Best Happy Hour Mexican Restaurants in Midtown Manhattan (10019)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Arriba Arriba
Decades-deep Hell’s Kitchen cantina anchored by classic cooking.
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8.3
A long-running, family-owned cantina with a straightforward take on comfort-leaning Mexican fare and strong margarita culture. Expect reliable staples, generous portions, and a classic Midtown West vibe that rewards repeat visits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada, Chicken Enchiladas, House Margarita
What makes it special: Decades-deep Hell’s Kitchen cantina anchored by classic cooking.
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Chef-driven cantina mixing traditional Mexican foundations with playful, ingredient-forward twists in a vibrant, art-filled room. The menu swings from deeply savory tacos to shareable plates, making it a dependable choice for both casual hangs and celebratory dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos de Suadero, Pulpo y Chorizo Tacos, Quesadilla de Costilla
What makes it special: Chef Julian Medina’s modern cantina with standout taco execution.
A tequila-first cantina with a long daily happy hour and a crowd that comes as much for oversized margaritas as for the classic, saucy plates. The menu leans traditional—mole, burritos, enchiladas—served in a comfy, slightly rowdy space. Reliable choice when you want agave variety and a late-running bar scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Enchiladas Suizas, House Mole dishes, Grande Margarita
What makes it special: One of HK’s most generous daily happy hours paired with a deep tequila list.
8.1
A newer, high-energy taqueria upstairs on Ninth Ave with an all-day happy hour and DJ-fueled nightlife feel. The food stays focused on tacos and shareables, while the bar pushes easy, crowd-pleasing margaritas. Come when you want party momentum more than a quiet sit-down.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor tacos, Empanadas, Frozen Margarita
What makes it special: All-day happy hour plus DJ nights in a tucked-away 4th-floor space.
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7.9
A sleek, cocktails-first Mexican spot built for pre-theater happy hours, with inventive frozen drinks and tight, modern tacos. The vibe is polished and compact, leaning more mezcal-bar than classic cantina. Great pick when you want elevated drinks and a buzzy corner scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Nachos, Brussel Sprout Taco, Mezcal-forward Frozen Margarita
What makes it special: Pre-theater happy hour with standout frozen cocktails and modern tacos.