Batanga Mexican in York

Absolutely gorgeous little place hidden in York. Service was excellent and the food was gorgeous. I’ll definitely be returning

This is an amazing place to eat! And super affordable - especially for the York area. Would definitely recommend. I'll be back!

Maxim and Cat were so cute I love them they were so nice! All of them were!! The drinks were absolutely amazing and affordable and they make them so quickly it's actually amazing!!

the staff are absolutely amazing and the good is great and cheap its a must try for mexican food in york especially the tacos

Everyone working at restaurant is so warm and welcoming all the staff put in the extra work to make all the customers happy the owners cat and Casper sat down and had an amazing talk over some drinks, if you want some amazing mexican and a fun time come to Batanga!!!

Not the best, but certainly not the worst. The good things: friendly, attentive service. Nice tacos. The bad things: open plan and poor ventilation means you smell of fried food, cocktails aren't great, no kids menu (£20 to feed a 4 year old), budget decor, unprofessionalism of staff (taking calls mid-service that affected the music as I guess was streaming from same device, chef rolling a cigarette in full view of customers etc). Shame as I was expecting something amazing and whilst the meal was tasty, just can't see us going back.

Delicious!!! Cheap cocktails, good food and great experience in this tiny restaurant!! Have to book with it being so small.

Fantastic little place, food was absolutely amazing, small but perfect menu. The staff were fantastic and very friendly and welcoming. Totally recommend the Nachos we had ours with beef chilli, fantastic and a good sized portion. We also had the Burritos, wow! All the food that we saw come out of the kitchen looked delicious and we can’t wait to go again and try more from the menu. Booking is a must.

Amazing food, drinks and atmosphere - the couple running it makes for a great evening with brilliant recommendations!! Would thoroughly suggest trying the chapel cocktail!!

Great little hidden gem, food was really authentic Mexican and the service was bang on, even if the front door is really confusing :)

Absolutely delish food!!! Cocktails reasonably priced and very well made. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. Great experience would love to come again!!!!!!

Just incredible! An incredibly crafted menu, my only warning the cocktail menu can become dangerous - such incredible tasting drinks you’ll spend your whole night here! Love this place such a hidden gem. Will be back every single week!

We decided to try here before the theatre and we were not disappointed in the slightest. The staff was a lovely man who made amazing tequila Sunrise I had two very tasty. We had Nachos Quesadillas and burritos and it was the tastiest food we have eaten in a long time. Seen couple of negative reviews on her and think must be something wrong with their taste buds because was delicious 😊

The food is so fresh, you can see both chefs working on your food. The food tasted really nice and fresh and tasty. The service was excellent, really attentive and there when we needed them.

Came with my girlfriend for a meal and was met with a nice intimate experience. Amazing food and service along with the bartender Kacper who gave us a great time. Would definitely recommend and will be returning!

The best mexican food better than we had in Mexico. The service was amazing lovely guy who recommended a drink we would never try but we loved it. We booked because of reviews and we was not disappointed.

Great food especially enjoyed the tacos, also affordable drinks and lovely atmosphere. Service was great as well. Will be returning.

The best Mexican food in the UK. My husband and I have eaten Mexican food all over the world, and this gives the authentic East LA street food a run for its money! My husband loved the burrito and I the quesadillas, and the cocktails WOW! They’ll blow your socks off 😂 The owners are lovely too, real grafters who love food and drink. I hope they make a real success of this little gem. We will definitely visit again when we are next in York.

We came here upon the recommendation of our friend and we were not disappointed!! The best Mexican food I have ever had, and it’s my favourite cuisine. I had a burrito and the jalapeño poppers and they were delicious. Great veggie options too! The cocktails were also very cheap for york and beautiful! With it being such a small space, there’s a lovely homely feel and the staff were attentive, friendly and gave amazing customer service. 10/10 recommend and we will definitely be making a monthly visit to this amazing place.

