Maya - New York

4.8 (2504)

$30 and under

Mexican

1191 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

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2 people

Jul 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Lively

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

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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 2,504 people are saying

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

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

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Loved For

New York City
Mexican
Manhattan
Mexican

Review summary

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Maya in New York offers "delicious food" and "friendly service," maintaining its status as a "tried and true Mexican spot." Guests rave about the "amazing" guacamole and "attentive waitstaff," with standout servers like Fernanda and Andrew enhancing the dining experience. Perfect for "casual lunch, brunch, or date night."

2,504 Reviews

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susan VIP
New York City154 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a neighborhood gem! Consistently good food and outstanding service. We will be back!
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Mary VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious food at times, a highly recommended option, I loved it.....!!!!
Maya - New YorkResponded 5 days ago
Hello Mary, we're over the moon to hear that you had such a great experience at Maya! It's fantastic to know that our excellent service and delicious food wowed you. We love to provide our guests with an exceptional dining experience and your positive feedback is a testament to our efforts. We appreciate your 5 stars and look forward to seeing you back again soon!
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Amy VIP
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a delicious meal. Love their guacamole with tuna and queso. My favorite is the fajitas. I just learned that you can mix protein types!
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Abby VIP
New York City57 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
no other explanation, just go and have fun cause the food is good the people are nice service is excellent, thank you
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stephanie
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Love the food and drinks. But the had issues with the AC on the hotties day in NYC
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diane
Baltimore / Maryland8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was exceptional: fresh, tasty and good portions (not too large but large enough to share). The service was the best. Very knowledgeable waitstaff (Carlos) offered great recommendations and was very attentive but not overbearing. I will make sure to recommend this restaurant to my friends.
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David
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend! Very good experience all around.
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Cam VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down some of the best Mexican food in NYC. Authentic and yummy. The seafood enchiladas are delicious. The drinks are wonderful, and the guacamole is to die for. This is a great place for a casual lunch, brunch or date night. All around wonderful place to dine.
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Jill VIP
New York City32 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the steak fajitas were fantastic the octopus appetizer was also incredible
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Katherine VIP
Jackson Hole / Wyoming11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive service and really wonderful Mexican cuisine.. I HIGHLY recommend!
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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 4.8 stars by 2504 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 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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Tequileria

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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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TUNA GUACAMOLE* *$25.00

ROASTED CHICKEN MOLE POBLANO *$29.00