet Torta. Our waitress Gizelle was amazing very kind positive attitude & was always making sure everything was good at the table. Appreciated her hospitality very much will be visiting more often for sure. 10/10 Recommend you try!!!
Paola was amazing. I come here all the time but she really made it special. It’s always incredible - the rare undisturbed service in New York, good food, good service, good prices. My favorite spot
Our anniversary dinner at Caliente Cab after a Yankee’s game was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to our remarkable waiter, Jose! 😊 He went above and beyond with his exceptional customer service, making my husband and I feel so special from the moment we sat down. Jose’s attention to detail, warmth, and genuine care made our first experience at this restaurant one we’ll never forget. The food was delicious, but it was Jose who truly made the night magical. We’ll definitely be back—thank you Jose, for making our celebration so perfect! 🦋💕
Loved this place! The margaritas were delicious (best I've had in NYC), the food was amazing and the service we received from Alberto was a 10/10! Would definitely recommend and if I was living here, this place would be my local!
Went to this restaurant for my birthday and Paula was my server. She was super nice and sweet and always asked if we were okay and needed anything. Overall the service was 10/10. Would definitely come back!
We came for our son's birthday and the Service was amazing thanks to Jesus R. And the rest of the staff We were seated very fast food tastes. Great service was great. All in all great restaurants.
Marcella was amazing! Give her a raise! Checked on us frequently, never let the drinks run dry and very fun/kind. Will DEFINITELY be coming back for that service!
Armando is the best! A great waiter and so friendly. This is a great place for drinks and for birthday celebrations. There is a huge selection. I wish my strawberry daiquiri was a little sweeter but everything else was delish. I got the birria burrito, guac, and ceviche!
Miguel was our server, I love coming to Caliente Cab anytime I’m in the soho area and first time having brunch here it was amazing! Miguel was attendant gave recommendations and overall very nice. Thank you! See you next time 😊
This place is the BEST! Daniela is the greatest waitress ever, paying attention to your every need. Armando is also the best, helping us get everything we order. I couldn’t recommend this place enough!!
I love the vibe of this place! I’ve been here a few times with cousins and siblings, and it’s always a great time. Our server today was Marcela and she took great care of us! So attentive and friendly. The staff also made my cousin’s birthday extra special and sang happy birthday. Great food, great drinks, great vibes! 🎉
It was amazing value, such great family food with generous portions and loads of flavour, and honestly one of the best margaritas we’ve ever had perfectly balanced, fresh and dangerously easy to drink. We’d absolutely go back. Armando fabulous service thank you
This place is so welcoming and friendly. We sat at the bar with my mom. Jenia the bartender and the staff surprised her with a whole celebration for her birthday. It was so amazing !! Jenia makes the best passion fruit mojito you need to try !! Might become a regular. Also recommend the fajitas, delish with the steak and shrimp !!!
Caliente Cab was hands-down one of the best experiences I’ve had! Everything was seamless, professional, and so well done. The energy was incredible from start to finish, and the service was fast, friendly, and reliable thank to our girl Lucia. I was truly impressed by the level of care, efficiency, and overall vibe. It felt effortless and enjoyable, which is rare these days. I’ll definitely be using Caliente Cab again and recommending it to everyone I know. Top-tier service all around!
Jesus was the best server! It was a birthday celebration for my husband and he made it so special for us! The food was amazing and Jesus was extremely attentive and honestly made it so fun. We wished he could have joined our table haha.
I just had the most amazing dining experience thanks to our server, Gizelle! They were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we felt welcome and well taken care of. The food was delicious, but the service was what truly made the evening special. Gizelle was knowledgeable, efficient, and had a great sense of humor. She made sure our glasses were always full, If you're looking for top-notch service, ask for Gizelle! They truly deserve the recognition and will make your dining experience unforgettable.
The food was phenomenal! Paula was amazing, ask for her anytime! She’ll talk great care of you as she did us. Her recommendations were phenomenal!
Food is delicious, friendly servers. Drinks are nice and strong and tasty. Menu items and drinks are overpriced in my opinion but it is Greenwich so maybe that’s why. My only negative takeaway was that the music was off for a Friday evening, I expected more vibes, more upbeat music, it was standard radio music. I would recommend this restaurant but keep in mind it is pricey
The food and atmosphere was perfect for our birthday celebration. Lucia did an amazing job helping make sure we had a great experience too. She was very friendly and helpful, plus super attentive throughout. We will definitely be coming back and had such a great time!