Unbelievable customer service, incomparable portion sizes for insane prices. Me and my friends know how to talk but were speechless through the whole meal.

Absolutely blown away by the quality of this cuisine. Attention to detail, delicious food, friendly service, and amazing portion sizes.

DO NOT GO HERE! THE WAITER WILL GIVE YOU TOO MUCH TEQUILA AND YOU WILL LOOSE YOUR CAR AND HAVE TOO GOOD A TIME! Amazing food, great prices and company. I will be back soon :)

BEST NACHOS IVE EVER HAD! I don't normally leave reviews but this small restaurant made me feel the most welcome I've ever felt as a solo diner. Their cocktails are very cheap considering it's in York and tasted great. I had nachos and black beans...

Second time here, came back for the beautiful food and friendly service and yummy drinks - thank you so much! Will be back!

We went to Batanga with a few friends of ours for one of their birthdays and it was fantastic! They were so attentive and kind with the birthday girl and brought her a tequila shot. The food was fantastic, great portions, lovely food and all...

Come for dinne, really really good! Great selection of cocktails, and had the chicken burrito. Absolutely amazing, highly recommend.

First time visit, recommended by friends. Amazing food, great atmosphere. Definitely be back again Staff are superb!

I came with some friends for lateish food at 9:00 o'clock. The owners were extremely friendly. I had the lamb dish and it was to die for! Worked excellently with the range of cocktails.

Number 1 mexican in York. Food is full of fantastic flavour and the tequila kept flowing all night. Highly recommend to anyone who likes a fun night.

Wonderful little restaurant owned and run by a lovely couple. Great value for money and the drinks are not a rip off either. Can’t wait to return.

I was disappointed with batanga, I went solely for the reviews. It was my partners birthday. The restaurant was a lot smaller than I realised, which in hindsight it’s fine for an intimate affair. While portion sizes are great and prices are very good value,...

Thank you to the lovely couple that own this absolute gem of a restaurant. The food was simply stunning, so tasty & cooked perfectly. A special mention also has to go to the margaritas…possibly the best I’ve ever had. The atmosphere is relaxed and made...

We didn't have a reservation. Squeezed us in on a promise the food would arrive quickly and we'd eat it quickly. Excellent Food Excellent Service Great atmosphere Amazing value We were only drinking water, but I would suggest a better Mexican Beer selection. Neither Peroni...

What an experience! My husband and son took me to this restaurant - knowing I'm very picky about food as I'm Czech and not really a big fan of Mexican food but this totally changed my attitude and felt love in that place and the...

What a fantastic meal we had, everything was so delicious although the street corn and jalapeño poppers were a personal fave! and the service was great! Will definitely be back, I can highly recommend it!

Sorry to say but my experience here was not good. The food was very basic and I found it tasteless, the avacado starter needed work and then for main I ordered a chicken taco, and again it was tasteless. I also paid £5 for an...

Very tiny restaurant (must book) with fairly limited menu (only 2 desserts) but excellent food and very prompt service. Guacamole brought back memories of Rosa Mexicana in New York, and Burritos were described by our daughter as 'the best ever'' Margaritas at £10 were generous...

Brilliant birthday dinner for a friend. Food was incredible (recommend the fried chicken!). It’s was rightfully busy. Great atmosphere, gorgeous cocktails and shots, funny and chilled out staff. HIGHLY RECOMMEND ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Food was incredible and can’t go wrong with £5 cocktails! Was amazing value for money. Staff were also lovely and very attentive. Will definitely be back!

Fab little restaurant, amazing food. Great things come in small packages. Bring an appetite as its great value for money.

We visited Batanga this evening and were not disappointed. The food was fresh and full of flavour and fairly priced. The best Nachos I've ever had, and the chilli beef just fell apart in my mouth. The cocktail Menu is brilliant and I've found a...

