Best Late Night Burritos Restaurants in New York
25 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Birria-Landia
Legendary birria tacos with house consommé.
Notable Picks
8.9
A beloved taco institution in Jackson Heights known for its rich birria tacos and late‑night vibe. Generous portions of tender, slow‑braised meat and deep, flavorful consommé keep locals and visitors lining up well into the night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria Tacos, Consommé Dip, Adobada Tacos
What Makes it Special: Legendary birria tacos with house consommé.
8.8
SF Mission-style burritos, dankwraps, and breakfast wraps anchor this counter-service spot attached to the 320 Club bar. Locals use it for oversized, tightly wrapped burritos before or after Bedford Avenue nights out, with consistent execution across classic and more indulgent builds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne asada Mission-style burrito, Dankwrap burrito, Breakfast burrito
What Makes it Special: Mission-style burritos with big fillings and late-night bar adjacency.
8.7
High-output Gravesend taqueria where build-your-own tacos, burritos, and bowls are the core draw, backed by long hours and heavy delivery demand. It’s the neighborhood’s most relied-on option for customizable plates with consistently solid fillings from carne asada to fish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne asada burrito, Fish tacos, Gallo fries
What Makes it Special: Late-hours taqueria with customizable tacos, burritos, and bowls.
8.7
This dedicated burrito counter on Orchard Street flies in flour tortillas from Sonora and skips rice in favor of creamy beans, avocado, and cheese-packed fillings. The focus is tight: a small menu of carne asada, pollo, and vegetarian burritos built with precise layering and serious tortilla craft, making it a go-to LES stop for focused burrito cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Burrito, Pollo Asado Burrito, Frijol con Queso Burrito
What Makes it Special: A tortilla-obsessed burrito counter that treats fillings and flour wraps with equal care.
#5
Taco Mix
8.7
Tiny, perpetually busy East Harlem taqueria where carved-to-order al pastor is the main event and lines run late into the night. The menu stays tight—tacos, quesadillas, and a few plates—but execution and salsa variety make it a citywide taco destination. Expect to stand at the counter and eat quickly while the next round is sliced from the trompo.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Barbacoa tacos, Flor de calabaza quesadilla
What Makes it Special: Iconic East Harlem taqueria built around carved-to-order al pastor.
8.6
Tacos Bravos NY is a late-night Mexican kitchen on Northern Boulevard turning out tacos, burritos, and huaraches until well past 2 a.m. every night. It’s a go-to for Queens locals who want reliably hot, generously filled plates instead of a drive-thru run after bars or late shifts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken tacos with cilantro, onion, and guacamole, California-style steak burrito, Sausage huarache with chorizo
What Makes it Special: A high-volume, late-night Northern Boulevard spot where the griddle stays busy with tacos, burritos, and platters until 2:30 a.m.
8.5
A high-traffic Woodside taqueria that wins on repeatable street-food execution—especially when you order in a focused taco-and-quesadilla lane. It’s best as a fast, dependable meal where the grill work and classic fillings do the heavy lifting, not as a scattered menu crawl.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesadilla Alambre Tepito, Tacos al Pastor, Chicken Tinga Burrito
What Makes it Special: High-volume taqueria rhythm with reliable classics done fast.
#8
Ricos Tacos
8.4
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Ricos Tacos is a 51st Street institution, running long hours for tacos, tortas, and full plates that fuel neighborhood regulars day and night. The menu leans hearty, with griddled meats, chilaquiles, and overstuffed sandwiches served in a no-frills dining room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos de pierna adobada, Chilaquiles rojos con cecina, Pierna adobada torta
What Makes it Special: High-volume, late-hours Mexican spot where tacos share billing with big plates and tortas.
#9
Street Taco
8.4
Street Taco is a buzzy Kips Bay bar and taqueria where neon, murals, and a VW bus set the tone for plates of heritage-inspired tacos. It’s where locals go for margaritas, music, and a lively crowd that runs late into the night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Fried chicken tacos, Pineapple margarita
What Makes it Special: High-energy tacos-and-tequila spot with playful decor and serious margaritas.
8.3
A late-running, neighborhood Mexican spot where the tacos land best when you lean into the richer, meat-and-grill lane and keep the order focused. It’s not about décor—this is a consistency play for full-flavored fillings, strong late-night utility, and repeatable taco combos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Barbacoa tacos, Alambre-style taco, Mixtas con queso (taco/queso-heavy option)
What Makes it Special: Late-night Mexican with a meat-forward taco sweet spot.
#11
Blue Agave
8.1
A margarita-forward Bay Ridge dining room with a real bonus: a back patio that makes late dinners feel like an occasion. Go for fajita-and-enchilada comfort plus one frozen drink—this is a sit-down, linger-a-bit spot more than a quick taco dash.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fajitas, Chicken enchiladas, Coconut frozen margarita
What Makes it Special: Patio-friendly Mexican comfort with a frozen-margarita lane.
A longtime East Village counter spot known for big, griddled burritos and especially strong breakfast options. The tortillas are pliant, fillings are generously seasoned, and the whole menu leans classic and comforting. Best for a fast, satisfying burrito you can take to Tompkins Square Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chorizo & Potato Breakfast Burrito, Smothered Chicken Burrito, Pernil Pork Burrito
What Makes it Special: Old-school East Village burritos with standout breakfast heft.
