Besito Mexican - West Islip

4.7

1831 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

Upscale option for Mexican fare and cocktails, with private dining available, and a kids' menu.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(631) 620-3222
Website
http://www.besitomexican.com/westislipny
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Carlos Arellano
Private party facilities
We can offer private affairs during lunch when we are open on select weekdays. We are limited in our ability host private affairs any other time but welcome smaller party requests during the day.

Location
399 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795
Neighborhood
West Islip
Parking details
We have a private lot, side street and parking available across the street.
Public transit
Accessible via car, bus, Long Island Railroad (Babylon Station)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Besito's Famous Guacamole - Fresh & Made-To-Order$14.95
Freshly made! Hass avocado, tomato, jalapeño, onion, salt, cilantro. Served fresh homemade salsa & with tortilla chips
Ensalada De Casa$12.95
Baby arugula, fresh watermelon, jicama, queso fresco, pistachios, pomegranate vinaigrette
Queso Fundido$15.95
Baked queso chihuahua, rajas, chorizo, onions, cilantro. Served with warm corn tortillas
Carne Asada Quesadilla$19.95
Marinated grilled skirt steak, queso chihuahua, espinaca, salsa verde cruda, salsa guajillo, crema
Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla$18.95
queso chihuahua, spinach, rajas, corn, salsa guajillo, crema, salsa verde cruda. (Remove cheese to make Vegan)
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla$18.95
queso chihuahua, poblano rajas, salsa verde cruda, salsa guajillo, crema
Tortilla Soup$12.95
pulled chicken, avocado, queso Chihuahua, cilantro, pasilla chile, crema, onion, tortilla strips
Shrimp Empanadas$14.95
Queso Chihuahua, tinga, chipotle mango sauce
Crispy Shrimp Taco$19.95
3 soft tacos. Chipotle crema, salsa molcajete, queso fresco, red cabbage, green scallions, micro greens. Served on soft warm corn tortillas.
Crispy Fish Taco$19.95
3 soft tacos. Baja style fish, jalapeno citrus salsa, pico de gallo, micro greens. Served on soft warm corn tortillas.
Roasted Sweet Potato Taco$18.95
3 tacos on warm corn tortillas, roasted corn & spicy pumpkin seeds, queso asado, serrano toreados salsa. (Remove cheese to make Vegan)
Ceviche del Dia$0.00
- MKT$0.00
Seafood Flautas$19.95
shrimp, lobster, crab meat, queso Chihuahua, tinga, tres chiles avocado sauce and salsa verde

Iron Skillet Tacos

queso Chihuahua melted in an iron skillet & served with warm soft corn tortillas ~ all entrees served with house rice & beans for the table ~

Grilled Chicken$26.95
Grilled marinated chicken, queso chihuahua, poblano rajas, salsa verde cruda. salsa guajillo Served with warm corn tortillas.
Mixtos Iron Skillet Tacos$29.95
Grilled skirt steak, chorizo, chicken, queso chihuahua, nopales salad, salsa verde cruda, salsa guajillo. Served with warm corn tortillas (Salsas served on side. Served from the skillet, easy to reheat if desired).
*Carne Asada Iron Skillet Tacos$31.95
Grilled marinated skirt steak, queso chihuahua, poblano rajas, salsa verde cruda, salsa guajillo. Served with warm corn tortillas. (Salsas served on side. Served from the skillet, easy to reheat if desired).
Vegetable Iron Skillet Tacos$20.95
Roasted corn, sautéed spinach, rajas, salsa verde, crema (side). Served with warm corn tortillas. Served from the skillet. (Remove crema to make Vegan).

Specialties

~ all entrees served with house rice & beans for the table ~

Enchilada Suizas$25.95
Shredded chicken, salsa tomatillo con crema, queso chihuahua, onions, cilantro
Enchilada Mixtas$28.95
Grilled skirt steak, chicken, chorizo, salsa guajillo con crema, sweet plantains, queso fresco, crema, onions, cilantro
Enchilada Vegetales$20.95
Ask your server for the list of seasonal vegetables and other ingredients.
Arrachera*$38.95
Grilled skirt steak, arugula, roasted corn, queso fresco, pomegranate vinaigrette salad (dressing on side)
El Dorado$34.95
pan seared Market Fish, crab & blue corn tortilla crusted, sweet corn atole, chayote, tomatillo con crema, cilantro
Pescado Veracruzana$34.95
pan seared market fish, roasted tomato salsa, peppers, capers, olives, fresh cilantro
Filete de Res*$37.95
Filet mignon marinated in negra modelo, chipotle quemado salsa, queso Chihuahua, nopales, plantains, queso fresco, cilantro
Shrimp Jalisco$31.95
Jumbo shrimp pan seared, mashed boniato, tequila chipotle glaze, spring pico de gallo
Sonora Ribs$29.95
Slow cooked baby back ribs, agave, chipotle & lime glazed, cilantro. Served with grilled watermelon slice.
*Ensalada De Salmon - Sub Chicken / Steak / Shrimp$28.95
Pistacho crusted salmon, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, roasted corn, avocado, queso fresco, chipotle cream dressing
Quesa-Birria$27.95
3 corn tortillas, pulled beef barria, queso Chihuahua, birria dipping broth, salsa verde, cilantro, onions

Sides

Mexican Street Corn - Off the Cob$8.94
Queso fresco, chile molido, off the cob
Sweet Plantains$8.94
Fried, crema, queso fresco

What 1,831 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York State
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Besito Mexican in West Islip offers an "exceptional dining experience" with consistently "delicious food," flavorful margaritas, and a warm ambiance. Highlights include their "unmatched guacamole," "superior" service, and standout dishes like ribs and skirt steak. While some mention limited menu options and tight seating, the overall experience is highly praised.

