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Toloache - Upper East Side

4.8 (1746)
$31 to $50
Mexican
166 East 82nd St.,, New York, NY 10028

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Toloache - Upper East Side

4.8
$31 to $50
Mexican
Upper East Side

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
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 12:00–20:45 Tue–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–21:30 Sat 15:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–20:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00
  • 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

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Toloache - Upper East Side.

4.8

4.8
(1746)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New York City

    Mexican

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toloache - Upper East Side is adored for its "scrumptious food" and "fantastic cocktails," featuring some of the "best tacos on the UES." The warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with "friendly and responsive staff," makes it a "go-to" spot. Enjoy "excellent" service and Mexican cuisine, especially after a Met visit.
1,746 Reviews
  1. Colleen

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toalache is our favorite restaurant on the Upper Eastside, hands down! The food is consistently good, the staff is always friendly and responsive! It is our go to!

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  2. Mary Gold

    New York City107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our usual delicious always dependable meal: guacamole and tacos plus the salmon with mole sauce and veggies which we hadn’t tried before. Such a welcoming atmosphere and such good food!!

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  3. brian Gold

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
     Always a delicious dinner. This time we sat in the bar. Great to see the Brewers win.

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  4. Teresa

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Mexican food and welcoming staff! Love the place

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  5. Jim Gold

    New York City172 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As good as always. I still say best guacamole in NYC. Food is solid, reliable and well prepared. Service is a real emphasis and it shows. I hadn't been in a while but I'll be back for sure.

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  6. holly

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite yummy great friendly service and lovely food and drinks - authentic.

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  7. vikram Gold

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Returned to Toloache after a few years away from nyc. Daniel and his team have not missed a beat. drinks, food and the warmth of service will have us back in no time.

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  8. Emilio

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente restaurante! El servicio y la comida son increíbles. Muy buena experiencia

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  9. Sheila Gold

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered a few things of the menu and all tried it Tapas style …. Everything single thing was outstanding

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  10. Steve Gold

    Tampa / Central Florida West186 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vanessa seated us and Rafael took care of us. He was outstanding. Food and drink suggestions were right on the mark. Had a great evening as a result of these people. Thank you

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon 12:00–20:45 Tue–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–21:30 Sat 15:00–21:30 Sun 12:00–20:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00
  • 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

FAQs

Yes, reviewers praise the dim, candlelit ambience and many call Toloache a good spot for a special meal or date night.

Toloache feels cozy and convivial, dim lighting and tea-light candles, a big bar with indoor rooms and a patio, though it can get lively and occasionally raucous when crowded.

Toloache - Upper East Side follows a Casual Dress guideline, comfortable, everyday clothing is entirely appropriate for your visit.

Yes, guests reference another Toloache location in Midtown, with many reviewers noting visits to the Midtown location as well as the Upper East Side restaurant.

Portions are dish-dependent, tacos are served two to an order (reviewers note the birria and fish tacos come as two and are nicely filled), and items like the avocado fries are described as plentiful.

Yes, Toloache offers outdoor seating: guests mention a patio/terrace for dining, and some parties enjoyed heated outdoor seating.

Yes, Toloache is welcoming to families: guests recount family meals and holiday dinners, and multiple reviewers call out staff (notably Daniel) as being great with kids.

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Toloache - Upper East Side

4.8
$31 to $50
Mexican
Upper East Side

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
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