Authentic Mexico City-style tacos w/ a vertical spit & killer al pastor. A must-try Brooklyn gem!
This Brooklyn taqueria is a vibrant spot serving up authentic Mexico City-style tacos. Expect a lively atmosphere and a focus on traditional flavors that have garnered significant praise.
The star of the show here is authentic Mexico City-style tacos, with a particular emphasis on the al pastor carved from a vertical spit. Many dishes, including the suadero, tripas, and campechano tacos, receive high marks. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, some reviewers mention that certain tacos can be dry or overly salty, and a few believe other establishments offer superior al pastor or carnitas.
"The suadero tacos, tripas tacos, al pastor, and campechano tacos are frequently recommended. The esquites with longaniza from a special event also received high praise."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its authentic and delicious tacos, often citing it as the best they've had in NYC. Some mention long wait times, but generally agree it's worth it.
Important Note
Some customers report long wait times, and a few reviewers have found certain dishes to be overly salty or dry. The location in Greenpoint may also be a consideration for some.
"This commenter stated that they genuinely don't believe there is a good al pastor taco available in NYC."
Negative"This commenter found the al pastor and campechano tacos at Taqueria Ramirez to be bland and under-seasoned, in contrast to their positive experience with Los Mariscos."
Negative"This commenter found Taqueria Ramirez to be mediocre, considering Carnitas Ramirez to be the only truly good taco spot they've tried in NYC."
Negative"This commenter includes Taqueria Ramirez among their list of the best tacos in NYC, stating they are on par with the best in Southern California."
Positive"This commenter strongly agrees that Taqueria Ramirez is unparalleled and unbelievably delicious, also stating that Los Tacos No 1 has become worse and is overhyped."
Positive"The author found the tacos at Taqueria Ramirez to be really good and considered them better than Los Tacos No 1."
Positive"This taqueria is called the NYC standard for tacos, often drawing lines around the block."
Positive"This user stated that Los Tacos is 'incredibly mid' with only one good meat option and a poor salsa bar."
Negative"This user recommended Wah Gwaan Taqueria at Smorgasburg for its jerk carnitas taco."
Positive"This user recommended Wah Gwaan Taqueria at Smorgasburg for its jerk carnitas taco."
Positive"This user believes that comments advising to go 'off the beaten path' without naming specific places are contrarian and untrue."
Neutral"This user mentioned that the family owning El Tenampa is phenomenal and has watched their daughter grow up."
Positive"The user believes El Chato's tacos generally have more flavor, but their tortillas are often soggy as a result. They still enjoy visiting both El Chato and Taqueria Ramirez."
Neutral"This user believes Taqueria Ramirez is still solid and one of the best in NYC, but noted a slight drop in flavor since they first opened. They recall it being comparable to CDMX tacos when they first visited."
Neutral"This user recommended Carnitas El Viejon, a food truck, stating its meat is incredibly flavorful and the tacos are generously portioned, comparing the value to Taqueria Ramirez."
Positive"This user enjoys El Chato but finds their tacos a bit greasy."
Neutral"This user elaborated that the idea of 'authentic' equaling 'good' for Mexican food in NYC is flawed, as many vendors are working long hours to send money home, not necessarily representing diverse culinary traditions from all parts of Mexico."
Neutral"The user finds Carnitas Ramirez to be much better than Taqueria Ramirez and also enjoys Los Tacos, but has not been impressed with Taqueria Ramirez and intends to revisit."
Positive"The user finds Carnitas Ramirez to be much better than Taqueria Ramirez and also enjoys Los Tacos, but has not been impressed with Taqueria Ramirez and intends to revisit."
Positive"The user recommended El Novillo 2 in Ridgewood as their favorite hole-in-the-wall spot."
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