Surprisingly happy with the happy hour we just had here. We sat at the bar and the server didn't seem too friendly, and I hate when they do this but they refuse to give you the happy hour menu while at the bar, during happy hour. After asking for it we ordered a pitcher of sangria and a few apps. The sangria was very small for the $24. We got the nachos with chicken, wings with the chipotle sauce and shrimp diablo. The nachos were not your typical plate, but my wife was thru were delicious, you just have to "deconstruct" the presentation. The wings were so much better than I thought. The meat fell right off the bone and they had so much flavor the shrimp were also delicious. read more

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Our server looked like the long lost son of a very recognizable actor which everyone enjoyed once the comment was made. Decent size Mexican restaurant with some seating in the front and a handful of tables in the back dining room. We started with chips and guac. The guac is large so I understand the price. It was very good. No complaints. The chips could have used more salt though which is always a concern. You'd think Mexican spots would have a tortilla chip down by now. I ordered a steak quesadilla. The steak was tender and had pretty good flavor. I just wish there was more. Especially considering the price. Certainly not a bad quesadilla but the value wasn't quite there. Still, a fine option if you want Mexican food and you are in the area. I'd say the 3.5 rating is pretty spot on. read more

I happen to be in the city running errands so decided to use my credit and birthday rewards from them. Ordered pickup Togo and brought it home for family. Was plenty of food and imho better than the last time I ate there with friends! Maybe it's a different chef but today's food was really good and impressed me considering the travel time. Service was great. Once I got there the hostess went to get my order and was prompt about it as well as wrapping it in the bag for me. Ambiance was nice and quiet since I picked up before rush/dinner time. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Chicken wings, shrimp and chicken quesadillas - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

I came here for Cinco de Mayo and I must say it wasn't the best experience. I've been to the Union Square location which is spacious and had a blast. Although I had a reservation, I was instructed to go to the bar. Literally no home at the bar whatsoever. Granted I know Mexican restaurants tend to be super crowded for Cinco de Mayo but I was a party of one. I should have been seated outside at the very least. I had to drink my frozen Patron Margarita standing up until a space at the bar open up after 20-25 minutes. Once seated, my area wasn't properly cleaned. I felt awkward and uncomfortable. I reluctantly ordered fish tacos with mild guacamole but was given spicy guacamole. The fish tacos were a little cold. The service was rushed. I left without ordering another drink or more food. I was over it. This place isn't far from my employer so maybe I'll give it another chance on a random weekday. read more

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Food is always consistent and the traditional margaritas are very good. Friendly staff, Miguel is pleasant and attentive. read more

I was so very happy one of my favorite restaurants was still around!! Love love love the food here and even though 3 people shared 2 meals, we were still stuffed when leaving here. The staff was extremely nice, and even though we were 45 minutes late, they were able to fit us in, so appreciated that. The service was amazing. the restaurant is lovely and packed like true Mid-town NY restaurants. They surprised my mama with a song and free dessert to celebrate her birthday. The whole restaurant joined in, so nice. The food is amazing!!! I don't think they have a bad dish. My mama enjoyed which did my heart good because it's a favorite of mine and after so many years, it's still amazing . Totally recommend !! We for some reason got hooked on the hibiscus pomegranate iced tea. Yummy yum yum. read more

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Went there to have a quick lunch with my husband and had the camarones diablo ! Interesting and delicious ! i absolutely crave them from time to time , I also tried the Mexican Fried rice with Shrimp ! The food was not disappointing and the service was super efficient and friendly read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Fried Rice Shrimp. - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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We chose this place for brunch, as it was close to where we needed to be. My friend has been to their other location and said it was good. We had reservations and there was a party ahead of us at the entrance. No greeting or acknowledgment from the hostess upon entrance (red flag). She seated the other party and very lackadaisically returned to her booth to finally acknowledge our presence. She seated us with menus but no brunch menu even though it was still brunch time. I had to ask the waiter for it. Took a while to get order in. We ordered two apps and one entree to share. Took even longer for our food to arrive. We ordered: Nachos - they were ok Fried calamari - overly salty, slightly fishy, and COLD Chile relleno - underwhelming, lukewarm Hibiscus pomegranate iced tea - tasted like grenadine water. Zero pomegranate or hibiscus flavor. Also, different prices between brunch and regular menu. We were charged regular menu price. Overall, super underwhelming and not worth your time or money. Chipotle would've been better than this. read more

