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Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Our flagship location opened its doors on First Avenue in 1984. From the moment you arrive, old world charm permeates your dining experience through authentic Mexican colors and rustic folk art. Traditional amate gods greet you at the front entrance and brightly colored papel picado hangs from the ceiling. Corn tortillas are made on site and an exposition grill further seduces your senses. With its warm ambiance and outstanding cuisine, this Rosa Mexicano location has remained a perennial New York favorite for over 25 years.
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208 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 208 reviews
5 stars
(67)
4 stars
(95)
3 stars
(37)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(76)
- fit for foodies(75)
- good for groups(59)
- special occasion(45)
- hot spot(33)
- romantic(30)
Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue Reviews List
Review 1 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Meh, Overpriced Mexican food
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Don't get me wrong the food at Rosa Mexicano is good. However you can get just as good if not even better food for a helluva lot less at other Mexican restaurants all over the city. To add insult to injury you would think at those prices the portions would be huge, absolutely not. I felt cheated, so does not warrant a repeat visit in my book. I rather hit Jackson Heights or Spanish Harlem and check out some REAL Mexican cuisine."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 2 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is amazing!!!! Best authentic mexican food around"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything we wanted plus some!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time booking with open table! Easy and the food was great just as we hoped it would be! Flavor filled food that was prepared timely and with excellent service. Complementary dessert because we had mentioned on our Open Table on line reservation that it was our anniversary! A very nice touch! Will definitely be back."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
it is our local go to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"most folks are from out of town, living in Sutton Place, it is one of our regular local spots. Always great, always more than satisfied"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was good, but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good, but the appetizer servings were much smaller than expected. The service was fine - we weren't rushed at all, but also seemed to have to ask to order a drink or order the next course."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2005
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Review 6 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
always an enjoyable evening.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always an enjoyable evening. Good food & attentive service."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's not easy to find a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's not easy to find a great restaurant in NYC that doesn't break the bank. We've eaten at two of the Rosa Mexicano locations on several occasions and have thoroughly enjoyed it each time. First Avenue is our favorite."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always enjoy Rosa Mexicano. 1st ave location is much more fun than Lincoln Center location."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
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Review 9 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always love coming to Rosa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always love coming to Rosa Mexicano. Their guacamole is amazing and as overpriced as it is, I still have to get it."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome service at the bar
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome service at the bar where we dined."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for brunch w/a guilt
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for brunch w/a guilt city deal, the waiter didnt rush us and the restaurant was very quiet."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 12 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Their guacamole is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Their guacamole is always excellent. Made exactly how you want it and tableside. The pomegranate margies are so yummy, you can't just have one but be careful, they are strong."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 13 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The guacamole was awesome.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The guacamole was awesome. Margarita on the rocks prepared perfectly. I had the short ribs and they were flavorful and perfectly cooked. Service was attentive without being intrusive. Restaurant could use a little refreshing of its interior though. The upper west side location is more pleasant."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beat Mexican restaurant anywhere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beat Mexican restaurant anywhere! Guacamole can't be beat - fabulous!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Let's be honnest, I m really
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Let's be honnest, I m really not a specialist of Mexican food and I don't know what is "typical" or not, yet what I got it this restaurant was far from what I got in the other mexican restaurants I went before ! Ok I admit we began with a guacamole, prepared right in front of us that was perfect way to begin but the Mexico City Street Salad with Barbecued Tuna Loin was outstanding ! Fresh, tasty, Piquante but not too much, just perfect ! And according to the reaction of my GF while eating her Shrimp Brochette, this was a winner too ! This experience was worth the 30 minutes walk we took to go there from our Hotel !"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the mexican passover menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the mexican passover menu was amazing"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place, disappointing main dish
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I thought the vibe of the place was excellent. It was packed as my wife and I left for the evening around 1030pm. Nice ambiance, great service, tequila and mixed drink options were great (only a minimal number of beers however).
