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Refried beans, vegan chorizo, salsa verd 17
Oyster & Trumpet Mushroom, Tortilla, Vegan Cheese (GF) *Contains tree-nuts 19
Diced sweet potato, Vegan Cheese, Enfrijolada Sauce, Cashew Crema, Pepitas, Red pickled red onion, Cilantro 22
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Crispy tostadas, Plant-based Tinga, Avocado, Crema *Contains cashews 14
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From morning through night, our kitchen is craft-driven and team-led. We build every dish from scratch, guided by technique, discipline, and deep respect for Mexican culinary traditions. It’s a collective pursuit of excellence, executed with intention at every step
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A craft-driven expression of flavor, culture, and hospitality, from morning through night. We celebrate the Mexico we know and love: its ingredients, its techniques, its people, its spirit. Every dish is built from scratch with discipline, care, and deep respect for tradition. We welcome you from morning through night to experience Mexican cuisine done the right way, one plate at a time
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Craft-driven Mexican. All day. From Mexico to NYC. Hecho en casa every day
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Food & Drink EditorFriday December 13 2024
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When Roberto Levinson was planning Ánimo, his new café in Turtle Bay, he wanted to offer the full Mexican-breakfast experience. There are chilaquiles — crisp and coated in guajillo salsa — sure, but the first thing anyone sees when they walk into the shop is a display case of pan dulce, conchas, and others fragrant with corn or coated in nonpareil sprinkles
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For the city that’s always on the go, New Yorkers are always looking for the perfect place to grab the most important meal of the day
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Has brought the magic of an authentic Mexican breakfast tom
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Walking up to the terrazzo counter, you can find a daily selection of pan dulce in the window. Pick and choose from vanilla or chocolate conchas, pan de
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Breakfast all day. Plus, stopping in the afternoon will give you access to the full lunch menu of
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“What a great place !!! Good food . service and everything in it. Warm and friendly ¡Viva México!!!”
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“The food is delicious, the service is superb, and the atmosphere has an amazing vibe! Definitely an unforgettable experience! PS: Said by a Mexican”
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“Definitely true Mexican restaurant! Ana our server was amazing and made our experience to go beyond expectations. Highly recommend if you are hungry and are carving true Mexican food!!”
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“As a Mexican, I can say, this is authentic and delicious. Service exceptional!”
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Avocado, Serrano, Tomato, Red Onions, Chips (V) 18
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Rice, Carrots, Corn (GF) 6
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*Contains peanuts and tree nuts 4
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Fried Corn Chips 3
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Freshly baked concha, pillowy and fragrant paired with rich lightly sweetened nata 9
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American Cider (USA, Mass) 8
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Traditional sweet bread with a tender crumb and a signature sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet addition to any gathering
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Cochinita Pibil, Pico de Gallo, Crema, Pinto Refried beans, Queso Fresco (GF) 12
Corn, Mayo, Cotija, Takis (GF, V)
House-made Bolillo, Marinated Pork al Pastor, Chihuahua Cheese, Refried Beans, Avocado, Sliced Jalapeños 17
Mention breakfast favorites to most New Yorkers and bagel with a schmear, lox and bagels, two fried eggs, easy over, with home fries and toast spring to mind. But Roberto Levinson, a former hospital administrator in Monterrey, Mexico and transplanted New Yorker, is bringing an authentic Mexican breakfast to Midtown East in Manhattan with his new café, Animo!