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We had a group reservation and somehow the person at front was still confused. The food was okay nothing spectacular. I wished they kept to original flavors and tried to be so creative. The empanadas were soggy and flavor didn't hit. The ginger beer mocktail was bitter. It's a pass for me. read more

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I walk by here all the time but finally stopped in for dinner. My friend made a reservation and thank god he did! I didn't expect it to be so packed as it was. We were seated in the back room - I didn't know they had a back room. We got: - Margarita - frozen Aperol spritz - Ahi tuna taquitos: it came with 4 servings and these were tasty! - birria tacos: it came with 3 tacos and dipping sauce. I found it to be flavorful and filling. - seafood/chicken enchilada: my friend liked this and got Mexican rice on the side. Our meal came with complimentary chips and salsa. I had a great experience and was pleasantly surprised by how much I did enjoy my meal. Our server was great too. read more

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Took my friend out for some birthday drinks and nachos the other day. Nice service and on Mondays they have a menu of $5 margaritas!! read more

Rosa Mexicano - $5 drink menu - Mondays only - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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I was happy to find same day seats here. The location is very convenient. The food servings are generous and the dishes are so fresh and tasty. Easy to find enough to eat that's fresh- I don't like being weighed down with fried food. The restaurant is comfortable, colorful, and a great place to stop on the way to the Metropolitan Museum. We enjoyed eating a full meal that wasn't too heavy before taking on a day in the museum. My only regret is that I couldn't try one of their cocktails that looked so tasty. The staff was wearing little ear pieces to communicate, they don't mess around with their communication here. I really enjoy seeing staff who really cares about efficiency. It makes me feel safe in my dining experience. It's Somehow I remember the bathrooms were fun, but I can't recall now in what way I guess you'll just have to stop in and see for yourself. Go for the cocktails! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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I've never had a bad time at Rosa Mexicano. In fact their extremely potent margaritas guarantee you might not remember the visit at all. Elevated Mexican and very snappy service. In Manhattan where pouty atmosphere is almost always on the menu, Rosa offers a genuinely good time without the poseurs. Five easy stars. read more

While in New York, we met up with family and had dinner at Rosa Mexicano, and wow, what an awesome time. The space was busy and bustling, full of life, and it's easy to see why. The service was attentive, kind, and genuinely helpful from start to finish. Everyone at the table ordered some version of the chilaquiles, and I shared the duck chilaquiles with my mom. It came with a rich mole sauce, which I had never seen paired with chilaquiles before, and it was incredible. The duck was tender, the sauce was layered with flavor, and the portion was more than enough for two. The entire experience was joyful, flavorful, and full of warmth. I know there are other Rosa Mexicano locations in Manhattan, but if I can call one my favorite, this one definitely is. Can't wait to go back for another round of those mole chilaquiles. read more

Food was very fresh , I had the roasted chicken enchiladas and my wife had the brisket enchiladas. Both were fabulous, fresh and the meat was very tender. Ordered the guacamole, be careful as the medium was spicy so I can only imagine the spicy version of that. Service was excellent and we were taken care of. Small space but there layout works. A must try. read more

Went there for a brunch event on a wedding weekend of a friend. Super yummy all the way around read more

My friend and I got lunch here yesterday. The chips and salsa are good and so was the queso dip. We also enjoyed the egg and sausage breakfast burrito and my friend got something with avocado and egg I think, which she liked. A lot of food and I found my meal a bit salty but still delicious. Courteous staff, quick service, and super fun decor. Bar, booth, table seating, and outdoor seating as well. read more

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Overall, the evening turned out well and the food was excellent. The three of us ordered fajitas and honestly could have shared one or two because the portions were generous. Everything tasted great. Our server was warm, patient, and genuinely welcoming ....the kind of service that makes you feel like you're being hosted in someone's home. He was a highlight of the night. Unfortunately, the experience didn't start that way. I had made a reservation through OpenTable and could clearly see it confirmed on my phone, but the host said she couldn't find it in their system. I completely understand that technology glitches happen ....that wasn't the issue. I was simply trying to show her the reservation so the restaurant might be aware there could be a connection issue between OpenTable and their system. Even after I explained that I wasn't arguing with her, just trying to point out what the customer sees so it could be helpful to the restaurant, she continued to respond in an argumentative way and kept repeating that they didn't have it. The point I was making seemed to be completely missed. Instead of acknowledging the possibility that something might be wrong with the system, the interaction became unnecessarily defensive. It set a negative tone at the start of the evening. Thankfully, the excellent food and our wonderful server completely turned the night around. Because of that, I would absolutely come back. I do hope, however, that the restaurant can help the hostess find a more pleasant and customer-focused way to handle situations like this in the future. read more