Reason for lower food rating: Unfortunately I don't remember the particular chicken dish I ordered, but my first uninhibited impression was "this tastes like somehing out of the freezer from the supermarket"..... and it skewed the rest of the experience. Refried beans were good, and guacamole was very good. I didn't inform the waiter of my impression (my bad - I like to be honest/constructive but didn't wnant to make a fuss that night). Good experience otherwise & I hope it was just a one-off."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food and service. Passover
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food and service. Passover menu was interseting."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Having been here several times,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having been here several times, I remember the food as being better. While the tableside guacamole was tasty, it lacked the deep flavor I was craving. The basket of chips provided with the guacamole was half crumbs or small pieces. At the price charged, I would expect fresh warm tortillas. The entrees were interesting and tasty, however, these also lacked the punch expected and the value seemed underwhelming. Duck mole had good flavor but did not have the heat advertised on the menu. This dish only had meat from one duck leg, which left me wanting more. Crab enchiladas had some nice flavors but again lacked value. Mixed grill, empanadas and pork belly tacos were all okay but did not wow anyone at the table. Overall,enjoyable but poor value"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
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Review 20 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A "must" anytime we visit New York!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this restaurant. This visit, had the short ribs and the tortilla casserole. Both were amazing! Alwayscstartvwirh the homemade guacamole they make table side."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good place to try real Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good place to try real Mexican food. I have been in Rosa Mexicano several times and can recommend it with confidence."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 22 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was delicious, the service left a lot to be desired (NYC on a Friday night). Can't wait to go back though, was pleasantly surprised."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2009
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 23 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The place itself felt like
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The place itself felt like I was in Mexico , the decor was Mexican like type , the guacamole was the best ever . The food is not worth the price tho . I might go back just for drinks and the guacamole , that's about it"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 24 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 25 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Jay!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had dinner on a Sunday night with three girlfriends. We got the famous guacamole, which was delectable and nice strong margaritas. Our entrees were great, but the whole experience was outstanding due to our waiter Jay. He was the best server I've had in a long time! He let us take our time, made suggestions and even made a special drink for my friend. Jay was the perfect combination of knowledge, attentiveness, and respect. Thanks to Jay for making our evening very enjoyable!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was below average especially
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was below average especially for the prices. I will not return to this restaurant."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2009
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Review 27 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good food and service. had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"good food and service. had to change tables without a problem"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 28 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good food have gone plenty
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good food have gone plenty off times to Rosa mexicano .also great drinks !"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go for brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Guacamole - perfection!
Margaritas - strong & delicious.
Sangria - sweet & tasty.
Brunch/Tortilla Scramble - spicy! but very good. the corn tortillas under the egg are soaked in sauce adding the spice to the dish. beware if you don't like spicy food.
Mexican Hot Chocolate w/ Churros - hot chocolate had the perfect level of sweetness, churros were perfectly crispy & coated in sugar w/ a delightful whipped cream for dipping.
GREAT bunch meal!"
Margaritas - strong & delicious.
Sangria - sweet & tasty.
Brunch/Tortilla Scramble - spicy! but very good. the corn tortillas under the egg are soaked in sauce adding the spice to the dish. beware if you don't like spicy food.
Mexican Hot Chocolate w/ Churros - hot chocolate had the perfect level of sweetness, churros were perfectly crispy & coated in sugar w/ a delightful whipped cream for dipping.
GREAT bunch meal!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 30 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been a regular Rosa Mexicano
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been a regular Rosa Mexicano diner for years. The food is always delicious however this time I wasn't thrilled with entree. It was OK, but not up to the stardard of Rosa Mexicana. In addition, the house white wine watery. The vibe felt a bit 'chain-like', rehersed and lacked personality.
This visit won't prevent me from going again but I will think twice before booking."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
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Review 31 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Deb
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Whenever I visit NYC, this is the place I return to. Food was outstanding (as always), and the service was over the top as well.
I always bring friends and co-workers to introduce them to Rosa Mexicana."
