Maya - New York

Name: Maya - New York
Address: 1191 First Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10065
Telephone: (212) 585-1818
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2492)

$30 and under

Mexican

1191 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

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2 people

Jun 13, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Lively
Great for brunch

At Maya, Chef Richard Sandoval first iconic restaurant offers his internationally acclaimed blend of authentic Mexican ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. Handcrafted margaritas and a selection of over 100 tequilas pair beautifully with the flavorful dishes. Handmade Mexican artwork completes Maya’s dining experience.

“The food at Maya is unlike just about anything else being served in New York City” New York Times – Two Stars
“Maya practically defines casual elegance…Maya’s menu reads like a love letter to Mexico” Michelin Guide

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 585-1818
Website
http://www.eatmaya.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Richard Sandoval
Private party facilities
Maya offers an enclosed section decorated with Mexican traditional artifacts. This room is located in the rear of the restaurant in the quietest area. Seats 40/Cocktail Reception 40
Private party contact
NYC Events Team: (347) 671-5517
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
1191 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
Between 64th and 65th streets
Parking details
Parking available on 64th street, just around the corner.
Public transit
6 Train to 68th street-Hunter CollegeN, Q, R, 4, 5, 6 Trains at 59th & Lexington
Entertainment
Happy Hour Daily! 3-9pmTwo tacos for $4 all day, Monday-ThursdayBottomless BrunchEvery Saturday & Sunday
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

TUNA TIRADITO* **$21.00
chili crust - chipotle ponzu - avocado purée - radish - cilantro - crispy garlic - salsa macha
SEAFOOD CEVICHE*$21.00
shrimp - octopus - bay scallop - lime - red onion - cilantro - serrano - avocado - tortilla chips & charred tlayudas
LOBSTER CORN EMPANADAS***$19.00
ají amarillo - manchego cheese - guajillo sauce - chimichurri
QUESO FUNDIDO***$17.00
melted cheese - chili morita salsa - flour tortillas
CRISPY CALAMARI***$17.00
pickled chili - poblano tartar - charred lemon
OCTOPUS CHICHARRON$22.00
adobo - salsa verde - black bean purée - red onion - corn tortillas

ENSALADAS Y SOPA

grilled chicken +$8 | shrimp (Shellfish) +$9

MEXICAN CHOP SALAD$16.00
romaine - bacon - yellow corn - cherry tomato - black beans - queso fresco - hard-boiled egg - avocado - jicama - avocado ranch
CAESAR SALAD***$16.00
baby gem lettuce - cotija cheese - pepita bread crumbs - roasted cherry tomato
YELLOW CORN SOUP$15.00
huitlacoche vinaigrette

TACOS

3 tacos per order

LOBSTER***$28.00
rosarito style - chipotle salsa - avocado - black bean puree - red onion - flour tortillas
BAJA FISH***$22.00
beer battered - napa cabbage slaw - chipotle aioli - avocado - flour tortillas
CARNE ASADA*$22.00
grilled skirt steak - costra-style cheese - red onion - cilantro - avocado salsa
ADOBO GRILLED CHICKEN$21.00
green tomatillo salsa - radish - red onion - cilantro - corn tortillas
AL PASTOR$19.00
adobo-marinated pork - grilled pineapple - red onion - cilantro - salsa verde - corn tortillas
TACOS DE HONGOS$18.00
adobo mushroom - melted cheese - black bean purée - cilantro - pickled red onion - corn tortillas

ESPECIALIDADES

ZARANDEADO SALMON*$31.00
corn esquites - cherry tomato - chayote napa cabbage slaw
PESCADO FRITO* **$39.00
crispy whole fish - avocado tomatillo salsa - salsa macha - xni-pec salsa - scallion - corn tortillas
CAMARONES AL CHIPOTLE$38.00
tequila flambéed shrimp - black beans - corn huarache flatbread - bacon - mushroom - chipotle salsa
SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS$31.00
sweet corn - Manchego cheese - creamy guajillo sauce - citrus salad - cotija cheese
CHICKEN ENCHILADAS$26.00
tomatillo salsa - chihuahua cheese - crema fresca - pickled fresno
TAMPIQUEÑA*$39.00
grilled filet mignon - mole cheese enchilada - guacamole - potato au gratin
CARNITAS$31.00
braised pork - salsa verde cruda - black bean purée - xni-pec habanero salsa - pickled vegetables - corn tortillas
ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE POBLANO** ***$29.00
cilantro rice - sweet garlic plantain

MAYA SIGNATURE FAJITAS

flour tortillas*** - guacamole - crema fresca (Dairy) - morita salsa - add melted cheese (Dairy) +$4

SKIRT STEAK*$33.00
modelo negra - marinated beef
ADOBO CHICKEN$29.00
achiote - guajillo chili
MARINATED SHRIMP$32.00
al ajillo salsa

