Las Margaritas

We were all hungry so we came here since V is familiar with the place. I've passed by so many times but never thought of eating there. It wasn't packed but we were there really early around 5pm.
I ordered a Cubano sandwich, L had a Bandeja, V got the grilled chicken, and D had the breaded chicken. The last two entrees includes rice, salad, option of fries or mashed potatoes. You can opt for beans also.
The Cubano was pretty tasty but a bit salty for me. Bread was toasted nicely. I was full after a couple of bites so I took the rest home but L & D were both starving and pretty much ate all their food. Portions are enough for two if you're not too hungry. I tried a lil of L's Bandeja. The rice and beans were good but the carne asada was really dry and chewy. The chicharron was crispy, but I only had a bite. Didn't try the egg but I prefer a nice sunny side up instead of an overcooked one.
D ordered a Honey Mojito which I took a sip. Totally not a fan of JD Honey or any whiskey with homey, perhaps the worst mojito I've ever had.. should've gotten a margarita instead.... V had a sangria which came in the smallest wine glass I've ever seen. Like I could've finished it in 2 sips.

I'm so done with this dump!
I have only myself to blame.
When you go somewhere without checking the Yelp reviews
you get what you deserve.

We have friends that live a couple blocks from there.
So, it's a quick walk for them and became the place
we'd go for Bdays, etc.

Food was ok. Drinks were ok.
Absolutely nothing special.
The 3 stars that I now see the place is rated.

Went yesterday. Same ok food and drink.
But ohhhh my goodness! Worst service I've seen
somewhere in over 20 years.

70 minutes and NINE requests to get a glass of water.
Frozen drinks (which obviously have to be made) no problem.
So, things that add to the check (and potentially the tip) come easily.
But things like water and napkins, good luck!

It was painfully difficult to order food, too.
Maybe they think if you wait forever for your food, you'll have more drinks?

The environment is awful.
They blast the music so you have to scream just to have
a conversation. You yell to be heard above the music.
Then, the next table has to be heard above the music and you.
Then, I have to try to be heard above the music and 2 tables
of screaming people. It's so stressful and unpleasant.

For only the 5th time in my whole life, I didn't leave a tip.

There's just nothing to recommend this place.
With average food and drinks, high prices, bad service
and unpleasant atmosphere, there are way too many
choices in the neighborhood to go to this place.

Las margaritas has got to get a new name, because if you can't even make an item mediocre that you've named yourself after, you're not worth staying in business. Never in my life have I had a margarita that was clear. I'm surprised the staff isn't embarrassed to work there.... Most staff members were speaking Spanish, yet were somehow ok serving such a margarita, guacamole that likely came from Costco and offering Tabasco when you ask for hot sauce.....

For all the food variety in Jackson heights, there is no need to stop into las margaritas. You won't get a good drink, you won't get edible food, and staff unfortunately doesn't care.

Food was amazing. The service was great. The ambiance was good. Would definitely go back again.

Very strong drinks haha had a great time! The food was yummy and the vibes were great!

the place is clean and big. the food is good. however it used to be better when we got the food it was cold especially the rice, the portions are also smaller now. We have came to this restaurant a good amt of times now. the chicharron didnt taste good either.

Well I'm sitting in the bar and the bartender with the blonde hair and the pony tail is not very nice, she's just doing a job, she doesn't make you feel welcome. I'm asking for the check and I'm heading out!!

La comida está pasable .. el servicio es bueno .. el ambiente es agradable .. yo recomiendo este lugar no por la comida si por el servicio y el ambiente ..!!

On happy hour, I ordered a glass of pinto Grigio and some rice and garlic shrimp. The garlic shrimp tastes great but the rice was too hard as a rock. The most disappointing part was the glass of pinto Grigio, they forgot to wash it because it left a lipstick stain on. I told the waiter to change it to a cleaner glass and he did.

The ambient of the restaurant was good for a happy hour and for sporting events along with some salsa and reggaetón music! But I'm not coming to this place to watch the upcoming World Cup because the food was not that great except for the garlic shrimp and they gave me a dirty glass of white wine!

Ooops! I almost forgot, they gave me an unopened ketchup bottle for my fries (the fries were ok), they supposed to open it before serving to the customers!

Met up with some friends at las margaritas before we headed to the stadium in queens. This is authentic Colombian / Latin American cuisine. This place is known for their margaritas (hence the name) and their great food. We enjoyed two appetizers, the chicken quesadilla and the picadellas, chicharron with salchicha and tostones. Then i decided to order the bandeja tipica. Picture included. I underestimated how much food was included in this meal but i don't always eat Colombian so i had to order it. It came with white rice, beans, steak, pork belly, corn cake, Maduro, avocado. It was very filling and could barley finish it. I was very full when i done and definitely had the Food coma. The food was great and service was great as well. The servers gave everyone time to make their order and didn't rush us out. I would definitely go back to when in the area.