Authentic Mexican Ambiance & Innovative Cuisine. Join us for our 2011 New Years Eve Dinner!!

(347) 706-1602

311 W 17th St (Between 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue)
New York, NY 10011 40.741804 -74.001444

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Neighborhoods: Chelsea, Midtown

SUENOSNYC.COM

Hours:

Sun-Wed 5pm-11pm

Thu-Sat 5pm-12am

Price:

$$$

Last updated 2.10.12

Category:

Restaurants, Catering

Payment Methods:

American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Casual Date Spot, Romantic Dining, Notable Chef, Margaritas, Online Reservations, Happy Hour, Food Delivery, Bar Scene, Prix Fixe Menu

Cuisine:

Mexican

Bar & Club Special Features:

Specialty Cocktails

What People Are Saying About Suenos

The Owner

Suenos

Owner

A really good dream transports you to another world where every discovery is captivating and delightful. So it is with Suenos, which means "dreams" in Spanish.

Suenos reflects Executive Chef/Owner Sue Torres' love of all things Mexican. From the decor, to the selection of tequilas, to the insistence on a true cocinera, or tortilla lady, working on a comal in the main dining room, Torres pays homage to the centuries of tradition that have woven together Mexico's flavors and ingredients. The menu's dishes reflect Torres' understanding of the country's regional diversity as well as her classical culinary training.

Award-winning beverage consultant Steve Olsen, assisted in the creation of a special tequila and mezcal list, featuring many small artisanal producers. The wine selection offers perfect pairings with Torres' dishes, while signature cocktails complete the festive setting.

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Featured Review

Contributor

Contributor

In Short – Down a little alley and past the overflowing, convivial front bar area, the dining room glows in shades of peach, fuchsia and tangerine. Plush booths surround a glassed-in terrarium, adding a bit of air and spectacle to a space that might otherwise feel cramped. The dense, salty guacamole is absolutely superlative; a fava bean and goat cheese empanada is a light and delicious starter. Goat chunks, steamed to implausible tenderness in beer and coated with a thick, smoky spice rub make a memorable entree, as do enchiladas filled with roasted chicken and squash blossoms and…

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
The wine list is minimal, but a number of excellent house cocktails are available, including a smoke-tinged margarita and the potent La Paloma, made with Squirt soda.
Happy Hour:
Happy hour happens 5pm-7pm every day the restaurant is open. Margaritas are two-for-one.
Parking:
Parking on the street is free after 6pm every night.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. Suenos has a very comfortable atmosphere which is why I've returned there several times.
  2. Service was attentive without being bothersome, nice ambiance as well.
  3. com - it's such a cozy, delicious spot!
  4. With the exception of the cool upstairs bathroom, the decor is kinda old school cheezy mex -- pastels, etc.
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. The menu underwhelmed (though the dessert was great).
drinks
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. The food is consistently dleicious and the drinks are always good.
  2. Also, for a Mexican place, they usually have a couple of good draft beers instead of the boring, regular stuff.
  3. there was a weird stench when i walked into the cramped bar area.
food quality
91.66999816894531% positive
  1. there was broken glass on the floor, the food was mediocre and overpriced.
  2. The margaritas were fantastic, made with fresh ingredients and great tequila, just like those I have found in Mexico.
  3. The food was fresh, flavorful, authentic and presented well.
  4. com - it's such a cozy, delicious spot!
  5. The food is consistently dleicious and the drinks are always good.
  6. redeemed however by the BEST guacamole I have ever had as well as some tasty margaritas.
  7. The food was really, really good and they even brought us a com.
  8. Awesome food!
  9. The prices were a bit high for Mexican food, but the food was quite tasty.
  10. My friend's halibut with salsa verde was outstanding, but she was not too impressed either.
  11. Anyway, on to the food, everything was very good, tasty & fresh.
  12. The food is very good -- carnitas were fantastic.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. The menu underwhelmed (though the dessert was great).
service
60.0% positive
  1. Service was attentive without being bothersome, nice ambiance as well.
  2. poor customer service
  3. Although I would agree with some that the service can be slow, my over all experience was outstanding.
  4. The service was neither friendly, attentive, nor helpful.
  5. The place has a warm vibe but service is definitely lacking.
value
50.0% positive
  1. there was broken glass on the floor, the food was mediocre and overpriced.
  2. The prices were a bit high for Mexican food, but the food was quite tasty.
wait time
50.0% positive
  1. Service was good, except for a very long gap between appetizers (which came out too quickly) and entree (whick took another 45 minutes to arrive).
  2. Although I would agree with some that the service can be slow, my over all experience was outstanding.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/14/11

