El Zapata 3 Restaurant - Chester (NY)

5 /5 Christina Vega: Found this gem by typing in “best Mexican food near me.” Honestly, Google did not lie. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by both Andrea and Mary. I was torn between who I should talk to. The food was amazing! Literally amazing and reasonably priced. Don’t get me started on the margaritas. I had a frozen passion fruit margarita, and I’m not typically a drinker, but today was that day. I loved it. I happy danced the entire time I ate. Andrea was our server. She is really attentive and sweet. I didn’t even know who made our drinks until Mary walked up to us and asked us personally how the drinks were. I felt so catered to. You can feel the love there, so much culture, and authenticity. I only know their names because I asked and could not leave without wanting to put a good word out. It is unfortunate that they are in the cut of the plaza, which makes it hard for anyone to see. I really hope people see this review and the reviews they have , which are amazing and share what a wonderful place this is.

5 /5 William Van Brunt: This place is the best Mexican Resturant Ive ever been too, and Ive been to a lot. Big place, big bar, great atmosphere, and super friendly down to earth staff. Definitely a hidden gem, the place is never too busy but its so good that it should be packed at all hours. Ive been working at West Point, and Im from out of town, so happy I found this place, walking distance from my hotel. The food is so authentic, awesome drinks, giant (and super strong) Margs and Cheladas, and some super cool variations of drinks with lots of cool toppings. The bartender "G" will take take awesome care of you (and the girls that have served me were stellar as well), ask G about his brothers home made Mescal, better than anything you could ever buy off the shelf! And take his word about how good their house tequila is. Also, tuesday is $1.50 taco night, tons of delicous choices. I believe drinks are half off too on taco tuesday! Anybody who has had a poor experience here must of been a stroke of bad luck, and I highly urge them to give it another shot! Cant say enough good things!

4 /5 Marcin Mojek: The place looks beautiful inside but I wish the food could be as nice. The food was good but not 5 star worthy. It was a bit underseasoned and felt just overcooked and soft ... if youre craving mexican its still a good place to visit but having eaten at many restaurants of this kind for me its just missed the mark. Ive seen that they do have amazing drinks and heard people talking about them with excitement but unfortunately we have not had any as we were traveling back home quite far.