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Toloache - Upper East Side, New York, NY

Toloache - Upper East Side

4.7 (1675)
$31 to $50
Mexican
166 East 82nd St.,, New York, NY 10028

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Toloache (pronounced toh-lo-AH-tchay), chef-owner Julian Medina's contemporary Mexican bistro located in the Upper East Side. 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. Along with the authentic Mexican menu and an exceptional tequila list, we offer elegant decorative elements imported from Mexico. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Julian Medina
  • Catering
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact events manager at events@ybandco.com
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    Lexington and 3rd Ave
  • Parking details
    4 5 6 subway, 86th street stop
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 1,675 people are saying

Toloache - Upper East Side reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toloache - Upper East Side offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food," "fantastic margaritas," and "warm, attentive service." Known for its "excellent Mexican cuisine," the restaurant provides a lively atmosphere perfect for special occasions or casual outings. However, be prepared for higher prices and smaller portions. A true neighborhood gem!
1,675 Reviews
  1. Randall VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food, excellent menu, lovely backyard, but very expensive.

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  2. Blaine VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. One of our favorites in the neighborhood.

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  3. Susan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will definitely go back. Great customer service and delicious food!

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  4. Edward

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great vibe, great energy... Delicious!

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  5. Mark VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! Great tacos, margaritas and guacamole!

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  6. Steve VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West141 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Greeted and seated at the requested location at the bar. Both bartenders were awesome. Vanessa the hostess was terrific and she has done a magnificent job training Daniel. Food was very good, hot food was hot and cold cold.

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  7. Maya

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    portions are small, wait staff took long to take orders or check on us, price is high for the value, food was all good though and vibes were good

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  8. Danny

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The chips are excellent. Service, other than the amazing host Daniel, not so much so.

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  9. Bradley VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There’s no better spot on the Upper East Side! Perfect for lunch or dinner after enjoying the Metropolitan Museum or the Guggenheim. Daniel, Vanessa, and Juliana at the door are most welcoming. Rafa and Marcial behind the bar make the best margaritas in New York City (the secret? Cointreau and fresh lime). The service is top notch, especially if you’re in Claritza, César, or Rosa’s sections! And the food — from the excellent (new) strip steak to the Mexican-influenced salmon sushi — takes Mexican cuisine to a new level. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  10. Bradley VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this spot for great Mexican food and drinks on the Upper East Side.

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FAQs

Toloache - Upper East Side does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Toloache - Upper East Side also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 861-4505.

Toloache - Upper East Side is rated 4.7 stars by 1675 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 24 times today
Google Map for Toloache - Upper East Side

166 East 82nd St.,, New York, NY 10028

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lexington and 3rd Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 12:00 pm–8:45 pm Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    4 5 6 subway, 86th street stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Julian Medina
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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