Best Tacos Restaurants in Washington Heights (North)
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Con Sabor A Mexico
Neighborhood Mexican spot where hearty steak and seafood tacos anchor meals.
Notable Picks
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Con Sabor A Mexico is a casual, family-friendly Mexican restaurant on 181st that locals lean on for steak tacos, seafood tacos, fajitas, and big combo plates. The room feels festive rather than trendy, and regulars praise the generous portions and reliable, straightforward tacos more than any one viral dish.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seafood Tacos, Steak Tacos, Steak Fajitas
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood Mexican spot where hearty steak and seafood tacos anchor meals.
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Antojitos Mexicanos is a compact 181st Street taco restaurant focused on classic antojitos—tacos, tortas, burritos, and quesadillas—served in a tight, sit-down space. Portions and pricing lean more like a restaurant than a bodega, and shrimp, al pastor, and chicken tacos are the usual move when you want a focused taco meal without traveling downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Regular Shrimp Tacos, Chicken Burrito, Al Pastor Tacos
What Makes it Special: Small, sit-down spot centered on shrimp and street-style tacos.