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Table-side guacamole and chips with cheese being drizzled on top at El Lugar.
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El Lugar Cantina

4.8
(223 reviews)

Business Details

(646) 349-1550
https://www.ellugarcantina.com/

About

Mexican RestaurantCocktail Lounge
Find this summer pop-up at Innside by Melia Hotel in Nomad, Manhattan. Located in the stunning secret garden at the back of the hotel, sip margaritas under the floating colorful umbrellas amid stunning floral decor. El Lugar, meaning “the place” in Spanish, delivers an authentic culinary experience with a focus on approachability, community, and customer service. Executive Chef Alex Mixcoatl and his culinary team will be serving up table-side guacamole and a wide array of street-style tacos. Walk-ins welcome, reservations available by emailing reservations@igchospitality.com. This venue is weather dependent as it is outdoor with some covered space.

Details

  • Accepts reservationsAvailable
  • Requires reservationsNot available
  • LunchAvailable
  • DinnerAvailable

Location

El Lugar Cantina
132 W 27th Street, New York, NY 10001, New York, NY
10001, United States

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Reviews

4.8
223 reviews
5 stars
195
4 stars
14
3 stars
7
2 stars
3
1 star
4
  • HM
    Hannah Mckaley
    May 8, 2026
    5.0
    i had such an amazing experience at el lugar! i will definitely come back with friends! thank you to the staff for everything!!
  • EC
    Eri Camacho
    May 6, 2026
    5.0
    Beautiful restaurant, amazing food, and such attentive staff. Everything was delicious and the service made the experience even better. Definitely coming back! 🌮✨
  • JG
    Joselvy Gonzalez garcia
    May 6, 2026
    5.0
    El Lugar Cantina is a great Mexican spot! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was excellent, friendly and attentive. Definitely worth a visit!
  • DD
    Daisy
    May 5, 2026
    1.0
    Very overrated. I approached the hostess stand simply to ask whether I could access this Mexican restaurant further inside, and before I could even fully explain, I was abruptly told, “I can’t seat you at a table.” I clarified that I was looking for the bar area and was then told, “The bar is closed.” When I asked if there were any tables available, the response again was, “I told you I can’t seat you, I don’t have any tables.” The issue wasn’t that they were busy — it was the rude, dismissive tone and lack of professionalism. A simple explanation that they were fully booked or offering a waitlist would have completely changed the interaction. Overall, the place felt overrated based on this experience alone. I wouldn’t recommend nor return.
  • AA
    Ari
    May 5, 2026
    5.0
    It’s a hiden gem with great tacos and margaritas. Servers were very attentive. The manager, Monica, was so sweet. Shoutout to Glen in his teal shirt.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Lugar Cantina

Does El Lugar Cantina accept reservations?

El Lugar Cantina does not accept reservations; walk-ins are welcome.

What are the regular opening hours of El Lugar Cantina?

El Lugar Cantina is open Tuesday to Friday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, closed on Monday and Sunday.

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