Best Girls Night Out Approved Mexican Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Amor Loco NYC
Broadway-adjacent Mexican with a cocktail-forward, festive feel.
Notable Picks
8.2
Amor Loco brings a polished, Theater District-friendly take on Mexican comfort food with strong margarita energy. The menu blends classics with a little NYC flair—nachos, enchiladas, shrimp tacos—served in a colorful, upbeat room. It’s an easy pick for groups who want festive without committing to a full rooftop party.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos de camarones, Enchiladas suizas, Sopa de tortilla
What makes it special: Broadway-adjacent Mexican with a cocktail-forward, festive feel.
#2
Lolita
8
A modern Mexican cocktail bar‑restaurant mixing tacos and agave‑forward drinks in a mood‑forward setting that fits Midtown nightlife. Good for pre‑show drinks or a casual dinner with friends, with vegetarian and pescatarian options. The ambiance leans more lounge‑bar than casual taqueria, but food remains solid and reasonably priced. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish taco, Vegetarian enchilada, House guacamole
What makes it special: Tacos and cocktails in a stylish Midtown lounge.
Worthy Picks
7.6
Mexicue’s Midtown outpost turns its barbecue-meets-Mexican concept into a lively Broadway bar for tacos, bowls, and strong margaritas. It’s less about purist regional Mexican and more about fun, shareable plates and happy hour energy a short walk from Bryant Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burnt ends chili queso, Nashville hot chicken tacos, Brisket or carnitas bowls
What makes it special: Smoked meats, tacos, and cocktails blend barbecue and Mexican flavors in a buzzy Midtown bar.