Best Mexican Restaurants in Gramercy & Flatiron (10010)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Cosme
Fine-dining Mexican built around iconic signatures like duck carnitas.
Notable Picks
#1
Cosme
8.3
A contemporary Mexican dining room that plays in the fine-dining lane—bold sauces, refined technique, and a menu designed for sharing across small plates. It shines when you build a meal around signature proteins and tostadas, then finish with one of the dessert staples. Expect a scene-y room and pricing that pushes value down even when the cooking lands.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck carnitas, Uni tostada, Corn husk meringue
What makes it special: Fine-dining Mexican built around iconic signatures like duck carnitas.
#2
Summer Salt
8.2
A fast-casual taco-and-burrito shop that prioritizes clean, well-seasoned proteins and a reliable build-your-own rhythm. It’s strongest when you go crispy fish or shrimp, then round it out with one side and a simple sweet. Use it as a repeatable weekday Mexican fix, not a linger-long destination.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja crispy fish taco, Pollo asado burrito, Churros
What makes it special: Fast-casual Mexican that stays consistent on tacos and burritos.
Worthy Picks
#3
Casa Carmen
7.9
A polished, cocktail-forward Mexican room that leans into composed starters and shareable plates in a new-feeling space. The menu reads best when you treat it like a tasting of tostadas and regional small plates rather than a taco-only stop. Come for an upbeat dinner with drinks and a modern vibe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tostadas de cangrejo, Panuchos yucatecos, Ribeye tacos
What makes it special: A modern Mexican dining room where cocktails and tostadas lead.
7.8
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A high-throughput taqueria built for speed: tacos first, a couple of sides for texture, and you’re done. The best move is to keep it simple—pick one classic meat, one seafood option, and add esquites for balance. It works best for quick meals and casual group hangs rather than a destination dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja crispy fish taco, Al pastor tacos, Corn esquites
What makes it special: A fast, dependable taco stop with a broad crowd-pleasing menu.