Curbside Mexican Grill — Restaurant in Town of Hempstead

I've been a couple times, fun, quirky atmosphere. Crunchwraps...whhhaaaaat!!! Good tacos, gluten free options, all around quality stuff. So this is a bummer.....I went today to do the crunch wrap food challenge. Two of us were gonna try it, and another friend just was there for support and some food.

The crunch wrap that comes with this challenge in my opinion is not that great. It was super dry, not very much flavor at all outside of the BBQ sauce which I was kinda mad was in there. Had it not been there though the wrap would have been really boring. Instead is just wasn't tasty really at all. The fries a little of the same story, very dry, could have used more toppings etc. I get this is a food challenge, and I was here for it. But the food challenge at a Mexican restaurant had very little to do with Mexican food.

I left the challenge (not finishing) still feeling hungry actually because I stopped eating not because I was full, but because I just wasn't enjoying the food. I ended up eating my friends birria crunch wrap which was really good, and paying a ton of money for the unfinished challenge, of dry, one note, lack luster, gimmicky "BBQ".

I know what I signed up for, I love watching food challenges and I have done a few others. I expected better from this one, and it left me feeling bummed I wasted the time and money when I just should have gotten any one of their other totally good crunch wraps or tacos.

If you're looking for a fun lunch spot, deals on taco tuesdays, or are in the area 100% would recommend checking this place out. And whatever wrap that is on the challenge I would...

I was driving down Long Beach Road in Hempstead when I stopped at a red light. The wife and I, both, noticed an edifice with a color sign that said Curbside (Mexican Grill). We were both hungry, so we parked the car and went inside. As I've stated in previous reviews, I do appreciate a welcoming host as it makes the whole dining experience, at least to me, a bit more memorable. Our host this day, pretty stoic, but hey not everyone is Bob Barker (I aged myself)!

The decor is colorful and inviting-- Mexican motif.

The important thing is the food, right? I ordered a Al Pastor bowl and my wife had the fit fajita bowl. The bowls were pleasantly tasteful and fulfilling. Our picky daughter ate every spoonful we gave her. The deserts were also very creative and delicious. We had the rainbow cake empanada and the apple pie empanada. They came out straight out of the oven (?).

I liked that there was a wall where one can donate food to the less fortunate. It's very kind.

Also, the gentlemen who cook in the back let my daughter and wife use the restroom. They were very friendly towards her and I appreciate that. While I waited for them to come out, I chatted with the gentleman from Honduras and he shared his enjoyment making tasty food.

I give the food a 4/5 as I need to return again to taste the other dishes. (wifey wanted me to add that the food came...

NOTE: Curbside is temporarily closed as of March 2022 due to a fire!!! They have a GoFundMe if you want to donate. They will reopen, as the damage was not really bad.

I love this place. I live close by, within a very short walk. They do deliver though. So glad this place is nearby. About the food. It's delicious!! Generous servings and always fresh. You will find unique variations on classic Tex Mex. I love the Cowboy Quesadilla, avocado fries and the burritos are so good. One burrito has french fries in it, sounds strange but it was sooo good. Also, Curbside Cobb Salad, huge, fresh salad.. My only wish is that they would include cilantro in their food where applicable. I realize though that not everyone likes the taste. But overall this place is five stars. UPDATE: CURBSIDE IS OPEN AS...