Michelin-starred wood-fired Mexican in Greenpoint. Creative tacos, amazing tuna tostada, and unique frozen cocktails.
Enjoy Michelin-starred Mexican cuisine at Oxomoco in Greenpoint, which focuses on wood-fired dishes with creative taco options and offers frozen drinks.
This Michelin-starred Mexican eatery in Greenpoint delivers a vibrant, wood-fired dining experience. Known for creative tacos and a lively atmosphere, it impresses with dishes like the tuna tostada and smoky corn tlayuda. Frozen cocktails add a unique touch to this standout establishment.
Oxomoco offers an impressive wood-fired Mexican menu, with a strong emphasis on creative tacos and regional specialties. Many praise dishes like the tuna tostada and lamb barbacoa tacos. However, a few diners have found the tacos to be less impressive or overpriced, and some have noted a preference for other dishes over them.
"Highly recommended dishes include the tuna tostada, lamb barbacoa tacos, and the wood-fired Caesar salad. Other praised items are the pork chop with mole and mushroom/swordfish tacos."
Overall, customers have a very positive sentiment towards Oxomoco, frequently praising its creative wood-fired Mexican cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. While most reviews are glowing, a few mention that tacos can be underwhelming or overpriced.
Important Note
Some diners have found the tacos to be flavorless or overpriced, and there have been mentions of menu changes after a kitchen fire impacting the dining experience. Additionally, there's a note about it being potentially more suited for group outings than intimate dates.
"This commenter found Oxomoco to be disappointing and questioned its Michelin star status, especially after a kitchen fire that altered the menu."
Negative"This user stated that Oxomoco was great before a kitchen fire but felt the menu changes afterward were not an improvement, though they hoped it has since changed back."
Neutral"The original poster noted that Oxomoco has received varying reviews."
Neutral"This user found Oxomoco to feel a bit too casual for their preference."
Negative"This user suggested Oxomoco as a potential alternative to Le Crocodile and Laser Wolf."
Positive"This user highly recommends Oxomoco, praising the incredible food and specifically recalling very good chilaquiles and a great vibe."
Positive"Oxomoco was recommended as a more elevated Mexican restaurant that is also suitable for birthday celebrations."
Positive"This commenter feels Oxomoco is great for local Greenpointers but not worth traveling to."
Neutral"While enjoying Oxomoco personally, this commenter understands why others might find it more Bib Gourmand level than star-worthy."
Neutral"Acknowledged the negative service experience at Oxomoco."
Neutral"This commenter felt Oxomoco had 'awful, Miami vibes'."
Negative"Described a negative experience at Oxomoco, citing a long wait for drink orders and rude service, stating they would not return."
Negative"Recalled Oxomoco being exceptional pre-pandemic but could not comment on its current state."
Neutral"This commenter hopes Oxomoco loses a star, describing it as one of the worst meals they've ever had in the city."
Negative"While the food at Oxomoco is considered amazing, it's perceived as more suitable for group outings rather than intimate couple's dates."
Neutral"This commenter recommends Oxomoco."
Positive"This commenter definitively recommends Oxomoco."
Positive"This commenter recommended Oxomoco in Greenpoint."
Positive"Oxomoco is listed as a recommendation for unpretentious, tasty food."
Positive"Oxomoco is listed as a recommendation for restaurants that offer unpretentious, tasty food."
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