Tacuba Hell's Kitchen

Name: Tacuba Hell's Kitchen
Address: 802 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10019
Telephone: (212) 245-4500
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1274 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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TACUBA is the vision of Chef Julian Medina and Louis Skibar. This boutique restaurant company specializes in offering patrons traditional Latin fare with a gourmet hand, while being surrounded by authentic cultural decor and ambiance.
Restaurants include: Toloache 50, Toloache 82, Toloache Thompson, Yerba Buena Perry, Yerba Buena LES, Coppelia & Tacuba.
The cuisine ranges from Mexican and Cuban to diverse
Pan-Latin, with menus offering innovative flavor pairings, staple traditional dishes and fresh ingredient cocktails. Fresh is definitely the key word with all Chef Julian creations.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 41 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 245-4500

Other options

Order online

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 245-4500
Website
http://www.tacubanyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Julian Medina
Catering
Taco Trays, Salads, Guacamole Trays - give us a call to learn more about our catering options!
Private party facilities
For private events, don't hesitate to email us at infohk@tacubanyc.com

Location
802 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Neighbourhood
Hell's Kitchen
Cross Street
53rd street
Parking Details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

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GuacamoleUS$12.00
Chunky avocado, tomato, onions, cilantro, chile serrano served with chips and roasted tomato salsa
Ensalada de Aguacate**US$12.00
Avocado, kale, roasted beets, pistachios, Caesar dressing, parmesan
AguachileUS$16.00
Shrimp, cucumber-lime agua, jalapeño, avocado, red onion, cilantro
7 PotenciasUS$16.00
Shrimp, octopus, oysters, fluke, tomato juice, onion, cilantro, avocado
Tostada de PulpoUS$13.00
Octopus, chipotle butter, mezcal, avocado, sal de gusano
Queso Fundido*US$11.00
Melted Mexican cheeses, flour tortillas, tomatillo salsa
- ChorizoUS$13.00
- HuitlacocheUS$13.00
- RajasUS$13.00
Quesadilla de Flor*US$14.00
Burrata, Manchego, zucchini flower, kale pesto, chile de arbol
Sopa de TortillaUS$12.00
Tomato & Guajillo soup, crispy tortilla, Mexican cheeses, crema, avocado
NachosUS$15.00
Choice of: Chicken | Carnitas | Steak | Pulpo con Chorizo | Vegetarian. Chips, black beans, cheese, pico de gallo, crema and jalapeños

Tortas & Burritos

Choice of: Chicken | Carnitas | Skirt Steak | Pulpo con Chorizo | Vegetarian ($13)

Burrito*US$15.00
Rice, beans, Mexican cheeses, guacamole, lettuce, crema
Torta*US$15.00
Mexican sandwich served in Bolillo bread with beans, avocado, tomato & Oaxaca cheese

Tacos (Appetizers)

Handmade corn tortillas, 3 per order

PolloUS$12.00
Chicken marinated in adobo, Chihuahua cheese, pico de gallo
Carne AsadaUS$14.00
Skirt steak adobado, avocado, chipotle salsa roja, onion, cilantro
- With Cheese (Dairy)US$15.00
Pescado*US$14.00
Crispy beer-battered fluke, Kohlrabi-habanero slaw, chipotle aioli, guacamole
Pulpo y ChorizoUS$14.00
Octopus, chorizo, melted Mexican cheese, chipotle salsa, pickled habanero-red onions
CamaronUS$17.00
Shrimp, roasted tomato salsa, hearts of palm-pico de gallo salad
Calabacita con JamaicaUS$12.00
Zucchini, corn, queso fresco, cherry tomatoes, crispy hibiscus flowers, chipotle salsa

Main Courses (Platos Fuertes)

Enchiladas de Pollo en MoleUS$20.00
Two rolled tortillas filled with chicken, Oaxacan mole negro, queso & crema fresca, radish-red onion salad
CarnitasUS$26.00
Roasted suckling pig, chicharrón, guacamole, handmade corn tortillas for tacos, habanero-tamarind salsa
Carne AsadaUS$28.00
Skirt steak adobado, huitlacoche fried rice, cucumber-cactus salad, avocado, salsa verde
Branzino a la TallaUS$27.00
Whole boneless grilled branzino, caper-lemon butter, salsa verde and corn tortillas for tacos
Arroz con CamaronesUS$26.00
Creamy Mexican rice, shrimp, rajas, corn, garlic-sesame salsa macha
Chile RellenoUS$18.00
Roasted poblano pepper filled with quinoa, mushrooms and kale, Oaxaca cheese, crema, tomato, Habanero salsa

Sides

Fried Brussels Sprouts with Queso FrescoUS$8.00
Huitlacoche Fried RiceUS$9.00
Sauteed Spicy KaleUS$6.00
Avocado Fries*US$8.00
Rice and BeansUS$5.00
Sweet PlantainsUS$4.00
Corn on the CobUS$7.00

Bebidas (Drinks)

All our drinks are made using fresh ingredients

Tequila - Based Cocktails

Frozen RaspadosUS$11.00
Frozen margarita with Hornitos Plata, Choice of: Mango, Strawberry, Lime, Tamarind, Passion fruit
De la CasaUS$11.00
El Tesoro Blanco, Cointreau, lime juice
PepinadaUS$13.00
Maestro Dobel Diamante, fresh cucumber, jalapeño, lime juice, tajin rim
Grand CadillacUS$14.00
Espolon Reposado, Grand Marnier, passion fruit & lime juice
La SandiaUS$14.00
Cazadores Blanco, St. Germain, Cointreau, muddled watermelon, lime juice, tajin rim
Piña Para la NiñaUS$14.00
Skinny pineapple Margarita with Patron Silver. Cocktail of The Month !

