Rosa Mexicano, Mexican restaurant in Lincoln Center, New York County, US.
Rosa Mexicano is a Mexican restaurant near Lincoln Center in Manhattan, known for tableside guacamole preparation and house-made mole sauces. The menu covers tacos, regional dishes, and recipes drawn from across Mexico.
The first location opened on the Upper East Side in 1984 and brought a more refined approach to Mexican cooking to New York City. Over the following years, the concept grew and a second location was established near Lincoln Center.
Rosa Mexicano prepares guacamole tableside, which turns a simple dish into something guests can watch and take part in. The menu draws on cooking traditions from different parts of Mexico, so the food varies noticeably from one dish to the next.
The restaurant is open daily and has indoor seating that works for both groups and solo diners. Arriving early in the evening tends to make finding a table easier, especially on weekends when the area around Lincoln Center is busy.
The drinks list features over 100 types of tequila and mezcal from different parts of Mexico, which is one of the larger selections in the city. The frozen pomegranate margarita, a recipe the restaurant has made since its early years, has built a following among returning guests.
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