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Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue, New York, NY

Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

4.4
4.4
555 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Judith Cooper
  • Delivery & takeout

What 555 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue offers a lively atmosphere and "excellent food and margaritas." Although service can be inconsistent, standout staff like Miguel and Jonathan receive high praise. Guests enjoy the "fresh guacamole and margaritas," while the Pronto menu provides "delicious food at reasonable prices." Despite some mixed reviews, many patrons return for the "amazing time" and "upbeat ambience."

555 Reviews
  1. Stanley VIP

    New York City119 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    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 2 days ago
    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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  2. 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!

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  3. 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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  4. 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.

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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. Alice VIP

    New York City93 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, the food is very good and service is friendly. We were disappointed to learn that they’ve discontinued the afternoon Pronto Menu but since it’s Restaurant Week, there was a two course lunch menu available.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 5 February 2025
    Hi Alice, Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service friendly at Rosa Mexicano. We appreciate your feedback regarding the discontinuation of the afternoon Pronto Menu. We're pleased that you had the opportunity to try our two-course lunch menu during Restaurant Week. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience! Best regards, The Rosa Mexicano Team

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  8. Mary VIP

    New York City128 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely options during restaurant week. Especially liked the beef carnitas and the double enchiladas. And the pomegrante margaritas can't be better!
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 30 January 2025
    Hi Mary, Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beef carnitas, double enchiladas, and pomegranate margaritas at Rosa Mexicano. Your feedback is invaluable, and we’ll take action to ensure we continue to meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful dining experience! Best regards, Brian Ritchie General Manager 212-753-7407

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  9. Cathy

    Naples8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a favorite of ours! The food and service is outstanding.
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 24 January 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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  10. Gretchen

    New York City35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicous. The portions were huge! My friend and I split the nachos and we were both very full after eating just those. I ordered the Tulum salad, which was also HUGE and I could only eat a tiny bit. My friend got the chicken quesadilla, also HUGE, and she said it was delicious! My only complaint- the service wasn't great. Our server was not friendly either. That was a bit of a downer but the delicious food made up for it. The manager came by to say hello, which was a nice touch. I will be back!
    Rosa Mexicano - Second AvenueResponded on 30 January 2025
    Hi Gretchen, Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and generous portions at Rosa Mexicano. Your feedback about the service is important to us, and we will take action to address it with our team. I'm happy you enjoyed my visit, added a nice touch to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal! Best regards, Brian Ritchie 212-753-7407

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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 4.4 stars by 555 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Rosa Mexicano - Second Avenue

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Judith Cooper
  • Delivery & takeout
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