MÁS | SIDES

RICE & BEANS$8.00
cotija cheese
MEXICAN STREET CORN$9.00
cotija cheese - chili powder - aioli
SAUTÉED WILD MUSHROOMS$9.00
rajas - corn - queso fresco
CARAMELIZED PLANTAINS$9.00
chipotle butter

CÓCTELES ESPECIALES

SMOKED OLD FASHIONED$18.00
bourbon - mezcal - angostura - orange
PERFECT PALOMA$16.00
reposado tequila - grapefruit - lime - agave
SANGRIA MAYA$15.00
red wine - housemade spicy syrup - sprite - mint - cucumber - strawberry - orange
MERCADO$16.00
jalapeño-infused blanco tequila - citrus - passion fruit - hibiscus rosemary foam
BLACK GOLD MARGARITA$17.00
reposado tequila - ancho reyes - mango - citrus-activated charcoal - chamoy - tajín
COCONUT MEZCALITA$17.00
mezcal - aperol - coconut - citrus - orange
MEZCALITA AL PASTOR$17.00
chipotle-infused mezcal - pinapple - hibiscus strawberry jam - citrus - agave
PUNTA MITA MOJITO$16.00
spiced rum - coconut - pineapple - citrus - mint - lime
PIÑA COLADA$14.00
rum - coconut - pineapple

MARGARITAS

TRADITIONAL OR FROZEN$15.00
blanco tequila - lime - agave
MAYA$16.00
blanco tequila - tamarind - lime - agave
SPICY CUCUMBER$16.00
jalapeño-infused blanco tequila - cucumber - lime - agave - chili salt
MEZCALITA$17.00
mezcal - citron liqueur - lime - tajín
MARGARITA FLIGHT$33.00
choose 3 | traditional - spicy - maya - mango - strawberry - passion fruit

What 2,492 people are saying

Maya - New York reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Mexican
Manhattan
Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Maya in New York offers "delicious food" with "warm friendly service" and a lively atmosphere. It's a "great place for brunch," especially with "bottomless drinks" and "amazing guacamole." The "stylish decor" and "bold flavors" make it a must-visit spot. Servers like Fernanda and Andrew enhance the experience.

2,492 Reviews

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Sarah VIP
New York City78 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Maya is a tried and true Mexican spot on the upper east. I’ve consistently had good food and drinks there. Service is very attentive. It’s always reliable.
Maya - New YorkResponded 2 days ago
Fabulous review, Sarah! We're so excited to know that you’ve consistently enjoyed the food, drinks, and attentive service at Maya. Reliability and quality are at the heart of what we do, and our team is grateful that you noticed. Cheers to many more meals served here!
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Jonathan
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing from the guacamole to the steak. Service was also extraordinary.
Maya - New YorkResponded 2 days ago
Jonathan! Thank you so much for your 5 star recommendation! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything from the guacamole to the steak and had an extraordinary experience with our service. Providing exceptional food and hospitality is what we strive for at Maya, and your feedback truly means a lot. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another incredible visit!
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Adonis
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
went for the bottomless drinks and brunch....food was delicious as were the drinks. Warm friendly service for all staff. went to the bar after the 90 mins was done. great place.
Maya - New YorkResponded on June 4, 2025
Hello Adonis! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed the bottomless brunch, delicious drinks, and warm service from our team. It’s great to know you continued the good vibes at the bar after your meal. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Maya soon. ¡Salud!
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Lisa VIP
London37 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We hadn’t been to Maya since we moved away from the UES but when we were in the area recently we went back. The place has changed since we were last there but we still enjoyed our evening and would go back again.
Maya - New YorkResponded on June 4, 2025
Hi Lisa! Thank you so much for coming back to visit us at Maya. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your evening, even with the changes since your last visit. Your kind words mean a lot, and we look forward to hosting you again whenever you're in the neighborhood.
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Bill VIP
Virginia10 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great place to eat. Unfortunately there was not enough staff.
Maya - New YorkResponded on May 28, 2025
Thanks for the review, Bill! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Maya. We always aim to provide the best service and we're disappointed if we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly continue to be a great place to eat; we hope to see you again soon!
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Stephany
Fort Lauderdale1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fernanda was an amazing waitress, she was very warm and welcoming, also very friendly. We enjoyed our food and we can say it’s one of the best brunches we’ve ever been too.
Maya - New YorkResponded on May 23, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Stephany! We're so excited to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Maya. It's fantastic to know that our Fernanda made you feel warm and welcome, and that you absolutely loved our food and we're so glad you found the brunch to be one of your best ever!
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Mary VIP
New York City32 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As usual, Maya did not disappoint us. We usually dine there about once a month and we'll be back next month. We thoroughly enjoy the guacamole!
Maya - New YorkResponded on May 11, 2025
Hi MAry! Thank you so much for your kind words and for being such a loyal customer of Maya! We're thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoy dining with us, especially our guacamole—we love that it's a favorite of yours. Quality and consistency are at the heart of everything we do, and it means so much to us that we continue to wow you. We look forward to welcoming you back next month for another culinary adventure!
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Ximena VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Maya is one of those spots that manages to blend bold flavors, stylish decor, and warm hospitality into one unforgettable dining experience. I came here with high expectations—and they were exceeded. From the moment we sat down, Fernanda made our day. She was incredibly attentive without hovering, knew the menu inside out, and had the perfect balance of professionalism and charm. Her recommendations were spot on. The ambiance is cozy yet modern, and the drinks are top-tier—don’t leave without trying one of their mezcal cocktails. Whether you're a local or just visiting NYC, Maya is absolutely worth a stop. And if you're lucky enough to have Fernanda as your server, you're in for an even better time.
Maya - New YorkResponded on May 23, 2025
Wow Ximena, thank you for such a wonderful and fun review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything—from the bold flavors and stylish vibes to Fernanda’s top-notch service and mezcal cocktails. We’ll be sure to pass your shoutout along to Fernanda. It means so much to us that we left such a lasting impression. Hope to see you back soon for another round of mezcal cocktails and great times!
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Christa
New York City16 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
wow underrated neighborhood gem so glad we found it . ty andrew for the lovely service. be back soon
Maya - New YorkResponded on April 30, 2025
Wow Christa, we're over the moon to hear that you had such a fantastic time at Maya! We're so glad you loved our service and that Andrew made your time so special. We're thrilled to be your neighborhood gem and we can't wait to welcome you back soon. Thanks for the high ratings!
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Douglas
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleaser. The team is so gracious. We will always come back.
Maya - New YorkResponded on April 30, 2025
Thank you, Douglas! It's so rewarding to hear that Maya is your favorite spot and that you always have an amazing experience with us. It's great to know that our team's graciousness always brings you back again and again!
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FAQs

