Mexican cuisine: the best places to taste it in New York City

474 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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El Vez And Burrito Bar
El Vez And Burrito Bar
81/100 (4788 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Latin
Central American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Southwestern
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fajitas
Nachos
Ceviche
Queso
Salad
Crab
Fish
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Shrimp
Burrito
Beef
Tortillas
Sit down
Latin
Mexican
Southwestern
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Went with colleagues to El Vez for lunch and had a nice time. Menu has lots of choices though both the nacho appetizer and grilled fish tacos entree..."
Suneeta Singh
"I was in New York for the first time and I had heard a lot about this restaurant and the delicious Mexican cuisine available here. We went in for..."
Blogwidkayjay
"Excellent food, friendly serviceWe loved El Vez. The waiter was helpful in selecting food that was appropriate to our palate, and he was..."
Madhavi
"Frequent this place because it’s by work - love love love the mahi mahi tacos - just add guac and you’re good! Not too big a portion size and..."
Meeta Kansal
"Every mouthful is delicious. We found our way to El Vez after taking a manhattan/lady liberty cruise. Food is incredible. The guacamole, the very..."
Mona Rawal
"We were originally looking to eat outside and El Vez was close by with patio seating. Turned out to be too windy so they took us inside. Loved the..."
Angela Green
"You can't go wrong! There is noting about the El Vez lineup that isn't to love. If you're looking for inexpensive, keep waking. If you're looking..."
Jenniferwagenaar79
"The rice milk cinnamon drink is cold. It is solid. Tastes a lot like badam shake from lari opposite gordhanbhai sales in bhuj. Maybe they be..."
Dhruv
"Omg!! Best Mexican restaurant in New York City! lol can't really say that but honestly I loved it! YOU MUST TRY their Nachos! Best I have ever..."
Foodcotheque
"El Vez is a super cool Mexican restaurant with a really nice and vibrant space, where they've used a lot of fun colors and décor elements. The place..."
Lalit Ramchandani
"Great ambience and wonderful service. The decor is beautiful. Started off with a classic margarita which was good. The kids got the basic gauc with..."
CGR
"El Vez is upscale Mexican in the Battery Park City neighborhood, which serves both traditional and fun Mexican-American inspired dishes. The décor..."
The Buppie Foodie Media Group
"While I'm naturally skeptical of all Mexican food in NYC, I trusted my friend's judgment and couldn't turn down the opportunity to eat outside on..."
Newbie Foodies
"Went on a Saturday in December for a late brunch. This place was very festive and lively inside. Service was a little slow and I had to flag the..."
Carly Pisarri
"The food and vibe of this place is really amazing. Everything we ordered was delicious and the portion size was pretty good too. Service was a little..."
Anuja Verma
"This place was so good and so close to the oculus for us who ride the PATH! The food was phenomenal! The vibes inside are super fun and the drinks..."
Neha Luthra
"Hanging out in the city and wanted to try a new place of course I read review and figured let’s try it. So happy we did! The noches were..."
Suzie P
"Searched for a Mexican Restaurant nearby and this El Vez popped up. Ambiance is fantastic and the Nachos and Tacos were wonderful. Sangria’s taste..."
B LEE
"The food was good but they had limited vegan options. They don’t have substitutes but can remove the cheese. There’s a few vegetarian options. My..."
Ramya Shenoy
"Found this Jem Mexican food place near World Trade Center it’s a 5-10 mins walk, where you get authentic Mexican food so flavourful and delicious...."
Poornima Palaniyappan
"Got a burrito here, the food was good but I couldn't escape the feeling that I was paying quite a lot for the location and the slightly upscale digs...."
Stephen Ratke
"Nice Mexican place for dinner with friendly service. All the food was tasty and fresh, no free tortilla chips like some..."
Patryk Przybyl
"This mexican restaurant on the edge of Hudson and World Trade areas was delicious. The margarita and michelada were flavorful and refreshing...."
David Chastain
Taco Dumbo
Taco Dumbo
81/100 (509 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Tacos
Tapas
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My favorite lunch spot in all of midtown. Very fresh ingredients. Everything is cooked-to-order but they're very efficient and I never have to wait..."
