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Interior - Mesita - Garden City, Garden City, NY

Mesita - Garden City

4.6 (801)
$30 and under
Mexican
825 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530

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Mesita - Garden City

4.6
$30 and under
Mexican
Garden City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Mesita, which translates to “small table”, serves authentic, modern, Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. The menu features fresh guacamole prepared table-side, mouth-watering Mexican street corn, fire-grilled fajitas, along with burritos, tacos and many other house-made Mexican dishes. The combination of our traditional menu and playful décor with our rustic Mexican flair provides a dining experience that truly embodies the Mexican spirit.

Our extensive specialty drink menu emphasizes imaginative Mexican cocktails including Margaritas, Caipirinhas, Mojitos, Sangrias and the signature 54oz Mega Margarita. With over 200 tequilas and nine different margarita flavors there is something for every tastebud.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Garden City
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Friendsgiving 🦃🍂

    1 - 8 people

    Nov 9, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
    Gather your favorite people and celebrate Friendsgiving with delicious food, festive drinks, and even better company!  Let us take care of the cooking while you enjoy a fun-filled meal with your closest friends. The best part? Groups of 4 or more receive a FREE pitcher of margaritas! Grab your crew, raise a glass, and make memories around the table. Reserve your Friendsgiving table today!
    Friendsgiving 🦃🍂 Photo
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE OPEN BAR 🥂🎉

    $80.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 20 people

    Dec 31, 2026 only
    9:30 PM
    Celebrate New Year's Eve at Mesita with our $80 Open Bar from 9:30pm-12:30am, Complete with premium cocktails, nonstop energy, and festive champagne toast at midnight. Music and party favors create the perfect atmosphere to welcome 2027 in style. Gather your crew, raise a glass, and ring in the new year the Mesita way!🥂
    NEW YEAR'S EVE OPEN BAR 🥂🎉 Photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Mesita - Garden City.

4.6

4.6
(801)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Nassau

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mesita in Garden City offers "amazing" food and a lively atmosphere. Customers praise the generous portions and "excellent" service, particularly highlighting Juan's outstanding hospitality. The menu includes standout items like steak tacos and fajitas. While some mention noise levels, the overall dining experience is deemed "fantastic," making it a favored choice for many.
801 Reviews
  1. Christine

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good. Our server,Juan, was great and exceptionally pleasant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  2. Samantha Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Love their food so much. It’s way too loud for no reason. I much prefer the amityville location but the food is amazing!

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  3. Jason

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. The steak tacos is the best. Guacamole is great. Its 20$ but the serving size is huge compared to other restaurants. Very fresh. Juan and Jose are awesome. Went there for restaurant week. Im glad I did. Will be back for more tacos and fajitas.

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  4. Michael Gold

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A perfect first visit—we will be coming back. Excellent food, generous portions, and fast and attentive service.
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your first visit was such a great experience! It's great to know you enjoyed the food, generous portions, and attentive service. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Juan! We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Loretta Gold

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice choices on menu, delicious food and excellent service. Would recommend to family and friends.
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed our menu selections, delicious food, and excellent service! We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation to family and friends. We look forward to welcoming you back to Mesita soon!

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  6. Dawn Gold

    New York City49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow!!! Everything was absolutely perfect, delicious and amazing. This was my first time at Mesita and it definitely won't be my last. Thank you!!!
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded on October 19, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your first visit was such a great experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Rene

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Even with a reservation, it was a 15-20 min wait for a table. Silverware napkins were wet. No chips/salsa while we waited for drinks. Food was good. Ambience was a good. But the small details matter.
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded on October 26, 2026
    Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the food and atmosphere, but we apologize for the wait and the small details that fell short. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention and will share them with our team. We hope to welcome you back for an even better experience.

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  8. Meg

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    JUAN!!!! 👏🙌 was hands down the BEST waiter we’ve ever had! We went out to dinner with our three kids under 6, which is not always easy, and Juan made the entire experience so special. He was incredibly patient, kind, and sweet with all three of our kids, and our baby absolutely loved him! 🥹 What really stood out was how accommodating and attentive he was with our children’s food allergies. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was right, got our entire order correct, and was unbelievably fast without ever making us feel rushed. He was thoughtful, helpful, and just genuinely wonderful from beginning to end. He even surprised us with a strawberry dessert, which was such a sweet gesture! It’s rare to find someone who makes dining out with three little kids feel this enjoyable and stress-free. Juan is truly an asset to this restaurant, and he deserves all the recognition. We will absolutely be coming back and asking for Juan specifically! Thank you for making our family feel so welcomed and taken care of. ❤️
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded on October 19, 2026
    Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that Juan went above and beyond to make your family's dining experience so special. We will be sure to share your kind words with him and our management team. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon!

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  9. Jnette

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner, service, atmosphere all great. Been here several times and it is always a wonderful night out. Noise level isn't too loud, feels festive but you can still have a a conversation across the table. Tacos, cocktails and appetizers were all delicious!
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded on October 19, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review and continued support! We're thrilled to hear you consistently enjoy our food, cocktails, service, and lively atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great night soon!

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  10. Brenda Gold

    New York City60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 12, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mesita at Garden City, NY, was awesome. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The appetizers, dinner, drinks and dessert was delicious 😋
    Mesita - Garden CityResponded on October 19, 2026
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed everything from our food and drinks to our friendly service. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Garden City
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Guests frequently describe portions at Mesita as generous, diners note very large burritos, hefty fajita platters, and people often leave with take‑home leftovers.

Yes, Mesita is often recommended for date nights: guests report successful spontaneous date-night dinners and celebratory visits that didn’t disappoint.

Mesita - Garden City is often at its liveliest during busy night service, guests describe bustling, high-energy evenings (including a bustling Friday night), while Sunday afternoons and brunch visits are frequently much quieter.

Mesita – Garden City feels vibrant and festive, with colorful décor, upbeat music and table-side guacamole adding to the fun; be aware it can be quite loud near the bar, while Sunday brunches tend to be calmer.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

For a relaxed weekend meal, Mesita's weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm) is a guest favorite, Sunday afternoons are noted as quiet and quick; Taco Tuesday is popular too.

Yes, Mesita is family-friendly: guests describe bringing children for birthdays and brunch, and say servers were super nice and made families, including a 5‑year‑old, feel comfortable.

For a calmer visit choose Sunday afternoon/brunch at Mesita, Garden City, when guests report it being very quiet and quick; for a livelier night try Taco Tuesday or bustling weekend evenings.

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Mesita - Garden City

4.6
$30 and under
Mexican
Garden City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
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