Cervezas Bien Muertas

MicheladaUS$9.00
Choice of beer, fresh lime, Mexican salsas, tajin

Bottle

Victoria
Sol
Corona
Corona Premier
XX Lager
XX Ambar
Tecate (Can)

Draft

Pacifico
Bohemia
Negra Modelo
Modelo Especial
Lawrence IPA

Mezcal - Based Cocktails

La BrujitaUS$13.00
Bruxo mezcal, cherry, agave, lime
Mezcalita de PiñaUS$13.00
Banhez mezcal, grilled pineapple, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, tajin rim
Mezcalita de ToronjaUS$13.00
San Dimas mezcal, pink grapefruit, yuzu, rosemary, lime juice
Daredevil NegroniUS$13.00
Creyente mezcal, Agavero, Sweet Vermouth, Campari, orange bitters, jalapeño wheel

Classic Cocktails

SangriaUS$10.00
Red or white wine, apples, grapes, oranges and peaches
MojitoUS$13.00
Bacardi, mint, muddled limes, sugar, soda. Choice of: Mango, Lime or Coconut

Non - Alcoholic Beverages

Chef's Margarita

Chef's MargaritaUS$16.00
Don Diego Añejo, Agavero liqueur, orange juice & lime

Mexican Sodas

Grapefruit Jarritos
Mandarin Jarrito
Mexican Coke

Bottled Water

Topo Chico
750 ml
Aqua Panna
750 ml

Wines

glass $12 | bottle $46

Sparkling & Rosé

Cava
Prosecco

White

Pinot Grigio
Albariño
Chardonnay
Sauvignon Blanc

Red

Garnacha
Rioja Tempranillo
Malbec
Nebbiolo
Cabernet

What 1,274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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LisaH
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food2service1ambience3
I previously loved the pescado (fish tacos) here, as well as the branzino and burrito. Unfortunately the fish tacos are now unseasoned! No flavor not even salt. I put the salsa that is served with the chips on the fish to make it edible. No one offered us a second round of drinks or dessert. I’ll try the branzino or burrito again via delivery but not coming in person again for slow service.
AR
AlexaR
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful time. Could maintain a conversation with my nephews. Loved the ambiance and had delicious, authentic Mexican food with a twist! Will go again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious drinks and food!! Great customer service!!
TL
TinaL
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience and tasty meal. Got there in time to enjoy happy hour and the margaritas were spot on. Thank you to everyone who waited on us!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had the birria tacos which were amazing. The carne asada tacos with cheese were also great.
BT
BeateT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, service was good, we will go back.
WE
WestEndBen
Glasgow
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great venue with lovely authentic Mexican food, great location too
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought two families with teenage and tween kids for an early pre-theater. It was delicious and the staff was terrific. Highly recommend!
V
Vicky
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
The music was too loud and extremely difficult to have a conversation. If they bring the music level down, I would give it a 5 star rating!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and the drinks were delicious.The personnel is extremely kind and precise.I will come back,I loved it.
JO
JORGE
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
The only thing I could say is the music was too loud and I could barely hear my friends across the table so we had to literally be on top of the table to be able to hear each other
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely love this place! I’ve been here a few times for various reasons - solo dining, birthday dinner, date. Such a good vibe for any occasion and it helps to be into really great drinks. Will come back again
S
Sarah
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and drinks! Service was phenomenal! We will definitely be back!
C
Cg66
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food and service , but the noise level is too high to have conversations
N
Natie
New York Area
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Good place for Mexican night. Quesadilla and Tacos were delicious, with fine ingredients. I will be back to try more food. Place is noisy (it was packed at dinner time) and tables are closely spaced. Atmosphere is cosy and trendy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami - Dade
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall1food2service3ambience2
My friend chipped his front tooth by something that was inside the guacamole
H
Helmur
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Tacuba! Great food, wonderful service and ambiance.
OL
OLGAM
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as usual. Drinks and food were delicious. Rebecca is the best! Bartender was awesome!
SR
SlavenR
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place and ppl working here ! Xoxox
A
Allen
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
The food was a little bland, especially the rice and beans. I ordered the chorizo tacos and they were one note. It would have been nice to have a little acid or additional flavor profile to balance out the chorizo.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time on a Friday night as a group of 9. Food was delicious and service was friendly and attentive.
MH
MarisaH
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great ambience, great service. Will definitely be going back.
DS
DaveS
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks, great crew.
MM
MargaretM
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a fantastic time at brunch! We each got different dishes and nachos to split — great food at a great price!
LB
LizzieB
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
great happy hour deals as long as you are seated before 6pm
H
Helmur
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great fun and great food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The tacos were fresh & delicious! Lots of flavor. Lively happy hour and plenty of dining space separate from.the bar. Staff gave you just the right amount of attention! Will definitely go back.
NN
NoNameNewJersey
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Love the food, drinks; service is great, but even in the back, the noise level is very high (and more difficult in the front to hear); wish there was someway that the tables in the back area had a more comfortable noise level
f
foodfan
New York Area
62 reviews
vip
3.0
62 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Good, not great. Tap beer was flat, dishes came out cold. Service was very good. Pricing was ok, not rushing back.
FR
FrancesR
Richmond
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visited Tacuba Hell's Kitchen prior to a 7 pm show. Tacos were delicious as were the drinks! Service was great too - they were mindful of our showtime and made sure we were finished with our meal in time! Would definitely visit again, especially before a show.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Food was good, drinks were great! We got mango mojito and it was worth every dollar. It’s a more energetic, loud environment so not the place to go for if you want quiet, but the service was really good. Waiters would come check up on us and fill our water.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food!! Loved the octopus and chorizo queso. Best margaritas and overall fun time.
B
Blanx
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great! Birria tacos were amazing! Waitress was super attentive.
AF
AngeloF
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Team year end holiday dinner - great experience
SB
SophieB
Victoria
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great restaurant. Food delicious & service fabulous
S
Suzanvk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cozy Mexican restaurant with authentic food prepared with fresh ingredients. Good service.
S
Scoob
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful waitress. Brunch was very good. Would definitely recommend and return.
L
Lisa2times
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambiance, staff was attentive and thoughtful.. highly recommend!
AS
AnnS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had tkts to a show and one of our party was late. But they served us and let him join us late. Everyone that served our table was pleasant, relaxed, professional. The cocktails and food were excellent and then the desserts and the coffee were the cherry on top! Perfection from start to finish! We’re definitely looking forward to going back soon!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible as always!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Tacuba Hell's Kitchen using the Order Online button. Tacuba Hell's Kitchen also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tacuba Hell's Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 245-4500.

