Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Conmigo, El Carnalito and Buena Onda, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap mexican restaurants in Upper East Side. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
Upper East Side's Cheap Mexican Destinations
The Upper East Side offers a surprising wealth of affordable Mexican flavors that prove you don't have to spend a fortune for an authentic meal in this iconic neighborhood. From the quick, counter-service convenience of Dos Toros Taqueria and Tacos y Quesadillas to the vibrant atmosphere of Toloache and Sabor A Mexico II, there is a budget-friendly spot for every craving. Whether you are looking for the traditional street-style offerings at El Carnalito and Tacos Mi Mexico or the unique fusions at Mexiterranean Grill, these local gems provide a festive and delicious escape. Explore the diverse menus of Tacos del Este Superior and other neighborhood favorites to discover the best tacos, quesadillas, and regional specialties the area has to offer.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in Upper East Side | Cheap Mexican Food
- Conmigo · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- El Carnalito · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Buena Onda · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Tacos y Quesadillas · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Soledad · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Tacos y Quesadillas · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Le Botaniste · rated 4.6/5: restaurant.
- Heidi's House by the side of the road · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Green Kitchen 70th Street · rated 4.5/5: restaurant.
- Toloache · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Tacos del Este Superior · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Lolita's Kitchen & Burger House · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Maz Mescal · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Seamore's · rated 4.3/5: Seafood.
- Green Kitchen · rated 4.3/5: american_restaurant.
- Tacos Y Quesadillas · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Kappo Masa · rated 4.3/5: Japanese.
- Maz Mezcal · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Móle · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Conmigo · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Tacos & Tequila · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- The Red Grill · rated 4.2/5: Steakhouse.
- Sabor A Mexico · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Móle Mexican Bar & Grill - Upper East Side · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Mexiterranean Grill · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Sabor A Mexico II · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Sabor A Mexico · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Buena Onda Mescalera · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Tacos Mi Mexico · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Toloache: Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
