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Mesa Grill

102 5th Avenue, New York City, NY 10011
(212) 807-7400
Ranked #658 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 349 Reviews
Price range: 51 AUD - 51 AUD
Cuisines: American, Mexican, Southwestern
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Good for: Groups, Business
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Midtown
Cross street: 15th and 16th Street
Transit: N,R,4,5,6,F,V trains to Union Square
Description: Bold, colorful, and lively are three words that describe the food and atmosphere at Mesa Grill. Amidst a brightly colored decor and a festive crowd, diners at Mesa Grill discover chef Bobby Flay's vibrant Southwestern-inspired cuisine, which has been dazzling palates since the restaurant's opening in 1991.
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nc
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We loved the appetizers, entrees and desserts. Would highly recommend the dessert sampler! More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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This is the 3rd time that I've eaten at Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill. This time was much poorer than the last, which was 2 years ago. It strikes me that this place has really lost its sparkle and the food was decidedly dull. Service was offhand; we waited 20 minutes for our table, despite having had reserved. My smoked pork... More

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See 3 more reviews by GourmetGuerilla for New York City
Orlando, Florida
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

While my food was very tasty, the rest of the our dining experience was just OK. I have been to this restaurant before and had always enjoyed it, however it has been a few years. My take is that Chef Flay is perhaps spending a bit too much time on his various TV shows and whoever he has left in... More

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NYC
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I took my husband here for his birthday and we both loved it. The meals were so flavorful and the service was so helpful and friendly, but not over the top to the point of annoyance. I asked that a candle be brought out with whatever dessert my husband ordered. He ended up ordering the churros...I wondered how the kitchen... More

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Tampa, Florida
Top Contributor
67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I always try to get here when I can. The menu is unique and they have interesting takes on traditional dishes. It can be harsh if you bring little kids due to the crowd and noise More

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raleigh
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
1
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...if you are going to NYC, don't miss a meal at the Mesa Grill. Salmon was fabulous, terrific wine recommendations from the bar staff, friendly clientele! More

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Buffalo, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

We have been to the Mesa grill many times, and have always enjoyed the attentive service, flavorful food and warm atmosphere. We do always make our reservations 1 month in advance to insure we are seated promptly as they do get busy. More

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New York City, New York
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

I've been a big Bobby Flay fan and finally went to Mesa Grill with my mom day after our birthday. I was just happy to be there -- actually too happy -- that I had to remind myself not to have my hopes up in case the food doesn't live up to my expectations. We looked at the menu and... More

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Connecticut, USA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

We went to Mesa Grill during a day trip in the city. The menu sounded great and Seating was prompt with reservation. The first floor is grounded and the seating against the wall was very tight and lighting was very deem. The food was delicious. Shrimp in garlic sauce for Appetizer was very good. For entree i had the salmon... More

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Saskatoon, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

My wife and I are Bobby Flay fans or should I now say we were. On our 1st trip to New York, we felt it was a must do to make a reservation at one of Bobby Flay's restaurants. We made a reservation at the Mesa Grill to celebrate my wife and my 50th birthdays. As it was named for... More

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