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El Nica Food in Beacon

El Nica Food in Beacon

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El Nica Food is a nicaraguan restaurant in Beacon, NY.

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Iyra Tarrodaychik -Google user

Edited 10 months ago

Our family has only had wonderful experiences at El Nica. Armando is the soulful chef of El Nica and his food is so flavorful,fresh and perfectly cooked- it truly comforts your soul. Armando recently catered a dinner party for our family and friends. He went...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Slaw, Steak, Sweet Plantain Boat, Carne Asadalo Ropa Viejal, Tajadas Con QuesoHighly recommendVegetarian menu or sectionSlaws, guacamole, fried cheese, tostones, maduros, rice and beans, plantain chipsPlenty of parkingFree street parkingArmando personally helped us bring a stroller upstairs

Miramar Lee Choy -Google user

2 years ago

El Nica is inside the Hudson Valley Food Hall and took over the space where Himalayan dumplings used to be. We came here to try Nicaraguan food and overall really enjoyed it. Highlight: Vigaron. Crunchy slaw, warm shredded pork, crispy pork rinds.

Dine inLunch$10–20Tostones Rellenos, Sweet Plantains

B. Astorga -Google user

2 years ago

Went there a Sunday afternoon with my husband. The closest Nicaraguan restaurant to NYC I’ve been able to find and I’m glad it was worth traveling to. We ordered carne asada and cacao drink. Both were delicious. We loved it so much we essentially...Read More

Dwight Kenneth -Google user

2 years ago

No frills joint with authentic Central American food! This place is the BOMB. Don’t have to say much. Go check it out for ya selves . Anything on the menu is great, service is quick, prices are a little higher than expected , but it’s...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

keir wynn -Google user

Edited a year ago

I loved the food. My family is from Nicaragua, and everyone thought the food was delicious. Will definitely be coming back again.

Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quesillo, Tostones RellenosThey had several gluten free options.

Stephanie -Google user

2 years ago

Absolutely delicious! Everything was so well-seasoned! The sauce on the pollo ala plancha was very good, slightly spicy. The steak was juicy and had lots of flavor. AND the quesillo was reminiscent of quesillo I had as a child in Miami. 5/5 highly recommend! Nicas...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quesillo, SlawMy kid is very picky but enjoyed the pollo ala plancha.

Cristi Zuniga -Google user

a year ago

So exciting to have a Nicaraguan place in NY!! It was so worth the travel and make a day trip out! The reminded me of home, recommend ordering the nacatamales before had so you can pick up the last Sunday.

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Sammy Malgar -Google user

a year ago

First time trying Nicaraguan Food, and I must say I'm obsessed! with so many flavors in each dish 10/10

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quesillo

Katie Kavallines -Google user

2 years ago

This is hands down one of the best places we’ve tried in Beacon. First time having Nicaraguan food and it definitely will not be the last!!! To say we were impressed is a gross understatement 10000000/10

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Cira Rivera -Google user

2 years ago

Yesterday my family I went to this Nicaraguan restaurant to eat it sure was worth the driving of 1 hour and 15 mins. Great food love the Appetizer, and tacos.

Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5

Alex C -Google user

2 years ago

Hands down the best Latin food I’ve had to date. Everything was done perfectly; even the fritters which I don’t typically even like! I got the platter for 2, the rice pudding, and the tamarind juice. All of it was perfect, I have no suggestions...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Justin DeMuro -Google user

2 years ago

Absolutely phenomenal. Really nice folks cooking the food, we had a friendly chat then I ordered the Carne Asada, which they told me was their signature dish BONUS yes I got a pic for y'all don't worry. But you'll need more than that to appreciate...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Jon Aguilar -Google user

11 months ago

El Nica has everything a Nicaraguan has been missing from his home cuisine. The Carne Asada and the Quesillo both were delicious and as if I were eating them in the streets of Managua. Definitely stop by if you are in the area!

LunchAtmosphere: 5Quesillo

Angela Morel -Google user

2 years ago

Amazing !!!!!! You MUST go up to Beacon and give it a try! It’s an authentic experience, quick and friendly service. Typical dishes from Nicaragua are spot on. The quesillo had a twist to it and I loved it. Continue the great work.

Dine inLunch$10–20

akane stewart -Google user

2 years ago

The food was really good and fresh. I got the Carne asada with the purple slaw. Super tender and seasoned just right. The guy running the stall for the night was super sweet and gave really fast service for being the only one there.

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5There on the first level and tables are available there as well.

Karina Krepp -Google user

a year ago

If you want to travel by taste bud head over to El Nica. Nica style delicious and all made with care. We got the pollo a la plancha. It was a FULL plate of delicious food. Juicy chicken and winner of the best Cole slaw...Read More

Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 4

Kenton Gewecke -Google user

a year ago

Wow. Every bite was heaven. Seriously. I went to Beacon for a day trip from NYC and after going to Dia and hiking I came here because of the reviews and legit I want to leave a 10 star review of this food. I got...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Tostones Rellenos

Kev G -Google user

3 years ago

Have never had food from Nicaragua, but I will be from now on. Nica is amazing. Had the Sweet plantain boat, Tostones rellenos, and a pincho. Everything was amazing. Tamarindo juice was fresh squeezed and not sugary. Highly recommend.

Vidhi Narine -Google user

3 years ago

Delicious food stall in the food hall. I've never had Nicaraguan food before and highly recommend this place to complete your trip to Beacon. Try the tostones rellenos and taquitos.

Dine inLunch$10–20

Alicia Tijerino -Google user

2 months ago

My friend and I came here a few years ago when we were visiting New York. Armando was very hospitable towards us and the food was the best! Recently ordered nacatamales and he shipped them out to me in California. You can tell he’s very...Read More

Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5Carne Asada, Slaw, Steak, Tajadas Con Queso, Churros, Sweet Plantains

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