Great food and drinks. The staff is super friendly and when me and my wife came in, it was very busy but somehow still got attended like it wasn’t. We sat at the bar and our bartender Jenia took very good care of us. If you guys are looking for a very good margarita and good, this is the place to go!
I went to dinner with my boyfriend and without a doubt it’s a 10/10 restaurant. My boyfriend ordered a burrito and I had a quesadilla, and both were delicious. We shared some nachos as well, which were also very tasty. The margaritas are amazing. Marcela took care of us, and honestly the service with her was excellent — very friendly and always attentive to make sure we didn’t need anything. We will definitely be back.
This was my first time visiting New York in 6 years and the first restaurant I visited was Caliente and Armando was my server and I had an amazing experience! It was my best friend’s 23rd birthday and we had the best dinner and night at Caliente! Food came super quick and the staff were super nice and accommodating!
I have been to Caliente Cab Co, many times over the years and it is my go to gor the best Mexican food. I love the atmosphere and the food is ALWAYS consistently amazing. Last night our server Lucia brought the experience to a new level. She was amazing!!! Very knowledgeable about the menu and had an extremely fun and friendly vibe to her. She really helped make the experience even more amazing than it usually is.
Wonderful place, great service, wonderful staff Armando our waiter was great, kind & generous. My Birthday experience was memorable, the humongous Margarita was splendid & strong & to top it all of they brought out churros platter with sparkler & bubbles. Just wow amazing I will visit every time I come back!
My waiter Jesus R got to as soon as I sat down. My food came quickly almost too hot to eat which was perfect. Drinks were strong and sweet. Music playing is nice but not too loud you can have a conversation. Everything was great! Guac is to die for get medium heat it’s perfect. Definitely coming back ! 👏🏽👏🏽
Lucia was amazing. She took the time to walk us through the menu, explained everything clearly, and made us feel completely comfortable with our choices. Her recommendations were spot on — honestly some of the best picks we could’ve made. You can tell she genuinely cares about giving a great experience. Highly recommend!
I absolutely LOVE caliente cab. Come here for every birthday celebration. All the servers and staff are amazing. We had Jesus today and he was great. Will keep coming back. Quality food and the gigante margaritas are a must
Best service and amazing food!! They have 30% off margaritas pitchers on thursday. My server Armando was so friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend
Come for the brunch!! Came to celebrate my friend’s birthday and Paula really took care of us! She was very attentive kind sweet and checked in. The food was incredible!!! We had the steak and it was tender and juicy. We also got the taco salad and gauc! They make fresh gauc and salsa! Service, food ambience 10/10 If you want authentic flavors come on in! Drinks are strong lol
Food was superbly prepared, customer service was AMAZING! Armondo was our server and he was very attentive and provided excellent customer service. We celebrated a birthday and every part of it was an experience to remember. Definitely recommend 10/10!!
My experience was amazing! The food was absolutely delicious, Marcela provided excellent service, everything will well priced, served intentionally so all was hot and the vibes kept coming. Will definitely be back!
My birthday dinner with my boyfriend was absolutely perfect! 🥂 The atmosphere was great, the food was amazing, and the whole night felt really special. A huge shoutout to our waiter, Jesus, who provided such excellent service. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for us throughout the night. He truly helped make my birthday celebration even more memorable. I’ll definitely be coming back!
This place is AMAZING. I came here on a Tuesday for my birthday and the server Armando greeted me with the biggest smile and he had such an amazing energy the whole time my mother and I were here. He spoke to my mother in Spanish which immediately put a smile on her face and mine too. The food was great, the drinks were amazing and a great size too, and I didn’t wait long at all for anything that I ordered. The staff surprised me with a dessert for my birthday and sang Happy Birthday to me and I got the cutest little video that I was not expecting thanks to them. If you want to have a good time, please come to Caliente Cab.
I had an excellent experience. The food was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. The service from Armando was top-tier; he was attentive, professional, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. I would definitely recommend and look forward to coming back.
