Their chicken quesadillas!!!! So good. And so affordable. Especially for midtown manhattan. A good amount of food,... read moreTheir chicken quesadillas!!!! So good. And so affordable. Especially for midtown manhattan. A good amount of food, decent price and the food is really good. Shared with my coworkers and they all loved it. Favorite cheat day meal read less

Love their service and food! Authentic mexican food with great flavors and a ton of sauces to choose from! This... read moreLove their service and food! Authentic mexican food with great flavors and a ton of sauces to choose from! This my go-to spot, portion is huge! read less

Tasty food!
Clean establishment!
Great service!
Clean restrooms!
Colorful decor!
Vegan options!
Pricey for the cuisine but that's NYC for you & Im sure... read moreTasty food!
Clean establishment!
Great service!
Clean restrooms!
Colorful decor!
Vegan options!
Pricey for the cuisine but that's NYC for you & Im sure the rent is high!
Set-up like a mom & pop Chipotle.
Great flavor and spice levels (I requested medium) but low on salt so DO NOT discard the salt packet which accompanies your disposable utensils. I could eat the onions, peppers, with brown rice and guacamole by itself on repeat. The beverages are pricey; but I guess that's NYC. I almost always carry a bottle of water wherever I go; but I didn't. They wanted $2.00 for a 16.9 ounce bottle of water - it's a no for me, friends.
I'm glad to be able to support a small NYC business. read less

Came here on a Monday afternoon for lunch and was so happy that I chose this over Chipotle! Blue Maiz... read moreCame here on a Monday afternoon for lunch and was so happy that I chose this over Chipotle! Blue Maiz is a fairly large restaurant and there is a decent amount of seating.
I ordered a naked bowl with brown rice, grilled chicken, lettuce, cheese, vegetables and onions, pico de Gallo, spinach, and the medium green sauce. I also checked in with Yelp and received a bag of chips with salsa. I liked the mildest salsa better than the green salsa because it tasted more like salsa that I am used to, but both were good. My bowl was heaping full and I couldn't even mix it, but it was so delicious and warm. It was definitely a lot more generous than Chipotle, which I have noticed has been giving smaller portions lately. Although slightly more pricey, it was worth it.
The chips were a lot more than I expected and I was unable to finish them, so I brought them home. They were so crunchy and did not taste overly oily.
The restroom was clean and the restaurant itself was also very clean. I liked the lighting as well. Workers were nice. I left feeling satisfied and had an enjoyable experience.
Would could back to try the other food they have! read less

Yum. This fresh, authentic, Mexican place did not disappoint. Loved the tacos, the burrito was huge! My daughter only ate... read moreYum. This fresh, authentic, Mexican place did not disappoint. Loved the tacos, the burrito was huge! My daughter only ate about half. Cheese quesadilla was very delicious as well. Love that they have Seniorial sangria. It's my fave. Try it, you won't be disappointed. read less

Blue Maiz catered an event for me today and it was fantastic. They came when they said they would, the... read moreBlue Maiz catered an event for me today and it was fantastic. They came when they said they would, the portions were very generous, and everyone loved the food. read less

Great food and very affordable for NYC! I recommend the chicken nachos and steak tacos.

Stopped for a quick breakfast and it did not disappoint. Tortillas were fresh and they had 4 good salsa choices.

The big sign outside of the establishment caught my attention and the food kept it.
The restaurant is very colorful and... read moreThe big sign outside of the establishment caught my attention and the food kept it.
The restaurant is very colorful and I feel that it appeals both to traditional Mexicans (as my Mexican friend mentioned) and to tourists alike. The LED lights and Mexican-oriented decorations made the space very inviting. The workers are also very friendly and helpful, especially to those who prefer service in Spanish. I ordered the enchiladas verdes and a Jarritos soda for about $20.
I really enjoyed looking at the meal as I received it because the presentation was spot on: the portions were plentiful and organized, the sauces and cheeses brought it all together, and the colors of it all made it very attractive.
The rice and beans are usually very standard sides, but here they were a bit more than that. The brown rice was extremely moist (in a good way) and it held the flavor of everything around it for dear life. I was able to grab the flavors of the enchilada sauce, the bean sauce, and the juices of the pico de gallo in one forkful along with the taste and texture of the rice. The beans were also prepared very well. They had their sufficient seasonings and the warmth of it all improved the texture immensely. The bean sauce certainly struck me with its flavor, which hasn't been very common to me.
The enchiladas were top tier to say the least. The tortillas weren't hard shell, but they had a bit of crunch or crack to it which made them ideal for holding the chicken and for providing essential texture under the abundance of enchilada sauce. The enchilada sauce had me hooked from the start with its subtle spice and potent flavor. I've always asked myself whether I preferred verde or mole and this meal answered the question for me. The chicken wasn't neglected at all: on its own it held flavor but it didn't necessarily compete with the flavors of the rest of the meal. The overall taste reflected great seasoning control at the hand of the chef.
My friend bought some churros for the group (thank you Perry!) and they put the icing on the cake for me. They were prepared fresh and they almost melted in your mouth as you chew them. The sweetness was just right and the caramel sauce (which tasted like they came from those small caramel candies that all of our parents and grandparents came to love) provided not only additional flavor without excessive sweetness, but a bit more texture to the churros.
In the end, I can definitely say I enjoyed the experience and I would love to return and recommend. read less

