Toloache 82 is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

1. Toloache 82

8.8
166 E 82nd St (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Upper East Side · 91 tips and reviews

CBCB: Things to get besides the guacamole, which is great- truffle quesadilla, braised brisket tacos and spicy shrimp tacos. Tequila selection is great

Peter K.Peter Koepke: Great seafood tacos and skirt steak, might be the best Mexican food I have had in NY.

Paige C.Paige C: The ambiance, service and food were all outstanding. We had a lovely waiter who was fun and engaging. Don't miss the mango & pomegranate guacamole mixed with any combination of homemade tacos. YUM!

La Esquina is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

2. La Esquina

7.9
1402 2nd Ave (73rd St), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · Upper East Side · 21 tips and reviews

ZenFoodsterZenFoodster: TODAY's the opening day of La Esquina in the UES! Excited a decent Mexican taqueria came to our hood & can't wait to try the tacos, tortas & Aguas Frescas!

Marc S.Marc Schneeberger: Great tacos, quesadillas and cheap beers and in summer is very convenient to go to the Jay pool in 78 and york! Quick bite and back to swimming. Their fancy version in Soho is much better!!!

Wejdan ✨Wejdan ✨: Start with elote callejero “ a must tbh” and finish with taco de hongo! yummmmmm 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Dos Toros Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

3. Dos Toros Taqueria

7.9
1111 Lexington Ave (btwn 77th & 78th St), New York, NY
Burrito Restaurant · Upper East Side · 97 tips and reviews

Keith C.Keith Chambers: Carne Asada Taco w/guacamole -- amazing!!

Mike C.Mike Conti: Carnitas tacos are amazing!!

Tash C.Tash Concepcion: I'm not a soft taco person but the chicken and beef tacos here are excellent and made of very fresh ingredients. Skip the salsa though; it is very bland.

Maya is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

4. Maya

8.2
1191 1st Ave (btwn E 64th St & E 65th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Upper East Side · 148 tips and reviews

Lauren G.Lauren Gilchrist: Tinga tacos, spicy crab guac, squash blossom quesadilla - yum

Aileen C.Aileen Chu: Great place for weekend boozy brunch. $35 for unlimited delicious tapas (tacos, tortas, enchiladas, flatbreads, ceviche, french toasts, plantains, etc.) and bottomless cocktails for 2 hours.

Christin G.Christin Gabriel: Bacon guacamole! Also, excellent tapas & tacos. The margaritas are top notch.

El Rey Del Sabor is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

5. El Rey Del Sabor

7.5
166 E 60th St. (at 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Upper East Side · 13 tips and reviews

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.

Megan D.Megan Do: Get the tacos or a quesadilla! Go easy on the hot sauce--that stuff is straight up fire.

Nik N.Nik Nadolski: Some of the best mexican... In Midtown. Get the Al Pastor tacos or the churaces.

Calexico is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

6. Calexico

8.3
1491 2nd Ave (78th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Upper East Side · 30 tips and reviews

Amy M.Amy Mixa: Very good jalapeño margarita (I asked them to add habanero bitters). I also really liked the Baja Fish Taco!

Paige C.Paige C: Service was just ok - the waiter messed up our order a few times, but the food was delicious! Hard to compare Cascabel which is only a block away. But definitely get the tacos and a few drinks.

Emily C.Emily Campo: Carne Asada and fish tacos

Heidi's House By The Side Of The Road is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

7. Heidi's House By The Side Of The Road

9.1
308 E 78th St, New York, NY
Comfort Food Restaurant · Upper East Side · 83 tips and reviews

Victoria W.Victoria Wenzel: The shrimp tacos are my favorite-also try the guacamole!

Michelle K.Michelle Kramer: Heidi is super sweet! Make sure to call ahead and put your name on the list or you'll wait for over an hour. The shrimp tacos and Mac 'n Cheese are both amazing!

NadiaNadia: Mac and cheese was a huge portion and too rich for my taste but their shrimp tacos and pasta of the day was delicious. Cozy and friendly atmosphere.

Sojourn is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

8. Sojourn

8.1
244 E 79th St (2nd and 79th), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Upper East Side · 79 tips and reviews

John T.John Tong: Sirloin beef tacos are great!

