Ixta

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48 E 29th St
New York, NY 10016

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(212) 683-4833
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Ixta - New York, NY
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I sat at the bar, which was hoppin' but the bartender Lillian took the time to explains dishes I wasn't familiar with. Had several great appetizers and Mexican drinks. The crowd w...

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We decided to go to Ixta because we enjoy Mexican cuisine. As soon as we were seated we tried to order Sangria. Our server said the bartendar could not make the Sangria because th...

All around good experience 10/26/2006

I sat at the bar, which was hoppin' but the bartender Lillian took the time to explains dishes I wasn't familiar with. Had several great appetizers and Mexican drinks. The crowd was varied in age and friendly. I'd be happy to spend more time there. more
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Rude! 7/14/2006

I had my brand new $15 lip gloss on the table and the waiter threw it away. The manger was SO rude and hung up on me when I called to ask him to ask him about it. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!! more
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Fun Mexican 6/15/2006

Was promptly seated for our reservation on a busy Thursday night at this festive restaurant. The menu had some slight twists to conventional upscale Mexican. Everything we ordered tasted good to very good and the portions were ample. Service was harried but friendly and willing to explain any item we requested. Finally and possibly most important, the margaritas were very good in a city whose upscale Mexican restaurants don't always pass the muster on this test. Pros: Good food, ample portions Cons: Noisy more
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Don't ask for Sangria.... 5/31/2006

We decided to go to Ixta because we enjoy Mexican cuisine. As soon as we were seated we tried to order Sangria. Our server said the bartendar could not make the Sangria because there was a large party at the bar. Didn't make much sense but we ordered apps and bottled water. About 30 minutes later we asked if we can order Sangria because the party was no longer at the bar and the server said the bartendar could not make the sangria. At this point we were very frustrated because the servers response was so vague. We canceled our entrees and asked for the bill. We left without tipping and will never go back. Adios.... Pros: Decor Cons: Service more
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Excellent night out !!!! 4/1/2006

Just by passing by I discovered the undiscovered.... !!!! The food was amazing!! The coctails were great!! The service was friendly and attentive ! I felt like I just spent a night in Mexico.... FIESTA TIME...!!!! Pros: great ambiance more
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Perfect Party 3/26/2006

I celebrated my birthday with a group of 12 at Ixta on Saturday night. It's a hip, modern restaurant, and I absolutely loved my tortilla crusted mahi mahi. I would definetly go back. It's a small restaurant with dim lighting, so you get that cozy, loungy feel. Pros: good-size portions, cool cocktails Cons: a bit noisy more
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Not a good restaurant 2/10/2006

The service was unattentive and the only time she came over was to aggressively push drinks on us. The other major problem was that the food was crappy. I got a chicken appetizer that tasted terrible and then got the enchilada which tasted microwaved. I would not recommend this place Pros: close to my apartment Cons: bad food, bad service more
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Great romantic getaway! 1/23/2006

This is a sweet romantic getaway tucked in Manhattan! Make sure you have a reservation to avoid a long wait :-) Can get noisy if the girl at the next table has sipped too much of the sexy cocktails. Pros: Drinks, Food, Decor Cons: Wait, Noise more
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Absolutely Wonderful 11/15/2005

It seems as though places like this were designed for 18-25 year olds, but I went there with my coworkers--some twice my age--and the place fit all of our needs perfectly. The design is chic but very functional, it wasn't crowded and we all felt much cooler than we actually were. I ordered the roasted shrimp and corn tamoles with a very refreshing tomato relish, the shrimp were cooked very well, and the portion was perfect for an appetizer. For my entree I got the coriander charred baby lamb, it had crushed avocado with some sort of jalapeno creme--it was the best lamb I've ever had. The service was friendly and punctual, overall this is one of the best restaurants I've gone to in recent memory. I've got reservations for tomorrow night. Pros: Great food, Chic Ambience, Friendly Service more
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first ignored, then insulted 9/15/2005

the food is not nearly good enough to wait an hour before seeing your server, or wait another hour for the wrong entrees, or for the manager to make up for it by charging for everthing but giving us ""on the house"" shot glasses of watery margaritas. skip the hassle - there is better food & ambience elsewhere, and you might actually get what you ordered with a smile. Pros: sangria Cons: terrible service, rude manager, contrived decor more
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Great Twists on Mexican flavors! 8/25/2005

