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    Los Tacos No.1

    4.6 (4.1k reviews)
    ModerateTacos
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Carne Asada Taco,  Adobada Taco, Pollo Asado Taco
    Courtnay B.

    Great tacos with the best corn tortilla I've ever had. We had carne asada, chicken and carnitas. The carnitas was pretty spicy. We also had chips with guacamole - super fresh, but missed mashing some really big pieces of avocado. Warning- You will wait in a very long line. This place is really popular. The line moved fast and food came out quickly.

    Nopal Taco and Carne Asada Taco
    Kathleen J.

    Located inside Chelsea Market, these are easily the best tacos I've had in America. Everything is made fresh to order, and they were so good that we actually got back in line for a second round! We ordered the Nopal (grilled cactus) and the Carne Asada (grilled steak), and both were absolutely delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful, making the experience even better. Just be prepared to wait in line if you visit during peak hours, but trust me, they're worth it.

    Shanina S.

    LOS TACOS No.1 was born from a friendship between three close friends from Tijuana, Mexico, and Brawley, California, who set out to bring authentic Mexican tacos to the East Coast. Their secret? Traditional family recipes paired with fresh, simple ingredients straight from home create a truly authentic flavor. My son and I recently visited Chelsea Market, eager to try Los Tacos after hearing it's home to the best tacos in New York. From the moment we joined the line, the lively atmosphere and friendly staff made us feel welcome. I loved that the open kitchen allowed us to watch our food being freshly prepared. I ordered two Abodbo Tacos and two Carne Asada Tacos, and each bite was bursting with flavor. The Abodbo Tacos were slightly salty, but the pineapple topping perfectly balanced them with a sweet contrast. The Carne Asada Tacos stole the show--tender, flavorful meat topped with delicious ingredients that made each bite unforgettable. I'm already planning my next visit--these tacos are truly worth the return trip. Are they the best in New York? That's for you to decide.

    Alaleh P.

    Fresh tortillas, simple ingredients, and bold Mexican flavors are what make Los Tacos No. 1 one of the most popular food spots inside Chelsea Market. Founded by friends from Mexico and California, the restaurant focuses on authentic street-style tacos made with hand-pressed tortillas, quality meats, and traditional toppings. The setup is casual and fast-paced, and it's common to see a lineup, especially during lunch and dinner hours, but the line usually moves quickly. The menu is focused on a handful of tacos, quesadillas, and aguas frescas, with favorites like adobada, carne asada, pollo asado, and nopales. The open kitchen lets you watch tortillas being made fresh and meats being prepared right in front of you.

    Belinda T.

    I thought Los Tacos No. 1 was going to be all hype and no substance since it's so popular with tourists, but I have to admit I was wrong. We ordered one of each type of taco plus an extra steak quesadilla so we could try everything, and I was surprised by how good the tacos were. Everyone's favorite was the adobada (al pastor), which was juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor and came with a couple strips of pineapple. The nopal was surprisingly delicious too, soft and well seasoned, and the chicken was much better than I expected. Only complaint was that the tortillas weren't as fresh as I was expecting. However, we had them again at the Midtown East location and they were way better there, so maybe we just caught a bad batch. Tacos were around $6 each, more expensive than a lot of spots back home in LA, but pretty comparable to places with larger tacos. You order and pay at the counter, hand your ticket to the taco staff, and they'll assemble your tacos for you. You can get them with all the toppings, which includes onion, cilantro, guac, and salsa or customize how you want. These tacos are absolutely worth trying.

    Tacos Carne Asada, tamarindo water.
    Diana P.

    Tacos were good! Plus they serve you enough protein with guacamole at no extra charge. They also give you extra spring onions/chive and a green chili. I recommend nopal tacos. The tamarind water was too sweet for me so next time I'll order a different flavor. Overall, a solid place for a quick bite. Plus everyone is super nice and chatty!l

    Beef tacos
    David M.

    I'm still thinking about this taco. I tried the beef taco and their chips and salsa. From one gringo to another - that salsa is spicy. It was very flavorful and they used fresh ingredients. I thought the amount of meat you are served was great. Tired my sister's guac and it was very limey - I loved it. Next time I'm back in the area I'm headed here first. I also tried the beef quesadilla layer on during my stay. It was basically an open taco with added cheese. Very tasty, just not what I was expecting.

    Fried quesdilla with adobada
    Rachelle C.

