elNico

I LOVE THIS PLACE. they have literally the best guac in the world (even better than the ones i tried in Mexico). The prices are ok, the decoration is so nice and cozy. It’s a must if you’re in Williamsburg.

Really cool rooftop restaurant with great food and great views. Staff were excellent. Food was delivered quick. Prices were reasonable. They didn’t make you feel like you had to be rushed out. Whether the balcony, the greenhouse or inside, the place was a vibe. Definitely recommend.

This place is 100% dog-friendly!
I was pleasantly surprised when they gave us a spot right in the center of the restaurant.. it’s rare, since most places usually send us to the patio when we’re with our dogs. The space is cozy and beautiful, the service was a 10/10, and the atmosphere was just perfect. I absolutely recommend it and can’t wait to go back!

We were *obsessed* with our experience here. The food was incredible, the drinks were creative and delicious, and the views were stunning. The outdoor area fills up fast (we came in at 6:30 on a Tuesday and it was already full) but the covered patio area was just as nice. Whoever our server was in that area was such a gem. Such a lovely guy!

It is with an immense amount of sadness to say that we did not have a good experience at elNico. Leading up to our reservation I had heard a lot of hype about this place, so going into it my expectations were high. It has the potential to be more than amazing, from the stunning Manhattan views, deliciously crafted cocktails, and flavorful Mexican food. Once we were seated (we had a res) we sat down at our table for about 30 minutes before anybody checked in on us. At this point, we still didn’t even get water which is the bare minimum. We had to go inside the main dining room to ask the bartender for drinks AND food. Once we sat down again they kept bringing out various dishes and cocktails that we didn’t even order. Once the food finally arrived, we still didn’t have any water so we asked for some. It was incredibly frustrating and I don’t think I will be back, unless some serious work can be done within the service department. Quality service is equally as important as the food and drinks in my personal opinion. I also want to quickly add that some of the drinks made at the bar seemed very skimpy… some glasses were only 3/4 full :/