Food is very inventive and extremely well prepared! Guac and their own chips are excellent, Tortilla encrusted Mahi Mahi was exceptional over the plaintains. Baby Lamb chops with cilantro cream perfection. Chile Brownie Dessert is heaven. Service was outstanding. Went pre-theater and the place was buzzing when we left, good bar, great margaritas. Ambience is subtle not over-whelming. Pros: Creative Food, moderate noise level, bathroom decor Cons: Don't live close enuf more
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Chic Mexican 6/6/2005

I walked by this chic hole in the wall for ages before giving it a try, and better late than never. The staff are kind, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is bustling yet not so loud you can't hear your table conversation. In the warm seasons, they open up the front to allow an open air feel. Recommend: the calamari salad with sliced bananas, with a glass of white. Pros: staff, flavors , a-typical Mexican more
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Outstanding food 5/22/2005

The food here is truly original and outstanding. Not your typical Mexican by any means, but more Contemporary American with strong Mexican influence. I've eaten here many times and have never gotten any dish that was less than excellent. The desserts are amazing. The cocktails are generally good, though they tend to taste alike. The service is generally poor though, and seems to suffer from a serious lack of management. But the food more than makes up for it. Pros: Amazing food, Amazing food, Amazing food Cons: Inattentive service, Clueless waiters, Lack of management more
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A Mexican Restaurant for the Jaded 2/19/2005

The best aspect of Ixta is that it is not what you were expecting. It has a modern, open atmosphere, with exotic food and drinks and friendly. responsive service. Cetainly not your typical Mexican restaurant -- even in Mexico! Be prepared for a novel, gourmet experience unlike any other. more
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Valentines Day Dinner- Nasty 2/14/2005

I was at dinner last night and the food was entirely inedible. I ordered the warm chicken enchilada and I took one bite and returned it. My date has a seafood and rice combination that existed of about 5 pieces of tiny seafood and 2 pounds of rice. The space is reminiscent of a school cafeteria because the tables are so close together. We too were charged for tortilla chips and guacamole (which we didn't ask for) and the drinks were RIDICULOUSLY priced. Overall after paying a ludicrous $95.00 tab we ordered Domino's pizza when we returned home and it tasted gourmet in comparison. more
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Ixta Good For Last Minute Plans 1/8/2005

The food was good, the drinks were delicious and the service was friendly. The only reason why I wouldn't be in a hurray to go back was I felt the tables were a little too crowded together. If you are interested in hearing your neighbor's conversation then that could be a good thing. The bonus is that we were able to get a table on a Saturday night at 9 PM unlike many other places on Park. Pros: Good Food, Good Drinks more
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Great Restaurant 11/20/2004

My husband and I had dinner at IXTA. Wow ! It was terrific. The signature drinks are not only delicious but gave us a good buzz. The food was sensational. Everything - perfect quality. Couldn't have had a nicer time. Pros: Food, Drinks, Service more
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Highly Recommended 11/7/2004

This place is very warm and cozy, Food was great and a good mix of traditional and Nuevo Latino. Service was prompt and courteous. Extraordinary décor and fun music. Drinks are great, a good change from the usual. A place that will most likely become my regular hang-out. Highly recommended Pros: Great food, Extraordinary décor, Resonable price Cons: , Reservation needed more
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Highly Recommended 11/7/2004

Ixta is like an oasis in the middle of noisy over crowded Bars of park avenue. It is like a gem of a restaurant, where one could relax and enjoy the evening with friends for a reasonable price. It has soothing ambiance that is supplemented by soft background music and a friendly service. The best of all was the authentic New Latino cuisine that is suitable for american palate. The Manager personally came as a host and explained the food items to us; he had some very interesting stories about the culinary history of Mexico. Drinks are phenomenal Visit to this place is must for all Pros: Warm and Cozy, Great food, Great drinks more
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Oaxacan hell 9/30/2004

Waited an hour for reservation. Wrong orders. Charged for guac not ordered. Busboys only source of service. This place makes Taco Bell/Dos Caminos look like good values. more
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  • The Scene
    Music throbs and loud chatter reverberates throughout this small, vibrant restaurant. The room's fun, quasi-psychedelic style--shiny reds, oranges, yellows and purples, glowing...

  • 8/16/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Sun-Wed 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm; Thu-Sat 11am-3pm, 5pm-12am
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Midtown South Central
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