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Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria at Smorgasburg WTC
$ · Mexican

185 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10006
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria at Smorgasburg WTC 8.2
Financial District-Battery Park City
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Instagram Worthy Wonders Group Dining Gatherings
Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria runs a seasonal stall at Smorgasburg WTC, bringing smoked brisket and birria-focused tacos to the plaza outside the Oculus. It’s a Friday-only play for FiDi workers and visitors who want street-style tacos with legit barbecue technique rather than another generic lunch bowl.
Must-Try Dishes: Brisket Quesataco, Birria Quesataco, Crispy Fish Taco
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.6 Atmosphere: 6.4 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Smoked-meat tacos served outdoor-market style at Smorgasburg WTC Fridays.
Who should go: Taco obsessives who like barbecue technique and casual markets.
When to visit: Friday lunchtime before peak lines and sold-out favorites.
What to order: Brisket Quesataco, Birria Quesataco, Crispy Fish Taco.
Insider tip: Go early in the season’s first hours; popular meats often sell out.