New York · 8 ranked picks

8 Best Mexican Restaurants in New York

LOS TACOS No.1 leads this shortlist.

By TastyPals Editorial TeamUpdated October 20, 2026

8 ranked picks

LOS TACOS No.1 — LOS TACOS No.1 offers Chips y Guacamole and Chips y Salsa. It gives you a starting point for a restaurant meal; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - LOS TACOS No.1's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (Chips y Guacamole and Chips y Salsa) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Amor Loco — Amor Loco offers Love Me Some Nachos and Grilled Octopus. The restaurant is on W 46th St. It gives you a starting point for dinner; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Amor Loco's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (Love Me Some Nachos and Grilled Octopus) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Mamasita Bar & Grill — Mamasita Bar & Grill publishes its menus online. The restaurant is on 10th Ave. It gives you a starting point for a restaurant meal; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Mamasita Bar & Grill's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (its published menus) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.

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Taqueria On Tenth — Taqueria On Tenth offers Chip & Delicacies and Quesadilla Huitlacoche. The restaurant is on 10th Ave. It gives you a starting point for dinner; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Taqueria On Tenth's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (Chip & Delicacies and Quesadilla Huitlacoche) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Casa Enrique — Casa Enrique publishes its menus online. It gives you a starting point for a restaurant meal; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Casa Enrique's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (its published menus) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Oxomoco — Oxomoco offers Oxomoco Guacamole and Caviar Tuna Tartare Tostada. The restaurant is on Greenpoint Ave. It gives you a starting point for dinner; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Oxomoco's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (Oxomoco Guacamole and Caviar Tuna Tartare Tostada) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Colonia Verde — Colonia Verde offers Trout Ceviche and Picanha. The restaurant is on Dekalb Ave. It gives you a starting point for dinner; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Colonia Verde's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (Trout Ceviche and Picanha) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.
Chela — Chela offers tacos and mole. The restaurant is on 5th Ave. It gives you a starting point for dinner; compare the current dishes and service details when planning the meal. View restaurant →
Sources checked
  • Official source - Chela's current official site or menu supports this selection's food focus (tacos and mole) and the published service details used to plan a meal. Checked October 20, 2026.

Practical notes

Service and menu details to check when planning your visit.

LOS TACOS No.1
Check the current menu if Chips y Guacamole is the reason for your visit; the published selection can change.
Amor Loco
Check the current menu if Love Me Some Nachos is the reason for your visit; the published selection can change.
Mamasita Bar & Grill
Use the current menu and service information for the 10th Ave location when booking or ordering.

Who this guide is for

The best mexican restaurants in New York are LOS TACOS No.1, Amor Loco, Mamasita Bar & Grill, and more.

LOS TACOS No.1, Amor Loco, and Mamasita Bar & Grill are starting points for this New York shortlist. Compare the food, menu format and service notes for each place before deciding where to go. The right choice depends on the meal you have in mind, whether you are planning an order, a daytime stop or a dinner reservation.

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Editorial details
Published: July 20, 2026
Last updated: October 20, 2026
Last verified: October 20, 2026
Reviewed by: TastyPals Editorial Team

On this page

  1. 1. LOS TACOS No.1View →
  2. 2. Amor LocoView →
  3. 3. Mamasita Bar & GrillView →
  4. 4. Taqueria On TenthView →
  5. 5. Casa EnriqueView →
  6. 6. OxomocoView →
  7. 7. Colonia VerdeView →
  8. 8. ChelaView →

How the restaurants compare

How we chose

The linked restaurant pages and menus support the food focus and published service details in this shortlist. Each pick includes its sources and the date they were checked. Read our full methodology →

Food focus

Compare the menu and food described in each recommendation with the meal you want.

Service details

Use each restaurant's current information for the location, meal period and ordering arrangements.

Planning notes

The notes flag choices to confirm before visiting, including menu changes and reservation terms.

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