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Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria, Queens, NY

Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

4.6
4.6
313 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
Our Story The goal – to guarantee a wonderful meal with authentic cuisine and fabulous margaritas, serve over 50 artisanal and ancestral mezcals, and over 100 different types of tequila brands in a vibrant unique atmosphere that boasts excellent service. Ruta Oaxaca Mexican Cuisine opened in Astoria in 2021 with such a wonderful and successful home run that a second location opened in Patchogue in March 2022. Ruta Oaxaca means “Road to Oaxaca,” a historic state in the southern part of Mexico. Mr. Castillo and his Partners are keenly focused on honoring Oaxacan culinary traditions, whose fame is derived in great part from its many varieties of moles. By legend, these ancient recipes are more than sauces, they are the very focus of the meal. Ruta Oaxaca proudly features four moles, each prepared using the Oaxacan mole recipes that have made the cuisine world famous. Visit us at our locations in Astoria 929-349-1228 Patchogue 631-569-2233 Woodbury 516-515-9620 Brooklyn 718-576-1507

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (929) 349-1228
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We offer catering to your home, office or commercial, Please visit our website for further information www.rutaoaxacamex.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer Outdoor private patio for your office or for families private parties, Please call us at 929-349-1228 or email us at info@rutaoaxacamex.com for further information.
  • Neighbourhood
    Astoria
  • Cross Street
    Between 35th STREET & 36th STREET
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria - Taco Tuesday!

    Multiple dates available
    Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria - Taco Tuesday! All Tacos entrees are $14 every Tuesday Dine-in Only
    Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria - Taco Tuesday! photo
  • Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria- Bottomless Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria - Bottomless Brunch Saturday & Sunday 11:30am-4pm $35 with a purchase of an entree Michelada, Mimosa, Bellini, Red/white wine, Sangria, Bloody Maria
    Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria- Bottomless Brunch photo

Offers

  • Enjoy Happy Hour at Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 4:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
    Join us for Happy Hour at Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria Monday-Friday 12pm-7pm Bar & Outdoor only Cocteles/Sangria $10 Micheladas $8 Beer specials Bottles $5 Draft $8

  • Join us for Brunch at Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    Enjoy our Saturday and Sunday Brunch 2 for 1 Margaritas 12pm-4pm

What 313 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Queens

    Great for brunch

  • Queens

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruta Oaxaca in Astoria is celebrated for its "amazing authentic" Mexican cuisine and "incredible" staff. The lively atmosphere, highlighted by live music and creative cocktails like "La Chingona," enhances the dining experience. While occasionally loud, it's "best for groups" and offers thoughtful service with gluten-free options.

313 Reviews
  1. Nicole

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was amazing so I really really recommend coming here if you want a great meal. The live music was fun, but it really made it hard to have a conversation..
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hola Nicole, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a great time with us. It truly means a lot when our guests recommend us—your support is greatly appreciated. We also appreciate your feedback about the live music. We understand that while it adds to the ambiance, it can sometimes make conversation a bit challenging. We'll definitely consider this and work on finding a better balance moving forward. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon and provide you with an even better experience! Warm regards, Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  2. Daisy

    VIP

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is Amazing. I came here to celebrate my son's birthday and there were 9 of us. We got there early and were still seated right away as our tables were ready. This which was great as we didn't have to wait. The staff here are incredible, especially our waitress. The food was great and everyone loved it. The drinks were really good as well. I highly recommend it for small or large groups. I will definitely be coming back!!!
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hola Daisy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are absolutely thrilled that you chose us to celebrate your son's birthday. It’s great to hear that everything went smoothly, from the quick seating to the fantastic food and drinks. Our team works hard to make sure every guest has a memorable experience, so your kind words about our staff, especially your waitress, truly mean a lot to us. We're so happy that everyone in your group enjoyed the meal! We can’t wait to welcome you back—whether for another special celebration or just a casual visit. Thanks again for recommending us! Looking forward to seeing you soon, Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  3. gary

    VIP

    New York City

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ruta is by far the best Mexican restaurant in Astoria. It’s a lovely place with nice people and amazing authentic tasty food.
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hola Gary, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re honored to be considered the best Mexican restaurant in Astoria. It truly warms our hearts to hear that you enjoyed our authentic, flavorful food and had a great experience with our team. We take pride in what we do, and your kind words mean the world to us. We can't wait to have you back for another amazing meal. See you soon, Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  4. DimitraA

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food here! We always enjoy our meals here and the drinks as well. Can be just a tad too loud in the back of the restaurant.

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  5. Richard

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great good and service as usual. Best authentic Mexican in NYC.
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hola Richard, Thank you so much for your continued support and for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and service once again. We take great pride in offering authentic Mexican flavors, and it's an honor to be considered the best in NYC by amazing guests like you. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals. See you soon! Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  6. Robert

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always have the mole! I also had a margarita called "La Chingona" which was very good.
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on February 2, 2025
    Hola Robert, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re a fan of our mole—it’s one of those dishes that keeps guests coming back, and we’re so glad you enjoy it! Also, we’re happy to hear you loved "La Chingona" margarita—it's definitely a bold, flavorful choice, and we’re glad it hit the mark for you. We can’t wait to have you back to enjoy more of your favorites! Thanks again for your support. Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  7. Marilyn

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Server put me at a table that was wet, it took for ever to get a glass of water and for the waiter to come over to our table. Took a while to come out as well. Chicken tacos were dry. The drinks were good though. 

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  8. Bhavya

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place - 10/10 recommend. Food and drinks delicious.

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  9. Vanessa

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We keep coming back here. My family loves the food and the staff are welcoming.
    Ruta Oaxaca - AstoriaResponded on December 17, 2024
    Dear Vanessa, Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. So, thanks for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again. Ruta Oaxaca Family

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  10. Carla

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of 6 all loved every appetizer and entree. Ceviche, octopus, ribs, tacos, and enchiladas were all a hit! So was the margarita "tree." We appreciate the thoughtful service and will be returning soon. I'm happy I got to introduce my friends to Ruta Oaxaca (including the toddler who enjoyed bites of almost all the meals and the sauces). I also have to mention I loved the new menu and I appreciate the gluten-free options/labels.

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FAQs

Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (929) 349-1228.

Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria is rated 4.6 stars by 313 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ruta Oaxaca - Astoria

35-03 Broadway, Queens, NY 11106

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 35th STREET & 36th STREET
  • Neighbourhood
    Astoria
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (929) 349-1228
  • Catering
    We offer catering to your home, office or commercial, Please visit our website for further information www.rutaoaxacamex.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer Outdoor private patio for your office or for families private parties, Please call us at 929-349-1228 or email us at info@rutaoaxacamex.com for further information.
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