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Wait, am I missing the thread on this? Is it open yet? What is it? Who started it? I thought no one could so much as sneeze on Vanderbilt without a discussion happening over here...
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It was open when I passed by around 7PM tonight. I picked up a menu - looks good, with the standard burrito fare, though they seem to have some fish and seafood optinos, as well. Good prices, too. I'll have to check it out soon.
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This restaurant in the former Bob Law's spot opened earlier this week. I haven't tried it yet, but it seems pretty standard. It looked through the window like most of their stuff comes out of steam tables.
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Tried it last night. Being a transplant from the San Francisco I am always looking for a good taqueria. It isn't perfect but good. The steam trays are what you find at all taquerias so don't let that stop you from trying it out. It's what holds the ingredients for the tacos and burritos. From what I saw they have all the standards. I had the Super Burrito. Pollo Asado with the works. It was huge (about the size of a a human head) and cheap. Not quite as good as what you would find in the Mission District of SF but close enough for me. The guys that own Maya are somehow related to Zaytoons. Family or something like that. I was also told they are also opening up a Bagel place just up the road Vanderbilt. For me it's a welcome addition. Tasty, friendly and cheap.
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bagels? baked there? anyone have any intel on that? and i don't know who owns zaytoons and don't want to presume, but might this be the first arab-owned bagel shop?"Here's a little tip I would like to relate: Many fish bites if you got good bait."
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Smokin' Joe » bagels? baked there? anyone have any intel on that? and i don't know who owns zaytoons and don't want to presume, but might this be the first arab-owned bagel shop?
It's going to be on the corner of Vanderbilt and Prospect in the Chris Wearable Art space. It would be truly awesome if the bagels are good and I'm trying to keep an open mind, but I don't have high hopes. There are so few places that do bagels right. -
friscopete » The guys that own Maya are somehow related to Zaytoons. Family or something like that. I was also told they are also opening up a Bagel place just up the road Vanderbilt.
Just a little mild Brooklyn teasing - but its called "up the block"
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Does maya have a salsa bar? I miss those from sf mission taquerias
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Had a burrito with tofu last night, and it was awesome. Can't wait to get it again...
friscopete » Tried it last night. Being a transplant from the San Francisco I am always looking for a good taqueria. It isn't perfect but good. The steam trays are what you find at all taquerias so don't let that stop you from trying it out. It's what holds the ingredients for the tacos and burritos. From what I saw they have all the standards. I had the Super Burrito. Pollo Asado with the works. It was huge (about the size of a a human head) and cheap. Not quite as good as what you would find in the Mission District of SF but close enough for me. The guys that own Maya are somehow related to Zaytoons. Family or something like that. I was also told they are also opening up a Bagel place just up the road Vanderbilt. For me it's a welcome addition. Tasty, friendly and cheap.
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Muk » Had a burrito with tofu last night, and it was awesome. Can't wait to get it again... [quote="friscopete"]Tried it last night. Being a transplant from the San Francisco I am always looking for a good taqueria. It isn't perfect but good. The steam trays are what you find at all taquerias so don't let that stop you from trying it out. It's what holds the ingredients for the tacos and burritos. From what I saw they have all the standards. I had the Super Burrito. Pollo Asado with the works. It was huge (about the size of a a human head) and cheap. Not quite as good as what you would find in the Mission District of SF but close enough for me. The guys that own Maya are somehow related to Zaytoons. Family or something like that. I was also told they are also opening up a Bagel place just up the road Vanderbilt. For me it's a welcome addition. Tasty, friendly and cheap.
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Yes, salsa bar. Not a huge selection but they do have the pickled jalapenos and carrots.
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I haven't gone anywhere... just more of a lurker these days on the ol' DH.
Carnivore » [quote="Muk"]Had a burrito with tofu last night, and it was awesome. Can't wait to get it again... [quote="friscopete"]Tried it last night. Being a transplant from the San Francisco I am always looking for a good taqueria. It isn't perfect but good. The steam trays are what you find at all taquerias so don't let that stop you from trying it out. It's what holds the ingredients for the tacos and burritos. From what I saw they have all the standards. I had the Super Burrito. Pollo Asado with the works. It was huge (about the size of a a human head) and cheap. Not quite as good as what you would find in the Mission District of SF but close enough for me. The guys that own Maya are somehow related to Zaytoons. Family or something like that. I was also told they are also opening up a Bagel place just up the road Vanderbilt. For me it's a welcome addition. Tasty, friendly and cheap.
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It'll be nice to have a few of those vacant storefronts reopened. It would be amazing if those bagels were done right, but I'm not holding my breath. So, is Maya in the same spot as Paquena? If not, then did another Mexican manage to sneak in?