Suzana U.Suzana Ueno: Great gnocchi , tacos and salad

Leah K.Leah Kovach: Order the fish tacos and duck confit spring rolls NOW!

Mole Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

9. Mole Restaurant

7.1
1735 2nd Ave (at 89th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Yorkville · 74 tips and reviews

Steven B.Steven Baltizar: Grilled shrimp tacos are the best! Fish tacos are a popular favorite too! If you haven't been to this place at another location, it's definitely a favorite to start enjoying!

Kenny G.Kenny Gonzalez: Great tacos. Try the amazing tequila Riazul and also pacifico draft.

Jim R.Jim Ryan: Best guacamole in town. It isn't made table side as advertised, but who cares? It's amazing. And so are the chips and everything else. The tacos are fantastic, as is the homemade green enchilada sauce

Maz Mezcal is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

10. Maz Mezcal

8.3
316 E 86th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave.), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Yorkville · 59 tips and reviews

Corinne P.Corinne Pulitzer: Best Frozen Margaritas the Manhattan side of the Rio Grande! Also try fajittas and fish tacos!

Corinne P.Corinne Pulitzer: Fajittas, fish tacos and shrimps in red or green sauce are off the charts!

Jill M.Jill McBain: Food and service were excellent! Fish tacos totally exceeded my expectations. I had the classic marg... It was ok, nothing special. Would definitely go back to try another dish.

Tacombi is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

11. Tacombi

7.6
202 E 70th St, New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · Upper East Side · 5 tips and reviews

CarrieCarrie: Their best taco is the fried fish taco. I also like the corn esquites.

Christina L.Christina Louise: Delicious and fast taco place. They have high chairs too!

Lin d.Lin da: Hidden gem on Upper East where it's surrounded by $$$$. Fish tacos were a favorite all-around.

Kappo Masa is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

12. Kappo Masa

8.6
976 Madison Ave (76th Street), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Upper East Side · 16 tips and reviews

Lillian C.Lillian Cheung: The creamy Half uni shell (I would share this dish) beef sukiyaki, and Peking duck foie gras tacos were standouts

Jane D.Jane Doe: Miso butter salmon, Peking duck foie gras tacos, beef juju, seared salmon w/ crispy flakes

Marc A.Marc Aafjes: One of the best Japanese restaurants outside of Japan. Ask for any special sushi/sashimi options of the menu -- they may have something very nice. Also the Ohmi beef is amazing (but $) nocheap :))

Sabor a Mexico is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

13. Sabor a Mexico

7.6
1744 1st Ave (90th & 91st), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Yorkville · 22 tips and reviews

Ryan S.Ryan Sullivan: Delivery was quick, food hot, and delicious! Al pastor taco was very good! Will definitely be going back!

Jessie C.Jessie Catana: Really enjoyed the hard tacos!

Marissa S.Marissa Swanson: The taco salad was amazing. Rating this place because the 7.something is so much lower than it deserves. Awesome food and great lunch specials (sangria for 3$ yes please)!love it!!!

Burger One is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

14. Burger One

7.3
1150 Lexington Ave (btwn 79th & 80th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Upper East Side · 21 tips and reviews

Jamilah C.Jamilah Clark: A little hole in the wall with amazing burgers and amazing chicken tacos!!!!

Claire J S.Claire J Song: two tacos served with french fries ($6.50); you can also get a burrito with french fries either inside the flour tortilla or outside.

Jerrod W.Jerrod Wagner: Great tacos

Treadwell Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Tacos in the Upper East Side, New York.

15. Treadwell Park

8.4
1125 1st Ave (E 62nd Street), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Upper East Side · 47 tips and reviews

KK: Outdoor seating, which we opted for--pulled pork tacos needed sauce of some kind but other than that, great, quick service & an extensive beer list.

Lisa F.Lisa F: TVs playing sports, ping pong tables, a popcorn popping machine, and solid casual food: hamburger, zucchini fries, sausage sampler and tacos all good.

Dan U.Dan Ucko: Great beer selection, big place that's good for groups. The pretzel is insanely big -- and fresh!