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Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
Master Critic Reviews (5 Lists)
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
9.0
A Mexico City–style taqueria that runs on speed and precision, turning out deeply seasoned adobada, carne asada, and pollo tacos on supple tortillas. The line moves fast, and the salsa bar lets you dial in heat and acidity to your taste. It’s the area’s most reliable stop for classic street tacos with big, repeatable flavor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada taco with pineapple, Carne asada taco, Chicken taco with salsa verde
Scores:
Value: 9.2
Service: 8.7
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: High-volume taqueria delivering street-style tacos with rare consistency.
Who should go: Anyone craving classic Mexico City tacos fast.
When to visit: Off-peak lunch or early evening to dodge lines.
What to order: Adobada, carne asada, pollo tacos.
Insider tip: Ask for tortillas recién hechas if you want extra warmth.
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
8.8
A high-volume Union Square taqueria turning out Tijuana-style adobada, carne asada, and pollo tacos on pristine tortillas. The line moves fast, flavors stay sharp, and the late hours make it a reliable after-show stop. Expect a bustling, no-frills street-stall feel with consistently strong execution.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada Taco with pineapple, Carne Asada Taco, Nopal (cactus) Taco
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Massive multi-platform acclaim for TJ-style tacos done fast and right.
Who should go: Taco purists and late-night walkers
When to visit: Weeknights after 9pm for shorter lines
What to order: Adobada taco, carne asada taco, horchata
Insider tip: Ask for both red and green salsas—mixing them is the move.
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
8.8
Street-style Tijuana tacos with tortillas pressed to order and a fast-moving line that stays busy late into the evening. The adobada and carne asada hit that sweet spot of char, juiciness, and bright salsa heat, making it a reliable post-show or last-call stop near Union Square.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada Taco, Carne Asada Taco, Chicken Mula
Scores:
Value: 8.9
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Massive, sustained acclaim for freshly griddled Tijuana-style tacos at scale.
Who should go: Anyone craving fast, authentic tacos late.
When to visit: Weeknights after 9pm for shorter lines.
What to order: Adobada taco, carne asada taco, chicken mula.
Insider tip: Ask for both salsas and a grilled scallion on the side.
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
8.9
A street-style taqueria built for fast, flawless turnover: you order at the counter, lean in, and walk out with deeply seasoned adobada and carne asada on supple tortillas. The line moves quickly, and the payoff is pure Tijuana energy in a tiny footprint. Reliable, no-frills, and still one of the best-value taco stops in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada taco, Carne asada mulita, Nopal (grilled cactus) taco
Scores:
Value: 9.1
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Tijuana-style tacos executed at high volume without slipping.
Who should go: Anyone craving fast, legit tacos under $15.
When to visit: Late afternoon to dodge the longest lines.
What to order: Adobada taco, carne asada mulita, agua fresca.
Insider tip: Order a mulita if you want extra cheese and crunch.
Los Tacos No. 1 (Union Square)
8.8
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, Carne Asada Taco, Quesadilla with Protein of Choice
Scores:
Value: 8.9
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 9.2
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Tijuana street-style tacos with fresh-pressed tortillas at scale.
Who should go: Taco purists and speedy lunch seekers.
When to visit: Off-peak afternoons to skip the longest lines.
What to order: Adobada taco, carne asada taco, any quesadilla.
Insider tip: Ask for a flour tortilla on the adobada for extra richness.