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BKChickie » It'll be nice to have a few of those vacant storefronts reopened. It would be amazing if those bagels were done right, but I'm not holding my breath. So, is Maya in the same spot as Paquena? If not, then did another Mexican manage to sneak in?
Different spot. Maya is in the old Bob Law's spot. Pequena will be in the old Barrette spot. -
Wow - thanks for the input, everyone! Was in SF not too long ago so my standard may be unattainably high, but will give it a try soon...
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I had a couple chicken tacos tonight and I have to admit that they aren't agreeing with me right now.And that's the way it is.
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Mrs Why and I went tonight. Veggie burrito and chicken chile verde. (with 2 sodas, $18.50). Yummy stuff. It may be good enough that I do not walk to La Taq in the La Slope. (La Taq has better food, but it is sometimes too crowded to sit in the non-table service area. ...and its farther away, and its winter). Back on topic: Huge burritos. Salsa with actual flavor. Spanish music on radio. --far better than the burrito place on Washington near Dean. Note: no comparison is made with the place on Classon, because that is not in the Taqueria market. More jabbering: If La Peqeuna does not open up soon, it may lose the coveted "under $10, no need for a alcoholic drink" market to Maya.For better or worse, the change on Nostrand is going to make the change on Franklin look minor.
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Tried Maya last night and loved it. Fast, friendly service and delicious food. I had a super burrito with refried beans and grilled chicken. They also carry Jarritos, which makes me happy. I'll definitely go back. I actually think it's better than the tacqueria on 7th and, yes, much less crowded. I'll never go back to Muertos now, especially after seeing their counter guy put his bare hands into the red cabbage. Vanderbilt just keeps on changing for the better...
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I just inhaled a mushroom quesadilla from Maya. I give it a big thumbs up. Will definitely be back.
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Went tonight -- 2 huge vegetarian burritos with great fixings (good beans, tofu, gauc, cheese, lettuce, salsa, rice, sour cream...) and 2 sodas for less than $18. Really good food and everyone seemed nice and friendly. I have never had a bad experience at De Los Muertas, but with this place I doubt I'll be returning - it was much tastier. -- and for less than $25 we made it a complete date with a stop afterwards for $3 pints during happy hour at Soda next door.
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Just passed by and the place was jammed. I agree with xlizellx, this place is much tastier.
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I tried steak tacos which was really good. So glad that Maya has opened
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Ate there on Sunday. The food was good, but not a replacement for La Taq, as far as I'm concerned. However, they deliver up to 11 or 12 at night, and have plans to deliver until 2 a.m. in the near future. This, I love.
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anthonycm » Ate there on Sunday. The food was good, but not a replacement for La Taq, as far as I'm concerned. However, they deliver up to 11 or 12 at night, and have plans to deliver until 2 a.m. in the near future. This, I love.
Really? That is truly great news. It's weird how there are now about 20 bars in Prospect Heights, but almost no quick food options after 11pm. -
anthonycm » Ate there on Sunday. The food was good, but not a replacement for La Taq, as far as I'm concerned. However, they deliver up to 11 or 12 at night, and have plans to deliver until 2 a.m. in the near future. This, I love.
I agree. I was disappointed with my first attempt there and definitely didn't think they were as good as La Taq, but I'm going to give them another chance or two before writing them off. -
I stopped by last night and had a fish and a shrimp taco and they were unbelievable, Maya is a welcome addition to this neighborhood
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anyone have a link to a menu? the ones i've been able to find are inoperable. and there's nothin like a snow day with hot gooey human-head sized burritos to keep you and your margaritas warm
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I have the menu. Basically a regular burrito (meat, rice, beans, salsa) is $5.25 A "deluxe" adds cheese for $5.75 A "special" adds cheese and guac $6.25 A "super" adds all of the above plus lettuce and sour cream $6.95 Tacos run you $2.95-3.95 for the seafood type They also do platters (rice and beans, guac, sour cream, salsa plus a meat or seafood) for around $10-14 The menu doesn't show the meat selections exactly, but you can tell they have Prawns, Fish, Chicken Chile Verde (which sounds really good!), tofu, Chicken/Carne Asada or shredded, Fajita, and Chile Relleno (another of my favorites -if done right) Plus quesadillas, nachos, salads and rotisserie chicken (which seems like a deal at $5.50 for 1/4 chicken with rice/beans/salsa/tortillas) Phone #718-638-6292 I am too nice to you guys
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You can also get any burrito "chimmied", or turned into a Chimichanga. That means they deep fry the burrito and drench it in mole and cheese. Delicioso. Not sure what the price is on this, because the chimichanga is listed as cheaper than the burrito on the menu - but that doesn't make sense and I tossed the receipt before I could check it out.
