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Best Burritos in Prospect Heights & Clinton Hill
Master Critic Review
El Barrio Burritos
7.7
A Crown Heights burrito-and-bowls shop with lots of customization and strong vegan-friendly options, built for quick lunches more than linger-time. Order a burrito with a decisive sauce choice and one crunch add-on (chips or a side) so the meal doesn’t skew one-note.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vegan spare ribs burrito, Chicken burrito bowl, Chips & guacamole
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 6.9
What makes it special: A burrito counter with unusually deep vegan-friendly builds.
Who should go: Lunch regulars and plant-based burrito eaters.
When to visit: Midday weekdays for smooth pickup timing.
What to order: Vegan spare ribs burrito, chicken burrito bowl, chips & guac.
Insider tip: Choose your hot sauce lane up front—chipotle/diablo-style options change the whole order.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; usually manageable during weekday lunch, tighter evenings and weekends.
Dress code: Very casual — sneakers, jeans, and workday basics fit right in.
Noise level: Low to moderate — counter-service hum, easy conversation but not intimate.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes at peak times, often faster for takeout.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a short line that moves quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple vegetable- and legume-based fillings with full customization.
Vegan options: Yes — one of the stronger vegan burrito counters in the area, including protein-forward options.
Gluten-free options: Limited — burrito bowls are gluten-free-friendly, but flour tortillas dominate and cross-contact is possible.
Best For
Better for: Quick, affordable burritos with real vegan depth and customization control.
Skip if: You want sit-down atmosphere, a social meal, or burritos built around indulgence over health-forward balance.