"Would I dine here again? I would give it a five, probably not. Honestly, I'd rate it a 3.7. The food is decent, don't get me wrong, I'll eat here again because I know what to expect. Let's discuss... The restaurant in question is Piñatas Mexican Grill. This immediately raises my expectations for authentic Mexican cuisine, not Tex-Mex. This place seems a bit confused about its identity. My issue is with the three tacos I ordered with a side of black beans and rice. I chose the steak, chorizo, and lengua (tongue) tacos. The steak taco was alright, but the meat lacked flavor. The lack of seasoning was masked by cilantro, onion, and spicy salsa. The Lengua taco had no distinct taste, again disguised by the toppings and salsa. Worst of all was the chorizo taco, which was more like a sausage taco. Chorizo and sausage are not the same thing. The rice was bland and chewy, resembling reheated microwave rice. The black beans were tasty, and the melted cheese was a pleasant surprise. However, the tacos were overstuffed, causing them to fall apart when eaten. This seems to be a tactic to justify the high prices. As I reflect on my experience, I realize that perhaps Long Island lacks good Tex-Mex, leading me to label this as subpar Mexican food. Despite this, I have heard good things about the burritos, so I will give them a try next time. Wish me luck!"
