Best Happy Hour Tacos Restaurants in Midtown Manhattan (10019)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Tacuba Cantina Mexicana (Hell's Kitchen)
Chef Julian Medina’s modern cantina with standout taco execution.
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Chef Julian Medina’s Hell’s Kitchen cantina turns out Mexico City–leaning tacos with polished technique and big-bar energy. Happy hour is a strong play here: tequila-forward cocktails and bar bites pair especially well with their smoky, salsa-driven taco lineup.
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.
8.3
A long-running, family-owned Hell’s Kitchen standby known for unfussy, crowd-pleasing tacos and one of the neighborhood’s most dependable margarita happy hours. The kitchen keeps things classic—think sizzling meats, bright salsas, and fast-moving platters made for sharing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada, Chicken Enchiladas, House Margarita
What makes it special: Decades-deep Hell’s Kitchen cantina anchored by classic cooking.
#3
Vida Verde
8.2
A multi-level tequila bar where happy hour tacos come with a splashy Midtown party vibe. The taco menu skews modern and mezcal-friendly, making this a strong pick for drink-led taco sessions before a night out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria Street Tacos, Braised Beef Tongue Tacos, Frozen Classic Margarita
What makes it special: Tequila-centric happy hour with legit, saucy tacos.
A lively tequilería with reliable, traditional tacos and a late-running bar scene. Happy hour shines through strong margarita deals and a kitchen that stays consistent on staples like carnitas and pollo.
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.
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7.8
A newer Hell’s Kitchen party spot with all-day happy hour pricing and straightforward street-style tacos. Expect a loud, DJ-leaning room where value and energy are the main draw.
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.
#6
'ritas
7.7
A small, low-key Mexican nook that quietly runs taco-and-margarita happy hour specials. It’s more about quick comfort and solid salsas than scene-making, serving as a useful neighborhood fallback when bigger spots are packed.
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.