I can't begin to tell you how cozy and cute this Mexican restaurant is. I went with my friend on Cinco De Mayo and we had an amazing time. Food and drinks were very delicious. Fresh ingredients. Guac and chips were very delicious. The chips were nice and warm. The spicy lobster tacos were melting in my mouth and the shrimp Chipotle tacos were so good. The service was great. Our waiter gave us hats to wear. Every table that sits put hats on if they wanted. Great vibes, family friendly and prices were good too. We will be back and I will bring my family there as well. read more

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I came here on a Tuesday night at about 9:30pm (30 minutes before they closed). Luckily they were still willing to seat us at the bar (no open tables!) We got the mezcalita de piña (with grilled pineapple and jalapeño) The frutas medium guacamole I got the short rib and bone marrow tacos and my friend got the birria tacos I am so grateful the waitress warned me that the short rib tacos were a little spicy so I was well prepared but they were SO GOOD and I'm so glad I still ordered them. The meat was so tender and delicious. My friend really enjoyed her birria tacos too (they came up piping hot!) The guacamole was also very good and the fruit gave a nice kick of sweetness The food was so good and the service was so great. Even as they were all cleaning up, they didn't rush us and even offered to make us another drink despite them closing up I personally think it might be a little more expensive for the quantity, but the quality made up for it read more

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Try: Tacos de Pescado, Cheese Quesadilla, Avocado Fries, and Guacamole. Why: I was craving Fish Tacos for Taco Tuesday so decided to add a Cheese Quesadilla, Avocado Fries, and Chip & Guac. Fish Tacos came with 2 and they were packed with fish, cabbage, and salsa on a corn tortilla. I liked the Cheese Quesadilla and they added salsa and cheese on top too. Fried Avocados had a nice slightly crispy outside and the sauce was flavorful. Big bag of chips with the medium spice Guac was good too. Solid meal and had enough for leftovers. Note: I ordered delivery and it came swiftly. read more

Toloache 82nd - Adult Cheese Quesadilla ($15) Avocado Fries ($14) Tacos de Pescado ($17) Guacamole Traditional ($16) - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic place, everything we had was delicious. Up front, would says it's pricey (which others mention)- , just figured due to the location. We ate here after walking out the door of the met down 82nd, so nearby just off lexington where the subway runs (but right between 77 and 86. Had the special blueberry margarita, very solid, not overly boozy nor watery. For 2 people, our ordering was a bit much. We had the normal quac medium spicy, the quac came with chips and a smoked tomatilllo-like sauce that was very yummy. The ceviche: CRISPY SALMON SUSHI , was amazing (four pieces, 25$). The dish had hot crispy and cold salmon with truffle umami... flavor explosion (partner didn't like the hot and cold aspects together btw). She had the SUADERO tacos- 17$ Beer-braised brisket, avocado, red onions, cilantro, tomatillo salsa, horseradish crema; I had the LANGOSTA 25$, Spicy lobster, morita salsa, avocado. Both of these were small tacos but super delicious, but I would give the eded to Langosta. I had a side of avocado fries (sliced avocado fried) with smoked catsup and mustard sauces. Partner had the brussels. Both super tasty. The avocado fries are plentiful and filling so would be better to order for a group of people. I reviewed the 1 starred reviews on this site since I didn't understand the issue since I loved the place: seems most were from years past (2021 were a number of them); the price was brought up in these which is a fair assessment, but it seems they are well over food complaint issues in 2026 since it was all fantastic for us read more

The value for the money just isn't there. Tiny guac for $17 and 2 tiny tacos for $20? Maybe 3oz of airline chicken for another $20... don't get me wrong, the food is good and the menu has a lot of interesting uptime but the amount of food you get just doesn't justify it. Also we got sat by the hostess stand and the waiters kept hitting into us. Our table wobbled horribly too. On the plus side, there are a TON of gluten free options, although not as many for dessert. read more

