Awesome tacos, huge amount of food, really fast and easy to order online and ready right away. I was only... read moreAwesome tacos, huge amount of food, really fast and easy to order online and ready right away. I was only inside briefly to pick up but it was a really cute place. Huge number of options for customizing tacos. It was a fantastic dinner. read less

My go-to Lunch Place! (Forget Chipotle!!) You won't even care for Chipotle after this place! The chicken is sooooo good! (all other 8 proteins are as... read moreYou won't even care for Chipotle after this place! The chicken is sooooo good! (all other 8 proteins are as well, but chicken is my fave) The ingredients they have are always fresh and tasty. The service is super quick even with super long lines. Give them a try! read less

Excellent quick Mexican. Chipotle is no comparison, even. Many more choices, spiced meats, veggies. The tacos in blue tortillas... yum!... read moreExcellent quick Mexican. Chipotle is no comparison, even. Many more choices, spiced meats, veggies. The tacos in blue tortillas... yum! And greeted with happy people who know they have good food to serve you. Not a chain. Makes a difference! read less

Needed a fix on my craving for Mexican food and this place nailed it. Super fast delivery and very easy... read moreNeeded a fix on my craving for Mexican food and this place nailed it. Super fast delivery and very easy to order from the Yelp app. Their chips were my favorite- crispy with a little bit of salt. And their salsa roja is one of the best salsas I've had in a while. Will definitely order again! read less

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

The best tacos in NYC hands down!! I was so hungry one day I was browsing the city and came... read moreThe best tacos in NYC hands down!! I was so hungry one day I was browsing the city and came across this hidden gem!! I was a little skeptical because I never heard of this place and I'm very particular about my tacos/food!! The place was clean, the staff was nice, friendly, and straight to the point!! The tacos??? Mmmm didn't disappoint!! I can't wait to go back so I can give a better review with pics!! I took the food to go and when I got home I ate and didn't even get a picture:( read less

I highly recommend this Cuisine, really good food and friendly staff. I'll be back for sure.

OMG is this the best quick serve Mexican. Super fresh. Super tasty.
Guacamole is perfection.
Eat here !

Fresh ingredients. Food in minutes. Reasonable price. Steak desmenuzado burrito with chipotle sauce was huge and very delish.

Came here on a Saturday afternoon... Not much seating, but was not that much crowded when I went... Just like... read moreCame here on a Saturday afternoon... Not much seating, but was not that much crowded when I went... Just like Chipotle, you can pick what you want in your burrito/burrito bowl... The food is very good... Will def be coming back the next time I'm in town. Will bring family and friends... read less

Found this place walking along 8th Ave on the way to Shubert Theater, it had an A rating, and I... read moreFound this place walking along 8th Ave on the way to Shubert Theater, it had an A rating, and I love Mexican food. This place did not disappoint at all! I had the chicken quesadillas and my aunt a chicken burrito in a bowl (aka salad, lol). We both enjoyed the food very much, and the customer service was very good!
Highly recommend this place read less

If you are looking for a delicious and healthier alternative to chipotle. This is the place for you. This place... read moreIf you are looking for a delicious and healthier alternative to chipotle. This is the place for you. This place has amazing food with just the right amount of seasoning on their items. I always get the naked burrito with the tortilla on the side. The ingredients are always so fresh and flavorful. I have been there a handful of times and to be honest every time I visit the food just gets better and better. The guacamole is so fresh and delicious and my favorite part is there chipotle crema. It has the right amount of tangy and spice. Let's not forget the staff in there. EVERYONE IS GREAT WITH AN AMAZING ATTITUDE. It makes you want to come back. They treat you like family there. They are always smiling, always willing to answer questions and explain what the items they sell are. They also rrecommend things you should try based on what you order which is cool too. I don't know why this place has a 4 star and not a 5 star because they truly deserve 10 stars. Thank you very much for the delicious food and continue providing the best customer service to the people that visit this establishment! You guys are doing an amazing job!!! read less

Great place. This is my go to place in New York. I have always had an amazing experience and the... read moreGreat place. This is my go to place in New York. I have always had an amazing experience and the food is excellent. Highly recommend. read less

After reading various reviews, I decided to try Blue Maiz out and I am so happy I did. I walked... read moreAfter reading various reviews, I decided to try Blue Maiz out and I am so happy I did. I walked in around noon to a very small line and happy workers. Plenty of tables were open too. The Naked Burrito is fresh and delicious and the chips are crispy, thick, and hold up to scooping. I'm highly impressed by the large lime I got, too. Often it's so tiny but I'm pretty sure I got a whole one. Price is good for the area. I've already recommended it to my coworkers. I will definitely be back! read less

I swear I can't get enough of this place. I finally tried their burrito and it was just as good... read moreI swear I can't get enough of this place. I finally tried their burrito and it was just as good as the bowl. If you are in the area go go go. read less

I was craving a burrito late at night, and this place did not disappoint! The staff was so friendly and... read moreI was craving a burrito late at night, and this place did not disappoint! The staff was so friendly and quickly prepared the food. Everything was very, very fresh and extremely flavorful! I'm vegetarian, and the sautéed peppers and onions hit different. I also added the chipotle crema sauce because I love literally anything spicy, and it added so much flavor to my meal. The prices were good for what we got, and I would recommend this place to anyone in the area. My only complaint would be that they didn't have extra hot sauce (tabasco, or my favorite, cholula). It's only because I put it on everything. Overall, great experience and even better food. 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

it's been a while,but once again Excellent naked burrito bowl. Friendly staff and helpful. Alot better than Chipotle.