Absolutely delicious food at such good price. The cocktails were great too. A really good find, slightly off the main road. Outstanding all round

Food is a 10/10. Staff are attentive and friendly. The music and atmosphere fits perfectly for a lovely dinner with friends. Would recommend and will be returning.

One of my new favourite spots in York! 100m off the beaten path and well worth it. The food is delicious, the price is right, and the staff are just charming. If you want a chill evening with good vibes and even better drinks Batanga...

All the food here is a dish with harmonious and Awsome blend of flavors and textures. The chef's shines, making it a must-visit for those craving an exceptional Mexican dining, an all round amazing experiences. If you want a good restaurant with good food and...

Everything was spot on, food was great and service was very friendly. Can't recommend this place highly enough.

Where have you been all our lives?!?! THE BEST MEAL WE’VE EVER HAD! Food-delicious Drinks-amazing Service-brilliant Absolute perfection, get organised and get booked in while you can!!

York has needed a decent Mexican restaurant for a while now and this place is the answer 100%!!! Amazing service, absolutely fantastic flavor food with all the extras that matter! Fantastic value for money on both food and cocktails. We will definitely be returning!!!

The best Mexican food I have had in a long time! And definitely the best in York! I couldn’t believe the price for the quality. The food was amazing and the staff so friendly, it’s an independent restaurant. Great for a casual night out with...

Small little restaurant tucked away with amazing food. We arrived as a group of 4 and were told to wait a couple of minutes as they had a booking that were late. They never turned up. I ordered the steak which was one of the...

Lovely lovely time! Food was amazing, tasty and came in adequate time! The service was delightful couldn’t have asked for better. Would 100% go again and highly recommend to anyone! A must go in york!

Food ok but.... Arrived and table not ready, asked to wait outside in 0 degrees for 30 mins Customer apologised, staff did NOT Get In and freezing, had to sit in coats as so cold. Not great when meant to be relaxing meal Only 1...

Fabulous food. The chap serving said the chef was at home as she was ill and he wasn't the chef, which made us a little apprehensive. We needn't have worried as my chicken, fish and beef tapas tacos were delicious and my wife thoroughly enjoyed...

We have frequented this wonderful restaurant so many times since it opened. Cat & Casper are utterly delightful & they make sure you are well looked after the moment you walk through the door. The food is exceptional & never disappoints. We can’t wait to...

We visited on a Sunday teatime and can’t recommend the experience enough. The service was brilliant, but the value and quality of the food is off the scale. Restaurant is small, so would strongly suggest booking in advance as will only get busier. To Casper...

A lovely little Mexican restaurant. It's tiny but big on impact! Beautiful fresh food and genuinely friendly service. We had cocktails with our food, and it's all affordable with a relaxed grounded atmosphere. I went to a big named, extortionately expensive restaurant a few days...

Amazing food, the best Mexican food had in ages. Food was well flavoured and very big portions. Would defiantly come back.!!

This is a great option for an intimate meal or fun with a small group. The hosts are delightful and they sat down with us at the end of the night for a nice chat and a free shot! Food was excellent. I definitely recommend...

Excellent experience. Food was fresh, well prepared and delicious. Best meal our family had whilst visiting York. Service was great too.

The best Mexican in York? Funnily enough, not Las Iguanas or even the local Spoons. If dodgy cheddar-smeared Tex-Mex is your thing, this place is not for you. They cook and sell authentic Mexican cuisine that'll knock your socks off. Never tried it? This is...

This hidden gem is fantastic. It’s only a small dining area so highly suggest booking as whilst we were there so many people came in looking for a table. Open kitchen so you can see everything being cooked. The cocktails were very nice and had...

Quite a small dining area open to the kitchen. The two young staff were efficient and friendly. The Nachos to share were excellent, as were the quesadillas unfortunately the lamb chops were too salty

Great food, cheap cocktails and lovely staff. Every dish had a different flavour profile - not like your typical boring tex-mex. Anything they had run out of they offered to make an alternative off-menu replacement. Accommodating for vegans and vegetarians. They also gave my friend...

