Vegan Tacos!
We loved this place and ended up going back for a second time during our little trip to the beach. We tried the tofu, mushroom, & black bean & sweet plantain tacos. Don’t miss the black bean & sweet plantain tacos - they normally come with cheese but there’s an option to have them made vegan! Chips were salty & delicious with the guac!
The juices are great (the pineapple mint was our favorite)
Cash only bar inside.
Cute beachy vibes all around
Such great vibes. The atmosphere, place, and staff are so friendly and cool. The food is so tasty and flavorful. I truly enjoyed my time there. They have a Vegan option. You order food online and then pick it up when they call you. Highly recommend checking this place out, especially because they are open in the summertime only.
really good food in an outdoor space with fun surfer vibes. also great vegetarian options!
also, seeing mentions of cash only in the reviews, but we were able to use apple pay by ordering through the online portal.
What a great little spot! Super warm welcome by Tom who helped us find a table (we had a stroller & dog) and explained the operation:
- Sit anywhere you'd like.
- Scan the QR code on the table & order food through the link. Your name will be called when your order is ready & you walk up to the window to pickup your food. Also will receive a text message.
- Alcoholic drinks are ordered inside. These are cash only but they have an ATM.
Great food, great vibes, great music, great ambiance & dog friendly! Perfect stop on a summer day!
I picked this place because the name was such a cute pun and the food did not disappoint. Really fantastic tacos, very fresh and flavorful! We enjoyed the fish tacos most, the amount of fish was great.
The pineapple mint juice was also fantastic, you can absolutely tell they’re using real, fresh pineapple. The pine drink was also very unique and enjoyable.
My only small critical note is that on a really hot summer day, some of the tables in the back could really use some sun coverage. People were waiting for tables under the shade to open up since the wood was getting so hot it was a little uncomfortable to sit on at first.
Nevertheless, food and drinks are great, and the beach vibe is strong! I would absolutely go back.
I ordered the fish tacos, chips and salsa, and the water melon juice. The food was good and very fresh. The salsa was a bit too spicy for me, but that’s a matter of preference. The taco was great the melon juice was good but was mealy. The service was quick and friendly. The place had a lot of people they’re dog friendly aaaaand they have a bar. All around good place to grab a quick bite and a drink. They do take out and you can order ahead so that’s great. I would definitely go back.
Nice spot to stop in. Parking is street side. Nice selection of tacos and drinks. The bar is cash only with an atm nearby (2.50 charge). The juices were a bit watered down. Chorizo taco needed more flavor. Nice ambience and spaces to eat (all outside for the summer). Worth trying out if you’re in the neighborhood
I deducted a star because I’ve recently had better fish tacos but I’ve always loved this place. I’ve been going every other summer since 2015, I’m happy they’re so busy but it really takes away from the experience how hectic it gets. There is someone that unofficially helps you get a table but be SURE to order the food ahead of time on their website. It’s usually a 30-45 min wait for the food. I had two fish tacos and I liked them but again that same week I had fish tacos else where and it just stayed with me. I’m not sure if I’ll return because it was overstimulating experience. I also didn’t understand how we had to wait another 45 mins just for some chips and salsa. I get it but also don’t. I hope that they can expand their menu in the future and maybe open up an actual full year restaurant.
Great place!!! Wonderful food and excellent drinks!!! I highly recommend the fish tacos!!! They are simply divine! I do however reccomend that you get two as they are fairly small but for 3.50$ each it won't hurt your pocket. The vibe is very cool and it feels like you're in a California surf stop. There are many tables however there isn't much shade and they become boiling hot in the sun. One downside is the ridiculously long line to order and the long wait to receive your food and drinks. I was told that if you get there early around opening there isn't much of a line. I'll be coming back to see if that true. The reusable straws are a nice way to help me eco friendly.
We heard they had the best fish tacos and so we had to go. We were not disappointed. Amazing place to end a nice day on the beach. Really liked the boho meets cool surf dude themed details. The vibe was great and the food was sooo good (and the margaritas), make sure to take a good mix of the menu. Get here early enough if you want to avoid the line and be lucky to get a seat.
Awesome tacos, margaritas, vibe and decor! It’s such a beautiful spot and offered delicious food.
We enjoyed fish, chorizo tacos and corn cob. Tacos were awesome, 2 is plenty for 1 person! If you’re in the area, this is definitely the place to go!
Let me put it this way, we have taken the trip to Rockaway JUST to come here.
A legit surf bar complete with board lockers and some of the best fish tacos.
Tons of fun, summery mixed drinks, a long list of brews, and a full bar that hits the spot when you need a break from the boardwalk (a five minute walk away).
Nothing beats a visit when there’s live music playing. Our latest was post Covid and the vibe was relaxed and super friendly. They checked temps at the door and had a super smooth process for getting everyone a seat. We only waited about 15 minutes in line on a Saturday afternoon. Nice work!
Must get: fish tacos.
Still a great spot to have those fish taco craving 😋
Our food was tasty, the ambiance is great, and Tom the host is an icon. Prices seem fair for the food they’re serving which tasted fresh and came in good portion sizes. Great place to cool off after the beach. You can use credit card for food, but the bar is cash only. Would be 5 stars if they had more bathrooms and better water situation. For water, they currently have a jug that feels always on the verge of being empty - even though they are constantly refilling it- and I think it would be better if they just had a tap water line to fill cups at
Awesome place, very laid back atmosphere attached to Rockaway Surf Club Bar. Brought my bike inside, no problem. Fish tacos were very flavorful. They want you to use the QR code to access menu and order that way but I just went to counter and asked for menu and ordered that way. Staff were all very nice.
They aren't playing when they rank the fish tacos here some of the very best in NY, Soooo good!! The atmosphere is wicked cool, check out the photography inside the bar area, some really awesome shots for sure. The alcohol ones are great too! Staff super laid-back & cool, just like you should find in a local surf spot! So glad we happened in on this spot!!
I really like the vibe of tacoway Beach.
Yesterday i’ve been there for the second time and for being a Monday, it was pretty busy!
It took us about 15 min to order food and we teied cheese&beans tacos, chorizo & fish tacos + chips and guac.
Everything was very good: 3.50$ tacos & 4$ chips& guac.
Drinks were ok, i highly recommend not to order pina colada.
There are more bathrooms putside in the garden if you see a long line inside.
Overall exprerience was good and probably will go back next time i’ll be in Rockaway!!!!
I find excuses to go to the rockaways just so I can end my beach day here. The chips/guac and tacos are solid, and drinks are perfect on a warm, sunny day. They always have good music & a younger, lively crowd that make you want to hang for hours. It’s the most authentic “beach shack” establishment I’ve come across in NYC in over a decade, and I love it. You won’t be disappointed … other than drinks are cash only… but hey, no one is perfect.
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