Empellón is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

1. Empellón

8.5
510 Madison Ave (at 53rd St.), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Midtown East · 39 tips and reviews

Kelsey L.Kelsey L: Get the 7 salsas, ranging from mild to spicy!

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Empellon's high end offering is not for those on a budget. Sea bream was great. Downtowners will recognize familiar guac, salsa spread and some of the taco offerings

EaterEater: Dishes to try include falafel tacos with hummus, Hokkaido sea urchin on toast, pastrami tacos with mustard seed salsa, and tempura fish with lime mayo. There’s guacamole and the seven salsas, too. Read more.

Jams is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

2. Jams

8.4
1414 Avenue of the Americas (at W 57th St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 50 tips and reviews

Jonathan P.Jonathan Payne: Steak and eggs were good. Could’ve used something tangy with it like a salsa, good coffees, pastries, smoothies. Nice atmosphere close to Central Park.

Paula B.Paula Buzzo: Chicken with salsa verde is the best chicken that I ate in NYC!! Ask for the fried fingerling potatoes as a side.Friendly staff and good ambience.

Fiona Q.Fiona Q: Lobster gnocchi and butterscotch flan were divine! Also best french fries ever!

Tacos Grand Central is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

3. Tacos Grand Central

7.1
153 E 43rd St (btwn Lexington Ave & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 6 tips and reviews

jenny r.jenny rock: Finally, authentic tacos! Carnitas tacos with Onions and Cilantro only. So good. And their green salsa on top is super delicious.

ZenFoodsterZenFoodster: Guac too runny for my taste, chips are out of a bag, & quesadillas are ok. But the Carnitas taco (w/ the Salsa verde) is this hole-in-the-wall's shining star! Not cheap for a to-go only kiosk.

Ryan A.Ryan Aanerud: Tacos are great and the salsa is on point.

Toasties East is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

4. Toasties East

8.2
6 E 48th St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave.), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Midtown East · 25 tips and reviews

Aisling C.Aisling Chambers: Healthy wrap with salsa is amazing every time

Vicky D.Vicky Davis: The hot dishes & daily specials are remarkable and the sandwich line is always the length of the place, but worth the wait. Not cheap, the portions are huge.

Victoria G.Victoria G: Finally get the hype for sandwiches. Best hot sandwiches I have ever had. Get the Sgt Sweet Pepper on a hero. It's off the menu.

Dos Toros Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

5. Dos Toros Taqueria

8.4
465 Lexington Ave (45th), New York, NY
Burrito Restaurant · Midtown East · 30 tips and reviews

Tom M.Tom Maxwell: If you're on the move get a quesadilla! Stuffed with meat, veggies, salsas -- very good & very portable!

Nick H.Nick H: Great burrito place - beats everything else in the area by miles. You can buy their sauces too.

Kristen B.Kristen Baxter: Carnitas burrito or tacos w/ all the fixin's is your best bet. Bowls tend to be bland despite having the same ingredients.For midtown, this is your best bet for anything close to Mexican/Cali-Mex food

El Rey Del Sabor is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

6. El Rey Del Sabor

7.8
148 E 49th St. (at Park Ave.), New York, NY
Food Truck · Midtown East · 6 tips and reviews

Brendan H.Brendan Hasenstab: Don't miss the simple, delicious chicken tacos! Covered in fresh cilantro, just-cut onions and spicy green salsa.. two-for-$5 -- one of the best lunch deals in Midtown. Highly recommended!

Kevin T.Kevin Thompson: El Rey serves up some of the best Mexican food for lunch in the city. Can't go wrong with 3 tacos (al pastor &spicy pork personal favs). Otherwise the torta sandwich is delish and similarly satisfying

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the lengua taco at this popular cart, the soft tongue is simmered for four hours and tucked into two warm griddled corn tortillas. It's one of NYC's 26 best tacos! Read more.

Bryant Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

7. Bryant Park

9.5
W 42nd St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Park · Midtown · 1229 tips and reviews

Vincent B.Vincent Better: Do NOT get the chips and salsa! Not a single piece of veggie in the sauce. Calamari is a far better look.

