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Mexican restaurant in Fishkill, New York
What should I order at Maya Café & Cantina?
What to order
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Carne Asada With Eggs
Recommended as the reviewer’s longtime go-to order and praised for staying consistently amazing over many visits.
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Margarita
Mentioned repeatedly in positive context, including the tamarindo margarita, a regular meal-and-margarita stop, and other praised margarita drinks that were described as excellent and tasty.
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Guacamole
Praised in multiple reviews for being very good, including a tableside pineapple guacamole and another mention of excellent guacamole with a nice balance of flavor.
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Chicken Fajitas
Called really good in one review and fits the pattern of the restaurant’s well-liked fajita dishes.
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Steak Fajitas
Specifically ordered and described as phenomenal food, with the overall meal and service praised highly.
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Tres Enchiladas
Highlighted in a positive review alongside other favorites, with the meal described as phenomenal and delicious.
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Enchiladas In Mole
Described as perfect, making it one of the standout dishes mentioned by name.
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Tres Leches
Called 'to die for,' showing it was a memorable dessert and one of the strongest recommendations in the reviews.
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Birria Tacos
The new birria tacos were tried on a busy night and were so good the reviewer said they would come back.
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Shrimp Tacos
Mentioned as tasty and good, with the reviewer noting that everything they tried was enjoyable.
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Mexico City Tacos
Described as phenomenal and part of a meal that the reviewer felt rivaled dishes they had in Mexico.
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Cubano Tacos
Praised alongside the Mexico City Tacos as part of an outstanding meal.
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Pollo Oaxaca
Described as 'just so delicious,' making it one of the clearly recommended entrees.
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Tacos Pibil
Recommended as part of a lunch order and praised with rice and black beans, chips, and salsa as very good.
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Pezole
Included in a highly positive meal where everything was described as delicious and the service was excellent.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Maya Café & Cantina
Mexican regional specialties in a casual, colorful space with a full bar & mariachis on weekends.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Maya Café & Cantina known for?
It is best known for its margaritas, especially the tamarindo margarita and frozen margaritas, plus weekend mariachi and live music. Reviewers also point to regional Mexican dishes like cochinita pibil and tacos pibil as standout specialties.
What dishes are most recommended at Maya Café & Cantina?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the carne asada with eggs, cochinita pibil or tacos pibil with rice and black beans, birria tacos, pollo Oaxaca, chicken fajitas, and the Mexico City tacos. Chips and salsa, guacamole made tableside, and the house-made salsa verde also come up often as favorites.
What is the atmosphere like at Maya Café & Cantina?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and lively, with colorful decor, a spacious layout, and outdoor seating. It works well for groups and tourists, but reviewers also mention it as a comfortable spot for solo meals because the service is welcoming and attentive.
Is Maya Café & Cantina good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant falls in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers often describe the portions, drinks, and overall experience as worth it. People mention big margaritas, a solid lunch menu, and fast service as part of the value.
When is the best time to visit Maya Café & Cantina?
Weekend evenings are the most energetic time, when live music or mariachi is often part of the experience and the place can get busy. Reviewers say the staff still keeps service fast on crowded nights, and reservations are accepted if you want to plan ahead.
Is parking available at Maya Café & Cantina?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Maya Café & Cantina have vegetarian options?
Yes, Maya Café & Cantina offers vegetarian options.
Is Maya Café & Cantina kid-friendly?
Yes, Maya Café & Cantina is good for kids.
