Mexico Lindo

Name: Mexico Lindo
Address: 459 2nd Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10010
Telephone: (212) 679-3665
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

32 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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Mexico Lindo is one of the oldest Mexican restaurants in New York City. The family owned and operated establishment opened its doors in May of 1972. The dishes at Mexico Lindo are local, seasonal and inspired by the home-cooked meals one would eat growing up outside of Mexico City.

Try one of the restaurant’s signature house specials, which include mole poblano, shrimp enchiladas, grilled steak tacos. In the summer, Mexico Lindo celebrates the zucchini squash blossoms with a handmade corn masa quesadilla & bicolor corn esquites.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 15, 2022

8:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 679-3665

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Traditional Mexican
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 679-3665
Website
http://www.mexicolindonyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
459 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10010
Neighborhood
Kips Bay
Cross street
26th Street
Parking details
Street and paid public parking garages available.
Public transit
The 4 and the 6 subways.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Guacamole$13.95
hass avocado, onion, cilantro, lime & tomato; with homemade chips & chile de arbol salsa
Flautitas de Pollo$11.95
crispy chicken stuffed mini taquitos drizzled with avocado-tomatillo salsa verde & crema
Chorizo Salteado$11.95
sautéed dry cured pork sausage with extra virgin olive oil, white wine, red pepper & onion
Ceviche Tropical$12.95
citrus marinated market fish with mango, red pepper, red onion & cilantro; served w fried plantain
Queso Fundido$11.95
mexican style cheese fondue with chorizo or oyster mushroom; served with flour tortillas
Camarones al Ajillo$12.95
sautéed shrimp with olive oil, garlic, white wine, dried red pepper & paprika
Elote al Mercado$8.95
street style corn with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, chile piquin chile powder, cilantro

Ensaladas y Sopas

Aguacate y Tomate$13.95
avocado & tomato salad with cucumbers
La Pequena$8.95
mesclun, tomato, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette
Tortilla$10.95
chicken broth with tortilla strips, avocado, onion and cilantro
Frijoles Negro$10.95
black bean soup with red onion & plantain garnish

Platillos Vegetarianos

Anja's Chile Rellenos$17.95
roasted poblano peppers stuffed with sautéed oyster mushrooms, zucchini, potato, onion and oaxaca cheese; topped with a chile morita salsa, sour cream drizzle & queso fresco cheese
Byrd's Burritos Verdes$17.95
soft flour tortillas stuffed with black bean, yellow rice, zucchini, mushroom, onion & broccoli topped with our chile jalapeno-tomatillo salsa verde & a sour cream drizzle; served with a mesclun salad
Enchiladas de Calabaza y Coliflor$16.95
two enchiladas with zucchini & cauliflower & muenster cheese topped with chile morita salsa, queso fresco, crema & red onion
La Magda$16.95
pinto bean burrito + cheese enchilada + guacamole tostada; served with yellow rice & black beans

Especialidades de la Casa

Huachinango al Ajillo$27.95
our whole red snapper is seasoned, flour coated & fried; topped with a garlic mojito sauce
Tacos al Carbon$24.95
grilled steak tacos with jalapeño pico de gallo, limes, avocado-tomatillo salsa & guacamole
Enchiladas de Camaron$22.95
corn tortillas stuffed with sautéed gulf shrimp in a tomatillo-jalapeño salsa verde; served w white rice
Mole Poblano$22.95
puebla's most famous dish served with chicken on the bone. our recipe has over 20 ingredients! mexican chocolate, cinnamon, nuts, pasilla, ancho &mulato chili peppers; served w handmade corn masa tortillas
Tacos de Pescado$24.95
pan-seared flour coated fish tacos; jalapeño pico de gallo, avocado-tomatillo salsa & guacamole

Nuestras Fabulosas Fajitas

all our fajitas are cooked with sautéed veggies. accompanied by yellow rice, refried pinto beans, guacamole

Fajitas
broccoli, zucchini & mushrooms cooked on an iron skillet with onions, peppers, tomato, scallions served with yellow rice, refritos, guacamole and flour tortillas
- Steak$21.95
- Chicken$19.95
- Shrimp$21.95
- Mixed Fajita Steak, Chicken & Shrimp$25.95
- Vegetarian Fajita$15.95