My Burrito w chorizo was great! The customer service team was helpful with my decision on what to eat.

The best thing about Blue Maiz is there they are not stingy when it comes to the toppings!!
So. Much. FOOD.
This... read moreThe best thing about Blue Maiz is there they are not stingy when it comes to the toppings!!
So. Much. FOOD.
This place is similar to Chipotle, but BETTER to me! Blue Maiz offers bowls that you can create with your favorite meats and veggies and they give you PLENTY OF IT.
My naked burrito bowl included shredded chicken, fajita veggies, onions, lettuce, sour cream, corn salsa, guacamole, and cheese. I'm happy that I was able to get elotes as well!
Took me two times to eat and I still didn't finish! read less

Great for a cheap and quick eat! We went here on our first evening in NYC as it was around the corner from the hotel we were... read moreWe went here on our first evening in NYC as it was around the corner from the hotel we were staying at and we were tired so just wanted something quick. It was great, we got a burrito bowl and a burrito! The burrito bowl was huge and really nice. Fast cheap and nice food. read less

Excellent flavors. Got the steak burrito. Ponto beans are delicious. Coming from Dallas and knowing good tex-mex,... read moreExcellent flavors. Got the steak burrito. Ponto beans are delicious. Coming from Dallas and knowing good tex-mex, this place is up there. Reminded me of Freebirds (if any NY'er visits Dallas, hit Freebirds up...you'll be transported back to this Blue Maiz). read less

This is the best Mexican food I have ever had. The enchiladas are incredible. The staff is great. Every time... read moreThis is the best Mexican food I have ever had. The enchiladas are incredible. The staff is great. Every time I am in New York I make an effort to go here. read less

This place doesn't even need an extra long review. If you are looking for delicious, mouth-watering, joy-to-your-tastebuds, authentic Mexican food,... read moreThis place doesn't even need an extra long review. If you are looking for delicious, mouth-watering, joy-to-your-tastebuds, authentic Mexican food, THIS is your place. THIS is where you want to be for lunch or even your dinner if you're looking for a quick bite to eat before heading home after work.
P.S: Check in every single time for 10% off your meal. read less

We were staying at a hotel close by and we're craving nachos about 8 pm. We had Grubhub deliver the... read moreWe were staying at a hotel close by and we're craving nachos about 8 pm. We had Grubhub deliver the chicken nachos and shredded beef quesadilla. They were both absolutely delicious!!! Fresh, delicious and hit the spot! read less

We ordered delivery. Food was delicious and hot. I ordered the tortilla chicken soup and it had tons... read moreWe ordered delivery. Food was delicious and hot. I ordered the tortilla chicken soup and it had tons of chicken and spicy broth. I also had the deconstructed burrito bowl and added additional protein. It came with tons of chicken everything had tons of spice. read less

We got two quesadillas delivered and they were seriously DELICIOUS. it came with plenty of salsa, sour cream and guacamole.

