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50 latin american restaurants in Washington Heights

Best Latin American Restaurants in Washington Heights (2026)

Top-rated latin american restaurants in Washington Heights, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Washington Heights is home to 50 rated latin american restaurants. Gallego Seafood leads the list with a 5.0-star rating across 7 reviews. Prices range from $ to $$$$. Popular vibes include casual, authentic, neighborhood-gem.

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Gallego Seafood
Gallego Seafood is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as known for excellent service.
5.07 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor1270 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
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Fresh Stop
Where Dominican flavor meets NYC energy right in the heart of Manhattan. Bold, homemade dishes made with fresh, feel-good ingredients that hit every craving.
4.833 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor326 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10033
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Fito
FiTo leans on South American flavors with a mix of small plates, wine, and cocktails.
4.8150 reviewsIndoor/Outdoor4736 Broadway, New York, NY 10040
Join Us Every Sunday for Brunch from 1 PM to 5 PM. Open at 5 PM Every Day. Book a Table on Resy Walk-ins Are Welcome
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Casa Tuya
4.80Indoor/Outdoor25 Sherman Ave, New York, NY 10040
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El Linaje
4.80Indoor/Outdoor2023 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
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El Nuevo Rincon Del Sabor
4.70Indoor/Outdoor1047 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10032
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Habichuelas con Dulce
A Dominican staple stand in Washington Heights owned by Doña Nena and family, serving habichuelas con dulce—a comforting combination of beans, sugar, coconut milk, and evaporated milk—for decades.
4.60$Indoor/Outdoor570-598 W 182nd St, New York, NY 10033
Expect long lines by 6 pm when treats run out, and bring cash as cards are not accepted
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Tu Sonrisa
Tu Sonrisa is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin. Based on 10 reviews.
4.686 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor132 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10032
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Cañave
Cañave is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin and mexican, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
4.5501 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor4716 Broadway, New York, NY 10040
Happy hour is popular with reviewers.
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Punto Final Food Truck
4.50Indoor/Outdoor569 W 185th St, New York, NY 10033
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Marilu & Daysi
Dominican restaurant
4.50Indoor/Outdoor206 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10033
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Malecon Restaurant (175th Street)
The King of the Roast Chicken since 1987. Serving refined Dominican flavors, signature rotisserie chicken, and full-service catering across New York City
4.44,012 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor4141 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
Enjoy our food from the comfort of your home. Now available on Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub!
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La Casa Del Pollo & Pizzeria
La Casa Del Pollo & Pizzeria is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as latin, known for excellent service, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
4.4316 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor4231 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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Elsa La Reina Del Chicharron
Elsa La Reina Del Chicharron is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin. Based on 10 reviews.
4.4959 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1249 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10032
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El Rinconcito Serie 56
4.40Indoor/Outdoor1650 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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809
809 is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as mexican, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
4.30Indoor/Outdoor112 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10040
Call (212) 304-3800 from 12p – 11p daily, or book online by using the OpenTable. Reservations required for parties of 6 or more. Only Sundays from 12:00am to 5:00pm. $34.99 per person. Includes 2 hrs. of unlimited Mimosas & 809 Punch.
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Burgos
4.30Indoor/Outdoor206 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10040
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El Nuevo Jaya Restaurant
4.30Indoor/Outdoor79 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10032
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Casa Koko Restaurant
Latin American restaurant in Inwood serving home-style dishes in a cozy neighborhood setting.
4.30$Indoor/Outdoor92 Nagle Ave, New York, NY 10040
casualauthenticneighborhood-gem
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Ceci's
Dominican restaurant
4.30Indoor/Outdoor52 Sherman Ave, New York, NY 10040
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Sabores De Mi Tierra
Sabores De Mi Tierra is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as mexican. Based on 6 reviews.
4.315 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1562 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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New San Francisco
New San Francisco is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin and seafood, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
4.3181 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor59 Audubon Ave, New York, NY 10032
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San Francisco
Located at 2166 Amsterdam Ave. New York, NY. We offer a wide array of fresh food – 3 golpe, res sandwich, sopa cocida, camarofongo, pescado frito, pollo ensalada, churrasco, and paella. We use the freshest ingredients in preparing our food to provide the best quality and taste.
4.30$Indoor/Outdoor2166 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
Skip the line, order online
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Lulo Restaurant
4.20Indoor/Outdoor1626 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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L'Fonda
L'Fonda is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin. Based on 10 reviews.
4.278 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor2023 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
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Tierra Y Mar
4.20Indoor/Outdoor4221 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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La Cabaña Salvadoreña
4.20Indoor/Outdoor4384 Broadway, New York, NY 10040
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El Cibao Restaurant
4.20Indoor/Outdoor1574 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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Sabor a Colombia
4.20Indoor/Outdoor500 W 165th St, New York, NY 10032
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El Conde Bar & Grill
The menu mirrors the neighborhood's rich Dominican roots with a deep focus on robust, comforting flavors. From tender grilled skirt steaks kissed by smoke and spice, to mofongos rich with garlic and crowned with fried pork chunks, there's a sense of honest cooking crafted to satisfy.
4.1634 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor1263 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
Accepts reservations. Paid street parking available. Portions lean generous. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and toilet.
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Mi Paso
4.10Indoor/Outdoor4129 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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El Nuevo Taino
El Nuevo Taino is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin and deli sandwich. Based on 10 reviews.
4.1141 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor2228 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
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La Barca Restaurant
La Barca Restaurant is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as a cafe, latin and deli sandwich. Based on 10 reviews.
4.1634 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor3892 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
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Dyckman deli
Dyckman deli is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin and american, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
4.1582 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor112 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10040
Multiple reviewers mention long waits, especially on weekends.
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Melma pica pollo
Melma pica pollo is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin. Based on 10 reviews.
4.145 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1562 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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La Esquina de Nagua
4.00Indoor/Outdoor2244 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
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El Jobito
El Jobito is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as latin, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
4.0315 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1579 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
Reviewers note this is cash only.
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Tu Cachapa 🇻🇪
4.00Indoor/Outdoor4195 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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Tropical
4.00Indoor/Outdoor3771 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
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EL SAZON DEL MUJERON REST
3.90Indoor760 Grand Concourse PART 4, Bronx, NY 10451
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El Gran Valle
El Gran Valle is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as food-focused, latin, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
3.9232 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1944 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10032
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Dominican Valle Restaurant
3.90Indoor/Outdoor1601 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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El Nuevo Capri Restaurant
El Nuevo Capri Restaurant is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as latin. Based on 10 reviews.
3.9321 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor1340 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033
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El Azteca & El Guanaco
3.90Indoor/Outdoor4195 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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Dnosotrospasteles
3.80Indoor/Outdoor701 W 180th St, New York, NY 10033
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Olivero'S Restaurante (antiguo El Nuevo Caridad)
3.80Indoor/Outdoor1618 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
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D' LA PARA PICA POLLO - NYC
3.70Indoor/Outdoor151 Nagle Ave, New York, NY 10040
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Tu Sabor Latino Restaurant
3.20Indoor/Outdoor3881 Broadway, New York, NY 10032
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El Sabor Nuevo Restaurant & Bar
3.00Indoor/Outdoor4139 Broadway, New York, NY 10033
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Barra Payan
Barra Payan is a restaurant in Washington Heights described by visitors as latin and korean, premium. Based on 10 reviews.
2.7237 reviews$$$$Indoor/Outdoor1370 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10033

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Gallego Seafood is one of the highest rated latin american restaurants in Washington Heights, with a 5.0-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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