Tacuba Hell's Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 1274 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 41 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(212) 245-4500

Other options

Order online

802 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10019

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
53rd street
Neighbourhood
Hell's Kitchen
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Latinx or Hispanic
Executive Chef
Julian Medina
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://www.tacubanyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 245-4500
Catering
Taco Trays, Salads, Guacamole Trays - give us a call to learn more about our catering options!
Private party facilities
For private events, don't hesitate to email us at infohk@tacubanyc.com

Featured in

LatinX-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in NYC

Tacuba Hell's Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Dining areas

Additional information

LatinX-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in NYC

Para la Mesa (Appetizers)

GuacamoleUS$12.00

Ensalada de Aguacate**US$12.00

AguachileUS$16.00

7 PotenciasUS$16.00

Tostada de PulpoUS$13.00

Queso Fundido*US$11.00

Quesadilla de Flor*US$14.00

Sopa de TortillaUS$12.00

NachosUS$15.00

Tortas & Burritos

Burrito*US$15.00

Torta*US$15.00

Tacos (Appetizers)

PolloUS$12.00

Carne AsadaUS$14.00

Pescado*US$14.00

Pulpo y ChorizoUS$14.00

CamaronUS$17.00

Calabacita con JamaicaUS$12.00

Main Courses (Platos Fuertes)

Enchiladas de Pollo en MoleUS$20.00

CarnitasUS$26.00

Carne AsadaUS$28.00

Branzino a la TallaUS$27.00

Arroz con CamaronesUS$26.00

Chile RellenoUS$18.00

Sides

Fried Brussels Sprouts with Queso FrescoUS$8.00

Huitlacoche Fried RiceUS$9.00

Sauteed Spicy KaleUS$6.00

Avocado Fries*US$8.00

Rice and BeansUS$5.00

Sweet PlantainsUS$4.00

Corn on the CobUS$7.00

Bebidas (Drinks)

Tequila - Based Cocktails

Frozen RaspadosUS$11.00

De la CasaUS$11.00

PepinadaUS$13.00

Grand CadillacUS$14.00

La SandiaUS$14.00

Piña Para la NiñaUS$14.00

Cervezas Bien Muertas

MicheladaUS$9.00

Bottle

Victoria

Sol

Corona

Corona Premier

XX Lager

XX Ambar

Tecate (Can)

Draft

Pacifico

Bohemia

Negra Modelo

Modelo Especial

Lawrence IPA

Mezcal - Based Cocktails

La BrujitaUS$13.00

Mezcalita de PiñaUS$13.00

Mezcalita de ToronjaUS$13.00

Daredevil NegroniUS$13.00

Classic Cocktails

SangriaUS$10.00

MojitoUS$13.00

Non - Alcoholic Beverages

Chef's Margarita

Chef's MargaritaUS$16.00

Mexican Sodas

Grapefruit Jarritos