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From start to finish, my experience at Toloache was exceptional. Every dish I tried was thoughtfully prepared, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I started with the Mezcalita de Piña..a perfectly balanced cocktail with the right mix of smoky, sweet, and spicy. It set the tone for a delicious evening. The Tuna Tiradito Ceviche exceeded all expectations. It had a subtle Asian flair, with buttery slices of tuna that melted in my mouth, paired beautifully with thin avocado slices. So fresh, so refined. The Costilla & Tuétano tacos were out of this world. Served on fresh corn tortillas, the short rib had the perfect sear, giving it a crispy edge, while the inside remained tender and flavorful..absolute melt-in-your-mouth goodness. One of the standout surprises was the Crispy Brussels Sprouts Salad..easily the best Brussels I've ever had. They were perfectly crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with flavor. Truly a "chef's kiss" moment. Everything else I sampled at the table was just as impressive. from the salsas (each one fresh and distinct) to the guacamole, which was incredibly flavorful. The vibe of the restaurant is cozy and inviting, with an authentic charm. The service was warm and attentive every staff member was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to be there. 10/10 would recommend. Toloache is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy vibrant flavors, great cocktails, and a memorable dining experience. read more

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Got takeout from here and food was ready when we arrived. We tried the chicken quesadilla and shrimp tacos. Both were pretty good and held up well before we ate them read more

Toloache 82nd - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Ambiance and staff were great. Margaritas were nice. The food left much to be desired. The quesadillas are tiny so if you're hungry - I wouldn't go for that at all. The Pollo Toloache was a $28 chicken breast... the pico de gallo was kind of wet and all over the plate and the "dumpling" was so small it might as well have not been there. I would go back maybe for a drink if there's happy hour but definitely not to eat. read more

Extremely disturbing experience. We had dined here several times before and always enjoyed it, which made what happened last night even more shocking. While we were sitting at the bar having dinner, a man who introduced himself as the owner, Daniel Rosen, repeatedly interrupted our private conversation and aggressively pushed us to order another round of drinks. He even told the bartender to bring drinks we did not order. He also spoke negatively about another guest sitting next to us, which was incredibly unprofessional. Later that evening we thought we may have accidentally left a purse at the bar, so we called the restaurant immediately. The staff member who answered abruptly told us it wasn't there and hung up. When we called back, Daniel answered and was immediately rude and dismissive when we asked if we could return to check or review the cameras. When we arrived, he was waiting at the entrance visibly angry and loudly confronting us about whether we were accusing his staff of being rude. After arguing and delaying, he eventually reviewed the camera footage while yelling the entire time that he didn't want to be there and needed to get home. The footage confirmed we had actually taken the purse with us when we left earlier. When we calmly thanked him for showing us the video, he suddenly exploded -- screaming profanities and forcing us out of the restaurant while yelling, "you motherfuckers, get the fuck out." I am in the restaurant business myself and have never experienced behavior like this from anyone, let alone someone claiming to be the owner. The hostility, profanity, and complete lack of professionalism was shocking. If this is how ownership treats paying customers, people should know what they may be walking in read more

I think the best part of the whole meal was the chips and guacamole. The chips weren't super thin but they were an addicting bite with a good amount of salt. The guacamole was fresh and loved how chunky it was. Carnitas de Pato was my next favorite thing, the duck was cooked well and had a good seasoning on it, the tortillas were a nice touch but they were just fine. The sopa de tortilla was ehhhh it was lacking a lot of depth and kind of just a flat note. Pollo Toloache was just really boring, the chicken wasn't dry but it was just a chicken breast with a tomato salsa. I do think I would say say "I liked it" here but I don't think I'd ever come back or reccomend someone coming here. Also for what we got it was extremely expensive. The service was really nice, the ambiance was dark but still a nice vibe. read more

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Toloache delivered a great experience all around. I started with their Jicama Salad -- super fresh and flavorful. I loved the use of jicama -- it's rare to see on menus and reminded me of eating it as a kid. 10/10 salad. Then I had the Birria Tacos -- two come in the order and they were incredible. The tacos were crispy but not greasy, and the consommé was actually flavorful -- not just oily like some spots. Slightly spicy, super rich, and I didn't feel bloated after, which was a huge plus. For dessert I tried the churros -- perfect texture, not too sugary, and they came with enough chocolate and caramel for every bite. Clean finish to the meal. I had a Mexican Coke which cost me $6 -- kinda high, but not surprising these days. The space is beautiful -- there's a big bar, indoor rooms, and a nice patio area. I was served by Kenny who was polite, attentive, and bilingual. Service was really smooth. read more

