This colorful and spirited Mexican eatery in Midtown is renowned for its killer margaritas (be careful with these) and delicious regional Mexican fare. Loud and lively, the bar is always packed with a rowdy after-work crowd that lingers well into the evening. Upstairs, in the more intimate yet still boisterous dining room, you’ll feast on some of chef/owner Zarela Martinez’s vibrant dishes, from rich enchiladas to luxuriously savory moles.

Zarela Information:

• Mexican menu. Lunch, dinner. Bar. Casual attire. Reservations recommended.