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Toloache-Midtown

4.6
4.6
7182 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
Welcome to Toloache (pronounced toh-lo-AH-tchay), chef-owner Julian Medina’s contemporary Mexican bistro located in the heart of the Theater District. Toloache is named after a flowering plant famed in Mexico for its use in love potions. We hope that when you dine with us you too will fall under the spell of chef Medina’s creative cooking, which incorporates seasonal and natural ingredients and more than a dozen types of chilies. Our festive, two-story space features a guacamole and ceviche bar, a wood-burning oven, and an exceptional tequila list, along with elegant decorative elements imported from Mexico. We looking forward to seeing you soon.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 45 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 581-1818

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Julian Medina

  • Neighborhood

    Theater District / Times Square

  • Cross street

    Between Broadway and 8th Avenue

  • Parking details

    There is a Quik Park public lot at 1633 Broadway, next door to the restaurant. To contact the lot with questions, please call 212-445-0011.

  • Public transit

    Take the C or E Trains to 50th St.; the 1 Train to 50th St.; and the N, R, or W Trains to 49th St.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 7,182 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. jenski

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, food, and service. Close to the theaters.
  2. Kegs

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a fantastic dinner at Toloache this past weekend. Food was best we've had in NYC. You can take your time or be on a schedule before catching a show nearby. Elevated Mexican cuisine and so delicious!
  3. AlissaC

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Fun social spot in the heart of the theater district. Upbeat and festive. Maybe loud for some but fun for others.
  4. Lovelove88

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    food is excellent, service excellent, very crowded, very, very loud and expensive but worth it for the food. drinks were great too.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Drinks seemed watery, as if sitting for a while before the server delivered them. Also the server failed to ask if salt rims were wanted—the norm for authenticity, so they arrived salt less. Food mixed, some good things, better than drinks overall.
  6. tasty

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Very disappointing meal. This was not our first timeat Toloache, but it may be our last visit. Cocktails arrived after the appetizers (which were the highlight of our meal; (guacamole was the hit of the day). Our entrees arrived while we were still enjoying the appetizers. Not only were we not ready for them, but there was no room on the table. We asked that our entrees be held and apparently that is what happened. When our platters were returned, everything was over cooked and dry. Restaurant needs to figure out how best to space courses.
  7. DonnaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Perfect portions. Great food. I had short rib quesadillas. Came with rice and beans. Chocolate crunch cake for dessert. Yummy
  8. Patty

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lived everything about except the noise level was really intense when we first arrived. After theater goers departed it was great!
  9. JohnK

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and ambiance. We'd highly recommend this place.
  10. PatM

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Really my only criticism is that everything comes really fast to the table. You can control it yourself if you know ahead of time and just don’t order until you’re actually ready to eat. The food I will say was absolutely delicious. Excellent guacamole and I had the fish tacos, which were outstanding. I would definitely go back.
  11. Nicole

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    This place is convenient to shows but overpriced for what it is.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food and service was good. It was loud and crowed, which was ok for me hever not for my dinner guest
  13. gnolynot

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food, reasonable portions, SUPERB service. Go after the theater seating for a calmer environment. The staff was amazing.
  14. Chris

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    amazing staff and food, thank you to everyone there
  15. RandiK

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    I read that this was a neighborhood gem and could not agree more. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the server was just great. Cannot wait to return.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful lunch on the patio. Our meal was delightful and our service top notch!
  17. DebraV

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere and easy to get to theatre district!
  18. NandG

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    One of our favorite places to eat when we visit New York City! The food and drinks are awesome .
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and services its was amazing! Very friendly staff the bartender Barto makes the best Mezcal Margaritas. We love this place.
  20. GwenE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great! We enjoyed the spicy guacamole with crudite, short rib tacos and carne asada tacos. I love that they offered crudite on the menu! All the food was fantastic. Every dish was a total flavor explosion. We can’t wait to go back!
  21. SteveM