I went to this Mexican restaurant which has a couple other locations a good while back as per most of my other reviews. It's a bit pricey but the flavors were pretty solid. The inside is nice though the Turkish lights are a bit of an odd touch and the staff was friendly giving help to another person with me. To drink, I was happy to see that they along with the usual tequila cocktails had several types of mezcalita. I heavily prefer mezcal over tequila mostly because of the smokiness among other things. I went with the Mezcalita De Piña for 18 with Bruxo mezcal, grilled pineapple, jalapeño, cilantro, lime which had a nice presentation with a chili rim (possibly mixed with a bit of tajin.) This was excellent with a good mix of smokiness, sweetness, sourness, and a bit of heat and I would recommend it even at that price. We started with one of the Guacamole; the Frutas Medium; for $16 with avocado, pomegranate, vidalia onion, mango, apple, habanero, and Thai basil. It came with some chips which were solid. For being medium spicy and since they list habanero, I didn't exactly find it that spicy though this was probably because of the mix of fruits in there. The texture was OK though I prefer there being slightly large avocado chunks. The pomegranate was a nice touch and overall it was fine though not a particularly large guacamole for the price though it is a bit more unique compared to many other guacamole. From the main plates/platos fuertes section, I went with the Carnitas De Pato for $38 with braised duck carnitas, tamarind-habanero glazed, chicharrón, sweet onion salad, and tortillas for tacos. The meat was plenty though honestly I don't really see much of a difference between them using pork and duck outside of it just being a bit easier to justify the price when they're using duck instead and it probably being a little bit less fatty. The meat was a mix of salty and sweet with a nice mix of textures with the occasional crunch from the chicharron and presumably a bit of duck skin. It could have used a bit more of the pickled onions as it got a bit too rich eventually. There was a salsa with it which added a bit of smokiness; possibly made from chipotle or more likely chile de árbol. The tortillas were okay. As said, the dish got a bit too rich by the end and I think you could probably split this with someone else. This was fine as well. From the acompanamientos/sides, I had the Crispy Brussels Sprouts with queso fresco and pickled onions. The sprouts had a good char but the flavor was just OK. There was a bit of sourness/saltiness presumably from the cheese/onions but not too much. They were fine and the portion size was decent and I maybe would recommend them. While I am someone who generally prefers the more reasonably priced Mexican spots, the food here wasn't bad and the drink was particularly good. Honestly, if the food was as good as the drink, I'd probably be leaving them a 4 or 5. They innovate just enough without going overboard. I prefer a few other spots at this price point and several spots a bit less expensive than this place but you can do much worse around the area like Calexico and the other overpriced Tex-Mex spots. 3.3 or so for quality based on price though the drink is an upper 4. read more

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I love the food here. We always get something that has carne asada. Whether it's the tacos or the entree, it's always delicious. I like to start with a margarita and guacamole. Hope to go back soon! read more

Had a great dinner. Amazing staff, everyone that works here is extremely nice and helpful except for the host. Abrupt, quite rude. The margaritas were amazing after we specified exactly what we liked. Fresh jalapeños, Tajin spicy salt across the rim. Delish!!! The food was ok.. The tuna seviche was great, guacamole was great. The mains were ok. The shrimp main was impressive looking but not that flavorful. The skirt stake came raw but they fixed it and brought it back cooked. Nothing to rave about there. the seating on the seviche bar is not a great spot, while you're looking at professionals working, you're also facing a wall with paper towels and a sink. Not cute. Outside seating is heated so that's a better option. We might come back but we won't really crave it or dream about it :) i can see grabbing a margarita and going to eat somewhere else read more

