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Besito Mexican Restaurant - West Islip NY

Restaurant β€’ Mexican restaurant β€’ Taco restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in West Islip


Address

399 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795, United States

Website

www.besitomexican.com

Contact

+1 631-620-3222

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1K reviews)

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  • 4/5 Jennifer P. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff was lovely, food was good, the restaurant was lovely inside. All around good experience! The shrimp empanadas were really really good!
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Chelsea W. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 228 reviews
    The food okay, the atmosphere and service were excellent. We came for lunch/early dinner around 3PM and were the only few people there. The restaurant was so cute and decorated beautifully. The service was so quick and we got everything we needed. The serrt potato tacos were great and the guacamole was excellent, but needed a bit more lime. Unfortunately the tortilla soup I was really looking forward to was only okay. I wouldn't order that again. Overall a cute place to eat yummy Mexican.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Journee A. 8 months ago on Google β€’ 59 reviews
    5 stars all the way! I traveled out of state to see a friend and she told me how amazing the blood orange margarita is here. I am vegan, and I was super pleased that I found delicious vegan options. The restaurant is so beautiful! The service is amazing. A number of times we were checked on to ask if we were pleased with everything, or if we needed anything by not only our server, but others was a sign of great customer service. I will definitely visit here again the next time I am in the area.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Glenn 2 years ago on Google
    Getting out as Covid becomes vaccinated is a delight when the food is well prepared and well served. Our palates were made happy and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 M J. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to enjoy some delicious food and even yummier margaritas. Service is usually great, however the interior can feel tight if it's a busy night. They used to give churros as a little treat to go, but that seems to have stopped unfortunately.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Natalie 2 years ago on Google
    First time here. Seems like a very popular restaurant as it was pretty packed when we came in. Glad we had a reservation. Staff was very friendly but from what I've heard this a smaller location compares to the others. And you could kind of tell since the tables were pretty close together. Appetizers and entrees were very good. Overall would recommend this place but I do think the food is a little bit pricey. We split our check 5 ways and it was still over $50/person just for 1 drink, entree, and splitting the appetizer. Also the lighting is very dim as well which creates a vibe but it seemed a little bit dark. Food was delicious though.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Gina P. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 108 reviews
    Besito is consistently on point with their food, drinks and staff. Whether you come in for brunch or dinner their food is delicious. We love the margaritas and sangria - I always ask for a spicy margarita which they deliver on! The decor is so lovely - as many times as we've been there I still admire it. During the week you don't tend to need a reservation which is convenient. Some of our favorite meals are the iron skillet tacos and the enchiladas. Plantains are also delicious and you cannot leave without having the churros!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 David K. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 254 reviews
    Great venue just like the other locations. It's not cheap and I think the value overall has gone down the last few years. All the food is usually excellent. Had a minor issue with my entree but Milton the manager did the right thing for us. Would return to this location for sure.

  • 5/5 Johnathan P. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 90 reviews
    I haven't had good Mexican food in a while. Everything I tried from here was so flavorful. Our server Iauren was great. I would definitely recommend this place. I found my new favorite restaurant. Also the staff are friendly and fast. I told them that it was my anniversary and they gave us two glasses of champagne. This place is amazing
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Foodie C. 2 years ago on Google
    Besito is a very nice little restaurant. With delicious Mexican staples and great specials. Make sure you dress nicely when you come here. The drinks are very strong and the margaritas are a must have. Started dinner with an order of the medium guacamole. The guacamole was very fresh and not spicy at all until you got to the bottom then it was insanely spicy. I guess it wasn’t mixed right. Ordered the grab taco appetizer. Very cool because they fried the whole crab. It was a very little grab so the whole body could be easily eaten. Yum. Very new and very innovative. For main course I ordered the enchiladas mexitas. It was 2 enchiladas smothered in a creamy sauce with mixed meat inside and onions on top. Not the biggest portion size for the money. And the sauce was the only part with flavor. Also ordered the ensalada de salmon. Basically it was a nice piece of salmon encrusted in pistachio over a bed of salad. Very delicious. Would order again. Service was perfect. Very pricey though
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Clothing C. 8 months ago on Google
    Fresh food, decent size portions, very tasty, the filet mignon was definitely a great price and cooked perfectly.The tables are very close together. Our server was very friendly and made helpful recommendations. I was there on a Wednesday night and parking was available in their lot.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Eli T. 5 months ago on Google
    Great place. Love the atmosphere. The food was delicious. Go here. Didn't sit at the bar but it's very inviting. Again go here.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Lee R. 8 months ago on Google
    An excellent and delicious dining experience. The staff was very friendly and accommodating and well as interactive with the diners. The Guacamole was fresh and prepared when it is ordered. For my main course, I had the Sonora Ribs which when served, the presentation looked like a work of art. They were fresh, moist and delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want an excellent meal and happily give it 5 stars.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Johan C. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 140 reviews New
    Best Mexican cuisine in all of Long Island. Off the Babylon main Street beaten path, this cozy restaurant boasts big flavor and excellent service. Have never had a bad dish here

  • 5/5 Jackie V. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 116 reviews
    I don't know where to begin... EVERYTHING about this restaurant is a 10/10. The staff, the decor, the food, cocktails, the service... everything is just phenomenal. LOVE this restaurant! Wish it was bigger so the reservations didn’t fill up so quick!

  • 5/5 Fitzgerald T. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 83 reviews New
    great place! food amazing! drinks on point! had the best pineapple spicy margarita!

  • 5/5 Carole O. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 37 reviews
    We had the guacamole, mixtos and carne asada iron skillet tacos, carne asada quesadilla, shrimp jalisco and sonora ribs. Everything was fresh, tasty, seasoned beautifully, artfully presented and delicious. Everyone enjoyed their meal and we had a great time!

