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

Maya - New York

4.7
4.7
2460 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
  • 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

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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
  • 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
  • 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 College<br />N, 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

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve

    $99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join Maya, a Modern Mexican restaurant in the Upper East Side, for a special New Year’s Eve dinner & celebration! Indulge in the essence of Mexican culinary artistry with Maya's four-course prix fixe menu for 99.00 per person, offering a symphony of traditional and contemporary dishes. Enhance your experience with our beverage pairing offering with carefully crafted beverage pairing per course. Cheers to a night of festive joy and delicious memories. We look forward to ringing in 2025 with you. ¡Salud!
    New Year's Eve Photo

What 2,460 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Maya in New York offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the flavorful dishes and friendly atmosphere, making it a top choice for brunch. While some find it noisy, the lively ambiance and "great value" keep patrons coming back for memorable meals.

2,460 Reviews
  1. RosieE

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and drink & better service. DJ played great music at brunch
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 21, 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Rosie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our amazing food and drinks, and that our service went beyond your excpectations. It's always a joy to have you at Maya. We're especially glad you appreciated the DJ's music selection. We can't wait to serve you again soon!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The seafood special they had was fantastic, shrimp and scallops melted in your mouth, over a great coconut rice, really really good. Service was great and staff was friendly and helpful, great time there.
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 21, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us at Maya! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our seafood special and found it to be fantastic. It's great to know that our service and staff made your experience even better. We love to provide our guests with the best possible dining experience and your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  3. bill

    New York City

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    been there 150 times, starting on Opening Day -- never disappointed -- last night was quieter than the "bottomless brunch" mealtimes - happily so especially since we requested and obtained a table in the 'backroom' -- all the way back and to the right -- no diminution in service from Raul guacamole tradiicional still tasty and authentic >>> queso fundido wth chorizo - wonderful >>>Maya chop slad was fresh with good dressing on it >>> tacos with short rib and Shrimp Diabla were appreciated and rated 8+ of 10 >>>my very own short ribs dinner plate was excellent and i stole a tortilla to create my personalized version of soft taco con short ribs: 9+ dessert of CINNAMON ice cream lasted only seconds as we devoured it [although in the past we have had flan, coco flan, churros] standard and frozed margaritas [fresa] rounded out the experience
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 12, 2024
    Thank you for being such a loyal guest and for visiting us right from our Opening Day—150 times is an incredible milestone! We're thrilled to hear that Raul and the team continue to provide excellent service, making your experience in the 'backroom' just as enjoyable as always. It's wonderful to know that our guacamole tradicional, queso fundido with chorizo, and the fresh Maya chop salad met your expectations. We’re delighted that you enjoyed creating your own taco with the short ribs and that you rated our dishes so highly! And yes, the cinnamon ice cream is definitely a favorite, and we’re glad it left you wanting more. We appreciate your wonderful feedback on the desserts and margaritas too. We look forward to welcoming you back for your 152nd visit soon!

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  4. Shekita

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my birthday and as always I was not disappointed. All the way from Barbados and the girls love it! Alejandro you were awesome!! Thank you MAYA!!
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 12, 2024
    Hello Shekita, thank you for your stunning review! Unforgettable birthday experiences are our specialty ~ from our amazing flavors, generous presentations and spot on service; we know it's a one of a kind visit. It's such a pleasure to hear Alexandro made it so memorable. ¡Salud!

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  5. Jennifer

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I went for the bottomless brunch on a Sunday at 1pm. It was very loud with a live DJ but we liked the music so we were down with that. They were a bit slower at serving drinks and they weren’t that strong, but there were good at serving the food fast.
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 7, 2024
    Hi Jennifer! Thank you for joining us for our bottomless brunch and for taking the time to leave a review. We’re so pleased to hear that you and your husband enjoyed the music and the overall vibe with our live DJ! We appreciate your feedback regarding the cocktail service. We’re delighted you found the food service prompt, and hope you'll return to explore more of our menu!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was to die for! The special they were having was filet mignon enchiladas. It was the best dish I’ve ever tasted at a Mexican restaurant.
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 7, 2024
    Great review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit, especially the exquisite filet mignon enchiladas. We strive to provide the best food and service, so your words mean a lot! We're so delighted that you loved your dining experience at Maya. We look forward to hosting you again soon.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and menu . It was very affordable. Highly recommended
    Maya - New YorkResponded on November 7, 2024
    We are delighted that you had an outstanding experience at Maya! Our team looks forward to impressing you with our amazing food and excellent service in the future. Please visit us again soon so we can wow you once more!

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  8. NanR

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious and our server , Fernanda, was great
    Maya - New YorkResponded on October 16, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're thrilled that you enjoyed our unique menu! We're always happy when our guests have an amazing time with us. Our servers are always striving to give an exceptional experience so we are delighted to hear Fernanda made it so memorable!

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  9. Bryant

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very delicious and service was top tier. The place itself is very nice and spacious. The only thing to mention is that it can get very loud quickly. Overall, great experience and would highly recommend. Looking forward to our next visit.
    Maya - New YorkResponded on October 15, 2024
    Thanks for sharing, Bryant! We're so excited to hear you loved our delicious food and top-notch service. Our team works hard to create a welcoming vibe, so we're glad you found the space nice and spacious. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and will certainly take note. We are 100% looking forward to your next visit!

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  10. stephanie

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I LOVE LOVE LOVE me some Maya brunch. The food and service are impeccable! And they are super accommodating. This is a restaurant I highly recommend.
    Maya - New YorkResponded on October 16, 2024
    Hi Stephanie, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you love Maya and that our food and service went beyond expectations. We're especially happy that our team was able to accommodate your needs and make your visit even more enjoyable. Your high recommendation means a lot. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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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 2460 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 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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
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