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    Esse Taco

    4.0 (113 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Pollo a la plancha
    Monica P.

    I've searched far and wide for decent tacos in NYC and finally found some at Esse- while they are delicious, they are certainly on the pricier side (between $5-$8)

    Pamela P.

    When I heard Enrique Olvera was opening a taqueria in Williamsburg I knew I had to try it. I loved it. Wish there was seating, but the place is small, the brisket tacos are the winner, we also tried their other flavors but brisket were our favorite by far! The pumpkin soup was also very interesting and tasteful as were all the sauces available in the sauce bar. This tacos are expensive but Olvera is a 2 Michelin star chef in Mexico, so in my opinion, worth it. The bathroom could be cleaner. Drinks were good.

    Pork loin taco "Al Pastor"
    Marilu S.

    I went to Esse taco right before a concert. I ordered myself the pork loin al pastor taco. The service was great and pretty quick. The ambiance is laidback and it has a nice aesthetic vibe. My taco had so much flavor it was superb. I like that they have additional toppings on the side like adding more salsa to your taco and hot peppers. This is a really good taco restaurant in Williamsburg Brooklyn. 10/10 recommendation.

    Tacos Hongos
    Heidi B.

    I consider myself a bit of a taco aficionado and I don't know why but I didn't have high hopes for this place. When I walk by something gives me frat party vibes. Came here with a friend and ordered the only vegetarian taco option which was hongos. And OMG they were amazing and I'm still thinking about them. Guac and chips also good, and salsa verde is flavorful. I noticed that they are unusually heavy handed with raw onions, didn't bother me but my husband hates onions so I noticed.

    Gloria L.

    Super casual drop in vibes! There's a lot of standing room inside to eat your tacos as well as a few sitting areas outside I ordered the chicken "poc chuc" and the rib eye steak. I was pleasantly surprised by the chicken taco and I really enjoyed it because the chicken was super moist and it had a lot of juices. I loved the picked red onions The rib eye steak, not sure if it's worth the $7 price tag. They have one piece of steak, the size of the tortilla but the cut of the steak was thin. I wish it was a thicker cut or cubes so there's a texture contrast. I did like the green onions that they added on top but they might have added a little too much because that was the majority of the flavor profile when I was eating it. Would've liked the flavor of the steak to pull through a bit more

    Anna K.

    Amazing taco place! Visited there once with my friend's recommendation and it was good! Ordered beef tacos and it was delicious. Would love to try other things!!

    Pork taco and chicken taco
    Nicolas L.

    Really incredible. I got to try Enrique Olvera's tortillas when I was in Mexico City years ago at Pujol and he really brought his all to this place. The tortillas here are just as excellent as I remember. The meat could not be more juicy and the salsa selection was fantastic. Highly suggest grabbing as many of the roasted peppers as possible from the salsa station! I grew up in LA so I'm a Mexican food snob--this is easily the best tacos I've had in the city. Do with that what you will!

    Tacos!
    Christine L.

    Cute casual taco spot in Williamsburg right off the L that always seems to be busy- and for good reason! Delish tacos- the brisket and al pastor were both super flavorful and filling. Also tried the horchata, very refreshing! Plenty of standing tables to chow your tacos down right there, or opt for takeout!

    Hengameh B.

    I'm plant-based and ordered the mushroom taco... and when I tell you I was NOT prepared I have never had a mushroom taco taste that good in my life. The flavor?? Insane. Perfectly seasoned, everything. I literally had to order a second one because there was no way I was stopping at one. So, so delicious. I'm 100% going back. Huge shoutout to the chef and the entire team for killing it and Valerie at the register is the sweetest ever. Amazing customer service and even better food. 10/10

    Pork Adobo and the Oyster Mushroom tacos, on corn tortillas and margarita
    Jane B.

    Tasty tacos in a casual, quick setting I've been to Esse a few times--it's a great casual taco spot right on Bedford, just a short walk from the L train. It's a quick, no-fuss kind of place where you order via iPads or directly from the staff, and your food is ready within minutes. There's no formal seating, but they have standing room at barrel-style tables both inside and outside. In warmer weather, they open up the space for a nice indoor/outdoor vibe. The menu is fairly limited, but what they do, they do well. I've tried the Pork Adobo and the Oyster Mushroom tacos, both on corn tortillas (a solid gluten-free option). The tacos are generously filled--two is usually plenty. The pork is crispy and flavorful, and the mushroom taco is a favorite for any mushroom lover. Their guac and chips are fresh and tasty, though the margarita if fine and on the small side. Overall, a great go-to for casual tacos and quick bites in the neighborhood.

