El Grillito – Mexican
The air at El Grillito is thick with the intoxicating aroma of charred meats and toasted corn, drawing guests into a vibrant space where the rhythmic sizzle of the flat-top grill sets a lively tempo. Hand-pressed tortillas become warm vessels for everything from succulent, slow-cooked carnitas and smoky al pastor to the zesty brightness of lime-kissed grilled shrimp. It is a soulful neighborhood retreat that celebrates the art of the taco, offering a sensory journey through bold spices, fresh garnishes, and the comforting warmth of authentic street-side flavors.
20, Cooper Square +17186192253 https://www.elgrillito.nyc/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, soy-free
What to order at El Grillito
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Burrito Bowl (Veggie/Chicken/Carnitas/Enchilada/Chorizo) | 26.2 g | 70.4 g |
| Burrito Bowl (Carne Asada/Al Pastor/Fish/Shrimp) | 47.8 g | 69.1 g |
| Chicken Super Burrito | 11 g | 51.5 g |
| Birria Taco | 3.8 g | 43.4 g |
| Carnitas Quesadilla | 171.3 g | 41.7 g |
| Veggie Super Burrito | 76.6 g | 40.1 g |
| Carne Asada Super Burrito | 76.6 g | 40.1 g |
| Chorizo Super Burrito | 76.6 g | 40.1 g |
| Grilled Fish Taco | 40.7 g | 35.1 g |
| Carnitas Super Burrito | 53.6 g | 34.7 g |
| Al Pastor Super Burrito | 128.1 g | 33.4 g |
| Chicken Tinga Torta | 25 g | 28.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Menu
Tacos
- Veggie Taco - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Taco - $5 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $5.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Taco - $5.5 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Taco - $5.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Taco - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campechano Taco - $6.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco - $5.75 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Taco - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Taco - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Combo - $19: 3 Tacos Birria and Consome Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Quesadillas
- Cheese Quesadilla - $12.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Quesadilla - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla - $15 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Quesadilla - $15 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada Quesadilla - $14.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Quesadilla - $15 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Birria - $16 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Quesadilla - $15 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Quesadilla - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Quesadilla - $16 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Tortas
- Chicken Tinga Torta - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Torta - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Torta - $14 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Torta - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada Torta - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campechano Torta - $15.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Torta - $14 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Birria Torta - $16.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Torta - $13.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Torta - $13.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
Burrito Bowls
- Burrito Bowl (Veggie/Chicken/Carnitas/Enchilada/Chorizo) - $16 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Bowl (Carne Asada/Al Pastor/Fish/Shrimp) - $17 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrito Bowl (Campechano/Birria) - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
Super Burritos
- Chicken Super Burrito - $15.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Super Burrito - $15.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Super Burrito - $15 Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enchilada Super Burrito - $15 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Super Burrito - $16.5 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Super Burrito - $16 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Campechano Super Burrito - $17.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burris - $19 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Super Burrito - $16 Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Super Burrito - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Super Burrito - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Tamales
- Tamal of the Day (Single) - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamal of the Day (Three) - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Street Corn - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Esquites - $6: Corn in a cup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice and Beans - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole & Chips - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Churros with Caramel - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Mexican Coke - $4.5
- Assorted Mexican Sodas - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Water - $2
Frequently Asked Questions about El Grillito
- What is the highest-protein dish at El Grillito?
- Burrito Bowl (Veggie/Chicken/Carnitas/Enchilada/Chorizo), at roughly 70.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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