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Best Mexican Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026

FeaturedUpdated June 12, 2026

Best Mexican Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026 highlights 10 places in New York, including Cosme, Carnitas Ramirez, and Taco Mix. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Mexican Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026
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10 stops to try

Cosme — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Cosme

Mexican35 E 21st StHours & contact
(315) 512-4131
Monday
5–9:30 PM
Tuesday
5–9:30 PM
Wednesday
5–9:30 PM
Thursday
5–10 PM
Friday
5–10 PM
Saturday
5–10 PM
Sunday
5–9:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Cosme gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, mexican, and shared plates, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Cosme at 35 E 21st St works for taco nights when you want tacos, mexican, and shared plates. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Carnitas Ramirez — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Carnitas Ramirez

Mexican210 E 3rd StHours & contact
(718) 421-8555
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12–9 PM
Thursday
12–9 PM
Friday
12–10 PM
Saturday
12–10 PM
Sunday
12–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Carnitas Ramirez gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, shared plates, and casual dinners, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Carnitas Ramirez at 210 E 3rd St works for taco nights when you want tacos, shared plates, and casual dinners. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Taco Mix — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Taco Mix

Mexican234 E 116th St #1Hours & contact
(212) 289-2963
Monday
10 AM–5 AM
Tuesday
10 AM–5 AM
Wednesday
10 AM–5 AM
Thursday
10 AM–5 AM
Friday
10 AM–5 AM
Saturday
10 AM–5 AM
Sunday
10 AM–5 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Taco Mix gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, al pastor, and mexican, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Taco Mix at 234 E 116th St #1 works for taco nights when you want tacos, al pastor, and mexican. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Maya Taqueria of East Village — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Maya Taqueria of East Village

Mexican115 Avenue AHours & contact
(718) 783-6292
Monday
11 AM–12 AM
Tuesday
11 AM–12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM–12 AM
Thursday
11 AM–12 AM
Friday
11 AM–4 AM
Saturday
11 AM–4 AM
Sunday
11 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Maya Taqueria of East Village gives New York a Mexican stop built around burritos, tacos, and nachos, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Maya Taqueria of East Village at 115 Avenue A works for taco nights when you want burritos, tacos, and nachos. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

LOS TACOS No.1 — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

LOS TACOS No.1

Tacos229 W 43rd StHours & contact
Monday
11 AM–12 AM
Tuesday
11 AM–12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM–12 AM
Thursday
11 AM–12 AM
Friday
11 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

LOS TACOS No.1 gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, guacamole, and shared plates, with a practical fit for taco nights.

LOS TACOS No.1 at 229 W 43rd St works for taco nights when you want tacos, guacamole, and shared plates. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Toloache - Upper East Side — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Toloache - Upper East Side

Mexican251 W 50th StHours & contact
(212) 581-1818
Monday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–11:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–11:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–11:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Toloache - Upper East Side gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, mexican, and beer, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Toloache - Upper East Side at 251 W 50th St works for taco nights when you want tacos, mexican, and beer. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Comal — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Comal

Mexican116 Forsyth StHours & contact
(646) 988-9678
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM–12 AM
Thursday
5 PM–12 AM
Friday
5 PM–12 AM
Saturday
5 PM–12 AM
Sunday
5–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Comal gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, burritos, and shared plates, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Comal at 116 Forsyth St works for taco nights when you want tacos, burritos, and shared plates. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Covacha — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Covacha

Mexican368 Columbus AveHours & contact
(212) 712-2929
Monday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

The outdoor seating is perfect for people-watching.

Covacha offers refined Mexican staples in a colorful, chic setting. The outdoor seating is a highlight, providing a backdrop for enjoying dishes like their flavorful tacos. It's a spot that combines style with substance, making it a favorite for locals.

Perfect for

Outdoor dining, date nights, stylish meals

Go lunch on a sunny day

Cuerno — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Cuerno

Mexican1271 Avenue of AmericasHours & contact
(332) 269-0094
Monday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
12 PM–12 AM
Sunday
12–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Cuerno gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, salsa, and shared plates, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Cuerno at 1271 Avenue of Americas works for taco nights when you want tacos, salsa, and shared plates. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Limusina — best mexican restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Limusina

Mexican441 9th AveHours & contact
(212) 970-8838
Monday
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Saturday
11 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Sunday
11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Limusina gives New York a Mexican stop built around tacos, shared plates, and casual dinners, with a practical fit for taco nights.

Limusina at 441 9th Ave works for taco nights when you want tacos, shared plates, and casual dinners. Keep it in the mix for casual dinners or group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

taco nights, casual dinners, group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm