Tacombi: Authentic Taqueria Experience on the Upper East Side

Tacombi Introduce

For New Yorkers on the hunt for authentic, high-quality Mexican food, Tacombi on the Upper East Side has become a landmark destination. Stepping into this restaurant is like being transported to a vibrant taqueria in Mexico, with its lively atmosphere and focus on genuine flavors. The concept of Tacombi originated in the sunny beaches of the Yucatán, and that same beachy, retro-meets-modern energy has been perfectly translated to this New York location. The menu is a testament to the simplicity and richness of Mexican street food, featuring a wide array of tacos, burritos, and quesadillas made with fresh ingredients. This location, like others in the Tacombi family, has cultivated a reputation for its vibrant setting and its commitment to quality. It's a place that feels welcoming to everyone, from families with kids to large groups and solo diners looking for a quick, delicious meal. The restaurant is a popular choice for lunch and dinner and even offers late-night food, catering to the city's round-the-clock schedule. The combination of a trendy but casual atmosphere, a menu full of comfort food favorites, and fast service makes this Tacombi a standout in the neighborhood. Whether you're craving a classic Al Pastor Taco, a hearty burrita, or a refreshing beverage, you'll find a flavorful option that hits the spot.

Tacombi is conveniently located at 202 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021, USA, in the heart of the Upper East Side. This spot is easily accessible for both locals and those visiting from other parts of the city. The neighborhood is well-served by public transportation, with numerous subway and bus lines running nearby, making a visit to Tacombi a seamless addition to a day of shopping or sightseeing. The restaurant's design and layout are also focused on accessibility. With a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, Tacombi ensures that all guests can enjoy their dining experience comfortably. For those who prefer to drive, both paid street parking and free street parking options are available, though finding a spot can sometimes be a challenge, as is common in this busy part of Manhattan. The surrounding area is full of life, with a mix of residential buildings and businesses, creating a dynamic backdrop for this popular eatery.

Tacombi’s service model is designed for flexibility and convenience, offering multiple ways for customers to enjoy their food, whether they prefer to dine in or get their order to go. Here is a breakdown of the services offered:

Dine-in: The restaurant provides a full table service experience in its casual and trendy dining room, which is perfect for a relaxed meal.
Takeout: For those who want to enjoy their meal at home or on the go, a quick and easy takeout service is available.
Delivery: Tacombi offers delivery services, including a no-contact option, so you can have your favorite tacos and burritos brought right to your door.
Catering: For events and group gatherings, Tacombi provides a catering service with pre-packaged options like the Taco Suprema Set and the Burrita Pack.
Reservations: The restaurant accepts reservations, which is particularly useful for planning a meal with a group or during peak dining hours.

Several key features and highlights contribute to Tacombi's popularity and excellent reputation in the New York dining scene. These attributes set it apart and make it a highly-regarded spot for Mexican food lovers. Here are some of the most prominent highlights:

Fast Service: Tacombi is known for its fast and efficient service, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner, or for grabbing a quick bite when you’re short on time.
Authentic Menu: The menu features a wide variety of authentic Mexican dishes, from the popular Baja Crispy Fish Taco, which has been voted the "Absolute Best Fish Taco" by New York Magazine, to the classic Beef Birria Taco with its accompanying consommé for dipping.
Great for Groups: The casual atmosphere, along with catering options and large group seating, makes it an excellent choice for family gatherings and parties. The Taquiza, which serves 10-15 people, is a perfect example.
Diverse Offerings: The menu includes a variety of offerings beyond just tacos, such as burritos, quesadillas, and entrees like the Taco Plato. It also has plenty of vegan and vegetarian options, as well as a full bar with beer, cocktails, and wine.
Kids' Menu: With a dedicated kids' menu and high chairs available, the restaurant is a great spot for families dining with children.

