Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are El Carnalito, Buena Onda and Tacos y Quesadillas, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 2 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale mexican restaurants in Roosevelt Island. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
Roosevelt Island's Upscale Mexican Destinations
Roosevelt Island offers a sophisticated dining escape where upscale Mexican flavors and fresh coastal fare meet stunning waterfront views. This curated selection highlights refined destinations like Maya, where traditional Mexican techniques are elevated for a modern palate, alongside the vibrant seafood specialties found at Seamore's. Whether you are craving bold spices or the catch of the day, these establishments provide an elegant atmosphere perfect for a memorable meal by the East River.
16 restaurants in Best Upscale Mexican Restaurants in Roosevelt Island | Upscale Mexican Food
- El Carnalito · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Buena Onda · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Tacos y Quesadillas · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Tacos y Quesadillas · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Green Kitchen 70th Street · rated 4.5/5: restaurant.
- Island Rolls N Bowls · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Seamore's · rated 4.3/5: Seafood.
- Maya · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Tacos Y Quesadillas · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
- Hidalgo Mexican Food · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Mexiterranean Grill · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Buena Onda Mescalera · rated 4/5: Mexican.
- Mexiterranean Grill: Mexican.
- La Esquina: Mexican.
- Javelina: Mexican.
- Seamore's: Seafood.
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.
