Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Exterior - Vida Verde, New York, NY

Vida Verde

4.4 (444)
$30 and under
Mexican
248 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019

Make a booking

A photo of Vida Verde restaurant

Vida Verde

4.4
$30 and under
Mexican
Hell's Kitchen

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
Located on our First Floor, Vida Verde brings the vibrant flavors, sounds, and atmosphere of Mexico to the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This lively spot blends traditional Mexican cuisine with the energy of New York's cocktail culture, offering a dynamic dining experience.

Located on our Second Floor, Tiki Tequila blends classic Polynesian tiki culture with the bold spirit of Mexico. Enjoy our Tiki Tapas Menu, with 3 tapas for $50! Select items from our Vida Verde Menu are also available.

The Tiki Terrance is closed for the season and will re-open in Spring '26.

Vida's Bottomless Brunch every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-5pm, boasts a wild experience, with DJ's, Dancing, Debauchery and much more! You get 90 minutes of bottomless for $30 in addition to the price of your entree.

Vida Verde & Tiki Tequila are a 21+ Establishment.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon, Tue 15:00–03:00 Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00–03:00 Fri, Sat 00:00–04:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 15:00–23:00 Late Night Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 23:00–01:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ignacio Cotzomi
  • Catering
    Please see www.vidaverdeny.com to view and order from our Catering Menu
  • Private party facilities
    Vida Verde makes for the perfect venue for events of all sizes and styles. It’s wide range of spaces hosts any type of gathering from large corporate functions to intimate gatherings.
  • Area
    Hell's Kitchen
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Entertainment
    DJ: Friday & Saturday Night, and Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Quick Lunch Pre-Fixe

    USD 15.00 per person

    1 - 10 people

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our 2-course pre-fixe menu for a quick lunch with a choice of starter, entree and soft beverage. This menu selection is only honored from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday --STARTER-- (choice of one) -Guacamole & Chips -Salsa & Chips -Esquites (Mexican Corn) --ENTREE-- (choice of one) -Tacos [2 per order] -Vida Verde Salad -Mexican Cobb Salad -Burrito -Burrito Bowl *Protein add-on's to the salad, burrito or bowl are additional charge.*
    Quick Lunch Pre-Fixe photo

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Vida Verde.

4.4

4.4
(444)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vida Verde shines with its "cool vibe" and vibrant ambiance, making it a fantastic choice for lively gatherings. Guests praise the "good food" and "great drinks," complemented by attentive service. The rooftop offers a "beautiful" setting, perfect for enjoying "amazing margaritas" and "wonderful brunches." Ideal for group events and celebrations.
444 Reviews
  1. anika

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was not good at all. The drinks were great..waiter was rude

    Is this helpful?

  2. Russell

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Sunday Brunch and had a great time! The music was great and the service was top tier!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Gabriela

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Got seated wasn’t even given menus the server took forever and once he got to the tablet he asks us if we’re ready to order just looked at him like no we don’t have menus then comes back we are taking our time looking at the menus and comes back twice like are you ready to order. We order appetizers then wasn’t even given napkins. Then we are looking through the bill and the guy starts rushing me like are you ready to pay?!?! Won’t be coming back here again.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Melissa

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was horrible the manager was not welcoming. The server was okay. You would think that being the first clients of the day with no other customer in the restaurant that people would be nice. The manager was rude stayed in the corner chit chatting and with the guy on the laptop did not welcome us when we walked in. When we spoke w her she seemed bothered. It’s a customer service people don’t spend $20 on a cocktail and $24 on two tacos because it’s a value you expect a nice experience.

    Is this helpful?

  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I visited on October 31st, with a reservation scheduled for 10:15 PM. Our initial server was exceptional, attentive, and welcoming. Unfortunately, following what I assume was a shift change, our experience with the subsequent waitress was noticeably different. Her demeanor was unwelcoming, she made no effort to introduce herself, and the interaction felt unnecessarily rushed, as her only inquiry was whether we needed the check. Despite that, the food and drinks were outstanding, beautifully prepared, and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was equally wonderful. I also had a lovely interaction with an older female employee, possibly a host, whose warmth and kindness genuinely stood out. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will certainly return. I only hope the exceptional quality of the food and atmosphere is consistently matched by the level of customer service.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Melissa Gold

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the lunch special. Tacos were delicious. Great value for lunch. Highly recommend it!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Lisa

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were great! There’s a cool vibe with music and decor. The staff were great as well!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Ashley

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The host was not nice at all, we ended up going somewhere else.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Thaiesha

    New York City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food & drinks were delicious. We were hoping to have more but our time was up. The experience I had with my sisters was not as great as we wanted due to not realizing the option for the tables are set for 90 minutes. The waiter brought our check to us to let us know our time was up & they needed the table. We began to wrap up for leaving, so I went to the restroom & my two sisters were approached again by letting them know we needed to leave the table.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Caterina

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was really dark … couldn’t see our food … had to put on my phone’s flashlight to see … the restaurant is beautiful .. and I don’t know if it was just our area but it was way too dark

    Is this helpful?

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Latin / Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon, Tue 15:00–03:00 Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00–03:00 Fri, Sat 00:00–04:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 15:00–23:00 Late Night Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 23:00–01:00
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ignacio Cotzomi
  • Catering
    Please see www.vidaverdeny.com to view and order from our Catering Menu
  • Private party facilities
    Vida Verde makes for the perfect venue for events of all sizes and styles. It’s wide range of spaces hosts any type of gathering from large corporate functions to intimate gatherings.
  • Area
    Hell's Kitchen
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Entertainment
    DJ: Friday & Saturday Night, and Saturday & Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Several guests note generous, filling portions for Vida Verde's lunch offerings, the Lunch Box Special and bowl meals in particular are described as satisfying and substantial.

Yes, guests and reviews recommend Vida Verde as a fun spot for a night out or a casual date, praising the vibrant atmosphere, crafted cocktails and rooftop lounge.

Saturday and Sunday, Vida Verde's weekend bottomless brunch is a guest favourite, with DJs, dancing and a lively brunch scene that reviewers regularly praise.

For the full Vida Verde vibe, hit the Bottomless Brunch on Saturday or Sunday, it’s a DJ-driven, high-energy event; for a calmer, great-value visit try weekday lunch for the Lunch Box special.

Yes, Vida Verde offers rooftop seating: guests frequently mention and enjoy the rooftop patio/lounge, though the Tiki Terrace is closed for the season and will re-open in Spring '26.

Smart casual is the guide, neat, put-together clothing without the need for formalwear; aim for polished but relaxed attire.

Vida Verde tends to be a lively, busy spot at peak times, DJs, dancing and the weekend bottomless brunch draw energetic crowds, while Sunday visits (especially Sunday brunch) are reported as noticeably calmer.

Vida Verde is a colorful, high-energy Mexican spot with DJs and multi-level spaces, guests describe a festive, party-focused vibe where music and celebrations are common and the decor is bright and playful.

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New York City
  4. Manhattan
  5. Hell's Kitchen

Make a booking

A photo of Vida Verde restaurant

Vida Verde

4.4
$30 and under
Mexican
Hell's Kitchen

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 45 times today
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Booking Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2026 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo