50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Manhattan

“I’ve been living in the neighborhood for about four months now, and I absolutely love coming here for food. This spot is seriously underrated—it gives true mom’s home cooking vibes. My go-to order is the cheese quesadilla on a flour tortilla (I’ll add chicken sometimes), and it’s genuinely delicious every time. Paired with a tamarind juice, I’m a happy girl. Believe the hype.“

“This food truck happened to be parked less than a block from the hotel we were staying at and it was after midnight and nearly everything was closed except for the McDonalds and a pizza joint. Hankering for some fresh food, we gave this food truck a try and we were very happy we did. The food was fresh and very delicious! And the prices were much more reasonable than what we found in other Mexican restaurants in midtown. We went back 3 more times during our 10 day stay in NYC. Highly recommended.“

“I have been going to this Taco Bell for several years now. I don't usually write reviews but felt I wanted to in this case, as the team behind the counter is exceptionally efficient, professional & kind, especially the Shift Leader, Jovan, who is always focused & in-tune with the customers.“

“Oxomoco nails the balance: high-quality, adventurous Mexican food in a relaxed but stylish setting, topped off with great service and a bathroom that might just become the highlight of your day. Whether you’re there for a special day or just a fun trip with friends, this place delivers — and then surprises you, in the best way.“

“The food & service were great! Will definitely return.“

“Best Latin fusion joint in South Brooklyn“

“Delicioso. Gente amistosa.“

“It the best Mexican food I ever eat.“

“Great Food and Service Fun Atmosphere !“

“💥💥💥💥💥 Just discovered a gem! Can’t wait to return. Tucked in on Columbus Av. betw 106/107. Best Mexican food I’ve yet to find in the city. I had the fish tacos! Excellente! Also the best sangria. Our server, Carol, was wonderful. And she gave me a delicious flan desert and everyone sang happy birthday. Thank you Carol and everyone! See you soon!“

“Great evening here with beer and margarita monday , Cucumber, classic and passion fruit absolutely brilliant. smashing service from bar man Trevor was top class and so welcoming....“

“omg Sophia was absolutely amazing! She catered to alllll my allergies. And it was my boy's bday and she made it extra special. Totally recommend to anyone in Chelsea!“

“The pork chop was succulent and had the most amazing spice combination. The barbacoa was the best I have ever had. Not a fan of the mezcal, but I gave it a try. Other more common drinks looked great with a good pour. Good vibe and open late with a super friendly staff!“

“My server Was Lola, who was a delightful person and truly made my Habana experience wonderful and i will be coming back for more! Great suggestions regarding the menu and all around charismatic individual. SHE DESERVES EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH! I noticed her ability to multi-task, and was truly in awe! Thank you habana !!“

“Food was mad dope, got a chorizo burrito that made me see god. You will leave fed and happy. The waitress was very nice and helpful with giving recommendations for dinner and I definitely do not know her but I think her name was Joanna pic related: this was my face after eating the burrito followed by a quinoa bowl“

“My first visit to King of Meat
at a friend’s recommendation. Our waiter Rowin was attentive, accommodating and made the experience delightful. We came at 6:30pm on a Friday and was surprised they had a reduced price “happy hour” for Margaritas and beer til 7.
We ordered the cheesy dip with bacon bits and chips as an appetizer and it was DELICIOUS!!! For dinner we had the smash burger and quesadilla with steak and mushrooms. Both were yummy. They have a good drink menu, though not too many wine choices. In addition to Rowin, I appreciated the attentiveness of the owner who stopped by as well as the bartender who made sure to greet us coming and going. I will definitely return.“

“Great food and atmosphere“

“Great Mexican restaurant the food is delicious“

“Great location right in the heart of Manhattan. Wonderful Mexican food and delicious Margaritas. Had a great time there.“

“El concepto es muy padre y bonito. Me sentí en México por un momento. El sabor de la comida excelente. Pero mi mesera me descuidó y nunca me preguntó cómo estaba todo, nunca pasó a preguntar si ocupaba algo. No se ganó la propina, pero ya me la cobraron en la cuenta.“

“Absolutely incredible place I even got to meet the manager. The guy was awesome. I recommend this place completely to anybody else is off the hook fantastic“

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“They have the best tacos and burritos“

“LOVED this new restaurant. A must try! The mole sauce on the enchiladas was out of this world DELICIOUS (and gluten free!) and they were super excellent taking care with my allergies. Oysters were fresh and incredible. Cocktails really great, the spicy marg is better than the regular one and the happy hour on Mondays is awesome! Vibe super great as well as the service. My ONLY complaint were the chips, but I feel it's a super important thing at a mexican place to have good chips. These were charred, bland and flavorless, and while I LOVED that they were celiac safe gluten free (not fried in a frier with flour), they kind of ruined what were otherwise decent salsas. They were also a bit chewy almost in a stale way, but the lack of flavor, texture and no salt was the main problem. We actually held back our salt from our oysters to help with the chips, but it didn't solve the texture or overall taste. Otherwise this place was incredible if the chips were good it would have a 11/10 from me and I'd be a regular!!!!! Still will definitely go back here, and hopefully they will reinvent their chips!“