    PSA: ORDER THE FRIED QUESADILLA WITH ADOBADA!! We have amazing adobada tacos on the west coast, but this was different! We went to Los Tacos No 1 4 times on our trip! LOL It was worth it every time! The line is always long but it goes by fast bc the staff work so well with each other and they never forget who ordered what! The first time we just got the taco, but a local in line ordered the special Fried Quesadilla with Adobada and he said it is "immaculate"- and he was definitely right!! Crispy fried tortilla, stretchy cheese, soft inside with lotssss of adobada and pineapple. Be careful, it's pretty spicy but deliciousss! Adobada is out by 6pm everyday- we literally walked from location to location bc they ran out of adobada.. lol I know... so go early!!!

    chicken quesadilla and steak taco
    Michelle L.

    Phenomenal tacos! I absolutely adore the green sauce! Have been here a couple times and it never disappoints! Usually a line but it typically moves pretty fast. Have tried the chicken quesadilla as well as the steak and pork tacos. Quesadilla was open faced which was interesting... basically a taco with cheese... but I'm not complaining. Everything is great, I think I like the chicken/pork better than the steak but you really can't go wrong. If you give Los Tacos a try make sure to drop by Los Mariscos as well which is right around the corner for the best fish tacos and ceviche! While I do love the green sauce on the Los Tacos tacos, I am partial to fish and slightly prefer Los Mariscos. They are both excellent! Overall, I would highly recommend Los Tacos and will definitely be returning!

    Andrea L.

    3.5, rounding to 4 because of Yelp - Born and raised in Southern California, so I'm quite critical of both price point and taste. At almost $6 a taco for street size bites (I think you need at least 3-4 to be full), it's a little steep but keep in mind you're in NYC and they do add guac to your taco. I ordered one carne asada and one adobada with everything. The carne asada was my favorite which was shocking because usually adobada or al pastor is more flavorful and juicier. But the carne asada here was actually a great quality of meat and quite tender to what I'm used to! Adobada was just way too salty for my liking. I ended up getting some pico de gallo on the salsa bar way off to the end to offset the saltiness. Service was fine. Super quick, just give your ticket to the staff and tell them what kind of tortilla and toppings. Limes were at the ordering counter but the salsa bar was toward the cashier which was a little strange! Salsa bar was minimal: just two types of roasted salsa, pico de gallo, radishes, and some dried whole chilis that I've never seen before / am not sure how to eat. If you're looking for a snack or a street taco craving and you're not based on the west coast, I think Los Tacos is worth trying, but I can't help but compare this to tacos back in California...

    Adobada
    Mirei K.

    Ordering was smooth, food is amazing, and it's great you can see it make it in front of you! The carne asada had a nice Smokey flavor to it and adobada had a good saltiness to it and it balanced very well with the 2 slices of pineapple. Service was good. It was in a food court.

    Carne asada taco
    Ivy T.

    Yes, it's worth the hype. I only got one since I wanted to save room for other things at the market, but I regret not going again. They didn't skimp out on the meat and the salsas were incredible

    Nicole G.

    I'd say Los Tacos No. 1 was my favorite while visiting New York and my two visits here is a great indicator. First visit, enjoyed the carne asada taco with everything on it and chips y salsa. Second visit, shared the carne asada quesadilla with everything on it. Both times hit so good! Chips y salsa were a nice addition and salsa I thought was flavorful, not spicy. It was packed both times, but service was efficient and quick. I'd say a definite must visit for me if/when I return to New York someday. I love the music playing in the restaurant.... Keeps it very lively.

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    Where can I get catering information?

    Hi Jessica. Here is a link to their website catering page. https://www.lostacos1.com/store/catering/. You can place an order here as long as you give them 24 hours notice.

    Do they do Taco Tuesday?

    No always the same price

    How do I get Los Tacos delivered?

    Hi Bailey, thank you for inquiring. We only offer a delivery option for catering orders with a minimum of 30 people.

    Do they cater to Gluten free?

    Yes, just make sure you request the corn tortillas and you're good to go.

    Is the meat halal?

    No It's mostly beer,steak,chicken and pork.

    Is this restaurant currently open? Is it closed due to COVID-19

    Open

    Do they still serve cheese shell tacos?

    They only told me they had flour, corn and flower !!! So I don't know if they have it

    What is the least busiest, best time to come and order?

    Probably the pre-lunchtime hour. After that it will be busy all day until the evening. I was there on a Monday around noon and there was a huge line. But.. don't let that scare you away. It moves very fast!

    What time to the serve the breakfast burritos?

    Any time is a good time !!

