Pulqueria

Name: Pulqueria
Address: 11 Doyers Street, New York, NY, United States, 10013
Telephone: (212) 227-3099
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4

4.0

193 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Pulqueria is a trendy, modern Mexican cantina in Manhattan�s Chinatown. In addition to its contemporary dining room and bar, there is a private dining room that can seat up to 15-person parties. The full bar features Mexican-inspired cocktails, and the kitchen serves only fresh, seasonally-driven cuisine that blends the flavors of Mexico into something new. Pulqueria�s menu features a variety of small and large plates, and there are many vegetarian dishes, so there will be something for everyone on the menu. Start your meal at Pulqueria with some guacamole classico or empanadas with chorizo fried rice. Larger plates include the el pulp, langosta mole, camarones con harina de maiz and carne asada tacos.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Regional Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 6:00pm - 12:00am, Bar: Monday - Saturday 6:00pm - 2:00am
Phone number
(212) 227-3099
Website
http://www.pulquerianyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Prepared with a rigorous dedication to traditional Mexican cuisine, and inspired by the vibrant markets of Mexico City, Pulqueria is a great venue for your next private event.
Private party contact
Cyrus McNeal: (212) 227-3099

Location
11 Doyers Street, New York, NY 10013
Neighborhood
Chinatown
Cross street
Between Bowery/Pell
Parking details
None
Public transit
Take the B, D Train to Grand St or the J, M, Z, N, Q, R, W or 6 Train to Canal St.
Entertainment
We have live salsa Wednesdays from 9pm to 11pm.We have a DJ in house Wednesday to Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Esquites$8.00
grilled corn off-the-cob with epazote, chile piquin, mayo, queso fresco, lime
Tostadas Huitlacoche$13.00
mexican truffle, roasted corn, queso fresco
Tostadas Atún$15.00
tuna crudo, avocado, chipotle aioli, lime, crispy onion
Queso Fundido
oven melted, house-made mexican four cheese blend
- Choice Of: Huitlacoche Mushrooms$15.00
- House-Made Chorizo$16.00
Ceviche De Mercado$15.00
citrus-cured fish with market ingredients

Tacos

Verduras$13.00
grilled cactus, poblano peppers, mushrooms, melted queso chihuahua, pico de gallo
Gringas$14.00
citrus & chile chicken, queso chihuahua, crema, avocado, chunky salsa, flour tortillas
Camarones$14.00
marinated and seared shrimp, charred tomato salsa, cilantro-serrano aioli
Carnitas$15.00
traditional braised berkshire pork, cilantro, white onion, radish, salsa verde
Pescado$15.00
tecate battered market fish, cherry tomato, house-made cole slaw, salsa roja
Costilla$15.00
short rib braised in red wine, caramelized onion, chipotle salsa, jalapeñ o

Main Courses

Cemita$20.00
sandwich of salt-cured skirt steak on house-made bread, layered with queso oaxaca, caramelized onion, poblanos, & green chile aioli, served with mexican-spiced fries
Enchiladas Verde$22.00
rolled corn tortillas in tomatillo & green chile sauce stuffed with choice of: shredded chicken or portobello mushroom & leeks
Molé Negro$26.00
roasted chicken breasts in house-made traditional black mole made with dark chocolate and proprietary chile and spice blend, served with rice & market vegetables
Pescado Veracruzano$30.00
roasted red snapper filet in sauce of arbol & guajillo chiles, cherry tomato, garlic, shallots, lemon, & butter, with celery root puree, market vegetables
Spice-Rubbed Ny Strip$32.00
served with chimichurri & salsa roja, mashed potatoes, market vegetables

Sides

Red Rice & Black Beans$10.00
Mexican-Spiced Fries$7.00
Mashed Potatoes$7.00
Market Vegetables$7.00
Fried Plantains$7.00

Dessert

Flan$8.00
traditional mexican custard with salted caramel
Churros$8.00
mexican street pastry with chocolate sauce
Tres Leches Cake$10.00
sponge cake soaked in rum, evaporated milk, condensed milk, & heavy cream

