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Refried Beans Mexican Grill
$$$ · Mexican

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Best Late Night Mexican in Washington Heights

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Refried Beans Mexican Grill 8.6
Washington Heights (North)
Refried Beans is a full-service Mexican restaurant in Hudson Heights known for fajitas, chimichangas, and a large tequila-driven cocktail list, backed by more than a thousand reviews across multiple platforms. It leans more polished than the average neighborhood spot, with happy hour, brunch, and late hours on weekends making it a reliable sit-down option for tacos and margaritas after 10pm.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken and Steak Fajitas, Chimichanga, Carne Asada Burrito
Scores:
Value: 6.8 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.7 Food Quality: 8.8 Atmosphere: 8 Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: A cocktail-friendly Mexican spot with high-volume validation and late weekend hours.
Who should go: Friends wanting margaritas, fajitas, and a proper table.
When to visit: Friday and Saturday nights after 9pm for buzz.
What to order: Chicken and steak fajitas, chimichanga, carne asada burrito.
Insider tip: Aim for happy hour then roll straight into a later dinner to soften the check.