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Rosa Mexicano - Union Square, New York, NY

Rosa Mexicano - Union Square

4.2
4.2
5341 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 75 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Located adjacent to Manhattan’s bustling Union Square, Rosa Mexicano’s third New York location was designed with iconic bold colors and rich architectural details. Featuring both our largest bar and a private room for special events, Rosa Mexicano in Union Square lends itself to any occasion. Known for tableside guacamole service and creative margaritas, Rosa Mexicano offers a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine, serving both beloved classics and sophisticated dishes in a fun atmosphere. Our beverage program boasts over 100 varieties of tequila and agave-based spirits, and our signature Latin hospitality is delivered with warmth and professionalism. A destination born of a unique vision, at Rosa Mexicano you will experience upscale dining that honors Mexican heritage, culinary techniques, and the global explorations and inspirations of our founder, Josefina Howard, who was a world traveler, entrepreneur, interior designer, chef, and innovator.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 533-3350
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Raul Celiz
  • Catering
    We offer a full range of off-premise catering options for groups of all sizes: buffet stations, prix fixe menus, family-style menus, or passed hors d’oeuvres. To discuss a catering order, please contact Michelle Rosenberg at mrosenberg@rosamexicano.com and 516-474-8308.
  • Private party facilities
    Rosa Mexicano's dramatic spaces are designed for all types of events like large social dinner parties, business cocktail receptions, as well as smaller gatherings. To start planning your next event, please contact Michelle Rosenberg at mrosenberg@rosamexicano.com or 516-474-8308.
  • Neighbourhood
    Union Square
  • Cross Street
    Between 5th and Broadway
  • Parking details
    The closest lot is on 17th between 5th and Broadway
  • Public transit
    Union Square Subway (L,N,Q,R,W,4,5,6)
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rosa Mexicano - Union Square offers a vibrant atmosphere with standout tableside guacamole and "great margaritas." Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and lively ambiance, perfect for gatherings. While some mention slow service and noise levels, the "amazing food and drinks" make it a go-to spot for many.

5,342 Reviews
  1. Patricia

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    guac was overpriced and tasteless, food was just ok, definitely has decreased in quality over the years, service was uncoordinated between servers - overpriced for Mexican food. Not the same Rosa that it used to be

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  2. Sameer

    New York City

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly the service was the worst. Waited over 30 minutes to just get water, the manager was the only good part of the service. First time I went here it was great food, bad service; this time bad service and not the greatest food.
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Sameer, Thank you for sharing your experience at Rosa Mexicano. We're truly sorry to hear about the delays in service and that the food did not meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your feedback regarding the manager's assistance, and we will certainly look into these matters to enhance our guest experience. Your insights are valuable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best regards, Shawn Mulholland General Manager The Rosa Mexicano Team

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  3. Walter

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, good food, loved the esquite (corn). Service was ok, taking in consideration that the place was packed.
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Walter, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, especially the esquite, during your visit to Rosa Mexicano. We appreciate your understanding regarding the service, especially during busy times. Your comments will be shared with our team as we continuously work to enhance our service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable experience! Best regards, Shawn Mulholland General Manager The Rosa Mexicano Team

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  4. Kathy

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and drinks but crowded and loud! Christmas celebrations with large crowds!
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 3 days ago
    iHola! Thank you for the 5 star review. We strive to deliver the best experience for you every time. We hope to see you again in the future!

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  5. Mary Beth

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lights were beautiful, the front desk welcoming, and it was very crowded. Great service, delicious food and the manager greeted us before and after we ate.
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 5 days ago
    iHola! Thank you for appreciating the experience we provided. At Rosa Mexicano, we are constantly innovating our menu items and improving our service. Hope to see you very soon!

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  6. Andy

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Bad food, bad service. Not recommended! Will not come back.
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Andy, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent visit to Rosa Mexicano. We're sorry to hear that both the food and service did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will certainly look into these issues to enhance our guest experiences. We appreciate your insights and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best regards, Shawn Mulholland General manager The Rosa Mexicano Team

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Nisim

    Miami

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Rosa is an institution, however I feel that the service can be better. The drinks took long well past the appetizers. Perhaps the guest to server ratio is not proper. Some of the drinks did not taste same on the reorder..
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Nisim, Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your kind words about Rosa Mexicano being an institution. We're sorry to hear that the service didn't meet your expectations, particularly with the timing of the drinks and the consistency in taste. Your comments regarding the guest to server ratio will be shared with our team as we continually strive to improve. We value your input and hope to provide you with a better experience during your next visit. Best regards, Shawn Mulholland General Manager The Rosa Mexicano Team

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Michele

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely long wait at bar to get a drink. One bartender doe the whole bar. We were sat 30 mins after our reservation. Server took our order brought drinks and we never saw him again, not to get another drink or for him to check to see if everything was ok with food would not go back
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Michele, Thank you for sharing your experience at Rosa Mexicano. We sincerely apologize for the long wait at the bar and the service issues you encountered. Your feedback is crucial to us, and we will certainly look into these matters to improve our service. We appreciate your insights and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Best regards, Shawn Mulholland GM The Rosa Mexicano Team

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Nathaniel

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Had a reservation but they were so far behind that we waited 30 minutes in line before we even talked to a hostess. They also didn’t have water for us the first 30 minutes after we finally got seated
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded on December 8, 2024
    Dear Nathaniel, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent visit to Rosa Mexicano. We're sorry to hear about the long wait and the delay in receiving water after being seated. Your experience is important to us, and we will certainly look into these issues to improve our service. We appreciate your insights and hope to provide you with a better experience in the future. Best regards, Shawn Mulholland GM The Rosa Mexicano Team

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Paola

    New York City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Rosa Mexicano is always a good idea, good food and drinks, nice atmosphere with family and friends
    Rosa Mexicano - Union SquareResponded 6 days ago
    iHola! Thank you for leaving us a review! We are extremely happy you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon!

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Rosa Mexicano - Union Square is rated 4.2 stars by 5341 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 75 times today
Google Map for Rosa Mexicano - Union Square

9 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 5th and Broadway
  • Neighbourhood
    Union Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest lot is on 17th between 5th and Broadway
  • Public transit
    Union Square Subway (L,N,Q,R,W,4,5,6)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Raul Celiz
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 533-3350
  • Catering
    We offer a full range of off-premise catering options for groups of all sizes: buffet stations, prix fixe menus, family-style menus, or passed hors d’oeuvres. To discuss a catering order, please contact Michelle Rosenberg at mrosenberg@rosamexicano.com and 516-474-8308.
  • Private party facilities
    Rosa Mexicano's dramatic spaces are designed for all types of events like large social dinner parties, business cocktail receptions, as well as smaller gatherings. To start planning your next event, please contact Michelle Rosenberg at mrosenberg@rosamexicano.com or 516-474-8308.
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