Best Instagram Worthy Wonders Mexican Restaurants in Little Italy

From a Cosme cofounder, Santo Taco brings CDMX-inspired tacos like the much-praised steak trompo to a compact Nolita counter next to La Esquina. Portions are slightly larger than street tacos, with careful toppings and a modern look that has quickly made it a downtown taco benchmark.

5ive Spice’s Nolita outpost blends slow-simmered pho, banh mi, and shaking beef with its signature bánh xèo tacos in a compact, buzzy setting. High multi-platform ratings and steady crowds point to reliable execution, especially for the broths and short rib dishes, even if prices run higher than a traditional hole-in-the-wall.

A SoHo Mexican dining room with a more date-friendly, sit-down feel and a menu that leans into classic preparations rather than street-food minimalism. It’s a good pick when you want a longer meal with cocktails and shared plates, but the value proposition depends on ordering smart.