Jon Rave
"Amazingly fresh! Awesome experience....wonderful staff, so warm and welcoming. Ate here with my two kids, 8 and 6, and they loved all the different..."
Mike M
"Came here for some tacos with friends and WOW!! The outdoor dining set up was SO beautiful and food was just A+! Definitely would recommend to anyone..."
Miranda Rosero
"This place is such great vibes! The food came out INSANELY quick. Most of it was delicious--tortilla soup and guac are out of this world, a few of..."
Ariel Saloman
"Really like the revamped menu. Food was delicious and drinks were divine. Def great way to get some good food safely after months of at home..."
Adrienne Shishko
"This place was totally awesome - great vegan options for my wife and I loved the chips and guacamole and the chicken tacos were excellent. Coconut..."
Joel Sklar
"Super cool vibe and incredibly delicious food. Found this place by accident when looking for a quick bite in the area. The guy behind the counter was..."
Rosaline Bernstein
Tio Luca Cocina And Vino Bar
Tio Luca Cocina And Vino Bar
81/100 (468 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Latin
South American
Central American
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I went there on a snowy Saturday night and it was empty. The staff is really friendly, the place is well-decorated and the music (not live music but..."
Sofia Torrinha
La Posada
La Posada
81/100 (1677 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Flats Fix
Flats Fix
81/100 (355 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Sit down
Mexican
Spanish
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cheap Eats
Papasito Mexican Grill And Agave Bar
Papasito Mexican Grill And Agave Bar
81/100 (803 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Latin
Spanish
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Playa Betty's Restaurant
Playa Betty's Restaurant
81/100 (3535 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Central American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Tuna
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Shrimp
Burrito
Beef
Nachos
Queso
Fish
Central American
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
81/100 (848 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Oaxaca Taqueria
Oaxaca Taqueria
81/100 (2723 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Café
Mexican
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mexico Lindo Restaurant
Mexico Lindo Restaurant
81/100 (892 ratings)
Restaurants
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Shrimp
Tapas
Tacos
Fajitas
Sit down
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Accepts Discover
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"Been here a couple of times and it’s an excellent place for authentic Mexican food, they have been family run since they’ve opened and it’s one..."
J Mero Tovar
"The best place u can go and have mexican food and yes is course great..."
Heriberto Hernandez
"This review is way over due! My family and I have celebrated almost every birthday/special family occasion here over the past few years. We have..."
Michelle Rivera Logan
"This is a lovely little restaurant with a lovely atmosphere, great food and very nice..."
Ross McKinnon
"We love Lindo! The frozen margaritas are strong and delicious! Food is always yummy and the staff is friendly and great. We enjoy our meals every..."
Suzanne Sommerhalter
"My favorite place in nyc for Mexican. Amazing staff. Amazing food. Long time in businesss..."
Tom Lachowicz
"Enjoy an authentic and carefully crafted setting in this family owned restaurant where you will experience great service and attention to detail. The..."
Carmen N. Colon
"Best sangria ever ! Food is great Service is..."
Laura Smith
"I have been going to Mexico Lindo for more than 30 years. I've had work parties, family birthday parties and just meeting old friends. Food is never..."
Antolina Cookie Diaz-Cuevas
"The shrimp in the pot appetizer is the best anywhere. And the best carnitas. My husband says their mole is also his..."
Lisa E
"We dined here quite often and they do an excellent job. Very tasty and great cocktails awesome frozen margaritas .....the owner is very involved and..."
Frank Fraser
"I've lived in Cabo P V isla muijera best fish tacos..."
Paul Winick
Tajin
Tajin
81/100 (977 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Burrito
Fajitas
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Food was tasty. Service was quick. Decor was fun. Indoor seating really appreciated after a day spent in the chilly..."
Yobelin Fernandez
"I get to eat here a lot since I work in the area. I have to say the service is always great and they keep the place neat consistently. Rates are fair..."
Corbin Spence
"Pretty decent Mexican food for FiDi / WTC downtown Manhattan. What caught my eye is their Jalapeno Margarita in a pitcher, pretty good quality (not..."
Vishnu Suresh
"This is one of the best Mexican restaurants in the city. No joke. A true gem in..."
Harry Jho
"Absolutely amazing! We sat in the bar area. We loved the cozy feel, the staff was efficient & friendly and the food was out of this world!!!! Every..."
