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Maiz
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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Finally!!! Nachos done right. The chicken nachos were delish! And the street corn omg so good. My new fav mexican... read moreFinally!!! Nachos done right. The chicken nachos were delish! And the street corn omg so good. My new fav mexican spot. After living in Hell's Kitchen for 10 years I have finally found Great nachos. Almost like chipotle but better. read less 
Travis S.1/15/2018
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 
956edwards12/24/2018After 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 
Brooklynn K.1/03/2019 - Tasty 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.5/04/2019Excellent food, like chipotle but way better. Nice environment, great choices, great staff! 
Brad R.2/17/2018Excellent Mex food. Quesadillas delicious!! Tortillas homemade and guacamole was great. Staff friendly. Great little hidden treasure. 
Lisi C.12/31/2019 - Blue Maiz is a great addition to midtown west!
Super fast, super fresh burritos and Mexican salads. You can't go wrong... read moreBlue Maiz is a great addition to midtown west!
Super fast, super fresh burritos and Mexican salads. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu; it's all pretty satisfying, although I do highly recommend the chicken menuzada- it's bomb.
Burritos are the size of your head and THEN some.
Prices are good for the area. Ordering during lunchtime can be slow, but that's midtown for ya.
Delivery is quick and accurate. Guacamole is fresh and yummy. The beverage selection is lacking, but they do have some Mexican sodas in the fridge and that's cool. read less
Karen W.7/24/2018Amazing 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.3/10/2018Delicious food, quick and friendly service, beautiful decor and will have you leaving stuffed but wanting more! 
Jaidan M.7/09/2022 - 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
Kenny B.7/28/2018Guy 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.5/29/2021The true taste of Mexican food!! I used to teach in Mexico 2 years ago and when I took a... read moreThe true taste of Mexican food!! I used to teach in Mexico 2 years ago and when I took a bite of my taco it brought me right back to Monterey. Truly beautiful I loved it. read less 
Liz T.9/03/2019 - 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 Claire S.9/17/2019NYC 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.1/28/2018Great food for the price. There's a Chipotle across the street and there is a reason this place is able... read moreGreat food for the price. There's a Chipotle across the street and there is a reason this place is able to stay open using almost an identical business model. The food is definitely more authentic than Chipotle. I had a shredded chicken burrito which was huge and reaallllyyyy good. My girlfriend had the same and loved hers. We also had the street corn which was good, not sure if I would order again though. read less 
Matthew Q.6/26/2019 - 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
Iesha M.9/23/2019My Burrito w chorizo was great! The customer service team was helpful with my decision on what to eat. Aaron B.9/02/2018Great place, very reasonable in the capital of over-priced food. Very nice folks too. Highly recommend. Kent J.7/06/2019 - 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
Cptjamest12/26/2018The 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
Yves A.4/19/2022The 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 
Andrew F.4/30/2022 - 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
Jessica L.2/05/2022Came 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.6/04/2019Love 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 Su Y.8/26/2019 - When it comes to enchiladas, I consider myself a concierge. May I say, BEST enchiladas in town! Everything is just... read moreWhen it comes to enchiladas, I consider myself a concierge. May I say, BEST enchiladas in town! Everything is just right, the sauce, the amount of filling, the rice and pico that comes on the side. Hands down the best enchiladas I've had.
I order from Blue Maiz often while at work, and after telling my coworkers about them, they order from them now as well.
Their guac is also pretty good, and I enjoyed the chips with chipotle crema dip. This place is definitely a perfect substitute for Chipotle, and after I had Blue Maiz I haven't been back to Chipotle since. I would love to see Blue Maiz expand into other parts of Manhattan. read less
Michael A.11/09/2019My 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 
cherrisprite11/16/2018I 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 Eduardo G.10/08/2019 - I LOVE this place! SO much better than chipotle. I wish there were more locations but I'm lucky enough to... read moreI LOVE this place! SO much better than chipotle. I wish there were more locations but I'm lucky enough to have them near my office There are so many menu options to choose from, depending on your hunger level. I typically get chicken tacos (3), sometimes Mexican corn (it's okay but its no cafe Habana). The chicken tortilla soup is very much worth the midtown price. I've heard the salads and quesadillas are tasty as well. The food is fresh and filling--no complaints here. read less
Selena T.10/20/2018We got two quesadillas delivered and they were seriously DELICIOUS. it came with plenty of salsa, sour cream and guacamole. 
Mallori W.3/15/2018A while back I stumbled into Blue Maiz looking to just step off the noisy street for a moment. As... read moreA while back I stumbled into Blue Maiz looking to just step off the noisy street for a moment. As a result? I have found a quiet haven in Blue Maiz the last 3 times I've taken a bus from Port Authority. Never too crowded, with plenty of seating, always quick and friendly service and good sized burritos. Prices are (fairly) decent for the area. Would highly recommend over the overcrowded fast food chains in the area. read less 
Julia S.9/27/2019
