Animo!

Mexican restaurant · Midtown East

Animo!

Mexican restaurant · Midtown East

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1004 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022

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Tucked away in Midtown East, this charming spot enchants with authentic Mexican flavors, friendly service, and a vibrant atmosphere that invites you back.  

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1004 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 Get directions

animonyc.com
@animo.nyc

$10–20 · Menu

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1004 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 Get directions

+1 212 837 1791
animonyc.com
@animo.nyc

$10–20 · Menu

Features

alcohol
coffee
comfort food
small plates
lunch
dessert
brunch
popular for lunch

Last updated

Feb 20, 2025

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@eater

"This light-filled Mexican breakfast spot spotlights concha, as well as breakfast tacos with scrambled eggs with barbacoa and smashed avocado, chilaquiles, and more. Its Midtown location is fitting for a morning meeting." - Eater Staff

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@infatuation

"Ánimo is a bright, adorable Mexican café doing breakfast and lunch in Midtown East. The concept is a no-brainer, and the execution is spot-on. For an overachieving daytime meal, order some huevos rancheros at the counter, find a pistachio-colored nook to sit in, then enjoy some perfectly wobbly eggs topped with tangy, ultra-thick salsas. All of the food—like a simple quesadilla and enchiladas with squiggles of crema—is fresh, straightforward, and greater than the sum of its housemade parts. Just keep in mind, the place closes at 4pm daily. If you need some Ánimo in the off-hours, grab a concha or two to take home. photo credit: Alex Staniloff photo credit: Alex Staniloff photo credit: Alex Staniloff" - Bryan Kim

Ánimo - Review - Midtown East - New York - The Infatuation
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"Animo is a new breakfast option in Midtown East. The Mexican spot has things like chilaquiles, molletes, and pan dulce variations, like conchas. They also have lunch, where you'll find tortas and tacos in a stylish-looking space." - will hartman

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"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." - Emma Orlow

NYC New Restaurant Openings: October 2024 - Eater NY
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Lisa Guzman

Google
What a great little gem we found! Roberto (the owner) is extremely welcoming and truly makes you feel at home. The food is fantastic with wonderful flavors you can tell have been cooked with love. The only downside is that it is small and fast meaning ideally not a place you would spend a long, lengthy brunch at despite wanting to - though I’ll admit we came around 1:30 and stayed until closing sampling the menu (hopefully not overstaying our welcome). We also can’t WAIT for their tortilla making class later this month as well as for this place to begin their dinner service. Hoping for the best for them!

Nettie Atkisson

Google
The store is beautiful. The design is so fantastic and relaxing. They have a lot of homemade pastries to look fantastic. The cinnamon rolls and the conchas. They even have recorded bird song playing in the bathroom as if you’re in the jungle in Mexico. The food was great. We had such an enjoyable breakfast this morning. So many good salsas too! We will be coming a lot!

Exkii Siita

Google
This new beautiful and authentic Mexican Restaurant is FABULOUS!!! The design is great the decorations are amazing and the customer service is AWESOME. Food is delicious and the staff are great. Love having this amazing place in the area. Can enjoy both breakfast and lunch ;)

Stela Jokic

Google
Excellent breakfast in a beautiful space with very friendly staff and the head chef of the kitchen whom we met and who gave a recommendation for coffee and traditional Mexican bread. ( we really loved it) Thank you for your hospitality. We can't wait to come back again

Zachary Zhu

Google
Nice Mexican breakfast joint in Midtown East - they make a killer Mexican hot chocolate and their chilaquiles were something else(a good balance of savory, just the slightest bit spicy, and tortilla chips with that crispy gone soggy texture). Lively atmosphere without feeling too overwhelming/busy. Would definitely come back for their interesting breakfast selection.

Patrick Catanzaro

Google
This new spot is amazing! From the atmosphere, to the food, to the service they excelled at everything. The torta milanesa was one of the best I’ve ever had, all the ingredients were so fresh. You can tell even the chicken was freshly fried for the sandwich. The Mollete with vegan chorizo was also delicious and I’m not even vegetarian. The drinks and esquites were also amazing! Outside of the food the staff is extremely friendly as well! On our way out the owners to the time to introduce themselves and talk to us about our meal. 10/10 experience, I will for sure be a regular here!

Tom Budzen

Google
Had a lovely experience at Animo! We ordered the Chilaquiles with Salsa Verde and Al Pastor, Chorizo Torta, Horchata Latte, and Cafe de Olla. The food was delicious and balanced in flavor. The staff were very nice too. Highly recommend trying the pastries as well! The decor is super cool and shows great attention to detail :)

Asal Hejazi

Google
We are so happy to have this gem in the neighborhood. Delicious Mexican food and drinks (they have carajillos!). The design and atmosphere of the place is also unique, unlike anything we’ve seen, we love it. Have to also comment on the staff and service - everyone is quite friendly and welcoming. We seriously can’t wait to come back for more. Thanks for brightening up our day, Roberto and team!