Mexicocina Mezcaleria
Mott Haven-Port Morris, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Mexicocina Mezcaleria is a casual South Bronx Mexican taqueria that makes the most sense for an easy meal, solo stop, or takeout order. At about $20 per person, the value is strongest when ordering beef birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo rather than looking for a tasting-menu experience.
About Mexicocina Mezcaleria
Mexicocina Mezcaleria is a casual New York City option for an authentic Mexican taqueria meal. The basics are direct: casual dress, a listed price of $20 per person, and daily hours that start at 9 AM and run into the evening.
The clearest order guidance comes from the signature dishes: beef birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo. For a first visit, those items are the most grounded way to understand the meal. For a repeat visit, they remain the confirmed dishes to keep in mind when planning what to order.
Order around the taqueria staples
This is best approached as a casual taqueria meal rather than a formal dining plan. The cuisine is authentic Mexican taqueria, and the most useful ordering information is the short list of signature dishes: beef birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo.
For a first visit, keep the table centered on those dishes. Birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo are the confirmed anchors. The appeal is practical: casual dress, approachable pricing, and a menu identity that is easy to understand.
Who should choose it, and who should skip it
Choose Mexicocina Mezcaleria when casual dress, authentic Mexican taqueria cooking, and approachable pricing matter. The value case is clear: this is a New York City meal listed at about $20 per person, with specific signature dishes worth targeting rather than a venue that needs awards or chef credentials to explain the spend.
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The practical verdict: go for a casual Mexican taqueria meal, keep the order centered on birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo, and use the posted hours to plan the timing. It earns its place as an easy New York City pick for direct, casual dining.
Planning details
- Location
- 503 Jackson Ave, Bronx, NY 10455
- Website
- mexicocinanyc.com
- Phone
- +13474981055
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mexicosina reads like a neighborhood anchor in the South Bronx: community-rooted, regional and unpretentious. The menu and approach align with long-standing Poblano and Mixtec traditions along the Third Avenue corridor, favoring direct, hearty preparations over Manhattan-style destination dining. It presents as a local, family-oriented operation rather than a curated fine-dining room, which makes the atmosphere warm and authentic in a low-key way. Regulars and neighbors are clearly the primary audience, so you should expect honest, flavour-forward plates and a convivial, workaday energy rather than fuss or formality.
Best For
This is a spot built for everyday neighborhood meals—ideal for casual hangouts and family dinners. The food’s regional focus and accessible pricing make it a sensible choice for groups looking for reliable, traditional Mexican plates without the pretense of tasting-menu service. Whether you come for an easy weekday lunch, an informal dinner with relatives, or a relaxed weekend visit, the kitchen leans into stout stews, hand-made tortillas and tacos that travel well across the table. It’s not designed as a destination splurge so much as a dependable community resource.
Ordering Tips
Start with the signature items: Beef Birria Tacos with Soup, Huaraches Con Carne and the Guacamole Rojo are highlighted preparations that convey the kitchen’s strengths. Beyond the standouts, look for regional specialties referenced in the description—mole negro from Oaxaca and chile-forward stews from Puebla—and dishes built around hand-patted tortillas. Those selections will give the clearest sense of the restaurant’s Poblano and Mixtec influences and the direct, flavour-forward cooking that defines this South Bronx tradition.
Venue details
Ambiance
Quaint and cozy dining experience with a welcoming, festive atmosphere.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Beef Birria Tacos with Soup
- Huaraches Con Carne
- Guacamole Rojo
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Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 503 Jackson Ave, Bronx, NY 10455
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mexicocina Mezcaleria worth the price?
Yes, if you want a casual New York City taqueria meal, since the listed price is about $20 per person. The value case is strongest when you want authentic Mexican taqueria cooking without building the plan around a formal dining experience.
Is Mexicocina Mezcaleria good for solo dining?
The details point to a casual authentic Mexican taqueria with a listed price of about $20 per person. Use those basics, along with the posted hours, to decide whether it fits the kind of meal you want.
Is there a tasting menu at Mexicocina Mezcaleria?
A tasting menu is not part of the information for Mexicocina Mezcaleria. The confirmed positioning is an authentic Mexican taqueria, with a listed price of about $20 per person and signature dishes including beef birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo.
What should I order at Mexicocina Mezcaleria?
Order the signature dishes: beef birria tacos with soup, huaraches con carne, and guacamole rojo. Those items are the clearest grounded guide to the meal and fit the venue’s authentic Mexican taqueria identity.
What are the hours at Mexicocina Mezcaleria?
Mexicocina Mezcaleria is listed as open Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 11 PM, Friday and Saturday from 9 AM to 11:45 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM to 11 PM. Check the current schedule before making a time-sensitive trip.
What are alternatives to Mexicocina Mezcaleria in New York City?
If you want a similar casual meal, compare it with other New York City dining options based on convenience, price, and the type of Mexican food you want. Mexicocina Mezcaleria’s strengths are its authentic Mexican taqueria identity, casual dress code, and roughly $20-per-person price.
Is Mexicocina Mezcaleria good for a special occasion?
It is better framed as a casual taqueria meal than as a formal special-occasion restaurant. The details point to casual dress, authentic Mexican taqueria cooking, and approachable pricing, so choose it when the occasion fits that style.
