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Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue, New York, NY

Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

4.5
4.5
559 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
985 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022-6305

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2 people
22:30
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Located on the lively corner of 52nd Street and 2nd Avenue, Rosa Mexicano offers a fun dining experience in midtown east. The Second Avenue location features iconic design elements, like the cobalt blue wall featuring Acapulco divers in energetic dining rooms, festive bar, private dining space and ample outdoor seating. known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and its global explorations and inspirations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30–22:00 Thu 11:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Judith Cooper
  • Catering
    We offer a full range of off-premise catering options for groups of all sizes: buffet stations, prix fixe menus, family-style menus, or passed hors d’oeuvres. To discuss a catering order, please contact SecondAveteam@rosamexicano.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Rosa Mexicano's dramatic spaces are designed for all types of events like large social dinner parties, business cocktail receptions, as well as smaller gatherings. To start planning your next event, please contact the team at SecondAveteam@rosamexicano.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Midtown East
  • Cross Street
    Located on the corner of 52nd Street and 2nd Avenue
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 559 people are saying

Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rosa Mexicano on Second Avenue offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent and well-presented food." Guests rave about the "great food and great margaritas," including the standout pomegranate margarita. The atmosphere is lively, and the "friendly and attentive" staff enhance the experience. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations, especially on Taco Tuesdays.
559 Reviews
  1. Steve VIP

    New York City680 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good upscale Mexican food. Terrific selection of frozen drinks.

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  2. Eduardo VIP

    Mexico City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I liked the Birria tacos. Service was attentive and overall I enjoyed my visit
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 23 March 2025
    iHola! Thank you for leaving us a review. Rosa Mexicano always aims to deliver the best for our customers. Please visit again soon!

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  3. Linde VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We always have a wonderful time when we go. However, ADA access is difficult. We needed help entering and leaving from the front.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 22 March 2025
    iHola! Thank you for leaving us a review! We are extremely happy you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  4. Mona VIP

    Hawaii10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was delicious as usual. Although, the menu was new and our favorite lump crab guacamole was no longer available.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 21 March 2025
    iHola! Thank you for leaving us a review! We are extremely happy you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Stanley VIP

    New York City119 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Guacamole is great and whole meal was delicious at a moderate expense.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 15 March 2025
    iHola! Thank you for appreciating the experience we provided. At Rosa Mexicano, we are constantly innovating our menu items and improving our service. Hope to see you very soon!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Diane

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious. The pomegranate margarita was awesome! My party of 3 shared the guacamole and nachos as appetizers and then we ordered the steak quesadillas and 2 Burria tacos entrees for lunch! We all really had a great time and enjoyed everything about it! We had a nice table/booth for 3 and our waiter was super friendly and attentive! Looking forward to our next visit back!
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 24 February 2025
    iHola! Thank you for the 5 star review. We strive to deliver the best experience for you every time. We hope to see you again in the future!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Rodel

    New York City61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and food was amazing! Will come back again.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 23 February 2025
    iHola! Thank you for appreciating the experience we provided. At Rosa Mexicano, we are constantly innovating our menu items and improving our service. Hope to see you very soon!

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  8. Emily

    New York City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is delicious and portions are generous, especially the chicken enchiladas in green sauce. We were nice and comfortable in our booth, and could carry on a conversation comfortably. Servers are friendly and attentive, but we did feel subtle pressure to keep adding to our order. Also, when they ask if you want "still or sparking" water, be sure to specify tap water, unless you want to pay $7 for a bottle of fancy water. Seeing that on the check was a bit of sticker shock. Otherwise, you'll have a good experience here.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Corinna

    BW4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 10 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    An sich ein gelungener Abend, Portionen etwas klein so dass man nicht satt wird. Die Kellnerin war am Ende ziemlich unfreundlich, da sie mit dem Trinkgeld nicht zufrieden war. Sie hat mehrmals nachgefragt und uns beobachtet
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 11 February 2025
    Dear Corinna, Thank you for your feedback about your recent visit to Rosa Mexicano. We're glad to hear you had a successful evening, but we apologize for the small portion sizes and the service you received from the waitress. Your experience is important to us, and we will take action to look into these concerns with our team. We appreciate your insights and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Sincerely, Rosa Mexicano Team

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  10. Beth VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and margaritas! Definitely a go to for a casual dinner.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 10 February 2025
    iHola! Thank you for the 5 star review. We strive to deliver the best experience for you every time. We hope to see you again in the future!

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FAQs

Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 753-7407.

Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue is rated 4.5 stars by 559 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

985 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022-6305

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located on the corner of 52nd Street and 2nd Avenue
  • Area
    Midtown East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30–22:00 Thu 11:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Judith Cooper
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer a full range of off-premise catering options for groups of all sizes: buffet stations, prix fixe menus, family-style menus, or passed hors d’oeuvres. To discuss a catering order, please contact SecondAveteam@rosamexicano.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Rosa Mexicano's dramatic spaces are designed for all types of events like large social dinner parties, business cocktail receptions, as well as smaller gatherings. To start planning your next event, please contact the team at SecondAveteam@rosamexicano.com.
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