  • 5/5 m v. 5 months ago on Google
    Chips and salsa were amazing Guacamole was okay. Very little for it's price Carne asada skillet was great Skirt steak needs to have a tad more flavor(salt) when being cooked but still a good piece of meat. Fish tacos were good. Just needed some salt. Churros were good Tres Leche was eh. Service was great!

  • 5/5 Shanel F. 5 months ago on Google
    The food was delicious! The people were amazing! Definitely coming back again with my husband. Absolutely loved everything including the inside of the restaurant.

  • 4/5 Su A. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 10 reviews
    Loved the restaurant they have a great selection of mock drinks but I went with a classic iced tea. They bring it in a tequila bottle with agave on the side which is awesome for me. It's served with a slice of lemon and ice. The food was great but I only gave it 4 stars because the menue didn't have the food listed as spicy and mine were spicy to the point I couldn't finish mine. I ate most of it but couldn't really enjoy it the way I wanted. I wouldn't have taken of a star if it was just me someone else in our party had some spice on their food that made it hard for them to enjoy in the way that they liked as well. The service was great they got our orders right and anticipated our needs by giving us one side with its regular toppings the other without because we had a person who adheres to a vegan diet with us. It was really a great experience. I would definitely go there again.

  • 5/5 Shaquawnna B. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s was a very relaxed spot. The guacamole was fresh and amazing! Everything we had was tasteful and fresh! The service was excellent!

  • 5/5 Glaydz P. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was authentic delicious and spicy lol. Staff was super friendly. Outside seating for summer and valet parking. Reservations only, that's how popular it is. Small but grande....will be back again!

  • 4/5 Nick S. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is great, our waitress was wonderful. Drinks were okay, too sweet for me but that’s a personal preference. Holding back from 5 stars because there is no need to pack people on top of each other the way they do. Service was forced to lean into our table to take orders or drop food for those next to us. Not a huge deal but they could do with 3-4 less tables squeezed together.

  • 5/5 Gerardo C. 1 year ago on Google
    Second time here and both experiences were excellent. Nice setting, delicious food and drinks and very good service.

  • 4/5 Danielle A. 2 years ago on Google
    Besito has great food and service. It is a very nice place for a date night or a celebration 🍾

  • 4/5 Steven G. 1 year ago on Google
    I really like this place. If you are tired of Americanized tacos and burritos, come her for some innovative, meaningful Mexican cuisine. Update - 3 years later and I still like this place. Considered 5 stars and just missed the mark for 2 reasons - a few entre specials would help to round out the offerings ; tables too close together which feels a bit awkward like your dinning with your neighboring tables.

  • 5/5 Omar C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food every time I go. Definitely next level Mexican restaurant. Had senora ribs today. Ribs good a little too much sauce but tasty under the sauce.

  • 5/5 Tommy L. 2 years ago on Google
    Dominic was a pleasure to speak with. Very helpful and made sure our meal was going well. Delicious food, good service, great drinks. Parking is valet however come a bit early and you won't need Valet. Great ambiance of a place and can get crowded. We were leaving and it was just getting crowded. However, great place. Definitely recommend.

  • 5/5 Tom R. 2 years ago on Google
    The dining area is really nice and warm . The waitress that we had a great personality and she spoke very clearly. The waitress was very helpful the food is delicious the dessert was delicious I had a really great time I would definitely recommend people to come here . You have to make a reservation it's so good and so busy

  • 5/5 Kimberly H. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience for our first time staff was pleasant knowledgeable and made recommendations as to what are the must try menu items, food was even better great taste presentation was on point, the manager was very sweet and when we told him that it was an anniversary celebration he came back with complimentary champagne, definitely will return again

  • 5/5 Robert S. 2 years ago on Google
    Everything from appetizers and cocktails, entrees and desserts are top notch. Everything is freshly prepared: such as nachos straight from the oven, and freshly squeezed lemonade.

  • 5/5 Loretta M. 2 years ago on Google
    The margarita’s are exceptional and the food is beyond delicious! To make the experience even better is the excellent service from the entire staff. Looking forward to my next dinner.

  • 5/5 Thomas K. 2 years ago on Google
    On a whim, we went to Besito and LOVED IT! Will definitely return!!

  • 5/5 Tee 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and service. I was happy to see people of all backgrounds dine here. Definitely a diverse crowd! We will definitely be back here! Thank you😊

  • 3/5 Arlene G. 2 years ago on Google
    I'm not much for Mexican food, as I have a sensitive stomach, but I had a chicken taco. It was fresh and tasted good. The waitress was very nice and helpful, and so was management. But the menu was limited in variety and I usually enjoy a Burrito. It wasn't listed. Anyway, if one is into Mexican food, it's good. I only went there for a friend. The outdoor seating is in a beautiful area w enjoyable music. πŸ€ πŸ˜€


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free parking lot
    • βœ“οΈ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Debit cards
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
    • βœ“οΈ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Wine
    • βœ“οΈ Coffee
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Spirits
    • βœ“οΈ Cocktails
    • βœ“οΈ Comfort food
    • βœ“οΈ Small plates
    • βœ“οΈ Happy-hour food
    • βœ“οΈ Healthy options
    • βœ“οΈ Late-night food
    • βœ“οΈ Vegetarian options
    • βœ“οΈ Private dining room
  • Popular for
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Brunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Dessert
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Catering
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ— Delivery
    • βœ“οΈ Takeaway
    • βœ“οΈ Kerbside pickup
    • βœ“οΈ Outdoor seating

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