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Outstanding food as usual. Server was extremely nice but may have been a little new. She was a little unsure of some things. I’m sure they had a desert menu but she told the couple next to us there was not. Both couples at each table next to us agreed. Manager checked on us a couple times as well. Fresh guacamole was amazing and the employee making it was cutting the avocados so fast! Margaritas were amazing but $32 bucks for the double lol.
  22. AimeeG

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was wonderful! We couldn’t have asked for a better first meal in NYC. And the location next to the Gershwin was perfect.
  23. DonM

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was very good. The only downside was that the tables were pretty crowded together and noise level was petty high.
  24. CambridgeZach

    New England

    143 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    143 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was excellent as always! Never a disappointment.
  25. JessieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wow. Mexican is my favorite cuisine, and I might say this was the best Mexican food I’ve ever had (and I’m from San Diego…). We had guac, chicken tacos, plantains, and a chicken quesadilla. All were amazing. Seats were very close together, but that might just be all restaurants in NYC. Fast service and reasonably priced. I would definitely go again next time we are in town.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a late lunch. Food was delicious! The server was very nice. We really enjoyed our visit!
  27. pattid

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great margaritas and food to match. Staff is always accommodating
  28. JanB

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Had an enjoyable meal here before theatre visit. I chose to come here after reading a few reviews recommending it for gluten free options. We enjoyed the tacos which were gluten free together with a bowl of chips (nachos). Food was served quickly and we really enjoyed it
  29. SForm

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Food delicious and staff so friendly. Quick service
  30. HeidiG

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We eat here every time we are in NYC and are never disappointed! Consistently great food and service every time.
  31. MarinaR

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my mom out to dinner for her birthday after a show! I’ve been here before and absolutely love it every time!! Their margs are always fantastic and their food is wonderful and always full of flavor..
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience4
    I wouldn’t bother going to Toloache again. It was fine but not great. Getting service was a chore. Not worth it.
  33. Tara

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Perfect spot for a meal before Wicked. The Toroache margarita was amazing!! Highly recommend.
  34. TonyS

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Went for brunch. It was fine. Appetizers were good but pricey, entree prices seemed a bargain on the menu, but probably right for what you get. I ordered the torta, which was not a good dish. Lechon tacos were decent. Caramel corn on flan was just odd. It was fine, but I'm not eager to go back.
  35. SUTL

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Packed out, loud and a bit overwhelming but worth it! Fresh, tasty, hot tacos and the best brisket sauce to accompany it alongside rice and beans was amazing. The cheese and chorizo fondue to start was SO incredible I could have just eaten that all night.
  36. Maripari

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Service was excellent ; food amazing same for years… excellent sign of a well manage place
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Mostly great. Very good margaritas. My only issue is that they charge you a lot for chips for a very small tray. Most Mexican restaurants have chops that are complementary but not here. The food was amazing.
  38. LarryC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Having lived in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York, this is simply the BEST Mexican food around -- freshly made guac as you like it, excellent tacos, etc -- our go-to place! Bravo!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were here for Cinco de Mayo. Lots of energy - big crowd. DJ playing great tunes. Service was excellent, even with how crowded it was. Margaritas were perfect. The food was incredible. Such a unique blend of flavors. Would fully recommend. We’ll come back next time we’re in the city. Five star service, atmosphere and food.
  40. Jrusa

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our meal. We had guacamole which was delicious, followed by chicken quesadillas and delicious chicken tacos. A lovely mojito each to finish off our meal!

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Toloache-Midtown is rated 4.6 stars by 7182 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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Google Map for Toloache-Midtown

251 West 50th Street, New York, NY 10019

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between Broadway and 8th Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Theater District / Times Square

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    There is a Quik Park public lot at 1633 Broadway, next door to the restaurant. To contact the lot with questions, please call 212-445-0011.

  • Public transit

    Take the C or E Trains to 50th St.; the 1 Train to 50th St.; and the N, R, or W Trains to 49th St.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Julian Medina

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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