Escorza's - Mexican restaurant in Wantagh - 3463 Merrick Rd, USA

Great Mexican restaurant and all around dining experience. I went here with some family for dinner over the weekend. When we walked in the dining room was packed, there were people sitting at the bar up front, and there was a band playing in the front by the entrance. The band played all night long - from the moment we walked in, and they were going strong while we were leaving hours later. We didn't have a reservation but we might've got lucky, it's probably best to make a reservation for a weekend dinner. The ambiance was exactly what I was expecting, a beautifully painted and laid out space, with decorations on the walls. The energy was high throughout the restaurant - every table was having a good time. The owner is always around and checking on guests. The food and drinks could not have been better. They have a full collection of signature margaritas, mojitos, and other cocktails. We got a ton of food for the table and picked at every plate. Every single dish that landed on the table was delicious and flavorful. I recommend the mixed ceviche and the tostones caribeños as appetizers. For entrees we had the mocaljete, shrimp mazatlan, enchiladas, and shrimp a la diabla. Delicious, big but not giant entree portions. And of course you can't forget about the flan for dessert. You have to stop by Escorza's! You won't be disappointed!

This was my first time at this restaurant. I’m not the one to even give bad reviews, but my experience was not expected especially from the good reviews I’ve read. We went on a Monday, it was kinda busy, we ordered frozen margaritas, and I didn’t even get it frozen. I didn’t even bother to let the server know because they looked confused and busy. We waited over 45 mins for our food which is unacceptable. Sadly to say, the food was definitely not worth the wait at all. I had high expectations too. The servers weren’t friendly either and never checked up on you, and also they don’t greet you when you enter or leave as well. The only nice thing was the atmosphere, aesthetic and the complimentary salsa and chips and the table side guacamole which was very delicious and fresh.

We went out for dinner with our son and his girlfriend on margarita Monday. The margaritas were fantastic. I had the tamarind margarita for the first time. I will definitely go back again for another. Then we had hand made guacamole made at our table with home made tortilla chips. They was delicious. After that the main course came. I ordered the California tacos. They were amazing. I've always been satisfied with my meals there. I can't comment on dessert because I was too full to order any. And I brought some food home which was just as good the next night. If you want delicious family recipe Mexican food, this is a place you have to try.

Best restaurant for a great experience starting with a welcoming staff, delicious food, great entertainment. Renee, owner, goes above and beyond to ensure a great experience with his attentiveness to detail from the moment you walk in.

We made reservation for Friday evening at 6:30, there were 6 of us and walked in and sat down. Food was great. Especially the guacamole made in front of you. Place was crowded when we left and they had a small band.

We had a wonderful evening for my sons Birthday. The food was Delicious. It was Friday night so they had a mariachi band playing. A Fun place to celebrate !!

This place is amazing 👏 the food speaks for itself and the service makes it that much better! Drinks are top notch this local 💎 has it all!! Must try , check pics

Food was delicious, wait staff were very good. Definitely one of our favorite restaurants.