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Authentic Mexican Restaurant in both the East and West Village!
(212) 777-2537
77 Saint Marks Pl
(1st Avenue)
New York,
NY
10003
40.72777
-73.985709
Neighborhoods: East Village, Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Fri 12pm-12am
Sat-Sun 11am-12am
Price:
$$
La Palapa Cocina Mexicana
Last updated 11.23.09
What People Are Saying About La Palapa Cocina Mexicana
The Owner
La Palapa Cocina Mexicana
Owner
La Palapa, an authentic Mexican restaurant specializing in "Mexico City Style" tacos and quesadillas and regional home cooking has been a favorite of East and West Village locals since its opening in 2000. Owners and artists Margaritte Malfy & Barbara Sibley have extensive NYC restaurant experience and found inspiration for this magnificent restaurant during a visit to Mexico City. La Palapa focuses on authentic Mexican cuisine featuring Tacos al Pastor, Mole Negro Oaxaqueno, Salsa Pibil and many other specialties from different regions of Mexico. Salsas and sauces are rich & spicy & fresh…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Soothing lighting and casual decor combine to create a calm, low-key atmosphere, with a full bar and outdoor seating. – – The Food – This is the kind of sophisticated Mexican cuisine that should have made inroads in New York long ago. You won't even miss the free all-you-can-eat chips, since there's no point in squandering your appetite on such trifles when you can savor sprightly, tangy seviche instead. Among the entrees, choose the duck with mole; it manages to be as voluptuous as a hot-fudge sundae, without tasting the tiniest bit sweet. The catfish…
12/01/09
OUR FAVORITE SPOT IN NYC!!!!!!
by NYCfloyd at Citysearch
Best dinner I have had in NYC, the folks who own this place really know how to do Mexican the right way! We stopped in on a Friday night and we were treated to one of the best dinner's I have ever had.... the drinks are great as well.... try LA PALAPA and trust me you wont go wrong!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- Pros: BEST MEXICAN IN NYC - TRUST ME
- Cons: none
09/13/09
Not Really Authentic!!!!
by txingon at Citysearch
Let's just say my girlfriends and I walked out of the restaurant, halfway through our meal due to a visitor in our table AHHHHH!!!! My friend pointed out that I had a cacaroche (city search bans the true word from reviews... hmmm... conspiracy much?) crawling on me, we screamed to high heaven, and a bus boy came and put it in a napkin and ran to the kitchen. Next thing I knew I was asking for the manager, who was a broad with too much attitude.... she tried to debate with me whether it was a cacaroche or a water roche... like woman, an inch long brown roche was crawling on me... do I really need to debate semantics here??
Anyways who knows if the perp was actually a cacaroche or water roche... either way I'm never going back there!
Just as a note, when we walked out, a woman at the front who had just finished eating said "Oh you guys had a cacaroche by your table too?"
Sorry that place needs to be shut the truck down.
- Pros: Short of Raid!!!! because the smell of it.
- Cons: if you like "insectos" come to this place.
08/20/09
Excellent service!
by ecardwell at Citysearch
I went to La Palapa on a Thursday night and the bar was low key and inviting. Great staff! All were super upbeat and friendly. My bartender was prompt, fresh, and helpful. She was extremely informative on the bar menu, happy hour, and food menu with a ton of specials. All of which is rare at most NYC restaurants. Essentially, she made me feel comfortable, even when she was busy. Based on her great suggestions, I had the Pato con Mole Negra.....and I never have duck! So delicious! They are so many margarita flavors there! I love the ginger margarita! The waitstaff is also informative and super helpful. Happy Hour is a must at La Palapa...great service and a genuine 2 for 1 deal....it's like tapas and half price drinks...perfect for after work. I will definitely be back next week...who wants to come with me!
Go go go!!!!! Don't hesitate!
- Pros: Authentic and fresh Mexican food
- Cons: none
The Details on La Palapa Cocina Mexicana
What to Drink:
Among the assorted frozen margaritas, the mango with a chili-salt rim is best.
Save Money:
If you BYOB on Monday, there's no corkage fee.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Message from La Palapa Cocina Mexicana
- Brunch, Lunch & Dinner
- Great Margaritas & Sangria
- Warm & Friendly Service
La Palapa, an authentic Mexican restaurant specializing in "Mexico City Style" tacos and quesadillas and regional home cooking has been a favorite of East and West Village locals since its opening in 2000. Owners and artists Margaritte Malfy & Barbara Sibley have extensive NYC restaurant experience and found inspiration for this magnificent restaurant during a visit to Mexico City. La Palapa focuses on authentic Mexican cuisine featuring Tacos al Pastor, Mole Negro Oaxaqueno, Salsa Pibil and many other specialties from different regions of Mexico. Salsas and sauces are rich & spicy & fresh ingredients are always used. Combining authentic Mexican home cooking with a festive bar and a warm and friendly environment makes for the perfect place to celebrate your next special occasion. Stop by our East or West Village location today and satisfy your Mexican craving.
