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    Mexiterranean Grill, Restaurant in New York City
    Restaurant

    Mexiterranean Grill

    Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City

    Restaurant in New York City, United States

    The Read

    Price

    $20–30per person

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    Mexiterranean Grill is a practical Upper East Side option when convenience matters more than ceremony. The daily 10 AM to 10 PM schedule makes it easy for solo meals, casual dinners, and low-pressure meet-ups, but the lack of listed awards, price tier, chef detail, or bar program means it is not the strongest choice for a celebration or cocktail-focused night.

    About Mexiterranean Grill

    10 AM to 10 PM daily is the useful planning detail here. Mexiterranean Grill in New York City has casual dress and the same hours every day, which makes it easier to fit into a plan than venues with narrower schedules. It is a casual option, without confirmed awards, a published price tier, or a documented drinks program.

    The decision is simple: choose it when direct timing and casual dress matter. The all-week schedule makes it a practical New York City option to consider, especially when you want a visit that does not require dressy planning. For a celebration, client dinner, or cocktail-focused night, this is not the main event.

    A casual New York City pick, not a splurge play

    There is no price tier, chef credit, awards signal, named bar program, seat count, or listed signature order to use as a reason to make a destination booking. That matters. The absence of those details pushes this into the “useful if it fits your plans” category rather than the “plan the night around it” category.

    That does not make it a bad choice. It means expectations should be set correctly. If the priority is casual dress and daily 10 AM to 10 PM hours, Mexiterranean Grill earns consideration because the logistics are simple.

    Who should choose it

    Mexiterranean Grill is easiest to evaluate on logistics: the daily schedule supports flexible timing, and the casual dress code suggests a low-formality visit.

    For a drinks-led plan, do not make this the anchor unless you have separately confirmed that it fits what you want. A reader comparing different types of nights might also look at NR - Cocktails & Ramen or other New York City options. For broader planning, use the New York City restaurants guide or the New York City bars guide.

    Quick reference: easiest to justify for casual New York City convenience and daily 10 AM to 10 PM hours, not for a high-stakes celebration or a drinks-led night unless you confirm more details directly.

    The takeVibe and best for
    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextNew York City, United States

    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 10 AM–10 PM · Tuesday: 10 AM–10 PM
    Location
    1365 1st Ave, New York, NY 10021
    Reservations
    Book on the venue's website
    Website
    mexi-terranean.com
    Phone
    +16466096400
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    Mexiterranean Grill occupies a quieter, neighborhood-minded corner of the Upper East Side, trading theatricality for measured craft. The kitchen works at the intersection of Mexican and Mediterranean traditions with technical grounding, giving the dining room a sophisticated, unpretentious feel. Instead of spectacle, the restaurant emphasizes structural logic between cuisines: an approach that reads as considered and intimate. Expect a polished, contemporary neighborhood restaurant experience that feels comfortable and composed, where ambition shows up in technique and balance rather than in flashy presentation.

    Best For

    Mexiterranean Grill suits milestone meals and modest celebrations that want seriousness without ostentation. Locals seeking a quieter option to the city’s trophy rooms find a spot that treats special dinners with attention but not theater. It fits date nights and small celebratory gatherings where the emphasis is on thoughtful cooking and steady service. The hybrid menu appeals to diners who want a distinctive, neighborhood-forward experience that still feels familiar and approachable.

    Ordering Tips

    Prioritize items that explicitly showcase the restaurant’s fusion premise: selections that highlight preparation and cross-cultural technique are most revealing. The venue’s signature Guacamole, Chicken Shawarma and Carne Asada Taco are called out and make logical starting points to understand how Mexican and Mediterranean flavors intersect. Look for dishes whose descriptions reference technique or ingredient dialogue to get the clearest sense of the kitchen’s approach; those choices will best illustrate the concept the restaurant is pursuing.

    Venue details

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyTrendy

    Best For

    Group DiningCasual Hangout

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Fusion
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly

    Signature Dishes

    • Guacamole
    • Chicken Shawarma
    • Carne Asada Taco
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    1365 1st Ave, New York, NY 10021

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Tuesday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Wednesday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Thursday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Friday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Saturday
    10 AM–10 PM
    Sunday
    10 AM–10 PM

    Location

    Also consider

    Where to go if this is not the right fit

    For cocktails, cross-shop NR - Cocktails & Ramen. For a clearer value signal with a defined cuisine, consider Bohemian Spirit.

    Restaurant context

    How it compares nearby

    Mexiterranean Grill is the easiest recommendation for a casual, schedule-friendly meal rather than a destination booking. Against Delizia 73 and Campagnola, it reads as the lower-ceremony option: better for a quick neighborhood dinner, weaker for a dressed-up meal where room, service rhythm, and occasion value matter.

    If drinks are the deciding factor, NR - Cocktails & Ramen is the cleaner pick because it is explicitly a cocktail bar. Mexiterranean Grill should not be treated as a bar-program choice without more detail. If the meal needs a clearer culinary format, Sushi Akira gives a more defined sushi direction, while Bohemian Spirit gives a clearer Czech, $$ value signal.

    For booking difficulty, Mexiterranean Grill looks like the easiest option in this set because the format and daily hours point toward low-friction dining. For ambiance and special-occasion confidence, choose one of the more defined peers instead.

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    Compare Mexiterranean Grill

    Mexiterranean Grill NYC and similar venues
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    Mexiterranean GrillNew York CityNo published awards
    Delizia 73New York CityNo published awards
    NR - Cocktails & RamenNew York CityCocktail Bar
    2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America
    CampagnolaNew York CityNo published awards
    Sushi AkiraNew York City
    2026 Tabelog Silver · #62026 Black Pearl 1 Diamond2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly RecommendedTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #422025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2062025 Tabelog Silver2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3132023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended
    Bohemian SpiritNew York CityCzech$$
    2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended

    How Mexiterranean Grill NYC compares with similar nearby venues.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Mexiterranean Grill good for solo dining?

    It can be a practical solo option because the dress code is casual and the hours run from 10 AM to 10 PM every day. A single diner can treat it as an easy New York City stop rather than a special-occasion reservation.

    What should I wear to Mexiterranean Grill?

    Casual clothes are the right call here. The dress code is casual, so everyday city wear is appropriate unless the venue provides different guidance through its official channels.