“Accidental find on way to Bermuda!!! Such a fun, vibrant and clean place! The drinks and food top notch. The service even better. @danny helped guide me through menu to get some delicious choices! We will be back!“

“great wait staff.. even better food“

“I don't often review fast casual spots but I am passionate about Tacobees. The staff are great, it is always super clean, and the food on the line is fresh every time I go. They are running a super tight ship. Can't recommend enough.“

“bartenders were all nice you can tell they enjoy what they do!“

“Delicious and unique items available on the menu. The staff, food, and environment and overall experience were 10/10. Definitely check it out!“

“Me and my daughter, enjoyed this restaurant so much during our Mommy and Me weekend! The atmosphere was laid back and quite relaxing. The service was superb and the food was so good, we had to order food to bring home. I would give this establishment 6 stars if I could. We were both very pleased and we will be dining here again very soon. If you have not been here, you should definitely give them a visit. Peace and Love, Chele from the Block.“

“I really like this place. It's cozy, the service was excellent, the food really tasty and not so pricey. Recomendado 👌🏼. Taste like authentic Mexican food and michelada 😉😉. The red hot sauce was delicious: hot 🔥 but not so much, depending on how much you can add to your food. Also so.rthing Super important: the Restaurant is so clean !“

“César’s service was simply spectacular — out of this world. 🙌
The drinks he made for us, the food — everything was incredible. Very talkative, friendly, and with a super cool vibe — he truly made the whole experience even better.
He prepared a spicy mezcalita and a michelada that, honestly, not even in Mexico had I ever had ones that good! 🔥🍹
I 100% recommend César and his amazing service. Without a doubt, an experience worth repeating many, many times.“

“The best Mexican food I've had in New York. Great nachos, great tacos, quesadillas, really everything I've gotten has been great.

My wife and I come here for taco Tuesdays and everytime we're in the area.

Solid date night, solid chill bar, solid dinner spot.“

“everything was delicious, atmosphere was fantastic, service was great. Highly recommended!“

“So delicious and authentic! Wonderful service :)“

“Great taco spot! The food is fresh and full of flavor, especially the tacos and burritos. The staff are friendly and the service is quick. Prices are reasonable and the place is clean with a relaxed vibe. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it!“

“Drove all the way here from New Jersey and it was worth the drive!!!!!!! 20/10 food & customer service! Luz was very welcoming and gave great recommendations. The guac and chips didn’t last for too long as you can tell by the picture. but the quesabirria, enchilada and tacos are a must buy!! i’ll probably be back to eat tomorrow lol“

“Such an incredible experience . Tasting menu was amazing !“

“Hermoso restaurante de comida internacional música tragos espectaculares y ambiente súper agradable“

“Très bon restaurant, le personnel est chaleureux et très attentionné ☺️ j’ai adoré mon repas 🤤🤤“

“Excellent food, texture, presentation, drinks and service.“

“Some of the best birria tacos I’ve had in Manhattan. The staff is friendly, patient, and very fast. What a wonderful place!“

“We checked into our hotel nearby and needed some food while we waited on our room to be ready. We found a hidden gem! The service is outstanding and the enchiladas were delicious!! The vibe is like a typical hole in the wall Mexican restaurant. Definitely recommend!“

“Love the place,love the service and the lobster tacos 🌮 were amazing.“

“It was a surprise to find this little restaurant in Harlem. There were no tables, and we took the last two seats at the bar. While we waited, I surprisingly felt at home. The aroma of the food, the care with which Karina prepared each of the dishes, and the kindness and joy they served us. By the time our table was ready, we didn't want to take it anymore; we ate much more than we planned to order because we didn't want to miss out on their delicious food. I have dietary restrictions, and I was surprised to see that everything from the exquisite tortillas to the delicious tres leches dessert was prepared right there, gluten-free and preservative-free. I hope to return soon.“

“I love Jajaja's menu and vegan and gluten free options. I had one disappointing experience which was the quite expensive “dinosaur kale” salad was used with a different kale. It sounds petty, but it's like ordering spinach and getting mustard greens. They should keep the ingredients as described. Otherwise, really nice service and ambience.“

“Phenomenal Mexican food and a fun atmosphere“

“So fabulous! Delicious food! Amazing service! If you are any where near Brooklyn, it is a must!!“

“Hidden down a side street in LES. Checked it out for lunch on a Sunday. Servers were knowledgeable about allergens on menu. Can recommend the chicken suizas. The cocktails could be a tad more generous for the price. Overall, would definitely come back again.“

“Omg... just got this today for the first time cuz i was in the area & i will DEF be back. Got a Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowl and it was so good.

I wish you guys had a place over here by Allerton & White Plains Road area (next to the 2 train), cuz i would be there alot.“