Best Tacos Restaurants in Long Island City (11101)
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Casa Enrique
Michelin-recognized Mexican cooking anchored by mole, braises, and bigger plates.
Notable Picks
#1
Casa Enrique
8.8
A long-running LIC destination for regionally rooted Mexican cooking that leans into big, slow-cooked plates as much as tacos. The room stays energetic, and the kitchen’s best dishes reward ordering beyond the basics—think mole, braises, and seafood with deep chile-driven flavor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole de Piaxtla, Braised lamb shank, Branzino “al pastor”
What makes it special: Michelin-recognized Mexican cooking anchored by mole, braises, and bigger plates.
8.4
A birria-forward taco truck where the move is all about texture and dunkability—crispy edges, tender meat, and consomé that ties the whole order together. It’s best as a targeted stop: a tight set of tacos or a mulita, then get out before the food loses heat.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos with consomé, Birria mulita, Consomé dip
What makes it special: Birria that stays juicy and built to be dipped, not just eaten.
8.3
A modern, cocktails-friendly Mexican spot that works best as a shareable-plates night—crispy snacks, queso, and tacos built for mixing and matching. It’s a strong pick when you want a lively room and a menu that can pivot from casual bites to a fuller dinner flow.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Esquites de la casa, Chipotle queso & chips
What makes it special: Shareable, bar-forward Mexican built around tacos, queso, and snackable sides.
8.0
A small cafe format where tacos and Mexican staples feel made with care—less nightlife, more daytime comfort with a steady hand on seasoning. It’s the right pick when you want tacos in a calmer setting that still delivers real flavor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles with eggs, Shrimp tacos, Breakfast burrito
What makes it special: All-day Mexican cafe energy with standout chilaquiles and filling plates.
Worthy Picks
#5
Blend
7.9
A lively Latin-fusion dining room where tacos are part of a bigger night—cocktails, energy, and shareable plates. Treat the tacos as one component of the table, paired with a bright starter and one signature drink to keep the meal from feeling heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak tacos, Shrimp tacos, Guacamole and chips
What makes it special: High-energy Latin-fusion spot where tacos work best with cocktails.
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A no-frills neighborhood taqueria built for quick, satisfying Mexican comfort—tacos, burritos, and plates that hit hardest when you lean into classic proteins. It’s the kind of spot that works best as a repeatable weeknight order rather than a special-occasion destination.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Carnitas burrito, Chilaquiles
What makes it special: Fast, affordable tacos and burritos that stay reliably satisfying.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A straightforward, delivery-friendly taco spot where portions run generous and the experience is about quick satisfaction. Best when you stick to a simple taco-and-side order so the flavors stay clean and the meal doesn’t sprawl.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor taco, Chicken tinga taco, Nachos
What makes it special: Big-portion tacos built for fast ordering and repeatability.
#8
Tacos Rosita
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A food-truck-style taco stop that’s best treated like a targeted bite rather than a full hang—get in, get your order, eat it while it’s hot. The appeal is straightforward: classic taco formats, quick turnaround, and a grab-and-go rhythm.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lengua tacos, Carnitas tacos, Horchata (when available)
What makes it special: Fast taco-truck energy with a tight, no-frills menu.