Upscale Mexican w/ incredible value. Sister spot to Traif, but many say it's even better. Expect unique tasting menus & delicious dishes.
Experience a culinary journey at this Mexican restaurant, lauded for its exceptional value and unique tasting menus. It's often compared to its sister restaurant, Traif, but many find Xixa to offer an even more compelling dining experience. The atmosphere is consistently praised, making it a standout choice for an memorable meal.
This Mexican restaurant is celebrated for its value-driven tasting menus, with one commenter specifically highlighting the 'green tea churros with chocolate ganache and passion fruit curd' as a must-try dessert. Another patron praised the 'osso bucco carnitas,' suggesting a creative and well-executed approach to traditional dishes.
"The 'green tea churros' with chocolate ganache and passion fruit curd are a standout dessert. Additionally, the 'osso bucco carnitas' and the tasting menu in general are highly praised."
Customers rave about the exceptional value and unique tasting menus, frequently comparing it favorably to its sister restaurant, Traif. Overall, the dining experience is highly regarded.
Important Note
The decor may need an update according to one reviewer.
"Xixa is recommended as one of many great options outside of lower Manhattan."
Positive"Xixa is recommended as one of many great options outside of lower Manhattan."
Positive"This user recalled Xixa having a great and memorable large format goat neck dish, though they are unsure if it was a special or is still on the menu."
Positive"Xixa has a better cocktail menu than Traif if drinks are a priority. While Traif is found to be better overall, Xixa still offers good food."
Positive"Xixa, the sister restaurant to Traif, is considered slightly better by the commenter."
Positive"Xixa is mentioned as an upscale option for Mexican and Central American cuisine in NYC, recommended for those looking to explore this food category."
Positive"Xixa offers a 10-course prix fixe menu with a large amount of food for $55, though not all dishes were spectacular, the osso bucco carnitas was highly praised."
Neutral"The commenter listed Xixa as one of many restaurant recommendations."
Positive"Xixa is the recommended choice over Traif, offering a great deal with its set menu, and the portions are generous."
Positive"Xixa is recommended over Traif as it is the sister restaurant and considered better by the commenter."
Positive"Xixa is recommended for its green tea churro, which comes with two sauces including passion fruit."
Positive"The user simply recommends Xixa."
Neutral"The user suggests Xixa, Traif's sister restaurant, noting it offers similar pricing but with more Mexican-inspired dishes."
Neutral"The user recommends Xixa as another restaurant by the same owners as Traif."
Neutral"Xixa is recommended."
Positive"Xixa is mentioned alongside Traif as potentially offering the best course menu deals in NYC."
Positive"Xixa in Williamsburg is recommended for its tasting menu, which is priced under $70 per person after tip. Their aqua frescas are also highlighted as a delicious non-alcoholic beverage option."
Positive"Xixa is recommended, particularly for its churros, although the food is generally great despite the decor needing an update."
Positive"Xixa was listed as a recommendation."
Positive"The commenter mentioned that Xixa serves goat neck."
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