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We came here for brunch and had such a positive experience. We had come with friends that had a baby stroller and they were so accommodating and willing to move us to a bigger booth so we could fit the stroller more comfortably. Service: service was fast and efficient. We didn't feel rushed to order and they checked in on us the right amount of time. Food came out reasonably fast. Ambiance: the vibe here is great. It's well decorated and comfortable. You could easily bring a date here or a group of friends. The booths are also very comfortable. Food: They start you off with complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa is really good, it's well seasoned and not spicy. I highly recommend the guacamole. It comes freshly made and they let you pick the spice level. Their medium spice is actually medium spicy so I appreciate that consistency. We got the black bean and cheese empanadas and they were really good. I do think it needed a little more salt. We also got the mushroom enchiladas with red sauce. I love how they roasted the mushrooms. The red sauce is also really good. Drink: we got the cucumber refresco. It was really refreshing and not sweet. The mocktails were also reasonably priced, less than $10. Price: the price of dishes is very reasonable especially for the amount of food you're getting. read more

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Went here for lunch my husband choose this place because he love Mexican food. We had order a share meal the parrilladas. Very delicious. The steak and chicken and grill chorizo was perfectly cook. We also had a michenllata cocktail. I would come back to try more on the menu. The ambiance was very comfortable and peaceful the waiter was very attentive and pleasant. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Minchalla - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Great neighborhood spot . Yummy chips and salsa and table made guac . Service is good and food comes in large portions . Oh and the margaritas are YUM read more

We had dinner at Rosa Mexicano. Delicious! Delicious! Delicious! We had Fajitas, and Enchiladas. The hibiscus-promagrate tea was fabulous. The waiter gave me a special dessert and everyone sang happy birthday to me. The place was beautifully decorated. read more

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This place deserves a way higher rating! The happy hour is great. The mini frozen margarita and complimentary chips and salsa were a perfect way to start the evening. My friends and I loved the enchiladas (I had the seafood ones), the tacos, and the tableside guacamole. Service was outstanding at both the bar and the table. The vibe is fun too! read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mini Frozen Margarita - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

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Food is ALWAYS delicious and the service always appreciated. Ee eat a clean diet so my mom's go to is the skirt steak chimi churri. My favorite go to is the traditional ceviche, the other two ceviches have sugar in their mix. We always do a double guacamole, the ingredients are fresh and its made tableside. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for dinner and had an ok experience. The place is deceivingly massive and well decorated. My friend and I stopped in for a quick bite and got the birria tacos, creamy poblano rice and empanadas. The servings were pretty big. The flavor was ok but the presentation was decent. The poblano rice was strange tasting. The waiter was friendly but didn't seem like he wanted to be there and was often hard to track him down. Overall, it was very average. read more

Great tasting food and service. Nice cozy place. We had the fajitas and quesadillas. Margaritas were good too. read more

Came here around 3pm on a Saturday and it was amazing! We didn't have to wait for a table, and the staff was very friendly. This is a great place to come if you're looking for a late brunch restaurant - I believe their brunch menu is available until 4pm. They also have bottomless mimosas! My friend and I ended up getting mimosa flights (OJ, pomegranate, guava, and mango). The pomegranate was the best by far! The vibes were casual, not loud, and there were a few TVs in the bar area with sports on. This is also a great restaurant for picky eaters (like myself). I ordered a plain quesadilla and was delighted to see all of the toppings came on the side! The only thing inside of the quesadilla was cheese, no veggies or additional seasonings. I also ordered a side of guac. Overall 10 out of 10 would recommend. read more

Rosa Mexicano - Quesadilla and side of guac - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

Went early afternoon on a weekday so place was not crowded. The hostess was too busy on her phone, she did not acknowledge us or greet us as we entered. I had to ask to be seated, she just nodded and didn't say a single word as she showed us to our table. The minute we sat down, the waiter asked us if we wanted sparkling water and seemed shocked that we said no, he came back 1 minute later and asked us again. We said no and we just rush ordered ginger ale. He brought us plain seltzer water from the fountain bar and insisted it was ginger ale. It was not. We would have ordered drinks if he didn't rush us. The guacamole appetizer was ok in taste but the portion served was only about 4 tablespoons spread wide around the mortar bowl to appear plentiful. Ordered steak well done however it was served medium and it was very chewy. Side of rice was bland. Waiter hovered as I reviewed the check (which had higher prices than the menu showed.) The overall experience, the flavors , portion sizes and service was not worth the expense. Still tipped the suggested amount for respect, but definitely not going back. read more