Was pleasantly surprised by this place! Good quality is way better than Chipitle or Qdoba. The staff was really friendly... read moreWas pleasantly surprised by this place! Good quality is way better than Chipitle or Qdoba. The staff was really friendly as well. Had a great experience. read less

Blue ribbon Mexican food We sampled the burrito, blue tacos, nachos and quesadillas. I can and will recommend it all. After exchanging a very... read moreWe sampled the burrito, blue tacos, nachos and quesadillas. I can and will recommend it all. After exchanging a very reasonable amount of doubloons we retreated back to our lodgings and began our feast. At one point a rather seductive blue taco kissed my cheek as I was enjoying the company of a hot burrito rather than retreat to the safety of the well loved nachos I decided to invite her to join us what ensued was a ménage à trois of Mexican pleasure that lasted the whole night.
Can’t wait to do it again read less

Okay this is THE BEST build your own place in town. Blue Maiz is my favorite Midtown lunch spot. It... read moreOkay this is THE BEST build your own place in town. Blue Maiz is my favorite Midtown lunch spot. It is consistent as heck and SO MUCH better than Chipotle. The staff is so sweet and helpful. The portions are huge! I have nothing negative to say about this place and I tell all my friends to visit. read less

Chipotle who? This place rocks!!! Delicious fresh ingredients and definitely a huge portion for what you pay. You don't get... read moreChipotle who? This place rocks!!! Delicious fresh ingredients and definitely a huge portion for what you pay. You don't get that ugh I feel gross and I hate myself feeling after eating it at all. I love the options that they have and it's awesome that they even have Elote! Of course guacamole is extra but cmon when isn't it extra?! It's delicious - it's worth it- can't wait to go back again! Just hate the location but hey very convenient if you're going to watch a broadway play! read less

Ordering process and large portions are similar to Chipotle but the food quality is far superior. The meats are better... read moreOrdering process and large portions are similar to Chipotle but the food quality is far superior. The meats are better seasoned, the Asada was very good. Salsa options are tastier and spicier if you desire. Veggies are crisp and fresh. In all a healthy (if you order that way), tasty and great bang for the buck. I feel much better giving my business to Blue Maiz then a giant chain owned by McDonalds. read less

Guy serving me was super nice as well as the cashier. I stopped because the sign said healthy lol but... read moreGuy serving me was super nice as well as the cashier. I stopped because the sign said healthy lol but the food is actually really good and tastes home made. Just what I was looking for. read less

I was helping my work out in New York and came across this great Mexican restaurant. The tacos were my... read moreI was helping my work out in New York and came across this great Mexican restaurant. The tacos were my favorite but watching everything they made, it all looked good to eat. read less

I walked in today after reading a few reviews on Yelp and looking at their food options. I... read moreI walked in today after reading a few reviews on Yelp and looking at their food options. I have to admit that my wife and I really enjoyed our meal here. I had the naked burrito and was very satisfied. Portions are big, customer service is good, food is delicious, and prices area not too steep. I enjoy whole nutritional foods and this was just right for me. Will definitely return. read less

Fantastic authentic Mexican food This place serves incredibly tasty Mexican food at a great price. If you're nearby then definitely check it out! The... read moreThis place serves incredibly tasty Mexican food at a great price. If you're nearby then definitely check it out! The soup was amazing, we'll be back! read less

Excellent food. Chipotle style, but authentic and fresh ingredients. Nice environment, great menu and friendly staff! Blue corn tacos, amazing... read moreExcellent food. Chipotle style, but authentic and fresh ingredients. Nice environment, great menu and friendly staff! Blue corn tacos, amazing street corn, multiple salsa options and inexpensive prices. Chorizo had great seasoning too. One of the better meals we had in New York, without spending a fortune. Try this place out, everyone who was with us enjoyed it and we ate for under $12 per person. read less

Very tasty Mexican food, ready for you to order in no time! Really nice burrito I had pulled pork with... read moreVery tasty Mexican food, ready for you to order in no time! Really nice burrito I had pulled pork with Verde sauce, not too hot but a nice warm feeling on the tongue. Really enjoyed it here and will come again! read less

Awesome, quick and fresh Mexican food. From the minute you walk in you realize this is a Chilpolte offshoot. I'm surprised to say this place is... read moreFrom the minute you walk in you realize this is a Chilpolte offshoot. I'm surprised to say this place is equal to or better than Chilpolte. We had two naked burritos which contained fresh tasting ingredients and huge portions.
Their seasoning seems more refined than Chipotle and the quality of ingredients is equal.
The price point is good as well.
Service was friendly.
We had a carnitas and shredded beef naked burritos. Both highly recommended.
They offer regular burritos,tacos,enchiladas and salads.
This is a great choice for quick bite in Port Authority area. read less