What an amazing experience we has. Jesus is the man! He was on top of everything. When you think of good service, multiply it by 10 and you get Jesus! His name serves him well because he was top tier!! Oh yes, you came here to learn about the food lol So we had a table of 10. We ordered a Picadera, Flautas, Corn, Enchiladas, Wagyu Tacos, Chimichangas, Pina Coladas, and a prickly pear margarita on the rocks. We are leaving will FULL bellies and long lasting memories. The food was top tier, every bite, flavor to remember. It was my son's birthday and they brought out this wonderfully crunchy churro dish that was amazing tasty and coated in the perfect amount of chocolate syrup! My little guy ate the strawberries that came with it, as a picky eater, he was ecstatic. We had an amazing time with amazing food. 10/10. Thank you everyone! 💖 *There would have been a ton more photos, but the family was hungry! Also, there was super fast service!*
I came here with my boyfriend to have my birthday dinner. As soon as I walked in the vibes were amazing and was sat down immediately. I met both Lucía y Armando excellent customer service and great vibes overall. Both of them provided the best experience for my birthday and sang and brought me a birthday dessert. I felt very grateful and blessed that they sang to me and made me feel welcome and cared for here at this restaurant. From drinks, food, music and dessert 10/10!!!!! I highly recommend coming here if you would to eat authentic Mexican food with amazing people who will take care of you here THANK YOU ARMANDO AND LUCIA!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷
This was my first time coming here and it is now 1 of my favorite places now. The restaurant was beautiful and cozy. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Armando was top notch! He made us feel like we were family and took good care of us! The food and drinks was freshly made and delicious!
We had a wonderful experience being served by Marcela at Caliente Cab. Beautiful outdoor seating with delicious food! I recommend the guacamole and ceviche for starters. We ordered a margarita flight and a bandera flight and I would highly recommend the watermelon frozen margarita! Marcela was attentive and the food came quickly after being ordered. The one thing I would say is that the bathrooms are smelly, but overall such a lovely restaurant and I highly recommend if you’re in the area!
We had a great experience! The service was excellent and our waiter, Armando, was fantastic—attentive, friendly, and made us feel right at home (he was also very charismatic). Jesus, who was helping take our dishes away once we were done with our food was also very kind and respectful. My sister and I shared the mixed appetizer, which was perfect for two and really tasty. The drinks were also well-made and hit the spot. Definitely recommend and would come back again!
Hit up Caliente Cab via me and bestie we’re in the mood for some Mexican and ended being transported there. The food and taste itself were super authentic, refreshing and filling! Just wanted to add for my drinkers that you’re better off getting the large version of any drink rather than the small, the large is like getting 4 smalls and it’s just a better value overall. My best friend got the Watermelon 🍉 Mezcalita (she’s a huge Mezcal fan), the Piña Colada, the Quesabirria (I didn’t get to ask her to describe it for me but TRUST that plate was clean, not a crumb left!) and street corn. I got their sparkling wine and the taco special (with duck!) while we split the guacamole (we only got a single which honestly was more than enough with all the other food we had) 🥑 Enjoy my tipsy notes below lol 😂 Watermelon Mezcalita 🍉 -super fresh watermelon -nice smoke level -tasted like real watermelon -recommend getting the large Piña Colada 🍍🥥 -real coconut -nice cream consistency -more coconutty than expected but in a good way -FRESH Sparkling Wine 🥂 -wonderfully balanced -very fresh and uplifting flavors Guacamole 🥑 -chips were crispy and beautifully salted -the guac was so fresh, the lime was present in a beautiful way and the medium spice level was perfect not overly spice but still with a good kick Salsa 💃🏾 -so good, perfect balance of tomato and chile flavors -addictive! -the way the spice lingers on the tongue is delectable Taco Special 🦆 -came with two different sauces and they were SO good, the red salsa was smoky and tangy at the same time -the duck MELTS IN your mouth, so well seasoned! -the brown sauce was nice, sweet and a perfect way to cut that spice Street Corn 🌽 -comes with spicy mayo -Bestie loves that it was on a stick and corn on the cob -got 2, so good value! -fresh and right off the grill -perfect amount of cheese All in all, a perfect way to end our night with stuffed bellies and high spirits ✨
While on vacation in New York, my sons and I visited Caliente Cab Mexican Restaurant, and we had a fantastic experience. The service was excellent—the staff were all very efficient and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The food was delicious and definitely worth the price. I want to give a special mention to Jesus, who was truly exceptional in his service. He went above and beyond to make our meal memorable. I highly recommend Caliente Cab to anyone looking for great Mexican food and outstanding hospitality in New York!
