Trendy outdoor Mexican eatery & bar with lively events & a palm-studded seating area on the bay.
At a glance
#270 of 756 Restaurants in New YorkLocalGuideWorld score: 4.40
Rating breakdown
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5 ★74%
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4 ★10%
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3 ★4%
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2 ★4%
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1 ★8%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of GITANO Island?
- GITANO Island is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 798 reviews.
- How does GITANO Island rank in New York?
- GITANO Island is #270 of 756 Restaurants in New York by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is GITANO Island located?
- 125 Carder Rd, New York, NY 10004, United States — 6.6 km from the center of New York.
- How can I contact GITANO Island?
- Phone: +1 212-370-1475 · Website: gitano.com
The guacamole was a lot better than expected. We had the cocktail bowl of the gitanos margarita (it could have def been stronger and too much ice). The food was quite good. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. The vibe and decor of the place was fun. The disco ball in the middle was a highlight of the place. Music had us dancing. It's a shame it ends at 11pm. The location was pretty easy to get to by the ferry ,about 10 mns altogether from the dock.
Carlos is Excellent! He was quick and informative. We got our food and it was great - I especially loved his recommendation for the Shrimp Taco. Gitano is awesome - ask for Carlos!
Pros:
The property is beautiful. The bar is beautiful. The beach is spacious with lots of pockets of people. The views are stunning! They really did such a great job w the design and layout of this property. Bathrooms are super clean.
Non pros:
They shouldn’t market themselves as a beach club, they are not. Renting a daybed here isn’t worth it because they aren’t in the sun.
Our waiter could not tell us abt the menu. He didn’t understand our questions and when we asked to speak w a server that could answer our questions, he offered different food. Waiters should know the menu.
The food was covered with waaaaaay too much sauce. It was heavy and not enjoyable.
The property is beautiful. The bar is beautiful. The beach is spacious with lots of pockets of people. The views are stunning! They really did such a great job w the design and layout of this property. Bathrooms are super clean.
Non pros:
They shouldn’t market themselves as a beach club, they are not. Renting a daybed here isn’t worth it because they aren’t in the sun.
Our waiter could not tell us abt the menu. He didn’t understand our questions and when we asked to speak w a server that could answer our questions, he offered different food. Waiters should know the menu.
The food was covered with waaaaaay too much sauce. It was heavy and not enjoyable.
Very lively and fun place to go with a group or as a couple. Atmosphere feels like an escape from the concrete jungle and gives getaway vibes. Food is delicious. Service is great. Reservations are needed unless you plan to hang out at the bar as this place gets packed. I have been here twice and will be going back.
This was our first time here and we were able to sit in the beach area which had a beautiful view and included a bed and pillows which added to the beach theme. Our waitress Sophia made our first time here at Gitano very special. She answered all of our questions , she was attentive and had a very open and warm personality. The food came out fast, fresh and tasted really good. We will definitely be returning on our next trip to NYC.
We came here for brunch with our kids for brunch on a recent Saturday, and were initially impressed by the expansive setup that has been created to open this new spot. There are several areas to the restaurant, including a few bars and a central area with a DJ booth. We found the food and drinks to be good, but were disappointed with the service. Despite multiple people standing around, we often could not get anyone's assistance with ordering or ultimately paying our check at the end. Our server seemed uninterested and was just plain dismissive at times. While the ambiance is impressive for where the space is located, it feels as if it could skew a little cheesy later into the day/evening.
The restaurant is very pretty and it has a great view of the city. The food was okay, you are definitely paying a premium for the location. It gets busy during the weekend and they take a long time making the drinks.
I’m giving a 4 for ambiance. Drinks are cool. Menu is light. Music and vibe was popping. But if you’re sitting in the lounge area beware of the sandy, gravel ground. Heels not necessary…or all the rocks will be in your shoes. Staff very attentive.
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