Los Tacos No.1 – Mexican
The air hums with the rhythmic chop of cleavers and the savory scent of marinated pork searing on the trompo, instantly transporting diners to a vibrant Mexican street corner. Hand-pressed corn tortillas, still warm from the griddle, serve as the perfect canvas for succulent meats topped with a bright burst of lime and house-made salsas that dance on the palate.
340 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10012 https://lostacos1.comRating: 4.8/5 (1537 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Los Tacos No.1
Dairy-Free at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips y Salsa and Chips y Guacamole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips y Salsa, Chips y Guacamole and Nopal Quesadilla/Mula. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Quesadilla/Mula and Carne Asada Taco/Tostada. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips y Salsa, Chips y Guacamole and Bottled Sodas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips y Salsa, Chips y Guacamole and Nopal Quesadilla/Mula. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Asado Quesadilla/Mula, Nopal Quesadilla/Mula and Bottled Sodas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bottled Sodas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Los Tacos No.1
Los Tacos No.1 in New York has 12 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pollo Asado Taco/Tostada, Nopal Taco/Tostada and Carne Asada Quesadilla/Mula. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Los Tacos No.1
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Nopal Plate | 32.5 g | 23.9 g |
| Carne Asada Quesadilla/Mula | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Carne Asada Taco/Tostada | 0 g | 21.8 g |
| Pollo Asado Taco/Tostada | 0 g | 16.7 g |
| Adobada Taco/Tostada | 12.5 g | 9 g |
| Adobada Quesadilla/Mula | 57 g | 8.7 g |
| Pollo Asado Quesadilla/Mula | 2 g | 7.7 g |
| Nopal Quesadilla/Mula | 2 g | 7.7 g |
| Especial Fried Quesadilla | 11.9 g | 4.6 g |
| Nopal Taco/Tostada | 0.3 g | 2.6 g |
| Chips y Salsa | 7.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Mexican Sodas | 20.4 g | 1.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about this location of Los Tacos No. 1, celebrating it as a top spot for authentic Mexican flavors in NYC. Reviewers highlight the bold, fresh ingredients, specifically praising the perfectly seasoned carne asada, juicy adobada, and handmade tortillas. Guests consistently commend the outstanding service, noting that staff members like Juan and Luis go above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome and explain the menu. The atmosphere is described as vibrant and immersive, transporting visitors to Mexico with its "old style" glass bottle beverages and lack of modern distractions.
Menu
Tacos & Tostadas
Choose corn or flour tortilla. All items include onion, cilantro, salsa and guacamole.
- Carne Asada Taco/Tostada - $5.95: Grilled Steak, onion, cilantro, salsa and guacamole Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Pollo Asado Taco/Tostada - $5.65: Grilled Chicken, onion, cilantro, salsa and guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Adobada Taco/Tostada - $5.65: Marinated Pork, onion, cilantro, salsa and guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Nopal Taco/Tostada - $5.25: Grilled Cactus, onion, cilantro, salsa and guacamole Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Quesadillas & Mulas
Beans and flour tortillas contain pork lard. Adobada guacamole contains dairy.
- Carne Asada Quesadilla/Mula - $7.25: Grilled Steak Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Pollo Asado Quesadilla/Mula - $6.95: Grilled Chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Adobada Quesadilla/Mula - $6.95: Marinated Pork Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Nopal Quesadilla/Mula - $6.55: Grilled Cactus Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Especial Fried Quesadilla - $9: Fried quesadilla, add meat for $2 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
On a Plate
- Nopal Plate - $12: Cactus, Beans & Cheese. Add meat for $2 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Sides
- Chips y Salsa - $4.75: House-made chips and salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
- Chips y Guacamole - $5.95: House-made chips and guacamole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Drinks
- Aguas Frescas - $4.75: Traditional fresh fruit waters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Sodas - $4.75: Assorted Mexican bottled sodas
- Bottled Sodas - $3.75: Assorted bottled sodas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Water - $2.95: Bottled water
Frequently Asked Questions about Los Tacos No.1
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- This restaurant supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and high-protein diets with dishes like Nopal Tacos, Nopal Plates, and Adobada Quesadillas.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed needs with vegan Nopal Tacos, gluten-free Nopal Plates, and high-protein options like Carne Asada and Adobada.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers excellent value with a 4.8/5 rating and reviews praising its fresh, authentic Mexican flavors.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the perfectly seasoned carne asada, juicy adobada, and handmade tortillas, along with various tacos, tostadas, and quesadillas.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Los Tacos No. 1 has an overall rating of 4.8/5, with diners consistently praising the authentic flavors and outstanding service.
- Is Los Tacos No.1 dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Los Tacos No.1 has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chips y Salsa and Chips y Guacamole.
- What can I eat at Los Tacos No.1 on a dairy-free diet?
- Chips y Salsa and Chips y Guacamole carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Los Tacos No.1 have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chips y Salsa and Chips y Guacamole.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Los Tacos No.1?
- Nopal Plate, at roughly 23.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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