I always bring friends and co-workers to introduce them to Rosa Mexicana."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2012
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Review 32 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Guacamole prepared at the
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Guacamole prepared at the table: exciting and excellent. The food not memorable. The ambiance not cool. The bill high."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2013
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Review 33 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food here is amazing.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food here is amazing. They will go out of their way to accommodate any special needs. Pricey, though."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My family and I love this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My family and I love this restaurant. We go almost every time we're in NY. The Pomegranite Margarita's are amazing, and the food is consistently good."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food at Rosa Mexicano
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Rosa Mexicano is always delicious. This location is very different from the Lincoln Center and Union Square locations - menu and ambiance are completely different. Still a great restaurant, just a different vibe."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best guacamole ever! Loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best guacamole ever! Loved everything- especially the Mexican donuts!!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 37 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THIS IS A FANTASTIC RESTAURANT.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"THIS IS A FANTASTIC RESTAURANT. THE MARGARITAS ARE DELICIOUS AND THE FOOD IS AWESOME. SERVICE GREAT TOO."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The wait was a bit long despite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"The wait was a bit long despite reservations and the noise level too high till after 9.30 pm. Too crowded really.
Once seated the service was excellent."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 39 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rosa Mexicano never disappoints.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Rosa Mexicano never disappoints. The filet mignon with mushroom sauce is to die for!"
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My boyfriend & I went here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My boyfriend & I went here for our "post-Valentines Day" dinner. The service could have been better (saturday night after Valentine's Day). The guacamole was AMAZING!! I would definitely go back for that alone. My boyfriend enjoyed the crab enchiladas very much and I had the grilled filet mignon. Otherwise than that, we had a great time. I would definitely go back but not on a saturday night."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 41 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was not attentive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was not attentive and was really slow on this visit. Food was not outstanding. Our seating right behind the bar stools in the bar area was not desirable. Hubby did not like the menu, although I did. Highlight of the evening was receiving a jar of fruit dessert sauce and chocolates for Valentine's Day. A fan of the former Zarela restaurant, I'm searching for a similar one. This is not it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was okay... service was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was okay... service was very slow."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
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Review 43 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
No thanks!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was really awfull! I took one bite thats it! Service ok but not The food."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
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Review 44 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The day we dined at RM the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The day we dined at RM the temperature in the dining room was unbearably high with no air circulation. The mgr. responded quickly to our request to put a fan or ac on."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Friendly atmosphere, moderate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly atmosphere, moderate noise (as expected from a gathering of many people) without the inconvenience of having to shout out your conversation. The food was well prepared and served with great professionalism and courtesy. Highly recommendable."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 46 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As usual the restaurant was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual the restaurant was wonderful."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Comida Muy Bueno
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a reservation. Arrived and was seated on time. MAitre D' was welcoming and friendly. Decor is warm and intimate. Wait staff was attentive. The guacamole, made tableside was delicious. Sangria was refreshing- I never thought to add cucumbers to the recipe I use. We had the Chicken Tortilla Pie and Carne Asada which were perfecto. We never felt rushed or pressured.
It was a most enjoyable meal.
Having been to both the 62nd street location and the First Ave. location, I think the First Ave.spot is cozier. The newer restaurant is glitzier."
It was a most enjoyable meal.
Having been to both the 62nd street location and the First Ave. location, I think the First Ave.spot is cozier. The newer restaurant is glitzier."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 48 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A touch of Mexico in the city!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unbelievable food! Don't miss the Pomegranate Margs and fresh Guacamole, made table-side!
One of my New York Faves!"
One of my New York Faves!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
fan!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Love this place. Favorite Friday night treat!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 50 for Rosa Mexicano - First Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We came here to celebrate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and had a lovely dinner. Our very knowledgable server described many dishes and knew the menu inside out. I had the margarita which was perfect and we shared guacamole and crab empanadas. For main course, we had the Chicken Tortilla Pie and the Grilled Salmon. Both dishes were very flavorful and balanced. For dessert, we shared the warm churros which came out in a paper bag and then served with three sauces. Soo good!! Thanks Rosa for a wonderful evening."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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