    Ribeye steak taco
    Katherine N.

    Esse Taco is doing something right, because that ribeye steak taco? Unreal. Juicy, flavorful, borderline addictive. I'd go back for that alone. Also had the meringue sundae--crunchy bits in ice cream are my weakness, and this one hit the spot. There's no seating, so don't come expecting a long, leisurely meal. It's more of a stand-and-mingle kind of place, which honestly works with the high energy and social vibe they've got going. The staff is super friendly, which makes the whole experience even better. Not the cheapest taco joint in town, but if you're taco-hopping or just need a quick bite that doesn't disappoint, Esse Taco is worth the stop.

    Sampler
    Mia H.

    Located in Brooklyn, this taco joint is a casual spot with metallic standing tables for you to eat at. Definitely a quick bite kind of spot as there is no seating. You can order at the counter or a kiosk and your name is called once the tacos are ready. I got the sampler plate with the steak, chicken, pork, and mushroom tacos. After your name is called, there are also a variety of sauces and toppings you can grab to enjoy with your tacos. I'm not sure what it's called but the green sauce that I got was SO good with the tacos. My personal favorite was the pork one with the chicken being a close second. Loved all the toppings and it was amazing.

    Brisket and adobado
    Warren A.

    Easily one of my top 5 taco spots in NY. I tried the brisket and the adobado. You can totally taste the delicious fat from the beef on the brisket which was amazing. For the adobado what sets it apart from other spots is the pineapple butter which ensures you get a bit of pineapple in every bite. Definitely coming back to try more!!

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    Nenes Taqueria

    4.4
    (184 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Found myself craving Mexican (specifically, Birria) one Friday evening after a long work week…read more Nenes Taqueria hit the spot in every way I wanted. I went on a Friday evening around 9:30pm. It was still fairly busy inside, but it was mostly people grabbing to-go orders. After ordering I snagged a spot at the counter. There's extremely limited seating, so I wouldn't bank on eating at the restaurant when it's busy. Be prepared to take your food to go. I got the Nene's Deluxe, which comes with a taco, a mulita, and an empanada - all with Birria of course. It was all delicious. The mulita was at the bottom of the box and got completely soaked with Birria. It was extremely messy to eat. Get plenty of napkins. I also got a side of fries and nacho cheese, because it was a long week and I deserved it. They had a seasonal strawberry horchata as well. This was okay. I also think I might just not love horchata in general. This meal definitely hit the spot. The Birria and consommé were top notch. I would return in a heartbeat.

    I tried their Birria deluxe set that comes with a Birria taco, Birria empanada, Birria Mulita, and…read moreconsome for $16. That's a great deal! The Birria taco was good! The empanada was not like the usual closed off empanada, it was like open like a taco but instead of a taco shell, it was like the empanada dough. I didn't try the mulita yet but it was huge. Filling between two tortillas and I saw some guac filling as well. The consome was good! Not too salty - and has general pieces of meat inside the soup. The tacos were good but I felt like it lacked a little depth. I added some of the mango(?) it was a sweetish salsa and that gave it a nice little kick.

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    4.4
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    I had thought I discovered a hidden gem when I tried their Lengua taco for the first time in park…read moreslope. Turns out they have several locations and are extremely popular. I felt dumbfounded! Nenes is something like the in n out of nyc. When my friend and I saw the storefront, the line was out the door. Many years ago back in LA, I had a mediocre cactus dish at a diner and never looked back. My friend went for a cactus mulita and I took a bite that turned into two more big ones. The cactus was crazy delicious with gobs of pull apart cheese, crispy browned edges, thick corn tortilla flavor, and spicy mango salsa, and pickled onion. When you come to nenes, you forget the line and wait. You transfigure into sheep and are happily a part of the herd. The only thing everyone is thinking are the minutes on the clock before annihilating the food.

    This place is quite affordable, as it was $13 for a pretty well-sized burrito. The burrito was…read moregood. However, I felt like the meat was a little dry and could have used a little more flavor, but overall it was solid. I do really like the sauce bar they have! The orange salsa was sweet and smoky and spicy, and the green salsa was very solid, and I liked the pickled radish as well. The service is very efficient, and the ambience inside feels very no-frills and authentic. Overall, I would recommend this place if you're looking for a good quick value meal.

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