Maya - New York offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 585-1818.

Maya - New York is rated 4.7 stars by 2492 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

1191 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

Additional information

Cross street
Between 64th and 65th streets
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking available on 64th street, just around the corner.
Public transit
6 Train to 68th street-Hunter CollegeN, Q, R, 4, 5, 6 Trains at 59th & Lexington
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Richard Sandoval
Entertainment
Happy Hour Daily! 3-9pmTwo tacos for $4 all day, Monday-ThursdayBottomless BrunchEvery Saturday & Sunday
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.eatmaya.com/
Phone number
(212) 585-1818
Private party facilities
Maya offers an enclosed section decorated with Mexican traditional artifacts. This room is located in the rear of the restaurant in the quietest area. Seats 40/Cocktail Reception 40
Private party contact
NYC Events Team: (347) 671-5517

Maya - New York

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Lounge

Tequileria

Buy-Out

Semi-Private Room

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GUACAMOLES

TRADITIONAL GUACAMOLE$18.00

TUNA GUACAMOLE* ** ***$25.00

PORK BELLY CHICHARRÓN$22.00

PARA LA MESA

TUNA TIRADITO* **$21.00

SEAFOOD CEVICHE*$21.00

LOBSTER CORN EMPANADAS***$19.00

QUESO FUNDIDO***$17.00

CRISPY CALAMARI***$17.00

OCTOPUS CHICHARRON$22.00

ENSALADAS Y SOPA

MEXICAN CHOP SALAD$16.00

CAESAR SALAD***$16.00

YELLOW CORN SOUP$15.00

TACOS

LOBSTER***$28.00

BAJA FISH***$22.00

CARNE ASADA*$22.00

ADOBO GRILLED CHICKEN$21.00

AL PASTOR$19.00

TACOS DE HONGOS$18.00

ESPECIALIDADES

ZARANDEADO SALMON*$31.00

PESCADO FRITO* **$39.00

CAMARONES AL CHIPOTLE$38.00

SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS$31.00

CHICKEN ENCHILADAS$26.00

TAMPIQUEÑA*$39.00

CARNITAS$31.00

ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE POBLANO** ***$29.00

MAYA SIGNATURE FAJITAS

SKIRT STEAK*$33.00

ADOBO CHICKEN$29.00

MARINATED SHRIMP$32.00

MÁS | SIDES

RICE & BEANS$8.00

MEXICAN STREET CORN$9.00

SAUTÉED WILD MUSHROOMS$9.00

CARAMELIZED PLANTAINS$9.00

CÓCTELES ESPECIALES

SMOKED OLD FASHIONED$18.00

PERFECT PALOMA$16.00

SANGRIA MAYA$15.00

MERCADO$16.00

BLACK GOLD MARGARITA$17.00

COCONUT MEZCALITA$17.00

MEZCALITA AL PASTOR$17.00

PUNTA MITA MOJITO$16.00

PIÑA COLADA$14.00

MARGARITAS

TRADITIONAL OR FROZEN$15.00

MAYA$16.00

SPICY CUCUMBER$16.00

MEZCALITA$17.00

MARGARITA FLIGHT$33.00

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Additional information

TUNA GUACAMOLE* *$25.00

ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE POBLANO *$29.00