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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   John

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 6, 2025

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

   Sunday Drag Brunch was excellent. So Fun. Food and service was great, too.
   

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   NIKITAS VIP

   New York City114 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 31, 2025

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

   We enjoyed everything about our visit to Fresco’s Grand Catina. The dishes were beautifully presented, the atmosphere was lively yet relaxing, and the service was top-notch. A complete experience!
   

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   AlanR

   New York City5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 23, 2025

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

   As always the food and drinks and service was amazing. The drag brunch talent is unequaled. I did have one question which never got resolved. I ordered a side salad. When it arrived there was no salad dressing on it. I asked for dressing as the salad was dry. A waiter said “ it’s an extra charge.” I thought what? I didnt ask for extra dressing . I only asked for dressing which I never got. I was with friends so I quietly asked why? I didnt get any dressing. The waiter came back with the dressing and never answered my question. I was treated to brunch so I never saw if I was charged nor how much. The waitress we had was amazing so I didn’t want to make an issue. The only thing ever to happen at a perfect restaurant that I go to a lot.
   

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   Kevin

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 16, 2025

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

   I love everyone at Frescos and I love Catrina Lovelace!
   

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   GL17 VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 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 February 23, 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 February 22, 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 February 16, 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 January 19, 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 January 10, 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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