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Ricos Tacos
$$ · Mexican, Tacos, Burritos

505 51st St, Brooklyn, NY 11220

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Best Tacos in Sunset Park Best Burritos in Sunset Park Best Late Night Mexican in Sunset Park Best Late Night Tacos in Sunset Park Best Cheap Mexican Food in Sunset Park

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Ricos Tacos 8.4
Sunset Park
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Late Night Legends Quick Bites Champions Group Dining Gatherings
Ricos Tacos is a 51st Street institution, running long hours for tacos, tortas, and full plates that fuel neighborhood regulars day and night. The menu leans hearty, with griddled meats, chilaquiles, and overstuffed sandwiches served in a no-frills dining room.
Must-Try Dishes: Tacos de pierna adobada, Chilaquiles rojos con cecina, Pierna adobada torta
Scores:
Value: 8.8 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 6.5 Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: High-volume, late-hours Mexican spot where tacos share billing with big plates and tortas.
Who should go: Hungry night owls and locals who want hearty Mexican classics.
When to visit: Late nights or weekend afternoons for peak energy and turnover.
What to order: Pierna adobada tacos, chilaquiles rojos, a loaded torta to share.
Insider tip: Order a torta and a taco plate to split; portions run large and filling.