Animo!

Name: Animo!
Address: 1004 2nd Ave, New York, NY, 10022, US
Telephone: +12128371791
Price range: $$

Mexican$$Sutton Place

$$ · Moderate
Reservations not listed
1004 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10022
+12128371791
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$325 annual fee
4x on up to $50,000 of eligible spend a year
≈$6.00
6%
With Upside: ≈$16.00 · 16%
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400 Membership Rewards · ≈$6.00 at 1.5¢ each (valuation from Aug 2025)
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$95 annual fee
≈$5.40
5.4%
With Upside: ≈$15.40 · 15%
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300 Chase Ultimate Rewards · ≈$5.40 at 1.8¢ each (valuation from Jan 2026)
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$795 annual fee
≈$5.40
5.4%
With Upside: ≈$15.40 · 15%
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About

Animo! serves authentic Mexican cuisine from morning through night in Midtown East, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch.

This Midtown East restaurant offers authentic Mexican dishes crafted from scratch, including tacos, chilaquiles, and fresh pastries.

The venue features counter service, outdoor seating, and a full bar with craft cocktails and Mexican spirits.

Known for

Authentic Mexican cuisine
Counter service
Outdoor seating
Craft cocktails

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Upside
11% back
Upside · Every day
11% back, up to $10 · Upside's public offer, yours may differ
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Bilt Dining
1 point per $1
Bilt Rewards · Every day
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Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	8 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday	8 AM – 3 PM
Thursday	8 AM – 10 PM
Friday	8 AM – 10 PM
Saturday	8 AM – 10 PM
Sunday	8 AM – 3 PM

Location

1004 2nd Ave · Sutton Place, New York

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Breakfast

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