Mandato Introduce
For New Yorkers seeking a genuine and satisfying taste of Mexico, Mandato stands out as a dedicated destination in the heart of Brooklyn. Located in the bustling Bay Ridge neighborhood, Mandato is not just another Mexican eatery; it’s an establishment committed to serving authentic, flavorful comfort food that appeals to locals throughout the day and into the night. Operating as both a traditional Mexican restaurant and a specialized Delivery Restaurant, Mandato ensures that whether you dine in or order out, you receive the same high-quality, delicious experience.
Mandato brings a cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere to its corner of 3rd Avenue, making it a perfect spot for any occasion—be it a quick solo meal, a casual lunch with colleagues, or a hearty dinner with the family or a group of friends. It is particularly popular for its fast service and its comprehensive menu that covers everything from classic Mexican staples to popular late-night options. With a focus on traditional recipes, Mandato offers a diverse selection of dishes, including traditional **Sopes, Picaditas y Tlacoyos**, robust **Platters**, and a variety of **Enchiladas** and **Guisados**, providing an authentic culinary journey right here in New York City.
---Location and Accessibility
Mandato is conveniently situated in the lively Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn, a popular and easily accessible neighborhood. The exact location is 7218 A, 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA. 3rd Avenue is a well-known commercial street in Bay Ridge, which means the restaurant is easy to find and is well-served by local infrastructure, making it a natural gathering spot for the community.
The restaurant is designed to be welcoming and accessible. While parking in the area consists of paid street parking, which is standard for a major commercial strip in NYC, the location is well-connected for those traveling by foot or public transport. Regarding physical accessibility, Mandato offers **wheelchair accessible seating**, demonstrating a commitment to accommodating all members of the community. Its central location also makes it highly efficient for all its delivery and takeout services, ensuring quick and reliable service across the neighborhood.
---Services Offered
Mandato prides itself on offering flexible and convenient service options to meet the busy lifestyle of New Yorkers. Whether you prefer to sit down for a traditional meal or need a quick and easy solution, Mandato has a service option tailored for you:
- Dine-in: Enjoy table service in their cozy and casual dining area, perfect for a relaxed meal.
- Delivery: As a dedicated delivery restaurant, they offer standard Delivery, **No-contact delivery**, and Curbside pickup, providing maximum convenience and safety.
- Takeout: Ideal for customers who want to quickly pick up their order to enjoy at home or elsewhere.
- Reservations: The restaurant accepts reservations, making it easier to secure a table for groups or during popular dining times.
- Extensive Dining Hours: Popular for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and even offering **Late-night food**, ensuring quality Mexican food is available almost around the clock.
- Payment Methods: Accepts both Credit cards and Debit cards for easy payment.
- Full Table Service: Guests dining in can expect comfortable and professional table service.
Features and Highlights
Mandato has carved out a special place in the Bay Ridge dining scene thanks to several standout features that enhance the customer experience:
- Fast Service: A key highlight frequently noted by customers, ensuring a quick and efficient dining experience whether you are in a rush or just enjoying a casual meal.
- Late-Night Food: Their offering of Late-night food makes Mandato a valuable resource for those seeking a quality meal after standard dinner hours.
- Authentic Mexican Menu: The menu features traditional dishes like **Mole Poblano Guisados**, **Tlacoyos**, and various **Enchiladas** (Verde, Roja, and Mole Poblano), appealing to those looking for genuine Mexican flavors.
- Great Value Specials: Mandato is known to run specials, such as a highly-praised “$2 tacos special all week,” which is an excellent draw for local diners seeking value and quality.
- Comfort Food and Quick Bites: The menu is rich with **Comfort food** options, alongside selections of **Small plates** and quick items, catering to different appetites and times of the day.
- Accessibility to Beverages: Offerings include Alcohol and Beer, alongside Mexican sodas, Aguas Frescas, and coffee. Unique Mexican drinks like Micheladas and **Micheladas Con Camarones** are also available.
- Family and Group Friendly: The atmosphere is Casual, Cozy, and Trendy, attracting a crowd of **Locals, Groups, and Families** with a dedicated **Kids' menu** and general suitability for children.
Contact Information
To place an order, make a reservation, or inquire about Mandato’s menu and services, please use the following contact details:
Address: 7218 A, 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA
Phone: (718) 492-4228
Mobile Phone (Direct): +1 718-492-4228
---What is Worth Choosing
Choosing Mandato is opting for authenticity, convenience, and a truly local New York dining experience. For residents of Brooklyn, particularly in the Bay Ridge area, Mandato represents a reliable source of high-quality Mexican cuisine available across all major meal times—from **Breakfast** (with options like **Huevos Con Chorizo** and **Huevos En Salsa**) to **Dinner** and even late into the evening. The menu is structured to offer deep, rich flavors found in authentic Mexican cooking.
Diners are encouraged to explore the less common but highly traditional sections of the menu. The Sopes, Picaditas y Tlacoyos section offers a chance to sample regional corn dough specialties, a true testament to authentic Mexican street food. Their **Platters**—such as the **Carne Asada**, **Cecina Asada**, and the impressive **Molcajete Ranchero**—are perfect for a satisfying, substantial meal. The inclusion of classic Guisados like Mole Poblano Guisados and Chiles Rellenos Guisados further showcases the restaurant's commitment to traditional culinary techniques and rich sauces.
Mandato’s exceptional value, notably the rumored **$2 tacos special**, makes it a financially smart choice without compromising on taste, as attested by enthusiastic customer feedback about the “great tacos.” The accessibility of their services, from No-contact delivery to Late-night food, makes them a practical staple for the fast-paced New York lifestyle. In a neighborhood filled with dining options, Mandato distinguishes itself by blending fast, friendly service with a commitment to authentic Mexican flavors and community accessibility, making it an indispensable part of the Bay Ridge dining landscape.
Mandato Food & drink
Sopes, Picaditas y Tlacoyos
- Tlacoyos Regulares $7.00
1 Pc (Salsa verde o roja, crema, cebolla y queso cotija)
- Picaditas Con Carne $6.00
- Tlacoyos Con Carne $8.00
- Sopes Con Carne $6.00
- Sopes Regulares $4.50
Frijol, lechuga, aguacate, crema y queso cotija.
- Picaditas $4.50
Salsa verde o roja, cebolla, crema y queso cotijas
Chilaquiles / Chilaquiles
- Chilaquiles Regular Con Carne / Regular Chilaquiles With Meat $18.50
- Chilaquiles En Mole $16.50
Con crema y queso Fresco
- Chilaquiles Regular / Regular Plain Chilaquiles $16.50
Platos / Platters
- Pechuga Asada $19.50
Guacamole y pico de gallo, guacamole and pico de gallo salad
- Carne Asada $21.00
Con pico de gallo y guacamole
- Milanesa De Pollo $19.00
- Cecina Asada $21.00
Con cebolla y jalapeno
- Mandato Steak $35.00
Churrasco a la parrilla con cactus, queso, arroz y frijoles. / Grilled skirt steak with cactus, cheese, rice and beans.
- Molcajete Ranchero $40.00
Chuleta, cecina, chorizo, pechuga, carne asada, nopal y queso asado
- Bistec Encebollado / Onion Steak $21.00
Con pico de gallo y guacamole / With pico de gallo and guacamole.
Desayuno/Breakfast
- Huevos Con Chorizo $13.00
Servido con arroz, frijoles y tortillas
- Huevos Con Salchicha $13.00
Servido con arroz, frijoles y tortillas
- Huevos En Salsa $13.00
Servido con arroz, frijoles y tortillas
- Huevos Con Jamon $13.00
Servido con arroz, frijoles y tortillas
Burritos/Quesdillas
- Quesadilla Gringa $12.00
1 Pc (Tortilla de harina, queso, crema, servido con guacamole y pico de gallo)
- Burritos $15.00
Arroz, frijoles, guacamole, crema,cilantro, cebolla y papas fritas
- Quesadilla $9.00
1 Pc
- Birria/Camaron $12.00
1 Pc
Flautas / Flautas
- Flautas De Res / Beef Flautas $15.00
- Flautas De Pollo / Chicken Flautas $15.00
- Flautas De Queso / Cheese Flautas $15.00
Bebida / Beverages
- Cervezas $5.00
Corona, victoria, modelo especial, negra modelo, heineken
- Botella De Agua / Bottled Water $2.00
- Sodas De Lata / Can Soda $2.50
Choice of Coca Cola, Coca Diet, Pepsi, Sprite or Ginhger
- Micheladas $10.00
- Sodas Mexicanas / Mexican Soda $3.50
Choice of Jarritos, Coca Cola or Señorial.
- Micheladas Con Camarones $15.00
- Agua Frescas $3.00
Horchata, jamaica, maracuya, tamarindo
Enchilada / Enchilada
- Enchilada Roja / Red Enchilada $18.50
- Enchilada Envueltos De Mole Poblano / Poblano Mole Enchilada $18.50
Con crema y queso fresco
- Enchilada Verde / Green Enchilada $18.50
Tortas / Mexican Sandwiches
- Torta De Milanesa / Milanesa Mexican Sandwich $13.50
Pollo o res. / Chicken or Beef.
- Torta De Cecina / Salted Beef Mexican Sandwich $13.50
- Torta De Carnitas / Fried Pork Mexican Sandwich $13.50
- Torta De Carne Asada $13.50
- Torta Norteña / Norteño Sandwich $16.00
Chorizo, bistec, salchicha, jalapeño, cebolla, aguacate, tomate y queso asado, Mexican sausage, steak, sausage, jalapeño, onion
- Torta De Chorizo / Mexican Sausage Sandwich $13.50
Con papa o con Huevo
- Cemitas Poblanas $14.50
Tomate, cebolla, aguacate, frijol, mayonesa, papalo, quesillo y chipotle.
- Torta Cubana / Cuban Sandwich $16.00
Milanesa de pollo o res, chorizo, carne enchilada, jamón y huevo, breaded beef or chicken, Mexican sausage, spicy pork, ham and egg.
Tacos / Tacos
- Tacos $11.00
3 Pc (Una sola carne)
- Tacos $4.25
1 Pc
- Tacos De Birria Combo $17.00
- Tacos Placeros $13.00
2 Pc (Una sola carne)
Tostada / Tostada
- Tostada Regular / Regular Tostada $4.00
Regular Plain: Corn Tortilla, Salsa and Black Beans
Hamburguesas/Hamburgers
- Mandato Burger $16.50
Cebolla, Jalapeno, Aguacate y Quesillo
- Hamburguesa Con Queso $13.50
Servido con Papas Fritas, Lechuga, Tomate y Cebolla.
- Hamburguesa Loca $16.50
Huevo, Tocino, Salchicha
Guisados / Stews
- Pollo En Salsa / Chicken In Sauce $18.50
Roja o verde. Pollo en salsa roja o verde. / Red or green. Chicken in red or green sauce.
- Mole Poblano Guisados / Mole Poblano Stew $19.50
Pollo cocido. / Boiled chicken.
- Costilla En Salsa / Ribs In Sauce $19.50
Roja o verde. Costillas en salsa roja o verde. / Red or green. Ribs in red or green sauce.
- Bistec A La Mexicana / Mexican Beef Steak $22.00
- Chiles Rellenos Guisados / Stuffed Peppers Stew $19.50
2 chiles poblanos rellenos de queso. / 2 Poblano peppers stuffed with cheese.
- Pechuga A La Mexicana / Mexican Style Grilled Chicken Breast $18.50
Guarniciones / Sides
- Cambray $5.00
- Jalapeno Asado $1.50
- Guacamole / Avocado Sauce $7.00
- Pico De Gallo $6.00
- Papas Fritas / French Fries $7.00
- Nopales $5.00
Cactus asados. / Grilled cactus.
