Adam Jaffer

Hidden gem of Park Slope for authentic Mexican cuisine, not to mention the best margaritas in the neighborhood. Carlos / Esteban are awesome bartenders. Love the open kitchen; these chefs know what they are doing. The vibe is great whether you are with a group for dinner, or at the bar for happy hour. Definitely check this place out if you haven’t been!

Paige Paschall

This review is about a month delayed, but I had brunch here at the bar with a couple of girlfriends and was truly blown away by the attentiveness of the staff. The third member of our party arrived much later — after my friend and I had already begun eating our meals (possibly even after we’d already finished, or were near finished…) We ordered for her at the same time we ordered our food, though, and without even having to ask or say anything, the staff carefully waited and watched for her to arrive so that they could promptly serve her her meal once she was seated. They had clearly been keeping it warm for her in the kitchen. I ordered the vegan version of their Gorditas De Hongos, which was phenomenal. (FYI this is only an appetizer; Chela does currently offer one vegan brunch entree option, though: the Vegetarian Enchiladas, sans dairy.) My non-vegan friends, both of whom are Mexican, loved their dishes as well. We stayed for a couple of drinks after our meal, so ended up being there for a good while — at least a couple of hours. Every single one of the bartenders and waitstaff who served us and who we otherwise interacted with were abundantly kind/warm, friendly, and professional. I’d been here just once before this, earlier this year, that time just for drinks, but had a great experience then, too. The margaritas are super tasty, and there’s lots of flavors to choose from. 10/10 recommend Chela for any occasion and any time of day! Can just about guarantee you will be well taken care of and have a great time. Salud :)

Jaclyn Markowitz

Such a great meal. The staff were wonderful. Brett, the manager went above and beyond to help us make sure we ordered all the right things. I will definitely be coming back to dine here, the next time I’m in Lancaster.

Samuel Maura

Excellent spot and amazing service. The food is incredible. The GM, Alexandra & Ezekiel are incredible. Ask for them if you stop by

+1

Dominique Dowd

Simply amazing!! The best huevos rancheros I have EVER had. Took my folks here for brunch and we were all impressed with the food & drinks.

Thomas Murtagh

Overall one of my favorite Mexican spots in the area. Great drinks and the food hits the spot. The service is incredibly fast so I definitely recommend spacing out your order to enjoy your time there.

Omar

From start to finish, everything was full of flavor and made with care. I started with the wings crispy, perfectly cooked, and covered in a sweet and smoky glaze that’s seriously addictive. Then I had the Tacos Árabes and the Brisket taco both were packed with bold, delicious flavors that felt like comfort food elevated to the next level. To drink, I ordered the Mezcal Paloma, which was refreshing with just the right amount of smokiness. It paired perfectly with the meal. The vibe was welcoming, the service was great, and you can really taste the love in every bite. Highly recommend if you’re in Brooklyn and craving amazing Mexican food. I’ll definitely be back!

Amanda Rozea

Went here on a date with my husband. The drinks amazing. This place was absolutely beautiful and the service and food was great. Our server Daniel was awesome. Food amazing will definitely return hopefully with more family and friends.

+2

Aylin Sanchez

I must say, this place has one of the best palomas I've tried among other Mexican restaurants! Their enchiladas suizas were rich in flavor and came close to homemade enchiladas, along with their side dish of arroz y frijoles. The sauce was creamy. The staff was very attentive and super friendly. I will definitely be visiting again to have another paloma :D

Bhakti Dalvi

Spacious with nice decor. Got the guac, it was fresh but taste was average. Chips were good. Also got the chicken, fish and shrimp tacos. Each tasted different and nice, I liked the fish one more. Also got the chicken enchiladas, quantity and taste both were good. The churros at the end were very fresh and crispy. I would have preferred having a chocolate dip instead of it poured on it. A good stop overall.

+3

Great vibes here for happy hour! $10 tacos and margaritas. The wait staff are super friendly and attentive. This spot has plenty of seating for happy hour, but is absolutely packed during dinner time. LOVE that they serve house fried warm tortilla chips with salsa as you peruse the menu. The fish tacos here were super crispy, but the pickled onions were a bit on the sour side, and the cream was a lot for the small amount of fish. In general, portions are definitely on the smaller side.

Tina Guzman

We had a very nice time here and the staff was lovely. The food and drinks were just ok. Maybe we will try it again someday.

Bianca R

Taco Tuesday gets you three tacos for a good price! We didn’t quite like the chorizo and potato one but the brisket one was really good. Enchiladas suizas was good, big plate, almost enough for two! Churros were also very good. Overall great experience, could come back for more drinks and trying out other dishes.

The quality has definitely gone downhill over the years. Used to love the fish tacos in the initial few years they opened but they’ve changed. I can’t keep track any more of what’s good here food-wise. Margaritas are still very good!

TL B

We loved the atmosphere of this beautiful little Mexican restaurant. The colors and textures of the decor are appealing and lift the spirit as do the simple touches added. Drinks are great and the bartender is friendly and accommodating. No backyard but a few tables on the street with the front of the restaurant open for fresh air dining. However as a vegan this place is lacking. The menu has many vegetarian options but not one meal designed for a vegan. Yes it’s easy to omit the crema and queso but then the meal is lacking the creamy texture and flavor it was designed to showcase. If you’re feeling creative you could make it work. We enjoyed our drinks and left in search of backyard dining with vegan choices.

D P

Not good. We got the taco platter, corn, and steak quesadilla. The food arrived ice cold. Guac and corn are the only items remotely edible. Such a bummer especially for the price. .50 cents for a thimble of sour cream.