Absolutely great experience at Batanga - incredible food and cocktails. The staff were lovely and catered very well for my friend with a gluten allergy. Can’t wait to come back.

I have visited this place twice now and it is such a lovely restaurant to go to! The food is amazing and the £5 cocktails are such a steal. Both times I have been I've had a wonderful time and enjoyed the food. Will definitely...

Absolutely brilliant food, in this little startup restaurant run by a lovely young couple. Genuin, taste food and very affordable as well. Highly recommend to lovers of mexican foodf

Gorgeous cosy restaurant, a real hidden gem! Food was lovely and service was excellent - the £5 cocktails were also excellent value for money and very nice! Would definitely visit again!

We visited York for the weekend and really fancied some Mexican food. We found this charming little restaurant down a side street and was so pleased that we could get a walk in table on a Saturday night. I would recommend booking though as there...

Cosy little restaurant tucked away down a backstreet. Very small so we were lucky to get a table without booking. Cocktails, nachos and tacos were all excellent. Friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend.

If you can find this restaurant ( it is tucked away down a side street), you are in for a treat. Great food and service. Tacos are so tasty, Nachos are filling and the meats are cooked so they melt in your mouth. Great value

Wonderful mexican food that all the family enjoyed. Tip top service, great atmosphere in this small independent restaurant. The mole sauce, and the loaded fries were heavenly!

Absolutely delicious food and cocktails! We had the most wonderful time such a cute little place serving some delicious food made with love! We had tacos and nachos and they were delicious! We will definitely be visiting again this is just what is missing in...

Food was perfect, can’t fault any of the 4 dishes we had. Service was friendly and welcoming we will be returning with the rest of the family. 100 %

You might want to book ahead as has 5 tables but it’s well worth it. The cocktails are cheap and definitely cheerful. We had the jalapeños poppers and the tacos, . Great value for money would recommend to anyone

The food was great. Kat did an amazing job in the kitchen. It is a small restaurant and would recommend to book it. I don’t think you will be disappointed.

Seriously the best Mexican food we have had in a long time. It was absolutely excellent Nothing to complain about Can’t wait to book again The staff were so friendly & knowledgable 10/10

Excellent service from start to finish, very tasty food and really good value. Will definitely be back! Recommend the quesadilla.

Great little gem of a restaurant! Food is tasty and well made. Prices good value. Highly Recommended if you like good food.

We did struggle to find it in Franklin's yard but it was well worth the effort. Its a charming little restaurant with a lovely ambience. Fantastic cocktails and reasonably priced. The food, of course, the main attraction, was delicious! The street corn and loaded fries...

Fancied something spicy and flavourful and chanced on this lovely little place. They only opened at the end of June and the reviews have been very complimentary, so we thought we’d give it a go. It only has a few tables but the food pa...

The last time we had Mexican was in a "highly recommended" restaurant in Sydney. That experience nearly put us off Mexican for life. Batanga has restored our faith. We had a selection of freshly cooked Tacos, Burittos with pulled pork and Chaquilles with pulled chicken....

Great little place, offering fantastic Mexican fare. We had Great tacos/quesadillas and ‘proper’ home made flour tortilla chips. Superb stuff.

This restaurant only opened in mid-June but is already attracting repeat customers and we can see why. We shared chicken quesadillas and pulled pork burritos followed by homemade blueberry and strawberry ice creams. Great value for money, friendly staff and we will certainly return.

Lovely food, great service and good value for money. All food was freshly cooked and very tasty. Drinks were good value but most importantly, it tasty Mexican. The tacos were yummy. We will def go back soon.

My partner and I came here for their open and I can say I was impressed! We came after receiving flyers for a free drink, so the first ones were on the house. We had several cocktails after that which were all fantastic. I had...