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We went to Rosa Mexicano on Second Avenue @ 52nd Street this was not planned but I got a parking spot right across the street on a Saturday at 6:30 it was fate & good luck!! Luckily the place was nice and the service friendly . Three of us started with drinks my sangria was great so good we got a pitcher! A non alcoholic Hibiscus pomegranate tea for the 12 yo she said it was really good! A La Unica Of course they bought out the salsa & tortilla chips Then we had appetizers: chorizo / shrimp empanadas ( special for day of the dead) Next were the pork carnitas, the best was the Mexican fried rice with lump crab!! Really delicious Of course dessert was churros and chocolate tres Leches cake !!! Crazy good ! We have a friend in the neighborhood so I definitely will be back. read more

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Rosa Mexicano is an upscale Mexican restaurant with a varied menu of cocktails and typical dishes. The ambiance is nice with blue and purple lighting around the whole restaurant and some TV screens showing sports as well. The bartender was nice and made a bomb Mezcalrita ($18) cocktail with Dos Hombres Mezcal, 1800 Reposado Tequila, Grand Marnier, organic agave nectar, fresh lime and a salt rim. We ordered the Roasted Chicken Enchiladas ($27), Birria Quesatacos ($22), Birria & Cheese Empanadas ($15 for three), Steak Quesadilla ($28) and a side of rice. The food was good, but typical New York prices (aka expensive!). Wish they served chips and salsa to start, but overall a nice place to have some drinks and food! read more

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Went on a friday night with a reservation and were seated super quickly. They brought salsa and guac to our table almost immediately which was lovely. I got a spicy marg and it was just the perfect amount of spice but a little too much tequila. My boyfriend did the frozen strawberry pitcher with friends and was great. I got the mexican fried rice which I really enjoyed and still felt like I could have dessert after. The only problem was that we did see two roaches. My friend killed one but we never caught the other. I was itching the whole time I was there because I was so nervous! That's NYC for ya though, read more

Rosa Mexicano - Mexican Fried Rice Shrimp. - Mexican Near Me - New York, New York

The food & service were very good. We wanted to eat outside but did not because the table tops outside were so slanted toward the ground that we were worried our food would end up in our laps. They need much better outside tables that have level tops! read more

When my friend was in town from the UK I knew that I had to take her out to the best Mexican restaurant on the upper west side. I've been a huge fan of Rosa Mexicana for years and have always loved their tacos and enchiladas. I'm also a huge fan of their guacamole, which they make right in front of you at your table. The only reason why I gave the restaurant four stars instead of five was because they refused to serve dipping vegetables with the guacamole and salsa alongside the chips. What if there was an allergy or if someone was trying to stay away from too many carbs so they could enjoy the entree? The new policy was ridiculous but that didn't take away from how good the food was. I ordered the shredded pork tacos and I died and went to heaven. Everything about the entree was delicious and it was the best pre-movie dinner. I love the restaurant and everyone was so helpful. On a side note if you're thinking about it, you MUST try the mole sauce. It's so good on enchiladas. read more

So glad we found this place! We had liked this spot when they had a location in Downtown LA but they've all closed out here since Covid. While walking around NYC we saw this place and knew it'd be the perfect final dinner spot with the family. Delicious frozen pomegranate margaritas, fresh guacamole & the tacos & quesadilla made for a great & very filling meal. read more

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Rosa Mexicana Brunch Review (as told by a very sophisticated dog) So there I was, paws up under the table, living my best life at Rosa Mexicana on 52nd & 2nd. The humans called it "brunch," but let's be honest--it was a vibe. First off, shoutout to the staff. The moment they saw me, they brought over a water bowl like I was a paying guest. Respect. Outdoor seating? Chill, shaded, and perfect for a sidewalk snooze between bites. The soundtrack? Pure slow jams--none of that chaotic brunch energy. Just mellow beats and even mellower mimosas (for the humans... I stuck to my bowl). They went bottomless on cocktails, and I went bottomless on belly rubs. Everyone wins. The nachos? Crunchy perfection. The quesadilla? Cheesy in all the right ways. But honestly, it wasn't even about the food. It was the vibes. 10/10 would sniff again. read more

