Craving authentic Cali-style burritos? This spot is a top pick, serving massive, fresh burritos.
This spot is a standout for those craving authentic California-style burritos in NYC, often cited as one of the best. Customers rave about the generous portions and fresh ingredients, making it a go-to for a satisfying meal. While most reviews are glowing, a few dissenters have raised concerns about meat quality and adherence to true San Diego style.
The restaurant is highly regarded for its burritos, particularly its California-style options. Many customers commend the freshness, size, and overall taste, with some specifically recommending the breakfast burritos and the pollo asada California burrito. A minority of reviews, however, express disappointment, citing poor meat quality and a lack of authentic San Diego style.
"The California-style burritos, including the pollo asada California burrito and breakfast burritos, are frequently recommended."
Customers generally praise the burritos, with many considering it one of the best California-style burrito spots in NYC. However, a few users have had negative experiences, criticizing the meat quality and authenticity.
Important Note
Some users have expressed negative opinions regarding the authenticity of the San Diego style and the quality of the meat used.
"The commenter found Electric Burrito to be "pretty mediocre" despite suggestions that it offers San Diego-style burritos."
Negative"Electric Burrito is suggested as a place in Manhattan that is "pretty much as SD as it gets" for burritos."
Neutral"Electric Burrito is seconding the suggestion, noting it's quick, close by, offers large portions, and is quite tasty."
Positive"Electric Burrito is suggested as a dinner option."
Neutral"The original poster considers Electric Burrito to be great for burritos, despite its inconvenient location relative to the UES."
Positive"The commenter bluntly dismisses Electric Burrito as 'trash,' indicating a very negative overall impression."
Negative"The commenter harshly criticizes Electric Burrito, claiming their meat is of extremely poor quality ('dog meat')."
Negative"A staple for the author when visiting NYC, the pollo asada California burrito at Electric Burrito was still very good, though a few bits of gristle slightly lowered its rating this time."
Positive"Recommends Electric Burrito as an awesome breakfast burrito place."
Positive"States directly that Electric Burrito "sucks"."
Negative"Criticizes the food, stating it is absolutely nothing like authentic San Diego style."
Negative"Mentions the owner is from San Diego and reportedly sources tortillas from there."
Neutral"Agrees with the recommendation for Electric Burrito."
Positive"User has enjoyed lunch/dinner here previously and is interested to learn they offer breakfast burritos."
Positive"Electric Burritto is fantastic when it comes to breakfast."
Positive"The original poster noted seeing many recommendations for Electric Burrito and considered a burrito food tour."
Neutral"A user agreed that Electric Burrito is close to CA style and noted their burritos are massive."
Positive"A user replied that Electric Burrito was pretty fresh, well-organized, and clean last time they went."
Positive"A user stated Electric Burrito is the closest to California (CA) burritos they've found in NYC."
Positive"A user strongly disagreed, calling Electric Burrito garbage and claiming they don't serve an actual California burrito."
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