For more information, to place an order, or to make a reservation, you can reach Tacombi at 202 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021, USA. Their phone number is (646) 726-4302. You can also explore their menu and place orders through various online platforms that offer delivery and takeout services. They are a reliable and well-established presence on the Upper East Side, and their consistent hours from lunch to late night make them a convenient option throughout the day.

Choosing Tacombi on the Upper East Side is a decision to experience a taste of genuine Mexican culture in a vibrant New York setting. What makes it worth choosing is the quality and consistency of its food. While some reviewers have noted concerns about portions or price, the overwhelming sentiment from many diners is positive. The tacos, in particular, are frequently praised for their flavor and authenticity, with many calling them "so so so good!" The variety on the menu, from savory options like the Ribeye Deluxe Taco to vegetarian delights like the Black Bean & Sweet Potato Taco, ensures that there is a perfect meal for every palate. The atmosphere is another major reason to visit. The space is inviting and lively, making it a great place to meet up with friends or to enjoy a quick, solo lunch. The fast and friendly service is a highlight that many customers appreciate, contributing to a positive and enjoyable experience. The happy hour specials, including discounted drinks, are another great incentive to visit. Furthermore, the restaurant’s commitment to providing excellent catering options for groups makes it a reliable partner for parties and events. In short, Tacombi offers a blend of authentic, delicious food, a lively and welcoming atmosphere, and convenient service options, solidifying its place as a top choice for Mexican cuisine in the New York region.

Tacombi Menu

Entradas.
Corn Esquites. $5.48
Corn cut from the cob, topped with cotija cheese, homemade morita mayo, chile powder and fresh lime – and it’s all served in a cup. Contains Dairy, Contains Wheat or Gluten
Rice & Beans. $5.48
Traditional Mexican arroz verde served with beans cooked with tomatillo, epazote and poblano pepper, topped with cilantro and onion.
Queso Masa Crunch $7.98
Oaxaca cheese melted in fried handmade guajillo chile masa topped with habanero crema, cabbage y escabeche. ORDER A FEW FOR GROUPS!

Tacos.
Avocado Tostada. $5.48
Guacamole, pickled red onion, cojita cheese, and fresh cilantro over a black bean spread on a crisped corn tortilla. Often described are our most underrated menu item!
Baja Crispy Fish Taco. $7.98
Voted “Absolute Best Fish Taco” by New York Mag. Beer-battered North Atlantic cod topped with pico de gallo and homemade roasted poblano mayo. Now comes with pickled cabbage.
Beef Birria Taco. $7.48
The Famous Taco from Jalisco! A taco with Chihuahua cheese, served with a consomé for dipping and sipping! A savory, sweet & slightly spicy Mexican flavor from tender, braised brisket in chiles, garlic, herbs & spices.
Al Pastor Taco. $5.48
Free-range pork, thinly sliced and marinated in a special chilies and spices marinade, slow-roasted on a trompo. The meat is sliced off as it is cooked and topped with cilantro, diced onions and pineapple.
Sinaloa Shrimp Taco. $7.48
Fresh seared shrimp paired with melted chihuahua cheese and topped with pickled onions, refreshing cilantro and sliced avocado on a corn tortilla
Ribeye Deluxe Taco. $9.98
Thinly sliced Ribeye from “Pat Lafrieda” perfectly seared and served with a avacado tomatillo salsa and charred onions y jalapeño chiles.
Crispy Chicken Tinga Taco. $6.98
Free-range chicken tinga and crispy thigh served with escabeche, spicy habanero crema on two freshly pressed, red guajillo tortillas.
Seared Fish Taco. $7.98
Responsibly sourced North Atlantic Cod marinated in a mojo de cilantro, seared on the plancha served with red and green cabbage, topped with cilantro and a dry chile salsa.
Black Bean & Sweet Potato Taco. $5.48
Refried black beans topped with roasted sweet potatoes and cotija cheese. Served on a corn tortilla.