I came here with my family members and it was so good. Very family friendly, and provided kind services for babies too. For appetizers, we got the chips and guacamole, as well as the ceviche. The guac was a bit bland, I wish there was a bit more going there but it was yummy. We asked them to make it spicy but it wasn’t in the slightest, the ceviche was SO GOOD. I absolutely loved it and so did everyone else. We got three tacos, the mahi mahi, the Baja fish taco, and the carne asada. My favorite was the mahi mahi, It was so flavorful and delectable. The Baja was light and airy. My least favorite was the carne asada, it was good but not great. We also got the Chicken poblano enchiladas. I personally liked it. I wish it was more spicy and it only came with a little bit of pico de gallo. The atmosphere was incredible, it felt very alive yet cozy. Overall it was a great place to eat out, and for the amount we ordered the price was pretty solid.
Armando is literally the goat. he made tonight the best night ever. with out him the night wouldn't have been as fun as it was. we will return asap
I love the vibe here. It feels like a bar at the beach, and the music is excellent. frozen drinks are big and tasty, and the chips and salsa keep me going. I've had the food and it's more than re…
I love the vibe here. It feels like a bar at the beach, and the music is excellent. Frozen drinks are big and tasty, and the chips and salsa keep me going. I've had the food and it's more than resp…
I love the vibe here. It feels like a bar at the beach, and the music is excellent. Frozen drinks are big and tasty, and the chips and salsa keep me going. I've had the food and it's more than resp…
This made the list of places to eat during our weekend birthday celebration in Manhattan. The food was great. service was top notch.\nThey made it extra special for our daughter's birthday. The who…
I will never not be here on Thursday for their large margarita happy hour, the best service, love the ambiance and at this point my friends and I are usuals so they treat us like family LOL. I will…
One of my go to spots when in the City. We get chips with salsa and guac, which I can never seem to get a picture of because we tend to dig in as soon as it comes. We always get the Picadera Platte…
considering this is the city- the DRINKS are pricey. the food is well priced out but the drinks is what makes it pricey. but I went here for my birthday this weekend and GISSELL took major care of …
This is my go to spot every Thursday. The food is amazingly good. I love the Miami vice drink. chips and guac is toooooo good. Service is always great. Love the ambiance.
i hadnt been to Caliente Cab for about a year, but when I came in I saw my old waiter Jesus. Jesus is just a great guy. He welcomed us like we were family and our dining experience was way above av…
We visited NYC from London and had such a great time here! The steak burrito was incredible, service was great and the interior decor was lovely. We were served by Jesus who was very helpful and …
We visited NYC from London and had such a great time here! The steak burrito was incredible, service was great and the interior decor was lovely. We were served by Jesus who was very helpful and to…
They give me a good appetizer and great nachos ! It was my birthday and Jesus R surprised me with a dessert, it was so unexpected & very much appreciated. Jesus R was a great server and made my mea…
The service here was outstanding. The food was really good. I loved my chicken quesadilla. Nice atmosphere. Reasonable prices.
The service here was outstanding. The food was really good. I loved my chicken quesadilla. Nice atmosphere. Reasonable prices.
The service and atmosphere was great. The food portions were legit but my food had no seasoning whatsoever. And for Mexican food that is not normal. I had the mixed fajitas and there was literally no seasoning including no salt. The drinks were a little in the light side for the price...meaning no alcohol. I would try it again given the atmosphere...maybe idly was just a bad night for the food.