Rewan P.Rewan Parti: All season entertainment with free wifi. From ice rink in winters to movie nights, salsa classes and yoga classes in summer. Grab a drink or a cup of coffee, this place always brings a smile!

Myra W.Myra Wang: Best meeting spot, easy to get to, many activities going on, popular store/attractions nearby, nice grass.

Pampano is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

8. Pampano

7.5
209 E 49th St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 86 tips and reviews

Michelle S.Michelle S: Fish tacos. Don't take forever to get your damn salsa.

Mike M.Mike McGranahan: Hottest habanero salsa on the planet. Also the crunchiest chips. Unless you have a soundproof helmet, eating them in the office is gonna turn some (less-fortunate) heads.

Cheapeats I.Cheapeats Inc: Tacos & a fresh salsa bar for $3. Delicioso

Deux Amis is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

9. Deux Amis

8.2
356 E 51st St, New York, NY
French Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 25 tips and reviews

Felicia Y.Felicia Yesari: Bucki's burger is a must. The merguez with frites is a great bite. Don' forget the onion tarte!!!!!

Carl M.Carl Muehleisen: Anything on the bar menu. The couscous are great!

Magdalena S.Magdalena Snow: So far really awesome place, super friendly staff, delicious snails and great wine, mini baguettes so feshly incredible you can't just eat one

Chick-fil-A is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

10. Chick-fil-A

8.6
1180 Avenue of the Americas (at W 46th St), New York, NY
Fast Food Restaurant · Midtown East · 33 tips and reviews

DorouliniDoroulini: I tried two times the spicy chicken and it was really good! Helpful staff.

Haya A.Haya Al Dossary: Lines move fast, orders are fast, chicken is cooked nicely, although the fries were slightly salty

Shaquoia L.Shaquoia Lanier: The Grilled chicken sandwich is sooooo good

Gourmet 53 is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

11. Gourmet 53

8.1
875 3rd Ave, New York, NY
Deli · Turtle Bay · 13 tips and reviews

Paul G.Paul Gauger: Good food at a great price. generous servings and all fresh.

Joe O.Joe Ortiz: Very good lunch specials for under $10, no complains about this joint!

Sandy S.Sandy So: Grab a numbered ticket for a chance to win a free meal!

The Shops at The Plaza is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

12. The Shops at The Plaza

7.7
1 W 58th St (5th Ave), New York, NY
Shopping Mall · Midtown East · 5 tips and reviews

Emeltri G. A.Emeltri G. Alegre: Be sure to visit Gramercy Park Flower Shop ;). And also great place to hang tasty foods and frozen yogurt

Felicia V.Felicia Valentine: One of the cutest flower boy I did ever see ♥ and very charming too ;)

Sheshelaghost L.Sheshelaghost LaGhost: One of a kind pieces! A-List fav! Womens clothes & Accessories.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

13. Chipotle Mexican Grill

8.2
320 Park Ave Frnt 5A (East 50th between Park & Madison), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Midtown East · 27 tips and reviews

Alejandro V.Alejandro Vite: I'm Mexican and the flavors and tastes made me feel at home. Get the Carnitas Bowl, it is authentic Mexican flavor!

Ryan S.Ryan Sorensen: The line can get crazy long over lunch time but it always moves quickly.

✰ David M.✰ David Mathison ✰: Avoid the line, order through the app

Toasties E. 51st is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

14. Toasties E. 51st

8.4
23 E 51st St (at Madison Ave), New York, NY
Sandwich Spot · Midtown East · 46 tips and reviews

Jesus F.Jesus Figueroa: The breakfast platter is SO good and super inexpensive. Great bang for your buck. And there are a few locations in the city to choose from...

allisonallison: A little bit of this and a little bit of that.

A.D. R.A.D. Revels: Breakfast is fantastic. The platter is a steal.

The Smith is one of The 15 Best Places for Salsa in Midtown East, New York.

15. The Smith

8.7
956 2nd Ave (at E 51st St), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 362 tips and reviews

Linda N.Linda Nguyen: Ranchero with salsa and sliced avocados mmmm

Kristina G.Kristina Gorur: The brick pressed chicken and the burger were to die for! The burrata is also top notch

Jasmine B.Jasmine Benun: Unisex bathroom, enter at your own risk.