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

Maya - New York

4.7
4.7
2301 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 63 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • 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

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • 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

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What 2,301 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Mexican

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  1. DisappointedJGFan

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Maya’s bottomless brunch is perfect if you’re looking for mediocre Mexican food in large quantities at an exorbitant price. The service was slow, the noise level maxed out. For $50/person, you’d think they wouldn’t have to charge an $18 surcharge for the guac?
  2. Caro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, amazing food, attentive server!! Andrew was great. Would recommend and will go again.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 4 days agoHello Caro, thank you for choosing to dine with us at Maya, and for taking the time to write such a glowing review. Our amazing Mexican flavors, great ambience and Andrew's exceptional service is the perfect recipe to bring you back for another memorable visit!

  3. Trev

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bottomless Brunch was beyond delicious. Whole menu was awesome. 20/10 one of my new favorite places. Highly highly recommended.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoThank you, Trev for such a fabulous review! We are so excited to hear Maya is one of your favorite spots and that you enjoyed your time with us. We truly appreciate your 5 star recommendation.

  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for the bottomless brunch. It was great! Everything kept on coming while making sure the table was not cluttered. Ambiance was great and clean! Definitely would recommend and will go again.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 4 days agoThank you for your review! We love hearing back on how we're doing. Our chefs put their heart and soul into each dish and love to create innovative dishes for a perfect brunch. We are so happy we impressed you to come back for another visit soon.

  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, amazing service! Such a great ambiance for a good brunch!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoOur beautiful ambience, fantastic service and the bold, flavorful and authentic presentations and dishes make a perfect setting for another extraordinary brunch with us. We welcome you back soon.

  6. DJSFoodie18

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    This UES gem has stood the test of time for good reason! Service and food was excellent. Even better was the Passion Fruit Margarita!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoOh Yes! We have something for everyone at Maya. Whether you're looking for excellent, authentic dishes exceptional service or our tasty Passion Fruit Margaritas we take care of all your needs from start to finish! Can't wait to welcome you back.

  7. Erika

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Love Maya and come here often. The food is amazing. Bartenders are so nice and on top of it, especially Eduardo. The table service can be slow and will take a bit of time to even put drink orders in and if you ask for something extra, like a straw, you'll never get it. No big deal and that's why I still come here, just something to consider when it comes to hospitality!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoHello Erika, thank you! We want you to know how much we appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! We're grateful for your patronage and we hope our team can exceed all of your expectations next time, so come by soon - it would be a pleasure to serve you again.

  8. Kris

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very friendly staff. We had a lovely time and the new food items were delicious. Thank you 😊

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoHello Kris, thank you for such a fabulous review! We are so excited to see that you enjoyed your delicious new food options and exceptional service from our friendly staff. It makes us so happy to know our team created a perfect setting for an extraordinary time just for you!

  9. Howard

    Jackson Hole

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good food. Good atmosphere. Great neighborhood restaurant!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoWe are elated you had such an amazing experience with us! Your 5 star review is the highest compliment and serves as a testament to our team's commitment to customer satisfaction - it truly makes all of us at Maya proud! Can't wait to have you back again soon.

  10. CharlotteH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The bottomless brunch at Maya is definitely the best valued brunch in the city. The food is an incredibly quality and there are many drink options. Our lovely server was attentive and kind!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoHello Charlotte, thank you for your great review! Unforgettable experiences are our specialty ~ from our amazing brunch presentations, delicious drink creations and spot on service: we know it's a one of a kind visit and we can't wait to serve you again.

  11. JoshH

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am absolutely coming back here for brunch. The food and drinks were so good and you absolutely get your money's worth in 90 minutes.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoHello Josh, we’re proud to provide our standard of excellence for you! Everything we do is with you in mind. Maya is dedicated to creating the ultimate when it comes to brunch! Thank you for taking time out of your day to share your thoughts with us!

  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went with my boyfriend for Saturday brunch. We sat outside and it was comfortable and enjoyable. The food and drinks were delicious. Loved that they offered an option for just bottomless food since I don’t drink. The charred pumpkin salsa, corn on the cob and tuna ceviche were the highlights of the meal.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoThank you for your 5 star recommendation. It means a lot! It's always our pleasure to provide the perfect setting for an amazing, inventive brunch menu that showcase the best of Mexican cuisine. We can't wait to impress you again!

