Best Quick Bites Champions Tacos Restaurants in Little Italy
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Santo Taco
Chef-driven taqueria spotlighting steak trompo and polished CDMX-style tacos.
Notable Picks
#1
Santo Taco
8.6
From a Cosme cofounder, Santo Taco brings CDMX-inspired tacos like the much-praised steak trompo to a compact Nolita counter next to La Esquina. Portions are slightly larger than street tacos, with careful toppings and a modern look that has quickly made it a downtown taco benchmark.
Must-Try Dishes:
Santi’s steak trompo taco, Pork carnitas taco, Zucchini and poblano taco
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven taqueria spotlighting steak trompo and polished CDMX-style tacos.
#2
5ive Spice
8.5
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Quick Bites Champions
Girls Night Out Approved
Instagram Worthy Wonders
5ive Spice’s Nolita outpost blends slow-simmered pho, banh mi, and shaking beef with its signature bánh xèo tacos in a compact, buzzy setting. High multi-platform ratings and steady crowds point to reliable execution, especially for the broths and short rib dishes, even if prices run higher than a traditional hole-in-the-wall.
Must-Try Dishes:
Braised Short Rib Bánh Xèo Tacos, Classic Pho Noodle Soup, Short Rib Banh Mi
What Makes it Special: Modern Nolita Vietnamese with standout bánh xèo tacos and richly built pho.
8.2
A late-night taco counter built for post-midnight cravings: fast pacing, bold salsas, and a menu that stays focused on tortillas-first satisfaction. Best when you want quick, hot tacos without the full sit-down ceremony.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesabirria tacos, Carne asada taco, Baja taco
What Makes it Special: A true late-night taco option that stays open very late.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Late Night Legends
A compact taqueria move for when you want fast, filling Mexican street-food staples in the neighborhood without committing to a full-service night. It’s strongest as a grab-and-go taco and burrito stop, especially when you lean into the house specials rather than over-customizing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrito, Tacos, Gallo fries
What Makes it Special: A fast taqueria option for burritos and tacos off Broome.