This place is a hidden gem and I've recommended all of my family and friends to go here, they make…read moreyou feel like family and their food is out of this world. Their quesadillas are amazing as well as their tacos. One thing that also sets this place a part from others is the fact that they also have a menu that changes daily so you don't get bored eating the same things. I highly recommend this place for authentic Mexican cuisine.

I always order the 3 for 10 quesadillas and I'm not at all disappointed. I always try to tell them…read moreto put everything and a lot of it bc last time I didn't ask I hardly got anything in it and it became dry always ask I get it with guacamole when there is and the green sauce

You need this in your life NOW!!!…read more This taco stand is open 24 hours a day, except Tuesdays. Three hardworking brothers and a team of staff operates this popular, but no name corner stand with a green tent. They have been open for over a year, and deserves to be recognized as one of the best tacos in NYC. This shop specializes in carnitas, which they cook in a cazuela, like in Mexico, and the streets of LA/SD. The menu includes all sorts of interest cuts from pigs and cows that some people may be wary of. To me, it reads like a book I don't ever want to put down. When you first arrive, the guys will give you a free sample taco with an assortment of pig parts such as ear, stomach, skin, and cheek. That's the hook! Because once you taste that addictive freebie, you're ready to blow all the cash you have left in your wallet for more of that crack. They have tacos and quesadillas, both are wonderful and filled to the brim with meats. Stationed on the table is also salsa and pickled onions/peppers. Add some hot sauce, and let the amazing taste wash over you. Protip: If you want off menu items like chicharron, you have to get there early before they sell out. There is a small wait on the weekends, but these guys work fast and furious. If you have no idea how to order, ask one of staff members or some the locals. Everyone is very friendly and willing to share because the food here makes them so damn happy. Honestly, there are almost no Mexican taco stands in NYC that I consider good enough to compete with what's available on the west coast. We need to support these guys and hope they will always be around. I will certainly be here as often as possible to get my fix.

Following Gordon's recommendations, I came here on a hot summer day to pick up carnitas tacos for a…read morepicnic in nearby Flushing Meadows Corona Park. There's some very impressive taco-craft happening at Los Tacos Hermanos Hernandez, and they're a great addition to the Corona food scene which is already pretty rich with Latin American options. The man cooking (whom I'm assuming is one of the Hermanos?) gave us the free lil sampler taco when we arrived, and we selected a few different parts of the pig from the carnitas list (truthfully had to use a lot of Google Translate to figure out what each part was) along with the chorizo. You can see the richly stewing carnitas in the giant metal pot that's on a continuous simmer, and I for one have always loved a forever soup across cultures. The tortillas are fresh and hot, and the staff packed everything up for us nicely along with a container of pico de gallo, some guacamole, and the salsa. Everything has a great homemade-with-love flavor, and we really enjoyed all the tacos. Come check this stand out; they're open nearly every day and have amazing work ethic even in the searing heat!

Evelia's Tamales is the kind of place you go to when you want authentic Mexican food not…read morewatered-down, not trendy, just real flavor. The tamales were the highlight. Soft, flavorful masa and generous filling. I also tried tacos and a quesadilla, and everything tasted homemade and well seasoned. You can tell they know what they're doing here. The toppings were fresh, and nothing felt rushed or sloppy. The vibe is simple and welcoming. It feels like a local neighborhood gem. Prices are reasonable, portions are solid, and the food actually delivers.

After a gym session, my sister had a craving for tamales, so we decided to check out this place…read moreshe'd been eyeing. Having never tried tamales before, I was pretty eager (thanks to her positive comments). We sampled both the adobo ($2) and birria ($2.5) tamales, and they were absolutely amazing. Personally, I found the adobo tamale to be slightly better in terms of flavor but both were equally well made with its rich, flavorful seasoning. My sister, who has tried tamales before, mentioned that these were even better than the ones she got from the random tamale table (near Woodside), thanks to the diverse flavor options available and how fresh they came out. The customer service here was exceptional. A friendly lady approached us, handed us menus, and took our order with a warm smile. Even though tipping isn't required, their service went above and beyond, making us feel genuinely welcome. We also couldn't resist trying the birria taco ($4), which arrived piping HOT. It was generously stuffed with birria, making it a hearty and satisfying choice. While it was a tad salty for my taste, my sisters thoroughly enjoyed it and had no complaints. Our total order came out to a little less than $10 for three people, which was perfect for a light snack before heading home for our protein dinner (get that protein intake in! EEEEEEEEEE)

I had the privilege to visit Angie's bites in Long Island City for an event they hosted for Yelp…read more Angie's bites served an array of amazing dishes and had a very elegant presentation in a sexy chic atmosphere in the lobby of the Ravel Hotel The empanadas are cooked to perfection and the variety is incredible. These empanadas are homemade and the fillings are extraordinary, some of my favorite's are chicken with cheese, curry chicken, bbq chicken, coconut curry shrimp, burria with cheese and oxtail - all were phenomenal. Honestly the empanadas were so flavorful on thier own a dipping sauce wasn't necessary, but they had them... so I had to try them. Well let me tell you, thier sauces were just as good, I loved the honey buffalo and pineapple jerk sauce. At the event there were also two delicious pastas and a variety of three salads; peachy green salad, minty melon delight and a mango cucumber strawberry, each with its own homemade dressing. To top off the night, Angie made coquito, margarita and a peach punch, all weee very good but the margarita was my favorite. Needless to say, I went home full and satisfied! Angie's bites serves out of the Ravel Hotel, which has quite a few event spaces where they can cater and customize the menu to your liking. The staff is extremely professional and very enthusiastic about serving customers. I got the chance to meet Angie herself and she talked about her business with such passion. Angie has a very kind and sweet demeanor, she loves serving customers and loves hearing thier feedback. The business is fairly new, but Angie has been perfecting her recipes for quite some time. I know there are bright things ahead for this business and I highly recommend. Angie's Bites also ships to frozen empanadas to your home, so you can serve them at your personal intimate events.