Soooo good! We had chicken tacos, rice and beans, brussels sprouts, Mojito, margarita, and everything was delicious! The service was wonderful and we met somebody who lives in our neighborhood. This was meant to be! read more

We ordered a steak burrito and shrimp quesadilla. Both main courses were delicious. The delivery included homemade chips and a moderately spicy sauce. This was our first time trying delivery from 82nd Street location. We agreed that the next time we will go for margaritas and guacamole at the bar. read more

Chips and salsa were fab. The tortilla soup was the highlight for me, and I was pleasantly surprised it was vegetarian. Brussels were ok. Avoid the lobster tacos- expensive and tiny. Staff were friendly and efficient. Overall, way too expensive for what it was. read more

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Oh this is my spot I love to grab chicken quesadillas and rice with beans here. Very high end quality. This is like the Mexican Philipe Chow in my opinion. Love the vibe here. The service is great. read more

Food and drinks were great! We got the prickly pear margaritas. Rice and beans were average. The star was the queso fundito and birria tacos. Service was fast and attentive. The inside was also decorated nicely as we sat next to the hanging lamps. read more

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A solid Mexican eatery in the Upper East Side! My friends and I were craving Mexican food in the area and a quick Google search brought us to this place. Thank you Google! Restaurant has an upscale atmosphere and some outdoor seating. No reservation necessary. The servers were friendly and brought everything quick. Portion sizes were reasonable. To start off, we ordered the Guacamole Frutas (medium spice level). Came with a good portion of warm chips. The guacamole was delicious and fresh. I also ordered a mango margarita. This was perfectly sweetened and strong. For my main course, I ordered the Beef Short Rib Tacos upon the waitress's recommendation. Glad I made this choice. The beef was so tender and flavorful. I was pleasantly surprised by the spice kick. Warning it's spicy!! Haha. Overall prices are slightly more expensive, but great quality food. Flavors really pop out. I will be back :) read more

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Excellent food... excellent drinks.. obvi talking about excellent margaritas . Loved the place. Food is delicious. Engaged with the owner at the bar. Nice guy. Wondered why he didn't buy us a drink. Honestly. As the owner. Olif you were the owner? Why wouldn't you? read more

Toloache 82nd - Bar - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious food and warm service! I especially loved the watermelon margarita and langosta tacos. My friend ordered the branzino, and it was moist and flavorful. Another friend ordered the enchiladas borrachas, and it was tasty and satisfying. We will certainly be back again! read more

The staff at this restaurant were so warm and welcoming when I first arrived. Service throughout the meal was top notch. We came for brunch on a Sunday. We had 12:15pm reservations and the restaurant was nearly empty. To drink, I had the red sangria. It was quite tart and not very flavorful. I appreciated that it wasn't overly sweet, but it didn't have the fruity taste I usually enjoy in sangria. For my main, I ordered the huevos motulenos. This was a lighter dish than I was expecting. The fried plantains were topped with two poached eggs and covered in red salsa. The eggs were perfectly prepared, but because the runny yolk didn't have anything to soak it up, the dish was a bit slimy for me. Beyond the texture, the flavor combination was also not my favorite. My partner got the burrito huevon and it looked delicious. The portion size was huge. It was served with crunchy "fries" in a bowl on the side. I thought they would be regular fries inside the burrito but they were similar to thin, tiny potato chips, which I thought was an odd pairing. We also shared the rojo guacamole which was delicious with a smoky, spicy kick. It was served with warm chips, which I loved. So although I made the wrong choice for my entree, I would still recommend this place. The truffle quesadilla is on my list to try next. read more

Rude host, no accommodations on dietary restrictions, food was so-so. Stay away and save your money

Food was great! Company was super. Great neighborhood spot serving delicious Mexican fare.