Carnes

Carnitas$20.95
marinated fried pork butt; tomato pico de gallo, guac, chile de arbol & handmade corn masa tortilla
Carne Asada con Rajas$26.95
grilled sirloin shell steak served topped with roasted poblano chile peppers and onions
Chuletas a la Parilla$24.95
grilled marinated bone in pork chops with moro rice & sweet plantains
Ropa Vieja$21.95
shredded skirt steak stew in a tomato salsa with peppers & onions; sweet plantains, yellow rice & black beans
Enchiladas Rojas de Picadillo$18.95
three enchiladas stuffed with our ground beef; topped with a chile guajillo salsa, queso fresco, red onion

Pollos y Mariscos

Enchiladas Especiales de Mole$20.95
chicken enchiladas with our mole poblano, queso fresco & red onion
Enchiladas Suizas$18.95
chicken enchiladas with tomatillo-jalapeno salsa verde, queso fresco, sour cream & red onion
Pescadito al Sarten Veracruzano$23.95
pan-seared market fish with tomato salsa with peppers, onions, capers & green olives; served with white rice & sautéed haricot vert
Salmon al Horno$24.95
broiled salmon with garlic mojito, white rice & fried plantains
Camarones al Ajillo$21.95
sautéed shrimp in garlic, olive oil, white wine, dried red pepper & paprika; served with yellow rice and warm bread
Crepas de Camaron$24.95
homemade crepes stuffed with sautéed shrimp in a cream spiked chile guajillo salsa; sour cream drizzle

Al Lado

Frijoles Negros$6.00
black beans with dried mexican oregano
Verduras Salteadas$7.00
sautéed broccoli, zucchini or string beans
Platanos Maduros$7.00
sweet fried yellow plantains
Arroz de Abuelita$7.00
corn, carrot & zucchini speckled yellow rice
Tortillas Hechas a Mano$2.50
four handmade corn masa tortillas
Coliflor Rostizado$8.00
cauliflower with garlic and extra virgin olive oil
Pico de Gallo$6.00
tomato, onion & cilantro
Tostones$7.00
fried green plantains served with our garlic mojito
Mexican Crema (Sour Cream)$2.00

Weekday Specials

Weekly Specials May Vary

Cocktail Specials

Happy Hour Tuesday to Friday from 3pm to 7pm

Beers$4.00
Micheladas$5.00
House Margaritas$6.00
Frozen Fruit Margaritas$9.00
House Wines$6.00
Mojitos & Piña Coladas$8.00
Nachos & Quesadillas$8.00

Dinner Specials

$20/Person; Includes A Glass Of Frozen Lime Margarita, Red Sangria Or Beer

Tuesday - Chicken Tacos
two grilled chicken in soft flour tortillas; served with tomato pico de gallo
Wednesday - Camarones Verdes
sautéed prawns with a tomatillo-jalapeño salsa verde; served with yellow rice & mesclun salad
Thursday - Salmon al Sarten
pan seared sustainable salmon & a garlic mojito; served with sweet plantain