  13. DillonB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The hostess got us seated earlier than our reservation and put us in a nice table! Great food and service!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoWe greatly appreciate your 5 star review! It's wonderful to know that your recent visit with us exceeded expectations and left a lasting impression. We love to provide an excellent, enjoyable experience that will leave you wanting to return again and again!

  14. thaiflip92

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Came here for Cinco de Mayo and ordered from the 25th anniversary. Food to me was great. Can't wait to go back to try more items from the menu.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoYour 5 star recommendation is truly appreciated! We are so happy that you had a great Cinco de Mayo experience at Maya! Our team can't wait to impress you all over again on your next visit with us!

  15. BeckyL

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience4
    The food and drinks were amazing but the service was so bad we ended up leaving before we had planned. Will order out for takeout but I will not dine in again.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoWe understand that mistakes can occur, but we also want to ensure our guests have a wonderful dining experience no matter the circumstances. We truly apologize that you left earlier than planned. We do our best to make sure that you are well taken care of and we'll take this opportunity to revisit with our servers in order to ensure we provide the service and attention you deserve.

  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Maya did not expect a crowd for Cinco de Maya lunch, so unfortunately there was only 1 server for the entire dining room. The server was still good and the food delicious.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoThank you for your feedback. Our team couldn't be happier with your 5 star review! We work to provide the absolute best customer service and experience possible at Maya. We're so glad you enjoyed your time with us on Cinco de Mayo.

  17. BarbaraE

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always has good food. Our waitress was very helpful. The noise level is high when the restaurant is busy, just like most NYC restaurants.

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoHi Barbara, You're right Maya is a hot spot so expect to hear people enjoying a good time! We hope to win see you back for another visit soon!

  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious as always! The service by Carlos was excellent: attentive and friendly. Overall terrific dinner.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food, drinks, & service. Would definitely go back again!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoThank you for taking the time to share with us. We are absolutely thrilled to have received your 5 star review! Our chefs put so much care and effort into preparing your delicious food and we are so glad it showed on your recent visit!

  20. Ashley

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was everything and more! Great food, drinks, and service!

    Maya - New YorkResponded 3 days agoYou made our day...Thank you for your 5 star review! We're so glad to see that Maya is a favorite of yours. We take pride in providing you with an experience that you'll remember - from the food, to the service, and so much more. Visit us again soon!

  21. Maldesign

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent, one of the best Mexican restaurants in NYC. The service was also excellent. Our server was friendly, attentive and was on point. This enhanced our dining emmensely.
  22. KristiJ

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The tacos are small but very fresh. Good vibes. Great drink specials for happy hour. I definitely recommend checking Maya out.,
  23. Stephanie

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I love this place for brunch! From the bottomless food to the bottomless drinks everything is always a delight. It would be nice if they played some music. But overall, great service, great food, and great company!
  24. JacquelineF

    Houston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Big space with a lot of tables available. Margaritas were delicious and priced about the same as a NYC cocktail. Food was delicious and tasted very fresh. Portions were good size for the price as well! The service was good when the server was at the table (provided recommendations and quickly brought over items as we asked for them), but we did find that the server didn't check on us as much as we would have liked (took us a few tries to flag him down). But overall a good experience with great food and ambiance!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great spot for a birthday celebration! The food was delicious and the service was top-notch!
  26. Olive

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love how this was truly all you can eat & drink, and there were no hold ups. Appetizers were immediately brought to us, and the food kept coming out without delay. My friend and I loved every bite. We will be back many times after this.

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 30, 2023Hello Olive, we love, love. love your 5 star review and our team is delighted to hear that you had a memorable visit at Maya! A lot of passion and expertise goes into preparing our bottomless brunch to be just perfect. We're already counting down the days until we get to see you again!

  27. Randi

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food in this neighborhood gem is outstanding!

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 20, 2023Hello Randi, Yes indeed! We are your neighborhood gem and we are so happy you found us! Your 5 star review is such a great compliment - it truly makes all of us at Maya proud. We simply couldn't do it without your support!

  28. MaggieG

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place!!! Will definitely be going back! amazing!

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 20, 2023Hello Maggie! what a sensational recommendation. We are so pleased that you had a stellar time at Maya! We love hearing how much you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to see you again soon so we can surprise and delight you once more!