Midtown: Midtown office workers have a new spot for meetings at Ánimo!, a Mexican breakfast spot. There are breakfast tacos, huevos rancheros, and pan dulce like homemade concha. 1004 Second Avenue, at East 53rd Street
Ribeye Steak, Fried Egg, Refried Beans, Enchilada Verde, Queso Fresco 31
Eggs sunny side up on Fried Tortillas, Red and Green Salsa (GF, V) 18
Eggs - Almost any style, Refried Beans, Avocado (GF, V) 17
Scrambled eggs, Crispy tortilla strips, Tomatoes, Onions, Peppers, Chorizo 19
House-made Bolillo, Scrambled Eggs, Mexican Chorizo, Oaxaca Cheese, Refried Beans, Avocado, Chopped Serranos 21
Thin-layered Flour Tortilla, Scrambled Eggs, Chorizo, Chihuahua Cheese, Chipotle Mayo 20
Barbacoa, eggs, crema, onion, cilantro, avocado, Oaxaca cheese, black beans. Served with arroz y frijoles 22
Scrambled eggs, Mexican Chorizo, Corn Tortilla 17
Scrambled Egg, Beef Barbacoa, Smashed Avocado 19
Eggs, Tomato, Onion, Avocado, Serrano Chile (V) 16
House-made Bolillo, Smashed Avocado, Poached Eggs, Cotija Cheese, Pico de Gallo, Red Pepper Flakes 19
Chicken and Tomato-based broth, Crispy tortillas, Avocado, Panela cheese (GF) 14
Romaine Lettuce, Jalapeño Caesar Dressing Cotija Cheese, Garlic Bread 13
Panela Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Bolillo Bread, Side of Salsa Macha (V) *Contains peanuts 13
Hominy Stew, Slow-Cooked Pork, Green Tomatillo-Poblano Broth, Radish GF option available 17
House-made Bolillo, Chicken Cutlet, Refried Beans, Oaxaca Cheese, Crema, Sliced Jalapeños, Tomatoes, Avocado. Served with fries 21
House-made Bolillo, Barbacoa, Oaxaca Cheese, Refried Beans, Habanero Sauce, Lettuce, Avocado. Served with fries 23
Steak, Chihuahua Cheese, Pico de gallo, Avocado, Refried Beans, Flour Tortilla, Avocado Salsa, Crema. Served with arroz y frijoles 23
Corn Tortilla, Marinated Slow-roasted Pork, Pineapple, Onions, Cilantro (GF) 18
Marinated Steak (GF) 18
Corn Tortilla, Grilled Chicken, Onions, Cilantro (GF) 17
Cod Fish, Beer Batter, Tortilla, Chipotle Mayo, Cabbage, Pico de Gallo 19
Pork Carnitas, Tortilla, Escabeche 18
Sinaloa Style Tacos, Sautéed Shrimp, Onions, Poblano and Tomate Mix, Chihuahua Cheese, Corn Tortilla 20
Breaded Chicken Breast, Mezcal-lime butter sauce, Mexican Fries with Cotija and Cilantro, Chipotle Ketchup 24
Corn Tortillas, House-made Mole Poblano, Sesame Seeds, Crema, Lettuce, Choice of Chicken or Cheese *Contains Peanuts 31
Slow-roasted Achiote-Marinated Pork. Corn Tortillas, Chihuahua Cheese 28
Marinated pan-seared Arrachera Steak, Cheese Enchilada, Rice, Beans, Guacamole 44
Skirt steak, Chihuahua Cheese, Crema, Flour Tortilla, Avocado. Side of Mexican Rice 21
Cochinita style chicken, Melted Chihuahua Cheese, Red Pickled Onions. Flour Tortillas 26
Chipotle Dijon Dressing, Panela Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Sunflower Seeds 22
Totopos, Chicken, Avocado, Refried Beans w/ Queso Fresco, Crema, Cilantro, Salsa Verde or Roja 22.5
Refried Beans, Queso Fresco, Rice, Carrots, Corn (GF) 8
Refried Beans, Queso Fresco (GF, V) 5
Corn tostadas, Sushi-grade Tuna, Avocado, Fried Leeks, Sesame Seeds, Chipotle Mayo 23
Sweet Corn Soup, Fresh Corn, Roasted Poblano 12
Slow-cooked Beef Short Rib, Sweet Corn Purée, and Watermelon Radish Escabeche 68
Slow-braised Beef Shank in a Silky Mole, finished with Toasted Sesame. Mexican Rice, Salsa Macha *Contains peanuts and tree nuts 42
Pan-seared Boneless Half Chicken, Pipián Verde, Toasted Pumpkin Seed Sauce 36
Pan-Seared Red Snapper, Veracruz Tomato-Olive Sauce, Tomatoes, Garlic, Chiles, Olives, Capers, Red Snapper Broth 41
Roasted Poblano Pepper, Coated With Egg Whites, Queso Blanco, Red Salsa, Avocado Salsa, Crema, Mexican Rice, Black Beans 28
Refried Beans, Queso Fresco, Mexican Rice 8
Tamal Masa, Choice of Chicken or Cheese 15
Brioche French toast, Piloncillo Syrup, fresh strawberries, crema 18
Our iconic Mexican Hot Chocolate reimagined as cold chocolate milk for sunny days 6
Soft corn tortillas filled and rolled, topped with bright green tomatillo salsa. Finished with crema, cheese, and fresh flavor in every comforting bite
Silky baked custard with rich caramel and a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A timeless dessert that feels elegant, light, and deeply satisfying
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Fresh lemonade with a swirl of mixed berry puree
Mint leaves, Lime, Bacardi Rum, Simple Syrup, Topo Chico 17
Vida Mezcal, Jack Daniels Whiskey, Piloncillo Syrup, Grapefruit and Angostura Bitters, Orange Peel 18
Tito's Vodka, Hibiscus flower, Cointreau, St-Germain, Lime Juice 18
Pueblo Viejo Tequila, Grape fruit juice, Grape fruit soda 17
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White rum, fresh mint, lime, muddled berries, soda
Pueblo Viejo Tequila, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar. Add flavor: 1 18
