For incredible, authentic Mexican cuisine, head to Maz Mezcal, a neighborhood favorite on the Upper East Side. To be more precise, it was my neighborhood favorite back in the days when I was an Upper East Sider. Their perfectly balanced margaritas, fresh guacamole, and mouth-watering enchiladas de camarones in green tomatillo sauce with melted cheese and rice and beans was enough to keep me coming back almost weekly, usually for a Sunday evening dinner. A family affair, the Silvas from Mazatlan, Mexico have been in the New York City restaurant business since 1948. The casual, yet elegant dining room is decorated in a colorful motif with Mexican tiles and mural art, and a seat on the sidewalk when the weather’s nice is always ideal. The restaurant is usually packed. If you’re in the ‘hood, stop in for a tasty Mexican meal you won’t soon forget.
316 86th Street, New York, NY 212-472-1599
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