Best Burritos Restaurants in East Village (10003)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Taqueria St. Marks Place
Crowd-proven burritos with a deep roster of meats.
Notable Picks
8.4
A high-traffic East Village taqueria that still turns out consistently solid burritos with properly seasoned meats and punchy salsas. The vibe is busy and casual, but the kitchen keeps pace, especially with carnitas and al pastor. Great for a fast, dependable burrito a block from Tompkins Square.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor Burrito, Carnitas Burrito, Lengua Burrito
What makes it special: Crowd-proven burritos with a deep roster of meats.
8.2
A Union Square-side staple for customizable Tex-Mex burritos with reliably generous portions. The draw is consistency and speed—rice, beans, and proteins are seasoned in a familiar, crowd-pleasing way. Not a destination room, but a strong everyday burrito for delivery or grab-and-go.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Burrito, Shrimp Burrito, Vegetarian Burrito Bowl
What makes it special: High-volume, build-your-own burritos that rarely miss.
A longtime East Village counter spot known for big, griddled burritos and especially strong breakfast options. The tortillas are pliant, fillings are generously seasoned, and the whole menu leans classic and comforting. Best for a fast, satisfying burrito you can take to Tompkins Square Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chorizo & Potato Breakfast Burrito, Smothered Chicken Burrito, Pernil Pork Burrito
What makes it special: Old-school East Village burritos with standout breakfast heft.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Electric Burrito is a compact San Diego–style shop built for takeout and fast refuels. Burritos are hefty, fries-in-the-wrap is a house signature, and the menu keeps things simple with big flavor payoff. Best for a casual grab-and-go that still feels made to order.
Must-Try Dishes:
California burrito, Breakfast burrito with fries, Birria taco special
What makes it special: San Diego burritos with fries, East Village pace.
7.7
A no-frills East Village taqueria where the draw is juicy birria and sturdy breakfast-leaning tacos. Tortillas are lightly griddled and loaded generously, making it a strong value play in the neighborhood. Low-key vibes and late hours keep it a useful local staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Al pastor taco, Breakfast burrito-style taco
What makes it special: Birria-forward tacos in a tiny, local-feeling room.