El-Taco NYC — Restaurant in New York

The food is genuinely good, though it’s pricey for what you get. Tacos are about $6 each and should really be cheaper. The chicken taco was just okay (a bit under-seasoned and soggy), but the beef and pork were excellent. The quesadilla was solid, and the guacamole stood out as fresh and clearly handmade, not prepackaged.

Nice selection of hot sauces too. Staff could be a bit friendlier, but overall it’s a solid neighborhood taco spot.

I paid about $45 for three tacos, a quesadilla, and chips with guac. It tastes great, but not quite worth that price for frequent visits.

I also don’t like the layout. The hot sauce station is right next to the cash register, where people line up, so it’s awkward squeezing through just to grab sauces. It would make more sense putting the hot sauce station in the back, the current setup makes the space...

I am so grateful this taco spot is now open. I have a mobile and virtual skincare clinic, Tomás Skin Studio so can easily pop in on the go meeting and servicing clients on the UES as an option for lunch (or even after leaving happy hour at Iggy’s)! Lately, late night dining options are slim to none unless you want to hit the Halal trucks or a mediocre pizza spot. Having El Taco as a solid option for a quick, quality food option into the night is genius! I tried the tacos and they are very fresh, the meat is well prepared, and there’s ample topping / salsa options to beef up any choice. Easy, simple, and good. I’ll be...

El Taco is my new favorite local spot- open late when I need a snack — the tacos are amazing! Super fresh ingredients, great flavor, and you can tell they really care about quality. It’s quickly become my go-to for a casual bite in the neighborhood.

Big shoutout to the Irish guy who got me in — such a friendly and genuine guy who clearly loves what he does. You can feel the good vibes the moment you walk in. Definitely worth checking out if you haven’t...