I have had Angie's Delightful items at two separate events now and they are very good…read more The bites are very tasty. Because the seasonings and spices, I would even say many of them are a crossover item,living somewhere between being empanadas and beef patties depending on the flavor. This is a good thing and a complement as they can arguably stand in a class by themselves. At one event there was also pasta, which was also tasty and more favorable than you may otherwise get from mass produced event food, without being overpowering. I have seen them work events at a bar/restaurant setting and in an event space, where they had control of the food presentation and did well. They are filling when eaten and most people won't just want one, because of flavor rather than being a size issue. I recommend trying these. Because they live in a special place that rises above a bland empanada, It's almost like they're cheating if you compare them to other items in the category.

I visited an authentic Mexican restaurant and grocery store for the first time, and the experience…read morewas fantastic. The lady behind the cash register kindly took the time to recommend some dishes and was very helpful in answering my questions. I eventually decided to try the Al Pastor nachos and tortas, both of which were delicious! Unlike many places where nachos come with more chips than toppings, this restaurant offered a generous amount of meat and vegetables. Since my food was made fresh, it took a few minutes for my order to be ready. While I waited, I browsed the store and discovered a variety of Mexican snacks I had never seen before. There are also a few tables in the middle of the store for dining in. I would definitely go back to try other items and pick up some snacks!

Amazing and affordable tacos! Service was amazing as well! It is rare to find a $2.5 taco in nyc,…read moreand this place is a neighbourhood gem.

I love a good taco stand. This is one of the best. Unfortunately, the days of $1-1.50 tacos from my…read moreyouth has disappeared. Even though this vendor sells tacos pequeño (small tacos, 2-3 bites), they are $3-4 each, which is not cheap. For that reason, I can't give them 5 stars. It's quite pricey considering that most full size tacos are selling for about $4.50-5.50 nowadays on the streets, but double in size. With that said, I appreciate the smaller size for me to enjoy more variety every time I stop by. My favorites change from visit to visit, but generally I always get Suadero (roast meat), Campechano (roast meat & sausage), Buche (pork stomach), Cabeza (beef head), and Lengua (beef tongue). I also like the extra weird parts like Cesos (beef brain) and Ojos (beef eye). However, the texture is very mushy and definitely not for everyone. As accompaniments, for every two tacos you order, they also give you a long stem onion that is quite tender and delicious. On the down side, instead of the traditional lime and radish that most places give, Tacos El Borrego offers lemon and cucumbers. I'm not sure why, except maybe they are cheaper options than the normal garnishes. Also, don't forget the flavorful green and red sauces on the table if you are eating there. Otherwise, ask for some to go. I miss the days when our group of friends would get a few tacos late at night after a party or night out drinking. The prices are no longer the same, but the food is still perfect for sobering up while having some laughs on the streets during the warm months. I think back to those days fondly whenever I'm at a taco stand nowadays, and Tacos El Botrego is one of my favorites in NYC.

Pete Wells sent us on a taco journey after a Mets game and I'm glad he did. I was shocked by this…read morebut the beef tongue was my favorite - the meat was so tender. I also loved the al pastor and the salsas they make. The red was too spicy for me but the green salsa was delicious.

This place has so many unique smoothies as well as a pretty big menu for their food items…read more I wasn't too hungry and since they didn't have elote, I got the esquite since it is very similar. My only complaint for the esquite was that it had a little too much water and mayo but other than that, the corn was sweet and all the seasoning was perfect and hit the spot! The main reason why this is one of my go to places now though is because of the smoothies. I haven't been too often just yet but the smoothies that I have tried from then so far have been absolutely perfect. I am just glad that I found this spot as the weather is getting warmer because I know I will be craving smoothies more often. The place is quite small and it was quite dim when I went in. They do have a couple of tables and seats as well. The service was also great. They were very sweet and our items came out in a timely manner.

2nd order from Tacos y jugos via Uber Eats…read more We ordered flautas, burritos and tostones. Each suffered from condensation between packing time and delivery time. We also ordered elote which is rolled up in tin foil. It was spicy for my palate and the crumbly cheese was okay. Just wasn't for my taste at all. But corn cleared my palate for the next bite. The rice in the burrito was undercooked. Some part of the grain was crunchy, but my boyfriend didn't notice it. I think I'll give this place another try.

$2 tamale. Moderately spicy green peppers. Right down the steps from LIRR/7train. Ez grab and go if…read moreu have a connecting train. Or on the way to airport Q70 is a few feet away

$2 tamales right down the steps of the 7 train on 61 and Roosevelt. The woman working is always…read morenice and these tamales are huge. My favorite ads the chicken with the salsa verde, the mole are also good. They're there for a good portion of the day too.