Wayne and Sons

My boyfriend and I stumbled across this spot on a random night, and as a San Antonio native, the words “Tex-Mex” on the sign had me immediately curious. We sat down and were greeted right away by Tiffany, who’s just the sweetest. Then we met Justin, the owner turns out, he’s also from Texas! That Texas connection runs deep! they even use H-E-B tortillas, which any Texan knows is the real deal. Now let’s talk about the food: Oscar, the chef, makes the most incredible crunchy tacos I’ve had in my entire life. No exaggeration. One bite and I was transported right back home. I’ve brought all my fellow Texans here and they’re rightfully obsessed. Any time there’s a chance for a double date, I’m always suggesting Wayne & Son!

Went here on Friday and had one of the best experiences Ive ever had at a restaurant (no joke). The food is authentic-no fluff-Tex Mex. Just soulful, delicious, cheesy and affordable. Drinks are top class. Very high quality frozen marg + fridge full of shiner bock= a happy Texan. Lastly the staff is incredibly hospitable and aware of customers. This restaurant is such a great place to grab a drink and hang out or bring the whole crew and grub out. Oh and the music is so on point. Felt like I was back home in Texas.

Take me to Wayne’s country — is what I’ll be saying from now after visiting this establishment. Wayne, Justin (aka Justin but he’s earned the title of Wayne) was fantastic. The queso is great, pretty yellow though (if you’re into that I did eat a lot of it but it was still yellow). You must order the special spice around the rim of your strawberry frozen margarita. You won’t notice it’s there but then you’ll taste it and be like huh I didn’t know strawberries tasted like that but it’s good (this was by request it won’t taste like that if you don’t ask for it to). It’s Wayne’s world, we’re just seated in it.

Lovely little spot for Tex Mex! The good is flavorful and packs a kick. Highly recommend the chips and dip, the veggie burrito, and the crispy tacos. It is difficult to find super good Tex Mex in NYC and the staff are so friendly. We came here on recommendation from a coworker and it lived up to the height! It is a small space but the staff are super helpful in finding a seat. It has a pretty large drinks menu and nice happy hour which ends at 7.

If you want to have the best frozen margaritas which are strong and not too sweet; this is your place. The food is delicious, crunchy tacos, very savory, with a cheese to die for. The staff is so friendly, that you feel at home. They talk and laugh and make you feel so welcome. Tiffany is always smiling. The chef is making the food fresh on the spot for you, and the bartender as well. making delicious cocktails. Highly recommend this place for delicious tex-mex food and amazing cocktails. This is what we needed in the East Village

I got lucky finding this amazing Tex-Mex jewel in the East Village Wayne & Sons.  Even though they’ve been open less than a month as of this writing, I’ve already been here twice and am looking for more friends, coworkers and neighbors to take there. The menu, though limited due to space, is filled with tasty choices that will blow your mind.  Chips & queso warms you from the inside out, with a tasty gooey queso and the very best tortilla chips I’ve had in forever.  I was hesitant on cowboy caviar, but I’m now a believer- the black eyed peas are flavorful and tender, the mix of corn, avocado and jalapeno makes you wish for one more bite when finished.  The Wayne’s taco should be the standard that crunchy taco are held to- just the right amount of ground beef goodness with toppings and cheese. The asado taco won me over from the first bite- as a pork lover I immediately enjoyed the pulled pork and salsa; but the big surprise for me was the mushroom taco.  Slightly smoky with a generous amount of nicely seasoned mushrooms, my friends and I couldn’t get enough.  The interestingly named Armadillo Fries are a delicious take on nachos- french fries with chili, sauces, and all the toppings make for an amazing combo, like every other dish, we cleaned the plate (container) I've only had a few of their drinks (I was sticking mostly to the theme and having margaritas) but everything I had was fantastic. Thankfully, the margaritas- both rocks and frozen- aren't too sweet like so many places in the East Village, so you can actually taste the lime juice, tequila, and everything else. The Ranch Water was a nicely refreshing thirst quencher based on Topo Chico. My personal fav was the mezcal mula, a mezcal version of the classic Moscow Mule... the mezcal works nicely. Service is something else here as well, everyone we interacted with- the chef, Justin the bartender, or the friendliest host of them all Tiffany were a joy to talk to, answered questions with passion, and just gave a fun and happily fresh vibe to the joint.  It's easy to see their passion in Wayne & Sons and it's contagious. The only catch is that the place is tiny- it will fill up quickly with just a few visitors. I say go early if you want to sit, or have more margaritas if you don't mind standing. You can be sure I’ll be a regular, might even see you there.

