Lupe's East L.A. Kitchen — Restaurant in New York

Our Love Story (and Margaritas) Start at Lupe’s. It’s time to write a review for the most important restaurant in Soho NYC to me and my husband. Lupe’s isn’t just a place; it’s where our love grew, from dating to marriage. I’ll never forget how, when my husband was still my boyfriend, he’d always stop by before seeing me to grab a margarita. Three years later, it’s still his favorite bar,his ritual. After work, you’ll find him here, greeted by the kindest bartenders who treat him like family (and pour the most generous drinks). and of course the margaritas are the best in town!!! Period❤️❤️❤️

The corner spot, with its neon glow and lantern style lighting, feels like a secret hideaway romantic, cozy, and alive with energy. Summer nights on the patio under those red lights just so magic!

We’ve ordered takeout many times, but tonight we sat at my favorite corner table outside and had a proper feast: the vibrant shrimp salad, crispy fish tacos, tender beef tacos, and the most perfectly cooked fish plate. And the flan? Hands down the best, tortillas are so yummy 🤤 😋 and authentic, the taste just can bring you back to Mexico! Portions are generous, flavors are bright, and everything tastes impossibly fresh, no surprise, since the entire kitchen team is from Mexico.

But what makes Lupe’s special isn’t just the food or drinks，it’s the people. The staff radiates warmth, making every visit feel like coming home. You can always find the owner inside and make sure every dish and drink is perfect, so friendly to the customers. Lupe’s is the institution ❤️ Funny enough, if I ever can’t reach my husband? I know exactly where he’ll be: at Lupe’s, drink in hand, happy or (occasionally) mad at me. It’s his sanctuary.

To the team: Thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to many more years of tacos, margaritas, and memories. If you love Mexican food, Soho charm, or just feeling like family, Lupe’s is your spot. It’s not just a restaurant—it’s a piece...

While I’ve had good times and very decent food here (over 10 years ago), last night was a major disappointment...so much so, I may not return.

I ordered several dishes for delivery including veggie tacos, fish, shrimp. The food ranged from mediocre to “bad” and by bad I mean it didn’t taste right, like possibly not fresh. After a few bites, I couldn’t stomach anymore.

It wasn’t just me who felt this way. My dining companion didn’t enjoy the food either. They focused on the side salad and the rice. But even the rice and beans, be they refried beans or black beans, were dry and bland, at best.

In the 20 plus years I know Lupe’s, it’s never been a restaurant acclaimed city-wide for its food, but it was a dependable neighborhood standby. Still, I didn’t expect the subpar food experience they delivered. I was left apologizing to my diner companion for the meal. I don’t expect an apology back from Lupe’s, but I do hope the cooks there do a better job with the food—not for my...

This is the worst Mexican Restaurant I have ever eaten. the enchiladas suizas are not the real mexican dish, it tasted like tortilla dipped in green ketchup, then the waitress spills my husband's drink and states, "let me know if you want another one," she spilled it she should have replaced it, not ask him let me know if you want another one. I told her, to please replace it and she gave me the look of "how could we ask for another one", second they include the gratuity on your bill, not that I care, however if your server doesn't deserve it, the gratuity should not be included in the bill. the service and food is poor to say the least, I don't recommend anyone to eat there spend you money somewhere else where your server will be more friendly and deserves the gratuity, I will never eat there and for those that are looking for authentic this is not the place to go eat. I was very disappointed. I would rate this place a...