8.1
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A taqueria-deli hybrid built for late hours and fast satisfaction, with burritos that deliver direct, no-frills flavor. The best move is to pick one protein lane—al pastor, carnitas, or birria—and let the filling do the talking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria burrito, Al pastor burrito, Carnitas burrito
What Makes it Special: Late-night burritos with strong protein-first payoff.
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Late Night Legends
Birthday & Celebration Central
Rancho Estrella is a homey Mexican restaurant near Fordham that leans into big plates, burritos, and nachos in a sit-down setting. Regulars call out the burrito lineup, from steak to camarones, plus late hours, karaoke nights, and portions that easily carry into the next day.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito con Pollo, Burrito con Bistec, Burrito Mixto
What Makes it Special: Sit-down Mexican spot where a full burrito section meets karaoke nights.
8
A straightforward burrito and Mexican‑American counter serving hearty, affordable burritos with reliable portions — popular for quick, late‑night or delivery meals. Locals appreciate its simplicity and consistency over frills.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Burrito, Chicken Enchilada Burrito, Flour Tortilla Quesadilla Burrito
What Makes it Special: Reliable, no-frills burritos with generous portions at budget price.
A dependable Bay Ridge late-night Mexican standby where big portions and steady execution win repeat visits. Order like a regular: two tacos or one burrito as the anchor, then add one shareable starter if the table’s still hungry.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor tacos, Carnitas burrito, Torta birria
What Makes it Special: Big-portion Bay Ridge Mexican that stays open late and feeds a crowd.
A reliable, all-day Cal-Mex style counter with the city’s classic burrito-and-frozen-margarita rhythm. It shines when you order like a regular—one burrito or taco set plus chips—rather than turning it into a sprawling sampler.
Must-Try Dishes:
Super Chicken Burrito, Fish Tacos, Frozen Margarita
What Makes it Special: A long-running burrito counter built for repeatable, fast satisfaction.
Worthy Picks
#18
Birria LES
7.9
Birria LES is a casual taco shop focused on beef birria, quesabirria, and related comfort dishes, serving late into the night on Rivington Street. Diners come specifically for dunkable, consomé-backed tacos that lean rich and hearty.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria Tacos, Classic Birria Tacos, Birria Ramen
What Makes it Special: A birria-focused spot where nearly everything revolves around rich, dunkable tacos.
7.8
A cocktails-and-tacos spot with a more modern, nightlife tilt, especially on weekends when the kitchen runs later. It shines when you order crisp, high-contrast items—fish tacos, one burrito, and a smoky or citrusy drink—rather than overloading the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja fish tacos, Steak tacos, Burrito
What Makes it Special: Midnight-friendly tacos and cocktails with a dress-up vibe.
#20
Electric Burrito
7.8
Electric Burrito is a compact San Diego–style shop built for takeout and fast refuels. Burritos are hefty, fries-in-the-wrap is a house signature, and the menu keeps things simple with big flavor payoff. Best for a casual grab-and-go that still feels made to order.
Must-Try Dishes:
California burrito, Breakfast burrito with fries, Birria taco special
What Makes it Special: San Diego burritos with fries, East Village pace.
7.8
A sprawling Mexican restaurant on Roosevelt Avenue with a long menu of plates, burritos, and late-night staples. Burritos are hefty, diner-style wraps that work best when treated as part of a bigger, shareable table spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Burrito, Chicken Parmigiano, Pancita de Res
What Makes it Special: A big, all-day Mexican dining room where burritos share space with a deep list of classic plates.
7.7
A no-frills East Village taqueria where the draw is juicy birria and sturdy breakfast-leaning tacos. Tortillas are lightly griddled and loaded generously, making it a strong value play in the neighborhood. Low-key vibes and late hours keep it a useful local staple.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria tacos, Al pastor taco, Breakfast burrito-style taco
What Makes it Special: Birria-forward tacos in a tiny, local-feeling room.
#23
Nature Deli Corp
7.6
Nature Deli is a busy Livingston Street bodega where burritos share menu space with breakfast platters, sandwiches, and smoothies. The burritos lean generous and straightforward, making it a practical choice when you want something hot, filling, and inexpensive without leaving Downtown Brooklyn’s core.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Chipotle Burrito, Steak Burrito, Veggie Burrito
What Makes it Special: Bodega-style burritos available long hours alongside deli staples.
#24
Mexican Deli
7.5
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A 24-hour deli format where burritos are a practical, anytime move—built for speed, convenience, and late-night reliability more than polish. Treat it like a utility stop: one burrito, one sauce choice, and you’re out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Chicken Burrito, Steak Burrito
What Makes it Special: A 24-hour burrito option when most places are closed.
#25
Taqueria Diana
7.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
The Hell’s Kitchen branch of Taqueria Diana, a California-inspired mini-chain established in 2013, serves tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and big trays of nachos until late night. It’s a reliable stop for hefty, cheese-forward comfort food within walking distance of Port Authority and the Theater District.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al pastor burrito, Cheese nachos with salsa and jalapeños, Carne asada tacos
What Makes it Special: California-inspired tacos, burritos, and nachos served all day in Hell’s Kitchen.