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Mexico 2000 Restaurant
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Mexico 2000 Restaurant
7.8
Mexico 2000 is a lively cantina-style spot where big plates of tacos, birria, and quesadillas meet strong margaritas and frequent drink specials. It’s the kind of place where you can stretch a budget, linger on the back patio, and still get a full sit-down Mexican meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Chicken quesadilla, Chips with guacamole
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Huge portions, strong margaritas, and late-night-friendly pricing.
Who should go: Groups seeking casual Mexican, drinks, and lots of food.
When to visit: Evenings for happy hour or weekend nights on the patio.
What to order: Birria tacos, chicken quesadilla, chips with fresh guacamole.
Insider tip: Check weekday drink specials; pairing margaritas with birria keeps costs low.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; very competitive after 6pm. Expect to circle or use nearby paid lots.
Dress code: Casual and relaxed — jeans, sneakers, and going-out tops all fit right in.
Noise level: Loud during peak hours — energetic bar chatter and music make quiet conversation tough.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes after 7pm without a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or under 10 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — veggie tacos, cheese quesadillas, rice and bean plates, and sides work well.
Vegan options: Limited — can build tacos with beans, rice, guacamole, and vegetables if you ask.
Gluten-free options: Yes — corn tortilla tacos and many plate dishes are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contact is possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a casual, fun first meetup than a romantic one — it’s lively, affordable, and low-pressure but not intimate.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, especially on weekdays or early evenings, but weekend nights often come with a wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Early evenings are fine for kids, but the bar crowd and volume make it more adult-leaning later at night.
Best For
Better for: Big portions, strong margaritas, and stretching your dollar for a full sit-down Mexican meal with drinks.
Skip if: You want elevated tacos, quiet conversation, or cocktail-centric Mexican dining.
Mexico 2000 Restaurant
8.5
Mexico 2000 is a lively, late-night cantina in South Williamsburg where big platters, strong margaritas, and a long taco list come in at surprisingly friendly prices. Regulars treat it as a casual all-purpose hangout for pastor tacos, seafood plates, and long group meals that rarely break the budget.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pastor tacos with cilantro and onion, Carnitas tacos, Seafood sopa de mariscos
Scores:
Value: 9.2
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Huge taco platters, late hours, and strong margaritas.
Who should go: Groups wanting lots of tacos and drinks cheap.
When to visit: Evenings for happy hour or late-night taco runs.
What to order: Pastor tacos, carnitas tacos, seafood soup.
Insider tip: Look for taco-and-margarita combo deals on weeknights.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; very limited after 6pm, rideshare strongly recommended on weekends.
Dress code: Casual and relaxed — jeans, sneakers, and going-out outfits all fit right in.
Noise level: Loud and energetic — conversation is possible but expect to raise your voice during peak hours.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, especially after 8pm
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait most days
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — veggie tacos, cheese quesadillas, rice and beans, and some seafood-free plates
Vegan options: Limited — possible with bean, rice, veggie tacos if you skip cheese and sour cream
Gluten-free options: Most tacos are naturally gluten-free on corn tortillas; confirm fryer and cross-contact
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a casual, fun first date than a romantic one — it’s lively, affordable, and great for breaking the ice over margaritas, but not quiet or intimate.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, most nights are walk-in friendly, but weekends after 8pm usually mean a short wait unless you arrive early.
Is it kid-friendly? Early evenings work for families, but late nights skew adult with louder music and bar energy.
Best For
Better for: Big groups, late-night tacos, strong margaritas, and stretching a budget while ordering a lot of food
Skip if: You want refined tacos, a quiet vibe, or a more date-focused, intimate dining experience
Mexico 2000 Restaurant
8.1
Spun out from a longtime neighborhood bodega, Mexico 2000’s full restaurant on Broadway runs long hours with big plates, backyard seating, and happy hour margaritas that draw both locals and destination groups. It’s where families, birthday crews, and coworkers converge for fajitas, birria tacos, and oversized tamarind margaritas without leaving the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria Tacos, Fajitas, Enchiladas Poblanas
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Family-run cantina with a backyard patio, big-portion plates, and nightly margarita-driven happy hours.
Who should go: Groups wanting lively Mexican, big drinks, and patio seating.
When to visit: Evenings 5–8pm for discounted margaritas before it gets loud.
What to order: Birria tacos, steak or shrimp fajitas, enchiladas poblanas with mole.
Insider tip: Ask about birria tacos even if you don’t see them on the printed menu; regulars order them anyway.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited during evenings. Expect to circle after 6pm—rideshare is often easier for groups.
Dress code: Casual to smart-casual. Jeans, sneakers, and relaxed night-out outfits all fit right in.
Noise level: Loud during peak hours—conversation is possible but spirited, especially on weekends and in the backyard.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, faster if you arrive right at opening
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or under 10 minutes
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — veggie tacos, enchiladas, rice-and-beans plates, and customizable fajitas.
Vegan options: Limited — doable with modifications (beans, rice, grilled veggies, no cheese or crema).
Gluten-free options: Mostly yes — corn tortillas, fajitas without flour tortillas, and rice-based plates are safe picks.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a relaxed, energetic first date than an intimate one—it's lively, social, and great if you want shared plates and margaritas to break the ice.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, especially on weekdays and earlier evenings. For weekend nights with groups, arriving before 6pm dramatically improves your odds.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—families come regularly. The menu has familiar items for kids, and early evenings are the calmest window for family dining.
Best For
Better for: Big groups, birthday dinners, and patio-heavy margarita nights where energy and portion size matter more than polish.
Skip if: You want a quiet, upscale Mexican dinner or a tightly curated cocktail program—this is about volume, fun, and crowd energy.