We were first and foremost grateful for finding this restaurant because it was quite difficult for an unprepared tourist without a reservation to find a spot to eat in the neighbourhood. This place is big so we only had to wait for about 10 minutes for a turnover in our favour. The food itself was extremely generous to say the least but I need to just get used to this fact of life in the US and accept I will never finish a meal with my puny European appetite. We tried a mix of different things and they were all very satisfying. If I had to complain about anything, I would say there was little to no fish in the Ceviche as it was mostly made up of seafood and I was a little surprised at the lack of spice in the dishes. That can easily be fixed by readily available hot sauces but it shows the dishes were adapted for a more international audience. My final tip is that the sizes of cocktails come in 3 options: 1. Too small 2. Too big 3. Animal feeding trough (sharing portion)
4.5 starts if I could rate half a star. Overall great experience. It’s perfect for celebrating birthdays for a big group. Our party was 12 people and we were a ruckus but the service was great. Jesus, our server was great! Great place to celebrate birthday with a rowdy crowd.
Drinks were delicious. Giant Frozen Passion fruit Margaritas I had (3) lol. Food was also delicious. Atmosphere is amazing upbeat. Lucila our server phenomenal. Will be coming back
I’ve been here before and was genuinely excited to return. Unfortunately, I don’t think I’ll be back. For a Mexican restaurant, the food was astonishingly bland — I’ve had more flavor licking cement off the sidewalk. Honestly, ice was spicier than the meal they served. That said, I did appreciate the staff. It was Christmas, and they were dressed in cute little Santa outfits, occasionally even cracking a smile, which was nice to see. The brunch margaritas tasted unmistakably like Windex, so I suppose it’s good to know their cleaning products are being put to use. Times are tough, after all — the economy is rough. I ordered a breakfast contraption that was completely fried and large enough to feed a family of four. I hope they’d eaten beforehand, because despite its size, it was deeply unsatisfying. I’d only recommend coming here if you order a margarita with a salted rim — that way, at least some flavor might make its way onto your food. I know this review is harsh, but I truly wish everyone there a happy holiday.
Our waiter said no substitutions permitted...I had asked for a different condiment (pico for my taco)..he said the kitchen will not do that...strange as condiments are all in little cups on the sid…
Good was ok. Nothing special. tacos were dry even with guac and sour cream. Found it bland. Service was great though.
I remember coming here many years ago when they actually had a taxi can outside of the restaurant with a bright yellow signage, I particularly didn't enjoy myself then and today was the very same, th…
Came here after seeing a play. The chips were wonderful!! I don’t like guac but my dad enjoyed it. The salsa was good and had a kick. I went with the birria special but wasn’t pleased with it. I wish I got the taco or quesadilla instead. It was overwhelming with flavor and the refried beans made the burrito a bit mushy. There was not enough consume for me. My dad enjoyed the mahi mahi tacos. Got the churros for dessert and they weren’t that great. I only ate one and my dad took a bite but we didn’t like it. It was a bit over fried and the chocolate sauce had a different flavor. Service was okay. The bathrooms were downstairs
For the most part, over-salted and precooked commercialized Mexican fare. Watch your check as they’ll add your tip for a table of 3 or 4, then the handheld terminal will hit you with another “over the top” tip where they ask you to tip on top of the tip they already snuck in. No good.
It was fine for what it was. Not my favorite Mexican food but everything was good; nothing to complain about. The guacamole was great and very tasty. The service was fine but the lighting inside wa…
It was fine for what it was. Not my favorite mexican food but everything was good; nothing to complain about. The guacamole was great and very tasty. The service was fine but the lighting inside …
The food was amazing! We had the Al pastor tacos..the wagyu tacos and the calamari..the drinks were terrible and extremely overpriced! Too expensive for watered down juice..the service was pretty g…
The food was amazing! We had the al pastor tacos..the wagyu tacos and the calamari..the drinks were terrible and extremely overpriced! Too expensive for watered down juice..the service wa…
The food was amazing! We had the Al pastor tacos..the wagyu tacos and the calamari..the drinks were terrible and extremely overpriced! Too expensive for watered down juice..the service was pretty…
The food was amazing! We had the Al pastor tacos..the wagyu tacos and the calamari..the drinks were terrible and extremely overpriced! Too expensive for watered down juice..the service was pretty…
The food was amazing! We had the al pastor tacos..the wagyu tacos and the calamari..the drinks were terrible and extremely overpriced! Too expensive for watered down juice..the service was pr…
We came here for a lowkey date night on a Friday, it was okay overall! They have a very large menu with lots of food options that are well priced, and plenty of margarita flavors. I definitely woul…
We came here for a lowkey date night on a Friday, it was okay overall! They have a very large menu with lots of food options that are well priced, and plenty of margarita flavors. I definitely woul…
We came here for a lowkey date night on a Friday, it was okay overall! They have a very large menu with lots of food options that are well priced, and plenty of margarita flavors. I definitely woul…
We came here for a lowkey date night on a Friday, it was okay overall! They have a very large menu with lots of food options that are well priced, and plenty of margarita flavors. I definitely woul…
The food is good but it was not a pleasant experience because they blast the music. We stressed to have a conversation while having our meal. The background music belongs in the background. It should…
The food is good but it was not a pleasant experience because they blast the music. We stressed to have a conversation while having our meal. The background music belongs in the background. It sh…
The food is good but it was not a pleasant experience because they blast the music. We stressed to have a conversation while having our meal. The background music belongs in the background. It shou…
Nice music and vibe. Has a relatively small menu but with good options. It has a nice small cozy vibe with outdoor seating.
