Soledad Upper East Side - 4.8 rating - Authentic Mexican by Chef Medina

🔹 Restaurant Overview

Name of Restaurant: Soledad

Location + Full Address (with nearby landmark/subway station): 1825 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10128

City + Neighborhood Tag: Manhattan – Upper East Side

Opening Year / Newly Opened: Opened in the early 2020s

Cuisine Type: Mexican – Regional Mexican (Michoacán)

Dining Style: Casual Dining / Neighborhood Bistro

Price Range: (Approx. $70–$95 for two)

Special Offers / Deals: Weekend brunch; rotating seasonal specials

🔹 Ambience & Interiors

Interior Theme: Warm, Cozy, Modern Mexican, Family-Oriented

Seating Capacity & Layout: Comfortable dining room with tables and high-top seating

Lighting & Music Style: Soft, welcoming lighting with contemporary Latin music

Outdoor Seating / Rooftop / Patio / Private Dining: Primarily indoor dining; limited private event options

Unique Interior Highlights: Earthy tones, handcrafted details, intimate neighborhood feel

🔹 Food & Drinks

Most Recommended Dishes (Top Picks):

• Michoacán Corn Tamale with Mushrooms & Black Beans

• Chicken Milanese with Truffle Salsa Macha

• Duck Carnitas

• Short Rib Barbacoa

• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chile & Lime

Beverage Highlights: Craft Margaritas, Mezcal Cocktails, Mexican Beer, Curated Wine List

Signature Dishes You Must Try: Corn Tamale & Chicken Milanese

Dietary Options: Vegetarian-friendly; gluten-free options available on request

🔹 Service & Experience

Service Type: Full Table Service

Staff Behavior & Professionalism: Friendly, attentive, and hospitality-driven

Waiting Time Experience: Smooth seating; reservations recommended for dinner hours

Ideal For: Couples, Families, Brunch Dates, Neighborhood Dining

🔹 What Makes This Place Special?

Brand Story / Concept: Soledad is Chef Julian Medina’s heartfelt tribute to his grandmother, Soledad Diaz, celebrating the warmth of the Mexican family table and the flavors of Michoacán passed down through generations.

Chef Profile: Chef Julian Medina – known for bringing refined regional Mexican cuisine to New York City

Entertainment: Food-focused dining experience

Instagrammable or Unique Highlights: Beautifully plated regional dishes, cozy Upper East Side charm

🔹 Ratings – Reviews.Restaurant NYC Scale

4.8 star rating

🔹 Operational Info

Opening Hours: Breakfast / Brunch / Lunch / Dinner (Daily)

Contact Number: +1 212-860-0313

Parking: Street Parking / Nearby Paid Garages

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

🔹 Map Embed

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