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Best Cheap Tacos Restaurants in East Village (10003)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

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Our Top Pick
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
High-volume taqueria delivering street-style tacos with rare consistency.

Notable Picks

#1 Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
8.8
$ Union Square
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Trendy Table Hotspots Late Night Legends
A standing-room taqueria that turns out Tijuana-style tacos with house-made tortillas and a fast-moving line. The adobada and carne asada stay juicy and char-kissed, and the simple salsa bar lets you dial heat and acid to taste. Expect a no-frills, high-energy stop that’s all about the taco in hand.
Must-Try Dishes: Adobada taco with pineapple, Carne asada taco, Chicken taco with salsa verde
What makes it special: High-volume taqueria delivering street-style tacos with rare consistency.
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#2 Taqueria St. Marks Place
8.4
$ East Village
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Group Dining Gatherings
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.
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Worthy Picks

#3 Dos Toros Taqueria (Union Square)
7.9
$$ Union Square
Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
A fast-casual taqueria built for customizable plates and tacos that stay consistent through busy lunch waves. The adobo chicken and carne asada tacos are the best bets, especially with their bright salsas and pickled onions. Not a destination vibe, but an efficient, good-value taco stop in the area.
Must-Try Dishes: Adobo Chicken Taco, Carne Asada Taco, Chips & Guacamole
What makes it special: Reliable, build-your-own tacos with quick throughput.
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#4 El Diablito Taqueria
7.7
$ East Village
Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Late Night Legends Quick Bites Champions
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.
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