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Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY
Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY
Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY
Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY
Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY

Toloache - Upper East Side

4.8
4.8
1649 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
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
  • 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
  • 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

What 1,649 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toloache - Upper East Side offers a "wonderful dining experience" with authentic Mexican cuisine, exceptional service, and a "friendly atmosphere." Guests praise the "delicious food," including standout items like the Pollo Toloache and ceviche. Although some find it "a little pricey," the overall experience is "consistently excellent," making it a "neighborhood gem."
1,649 Reviews
  1. Tamisha VIP

    Caribbean3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food- excellent flavor - tables way to close constantly shuffling to let waiters through

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  2. Chris

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Food drinks and service were great as always!!!!!

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  3. Tami

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, but the portions rather small for the price. They were very accommodating in spite of the fact that the weather suddenly changed and we were thrust into a rainy late afternoon early evening, dinner rather than sunny and 74°. I will be back when I can afford it again.

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  4. Sharon VIP

    New York City472 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The door is always great and the service seamless but attentive. It’s been our go to for Mexican food for ages!

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  5. Monica VIP

    New York City45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toloache never disappoints. My guests were impressed with everything, the friendly and excellent service, the drinks, the food, the scene. Toloache UES is just amazingly well run. Daniel and his team really know how to make people feel welcome and appreciated.

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  6. Laura

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always great. Our go-to spot for Mexican. They are super with my food allergies, too.

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  7. Lori

    New York City37 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious, and the service was very attentive, friendly and informative. An excellent dining experience!

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  8. MichaelW

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good but kinda pricey. It’s not supposed to be tapas, so small plates were not quite satisfactory.

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  9. Margaret VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    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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  10. 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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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 1649 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
Booked 29 times today
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
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