24/7 Mexican fiesta w/ birria, cemitas & huge quesadillas. A must-try East Harlem culinary experience.
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico City at this East Harlem gem, a casual spot celebrated for its authentic cuisine. It's a go-to for delicious birria, hearty cemitas, and uniquely large quesadillas that are available around the clock. Don't miss out on their creative offerings like brain flautas and crab guacamole for a truly memorable meal.
This East Harlem Mexican restaurant offers a taste of Mexico City with standout dishes like birria and cemitas. Customers frequently recommend the cemitas and highlight the unusually large, 24-hour quesadillas. While some reviews were less impressed with the burritos, the overall food experience is positively received, including unique items like brain flautas and crab guacamole.
"The Cemita sandwiches are highly recommended, as are the unique and sizable quesadillas which are available 24 hours a day. Birria is also a standout dish."
Customers rave about the great vibes and drinks, with particular praise for the cemitas and birria. While some found the burritos underwhelming, the unique 24-hour quesadillas are a standout.
Important Note
The restaurant is noted to be better for Cemitas if expectations are adjusted, and some reviewers were not particularly impressed with their burritos.
"This commenter expressed interest in trying the cemitas at Ollin based on a previous recommendation."
Neutral"This commenter mentioned Ollin, suggesting it's better for Cemitas if you can adjust. They personally prefer quesadillas from a taco truck."
Neutral"User included Ollin in a list of potential taco spots."
Positive"Cafe Ollin has great vibes and drinks, but the reviewer was not particularly impressed with their burritos."
Neutral"Cafe Ollin in East Harlem is recommended for Mexican food, known for its ambiance and drinks."
Positive"The author recommends getting a Cemita sandwich from Ollin in Harlem as a superior sandwich choice."
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