I thought I was back in Mexico!!

by Beapet

We started with appetizers of corn bread with black bean dip, and guacamole and chips. Yum. Yum. The server suggested the dish the chef made when she was on Iron Chef which was cod, salsa verde, banana mashed (which was tart spicy & sweet). It blew me away!

My date had steak tacos with grilled corn on the cob which he raved about for days. Not only was the food the excellent, the server anticipated my every need but did not hover.

Cannt wait to introduce my out of town friends to Suenos!!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/23/10

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE CORN!

by thomq43

I eat mexican food at least once a week and I my girfriend and I went her this past week. It was tough to find bc it is a little hidden but it was awesome. First off, the margaritas had fresh ingredients not the puree crap from the box . I had the duck tacos and she had the enchiladas, but the thing that made me write this review was the corn!!!! They grill it with some spices, cheese and i don't know what else, but it was great. I would go back in a heart beat, but I hope you can't find it.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/13/10

Super Cute!

by Speed2ace

I had a great time here last Sunday night. I live in the area but never made it to Suenos. I'm glad that I finally had the chance. The food was delicious! The ambiance was quiet and cozy, something hard to find in Chelsea. I did think the food was a little over priced, especially for Mexican. The staff was really friendly, but once the food came to our table they disappeared. Fortunately, the chef prepared great food that didn't need any additional attention. I would recommend Suenos.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/02/10

Suenos on Behind the Burner

by lovingfood15

I was just reading about Suenos on Behind the Burner. com - it's such a cozy, delicious spot!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/17/10

LOVE this restaurant!

by Alicia Batista

Great place for happy hour margaritas, a quiet, romantic dinner or a big birthday celebration. The food is consistently excellent, including the seasonal specials, and the staff is friendly and attentive. And I've never had better 2-for-1 margaritas in NYC.

  • Pros: Excellent food, drinks and service
  • Cons: closed on Mondays

The Details on Suenos

Place Categories:

  • best mexican food
  • attentive service
  • loved guacamole
  • fantastic margaritas
  • nice place
  • not recommend restaurant
  • great guac
  • awful experience
  • poor customer service
  • mediocre food
  • stale chips
  • liked really
  • fresh ingredients
  • best deco
  • warm vibe
  • liked went
  • always good drinks
  • weird stench
  • highly recommend suenos
  • delicious spot
  • very comfortable atmosphere
  • good draft beers
  • great dessert
  • very good everything
  • worst dining experiences

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Message from Suenos

  • Notable Wine, Beer & Cocktails
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  • Create Your Own Tacos Sun, Tue

A really good dream transports you to another world where every discovery is captivating and delightful. So it is with Suenos, which means "dreams" in Spanish.

Suenos reflects Executive Chef/Owner Sue Torres' love of all things Mexican. From the decor, to the selection of tequilas, to the insistence on a true cocinera, or tortilla lady, working on a comal in the main dining room, Torres pays homage to the centuries of tradition that have woven together Mexico's flavors and ingredients. The menu's dishes reflect Torres' understanding of the country's regional diversity as well as her classical culinary training.

Award-winning beverage consultant Steve Olsen, assisted in the creation of a special tequila and mezcal list, featuring many small artisanal producers. The wine selection offers perfect pairings with Torres' dishes, while signature cocktails complete the festive setting.

Suenos

Create Your Own Tacos and Tostadas!

$35 Per Person. Served Family Style. Includes Salad; Choice of 3: Tequila flamed shrimp, Roast Chicken with salsa verde, Coconut Guajillo Poached Fish, Grilled Vegetables, Shredded Pork with chile mecco; Guacamole, Maple-Habanero Salsa, Guajillo Chile Rice, Black Beans & Epazote, Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream, Corn Tortillas, Chile De Arbol Tortillas; & Desert Sampler!

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