This place is everything you want it to be. The food is comforting and reminds me of home and the service is incredible. The perfect neighborhood spot and just what the neighborhood needs. Could not recommend this place enough. Make it your go to spot for Tex Mex in the city

Oscar and Tiffany are the best. I stopped by a few weeks ago for breakfast tacos and loved it, so I brought my boyfriend and his dad for dinner today so we could try the queso. The food was outstanding, and they were taking song requests. Great vibes all around. This place is Texan approved, for sure!

another tex-mex gem in nyc!!! glad to find another great spot for great texmex eats!!! Margaritas are great and if you are lucky you HAVE to get an order of the off menu churros made fresh !!! omg as a pastry chef these are some of the best churros ive had in the city!!! everything else we got was just as exceptional including the service! hope to be back soon!!

After a week in NYC, I was seriously craving tacos. A coworker recommended Wayne and Sons, and I'm so glad I checked it out. It's a small, unassuming spot. You could easily walk right past it without realizing what a gem it is. This is definitely Tex-Mex cuisine, which was a real treat for someone from California. We tend to lean heavy on the "Mex" side, not so much the "Tex," so I really appreciate Tejano food when I can find it. I ordered a crunchy taco and an asado taco. Both came in hard shells and were absolutely delicious. The salsa verde was solid, but the salsa roja was mind-blowing. I immediately asked if they sell it, and the staff said they're working on bottling it. I can't wait. I also got the queso, which came with "Textopos." It's a clever play on words that took me a second to catch. The queso itself was rich and comforting, exactly what you want from a Tex-Mex spot. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. They helped me order the right things and made the whole experience feel relaxed and personal. This is a unique and special place in NYC, and I'm really glad I stopped by. I'll definitely be back.

I was so happy to see this open on 2nd Ave near where I live. Surprised I hadn't heard of it but they don't deliver at all is why. Staff/kitchen/owners were the nicest but .. the tacos I got were the worst I've ever had. Deep fried greasy shells with oily meet covered in cheap baseball park nacho cheese. Literally 6 tablespoons of cheap oil poured out as we tried but could not eat. Great idea but epic food failure. From a couple living nearby on 2nd Ave we won't be back and will tell everyone we know to avoid like the plague.

Super cute spot! Friendly owners! Great fresh and homemade food! We stumbled in during the pre launch and loved what we saw. Frozen margaritas are perfectly curated, just the right amount of frozen with quality fresh ingredients. More tart than sweet which is how I love it! Tequila is smooth. We also tried the chips/salsa/queso, king ranch soft taco and crunchy beef taco. All were great and any Texan in nyc will appreciate. Can't wait for the full menu and will most def be back for a breakfast taco. Great spot, def check it out! Worth schlepping to the East Village for !

Literally stumbled on this place and almost left because we were looking for a bar, but we were convinced to stay by some other patrons. The vibe was cozy and fun and the staff was so kind and welcoming! This place is great for a quick bite and the food was delicious. My friends said the drinks were great and strong! They then brought us back to the speakeasy which was a great vibe! If I'm ever in the area again and looking for a quick greasy fix this will be my first stop!

My visit made me appreciate what restaurants can offer. The people working at Wayne & Sons are exceptionally nice. Their dining area features ample seating options. Food came out looking and tasting perfect. The experience here is totally satisfying.

Best taco I've had in NYC! Country music playlist was a vibe. Good queso and delicious margaritas.

These tacos are so good and crispy . Loved the mushroom tacos . They catered the Kelly Clarkson Show and I had the pleasure to try them . So they also travel well .

Staff is awesome! So thankful we had the chance to go during their launch week!! Oscar is an AMAZING cook, making the best tacos. I had the mushroom tacos, and my bf and dad had Asado tacos. We all loved the frozen margs that reminded me of home (former Texas resident here). All around, nothing but great things to say. Definitely check them out!!

Had a wonderful first time at Wayne and sons! Tiny place but the food was really good. A bit expensive for classic Tex mex. The co owner was super nice and chatted with us. I'll definitely be back

Our new go-to. We loved our long anticipated night here. Everything was as good as we had hoped and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Exactly the local date night we are after. Happy to have a a new favorite taco and margarita spot. We're not from Texas but everyone else seemed to be;) Thanks, Tiffany and co!!