Tacos "El Porky"

Taco restaurant · East Village

Tacos "El Porky"

Taco restaurant · East Village

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151 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009

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This East Village spot serves up legit Mexico City-style tacos like al pastor and chicharron, wrapped in mess-proof parchment and bursting with flavor.  

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151 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009 Get directions

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$10–20 · Menu

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151 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009 Get directions

+1 917 261 2312
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15 Top Mexican Restaurants in the East Village

"This gleaming taqueria that seems like it might have come from California is really from Florida, and originally went by the name of El Primo Red Tacos, tendering only birria in many permutations. That tanked, and the lively interior has been repurposed to sell a still-limited menu of taco fillings that include al pastor, chicharron, carnitas, and grilled steak. Get the gringa — a pair of flour tortillas stuffed with al pastors, slathered with salsa Porky, and glued together with cheese." - Robert Sietsema

https://ny.eater.com/maps/best-east-village-mexican-restaurants-nyc
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Tacos El Porky - Review - East Village - New York - The Infatuation

"Tacos El Porky in the East Village is the first NYC location of a Miami taqueria that our Florida colleagues describe as “basically a fast food taco spot—in the best possible way.” And they’re spot on. After you order your tacos from a kiosk, they’ll come out individually wrapped in mess-proof parchment paper cones, keeping the fillings in the soft corn tortillas in place. Carne and pollo asada can be a bit dry, so stick with the juicier al pastor served with a tangy red sauce. Order a bunch after going out in the East Village, or come here for a quick meal with a couple of $5 Tecates." - Will Hartman

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/reviews/tacos-el-porky-nyc
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New York’s Famed Delmonico’s Steakhouse Is Opening an Italian Restaurant - Eater NY

"The East Village has a new taqueria. Sort of. Tacos El Porky recently opened at 151 Avenue A, between Ninth and 10th streets. The restaurant is from the same owners as the previous tenant, El Primo Red Tacos, a Miami import that opened, then closed, after a quick four-month run. (The business couldn’t compete in New York’s crowded birria taco scene.) The new menu has carnitas, chicharron, and tripe tacos." - Luke Fortney

https://ny.eater.com/2024/2/27/24083473/delmonicos-steakhouse-opening-italian-restaurant-tucci-noho
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Marcos Bolaños (The Flavor Analyst)

Google
These were absolutely the best tacos in New York. I couldn't believe how freaking delicious and authentic they were. I started with just two tacos but I was hooked and ordered more! Then I ordered the torta! My eyes rolled back from the intense pleasure of that first bite. It is a must stop if you are ever in East Village. The owner Miguel was such an awesome dude. Very kind and good spirited. My friends and I hung out there for quite a while just chatting him up and enjoying the food. I will definitely be back when I'm in New York again.

Steven Petrillo

Google
The best dang quesadilla I’ve ever had in my life. Probably ever will have. For just $12. The Quesabirria is an absolute must try! Owners/staff are gems too. The woman behind the counter walked me through the whole menu, and while I was waiting she gave me a hibiscus water on the house. Just an overall really pleasant experience. I hope this place thrives Their Tuesday 2x1 taco special is a steal too. Overall would highly highly recommend if you’re in the area!

Teresa Pena

Google
Say goodbye to all the birria food items. This place is no longer "El Primo Red Tacos" It has been renamed & menu changed to pork, chicken, steak (asada) etc tacos. 😮‍💨 I only got to try the birria one time & was so disappointed to find out it was all changed. Pictured is what it is now. (Visited Feb 2024) I tried a chicken, a chicharrón, & a carnitas taco. They were just ok for the price. The day I visited there were tables & no chairs.

Jimmy Tamashiro

Google
Hands down the best taco spot I’ve been too in a while. The carne asada is amazing the green sauce is good also. The tacos Al Pastor are great also. If you are in the area definitely try this gem out!

Julissa Almonte

Google
Great food for a cheap price, the Birria Smash Burger is amazing and it comes with fries. Birria burger and a frozen margarita less than $20 total. Amazing! And not only because it's cheap, it actually scrumdillieumptious! The Gauc is also yummy.

Lily Yeung

Google
Absolutely delicous! I came for $2 Tuesdays Al Pastor tacos. They said there's Thursday $3 Chicarron (fried pork belly) tacos- I'll have to come back then to confirm!!

Chris Schwarz

Google
Tacos are good food at a great price. Can't wait to try the quesabirria and the smash. Like all tacos, the shell can get quite soft and start to break, unless you add cheese which is always the right call anyway.

Carl Majeau

Google
Delicious tacos al pastor! Very nice people! $2 pastor on Tuesdays - what's not to like? Two thumbs up!
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Sophia N.

Yelp
I got some free tacos on opening day while passing by. The tacos are a decent size and relatively minimal. I thought the al pastor was a little spicy and slightly dry but I would definitely come back after a night out. I believe they also have a variety of other flavors and also non-pork options as well.

Ruben H.

Yelp
I usually don't review but this place need some recognition for the tacos they have and value of them! As good or even better the tacombi or tacos no. 1 ! You need to check this out, legit and Mexican approved! Place is legit feels like Mexico City taqueria and came here after terrible place next door that full of overpriced and bad food!

Itzel Z.

Yelp
Amazing al pastor tacos! They're paired with a tasty white sauce that leaves your wanting more after each bite. YUM :)