NYC's go-to for authentic Mexican street tacos & breakfast burritos w/ fresh tortillas. A must-try!
Experience the authentic flavors of Mexico at Los Tacos No. 1, a celebrated taqueria with multiple locations across NYC. Renowned for its fresh, handmade tortillas and high-quality ingredients, it offers a true taste of street food. Whether you're craving their signature adobada or a hearty breakfast burrito, Los Tacos No. 1 delivers a consistently delicious and satisfying meal that has garnered widespread acclaim.
Los Tacos No. 1 is celebrated for its authentic Mexican street tacos, particularly the adobada (pork) and carne asada. Customers rave about the fresh, handmade corn tortillas and the quality of the meats. The breakfast burritos, especially the Machaca, are also highly recommended. While generally praised, some find the chicken and beef tacos less exceptional, and prices can be a point of discussion for some compared to other regions.
"Customers frequently recommend the Adobada tacos, Carne Asada tacos, and the breakfast burritos. The 'vampiro style' tacos, which feature a crispy tortilla with cheese, are also a popular suggestion."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Los Tacos No. 1 for its authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and consistently delicious tacos, with many calling it the best they've ever had.
Important Note
Some users mention that Los Tacos No. 1 can be crowded and is primarily a standing-room-only establishment, which may not be ideal for a leisurely dining experience. There's also a debate among users about its pricing and whether it lives up to the hype compared to other taco spots.
"This user finds that two breakfast burritos from Los Tacos are sufficient to fill them up."
Neutral"This user noted that the breakfast burritos from Los Tacos are small compared to the large size of the burrito from Best Damn Breakfast Burrito."
Neutral"Tacos numero uno is listed as a recommended taco spot, noted as a chain."
Positive"This user feels Los Tacos No. 1 is no better than many mediocre Mexican places nationwide and criticizes the hype driven by social media and PR campaigns, stating that NYC's true culinary offerings lie in historic restaurants, ethnic neighborhoods, and hole-in-the-wall establishments."
Negative"The user commented that Los Tacos No. 1 is a place many locals frequent and that competent tacos are hard to find in Manhattan below 106th Street."
Neutral"This user believes Los Tacos No. 1 is now elevated fast food, a bit overhyped, and not as good since becoming a chain."
Negative"The user finds Los Tacos No. 1 to be a bit overhyped and suggests that casual, hole-in-the-wall spots can be just as enjoyable as impressive ones, emphasizing the importance of photos, neighborhoods, and menus when choosing a place."
Negative"The user visited Los Tacos No. 1 based on reviews and found it to be a fast-food-like experience, decent for a quick bite but not offering a 'wow factor'."
Negative"The commenter stated they would be happy to go to Los Tacos No. 1, indicating they are not picky about the dining choice."
Neutral"The commenter notes that tacos might be less impressive in NYC compared to LA, suggesting they could be skipped."
Neutral"No. 1 Los Tacos is mentioned as a popular option for tacos."
Positive"Los Tacos No. 1 is recommended as a good option for a relatively inexpensive lunch."
Positive"The user mentions Los Tacos on 41st St as a backup plan for comfort food, but prefers a place where they can sit and spend time."
Neutral"The commenter questioned the author's choice of tacos, specifically asking why they didn't order the adobada tacos."
Neutral"The author enjoyed two carne asada tacos, while their boyfriend had one carne asada and two chicken tacos, along with chips and guacamole. They noted that corn tortillas were used and everything was included on the tacos. The experience was deemed worth the hype."
Positive"This commenter recommends Los Tacos No. 1 as a must-try spot for the user's NYC trip, fitting into a mix of iconic and casual eateries."
Positive"This commenter suggests skipping Los Tacos No. 1, recommending exploration of other food options in the East Village, Chinatown, or Lower East Side instead of staying in Midtown."
Negative"The original poster plans to visit Los Tacos No. 1 after a game at MSG, seeing it as a casual and accessible option."
Positive"This commenter believes Los Tacos No. 1 is a decent meal but not exceptional, stating that Chicago's Mexican food scene is generally superior. They advise managing expectations, comparing it to an average 'good taco spot' in Chicago."
Neutral"This comment simply listed 'los tacos no 1 near msg' as a suggestion."
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