Friendly, quick, clean service. Tastier then Chipotle; alot fresher in my opinion. Ample seating and generous portions for the price.... read moreFriendly, quick, clean service. Tastier then Chipotle; alot fresher in my opinion. Ample seating and generous portions for the price. I ordered the vegetarian quesadillas for 10$. Will 100% return here to try the other dishes :) 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

such a good, authentic mexican spot near times square! the online ordering process is so easy and my order was... read moresuch a good, authentic mexican spot near times square! the online ordering process is so easy and my order was ready when I got there. the staff was very welcoming. if you are dining in, it is set up as a build your own mexican dish, much like chipotle or qdoba, but authentic. the portions are sizeable. I will definitely be coming back! 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

The hubby found this place which in itself was surprising. What a great find and literally just across the corner... read moreThe hubby found this place which in itself was surprising. What a great find and literally just across the corner street. Delicious authentic Mexican food in a friendly atmosphere. What more could you want? He had a naked burrito and I had a rice bowl. Both delicious and reasonably priced. We took some soup and a flan to go. Definitely a place we'd recommend. 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

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

I like their salad a lot. A good place for vegetarians with a very big portion.
Nachos are good too!... read moreI like their salad a lot. A good place for vegetarians with a very big portion.
Nachos are good too! They bake them with cheese and it's yum. Tip: ask them to put beans after baking nachos, it will save you from nachos going soggy!
I am a frequent visitor here, loveit! 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

Finally, the holy grail of assembly line style Mexican restaurants. Over the years, chains like Chipotle and more recently, Dos... read moreFinally, the holy grail of assembly line style Mexican restaurants. Over the years, chains like Chipotle and more recently, Dos Toros have become massively popular, but unlike its more trendy counterparts, Blue Maiz is a single, standalone shop, which I think helps it maintain a higher quality standard. I should add that the food also feels more real, contrasting with the homogenized ingredients that you find in chains.
The first thing I noticed was how much larger the portions are. For something during busy lunch hours, I'm used to seeing people throw a lazy scoop of meat onto your order and calling it a day, but here, you can expect at least once full scoop, if not 2-3, which really makes me feel like I'm getting a good bang for my buck. The rest of the ingredients are added with simailar levels of generosity, which ultimately creates an order that you'll find quite heavy in your hand. You might have to be a bit more proactive while ordering through the line if you want something extra, but I appreciate the efficiency of their service, and I can't blame them for trying to handle the Midtown lunch train.
The other thing I really appreciate is the diversity of options. As a big chorizo fan, I was ecstatic to find that this place offers chorizo (and it's pretty good), as well as some more authentically marinated and shredded meats. They also offer nachos that get pretty well loaded, and their quesadillas are far superior to anything I've seen at Dos Toros. There are also a few more options for sides and drinks that resemble stuff that you'd see at a more traditional Mexican restaurant (no horchata though), which I'm a big fan of.
Given the expanded options, improved quality, and huge portions, I don't see myself ever going back to Dos Toros or Chipotle, as all three of these restaurants compete within a couple block radius. My only regret is not discovering this place a lot earlier, as I think I would have saved myself from many sad burritos. Maybe I'll update this after I've sampled more options, but for now, I'm already pretty confident that this is it. read less

This place is AMAZING. Once you eat here you won't eat chipotle again. The food is so fresh and delicious.... read moreThis place is AMAZING. Once you eat here you won't eat chipotle again. The food is so fresh and delicious. Their corn salad is so good as well. I literally travel to get this for lunch when I'm at work that's how good it is. I would definitely recommend everyone to try it you will not be disappointed. read less

This has been my go-to Mexican spot ever since Chipotle started having problems with their produce and these guys have... read moreThis has been my go-to Mexican spot ever since Chipotle started having problems with their produce and these guys have been consistently awesome. I would not compare this place to Chipotle. That would be like comparing your grandma's food to McDonald's. Both have certain appeal but I think most would see my point.
My favorites here are the grilled chicken quesadillas and steak burrito bowls (called naked burritos.) The chicken has a very satisfying smokiness to it and the steak is juicy and tender. All of their salsas are very flavorful and fresh (Beware: their hottest salsa is super hot and super good if you're into that.) The guacamole is also pretty good. The staff is always polite and the pricing is on point. read less