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Burrito baby of two San Fran expats who found themselves lost and alone in taqueria–slim NYC. Must have fed their sorrows at Chipotle, however. Familiar wood and steel design, straightforward carnitas/pollo asado/carne asada opts, lunch–centric Union Square locale. But wood is reclaimed, platos rather than bols, and never, ever owned by McDonald's. Sustainable from pinto bean to sour cream. Woven stools and instrumental funk create placid backdrop for getting all carnivore on that hormone–free, veggie–diet, local chicken taco.
A reimagined bodega, Tortaria specializes in all things Mexican, authentic, trendy, and affordable. Yes, it finally exists! Touting a tortas (Mexican griddle sandwiches), tequila, and taquitos-cent... read more
Satisfying your somewhat contradictory posh-Mexican cravings. Big-shouldered cast-iron space with festive shades under subdued lights. Just ignore the vague Chili's undercurrent. Raucous front bar ... read more
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