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Modern Mexican Cuisine - Maya - New York, New York, NY

Maya - New York

4.7 (2491)
$30 and under
Mexican
1191 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 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
  • 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
  • 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

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What 2,491 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maya in New York is a vibrant Mexican restaurant known for its "delicious food" and "carefully crafted drinks." Guests rave about the "excellent service" and lively atmosphere, particularly during brunch with "bottomless mimosas" and "fun, tasty" experiences. Despite being occasionally loud, it remains a beloved spot for Mexican cuisine lovers.

2,491 Reviews
  1. Christa

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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 1 day ago
    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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  2. Douglas

    New York City3 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 1 day ago
    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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  3. Abby VIP

    New York City53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The only way I can say is HAPPY / Excellent / delicious food and good service aloha
    Maya - New YorkResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Abby! We're excited to hear that you enjoyed your HAPPY experience at Maya. It's wonderful to know that our delicious Mexican dishes and excellent service wowed you! We love to provide an exceptional experience for all our guests and your kind words are a testament to that. We are counting down the days until your next visit!

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  4. Louise

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my sister's birthday and had a wonderful time. The food, service and drinks were so good!!
    Maya - New YorkResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Louise thank you so much for your 5 star review of Maya. We are so excited you celebrated your sister's birthday with us! We take pride in providing the perfect setting for such an awesome occasion. Our delicious Mexican dishes and creative cocktails are the perfect recipe to bring you back again and again!

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  5. Lei

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasantly surprised. I have only gone to the sister restaurant Tán for drinks and dinner. This was a much more laid back vibe and the food was great for weekend brunch. Superb service. Really nice staff.

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  6. Leah

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent happy hour menu. Delicious margaritas and great happy hour plates. Friendly staff and service.
    Maya - New YorkResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Leah! We appreciate the stellar feedback. Our happy hour and delicious margaritas are a highlight here at Maya and it is a pleasure to see that you had a fabulous experience with us. ¡Salud!

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  7. Christopher

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maya Restaurant definitely made my Saturday one to remember. Their bottomless mimosas menu is seriously impressive — not only do they offer a variety of mimosa flavors, but they also let you choose different types of booze for your drinks, which adds a fun twist. They even have a Bloody "Maria" (not Mary!) that was such a cool surprise. As for the food — they delivered exactly what their menu promised. The bottomless food options were delicious, and every bite was packed with bold, authentic Mexican flavors. Overall, such a fun and flavorful experience!
    Maya - New YorkResponded on April 9, 2025
    Thanks for the 5 star recommendation, Christopher! It's such a pleasure to hear that you had a fun and memorable Saturday at Maya. It's great to know that our bottomless mimosas and Bloody Maria made your experience so fabulous. We agree ~ our authentic dishes are packed with flavorful, fresh ingredients that are incredibly delicious and bring the essence of Mexico with every bite!

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  8. GAGAN VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best Mexican restaurants in the city in terms of ambience, great cocktails, great vibe , homey service and easy to share delicious wholesome Mexican fare .
    Maya - New YorkResponded on April 9, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Gagan! We're honored to hear that you consider us one of the best Mexican restaurants in the city. It's wonderful to know that you absolutely loved the ambiance, cocktails, and the overall vibe of our venue. We take pride in our homey service and our delicious Mexican fare, and we're glad you appreciated it. We are counting down the days until your next visit!

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  9. Travis

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were delicious and the vibe was fun. We all had a great time. Our server Fernanda took amazing care of us through the whole process and made sure we had everything we needed to make it a fun, tasty, and stress-free experience!
    Maya - New YorkResponded on April 4, 2025
    Thank you for your fantastic review, Travis! We are so excited to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed our delicious food and vibrant atmosphere. It’s wonderful to know that Fernanda made your visit stress-free and ensured you had everything you needed for a fun and enjoyable experience. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We are counting down the days until your next visit!

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  10. Manuela

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maya is always an amazing experience. From the friendly service and the delicious food and carefully crafted drinks, Maya is a 10 tradition for me, one that is not going to change any time soon. I am dreaming of the octopus chicharrón- what a treat!!!
    Maya - New YorkResponded on April 4, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Manuela! We're thrilled to hear that Maya is your tradition and that it continues to be an amazing experience for you. It's wonderful to know that our food, drinks, and service always go beyond your expectations. We're especially happy to hear about your dream of trying the octopus chicharrón! Come back again soon; your continued support is truly appreciated!

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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 2491 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Maya - New York

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
  • Phone number
  • 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
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