Quesadillas.
Cheese Quesadilla. $7.59
A Flour tortilla, melted chihuahua cheese with a onions and cilantro mix.
Al Pastor Quesadilla. $10.98
Thinly sliced Mexico CIty-style “Al Pastor” roasted pork, melted chihuahua cheese and topped with cilantro and onion.
Crispy Chicken Tinga Quesadilla. $10.98
Melted Oaxaca cheese, chicken tinga y crispy chicken thigh with habanero crema, cabbage and escabeche.
Carne Asada Quesadilla. $10.98
Chopped sirloin seared to perfection and topped with caramelized onions, chiles toreados, fresh cilantro and melted chihuahua cheese.
Ribeye Deluxe Quesadilla. $17.98
Melted Chihuahua cheese, refried beans on a flour tortilla, topped with thinly sliced, seared ribeye from “Pat LaFreida” with charred onions y jalapeño chiles.

Taco Plato
Baja Crispy Fish Plato $17.98
Beer-battered North Atlantic cod topped with pico de gallo. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Beef Birria Plato $17.98
Tender, braised beef brisket topped with onions & cilantro, and served with consomé. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Al Pastor Plato $17.98
Thinly sliced Mexico CIty-style “Al Pastor” roasted pork topped with fresh pineapple, onions and cilantro. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Sinaloa Shrimp Plato $17.98
Fresh seared shrimp topped with pickled onions and sliced avocado. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Carne Asada Plato $17.98
Chopped sirloin seared to perfection and topped with caramelized onions and chiles toreados. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Crispy Chicken Tinga Taco Plato $16.48
Chicken tinga and crispy thigh and with habanero crema, cabbage y escabeche. Comes with Rice & Beans and red guajillo tortillas.
Seared Fish Plato $17.98
North Atlantic Cod marinated in a mojo de cilantro, seared on the plancha . Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.
Vegana Plato $16.48
Roasted sweet potato, kale, poblano rajas and dried chile salsa. Comes with Rice & Beans and three Vista Hermosa corn tortillas.

Burritas.
Al Pastor Burrita. $15.48
Mexico City-style “Al Pastor” roasted pork. Exquisito enough to warrant two. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with rice, beans, cabbage and morita tomatillo salsa.
Carne Asada Burrita. $16.98
Thinly sliced and chopped beef seared a la plancha. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with rice, beans, cabbage, cilantro & onion and morita tomatillo salsa.
Baja Crispy Fish Burrita $16.98
Beer-battered North Atlantic cod and roasted poblano mayo. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with beans, poblano mayo, cabbage and morita tomatillo salsa.
Crispy Chicken Tinga Burrita. $16.48
Refried black beans, chicken tinga and crispy thigh and with habanero crema, cabbage y escabeche loaded in a Vista Hermosa flour tortilla.
Vegana Burrita. $15.48
Roasted sweet potato, kale, poblano rajas and dried chile salsa. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with rice, beans, cabbage and morita tomatillo salsa.
Ribeye Deluxe Burrita. $18.98
Rich, flavorful seared ribeye from “Pat LaFreida”, french fries, chihuahua cheese, refried beans rolled in a fresh flour tortilla.

