Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Maya Mezcal, Orchard Grocer and CANTINA SUNDOWN, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale mexican restaurants in East Village. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
East Village's Upscale Mexican Destinations
The East Village is home to a sophisticated wave of Mexican dining that blends traditional flavors with a chic, modern atmosphere. From the creative plant-based offerings at Etérea to the adventurous dishes at The Black Ant, these spots redefine what it means to enjoy an elevated meal in the heart of downtown. Whether you are looking for the vibrant energy of Populares or the unique charm of Hard to Explain, this collection showcases the neighborhood's most refined takes on regional Mexican cuisine.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Mexican Restaurants in East Village | Upscale Mexican Food
- Maya Mezcal · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Orchard Grocer · rated 5/5: American.
- CANTINA SUNDOWN · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Los Tacos NYC · rated 4.9/5: Mexican.
- Jos Tacos · rated 4.9/5: Mexican.
- Carnitas Ramirez · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Mercado Lima · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- La Contenta LES · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Birria LES Saint Marks Place · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- La Contenta · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Downtown Burritos · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- The Cabinet Mezcal Bar · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Taqueria St. Marks Place · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Tacos Cholula Mexican Mobile Truck · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Bar Verde · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Dora’s · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Birria LES · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Yuca Bar & Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Jugos · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Clinton St. Baking Company · rated 4.4/5: american_restaurant.
- Tacos Cuautla Morelos · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- El Camion Cantina · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- The Spotted Owl Tavern · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Taqueria Gramercy · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Bobby's Night Out · rated 4.4/5: American.
- El Diablito Taqueria · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Barrio Chino · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- San Loco · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Yellow Rose · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Paquitos · rated 4.3/5: 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.
