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 +171861922530Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Menu
- Veggie Taco - 5
- Chicken Taco - 5
- Carnitas Taco - 5.5
- Chorizo Taco - 5.5
- Birria Taco - 5.75
- Carne Asada Taco - 6
- Campechano Taco - 6.5
- Al Pastor Taco - 5.75
- Grilled Fish Taco - 6
- Grilled Shrimp Taco - 6
- Cheese Quesadilla - 12.5
- Veggie Quesadilla - 14
- Chicken Quesadilla - 15
- Carnitas Quesadilla - 15
- Enchilada Quesadilla - 14.5
- Carne Asada Quesadilla - 15
- Queso Birria - 16
- Al Pastor Quesadilla - 15
- Grilled Fish Quesadilla - 16
- Grilled Shrimp Quesadilla - 16
- Chicken Tinga Torta - 13
- Carnitas Torta - 13
- Carne Asada Torta - 14
- Chorizo Torta - 13
- Enchilada Torta - 13
- Campechano Torta - 15.5
- Al Pastor Torta - 14
- Birria Torta - 16.5
- Grilled Fish Torta - 13.5
- Grilled Shrimp Torta - 13.5
- Burrito Bowl (Veggie/Chicken/Carnitas/Enchilada/Chorizo) - 16
- Burrito Bowl (Carne Asada/Al Pastor/Fish/Shrimp) - 17
- Burrito Bowl (Campechano/Birria) - 18
- Chicken Super Burrito - 15.5
- Carnitas Super Burrito - 15.5
- Veggie Super Burrito - 15
- Enchilada Super Burrito - 15
- Carne Asada Super Burrito - 16.5
- Chorizo Super Burrito - 16
- Campechano Super Burrito - 17.5
- Burris - 19
- Al Pastor Super Burrito - 16
- Grilled Fish Super Burrito - 17
- Tamal of the Day (Single) - 5
- Tamal of the Day (Three) - 13
- Street Corn - 6
- Esquites - 6
- Rice and Beans - 5
- Guacamole & Chips - 13
- Churros with Caramel - 10
- Mexican Coke - 4.5
- Assorted Mexican Sodas - 4
- Water - 2