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El Nico offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. El Nico also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (929) 594-2028.
El Nico is rated 4.5 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
288 N 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211-2103