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This Rosa Mexicano is located in the Upper East Side neighborhood of their very first restaurant, ever, anywhere. I can't technically review that founding restaurant location on Yelp since it relocated. l have enjoyed dining at that original location on 1st Avenue before it moved over to 2nd Avenue. In terms of dining options in 3 Manhattan neighborhoods: they have this one, aforementioned location on the Upper East Side, one location in Union Square and one at Lincoln Center. They also have other restaurants across the US, including one Rosa Mexicano in Maryland's National Harbor near DC. I started visiting that restaurant because of how much I enjoyed their Upper Eastside original. Rosa Mexicano is passionate about colorful modern plating presentations, aromatic and authentic flavors and inviting interior design. It's definitely a perfect place for date nights and celebrations because it's gorgeous inside. Rosa Mexicano's Guacamole en Molcajete prepared in a lava rock bowl, tableside, is delicious. For those who are really, really ambitious about guac -- because guac can actually be eaten by the bowl like a salad -- you can make your order a 'double.' Also, their Salsa Molcajete and warm tortilla chips are delightful, with smoky notes in the salsa that really come through. Do they use a hint of molé in their salsa? Or is it the lava rock that they make the salsa in which seasons the salsa so well? I have never asked but I love the deep rich, flavor. Their tortilla chips are legend-worthy because they are so perfectly thin, light and salty. I enjoy their marg's. Guava plus strawberry, by the glass, or mango are favorites. But having a full pitcher of margarita, is at the center my best memories with a friend or two. A Grand Marnier float is available for only $2 more. There is a nice selection of tequila types in multiple brands for blanco, reposado and añejo. The Rosa Mexicano Chicken Tortilla Soup is one of the first dishes I've ordered, here, and have continued to order. This soup is flavorful and a must-try. It is made with a roasted tomato-pasilla chile broth with grilled chicken, sliced avocado, shredded Chihuahua cheese, crema fresca and corn tortilla strips. Delicious. I normally order an enchilada or share entrees to taste more dishes. A sampling of a few different types of the empañadas was once on the menu and I loved them. The Birria and Cheese empañada is delightful. It is made with beef brisket, oaxaca cheese, cilantro, red onion and red chili corn masa. They have a variety of steak options here, as well as a signature cheeseburger. Definitely check the Happy Hour Fiesta Menu available only to bar patrons from 4-7. There are specials rates on food as well as carafas of margs and sangria. I have not tried the cucumber and mint refresco but would like to. Rosa Mexicano also offers a featured tequila. read more

The Steak Tampiquena was delicious! 10/10 The Steak Chimichurri was very good as well. However the guac was super bland, literally no salt, no lime. They have a few Mexican Beers, no draft. Margaritas were good as well Was recommended by a local, would come back again but just skip the guac. read more

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Came to visit new york city and this was the best food I had the whole time!! I had been craving mexican food since all I had seen were hot dog stands around the city and was so grateful we stumbled across Rosa on our walk. We did a walk in on new year's eve and were seated right away. The restaurant was decorated beautifully and the service was great. We had the guava frozen margaritas and they were the best I've had. They were strong but had the right amount of guava flavor. We also had the ceviche and steak tacos. The ceviche was a bit too sour for what i'm used to when I make my own, but the crackers were a good combination for it. The steak tacos were delicious! I usually am not one to accept flour tortillas for tacos but in this case the steak was so delicious and seasoned perfectly, cooked perfectly, the combination was amazing. We tried the tres leches cake as well which melts in your mouth its soo delicious. I would 100% come back here. read more

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I saw this place on TikTok and it looked fire -- they made it seem like you get guacamole made fresh in front of you, full experience and all. So I went on Taco Tuesday thinking it was gonna be a vibe... yeah, no. The place was basically empty. Like, two people at the bar and that was it. When we sat down, they asked if we wanted guac, we said yes -- and it just came out already made. No presentation, no tableside moment, nothing TikTok promised. Service was SLOW, which is wild considering there were maybe five people total in the whole restaurant. Drink menu was super limited, and there wasn't even a real Taco Tuesday menu. The "tacos"?? Please. Literally just a tortilla, fried shrimp, and cabbage. No flavor, no creativity, nothing special. Drinks were mediocre at best too. Overall, very underwhelming and not worth the hype or the money. Save your coins honeys. I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

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Came here on Friday night for dinner, we didn't have a reservation and it was pretty packed when we got there but the hostess was kind and found us a spot to sit at the bar. As far as food goes you must get the classic guac it's delicious! Other things we really loved were the ceviche, tuna tacos and steak tacos. The empanadas weren't our personal favorite so probably wouldn't get those again next time but definitely would order everything else! read more

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