Best Quick Bites Mexican Restaurants in Williamsburg
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Esse Taco
Casual tacos with good value on Bedford Ave.
Notable Picks
#1
Esse Taco
8
Esse Taco delivers casual counter‑service tacos in central Williamsburg, popular for quick bites and solid tacos without the fuss. It’s a good mid‑tier option when you want freshness and affordability, especially if you don’t need frills or late‑night cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Adobada Taco, Al Pastor Taco, Veggie Taco
What Makes it Special: Casual tacos with good value on Bedford Ave.
Worthy Picks
#2
Taco Santana
7.9
Taco Santana offers straightforward tacos and burritos late into the night — a basic but reliable go‑to for budget‑conscious taco lovers in Williamsburg. Its no‑frills menu and central location make it a frequent stop after bars close.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Taco, Al Pastor Burrito, Fries + Santana Burrito
What Makes it Special: Late‑night, wallet‑friendly tacos and burritos.
#3
Disco Tacos
7.9
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Disco Tacos sits just off North 6th with a small, disco-influenced dining room, mezcal-heavy bar program, and tacos that are priced reasonably for the area. It’s less bare-bones than a classic taqueria but still keeps taco plates and nachos within a casual budget, especially if you treat it as a pre-show stop rather than a long, cocktail-heavy dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fish Tacos, Disco Nachos with Steak, Churro Doughnuts
What Makes it Special: Retro-leaning taco bar near the waterfront where tacos, mezcal, and a playful soundtrack come as a package.
7.8
A late-night taco truck parked by East River Bar turning out straightforward tacos and burritos for the South Side crowd. It functions as an after-hours refuel stop for bar-goers who want something hot and filling before heading home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Tacos, Chicken Tacos, Burritos
What Makes it Special: Late-night tacos served curbside steps from the Williamsburg Bridge.
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Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Parked near the North 11th waterfront late into the night, this hybrid halal-and-Mexican truck fuels club exits and concert crowds with over-rice platters, tacos, and quesadillas. It’s the reliable answer when everything else has gone dark and you still want something hot and filling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Over Rice with White Sauce, Lamb Over Rice, Chicken Quesadilla
What Makes it Special: A near-24-hour truck turning out halal platters and Mexican favorites until the early morning.
7.8
Taqueria Casa Imelda is a casual South Williamsburg spot for sizable burritos, bowls, and late-night tacos at softer pricing. It’s the move when you want counter-friendly Mexican with generous portions and a full bar without leaving the immediate neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Traditional birria tacos, Steak supreme burrito, Grilled shrimp quesadilla
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood taqueria known for big, affordable burritos and late-night tacos.
#7
Tacombi
7.7
Tacombi’s Williamsburg outpost brings the brand’s Yucatán-born taco stand aesthetic to a larger neighborhood space, with Baja fish, al pastor, and snacks backed by cocktails and aguas frescas. It’s not the cheapest on this list, but works when you want sit-down tacos with a bit more scene while still staying below full-on restaurant pricing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baja fish tacos, Al pastor tacos, Elote or esquites
What Makes it Special: Beachy taco-stand energy with polished service and a full bar.