Playa Betty's

Playa Betty's is a mexican restaurant Upper West Side New York located in United States.

7 / 10
418
ratings
  • Phone

    (212) 712-0777

  • Website

    playabettys.com

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

320 Amsterdam Ave (W 75th) New York , NY 10023 United States

Credit Cards Yes
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 70


Keywords:

tacos frozen paloma churro ice cream sandwich margaritas good for groups casual healthy food happy hour Mexican Coke spacious tater tots sangria cute brunch food short ribs good for dates corn queso potatoes eggs
Matthew Spector

The La Paloma frozen margarita with peppercorns is a favorite, as are the tot-chos (tater tot nachos ) and the al pastor tacos . Lots of lime and a ton of fun - with brunch & lunch service coming 2016.

David Steinberger

Amazing tacos . Loved Mexican Coke short ribs and tac-o-fella (fried oyster ). Guacamole is mix-it-yourself. Warning for cilantro-haters: lots of cilantro on the tacos , but they'll happily take it off.

Randall

If you order the guacamole , add the red pepper slowly and taste it as you mix it in. I added it all at once and it proved to be one of the spiciest I've ever eaten.

Gothamist

The Frozen Palomas here are made with Jose Cuervo, grapefruit and lime juice , and come with pink salted rims. They'll knock you off your feet if you aren't careful. During happy hour , they're only $8. Read more

Giulia Prati

Festive vibes! ???? very cool beach-side, surf inspired decor. Definitely recommend the churro ice cream sandwich for dessert . Indulgent menu options (the QUESO ) balanced out by the tasty "dharma" bowls

Stephanie DeDecker

Awesome bottomless brunch in UWS. It's $16 with purchase of anything - try the sangria and it's still worth it to get a frozen Paloma on the side ????

Alec Dadisman

While the service was just okay, the food made up for it - I had the Baja fish taco , Southern Girl taco , Mexican corn & guac . Next time I want to try the queso & churro ice cream sandwich !

DoubleDeuce

In my first trip here, I never had an empty bottomless drink . Great/scary as that is. Ha! The food was solid and the movie-theater-themed basement was charming. Get a rezzy, bring your amigos.

Heather Pommernelle

The Frozen Palomas - nice, crisp & different taste (yes, the grapefruit ) that’s just yummy. Ahi & Baja tacos , good. The guacamole & shroom taco were awesome ????????????????????????

Cagla Icacan

Al pastor , Baja fish tacos are delicious. Add a few drops of Valentina Hot Sauce . Try corn and Cauliflower Buffalo bites as side. Pair with a pitcher of Margarita . Voila!

Adrienne Cooper

They've done a great job with the outdoor setup here. Always a solid option on a nice day on the Upper West Side

D C????

Pastor and hass taco . For the desert the churro ice cream sandwich is delicious

David Elizandro

Tacos were great and as a displaced Texan I absolutely loved the queso . Beers were a bit pricey at $8 for drafts but overall a very welcome addition to the UWS.

Sam Kirsch

Good tacos and atmosphere. Really loved the diy guacamole where they give you different ingredients to add in like pomegranate seeds , jalapeños , tomatoes , and more!

Ms Helene

Guac with toppings separately so you can customize and good queso . Ok seared tuna tacos drowned in sauce. Fun atmosphere and service

E D

Totchos are the best!! Queso is delicious too. Definitely get the frozen Paloma

Pete Webb

One of my favorite date night spots … Excellent food & customer service.

George Escandon

Baja tacos are great. Also enjoyed the betty marg and La Paloma frozen marg . Definitely pricey for what it is. Expect to pay about $30 pp.

Allison Kasic

PSA: the carne asada tacos come covered in guac , even though that isn't listed as one of the ingredients.

Ellen Rielly

Baja taco was awesome! Overall a little bit pricey for what you get (mostly referring to tacos ) but to be expected for the area.

Alejandro

Strong cocktails . Don't miss the nachos from this place, their sauces are perfect!

Livy Liv

The tacos are delicous, espthe fish and the vegan one

Lori Bender

Must try the frozen Paloma , it's delicious, pink and strong.

Mike Nickerson

Love the selection of non-traditional tacos ! Highly recommend the fried oyster taco .

Baturalp

Tacos are pretty good and spicy margarita is solid. Skip burrito and enchiladas ; very bland.

James Forrest

Weekend brunch is the time to go; chorizo , potato and egg taco - get it!

Jeff Solomon

Jalapeño margarita . Guac needs salt and/or lime to be better, but still decent.

Andy Chapman

Pretty good tacos , it's loud and a little on $ side. Get Marley taco (jerk chicken ) and guac to start

Nitzan B

Cute cute cute , great margaritas and the guac is awesome

Karen Sterling

$5 dollar taco's with so little meat and a couple beers left me with a $65 dollar bill and still hungry,disappointed and insulted. I really want this place to work but the staff needs to check back.

Andrew Stella

Great food and atmosphere but too expensive for Mexican beach food and margaritas in highball glasses.

Valarie McCubbins

Fun brunch spot . Great queso . Frozen Paloma 's. Done.

Will Harahan

Friendly service , ok tacos , asterisks regarding the happy hour menu (margaritas ).

Lee Hoffman

Good gauc awesome fried chicken tacos

Felix Tsang

great mexican food , but a little bit pricey .

Samantha Taube

Tacos , corn and guac were yummy but the service left A LOT to be desired. Seating was dirty , wait staff was not attentive, and the kitchen was disorganized. Overall, needs some work.

Evelyn Ling

Tacos + churro ice cream sandwich ????

Heather H

Great margaritas . And the guacamole is awesome

Christina Chin

Really crowded and loud fri night. Had to shout..but tacos were fine, like the Al pastor best

Matt Fitzpatrick

Cool vibe and open layout but overpriced beers . They were also out of 3 of their 8 taco options.

Trae F

Great queso and cheap tacos !

New York PR

The takeout frozen palomas are very small. Order the buffalo cauliflower .

Mikey

Visited this past saturday night with a group of friends. Vibes are nice, but food and drinks are poor. DO NOT order enchilladas , quesadilla , or any fish or steak tacos - they are DRY and tasteless!

Caitlin Clements

4-8pm happy hour deals - except on (Taco ) Tuesday. $5beer. $12 Paloma.

rob zand

they do not have enough high chairs to accommodate the uws on a late Saturday afternoon

Caitlin Clements

$3 tacos with any cocktail on Tuesday.

Awesome place and astoundingly cheap .

Tucker Aust

Fun spot, a little too big for my liking. Lots of fried food.

Kaitlin Nelson

Great food and service, but the drinks are SO pricey .

John Bigboote

$1 shot-sized frozen Paloma Happy Hour special

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