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Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY

Toloache - Upper East Side

4.8
4.8
1643 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Welcome to Toloache (pronounced toh-lo-AH-tchay), chef-owner Julian Medina's contemporary Mexican bistro located in the Upper East Side. Toloache is named after a flowering plant famed in Mexico for its use in love potions. We hope that when you dine with us you too will fall under the spell of chef Medina's creative cooking, which incorporates seasonal and natural ingredients and more than a dozen types of chilies. Along with the authentic Mexican menu and an exceptional tequila list, we offer elegant decorative elements imported from Mexico. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:45 Fri 17:00–21:00 Sat 12:00–21:00 Sun 12:00–20:45
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-4505
  • Website
    http://www.toloachenyc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Julian Medina
  • Catering
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
  • Location
    166 East 82nd St.,, New York, NY 10028
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    Lexington and 3rd Ave
  • Parking details
    4 5 6 subway, 86th street stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Menu

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What 1,643 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toloache - Upper East Side offers a vibrant Mexican dining experience with "spectacular food" and "top notch" service. Guests rave about the "delicious margaritas" and "amazing guacamole." While some find it "a little pricey," the ambiance and culinary creativity make it a "favorite neighborhood gem."

1,643 Reviews

  1. Margaret VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is reliably good. Waitstaff is excellent. Friendly and solicitous. Hopping atmosphere.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, great food and warm staff We celebrated my husbands birthday and it was a wonderful evening Thank you

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  3. Mary VIP

    New York City99 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had our usual top quality weeknight meal. Excellent food, and service.

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  4. Deanna

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our favorite UES spots and we are always reminded of what a gem it is each time we return! Great drinks, guac, service. The Pollo Toloache is SO DELISH!!!

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  5. Jean-philippe

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Personnel accueillant et très professionnel, les plats sont bons, très sympa

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  6. darcy VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always enjoy my food and drinks . Very quiet when we got there and then the place became packed and hard to hear each other Fish tacos were very good as well as the hamachi cerviche. Skinny margaritas always a hit

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  7. Takako

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Manhattan! I've been to the Midtown location many times, but this was my first time visiting the Upper East Side location. Compared to the always-busy and lively atmosphere of Midtown, this location had a more local, neighborhood feel. It's also close to The Met, making it a great spot to visit after sightseeing. I love their tacos—everything is delicious, but my favorite is the slightly spicy lobster taco!

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  8. Ayasia

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was great with the dim lighting and tea light candle on the table. The guacamole and mild salsa with chips were delicious. I loved my mojito coconut drink. My partner got the valentines special drink with tequila, lime, jalapeños and tajin rim. Carnitas tacos were delicious. My partner got the quesadilla and he was said they were amazing. The waiter was great and attentive. I recommend this place :)

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  9. allen

    New York City3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had skirt steak -disappointing. wine Pinot noir was one of the worst I have tasted I do not recommend this place

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  10. Gregg

    New York City9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Worthwhile experience. Great menu and selection of Margys.

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FAQs

Toloache - Upper East Side does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Toloache - Upper East Side also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 861-4505.

Toloache - Upper East Side is rated 4.8 stars by 1643 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
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Toloache - Upper East Side

166 East 82nd St.,, New York, NY 10028

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lexington and 3rd Ave
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:45 Fri 17:00–21:00 Sat 12:00–21:00 Sun 12:00–20:45
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    4 5 6 subway, 86th street stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Julian Medina
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    http://www.toloachenyc.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 861-4505
  • Catering
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
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