Nice music and vibe. Has a relatively small menu but with good options. It has a nice small cozy vibe with outdoor seating.
Nice music and vibe. Has a relatively small menu but with good options. It has a nice small cozy vibe with outdoor seating.
Food was good, however, they took away our food without it being finished/asking if we were done. They never refilled our waters. They rushed us out of our table because there was a bigger party (we had reservations). The waitress was also very pushy with food even though we hadn't decided yet. The place also added a 20% tip without telling us when in actuality the service deserved no tip for how they treated us. I'm only giving them more than one star because I thought the food and drinks were decent.
I have been to this place a couple times back in the 90’s, when it was pretty good. But I recently visited this location and thought to myself, was this place always this bad? Or was I too young before to know what good food and drinks were? I went here with a few girlfriends for a celebration. There were 10 of us. We did have a reservation and were seated quickly. This is a place the is a party vibe, so they sing and dance, light sparklers, and its loud! Not exactly the place I’d go to on a date to talk and get to know someone but great for a celebration, as far as atmosphere goes. They offer their drinks in a small and a large size. I ordered a large size. I was full from the volume of the drink way before I was buzzed. Now that I think of it, I can’t even say I was buzzed. So I feel like they were a little light on the alcohol and banked on the fact that the drink was so large you would “think” you were drunk. Like when you give your grandma a “rum & coke”, but it’s 24 cubes of ice, then fill the cup 9/10th full of coke and add two drops of rum. Our waiter came relatively quickly, considering how busy it was. I ordered a chicken chimichanga. When the food came out, it was lukewarm at best. It wasn’t flavorful AT ALL! It was VERY salty, and I like salt! I only made it through half! Ok not even half…I just moved the food around the plate. The rice was hard (I’m Hispanic so yes I’m an authority on rice and this wasn’t it!). And the refried beans would have been better if they came from a can! Yuck! We had chips and guacamole too and I’ve had better guac from a food truck (no offense food trucks! Some of you guys have amazing food…but a brick and mortar should have more resources than a food truck does). Our waiter did the best he could, considering the amount of tables he had to cover….poor guy. We split the bill evenly and we each spent $67. I was still hungry and had to make a stop on my way home for a small bite. I would NOT recommend the food or the drinks here. There are other places all around the city (and yes even food trucks) that are so much better. Skip Caliente Cab!
I have very mixed feelings about my experience at Caliente Cab. The food was actually good, and the pricing was very reasonable — $24 for a full brunch meal with an alcoholic drink on the weekend is a great deal. The flavors were solid and I genuinely liked the overall vibe of the place. However, the service was deeply disappointing. When we first arrived, it took an unusually long time for a server to come to our table. We had to call out multiple times just to get someone’s attention, while other tables around us were attended to immediately. It already felt like we were being overlooked from the start. Then, at the end of our meal — even though my friend had not finished her drink — the staff came to our table and began rushing us to leave. They approached us multiple times (at least three) to pressure us to wrap up. Meanwhile, the table next to us, who had arrived before us, was not rushed at all. Two other nearby tables were also allowed to stay without interruption. The inconsistency is what made it uncomfortable. We were the only ones repeatedly hurried and overlooked. As Asian customers, it’s difficult not to question whether we were being treated differently. I cannot say for certain what the reason was, but the pattern of being ignored at the beginning and rushed out at the end did not feel right. It’s disappointing because the food and pricing are genuinely good. I liked the atmosphere, and I would have considered coming back. But hospitality matters just as much as the food, and this experience makes me hesitant to return.