1,831 Reviews

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Stacey
New York City
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The tacos were soooo small for 17$ :( This place very overpriced and overrated
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Estefany
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I just wanna say amazing!!! And Ruth TY for being such an amazing person and for taking such a good care of everything!!! You made our night and it felt so special since it’s my boyfriends fav restaurant!! We were celebrating his bday and tres leches is his favorite dessert 🤭🤍 ty for the lil details we left and we both were so happy and grateful for that 🫶🏼
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Patricia
New York State
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was amazing and so attentive with a great personality. The food was excellent and the drinks were delicious.
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on January 12, 2025
Hola Patricia, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks and service from our team. Your feedback means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience! ~Besito West Islip
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Lillanna
VIP
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A bit expensive, however great quality food and drinks and great service!
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on January 7, 2025
Hola Lillanna, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our food, drinks, and service. Quality is something we take great pride in, and it's wonderful to know it stood out during your visit. We truly appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon for another great experience. ~ Besito West Islip
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Joseph
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Drinks are weak no alcohol at all food was spot on
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Anthony
VIP
New York City
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came back to Besito after an experience that was subpar from the summer time. Sometimes restaurants simply have bad nights. That summertime evening was simply a bad night. Our dinner last night was simply outrageous! From the ceviche appetizer down to the branzino el dorado main course, filet mignon standouts. Service was superior!! Attentive. Simply On Point from start to finish. Management checking on tables throughout. Frankly, I couldn’t have asked for a better meal. Besito is back and back with a vengeance! Thank you for a wonderful meal
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on January 5, 2025
Dear Anthony, Thank you so much for giving us another chance and for sharing such kind words about your recent experience! We're thrilled to hear that everything exceeded your expectations. It's also wonderful to know our team provided attentive service and that management's presence made a positive impact on your visit. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another outstanding meal. Warm regards, Joanna Pereira General Manager Besito West Islip
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Kate
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food is great. Service is lacking. Walked out previously because we couldn't get served. Today we were the 2nd party seated and it took 17 minutes to get water.
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on January 2, 2025
Dear Kate, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, but we're truly sorry about the delays in service you've experienced. Providing prompt and attentive service is a top priority, and it's clear we fell short during your visits. We'll be addressing this issue with our team to ensure it doesn't happen again. We'd love the chance to provide you with a better experience next time. Please feel free to reach out directly if there's anything more we can do to make it right. Best Regards, Joanna Pereira General Manager Besito West Islip
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Liseth
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
drinks were great, service was great, unfortunately the menu is small and limited and the food is not that great compared to the other Mexican restaurants like Fridas or Pecado.
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on December 29, 2024
Hola Liseth! Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the drinks and service, but we're sorry to hear the menu and food didn't meet your expectations. We strive to offer a carefully curated selection of dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Your input is valuable, and we'll share it with our team as we're always looking to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future! ~ Besito West Islip
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Bob
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Besito is always an exceptional dining experience with its consistently delicious food, warm ambiance, and attentive service. The menu offers dishes prepared with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. The service is exceptional too!
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on December 29, 2024
Hola Bob! Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled you consistently enjoy our food. It's always our goal to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon! ~Besito West Islip
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robbin
VIP
New York City
50 reviews
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I was their to celebrate my sons birthday. Besito is always his first choice!
Besito Mexican - West IslipResponded on December 28, 2024
Hola Robin! Thank you for celebrating your son's special day with us! It's an honor to be his first choice, and we're thrilled to have been part of the celebration. We can't wait to welcome you both back again soon! ~Besito West Islip
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FAQs

Besito Mexican - West Islip offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (631) 620-3222.

Besito Mexican - West Islip is rated 4.7 stars by 1831 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Besito Mexican - West Islip

399 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Islip
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a private lot, side street and parking available across the street.
Public transit
Accessible via car, bus, Long Island Railroad (Babylon Station)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Carlos Arellano
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.besitomexican.com/westislipny
Phone number
(631) 620-3222
Private party facilities
We can offer private affairs during lunch when we are open on select weekdays. We are limited in our ability host private affairs any other time but welcome smaller party requests during the day.

Besito Mexican - West Islip

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Enchilada Suizas

Iron Skillet Tacos Carne Asada

Iron Skillet Tacos Gilled Chicken

For The Table

Chips & salsa for the table. All orders with entrees receive house rice & beans for the table.

Appetizers

Besito's Famous Guacamole - Fresh & Made-To-Order$14.95

Ensalada De Casa$12.95

Queso Fundido$15.95

Carne Asada Quesadilla$19.95

Roasted Vegetable Quesadilla$18.95

Grilled Chicken Quesadilla$18.95

Tortilla Soup$12.95

Shrimp Empanadas$14.95

Crispy Shrimp Taco$19.95

Crispy Fish Taco$19.95

Roasted Sweet Potato Taco$18.95

Ceviche del Dia$0.00

Seafood Flautas$19.95

Iron Skillet Tacos

Grilled Chicken$26.95

Mixtos Iron Skillet Tacos$29.95

*Carne Asada Iron Skillet Tacos$31.95

Vegetable Iron Skillet Tacos$20.95

Specialties

Enchilada Suizas$25.95

Enchilada Mixtas$28.95

Enchilada Vegetales$20.95

Arrachera*$38.95

El Dorado$34.95

Pescado Veracruzana$34.95

Filete de Res*$37.95

Shrimp Jalisco$31.95

Sonora Ribs$29.95

*Ensalada De Salmon - Sub Chicken / Steak / Shrimp$28.95

Quesa-Birria$27.95

Sides

Mexican Street Corn - Off the Cob$8.94

Sweet Plantains$8.94

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Besito Mexican - West Islip offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Besito Mexican - West Islip restaurant rated?

Is Besito Mexican - West Islip currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information