    Is the restaurant large enough for 9 people to have a group dinner?

    this is not a restaurant. its more of a taco stand in a market. you can have a group of 9 and just order at the counter, but theres no tables for a group of 9.

    Can we order takeout?

    Yes

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    Los Tacos No. 1

    Los Tacos No. 1

    4.6
    (469 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $

    We were sending off a friend and wanted to have them try something classic to NY so brought them…read morehere. Like was long per usual but it moved pretty well and we were at the front in time. Everyone we interacted with was friendly and fast/efficient. We ordered several carne asada tacos and quesadillas in addition to chips/guac. As always, everything was delicious - there's a reason they're so popular and considered one of if not the best tacos here. Similar type of location and layout as their other spots on the city. It's quick, loud, small, but efficient- quite fitting of NY. Always a good time and good food.

    You know a taco spot is going to be good when there's a line out the door! While we were waiting,…read moreyou could hear both locals and visitors talking about how amazing this place is, which only made me more excited to try it for myself. The hype was absolutely worth it. The adobada tacos were hands down the best tacos I've ever had. The homemade corn tortillas were fresh and flavorful, and the adobada was perfectly seasoned, juicy, and packed with flavor. I also tried the carne asada tacos, which were good but definitely overshadowed by the adobada. Each taco came topped with onions, cilantro, guacamole, and salsa. Just a heads-up--the salsa packs some serious heat! Overall, this place completely lived up to the hype. If you're in the area and don't mind waiting in line, it's absolutely worth it.

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    Where you pick up your food.
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    Carne Asada Quesadilla
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    Cinco De Mayo

    Cinco De Mayo

    4.6
    (39 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I had been doing banking errands most of the morning today, and I was hungry, and craving good…read moreauthentic Mexican food...specifically birria tacos. A quick internet search led me to this tiny little takeaway window. There were a few people waiting around for their orders, but the service was quick, and super friendly. The birria was amazing, super tender, perfect seasoning and came with two sauces for dipping. Unbelievably flavourful, and an impressive serving size. Great value for the money. Truly authentic Mexican street food. I'll be back.

    Cinco de Mayo landed on my radar when a bunch of us at work were looking for a place to grab some…read morelunch. We had our usual list of spots in Midtown East, but this time we wanted something a little different. We ultimately landed on Mexican, however even then there were several spots to chose from. One of my colleagues found CdM, and since we had nothing to lose we decided to check it out. In terms of physical space at CdM, there is very little; this is actually a walk-up spot hence it is solely a takeout restaurant. The menu is pretty straightforward - lots of Mexican staples with a good variety to choose from. The burrito bowl looked good so I decided to go with that - I was given choice of protein (I chose pastor) and types of beans (I chose black). The bowl was really good - all the ingredients tasted fresh and they were generous with the portion. They added sour cream to the top of the bowl and it came with a side of salsa verde which I thought was a nice touch. We also ordered some bags of tortilla chips to share - these were my favorite kind as they were semi-thick and super crunchy. Overall, I had a solid experience at Cinco de Mayo. It definitely hit the Mexican craving spot and I would have no qualms returning for another meal.

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    Cinco de Mayo Plate
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    Tacovision

    Tacovision

    4.1
    (485 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    I stopped in here while visiting NYC for a couple days with my 11yo. It was a great spot for happy…read morehour (frozen margs)!! The birria tacos were really good (or so my son said) but sadly the taquitos were terrible. They literally just had unseasoned shredded chicken (but serves me right for ordering something so basic). The salsa also tasted more like tomato paste than actual salsa. But again, the goal for this stop was a frozen marg(s) and that mission was accomplished and then were good . The atmosphere was also fun and lively and our server was attentive and never tried to push us out the door despite sitting there for a while!

    Unfortunately, this place had little to offer. The staff seemed uninterested--either they didn't…read morewant to serve customers, didn't want to be there, or both. The energy was flat, and that lack of enthusiasm carried right into the food. The menu needs a complete overhaul. I'm not sure if it's trying to be "different," but the taco options were unappealing just from reading the descriptions. I managed to choose the two best-sounding items I could find, and honestly, they were so bland I don't even remember what they were. The setup and decor were basic. This spot could be a fun hangout, but it would take a better menu and staff who actually seem to care. It feels like just another restaurant that's lost sight of creating an actual experience for guests. The lack of vibe is obvious--if you don't want customers, just say so. I'm giving 2 stars out of respect for the fact that people have to work for a living.

