Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Burritos y Mas, El Tepeyac Grocery and Taco Mix, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap mexican restaurants in East Harlem. Great mexican food that fits your budget.
East Harlem's Cheap Mexican Destinations
East Harlem is a vibrant neighborhood known for its rich culinary heritage, and this collection highlights the best affordable Mexican eats in the area. From the legendary al pastor at Taco Mix to the comforting sweets at Don Paco Lopez Panadería, you will find a diverse range of authentic flavors alongside casual Greek and American options. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite from the New York Birria food truck or sitting down for handmade treats at Quesadillas Doña Maty 2, these budget-friendly spots offer a true taste of the community.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Mexican Restaurants in East Harlem | Cheap Mexican Food
- Burritos y Mas · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- El Tepeyac Grocery · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Taco Mix · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Don Paco Lopez Panadería · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Tamales · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Area Latina Bar & Grill · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Mexican Arroz con Leche Lady · rated 5/5: Mexican.
- Casa Maya · rated 4.9/5: Mexican.
- Cazuela Mexicana · rated 4.9/5: Mexican.
- Jalapeño Deli · rated 4.8/5: Mexican.
- Quesadillas Doña Maty 2 · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Bistro Casa Azul · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- New York Birria - Food Truck · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Catrina Mexicana · rated 4.7/5: Mexican.
- Cascalote · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Cocotazo · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- El Kallejon · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- MELI'S DELICIOUS CORP · rated 4.6/5: Mexican.
- Burritos y Mas · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Guajillo Restaurant · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Meli taqueria restaurant · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- Pipo's · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- El Aguila · rated 4.5/5: Mexican.
- La Chula · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Rica’s Tacos · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- El Patio De Fela · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Super Gyro · rated 4.4/5: Greek.
- Las Panteras Negras · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Burritos Y Mas NY · rated 4.4/5: Mexican.
- Sidewalk Tacos · rated 4.3/5: Mexican.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
