Best Late Night Mexican Restaurants in Midtown East (10017)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Los Tacos No. 1
Ultra-focused taco menu with proven, high-volume consistency.
Notable Picks
8.8
A Grand Central-area counter that stays laser-focused on a tight menu executed with speed and repeatable precision—fresh tortillas, properly seasoned meats, and a salsa bar that lets you tune heat and acidity to taste. It’s best when you order simply and eat immediately: two tacos plus one quesadilla/mula is the move for peak texture.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada Taco, Carne Asada Taco, Adobada Quesadilla (or Mula)
What makes it special: Ultra-focused taco menu with proven, high-volume consistency.
#2
Sinigual
8.2
A Midtown East sit-down Mexican room built for after-work groups and polished dinners, with a menu that leans into bold sauces, sizzling proteins, and crowd-friendly shareables. It’s strongest when you start with a tableside opener, then commit to one signature taco or steak-driven plate rather than over-ordering the middle.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tableside Guacamole, Taco Vampiros, Carne Asada y Chimichurri
What makes it special: Tableside-forward Mexican classics with a big-menu, group-friendly format.
#3
tán
8.0
A seafood-leaning, Tulum-inspired Mexican dining room where the draw is the modern coastal direction—bright acids, richer add-ons, and a cocktail-driven pace that reads as a night-out spot. It lands best when you treat it like a curated progression: one standout taco, one bold share plate, then a clean finish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Tacos, Quesabirria, Bone Marrow (with adobo octopus)
What makes it special: Coastal Mexican, nightlife-leaning menu built around premium tacos and share plates.