Food was tasty, but the portion size was very disappointing. The shrimp quesadilla, $17, was a single flat tortilla about 5-6 inches in diameter, topped with the shrimp and other ingredients. Friends ordered other dishes and had similar reactions - tasted fine but underwhelming portions for the price. read more

This was my first time to Tolaoche. I've walked by their theater district location many times and was delighted to finally have an opportunity to try their cocktails and food. My server suggested the chef's special margarita, which was pomegranate. This was deliciously tart. If you're a fan of truffles (who isn't??), this menu leaves you with many delectable choices. I ended up getting the cheese, corn and truffle quesadilla and split the guac with my friend. Perfect portions and was very happy with my choice. There is a wealth of seating here, including an outdoor space out front and a patio in the back. I was a little surprised when our waiter tried to rush us out of the back patio once my friend and I had finished our meal, but were finishing up our catch up. There was only one other party out there, so it didn't seem like they were trying to turn over our table. read more

Toloache 82nd - Pomegranate Chef's Margarita - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Wow. What a gem. I moved to the UES last week and this was the first place I ate out and I am so happy I did. I'm not the biggest Mexican food fan but I'm definitely a Toloache fan! The food was amazing - please try the fruit guacamole and the bacalao trufado was just pure ecstasy. I was so full but I couldn't stop. Will definitely come again! read more

Toloache 82nd - Bacalao Trufado - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Nothing great . Quesadilla unrecognizable and expensive. Food ok. Easy access to theater

Incredible food and service! Sat at the bar and my Mezcalaita de Pina was exceptional. My fiancée had a spicy marg and it was so fresh! Guac was delicious. Hurrache, lobster tacos and brisket tacos were out of this world! Best Mexican food I've had in the Upper East Side. Our bartender, Cesar, was so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Can't wait to come back again for more. Muchas gracias! read more

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Loved this place. Great service, everything was fast. Food was great. Loved the red guacamole and the birria was so good. Will be coming back again read more

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This place is just ok. It's expensive, it's Bourgeois, yet not upscale. Located on upper Eastside, which houses a lot of... Well, any way. Upon my arrival I was greeted by either the manager of the establishment or the owner. He was a older white male. Instead of greeting me with a simple hello, how can I help you, he asked me "what do you have going on?" can't make this shit up if I tried. I was running late for the reservation. I had a business meeting with my coworker. Had I not been running late and not distracted by the fact that I was running late I would've challenged his question to me, Because who the hell greets guests like that? I can guarantee you he would never have greeted any of those old folks that way. I was the only person of color in the entire establishment. So I knew I was in the wrong place. The food is overpriced, and slightly bland. I ordered the skirt steak with the potatoes and the enchilada. The skirt steak was delicious , The blueberry tequila shots were very good as were the margaritas. I did not like the vibe of the establishment. I particularly did not appreciate how I was greeted. It's 2022 and Black people still have to deal with micro-aggressive behaviors such as the aforementioned. "What do you have going on?" He's lucky I was there for business, because I would have read him in front of the entire establishment. If you're a person of color please be aware of this establishment, eat here at your own risk. read more

Toloache 82nd - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Overall I think this was a 4.5/5 I was on a tuna hunt recently and couldn't stop ordering it when I saw it on a menu. I ordered some more tartar for an app and enchiladas for my entree. The tuna was great, the taco itself tasted amazing, loved the texture. The enchiladas, were very tasty. The sauce was made to taste great, the chicken was tender and juicy. It was all I could've asked for! read more

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In between the foul-tempered manager, the constant lack of freshness of the seafood/fish dishes -- which had a very rank smell on four separate occasions -- the outrageous prices, and the tiny portions, this place has lost our business. It has really gone down hill the past year, and there are so many other restaurants in the immediate area where you are greeted with appreciation and where the food has integrity and value. read more

Came in person for dinner on a Sunday night. Got a last minute reservation for 4. Ordered the guacamole which was delicious. Also really liked the short rib tacos and the shrimp quesadilla (which was quite petite with a taco-sized tortilla). Fish tacos were not bad, but not amazing. Also loved the churros. Overall was a great experience - just very very slow. read more

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Where did all these good reviews come from ????? This place is not good at all. The prices are way too high for "sample" sized food. I was still hungry after paying 45$ for a small plate. Not only are the portions extremely small but the food is average tasting, at best. I didn't even like the drinks, the margaritas or the tap water. The service was great, but that's it. Overall, I would say pass on this place especially if you're hungry. read more

