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Birria Landia – Tangram
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Birria Landia – Tangram
8.8
Birria Landia’s Tangram Mall outpost brings the cult-favorite Queens birria truck indoors, focusing almost entirely on slow-stewed beef folded into griddled tortillas and served with rich consommé. Lines move quickly, and the payoff is deeply seasoned tacos that taste like the brick-and-mortar evolution of one of NYC’s most talked-about taco trucks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef birria tacos with consommé, Quesabirria mulitas, Birria tostadas with cilantro and onion
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 9.3
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: A dedicated birria specialist translating a city-famous taco truck into an indoor Queens food hall stall.
Who should go: Birria obsessives who want focused, beefy tacos and consommé
When to visit: Evenings and weekends when lines move but energy stays high
What to order: Beef birria tacos, quesabirria mulitas, a cup of consommé for dipping
Insider tip: Order an extra consommé and use it both for dipping tacos and sipping like a rich beef broth between bites.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tangram Mall’s onsite garage is the easiest option; first-hour validation is common, and street parking on 39th Ave/138th St is limited, especially evenings.
Dress code: Completely casual — mall food hall attire is the norm; come as you are.
Noise level: Moderate — the food hall has steady ambient chatter, but you can usually hold a normal conversation at shared tables.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes in line; food comes out fast once ordered.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a brief 5-minute queue.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Extremely limited — birria-focused menu means few non-meat options beyond sides.
Vegan options: Not recommended — no true vegan entrées available.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but the small stall setup does not guarantee dedicated gluten-free prep.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if your date enjoys casual food-hall dining and messy, ultra-flavorful tacos; it’s fun and delicious but not a traditional sit-down setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — seating is open food-hall style. Tables turn quickly, but you may need to hover during peak hours.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who enjoy bold, beefy flavors; younger or picky eaters may find the menu limited. No high chairs or table service available.
Best For
Better for: Deep, single-focus birria execution — richer consommé and more consistent tacos than most generalist Mexican spots in the area.
Skip if: You want a full-service restaurant, broader Mexican menu, vegetarian entrées, or a quieter dining room.
Birria Landia – Tangram
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
The Tangram food hall outpost of Birria Landia brings their cult-famous birria tacos and consommé indoors in the middle of Downtown Flushing. Portions lean smaller and prices a bit higher than a typical truck stop, but the rich beef, crispy tortillas, and drinkable consommé justify the splurge.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos with consommé, Quesabirria, Mulita with birria
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Indoor food hall stall serving the city’s most talked-about birria tacos.
Who should go: Birria obsessives craving tacos with rich consommé.
When to visit: Afternoons or early evenings before peak weekend crowds.
What to order: Birria tacos, quesabirria, mulita dipped in consommé.
Insider tip: Grab a table nearby, then pair tacos with dessert from another Tangram stall.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tangram offers an underground paid garage with direct elevator access; street parking in Downtown Flushing is scarce and highly competitive, especially evenings and weekends.
Dress code: Casual and food-hall appropriate — anything from jeans to athleisure works.
Noise level: Moderate; you can hold a conversation but expect food-hall background noise during peak hours.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on lines at the stall and food-hall crowd flow.
Weekday lunch: Typically little to no wait, though short lines can form during peak lunch rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited; birria-focused menu means only sides (like chips) may qualify.
Vegan options: Not suitable; birria is beef-based and there are no true vegan swaps.
Gluten-free options: Some items may be gluten-friendly (corn tortillas), but cross-contamination is likely in a tight food-hall stall.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? More of a casual hang than a formal date spot; great if you both love bold flavors and don’t mind eating in a lively food hall, less ideal for a quiet, intimate first date.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — Tangram Food Hall seating is open and first-come, first-served. It can fill up on weekends, so scout for a table before ordering.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who enjoy tacos and food-hall environments; limited stroller space and no dedicated children’s menu, but the open seating helps.
