Chela – Mexican
Chela invites guests into a vibrant, soulful space where the earthy aroma of toasted masa and simmering chilies fills the air. The kitchen celebrates the rich heritage of Mexican comfort food, serving up everything from the satisfying crunch of stuffed chilaquiles and golden, mushroom-filled gorditas to the delicate steam rising from hand-wrapped tamales. Whether sharing a bowl of creamy, traditional guacamole or savoring a soul-warming tortilla soup, every bite captures the festive spirit and bold, sun-drenched flavors of a neighborhood cantina.
408 5th Avenue, New York, New York 11215 https://chelaparkslope.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, tlc, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, raw-food, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality, Chela earns high marks from diners who rave about the fresh and tasty flavors found throughout the menu. Guests consistently highlight the attentive service and pleasant environment, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes it a standout destination they are eager to recommend to friends.
Menu
Appetizers
- Tortilla Soup - $18: Chicken guajillo broth, pasilla chile, onion garlic, queso fresco, avocado, crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Soup - $14: Sweet corn, garlic, onions, evaporated milk, condensed milk, tamale croutons, roasted corn, cilantro oil, queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Tlacoyos - $18: Refried beans, Mexican chorizo, crema, queso fresco, slaw, salsa molcajete Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamales de Rajas - $16: Guajillo salsa, queso fresco, crema, nopales cactus salad, epazote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Gorditas - $16: Thick corn cakes stuffed with crispy wild mushrooms, chipotle cream, queso fresco, pickled red onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chilaquiles - $20: Chihuahua cheese stuffed chilaquiles, tomatillo jalapeño cream salsa, crema, queso fresco, onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Traditional Guacamole - $16: Avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, serrano pepper Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $17: Tamarind chile de arbol glaze, horseradish cumin aioli, housemade pickles, sesame seeds, scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $14: Crispy corn tortilla chips, melted chihuahua cheese, cream, jalapeno, black beans, queso fresco, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Quesadillas - $16: Handmade corn tortillas, slaw, Chihuahua cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Fundido - $16: Cheese fondue, salsa verde, rajas, housemade corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Agua Chile - $25: Lime, jalapenos, avocado, cucumber, onion, cilantro, housemade corn tostadas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $21: Cherry tomatoes, onions, cilantro, horseradish lemon aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Market Salad - $14: Baby arugula, pumpkin seeds, cherry tomatoes, onions, mango, jicama, fennel, radish, toasted corn, guajillo roasted garlic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Birria Tacos - $29: Slow braised short ribs, dried chilis, corn tortillas, beef consomme, cilantro, radish, pickled onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tacos - $24: Fried or grilled chipotle marinated branzino, mango pico de gallo, horseradish coleslaw, chile de arbol aioli, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $24: Fried or grilled chipotle marinated shrimp, mango pico de gallo, horseradish coleslaw, chile de arbol aioli, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Tacos - $22: Barbacoa style cooked brisket, salsa molcajete, onions, cilantro, handmade corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Tacos - $20: Chihuahua cheese crusted tortillas, roasted sweet potatoes, garlic, onions, salsa verde, onions, cilantro, handmade corn tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tacos - $20: Mexican jerk seasoning, onion, cilantro, salsa verde, housemade corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arabic Tacos - $20: Caramelized pork shoulder, sweet maple chipotle, onions, zaatar pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chef Angel's Famous Carnitas - $29: Slow confit pork carnitas, pickled onions, chile manzano, salsa verde, spicy pico, guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $18: Flour tortilla, Mexican rice, black beans, chorizo, eggs, Chihuahua cheese, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $18: Chorizo hash, casbael chile salsa, sunny side up eggs, black bean tostada, queso fresco, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $16.48: Fried tortillas, roasted tomato salsa, sunny side up eggs, avocado, cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $17: Orange custard battered, mixed berries, goats milk caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs - $34: NY Strip, chorizo hash, sunny side up eggs, roasted tomatillo salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Budin Azteca - $28: Baked layers of Chihuahua cheese, roasted sweet potato, rajas, tomatillo cream, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbacoa Mole de Guerrero - $36: Short rib barbacoa, mole rojo de Guerrero, rice and refried beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pescado al Pastor - $36: Al pastor marinated branzino, salsa verde, arugula mango salad, sweet plantains, grilled pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada - $41: 12oz NY strip steak, fried viajero cheese, grilled scallions, cucumber chimichurri, handmade corn tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchiladas - $29: Choice of Mole Poblano or Suiza sauce, Mexican jerk chicken or brisket, handmade corn tortillas, crema, onions, cilantro, avocado, rice and beans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chela Ribs - $37: Baby back ribs, agave chipotle glaze, spicy slaw, yucca croquettes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Enchiladas - $28: Corn, roasted onions, garlic sweet potato, rajas, handmade corn tortillas, guajillo tomato salsa, crema, queso fresco, nopales salad, avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chorizo Hash - $11: Peppers, onions, potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fried Plantains - $11: Queso fresco, salsa verde Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Esquites - $11: Roasted corn, queso fresco, epazote, citrus aioli, chili powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice and Refried Beans - $5: Assorted vegetables, black beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Croquettes - $9: Cheese, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chela Fries - $9: Chipotle aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rajas - $8: Charred Poblano pepper strips, sautéed with white onions Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mango Pico de Gallo - $8: Fresh mango, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, fresh lime Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Churros - $14: Fried to order, cajeta dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caramel Flan - $14: Custard, orange zest, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Choco Flan - $13: Hybrid of flan and chocolate cake, housemade vanilla caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Chela Clear Margarita - $15: Blanco Tequila, clarified citrus juice, Cointreau, salted air
- Traditional Margarita - $14: Frozen or Rocks. Chela's original housemade recipe
- Michelada Chida - $13: Mole, clamato, tamarind, homemade valentina, chocolate azteca bitters
- Mexican Coca-Cola - $5: Bottled cane sugar cola
- Agua Frescas - $5: Choice of Lemonade, Tamarind, Mango or Passionfruit
Restaurants near Chela
- Mezcal's — Mexican
- Chela — Mexican
- Claro — Mexican
- Calexico — Mexican
- Palo Santo — Mexican
- Palo Santo — Mexican
- Macario — Mexican
- Mercado Central — Mexican
- El Nuevo Sabor Latino — Mexican
- VSpot — Mexican
- Miatzil — Mexican
- Bogota — Mexican