- Cheese Fries $7.00
- Maduros / Sweet Plantains $6.00
- Tostones $6.00
- Arroz Y Frijoles / Rice And Beans $6.50
Favorito. / Favorite.
Sandwich/Sandwich
- Bacon, Egg And Cheese Con Papas Fritas $11.00
- Sausage, Egg And Cheese Con Papas Fritas $11.00
Aperitivos / Appetizers
- BBQ Wings $14.00
- Alitas De Búfalo / Buffalo Wings $14.00
- Chicken Nuggets Con Papas $12.00
- Nachos Regulares / Regular Nachos $13.00
- Salchipapas $12.00
- Spicy Chicken Fingers $13.00
- Campechanas / Campechanas $22.00
Cóctel mixto de almejas, mejillones, camarones y calamares. / Mixed cocktail of clams, mussels, shrimp and calamari.
- BBQ Chicken Fingers $13.00
- Guacamole Con Tostones $14.00
- Hot Dog Preparados $5.00
Pico de gallo, chile en vinagre, ketchup (I pc)
- Guacamole Con Chips / Guacamole With Chips $14.00
- Wings Con Papas $14.00
- Coctel De Camarón / Shrimp Cocktail $20.00
- Hot Dog Reg $4.00
1 pc
- Nachos Con Carne Asada / Nachos Con Carne Al Gusto $15.00
- Chicken Fingers $12.00
5 pc
Ensaladas / Salads
- Ensalada De Arrachera / Skirt Steak Salad $22.00
- Ensalada Regular / Regular Salad $6.50
- Ensalada De Rib Eye / Rib Eye Salad $24.00
- Ensalada De Aguacate / Avocado Salad $12.00
- Ensalada De Camarones (7 Pzas) / Shrimp Salad (7 Pcs) $18.00
- Ensalada De Pollo / Chicken Salad $14.00
Pollo a la parrilla. / Grilled chicken.
Sopas
- Mole Verde De Res / Green Beef Soup $17.00
- Caldo De Mariscos / Seafood Soup $22.00
- Sopa De Pollo $16.00
- Mole De Olla Rojo / Beef Soup $17.00
- Pozole / White Hominy Corn Soup $19.00
Con dos tostadas. / With two tostadas. Rojo o blanco.
Mandato Details
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Locals
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid street parking
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1Great tacos! $2 tacos special all week! Worth a try! FYI not the bakery next door.
August 05 · Jian HuangI ordered 4 slices of cake from this bakery, and unfortunately, all of them were a disappointment. Every slice was dry and not edible. The tres leches cake tasted old and dry—nothing like it should—and the cheesecake was off as well. I ended up throwing all four cakes away. Total waste of money. Very disappointed.
May 11 · Peter HoangThe chilaquiles from this restaurant are my favorite in all of NYC. 🇲🇽 Although all of Mandato’s food is great, the one dish that takes the crown are the green chilaquiles. The cheese they use on top of the dish is delicious, and the “pápalo” in the dish adds so much flavor. When I used to live in the Bay Ridge area I used to order their chilaquiles at least twice every week. They’re that good. My second favorite option were their cemitas, which are a great size and very filling. Mandato is on my favorite’s list, and for good reason. Gracias! ☺️
June 14 · Ricky CharriezMandato Bakery is a Bay Ridge staple. The food is absolutely delicious, the sweets are to die for, and Angel is a welcoming face to the bakery.10 outta of 10 highly recommend going for either a quick bite or a tasty treat.
May 26 · Nathalie TiguaVery disappointed , I love their burgers it’s been a while since I ordered here but tonight I did and I’m absolutely dissatisfied. I asked the lady over the phone what the burger comes with and she mentioned lettuce but instead of lettuce I got mixed salad , not only that but I barely got any fries as well and barely any mayonnaise ,honestly it seems it was done poorly are they out of ingredients or what? Not to mention the price has increased so you’d expect a little more .
September 24 · Daisy Vicente
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