Birria LES — Restaurant in New York

I usually never leave reviews but I had to since I've never had this horrible experience like today. I went in with a group of friends and ordered a lot of food. I ordered 1 shrimp taco and 1 chicken taco. Due to religious reasons, I asked them to give me my food in a separate box. Once we got our food, we went to a nearby park to eat it. When we opened our food, we realized that they did not give us the full order. It was missing 1 chicken taco, and they mixed one of my friends taco with chicken and beef. After I took a bite of my shrimp tacos and opened it to see that there's beef inside it. That was just so upsetting since I specifically mentioned that I could not have it and I did not even order beef. My friend and I took it back to them and told them that they put beef in our tacos and the lady did not seem to care at all. She was arrogant, and kept insisting that it was our fault. She did not take any fault and did not even say sorry. Her manager rolled his eyes at us. My friend explained that instead of religious reasons, other people may have allergies and it could seriously harm them. However, the lady was being extremely rude and did not care. THESE PEOPLE DO NOT CARE ABOUT PEOPLE'S RELIGIOUS OR...

Upon a late night arrival, my siblings and I were uncertain regarding the authenticity of their online fame. We were welcomed with an underwhelming ambiance. The joint was deserted, except for two couples and a lonely customer. Knowing that in New York, the city where nobody sleeps, no gem is ever left without a line.

Regardless of this unexpected scene, we put aside our dignity and dove into this Latino experience. The cashier, a welcoming presence, suggested their best sellers. Their famous beef birria tacos and sliders. The wait was short enough to be overlooked, but long enough to leave us unimpressed.

Once our number was called upon and our fresh steaming platters presented to us, we were aesthetically pleased. When the time came to activate our tastebuds, they were incinerated. The scorching hot tacos burned through the flavor of the spices, but once they cooled down we realized that these WERE just any birria tacos. The taste was somewhat mediocre for the exorbitant price of 5$ a tacos.

On the other hand, the soft pillowy bread of the sliders invited us into a warm soothing state of mind.

Overall, what stuck to us were the small portions, the average taste and very minimal seating....

We visited a small, cozy shop specializing in halal Mexican food, and it turned out to be a delightful experience. We ordered the beef birria tacos with cheese, the accompanying consomé, and a chicken tostada. Every dish was bursting with bold, authentic flavors that left a lasting impression.

The beef birria tacos were especially outstanding-tender, juicy meat perfectly balanced with melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy, golden tortilla. The chicken tostada was another highlight, offering a fresh, crunchy bite topped with savory, well-seasoned chicken and vibrant toppings. While the consomé was flavorful and rich, it didn’t quite stand out as much as the tacos and tostada, but still added a nice touch to the meal.

Service was quick and efficient, and although the shop is small, with a mix of standing counters and limited seating, the vibe was warm and inviting. It’s the kind of spot where the focus is clearly on quality food made with care.

Overall, if you’re craving Mexican cuisine and looking for halal options, this place does a fantastic job. It’s a hidden gem that delivers on both taste...