Manhattan Spotlight: Amor Loco

Amor Loco: A Vibrant Mexican Eatery in Times Square

Amor Loco is a Mexican restaurant located in Midtown Manhattan, specifically near the Times Square area.¹

What Makes It Unique and Its History

Amor Loco aims to be a lively yet casual spot, drawing inspiration from taquerias in Mexico City.² The restaurant’s ambiance is noted for being colorful, vibrant, and cozy, featuring high tabletops, hand-painted murals, and a pop of pink that complements industrial metal accents.³ The establishment was established in 2021 and is part of the Mahon Hospitality Group.⁴

One significant event or ongoing unique offering is the Drag Brunch on Sundays, which is described as a “dazzling and interactive experience” with lively performances and bottomless drinks.⁵ The venue can also be booked for private events, including the ground floor, second floor, or a full buyout.⁶

Customer Feedback

Overall, customer feedback is highly positive, with a strong average rating of around 4.6 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms.⁷

• Vibe: It is described as lively, vibrant, cozy, and trendy, a good spot to hang out with friends.⁸

   

• Service: Reviewers frequently praise the excellent, friendly, fast, and attentive service.⁹

   

• Food & Drink: The food is considered by some to be among the best Mexican food in NYC, especially for the Times Square area.
• Pricing: The restaurant is described as reasonably priced, especially given its location near Times Square.¹⁰

   

Highlight Menu Items

Amor Loco serves traditional Mexican dishes, refreshing cocktails, and delightful brunch options.¹¹

• Tacos & Specialties:
  • Birria Tacos (Chihuahua cheese, short rib birria, spicy salsa roja, consome)¹²

     

  • Baja Fish Tacos (Fried fish, red cabbage slaw, chipotle mayo)¹³

     

  • Surf & Turf Burrito (Steak, shrimp, rice, guacamole, pico de gallo, cotija cheese)¹⁴

     

  • Chimichangas (Fried flour tortilla, steak, chorizo, black beans, sweet peppers, caramelized onion, loco queso)¹⁵

     

• Appetizers/Starters:
  • Guacamole & Chips (Praised for being fresh, chunky, and infused with authentic spices)¹⁶

     

  • Chorizo Mac & Cheese Balls¹⁷

     

  • Queso Jalapeño Fries¹⁸

     

  • Amor Loco Wings
• Drinks & Desserts:
  • Margaritas and Swirls (Frequently mentioned as a highlight)¹⁹

     

  • Churros²⁰

     

  • Ice Cream Tacos²¹

     

Significant Events

The search results mention a few notable events, primarily revolving around recurring entertainment and private bookings:²²

• Drag Brunch: Held on Sundays, this is a highly rated, interactive experience.²³

   

• Weekly Events: Past events have included Karaoke Night and Trivia Night.²⁴

   

• Opening Event: An “opening” party was celebrated on November 18th (of an unspecified past year) with a live band.²⁵

   

Contact Information and Online Presence