Rosa Mexicano

Rosa Mexicano is a Mexican fine dining restaurant in Union Square, New York City, NY.

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1305
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  • Phone

    (212) 533-3350

  • Website

    rosamexicano.com

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

9 E 18th St New York , NY 10003 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating No
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Music Live Music
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 257


Keywords:

margaritas happy hour good for dates guacamole sangria good for groups tequila churros trendy spacious spicy food desserts short ribs tres leches cake dinner bar casual gluten-free food lunch chicken
Lili Rueda

Its probably the best mexican restaurant in NY.Never tried a Guacamole like the one i ate here, and the fact that is prepared right at your table as in the traditional way, it make it amazingly fresh!

Michele

Happy hour deal $ M-F, 4-7pm include $7 empanadas , quesadillas , tacos , and flautas . As well as $6 sangria , wine and cocktails , $5 beers , and $8 margaritas .

Sana Currimbhoy

My favorite Mexican place to go to in NYC. The guacamole is delicious and the perfect quick appetizer . The chicken quesadillas are my go to main dish and on a cold winter day the spiced hot chocolate .

Graylyn Roose

Great spot for fresh, upscale Mexican food . Love the Hongos Tacos with portobello mushrooms , black beans and roasted red peppers . Plenty of food!!

Jennifer G

If you're into spicy foods , try the alambre de camarones . Espresso flan is the perfect desert . It's creamy, light and has a mild coffee kick to it.

Todd Slater

The best handmade (tableside) guacamole with generous amounts of cilantro , onion and tomato -- and the pomegranate frozen margs are original and can't be beat

Tom

The guac is a must, prepared table side in mild, med, or spicy . Decent food, good portions, and fairly good service . Very accommodating for large groups.

Ms Helene

Guacomole made at the table can be tailored and their own chips are good. Grilled tuna loin ensalada did not have enough tuna or enough flavor in dressing but mango , pineapple and jicama added variety

Derek Flanzraich

The hands-down best guacamole in the city , no matter how many others I try. Get it mild so you can taste the freshness. And don't forget to ask for corn tortillas !

Mary

Despite being a chain, this place is a great spot for group dinners . Open space and big tables. Get the El Mazcalito to start and order a bowl of guacamole made while you watch.

Fran

Consistently good food. Guacamole is fantastic but leave room for the delicious entrees! Cocktails are terrific.

Keith Kaplan

Love Rosa! Get the pomegranate Margarita 's. I also loved the short rib dinner...so delicious!

Jaclyn R

Great for large groups. Get some table side guacamole and the skillet style entrees are delicious

Chel Castel

Their guac is fresh and delicious. Tres enchiladas is usually my go-to and I love their refried beans .

Elizabeth Burstein

Delicious braised beef tacos , tableside guac , pomegranate marg !

DoubleDeuce

Everyone comes here for their margaritas . And they're not a bad choice. But they have a solid michelada too. Also, the nachos...are quite small, just a snack .

Lovely G.

The guacamole is the best I've ever had. The crepas are amazing and the tres Leche for dessert was divine.

New York Habitat

Great spot if you love Mexican Food . Try their enchiladas suizas , which are filled with cheese and organic chicken . We also recommend their Frozen Pomegranate Margaritas !

Andrew C

Just came for drinks and it seems like a higher-end Mexican restaurant ... pricey margaritas , but strong and flavourful + ordered guacamole/chips and was bit spicy but perfect!!!

Edwina McGregor

The duck carnitas tacos are delicious! As are the frozen Margaritas . Big venue, great for groups .

Dacquiri Smittick

The Rosalita is the best guilt-free margarita I've tasted to date! Partnered with the pork belly nachos and the lunch is complete!

Ann Schoolmeesters

Lovely portion tacos and enchiladas ! We had the sangria on Wine Wednesday for only $5! ????

Mikala McCauley

4 of us split the 3 feet of tacos ! Great spot for happy hour with great margs !!

Thomas Mo

Happy hour only at the bar , but margaritas are strong. Food was excellent, especially the guac made at your table right in front of you.

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Usually, I'm not into chain restaurants for that the food's consistency varies from an outlet to another. That's not the case with Rosa tho. All food options are solid.Frozen drinks are way too strong

Marcie Kowalski

Order the pineapple mojito for lunch . It's fruit and herbs so it's basically a salad and totally appropriate for lunch . Thank me later.

Good Squishy

Excellent guacamole and tacos , they bring out lotsa of food to accompany your main dish, like rice and beans etc

Simon Tschinkel

Excellent service . Very loud . Great guacamole . Decent menu. Good for a large group.

Sonny Kwok

Huge place, get drinks by the pitcher if you have a large party at the bar (margaritas ). Also, whatever you do, order churros

Courtney Lewis

Delicious and freshly made guacamole ...it's better spicy ! Good margaritas and queso . Love sitting at the bar .

Christina Chin

Guac , and desserts ..churros so good and tres leches is so fancy but delish

Esther Suh

You must get the tableside guacamole to start and churros for dessert . What you do in between is up to you

Eric Ho

Enchiladas were great. Follow me on Instagram @EricHoRaw!

Hakan Oner

Freshly prepared Guacamole served in a stone dish. Better to order margaritas first, then you can enjoy your time while waiting for the dishes.

Dee Dee

The food was great the only down side was I wish the waiter told me the guacamole was gonna cost $15. Totally blindsided me there. Drinks are small but strong

Letier S.

Food is tasty and the drinks are even better. Guacamole is a must. Staff is nice. Good for office outings or birthdays.

Josh Ferry

Big space and staff was attentive for brunch . Salsa is really nice, drink variety is good as well .

Daniel McDonough

The Baja Tacos were decent. They can be a little messy if the tortilla falls apart . Definitely get the guacamole to start med/hot. Boom!

Njoud Fahad

Guacamole is the only thing worth visiting this place for , great inly for a snack on the bar

Michelle

Solid drinks, guacamole , and ambiance. Check out the chile poblano relleno !

Rafa Maya

The best churros con cajeta and chocolate I've tried in my life. Even better than in Mexico.

Kristine Yapp

My favorite Mexican restaurant in the city . This location has an amazing atmosphere and staff . Try the jumbo lump crab enchiladas and the guacamole .

allmenus.com

The guacamole is a must, as well as the Sandia, Rosa Mexicano's take on a watermelon margarita . Long wait for a table? Try the bar , you can order from the main menu with no wait!

Jen Makulowich

Gluten free menu , and delicious Guac to boot! Very spacious too.

Shelby Knox

Happy hour , Sat-Thurs. in the bar area. Drinks: $6 margaritas & sangria , $7 mojito , $4 beers . Food: $6 chicken flautas , queso fundido , & Mexican Ceasar salad .

Pixie Dee

Great bar area and perfect for after work fun.. Frozen pomegranate marg and best guacamole .. A+

The Blonde Gourmand

Love to come to the huge bar space here after wandering downtown for the BEST pomegranate margarita of all time and a bowl of fresh guacamole .

Nikhita Mahtani

Yummy guac and enchiladas !! Churros are a bit meh... Great ambience snd reasonably priced for the portions.

Ashley Rudolph

Try the guacamole and happy hour ! Ridiculously good happy hour deals but it gets crowded , so come early.

Sam Gioia

Ask for the el vaquero if you like whiskey and tart/sweet. It has jack, grapefruit juice , agave nectar muddled with lemons ... Amazing.

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