¡Bienvenidos a todos!
Like the alleyways in Mexico City, where dimly lit cantinas and traditional restaurants are tucked away off the beaten path, El Kallejon is exactly what you would expect of its name.
Except this is New York City and the experience of El Kallejon is anything but traditional. Here, you will enjoy the rich flavors of fresh Mexican ingredients with twists that are reflective of this diverse city. Latin, Mediterranean, Japanese, and French culinary influences all shape that menu that our guests love!
Sit at the bar and enjoy our special selection of mezcales, sotoles, wine and artisanal handcrafted cocktails.
¡Salud y buen provecho!
Nestor Leon Fortanel
Cozy spot offering inventive Mexican small plates, cocktails, wines & a patio in a casual setting. Based on 328 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
209 E 117th St, New York, NY 10035
Phone: (646) 649-4795
Website: http://www.elkallejonlounge.com/
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Hours
| Tuesday |
4–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
4–10:30 PM |
| Thursday |
4–10:30 PM |
| Friday |
4–11 PM |
| Saturday |
4 PM–12 AM |
| Sunday |
1–9 PM |
| Monday |
Closed |
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Reviews
Chris C.
El Kallejon is delicious, unique, and authentic. You won’t find a truer New York City experience than in its realness and creativity. Everything from the shark, to the guacamole, to the ceviche takes you to Mexico in a way few others restaurants can. The drinks were delicious and well balanced. The service was friendly and prompt. The decor is very original and well done. I recommend El Kallejon to New Yorkers and tourists alike.
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Jeffrey Martinez
Small Cozy Mexican bar in East Harlem. This place was very pleasing the the eye when you walk inside. The owner and the bartender were very pleasant and the drinks and food were delicious. Overall a pleasant lil spot where you’ll leave happy and drunk!
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Megami Perez
The best Mexican food in New York, at least you have to try this restaurant. I love it .
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Gina Lee-Glauser
WOW WOW WOW My husband, nephew and I had an exceptionally fabulous dinner at the El Kallejon. Everything was so fresh and delightfully delicious. The service was equally excellent at their lovely place. We will be recommending this place to all our friends. We will be back again
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Charlie Rosas
The drinks and food here are very good. Love the Dulce Kamila cocktail and have been impressed with the ceviche. The service is hit or miss — I’ve been three times and it’s either been quite attentive or very slow/aloof/overwhelmed. Worth trying out!
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Lauren Lepore
We had the most wonderful dinner here. We got drink specials and a whole bunch of different options off of the menu. Everything was super fresh and cooked to perfection. The salmon ceviche was the best I’ve ever had. I tried the baby shark, a first for me, and it was better than I could have ever imaged. We also tried the brains and were a little apprehensive at first but it was a phenomenal dish. You could taste the love they put into their food.
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Georgia
Absolutely in love with this treasure of a place! The inside is decorated wonderfully and the tequila bar is well stocked. Their elevated Mexican cuisine is delicious and their specials always spark curiosity. 10/10
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Leslie Aquino
This place was amazing. They are very unique and their food is incredible. They serve small portions but it’s all about the taste of the food and that’s why it’s so important that is small plates, so you’re willing to try more dishes. Their service was great! Oh and the drinks, most made from tequila but never had anything like it.. in a very good way! Their style and decor really made you feel like you were in Mexico and so did the food!
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Jacob Shannon
Hands down some of the best Mexican food in all of nyc. Including outer Boros. Every dish was clearly thought out and packs so much flavor. I can’t get over how many different great dishes I got to try there. Have anything, the place is so good
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Yuriy Berezskyy
It was an amazing experience with authentic Mexican traditions and food. I would say it was one the best experience that I ever had. Food was so delicious, you can say that it was made with passion and knowledge. The cocktails were made with fresh fruits and good quality liquor, very delicious. Servers were so kind, explain everything and answer all our questions. In general a five stars experience, people and place look like you transport to México. We will be coming back soon!
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