What 32 people are saying

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
4.9Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York / Tri-State Area
Mexican
Manhattan
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Edward
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is always excellent and prices are very reasonable. Service is always good too!
R
Robert009
New York Area
171 reviews
vip
4.0
171 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Very solid meal, good service and nice wait staff.
C
Cindy
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
The atmosphere could use a face lift. However, the food is delicious. Third time I've been here, and the food is really superb.
NY
NYCPELUSA
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
After not visiting for a many years was afraid the food wouldn’t be good as I remembered. Wrong! They haven’t lost their touch. My friends and I enjoyed our dishes and my margarita.
NY
NYDiner
New York Area
64 reviews
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great neighborhood Mexican place - this is the go-to spot for my friends and I due to the great drinks and food, and friendliness of the staff. Definitely recommend this place!
m
murryhill
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excelente!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Muy buena comida y ambiente
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delicious. Never disappointed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mexico Lindo is a go to restaurant for every day or for special occasions. The food is always delicious with the best plantains to be found anywhere! The staff is courteous , friendly and efficient. We are so happy they made it through the Pandemic! The restaurant is family owned and is celebrating their 50th year. Keep up the good work! We are lucky to have you as our ‘local’ restaurant.
RS
ReillyS
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our weekly go-to!
HS
HS13
New York Area
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh good food. Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great birthday dinner! Friendly staff and tasty food
MM
ManuelM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great staff compliments the delicious food and drinks.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous family owned Mexican Restaurant that has been around for almost 50 years . Had a great Valentines dinner , food was great and the staff was amazing . They accomodated some special requests . The queso fundito with the Chorizo is better than Mexico . If you have not had dinner here I would recommend that you go as soon as possible before the crowds come back to NYC and you will not be able to get a table
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mktk
New York Area
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Was outstanding because it was superbowl nite and everything was quiet.
MV
MargaretV
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best kept secret on Kips Bay! We love it here.
g
gtammaro
New York Area
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding as usual. Claudia always provides warm hospitality and delicious food.
LL
LisaL
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved everything except the music.
PW
PhilipW
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have to get the Mole Poblano tops in my book. Second favorite is Carnitas
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best gem in the neighborhood!
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usmcfoodie55
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding meal with very attentive service. This restaurant has been in the same location for almost 50 years with the same owners. A true NYC gem.
RE
RestaurantEd
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Authentic Mexican Restaurant in NYC! Service, Food and ambiance are the best!
NB
NeilB
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always good and FUN! Lovely service. We sat outside because I had to bring the dog, but the inside is great.
SK
StarKnitter
New York Area
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
At 4:30 the restaurant was not crowded. We sat in the enclosed area outside - disturbed only if an a vehicle went by. The food was very good and we look to returning!
r
ruthie
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
Good food. Nice service
NN
NativeNewYorket
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic.
RS
RobbieS
Atlantic City
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2020
overall3food4service3ambience2
Restaurant was very noisy and full of students. Almost too loud for conversation. Made a reservation but shown to an undesirable table even tho seating area was empty in that area. Finally seated properly. Hope they aren’t slipping.
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Doro
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
I really reserve outstanding for fine dining but Mexico Lindo is great eating. Food is delicious and plentiful and overall has a terrific vibe. Our waitress was outstanding- cheerful, helpful and attentive.
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LindseyEatsOut
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome restaurant! Cozy, great food, killer margaritas plus fully stocked bar.
JJ
JosieJ
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love this place. We would recommend this place to anyone. The food is amazing, the staff and owners are very friendly. If you're ever in the area, please go visit this place since you will have an amazing time.
PT
PatT
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good food & drinks at a reasonable price. The service is always courteous & efficient.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Mexico Lindo does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Mexico Lindo also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 679-3665.

Mexico Lindo is rated 4.7 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 15, 2022

8:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 679-3665

Other options

459 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10010

Additional information

Cross street
26th Street
Neighborhood
Kips Bay
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Mexican, Contemporary Latin, Traditional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street and paid public parking garages available.
Public transit
The 4 and the 6 subways.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mexicolindonyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 679-3665

Mexico Lindo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Aperitivos

Guacamole$13.95

Flautitas de Pollo$11.95

Chorizo Salteado$11.95

Ceviche Tropical$12.95

Queso Fundido$11.95

Camarones al Ajillo$12.95

Elote al Mercado$8.95

Ensaladas y Sopas

Aguacate y Tomate$13.95

La Pequena$8.95

Tortilla$10.95

Frijoles Negro$10.95

Platillos Vegetarianos

Anja's Chile Rellenos$17.95

Byrd's Burritos Verdes$17.95

Enchiladas de Calabaza y Coliflor$16.95

La Magda$16.95

Especialidades de la Casa

Huachinango al Ajillo$27.95

Tacos al Carbon$24.95

Enchiladas de Camaron$22.95

Mole Poblano$22.95

Tacos de Pescado$24.95

Nuestras Fabulosas Fajitas

Fajitas

Carnes

Carnitas$20.95

Carne Asada con Rajas$26.95

Chuletas a la Parilla$24.95

Ropa Vieja$21.95

Enchiladas Rojas de Picadillo$18.95

Pollos y Mariscos

Enchiladas Especiales de Mole$20.95

Enchiladas Suizas$18.95

Pescadito al Sarten Veracruzano$23.95

Salmon al Horno$24.95

Camarones al Ajillo$21.95

Crepas de Camaron$24.95

Al Lado

Frijoles Negros$6.00

Verduras Salteadas$7.00

Platanos Maduros$7.00

Arroz de Abuelita$7.00

Tortillas Hechas a Mano$2.50

Coliflor Rostizado$8.00

Pico de Gallo$6.00

Tostones$7.00

Mexican Crema (Sour Cream)$2.00

Weekday Specials

Cocktail Specials

Beers$4.00

Micheladas$5.00

House Margaritas$6.00

Frozen Fruit Margaritas$9.00

House Wines$6.00

Mojitos & Piña Coladas$8.00

Nachos & Quesadillas$8.00

Dinner Specials

Tuesday - Chicken Tacos

Wednesday - Camarones Verdes

Thursday - Salmon al Sarten

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