Food was so bland omg… I couldn’t believe it… my partner got the palle without the pork sausage (which is a positive because some places don’t let you take out ) and I got a chicken taco salad. Both my partner and I was in need of flavor taste so awful. The guac and chips was good though. The drinks was trash. Juice. Got two order of the flight. The waitress recommended the Smokey 4 drink set and it was gross. I asked her and she said it be good but honestly it didn’t give tasty at all. The waitress did accommodate and replace the 4 and give me without Smokey flavor much better Waitress was okay. We had to wait to be seated so many seats inside. The place was decent but bathrooms was kind of dirty. I was shocked just thought it be good Better off going to chipotle at least you know what you’re getting. Bill was over $100 dollars without tax or tip
We were seated for 20 minutes without service. Told the host and he assigned us a waiter. The waiter had a terrible attitude problem. Had to keep having to get up to get his attention. Th…
Ate here today out of desperation because we were starving and brunch places were closing. You could make better nachos at home. Seriously bland as F and the “beans” are just a smear of refried b…
I’ve eaten here once when a friend insisted because it wasn’t crowded and she wanted to sit down right SU. Food is gross. Ted med at its worst and the place isn’t clean either. I live in the area a…
We visited for the first time with a reservation to try the weekend brunch, from an hour train ride away. I ordered the breakfast bowl completo and the margarita brunch special. The margarita was strong and large. My meal when it arrived a while later ended up including toppings (layered warm greens) that the menu didn’t list that unfortunately ruined the dish for me, and wasn’t a welcome surprise. I never complain, but I hoped the waiter would come by soon to hopefully help figure something else out. The waiter didn’t come by again for a long time - until my partner was finished eating already. When the waiter came by, I shyly let him know that the menu didn’t list the salad ingredients they included in the dish. The waiter asked, “did you just want the chicken or what? It always includes spinach.” The dish doesn’t even include chicken at all which was a weird comment for him to make. I told him it had plenty of toppings listed already that I was fine with, and that the menu should list the greens. He said he would get his manager. He came back several minutes later to bring me back the brunch menu saying, “The bowl includes spinach, see?” I looked at the menu again, and asked him “I don’t see it. Where does it say that?” He studied the menu again for several seconds, and I asked, “am I crazy?” Finally he said, “no, you’re right” and walked away with the menu. About 10 minutes later he returned and said that the dish always includes greens but no one ever complains. I told him that the menu should be updated, and he said that he never works the morning shift (then how would he know if anyone ever complains?) which was still irrelevant to the issue at hand. I told him that the issue wasn’t his fault, but that I didn’t like being made to feel bad about an issue that wasn’t my fault. He apologized and asked if I wanted to order anything else instead, but I told him that I felt it was kinda too late to put in and wait again for another order as we’d been there for a long time already, my partner had now been finished with his dish for a good while, and we’d both finished our huge drinks even. He insisted i should order the steak ranchero dish, and I told him that I had seen the brunch menu, and I really only wanted the dish as it was listed but it really was too late now (well over an hour at this point), and I just wanted to leave, as I was overwhelmed by the back-and-forth I never wanted. He walked away and after 10 more minutes of waiting, I decided to step outside and wait for my partner to pay while I figured out where to get lunch. My partner calls me 10 minutes later while I’m down the block saying they offered him 2 free shots. I told him to take them as I didn’t feel like returning. He ended up paying full price and full tip for the order, and the manager never spoke to us. It was a cheap brunch, so whatever, but the service was so frustrating and oppositional, we’ll never return.
The drinks were delicious the food terrible. Great people-watching location if seated outdoors!! Be warned if you were a long time customer… it is not the Caliente Cab of the past. The food menu lacks creativity and is now only commercialized cliched “Mexican cuisine” offerings. If you must go there, get the large sized la esposa loca cocktail. No recommendation on the food as it was all terrible for the 6 guests at our table.
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