  29. DCFoody

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    The ambiance is fun and energetic—tables near us ranged from dates to several friends out for the evening. The margaritas and main courses were flavorful. But the portions of the sides were smaller than many Mexican places. Also, I would not get the guacamole again. This is the second time asking for spicy but it has been bland and closer to mild than spicy.

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 21, 2023We're so happy you recommended our flavorful margaritas and main dishes, and our course our fun and lively ambience! We're surprised, our guacamole is a favorite, we'll be sure to revisit the spice levels with our team. We find that our side plate style adds a perfect balance and portions are packed with flavorful fresh ingredients that are both delicious and filling! Thank you for sharing with us.

  30. rose

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We had the kindest and most attentive server, Fernanda, which made the evening extra special. All are very impressed by the staff and their friendliness at Maya -keep up the good work! The food is always delicious and the margaritas are some of the best!

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 18, 2023Hello Rose, we are delighted that you had an outstanding experience at Maya and that Fernando made it so special! Our team looks forward to impressing you with our amazing services again in the future. Here's to more delicious dishes and the best margaritas!

  31. Jeremy616

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, and our waiter Andrew was very polite and helpful.

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 18, 2023Hello Jeremy, Thank you for such a wonderful recommendation, we are so thrilled to hear that you loved your great food and that your server Andrew provided an extraordinary night!

  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an amazing experience! Thanks to my God brother Shay for recommending this spot to Celebrate 🎉 our Anniversary! We enjoyed every moment of it!

    Maya - New YorkResponded on March 18, 2023It warms our hearts to know that you enjoyed celebrating your anniversary with us at Maya. We take great pride in creating the most unique and intimate experience designed especially to celebrate you. We can't wait to have you back for another unforgettable visit!

  33. Erich

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    we expected a bit more after all the hype... Chicken Mole was dry unfortunately, the House Margarita could have been better... teh flight of Mexican Whiskey's did not contain a whiskey other than the dark one, the others destinctively tasted like Tequillas... we really wanted to like the place but
  34. GepA

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was really good. The servers were very friendly and the spicy, mango margaritas I had were delicious. Lively and fun atmosphere.

    Maya - New YorkResponded on February 28, 2023We are absolutely thrilled that you had such a wonderful time at Maya! Your 5-star review has us feeling ecstatic and we can't wait to see you back here soon. Thank YOU for making our venue shine - your recommendation is greatly appreciated!

  35. HungryEvita

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Lovely service. Tasty food. Not enough vegetarian options. Alcohol was a separate charge from the all you eat brunch. Would have been nice to know it upfront.

    Maya - New YorkResponded on February 28, 2023Hello HungryEvita, we're so happy to hear our service was lovely and your food tasty! Our bottomless brunch is published on our website and we do our best to let our guests know that we do offer both unlimited cocktails and brunch or unlimited food only. We apologize for the miscommunication and hope you give us a chance to serve you again.

  36. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The weekend brunch is exceptional! We did the all you can eat and bottomless mimosas, and in 11 years in this city, I have to say that this was the best brunch I’ve had. Raul provided exceptional service. Every dish that came out was gorgeous and tasted delicious. Our glass never went dry. It was such a positive, awesome experience that we tipped over 40%. We had to. We sat in the bar, which is a quieter than the dining room—every seat was filled. Lively brunch crowd; clearly everyone was having a great time. I’ve been here for dinner several times—Maya is consistently a solid choice!

    Maya - New YorkResponded on February 28, 2023It's such a joy for us to hear that you had an amazing time with us at Maya! We love to make sure you have the perfect experience every time you dine with us. Your 5 star review really means a lot to us and we can't wait to see you back again soon!

  37. burger531

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Granted that I have not been to Maya for several years, but I was disappointed in the very abbreviated menu - probably a hold over from the Covid-19 Pandemic. The food was very tasty but my skirt steak was overly chewy. The atmosphere was lovely, but the music was just percussive and no melody, but fortunately not too loud. I'll go back when they restore a more comprehensive menu.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and food ! Definitely recommend
  39. Abby

    New York Area

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We live the place my husband live their mile chicken
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Maya is the best!! Delicious food and amazing drinks. The staff is friendly and customer centric… a must visit for foodies!

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

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Maya - New York using the Order Online button. Maya - New York also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 585-1818.

Maya - New York is rated 4.7 stars by 2301 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 63 times today
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

  • 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

  • Owned/operated by

    Latinx or Hispanic

  • 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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