Atmen Abidi
"I’ve been going here for well over 10 years and I am looking forward to many many more visits. My family and I really enjoy their chicken..."
J Tai
"The restaurant is wonderful and roomy, the meals was enchanting and the prices were very economical. rapidly, effective service and very friendly..."
Clement Boggs
"Very cute space with very tasty food and good..."
Alyssa Escalante
Casa Mexicana
Casa Mexicana
81/100 (988 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Mexican
Latin
Latin
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dinner
Sit down
Mexican
Latin
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great fajitas. They had a different type of sauce the meat and veggies were cooked in that I wasn’t used to. I will be going..."
Scott Henderson
"This spot always delivers. They have fantastic food for reasonable prices, there no long wait even when the place is..."
Armando R
"Great service! Great and tasty food. Coconut margarita is my favorite!. Casa Mexicana..."
Janet Cruz
"So good !!! Come in guys they gave you chips and sauce and the service is fast and good..."
Sonia Cherkaoui
"Delicious food. Great drinks. Always a..."
Benjamin Kerwin
"Super excited to get delivery from Casa Mexicana - which means they're STILL OPEN!! Can't wait until we can go inside and chat with Leo again! It's..."
Quenta Vettel
Taco Bell
81/100 (2915 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
81/100 (438 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Burrito Bowl
Gyro
Sit down
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
Javelina
Javelina
81/100 (1928 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Southwestern
Mexican
Southwestern
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sit down
Mexican
Southwestern
Takeout
Television
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Mid-range
"Great drinks and atmosphere. The bartender, Jeff, is super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The habanero and white peach margarita is..."
Monica Lancaster
"Food great, service was..."
Kimberly Winnick
Il Gnocchi Restaurant
Il Gnocchi Restaurant
81/100 (341 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Italian
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Dinner
Lunch
Italian
Pizza
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Chopt
Chopt
80/100 (2040 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
80/100 (1943 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
"Great place! Fav fast food..."
Jess Rodriguez
"During a very busy lunch time at the 4009 Broadway location, there was lettuce added to my bowl (that I did not ask for). While it was a little..."
L Morgan Lee
"place was PACKED i took my food to go i think in less than 10 mins i was in and out, mind you there was like 20 people in front of me, if theres no..."
D.j. Exit
"the crew was just amazing and very friendly. nice place..."
Lola Aforo
"Es una comida totalmente saludable,yo la recomiendo.adoro comer esto.mis hijas..."
Ana Linda Pena
"Me gusta esa cómida...pues no tiene mucha .y hay vegetales. Los burritos son excelentes...."
Jimenez Raisa
"Me encanta!!!! Son los mejores! Lastima que no puedo ir semanalmente jajajja dios les..."
Alex Alex Mala Junta Jimenez
"Muy buena la comida de..."
Santa Taveras
"De lo..."
Javier Gonzlez Perez
"Chipotle has become my religion..."
Johnny Cage
"The..."
Willie Kenton
"VERY ..."
Fanny Fajardo
Oxido
Oxido
80/100 (700 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Mexican
Fast food
Mexican
Lunch
Fast food
Fast food
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mexicue
Mexicue
80/100 (440 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
Pork
Sit down
Mexican
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
Hector's Mexican Cuisine
80/100 (4 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Sit down
Mexican
Dinner
Lunch
Crema Restaurante
Crema Restaurante
80/100 (1274 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Spanish
Lunch
Late Night
Brunch
Dinner
Shrimp
Salad
Duck
Tapas
Tacos
Tortillas
Ceviche
Tribeca Taco Truck
Tribeca Taco Truck
87/100 (464 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Lunch
Fast food
Mexican
Lunch
Guadalupe Mexican Bar And Grill
Guadalupe Mexican Bar And Grill
80/100 (1052 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Spanish
Mexican
Mexican
Spanish
Latin
Latin
Lunch
Late Night
Dinner
Churrasco
Sit down
Spanish
Mexican
Latin
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Late Night
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Ecxelent food and music...excellent presentation,server good attention,perfect drink...Wednesdays mar y tierra espectacular,,,good price ...for me..."