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    Rosa Mexicano

    Rosa Mexicano

    3.6
    (194 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Surprisingly happy with the happy hour we just had here. We sat at the bar and the server didn't…read moreseem too friendly, and I hate when they do this but they refuse to give you the happy hour menu while at the bar, during happy hour. After asking for it we ordered a pitcher of sangria and a few apps. The sangria was very small for the $24. We got the nachos with chicken, wings with the chipotle sauce and shrimp diablo. The nachos were not your typical plate, but my wife was thru were delicious, you just have to "deconstruct" the presentation. The wings were so much better than I thought. The meat fell right off the bone and they had so much flavor the shrimp were also delicious.

    Our server looked like the long lost son of a very recognizable actor which everyone enjoyed once…read morethe comment was made. Decent size Mexican restaurant with some seating in the front and a handful of tables in the back dining room. We started with chips and guac. The guac is large so I understand the price. It was very good. No complaints. The chips could have used more salt though which is always a concern. You'd think Mexican spots would have a tortilla chip down by now. I ordered a steak quesadilla. The steak was tender and had pretty good flavor. I just wish there was more. Especially considering the price. Certainly not a bad quesadilla but the value wasn't quite there. Still, a fine option if you want Mexican food and you are in the area. I'd say the 3.5 rating is pretty spot on.

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    Kitchen counter.
    Kitchen counter.
    Birria Quesatacos ($22)
    Birria Quesatacos ($22)
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    tán By Chef Richard Sandoval

    3.9
    (247 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    I had this place bookmarked for a while. Finally came for my birthday dinner. It was a rainy…read moreevening and I was hoping there'd be umbrella sleeves offered. I didn't see any but saw buckets for umbrellas. I opted not to leave it there since I didn't wanna forget or risk someone taking it. I took it upstairs with me. My friend had arrived and was seated. Apparently, they do offer sleeves because she got one. But the 3 people who were at the hostess booth failed to offer me one. The beautiful ambiance will get your attention immediately. It is a stunning space. The tableware was gorgeous as well. We waited for our last friend to arrive who was almost half an hour late before ordering (we thought she'd arrive sooner). Our server, Matias was gracious about it the whole time. What we ordered: Drinks: Passionfruit Margaritas & Mojito - we were happy with them. Tlayudas, Guacamole y Salsas - this was really good and a great option for the table to share. The homemade chips alone were excellent. Liked all the different dips. Guac could've used some cilantro and more acid/spice. Tán Ceviche - I loved this. Super fresh and great flavor. Could use a touch of acid. My entree was the Shrimp & Crab Enchiladas - This was pretty good. The sauce could've used some spice and some acid to cut through the richness. My friend ordered the Yellow Corn Soup as part of her meal and she did not like it. She said it was too sweet which I thought was strange. I tried a spoonful and I agreed with her. It needed a savory note and again, acid would've done wonders. Also, the crab was a bit fishy in this. She enjoyed her tamal though. I tried a touch of the sauce and it was delish. My other friend had the Quesabirria which she was also happy with. To sum up: Ambiance: 5/5 The space is undoubtedly gorgeous. Food: 4/5 Beautiful presentation on everything but each dish lacks an element or two to make it a home run. Staff: Wait staff 5/5. Downstairs staff (greeters/hostess) 4/5. Needs to be more on point like offering customers sleeves for umbrellas or pointing out the buckets to put them in. At some point through our entrees a group of 3 women were doing a 10-minute photo shoot by the stairway where our table was. Absolutely inappropriate behavior and a manager should've stopped it. Camera flashes all up in our faces while we're eating wasn't cool. Overall, still a great elevated Mexican cuisine option. The slight tweaks would make this a 5 star place for me. I'd return to try more things.

    What a GORGEOUS space. Whoever interior decorated this restaurant deserves their tens because it is…read morea spectacle. I had only seen daytime pics, but being there in the evening is a treat. If you are someone who is looking at an aesthetic place, this is a top contender. Unfortunately, I would say this place is better looking than the food is good. The food was fine, appetizers were all fresh but lacked any real depth in flavor. I wasn't too thrilled with the bone marrow I had either (but the tortillas come in the cutest basket). Personally, if it wasn't for the drinks and the space, I cant say this place is worth it - you're not coming here for the food. Another little complaint I have is the women's restroom on the second floor - right by the door is a floor to ceiling mirror which I understand was included to make the space seem bigger, but my friends and I agreed that it is a little misleading - I kept wanting to walk into it thinking there was more space there and not wall. I would recommend maybe putting a decal on it to clearly show its mirror.

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