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Authentic Mexican Food in Midtown New York City
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Chimichanga Plate
Flour tortilla filled with cheese and your choice of meat, rolled up like a burrito and then fried.
Burrito Plate
Flour tortilla stuffed with meat, rice, beans, and salsa.
Shrimp Fajitas
Sauteed jumbo shrimps, bell peppers and onions. Includes choice of rice and beans. Served with a side of pico de gallo. sour cream, guacamole and (2) flour tortillas.
Testimonial
What Our Customers Say!
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Great place, very reasonable in the capital of over-priced food. Very nice folks too. Highly recommend. 
Kent J.7/06/2019Tasty 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
Tanya T.11/26/2021Tasted Better than chipotle...happened to just walk by one night. It did not stand out among all the other shops... read moreTasted Better than chipotle...happened to just walk by one night. It did not stand out among all the other shops and restaurants but they should get more signage...very under rated. Food tasted freshly made not fatty. Came here 2 days in a row ha read less 
Erica R.6/20/2021 - 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
Mary W.5/29/2021This 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
Lisa M.2/21/2018We 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 Jeannine D.11/08/2019 - NYC on a budget can be tough until you discover places like this. We were able to eat for a... read moreNYC on a budget can be tough until you discover places like this. We were able to eat for a reasonable price, but ate like royalty. The staff were kind and made the ordering process easy. The food was wonderful and what I expected from a restaurant of this style. read less
Haylee V.1/28/2018Awesome 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 
Elissa W.2/28/2022OMG is this the best quick serve Mexican. Super fresh. Super tasty.
Guacamole is perfection.
Eat here !
Heather R.1/05/2019 - 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 Avi K.6/04/2019Excellent 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 Brad R.2/13/2019Chipotle 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
Heather S.9/17/2018 - Fresh ingredients. Food in minutes. Reasonable price. Steak desmenuzado burrito with chipotle sauce was huge and very delish.
Josh R.10/13/2018This is a great place!!! Fresh, authentic Mexican food. Friendly service. Clean bathroom!!!
A better alternative to Chipotle at better prices.... read moreThis is a great place!!! Fresh, authentic Mexican food. Friendly service. Clean bathroom!!!
A better alternative to Chipotle at better prices.
A definite must-go if you need a quick meal and are hankering for Mexican. read less
Ren Z.8/28/2021Amazing food, a far superior version of Chipotle! Prices are same as chipotle but guac and a lot more sauces... read moreAmazing food, a far superior version of Chipotle! Prices are same as chipotle but guac and a lot more sauces are included, and ironically, their chipotle sauce is definitely worth a try!! read less 
Devansh G.3/10/2018 - 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
Sharlene S.12/11/2018
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
Paulguyinnj7/06/2018Freshest most authentic Mexican in the area. It blows Chipotle out of the water. Service is quick and friendly and... read moreFreshest most authentic Mexican in the area. It blows Chipotle out of the water. Service is quick and friendly and the place is extremely clean. Definitely recommend! read less 
Lauren S.9/04/2018 - 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
Vanessa R.2/12/2019Their 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 
Yvette R.4/26/2018Excellent food, like chipotle but way better. Nice environment, great choices, great staff! Brad R.2/17/2018 - 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
Christa M.3/17/2019Tasty tacos, perfectly seasoned Guacamole and a nice taco salad delivered FAST in Chelsea. The blue corn option might be... read moreTasty tacos, perfectly seasoned Guacamole and a nice taco salad delivered FAST in Chelsea. The blue corn option might be what bring ya folks but the carnitas will make you a regular. Sangria delivered by the can too! Por supuesto el Blue Maíz! read less 
David A.5/04/2019Great 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 
Katelyn C6/01/2018 - 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
Chip L.8/25/2019So tasty. Fast, friendly service. I asked for everything but they left out beans. Had a lot of trouble making... read moreSo tasty. Fast, friendly service. I asked for everything but they left out beans. Had a lot of trouble making an online order so that should be improved. But was so delicious that I will go back! read less David C.4/08/2022Very good! Burritos, tacos, and naked (i.e., burrito bowl). Very sizeable portions, fresh ingredients, fast and friendly service. The 10%... read moreVery good! Burritos, tacos, and naked (i.e., burrito bowl). Very sizeable portions, fresh ingredients, fast and friendly service. The 10% check-in discount definitely didn't hurt, although prices were reasonable. Choice of salsas was great, larger than a certain franchise located across the street. The franchise across the street has a certain distinct flavor that I don't like, and Blue Maize just tasted like its ingredients, the way I'd expect it to. I didn't feel it was greasy and I'd definitely come back when I'm in the city. read less 
June S.7/05/2018 - 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
Erica W.9/29/2022Blue Maiz is one of my favorite, authentic Mexican spots in the heart of Midtown. With all of these chain... read moreBlue Maiz is one of my favorite, authentic Mexican spots in the heart of Midtown. With all of these chain Mexican, grab and go type spots popping up (Chipotle, Dos Toros, etc.), It's great to have an authentic style cuisine.
In the past, I have ordered chicken and steak quesadillas as well as chicken tacos, burritos and bowls. Their meats taste amazing - grilled to perfection. They make a to die for guacamole to top it off. I always top my order off with guac and chips.
Their food is moderately priced based on the location and surrounding competitors. Typically, lunch for me is north of $10 and south of $15 depending on what I order.
On a rare occasion, I will order a quesadilla and it will be sloppy - meaning it is dripping from the ingredients (from the onions and peppers). This generally happens when they're short handed, but it would never stop me from going back!
And, on top of that, they have such a friendly staff. The woman that works on Saturdays at the register is such a kind soul. She is very helpful and always in a good mood.
I definitely recommend Blue Maiz for authentic Mexican cuisine! read less
Matt L.2/09/2019Needed 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 
Carly F.5/24/2018