Luis Biel Rojas
"I love it !!! The food was awesome and well presented. But the tamarindo margarita was uuufff the best. I stronger recommend it. I hope to come..."
Angela Peguero
"My daughters communion was this past Saturday and we held the gathering at Guadalupe. We were a group of 18 ppl w/ some showing up last minute. The..."
Maria Paulino-Garcia
"Loved this restaurant! The service, food and drinks were excellent!!! The live music was amazing and so relaxing !!! definately celebrating my..."
Wanda Rodriguez
"The location leaves something to be desired, but if it's authentic Mexican cuisine you're craving, look no further. Billed as a Mexican steakhouse,..."
Wrrregogrgcery
"Expensive for neighborhood but it's the best meal Ive had in a while. They need many more chairs at the bar-plenty of space for..."
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Dos Toros Taqueria
Dos Toros Taqueria
80/100 (1641 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Mexican
Fast food
Mexican
Lunch
Dinner
Fast food
Mexican
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
80/100 (1970 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Mexican
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Dinner
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Burrito
"202301002 - My first ever visit to Chipotle 😁 My son have been asking me to try this staple of his in his college days Actually the food was..."
sk t
"It was my first Chipotle, and I was struggling with selecting the ingredients... A friendly staff came to help and he waited and explained..."
ran
"Food was great. This location doesn't skip out like the others in the area and the location is also always kept clean and..."
naiji abraham
"Since this was our first time, they explained everything verry wel. The food was delicious. I took the burrito with white rice, black beans and..."
Siemen (NebulassHQ)
"Nice and very clean Chipotle restaurant. Very good option for a quiet burrito after walking for hours around Wall street. Toilets..."
Antonio Carrión Molina
"It’s as good as another chipotle. But sometime the portion was smaller than it should be. Anyway, can’t complain about this. They are too busy..."
Piboon Thongtanyong (Otto)
"Similar taste everytime, a bit busy during peak time, overall a friendly staff and clean place to dine..."
Chintu
"Good place to eat. Nice location to have chipotle. Also It is located near liberty shops, station islands, etc. Also there is a charging bolll feww..."
parimal prajapati
"Good food fast service. My go to is the bowl, half and half brown/white rice, black beans, half and half chicken/carnitas, some greens, salsa and..."
Dane
"Average chipotle. Can get busy. Do ask for your receipt for the pin for the restroom if..."
Philipp
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill
80/100 (2339 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Fast food
Vegan Options
Mexican
Mexican
Fast Food
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Burrito Supreme
Burrito
Burrito Bowl
Taco salad
Dodger Dog
Tabasco
Garlic Guajillo Steak Wit Rice
chicken burrito
Cada Cola
Sofritas Bowl with Rice
Salad
Tapas
Tacos
Ensalada Fria
Sit down
Fast food
Mexican
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"So I have been here multiple times and have always had a pleasant experience. It's always clean and food has been great. However I have only been..."
Jia Huang
"It was really good. However the less spicy option was still quite spicy for me. But other than that you have a good choice of..."
Sabriel Cameron
"One of my fav places for Mexican..."
Yssa Olivencia
"Just want to say I haven’t eat chipotle in a long time but the food was well seasoned and fresh whoever is the cook keep him or her I was there at..."
Mone Franklin
"Always my go to when I can’t decide what to eat , they have affordable and comfort bowls . I love..."
mihika gupta
"Simple and quick to order. Clean and fresh options, although the chicken al pastor was WAY too salty for me. Overall, attentive service/ decently..."
Quiana Berry
"Chipotle is an American chain of fast casual restaurants specializing in bowls, tacos and Mission burritos made to order in front of the customer...."
Jeremiah Avrilios Mandoras
"I love this place. The food is always good & Fresh. The employee are so sweet and nice. It was very uncomfortable seeing a customer screaming at..."
Adama Sylla
"Yes, yes, yes....this chipotle is one of these chipotle that you go and be happy for the rest of your day. Good service, good quantity and the place..."
F Rod
"excellent service first chipotle I come to and everybody is happy (workers) the food is amazing I will come back soon thank you for your service..."
Rosseilin Paulino
"I recommend using the Chipotle App to order your food or else it could be minimum of 15 minutes in line to order your food. The place is always busy..."
Jeff Garcia