Vamos

(212) 358-7800

348 1st Ave, New York, NY | Directions   10009

40.733715 -73.980598 View Website
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Neighborhoods:
Stuyvesant Town, Midtown

Categories:
Restaurants, Restaurants
Price:
$$$

Cuisine:
Mexican

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Restaurant Special Features:
Margaritas, Lunch Spot, Prix Fixe Menu
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

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At a Glance ?
100% ambiance
“We were all very surprised by the quality and freshness of the food, this is serious Mexican food presented in an elegant manner and in a funky modern decor.”
100% dessert
“There is a nice selection of desserts as well, tres leches cake is my favorite.”
100% drinks
“feel that now i can finally get myself to walk several blocks for good food, friendly staff and much cheaper drinks.”
91% food quality
“Great restaurant, great food, great experience!”
100% menu variety
“There is a nice selection of desserts as well, tres leches cake is my favorite.”
100% overall
“Great music and a good place for large groups.”
100% return potential
“I'd recommend this place for a group of friends or even a date and will definitely go back.”
81% service
“extended this unique bar experience with dinner in the restaurant, service was very good and the food is always good.”
90% value
“We all started with a few of their gourmet Tacos which might be some of the best in town and enjoyed sharing and tasting, the only thing is that our cocktails took a little long but it was worth the wait as their concoctions are fresh fruit based and very”
50% wait time
“We all started with a few of their gourmet Tacos which might be some of the best in town and enjoyed sharing and tasting, the only thing is that our cocktails took a little long but it was worth the wait as their concoctions are fresh fruit based and very”

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5.0
November 10, 2010

Terrific skirt steak. We just tried this place the other night and were pleasantly surprised. The guacamole was very tasty.

The skirt steak was fantastic, cooked just the way I like it. Rice & beans were good overall.

Definitely recommend this place. Nice bar area as well.

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4.0
June 27, 2010

Surprisingly good Mexican. $3 Mexican beers during happy hour, and they give you free chips and salsa. You can make it a cheap outing, but I recommend getting some food, as they have pretty bomb Mexican food, which is rare in NYC. The Carne Asada Tacos are legit..

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4.0
March 18, 2010

Memorable Mexican. Vamos is a great neighborhood, Mexican spot. I meet friends here on occassion after work for happy hour margaritas. They allow you to indulge on chips and dip that aren't stale or an afterthought. Love the tacos and quesadillas. The frozen, fruit flavored margaritas are not only delicious, but strong! And the DJ on Friday and Saturday nights plays a great mix of music. Definitely a place to check out on Cinco de Mayo.

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5.0
December 28, 2009

Friendly Service. I was there for lunch during the week, so it wasnt so crowded - but something tells me this spacious restaurant gets quite lively on weekend nights.

The chips were warm and crisp, and the accompanying salsa was tasty - though not very spicy (a good thing for many). I enjoyed my enchiladas suizas, though they could have been slightly more seasoned. Still, overall, a good effort.

Service was friendly, Their Margaritas are HUGE and delicious.

Its a great place to sit and grab a bite, check it out.

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5.0
October 21, 2009

AMAZING FOOD. The food is great here and the staff is very friendly. I come here every time i get a chance. I recommend it to anyone looking for a nice atmosphere & great food. The drinks are very well made too. Don't get me started on the desserts they are to die for. ...YUMMM!

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5.0
June 13, 2009

Great restaurant, great food, great experience!!!!. This has become one of my regular spots. The food, the drinks the whole experience is wonderful. If you're not into loud music though, this place might not be for you, and New York City might not be either. I've never had a bad experience there. The waitstaff is always so wonderful and always makes my experience a good one.

It is always busy and they are always running around so give the guys a break! They work hard, they work all night, so don't be a snob and try to complain that they have bad service because I have seen first hand how hard they work. The bad reviews below seem to be from close minded people who can never be satisfied.

Thank you Vamos for always being so accommodating and for the best happy hour! See you again soon!!!

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1.0
May 06, 2009

Too loud, at all hours of the day and night!. Ok, so I haven't ever been to the restaurant, but I live across the street and down the block, and Vamos has been blaring the same salsa music seemingly 24/7 for the past few days. I guess it's their Cinco de Mayo marathon, but I don't care! It's 4am on a Tuesday night and they only just stopped, after the police came on a noise complaint. Ugh. I need sleep! Vamos needs to invest in some sound proofing, please!

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5.0
December 04, 2008

excellent and diverse mexican food. I've been to Vamos a few times and the food has been consistently fresh and delicious, great margaritas as well.

I recommend shrimp salad, quesadillas and lamb burritos. There is a nice selection of desserts as well, tres leches cake is my favorite.

The atmosphere is festive and casual, they play great selection of music.

I'd recommend this place for a group of friends or even a date and will definitely go back.

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5.0
November 12, 2008

NYC's best Mexican Joint. I ate here with my fiance and he always finds cool placest. This isnt the coolest, but it is inexpensive and darn good food. I will return with friends im sure. He said he found them on Citysearch.

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5.0
November 12, 2008

Good Food Good Margaratas Good Location. It's just around the corner from my apartment and I am hooked on it. It is a great spot to get drunk and also to eat wonderful food. I had some taco thing last time and it was awesome. Me and friends come here at least once a week.

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