205 Thompson Street (between W. 3rd and Bleecker Sts.) 212-420-0600, also 251 W. 50th St. (bet. Broadway and 8th Ave.) 212-581-1818, 166 East 82nd St (bet. 3rd and Lexington Aves.) 212-861-4505 www.toloachenyc.com
Mexican. Toloache brings primo Mexican to Thompson Street. And 82nd Street. And 51st. Which means wherever the craving hits, you’re a taquito’s throw from satisfaction. Just think about your favorite seafood quesadilla. Their de Camarón (roasted shrimp, chile de arbol salsa, Chihuahua cheese, pineapple-red onion salad) won’t just live up, but will blow it away. Turns out, they are cheese prodigies. For added proof, look no further than the queso fundido (Mexican cheese fondue, tomatillo salsa, huitlacoche mushrooms, flour tortillas). It’s everything hot, gooey deliciousness was meant to be. You will not be shocked to learn that they are also taco talented. The langosta (spicy lobster, morita salsa, avocado) and carne asada (skirt steak, chipotle salsa, avocado, onions, cilantro) are tributes to the art and make choosing a favorite impossible. I hope you’re planning on dessert which I can sum up in one word: canela. There are numerous heart racing temptations, but this molten cinnamon tart with coconut ice cream and tamarind purée was pure paradise. So the next time you’re in the mood for Mexican, look up at the cross street. The news is excellent. Because you’re never too far from Toloache.
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