The go-to spot for authentic San Diego-style burritos, known for massive portions and a top-tier breakfast burrito.
This Mexican eatery is a top contender for the best burritos in NYC, often drawing comparisons to authentic San Diego style. Many rave about their breakfast burritos and the signature 'Hot Rod' burrito, with some calling it the best in the city. While most reviews are glowing, a few dissenting opinions mention mediocre food or issues with meat quality.
Electric Burrito is lauded for its burritos, with many considering it to be among the best in NYC and comparable to authentic San Diego style. The breakfast burrito and the 'Hot Rod' burrito are frequently highlighted as must-try items. Some users have had negative experiences, citing mediocre quality or poor meat, but the overall consensus leans positive.
"The breakfast burrito and the 'Hot Rod' burrito are highly recommended, with the latter even being called the best in the city by some."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Electric Burrito, frequently recommending it for its burritos, with specific praise for the breakfast burrito and the 'Hot Rod' variant. However, a few negative opinions exist, with some finding the food mediocre or criticizing the meat quality.
Important Note
While generally praised, some customers have found the food to be mediocre or have criticized the quality of the meat.
"This commenter agrees that Electric Burrito is close by and mentions getting the 'Hot Rod' for dinner, calling it a great breakfast burrito."
Positive"This commenter states that Electric Burrito 'kinda sucks'."
Negative"Electric Burrito is listed as a recommended spot for burritos."
Positive"The 'Hot Rod' burrito from Electric Burrito is praised as possibly the best burrito in the city."
Positive"Abracao, a coffee shop near Electric Burrito, is mentioned for having nice, simple breakfast items."
Positive"Electric Burrito is recommended as a place to get a delicious breakfast burrito, located a short walk from Union Square."
Positive"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."
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