Authentic Mexican tacos, especially the highly praised adobada, with fresh handmade tortillas. Lines move fast!
Esteemed for its authentic Mexican flavors, Los Tacos No. 1 consistently draws crowds with its exceptional tacos. The adobada taco, often lauded on a corn tortilla, is a must-try, with many considering it one of the best in the city. Other favorites include the steak tacos and carne asada, praised for their tenderness and flavor. Customers also appreciate the fresh, handmade tortillas, a testament to the restaurant's commitment to traditional preparation. While lines can sometimes be daunting, most patrons agree they move swiftly, making the wait worthwhile for a delicious and quick meal. For those seeking a taste of genuine Mexican street food, Los Tacos No. 1 is a highly recommended destination.
Los Tacos No. 1 is celebrated for its authentic Mexican flavors, with a particular emphasis on its tacos. The adobada (pork) taco is a consistent favorite, often described as 'insane' or a favorite city meal when served on a corn tortilla. Steak tacos, carne asada, and quesadillas also receive high praise. Some users recommend trying the nopal plate with asada, and the breakfast burrito is also available. A few customers noted that the tacos can become soggy if not consumed right away. The establishment also offers horchata.
"The Adobada taco, particularly on a corn tortilla, is a standout recommendation. Other praised dishes include steak tacos, carne asada, and quesadillas."
Customers generally have a positive view of Los Tacos No. 1, frequently praising the quality and authenticity of their Mexican cuisine, especially the tacos. The adobada taco and steak tacos are often highlighted as standouts. While the food is highly regarded, some users note that tacos can get soggy if not eaten immediately. The lines can be long, but many find they move quickly.
Important Note
Tacos can get soggy if not eaten immediately. While lines are common, they tend to move quickly.
"This user states that comparing Los Tacos and Birria Landia is a bad comparison, advising to go to Birria Landia for birria tacos and Los Tacos for other types."
Neutral"This user states the corn tortillas and the tenderness of the al pastor at Los Tacos reminds them of Mexico."
Positive"Los Tacos is considered okay but overrated by this user, though they acknowledge the freshness of the corn tortillas."
Neutral"This user recommends Los Tacos No. 1 and also suggests their fish taco spot, Los Mariscos."
Positive"The steak taco 'con todos' from Los Tacos is considered a masterpiece by this user."
Positive"Los Tacos is described as more refined with great adobada and carne asada, and fresh tortillas, making them among the best in NY. They are contrasted with Birria Landia, which is seen as a guilty pleasure."
Positive"Los Tacos and Ramirez are considered a cut above other Mexican food options in the Jackson Heights/Corona area."
Positive"This user agrees that neighborhoods in Queens don't have many places better than Los Tacos or Ramirez, countering a myth about Queens' Mexican food scene."
Positive"This user enjoys the tacos at Los Tacos No. 1 and their salsa bar, finding them preferable to Birria Landia for traditional tacos, despite the stressful lines and ordering process."
Positive"This Texan user found Los Tacos surprising and a good substitute for Texas tacos, though they believe Texas does it better and cheaper."
Neutral"Los Tacos No. 1 is recommended for its good Horchata."
Positive"This user disputes the idea that Queens has better Mexican food than Los Tacos, stating that Los Tacos uses handmade tortillas from nixtamalized corn, unlike most Queens taco trucks."
Positive"Both Los Tacos and Birria Landia are liked, but Los Tacos is preferred for a quick snack."
Positive"Los Tacos offers more protein options and their adobada is considered unbeatable by this user."
Positive"Los Tacos is preferred by this user over Birria Landia."
Positive"A negative sentiment towards both restaurants, calling them 'meh'."
Negative"This user points out the proximity of both restaurants and suggests visiting both, questioning the need to choose."
Neutral"This user finds Birria to be heavy and would choose Los Tacos because they could eat there every day."
Positive"This user recommends Los Tacos and advises getting flour tortillas instead of corn, noting that Birria Landia's consommé is very rich."
Neutral"This user suggests Los Tacos for general tacos, specifically mentioning the adobada, and Birria Landia for birria, mulita, and consomm ."
Neutral"This user, who is Mexican and from LA, visited Los Tacos twice and enjoyed the nopal plate with asada, as well as steak tacos and quesadillas. They found Birria to be heavier and preferred Los Tacos."
Positive"A general comment suggesting to decide based on specialty, implying different options are available at each place."
Neutral"User Key-Sand-4153 includes Los Tacos No. 1 in their list of go-to restaurants."
Positive"User manicakes1 recommends Los Tacos No. 1, particularly the Lafayette location, for usually having short waits."
Positive"Recommends Los Tacos #1 in the LES for their adobada (pork) taco, suggesting it as part of a taco crawl."
Positive"Recommends Los Tacos, calling the adobado (adobada) insane."
Positive"Suggests Los Tacos No. 1 as an option for tacos."
Neutral"Recommends getting the Adobada taco on a corn tortilla."
Positive"Acknowledges Los Tacos is great and authentic Mexican (citing a friend from Baja), but personally wouldn't go out of the way for it and prefers birria-style tacos."
Neutral"Observes that Los Tacos seems to have an exceptionally strong positive reputation ('chokehold') on the subreddit."
Neutral"Describes the process: the line to order at Los Tacos can be long, but the taco-making itself has multiple lines and moves quickly."
Positive"Reaffirms that Los Tacos lines move quickly, unlike some other popular spots, suggesting any location is fine."
Positive"States that Los Tacos lines on Saturdays aren't bad and move fast, taking only 10-15 minutes even if they reach the door."
Positive"Warns that the food (presumably tacos) from Los Tacos gets soggy quickly and is best eaten immediately, not ordered in advance."
Negative"Suggests Birria LES is a much better option than Los Tacos if the original poster goes to the Lower East Side."
Negative"Claims that the TriBeCa location of Los Tacos is the best among its branches."
Positive"Clarifies that the 'LES' location mentioned by the original poster is likely the Los Tacos in NOHO (Lafayette and Bond), close to LES/Soho/East Village."
Neutral"Addresses the original poster's concern about lines, stating the line at Los Tacos moves quickly and service takes under 20 minutes."
Positive"Mentions a Los Tacos location near Wall Street and confirms its lines also move quickly."
Positive"Confirms that if there is a line at Los Tacos, it moves quickly."
Positive"Informs about a new Los Tacos location at Hudson Yards, noting its convenience for Highline visitors."
Neutral"The one on Lafayette does breakfast burritos too"
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