Vtg. East Village Tex-Mex w/ killer house-made tortillas & nostalgic Texas sheet cake.
Yellow Rose is a charming East Village spot specializing in Tex-Mex cuisine, with a vintage aesthetic that transports you back in time. Their house-made flour tortillas are a standout, forming the base for delicious tacos like shredded chicken verde and barbacoa. Don't miss the skirt steak and pepper quesadilla, and be sure to save room for their nostalgic Texas sheet cake with candied pecans.
The restaurant excels in Tex-Mex cuisine, with many recommending their tacos (barbacoa, breakfast tacos), queso, and particularly the Texas sheet cake. However, some reviews mention that certain taco fillings, like bean and cheese or carne guisada, can be mediocre, and some feel the quality has declined or is not on par with top-tier Tex-Mex from other cities.
"Highly recommended dishes include their house-made flour tortilla tacos (especially barbacoa and breakfast tacos), supreme queso, and the standout Texas sheet cake. Their frozen margaritas and roasted salsa also receive high praise."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently praising the authentic Tex-Mex flavors, especially the tacos and the acclaimed Texas sheet cake.
Important Note
Some patrons have noted a perceived decline in quality or that certain dishes, like some tacos, may not live up to the hype or are not as good as in other cities.
"After considering various options, the author chose Yellow Rose for Mexican food. While the bean and cheese tacos were not as good as previous experiences, the guacamole and enchiladas tejanas were great."
Positive"This commenter noted a decline in quality at Yellow Rose over the past few years, finding it overpriced and not as good. They still enjoy the vegan queso, despite not being vegan themselves."
Negative"This commenter stated they only enjoy the breakfast tacos at Yellow Rose."
Neutral"In contrast to other opinions, this commenter found the barbacoa taco at Yellow Rose to be one of the best beef preparations they've ever had."
Positive"Agreeing with a previous comment, this user found the tacos at Yellow Rose to be too salty."
Negative"This commenter found the tacos at Yellow Rose to be disappointing, describing them as dry and generally bad, despite enjoying the appetizers. They are considering giving it another try."
Negative"This commenter inquired if Yellow Rose has changed its tortillas, noting they used to be fresher and chewier but are less so now."
Neutral"This commenter believes that while CA may have better seasoning and meat preparation for tacos, NYC spots like Yellow Rose are comparable, though fresh tortillas are less common in NY."
Neutral"This commenter feels that while California may have better Mexican food on average, the best in NYC, including Yellow Rose, are on par. They find the comparison to 'mommy's home cooking' for those missing California food."
Neutral"A user recommends Yellow Rose for their Caesar salad, which includes tomatillo dressing, anchovies, and cotija cheese, and describes it as delicious."
Positive"The commenter suggested Yellow Rose as a potential catering option for the event."
Positive"This place is noted for having the best roasted salsa in the city, served with fresh chips."
Positive"Yellow Rose is mentioned as one of the favorite places in the area for breakfast."
Positive"Yellow Rose is listed as a recommended spot for burritos."
Positive"Yellow Rose is praised for its breakfast tacos and authentic Tex-Mex cuisine. Take-out is available, and the location is on 13th and 3rd Ave."
Positive"A user recommended Yellow Rose for Tex Mex. The comment was in response to a request for Tex Mex food."
Positive"This commenter recommended the bean and cheese tacos from Yellow Rose, also mentioning the queso as a great addition."
Positive"This commenter stated they have loved Yellow Rose for years."
Positive"This Tex-Mex restaurant is recommended for those seeking that type of cuisine."
Positive"This commenter mentioned Yellow Rose as one of the better Tex-Mex options in NYC, but still felt it didn't reach the caliber of top-tier places in cities like Austin."
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