What 193 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

4Food
3.6Service
4.1Ambience
3.2Value

Noise • Moderate

193 Reviews

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Jennifer524
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It was my birthday and there was these loud and obnoxious behind us. They acted if they own the place. There's two areas one where you sit down and have dinner and another where you sit at bar area... ugh these guys couldn't shut up.
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Natalie
New York Area
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the queso with mushrooms, the tuna to staffs and the shrimp and fish tacos. Drinks were also delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
First of all, I would like to point out that my friends and I were very excited about this place. The decor is nice. Too low lighted to my taste. The food was okay. Not great. I've tried better Mexican and being a Mexican myself, trust me it was just okay. Drinks, the 3 kind we tried which basically was the reason why we decided to go there was for the Pulque. My husband and friends who aren't from Mexico have never tried it and I wanted them to. We asked about just having the Pulque by itself but they don't serve it solo. Which is fine. So we decided to have the Lychee cocktail which according to the menu, has some Pulque on it. Well..it did not taste like Lychee or Pulque. It tasted like pure sugar with vodka..not Mezcal as it was on the menu. Vodka. So we decided to have another Pulque drink. Terrible idea. The tequila used in the drink was of the lowest quality and whoever designed the menu and liked it..should be having daiky
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FettSolo
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food is delicious but the service is lacking.
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NYCGUY
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem in China town. The cocktails and food were amazing. Absolutely order the tacos, they were delicious and fresh. The atmosphere is unbeatable; very trendy and buzzing crowd. They also have a very happening happy hour in the bar area.
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kim2nyc
New York Area
87 reviews
vip
4.0
87 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The fancy feel and high end cost of Mexican food located at surrounding relatively cheap Chinese food in Chinatown
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was good! Everyone looked happy and smiles since we walked in. We had a great time. City prices of course and food portions were small but they were just enough for my husband and i. I would recommend this place for a night out or just to sit by the bar and enjoy a delicious drink. We will back soon!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food portions are tiny and exorbitantly expensive. You'd need to order two plates just to feel semi-full. In addition, the service is so-so.
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dianaH
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Do not order margaritas here and you'll be fine.
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chiquita
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent, although the tacos were kind of sparse. The drinks, soup, and the appetizers were amazing. In Mexico, pulque is the poor man's drink, but Pulqueria brings it to a whole new level. Our waiter was personable and fun. I love that it's a Mexican restaurant in the basement of Chinatown.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good and the drinks were great. Definitely recommend anyone looking to check out some Mexican food in the city.
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madasi
New York Area
35 reviews
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Recommendations I gave were based on how I anticipate it would be at 10:00 PM and later rather then at opening when we were the only customers. (No complaint, it made it even more personal and special.) First you have to find it but since you've decided to eat Mexican in Chinatown I am guessing you're up to it. Got to drink Pulque for the first time and had an incredible huitalacoche quesadilla that was off menu. Five salsa appetizer was wonderful and the we were treated like friends. Only disappointment was the sister cocktail bar next door was closed until later in the evening for a private party, but then we have a reason for returning sooner.
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TAS1
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Where to go for great Mexican food and drinks? Down the stairs to a basement in Chinatown... that's where. Pulqueria is in a place you could only find find if you knew where to look...but the vibe, the food and the drinks make it definitely worth the trip.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2016
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was cold and the drinks were 90% ice. Also was doubled charged and when my friend tried to get in touch with a manager it was impossible.
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LOVE
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I've been here a few times over the past few years. It's a classic speakeasy, trendy restuarant plus bar. I believe I've only been in the spring/summer. This visit they had no heating system, middle of winter, we were all freezing. What's up with that ?
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I loved pulqueria and returned because my fiancé had never been, is not a New Yorker and wanted Mexican while we were staying in Soho. I thought I have just the place! Unfortunately, it was our only night in town and the only dinner we had in Manhattan was terrible! Not ok...terrible! The drinks which were also amazing in the past, undrinkable. The only cool thing remaining about the place is the underground vibe it has. So sad one of my favorites is no longer even worth visiting.
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NYCBBD
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2015
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I used to enjoy going to Pulqueria as a special find to take someone from out of town or as a unique NY hidden gem in a different neighborhood. This last visit was the final straw in a string of visit with less than satisfactory service. On top of the fact that they could not find my reservation even though they had called to confirm not hours before. The server was slow, disappeared, could not remember things, and didn't even know the specials including sounding surprised that there was such a thing when asked about the margarita of the day. There were maybe 20 people in the return side, so service should have been amazing and attentative instead we got better attention and service from the bus women than our actual server. Food was okay, not great, but service just made me not want to return. Sad since it used to be a fun little place to take a group of people.
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Cantona7
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 5, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great find. Food was delicious. Fresh, fragrant and perfect sized portions. The staff were really friendly and the setting was very atmospheric. It is darkly lit, almost hard to read the menu but this only added to the experience. Very good menu plenty of choice and drinks options are good too. Lovely bar for pre or post drinks, hit it at happy hour and enjoy a Margureita or four. The restaurant is difficult to find, literally a doorway on Doyers St, but don't give up, worth finding.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Increible shrimp tacos and unique/delicious twists on margaritas! Good music at the bar too - enough room for everyone to dance
