Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Mexican Restaurant, El Mariachi Mexican Cuisine and Buffet & Cafe Mexican Restaurant, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Harlem's Upscale Mexican Destinations
Harlem’s vibrant dining scene reaches new heights with this selection of upscale Mexican destinations that blend traditional flavors with sophisticated flair. From the refined plates at Polanco to elegant dining rooms across the neighborhood, these spots offer a polished take on classic regional dishes and artisanal cocktails. Whether you are planning a celebratory evening or a stylish night out, these establishments provide the perfect backdrop for experiencing the elevated side of Mexican cuisine in the heart of Upper Manhattan.
16 restaurants in Best Upscale Mexican Restaurants in Harlem | Upscale Mexican Food
- Mexican Restaurant · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- El Mariachi Mexican Cuisine · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Buffet & Cafe Mexican Restaurant · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Rica’s Tacos · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Polanco · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- El Patio De Fela · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- La Diagonal Agaveria · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- La Bella Mixteca Taqueria & Mexican Grill · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Dalias Harlem Cafe · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- The Fox Harlem · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Tios Bistro · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Empanadas Monumental · rated 4.1/5: Spanish.
- Tropilyz 116th · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- La Casita Taqueria Restaurant · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Chinelos 2 · rated 3.8/5: Mexican.
- Mexican Restaurant: 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.
