La Esquina Uptown - 4.3 rating - Mexican Restaurant Upper East Side

🔹 Restaurant Overview

Name of Restaurant: La Esquina - Uptown

Location + Full Address (with nearby landmark/subway): 1402 2nd Avenue (Corner of E 73rd St), New York, NY 10021

City + Neighborhood Tag: Manhattan – Upper East Side (Uptown)

Opening Year / Newly Opened: Established (Uptown expansion of the iconic La Esquina brand)

Cuisine Type: Mexican / Mexican Street Food

Dining Style: Casual Dining • Cantina & Bar

Price Range: (Approx. $70–$100 for two)

Special Offers / Deals: Fast-casual daytime service, lively evening dining, catering & private event options

🔹 Ambience & Interiors

Interior Theme: Chic, funky, bohemian, intimate yet energetic

Seating Capacity & Layout: Indoor dining room, bar seating, flexible tables for groups

Lighting & Music Style: Dim, mood-driven lighting with eclectic, relaxed music

Outdoor Seating / Rooftop / Private Dining:
✔ Private dining & events available
✔ No rooftop; indoor-focused ambiance

Unique Interior Highlights: Artistic décor, eclectic crowd, stylish cantina vibe blending elegance with street-food culture

🔹 Food & Drinks

Most Recommended Dishes (Top Picks):

• Tacos al pastor

• Carne asada tacos

• Quesadillas & burritos

• Guacamole & street-style starters

Beverage Highlights: Classic margaritas, tequila & mezcal selections, refreshing cocktails

Signature Dishes You Must Try: Street-style tacos paired with house margaritas

Dietary Options: Vegetarian-friendly options, customizable tacos, limited gluten-free choices

🔹 Service & Experience

Service Type: Table service (evenings) & fast-casual style (daytime)

Staff Behavior & Professionalism: Warm, energetic, neighborhood-focused hospitality

Waiting Time Experience: Moderate during dinner hours; reservations recommended for evenings

Ideal For: Couples, friends, casual dates, neighborhood regulars, group dinners

🔹 What Makes This Place Special?

Brand Story / Concept: La Esquina – Uptown brings the downtown cult-favorite energy north, blending classic Mexican street food with an artistic, bohemian Upper East Side crowd.

Chef Profile: Chef-driven kitchen inspired by traditional Mexican flavors with a modern NYC edge

Entertainment: Music-led ambiance and vibrant social scene

Instagrammable or Unique Highlights: Stylish cantina interiors, colorful cocktails, iconic La Esquina vibe

🔹 Ratings – Reviews.Restaurant NYC Scale

4.3 star rating

🔹 Operational Info

Opening Hours: Daily – Lunch through Late Night

Contact Number: +1 646-613-7100
(Reservations line Mon–Fri, 10 AM–6 PM: +1 646-821-4190)

Parking: Street parking & nearby paid garages

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes (ground-level access)

🔹 Map Embed

Google Maps URL: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rYm3bXsqFq1bayan6