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PastalaVista
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one hidden gem in China Town everyone must check out! Its somewhat hidden so you really have to know where you are going but it is definitely worth it in every way. The staff is super sweet and friendly which is a total turn on when you are spending money on a night out. the waiter was great and had excellent recommendations for food and beverages. The food was on point and the prices were very reasonable. overall i would highly recommend this restaurant.
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jsnyc
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The hostess was what put a damper on our night. Lacking in greeting / customer service skills she really killed any excitement for dining at Pulqueria. We've been several times, and were introducing some friends to the spot. As far as taco joints go, this spot has decent food, but is over priced for the quality and quantity. However, it's the ambiance that makes it a fun place to dine. Pulqueria used to be better, the food was priced appropriately and the service matched the venue. Hopefully they up their game again.
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Yummy
New York Area
82 reviews
vip
3.0
82 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was good, then menu varied and the price was right, but it was so dark I couldn't see what I was eating. Ambiance is great, but I do like to see what I am eating.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, great service but a bit too loud.
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AriaW
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food was tasty, but the portions were small in my opinion.
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Paulette
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This place was awesome. It is like a hidden gem in Chinatown. First of all it is not an area (I'm talking near the bar, where we requested to be seated) where they jam in tables to force as many patrons as possible. It was spacious and had a very relaxed atmosphere. We had drinks at that bar before dining and had a charming bartender that made great suggestions. The hostess honored our request to have a table for dinner in the bar area. The food was AMAZING and the service was good. The bar did eventually fill up...it got hopping in our area around 11pm and we shifted tables and decided to stay for more drinks and had a great time.
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tttt
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
3.0
53 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
we enjoy the food the location the decor - the week night staff is another story the waiter is moderately interested and is lacking in enthusiasm - it feels as if we were interrupting something else he would rather be doing and the hostess was just too busy doing nothing - to be bothered with customers there were - wait - count them - four small tables - and while we were not placed on top of each other - we were placed under a speaker that was blaring nice - but loud music - making it impossible to hear each other - and after asking for and hearing the music go lower - but then raising the volume again - we were told there was nothing they could do - so we asked them to move us - and they reluctantly accommodated us - in what was basically an almost empty dining room this restaurant is really fun - just from the food, the decor - there's no need to ear blast the people trying to enjoy the delicious food - as if the volume is set to cover something else up - we've been there on the weekend and the staff is much much more attentive and more interested in the customers - - - very unfortunate
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The Pulque is delicious. The portions are small but rich. Bring your friends.
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TRUZjr
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Stylish decor and stellar food make this a standout amongst the many incredible dining offerings in the city. Love the odd location and confusing entrance - lend an air of a secret mysterious club. Tacos were delicious, especially the shrimp, pork and fish, the ceviche had a bright freshness, guacamole was plentiful, chunky and we'll seasoned. Only complaint, my drink (the Garden G&T) was tasty but bery light on alcohol content. Would return here in a second!
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kg82806
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
2.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2015
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Pulqueria decent cocktails and that is about it. If you need to eat, get the gringa tacos.
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47keith
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great setting. Waitstaff was all smiles and fast with orders. Ceviche was really fresh and delicious .
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best taco spot in NYC hands down. And their cucumber jalapeño margs are insane.
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Goodplace
London
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was pretty good but it was so loud and we were 6 people and we couldn't really talk to each other. The waiter was also not attentive at all and we only managed to order one round of drinks as he never came back to take our other orders
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my fiancé here for his birthday and we loved it! The food was great, service was on point, and we just loved the decor and ambiance.
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tttt
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
3.0
53 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
very different from all the other times we'd been here - our waiter this time was clearly uninterested - and it was early - so it wasn't exactly busy -
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Phenominal shrimp tacos, great drinks and fun bar/music- Great time, going to becone a regular.
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tttt
New York Area
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
always a good experience, staff is even more delightful and welcoming than ever
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Stefania
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
It's a little loud and dark in here so both times I went, there were times where the waiter could not understand our order or didn't hear parts of it. We would wait for our food to come and eventually ask, only to find out that we never "ordered" it. Otherwise, the food and drinks are quite tasty. Been twice now, but don't necessarily feel the need to go back.
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BlancaD
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent. Hostess was exceedingly nice and friendly. One problem with restaurant is they do not serve coffee.
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JS25
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and scene. We went here for my birthday dinner and were not disappointed. The bar area turns into a dance floor.
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Jerome
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2015
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The restaurant Is not easy to find. Even at the right address, you can miss it, especially at night
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Pulqueria is rated 4 stars by 193 OpenTable diners.