Toloache 82nd - Quesadillas Cameron - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Went here about a month back with friends & this is perfectly located as we hit the MET museum right after. Drinks were delish & the food was amazing, fast service & they didn't rush us out at all. Highly recommend. Have been to their other location on 51st, food is just as good there but this one has WAY more space, gorgeous backyard. read more

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Sorry to say, but I honestly don't know what all these 4 star reviews are for. I chose this place because my friend wanted Mexican and it was in our way home from work and had a bunch of great reviews. What a mistake. I ordered a shrimp quesadilla and my friend ordered chicken enchiladas. We also ordered an appetizer of guacamole and 1 drink each. Drinks had barely any alcohol and huge chunks of watermelon and no flavor at all. The guacamole is definitely pre-made as when it comes out its very cold- the chunks if avocado were big and it had too much lime juice. (Probably to keep it from going brown) When the entrees came out I looked at my quesadilla with a look of "that's it?" It was so tiny and definitely not a quesadilla. It looked smaller than personal pan pizza and looked like a pizza with a few chopped up shrimp and some sauce and cheese. Not what I was expecting at all. My friend who ordered chicken enchiladas had a bigger portion of food- but that didn't necessarily mean it was better. The chicken inside of the enchiladas was dry and flavorless. Also, who tops enchiladas with lettuce? Food was mediocre- service wasn't great and on top of that- there was a guy using an electric saw type machine on the outside dining cubicles add we were sitting there. We couldn't even hear ourselves speaking so we just decided to leave. I'd never go back to this neighborhood to spend my money and should have known better. Whitewashed Mexican food at Manhattan prices do not go together at all. read more

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I came to this place with my friends who had been a few months earlier. They raved about the breakfast burrito, so we went to get it. We ordered a round of margaritas and placed our order for the breakfast burritos. The menu listed that they included rice, beans, egg, cheese, avocado -- you know standard breakfast burrito fare. After a very long wait, they came out and served us our "burritos". Instead of a burrito we received 2 small, burnt wraps, that contained maybe half an egg, some avocado and these thin potato chips, the same ones that were accompanying the "burrito". I'll include a picture of the burrito we expected as well, from when my friend got it a few weeks prior. So we asked our waiter what was up and eventually the manager came over to talk to us. He tried to explain that the menu had changed. But not on the copies we ordered from. We told him that we were missing 3/4 of the ingredients from the item we ordered and he kept trying to explain that they changed the menu and this is the new breakfast burrito and it's what people want. Not once did he apologize or offer a solution during all of this. He did say "this isn't anyone's fault" but it clearly is on the restaurant if you're handing out an inaccurate menu and letting customers order off it without saying a word about possible changes, and then bringing them something they did not order and telling them it's correct. I don't want to be gaslighted at brunch. And listen, yes mistakes happen, I understand that. This wouldn't have been such a terrible experience if their management had an ounce of competence and a sliver of customer service comprehension. It was really talking with him that made us leave. We didn't pay for the round of drinks or the incorrect food. It was such a bad experience and handled so poorly we won't go back here. And I don't know who they're talking to, but you'd be insane to prefer to spend $15 for 2 poorly made taquitos over a hearty burrito. P.S. menu online still lists the burrito we thought we were getting. Hopefully they've changed the in-store menus by now. read more

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If you're going for Mexican.... This is the place to go. This warm and cozy upper east sider affords a bit of a downtown feel while affording exceptional Mexican fare The front desk staff are extremely polite , waitstaff as well ( although pushy at times) Margarita could have a bit more alcohol as it seemed rather light on the spirits. The thinly sliced tuna with Avacado is delicious, albeit more Japanese than Mexican The steaks here are in fact delicious and the taco with grilled fluke was totally bomb! The rooms are a bit crowded and tight so be care not to make your advances too audible lol Pricing is fair considering the quality My only complaint was the pleasant but stubbornly pushy waiter who insisted you order the nights special. Even after we said no thank you he went at it again Likely an isolated sit but in poor taste to be sure I'll go back read more