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Nenes Taqueria
$ · Mexican

660 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
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Best Cheap Tacos in Boerum Hill Best Cheap Mexican Food in Boerum Hill Best Late Night Mexican in Boerum Hill

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Nenes Taqueria 8.5
Park Slope
Vibes: Late Night Legends Hidden Gems Heaven Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Nenes Taqueria is a Gowanus-side Mexican spot celebrated for birria-heavy tacos, quesadillas, and late-night takeout that stays open to 11pm on weeknights and midnight on weekends. It’s a compact, counter-focused operation that has built a loyal following from locals who treat it as their default birria run.
Must-Try Dishes: Birria tacos, Birria quesadilla or birria pizza, Carne asada tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.7 Service: 8 Consistency: 8.3 Food Quality: 9 Atmosphere: 6.8 Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A birria-focused taqueria with strong online buzz and reliable late hours for tacos, quesadillas, and horchata.
Who should go: Taco obsessives chasing birria and loaded late-night takeout.
When to visit: After 9pm, especially Friday and Saturday when it runs to midnight.
What to order: Birria tacos, a birria quesadilla, and horchata or Mexican sodas.
Insider tip: Order ahead on delivery apps during peak Nets nights—lines at the counter can spike with post-game crowds.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; can be tight late night along 4th Ave and side streets, but turnover improves after 9pm.
Dress code: Come-as-you-are casual; streetwear, gym clothes, and hoodies are all common.
Noise level: Moderate—mostly takeout energy and quick counter chatter, still easy to hold a short conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes at peak post-concert/post-bar rush; quick turnover since it’s counter service.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; grab-and-go flow.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—vegetarian tacos and quesadillas are available, including mushroom and cheese builds.
Vegan options: Limited—custom veggie tacos possible without dairy, but no dedicated vegan menu.
Gluten-free options: Some items are naturally gluten-free (corn tortillas), but no strict GF prep controls.
Best For
Better for: Late-night birria cravings, fast takeout, and strong value—especially compared to pricier sit-down Mexican spots nearby.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a long, seated dinner, cocktails, or large-group table space—choose a full-service Mexican restaurant instead.