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11 Doyers Street, New York, NY 10013

Additional information

Cross street
Between Bowery/Pell
Neighborhood
Chinatown
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 6:00pm - 12:00am, Bar: Monday - Saturday 6:00pm - 2:00am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Traditional Mexican, Regional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
Take the B, D Train to Grand St or the J, M, Z, N, Q, R, W or 6 Train to Canal St.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
We have live salsa Wednesdays from 9pm to 11pm.We have a DJ in house Wednesday to Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.pulquerianyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 227-3099
Private party facilities
Prepared with a rigorous dedication to traditional Mexican cuisine, and inspired by the vibrant markets of Mexico City, Pulqueria is a great venue for your next private event.
Private party contact
Cyrus McNeal: (212) 227-3099

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Bites

For the Table

Salsas De La Casa$8.00

Sikil Pak$10.00

Guacamole Clasico$14.00

Guacamole De La Dia$15.00

Salads

Ensalada De La Casa$14.00

Ensalada De Mango$14.00

Soups

Tarasca$10.00

Azteca$10.00

House Favorites

Esquites$8.00

Tostadas Huitlacoche$13.00

Tostadas Atún$15.00

Queso Fundido

Ceviche De Mercado$15.00

Tacos

Verduras$13.00

Gringas$14.00

Camarones$14.00

Carnitas$15.00

Pescado$15.00

Costilla$15.00

Main Courses

Cemita$20.00

Enchiladas Verde$22.00

Molé Negro$26.00

Pescado Veracruzano$30.00

Spice-Rubbed Ny Strip$32.00

Sides

Red Rice & Black Beans$10.00

Mexican-Spiced Fries$7.00

Mashed Potatoes$7.00

Market Vegetables$7.00

Fried Plantains$7.00

Dessert

Flan$8.00

Churros$8.00

Tres Leches Cake$10.00

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