Best For
Better for: Rich, deeply flavored birria with cleaner indoor seating than the typical food-truck setup; ideal for groups wanting to mix and match stalls.
Skip if: You want large portions for the price, need quiet seating, or have dietary restrictions that rule out beef and dairy.
Birria Landia – Tangram
8.4
The Tangram Mall outpost of Birria Landia brings their cult-famous Tijuana-style birria tacos and rich consommé into a busy food hall setting. Portions run smaller than a typical truck stop, but the crispy tortillas and slow-cooked beef keep birria obsessives coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef birria tacos, Quesabirria with consommé, Birria mulita
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Food-hall birria counter from the team that popularized NYC birria tacos.
Who should go: Birria lovers wanting tacos with serious consommé.
When to visit: Afternoons or early evenings before peak weekend crowds.
What to order: Birria tacos, quesabirria, mulita dunked in consommé.
Insider tip: Order an extra cup of consommé and dip every bite generously.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tangram Mall offers paid garage parking with direct elevator access to the food hall; street parking on nearby 37th Ave and Prince St is limited and competitive during peak hours.
Dress code: Casual; anything from everyday wear to slightly polished outfits is common in the food hall setting.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during peak hours, with background mall chatter; conversations are possible but not intimate.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on the crowd, especially when birria orders stack up.
Weekday lunch: Usually minimal wait, though 5–10 minutes is typical during office lunch rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited; birria-heavy menu offers only a few cheese-forward items without meat.
Vegan options: Not ideal; most items rely on beef or dairy, with no true vegan alternatives.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contact is likely in a busy food hall stall.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Good for casual, food-focused dates where you bond over bold flavors, but the food hall setting is not ideal if you're aiming for a quieter or more intimate vibe.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—Tangram’s food hall uses open seating. You may need to hover for seats during busy weekend hours, but no reservations are required or accepted.
Is it kid-friendly? Reasonably; the food hall has ample seating and fast service, but birria’s richness may not appeal to very young eaters. Best suited for older kids who enjoy tacos.
Best For
Better for: Crispy tortillas, rich consommé, and consistent birria flavor delivered at food-hall speed—ideal for quick Mexican cravings without trekking to a truck.
Skip if: You want large portions, a quieter sit-down environment, or broader menu variety; consider a full-service Mexican restaurant instead.
Birria Landia – Tangram
8.4
The Tangram Mall outpost of Birria Landia brings their Tijuana-style birria tacos and rich consommé into a busy indoor setting where counter orders turn over quickly. Diners treat it as a casual pre-game or early-evening stop for crispy dipped tacos, mulitas, and cups of broth before heading deeper into Downtown Flushing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos with consommé, Quesabirria with griddled tortillas, Mulita dunked in consommé
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 6.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Specializes in birria tacos and rich consommé served fast in a central mall location.
Who should go: Birria fans craving quick tacos before or after drinks.
When to visit: Late afternoon into early evening before the lines peak.
What to order: Birria tacos, quesabirria, mulita with extra consommé.
Insider tip: Order an extra cup of consommé and use it for dipping every bite.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tangram Mall offers garage parking with paid hourly rates; street parking in Downtown Flushing is limited and competitive after 5pm.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; most guests come in everyday wear suitable for a food hall visit.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during peak hours due to the open food hall setting.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on birria demand and mall foot traffic.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, with quick counter turnover.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited; birria-focused menu offers little beyond chips and consommé-free sides.
Vegan options: Not recommended; virtually no fully vegan options.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contact is likely in a compact food-hall setup.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you’re aiming for something very casual; it’s counter-service, fast-paced, and handheld tacos can get messy.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is first-come within the food hall. Tables turn quickly, but crowds surge during peak dining windows.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick meals; the food hall layout provides ample seating, though spicy birria and busy crowds may be challenging for very young children.
Best For
Better for: One of the best quick-stop birria options in Flushing with fast service and consistently rich consommé.
Skip if: You want a full-service Mexican meal, quieter seating, or broader menu variety beyond birria staples.