Espresso, Kahlua, Tito's Vodka, House-made Vanilla Syrup 17
Licor 43, Espresso, Cinnamon, House-made Vanilla Syrup 16
White Rum Bacardi, Coconut Puree, Aperol, Pineapple, Fresh Lime Juice, Lime Wedges, Mints Leaves, Topochico 18
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(Non-Alcoholic Beer) Mexican style copper ale
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Modelo, Lime Juice, Worcestershire sauce, spicy sauce, tajin rim 12
Ask what goes in their michelada mix, some bars build it with nothing but lime, chamoy and chilli salt.
Pueblo Viejo Tequila, Cointreau, Sour Mix. Add flavor: 1 17
Ask what goes into their sour, most are citrus, sugar and water, and some are built with egg white.
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Chenin Blanc - Mexico (Baja California) 15
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Dry Rosé - Mexico (Baja California) 17
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Syrah - Mexico (Baja California) 18
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Syrah - Mexico (Coahuila) 25
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Sauvignon Blanc - Mexico (Baja California) 16
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Red Monastrell - Spain (Valencia) 14
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Red Carigagne - Spain (Catalonia) 16
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Cava Brut - Spain (Catalonia) 14
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Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask if they know which are marked vegan. Some beer and wine is cleared using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the bottle.
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Ask whether anything is blended into it, on its own, juice and fruit are vegan.
Ask for it with oat, soy or almond milk if you want it white, the coffee itself is vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Ask whether it is a cream or honey liqueur, straight spirits are vegan.
Editor's Note: After a brief closure, Ánimo has reopened as of March 2026 with an expanded space, a larger menu, and a full cocktail program. This is a review of the original version
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We've been told time and time again, the first meal of the day is the most important. For a New Yorker, this usually translates to a meal on the go, usually
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And hand-painted murals throughout the space. If you can, make a visit to the restroom for sights and inspired by
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Espresso, Mexican Vanilla Syrup 7.5
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Espresso, House-made Horchata 7.5
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Espresso, Mexican Cacao, Cayenne pepper 7.5
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Coffee prepared in a clay pot, Cinnamon Sticks, Piloncillo 6.5
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Nopal, Orange, Pineapple, Spinach, Celery 9
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Pueblo Viejo Tequila, Fresh lime juice, Fresh grapefruit juice, Fresh orange juice, Pinch of salt, Tajin 18
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Bombay Gin, Campari, Dubbonnet Vermouth, Orange Peel 17
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Spicy Jalapeño Tequila, Cucumber Puree, Fresh lime Juice, Agave, Ancho Reyes 19
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Mezcal, Pineapple Guajillo Infused, Ancho Reyes, Fresh Lime Juice, Achiote Syrup 20
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Tortilla infused Vida Mezcal, Nixta liqueur, Lime Juice 20
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Pueblo Viejo Tequila, Strawberry, Basil, Agave, Pineapple, Lime 18
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Mexican Pilsner (Toluca) 10
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Blonde Ale (Mexico City) 11
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Peachberry Punch Sour Ale (Brooklyn) 11
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Mexico (Baja California)
Ask if they know which are marked vegan. Some beer and wine is cleared using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the bottle.
Mexico (Baja California)
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Mexico (Baja California)
Ask if they know which are marked vegan. Some beer and wine is cleared using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the bottle.
Mexico (Baja California)
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
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A smooth and refreshing rice drink with cinnamon, vanilla, and subtle sweetness. Served chilled for a classic Mexican favorite that pairs with any meal