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The chimichanga is $6.25 but only comes with meat,rice,beans... other salsa/mole/cheese is added on top afterward... not sure if that's extra or not?(\__/)
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That's what I'm sayin... I got a steak fajita burrito chimichanga, which I can't imagine costs less that the steak fajita burrito. :-&
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I've tried this place several more times and it's been consistently good. I'm very glad that it's a part of the neighborhood.
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yes, a snow day is perfect for delivery, but have a heart. i saw a delivery kid on a bike this afternoon having a helluva time just staying on his bike, much less moving forward. may i suggest that if you are ordering delivery, order from a place that delivers by car or foot. if you feel you must send a poor immigrant kid on a bike through the ice and snow for your dinner, please tip accordingly."Here's a little tip I would like to relate: Many fish bites if you got good bait."
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I went in last week and got nachos. They were supremely gross. Kind of scared to try anything else now.
Too many good reports from you all - just going to have to try a burrito instead.I believe in peace, bitch. -
I made my way through the snow today to get a takeout burrito for lunch - it was delish - fresh and good, with lots of salsa fresca heaped on. Really good, and the owner seemed very nice......
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yo yo! How are those toppings? gotta check this joint out to taste what yo'all are rapping about. hmmmm...maybe tonight...waddaya know.Solid Foundation
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los muertos, or whatever, on washington is just as good as this place. it is also a lot more comfortable to sit down there.
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I used to go to Muertos, but Maya is much closer to my home. As good as Muertos is, I prefer Maya, but you are correct that Muertos has much more seating.
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Mamacita » Chile Relleno (another of my favorites -if done right)
jumping back to this post to just mention that you can get a chile relleno done right at chavella's, if by done right you mean authentic poblano style. you can smell them hand roasting the peppers as soon as your order goes into the kitchen. this is not to knock those at maya's, which i haven't tried yet. just saying those at chavella's are the genuine article."Here's a little tip I would like to relate: Many fish bites if you got good bait." -
Smokin' Joe » [quote="Mamacita"]Chile Relleno (another of my favorites -if done right)
jumping back to this post to just mention that you can get a chile relleno done right at chavella's, if by done right you mean authentic poblano style. you can smell them hand roasting the peppers as soon as your order goes into the kitchen. this is not to knock those at maya's, which i haven't tried yet. just saying those at chavella's are the genuine article.[/quote] Yes, the chile relleno at Chavella's is delicious. -
Carnivore » [quote="Smokin' Joe"][quote="Mamacita"]Chile Relleno (another of my favorites -if done right)
jumping back to this post to just mention that you can get a chile relleno done right at chavella's, if by done right you mean authentic poblano style. you can smell them hand roasting the peppers as soon as your order goes into the kitchen. this is not to knock those at maya's, which i haven't tried yet. just saying those at chavella's are the genuine article.[/quote] Yes, the chile relleno at Chavella's is delicious.[/quote] Damn skippy - they are great and it says a lot that a dish, that doesn't contain meat, has become one of my go-to orders....not that there's anything wrong with that. -
Try the corn on the cob....its great! They have lemon and cheese and they are both really good! Also heard someone raving about the corn chowder but I haven't tried it yet. also, the roasted corn on a burrito is excellent. Guess I like corn!
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Just had a Vegetarian Burrito with Spinach there. Not the best, but quite good, a few complaints though: The hot-ingredient to cold-ingredient ratio was way off: It was around 85% cold ingredients with just a drop of rice and beans, which disappointed me. It was mediu sized: not very big, and the guy who made mine was very, shall we say reserved, with the ingredients: he barely put anything in. It was worth the 7 bucks, though. A nice place and good food."Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. And today? Today is a gift. Thats why we call is the present." -B. Olatunji
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just had a shredded beef one. better than i expected. the salty nachos/chips were pretty good, but seems unhealthy if you have too many.
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why was that posted? they had 20 points and 14 is NYC average. Nothing freaked me out at all.
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background I guess is someone started a Cheryl's thread which said DOH notice is in their window and that they appear to be closed for a bit. so I went to DOH website to see why... can't figure it out 'cause they were inspected less than a year ago.. so I figured why not sort violation by *violations* (rather than name) to see biggest offenders in our zip. Maya showed up with a recent review so I posted it.
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We ate at Maya last weekend. Food was great & we'll definitely be back. Hubs and I were remarking that within a half-mile radius of Chez BKChickie we've got a lot of very good Mexican choices. La Taq, the Mexican on Franklin, and Chiles y Chocolates.
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oh ok -- I thought you were posting something crazy shocking is all. Bummed about the Cheryl's thing.
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BKChickie » We ate at Maya last weekend. Food was great & we'll definitely be back. Hubs and I were remarking that within a half-mile radius of Chez BKChickie we've got a lot of very good Mexican choices. La Taq, the Mexican on Franklin, and Chiles y Chocolates.
Don't forget Chavella's!
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