Dessert.
Extra Chocolate Sauce. $2.00
Extra Mexican Chocolate Sauce

For Groups
Taco Suprema Set (12 Tacos) $52.98
So easy! We provide the tacos and the fixings, you make them your own. 12 tacos packed together with garnishes on the side in one convenient set.
Taquiza (Serves 10-15) $319.98
Enjoy the art of taco-making during your dinner parties, occasion celebrations, or office lunches. Serves 10-15. Comes with a selection of three delicious proteins, a warm stack of fresh corn tortillas and all of your favorite taqueria toppings. Includes... Tortillas Cilantro & Onion Pico de Gallo Sliced Pineapple Queso Cojita Cabbage Limes Poblano Mayo Vista Hermosa Salsa
Burrita Pack – 8 Pollo Superior, 4 La Bisteca, 4 Vegana $199.98
16 Burritas: the preferred portable, handheld dining opportunity. Made with our hand-pressed Vista Hermosa flour tortillas. (8) Pollo Superior - Free-range chicken marinated in recado rojo and roasted to perfection. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with roasted tomato salsa, rice, beans, and cabbage. (4) La Bisteca - Thinly sliced and chopped beef seared a la plancha. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with avocado-tomatillo salsa, rice, beans, cabbage, and cilantro & onion. (4) Vegana - Roasted sweet potato, kale, and poblano rajas. Wrapped in a hand-pressed flour tortilla with roasted tomato salsa, rice, beans, and cabbage
Quesadilla Pack – 12 Pollo, 6 Carne Asada, 6 Chihuahua $164.98
Easy, Oaxaca cheese fulfillment for group enjoyment! 24 Quesadillas royally wrapped in our Vista Hermosa Flour Tortillas. (12) Pollo Quesadilla - Roasted free-range chicken, melted Chihuahua cheese and topped with cilantro and onion. (6) Carne Asada Quesadilla - Chopped sirloin seared to perfection and topped with caramelized onions, chiles toreados, fresh cilantro, and melted Chihuahua cheese. (5) La Chihuahua Quesadilla - melted Chihuahua Cheese, simple and delicious.
Salsa Superíor Y Guacamole Con Totopos $45.98
Serves 8-10. Crowd-pleasing, spicy salsa paired with our fresh guacamole, and completed with our tip top Totopos from Vista Hermosa.
Extra Extra Corn Esquites $67.98
A Tacombi fan favorite: Corn cut from the cob, topped with cotija cheese, homemade morita mayo, chile powder and fresh lime. Packaged perfectly for a group! Serves 20-30

Vista Hermosa.
VH Flour Tortilla. 8 Pc $6.99
Pack of 8 organic, non-GMO flour tortillas. Made with just 4 simple ingredients--wheat flour, cassava root, water & avocado oil--these tortillas elevate any meal.

Beverages.
Aguas Frescas. $5.48
Light and cooling drinks made daily from fresh fruits, grains and flowers the traditional Mexican way.
Lupita Soda. $5.48
El sabor de las frutas! Our line of fruit-based sodas come in a vibrant selection of flavors to fit your palate.
Maya Cola. $5.48
Classic Cola flavor with a Mexican twist, fizzy y refreshing.
Agua De Piedra. $5.48
Mexican Coke. $5.48
12oz
Diet Coke. $4.48
8oz

To-Go Cocktails.
Frozen Margarita To Go $14.50
Cool frozen sipping from our 16oz purpose-built custom cup. BY LAW, ALCOHOL PURCHASES MUST INCLUDE FOOD.
Frozen Piña Colada To Go $14.50
The frozen signature staple for sunset refreshment & repose served in our custom 16oz cup. BY LAW, ALCOHOL PURCHASES MUST INCLUDE FOOD.
Sandia Santa. 8oz $15.50
Our good spirited tequila refreshment con sandía y fresh lime. One 8oz bottle makes 2 refreshing drinks. Served with a side of limes. Enjoy over ice. BY LAW, ALCOHOL ORDERS MUST INCLUDE FOOD.
Margarita Clásica. 8oz $15.50
A sunset citrus sensation! One 8oz bottle makes 2 refreshing drinks. Enjoy over ice. BY LAW, ALCOHOL PURCHASES MUST INCLUDE FOOD.

Cerveza.
Michelada. $12.00
Monopolio. $9.00
Monopolio Clara Cubetazo. $45.00
A crisp and refreshing Mexican lager. Six bottles.
Monopolio IPA. $10.00
Monopolio IPA Cubetazo $50.00
A crisp and refreshing Mexican beer. Six bottles.
Cerveza Pacifico $8.00
Exceptionally drinkable pilsner-style Mexican lager
Monopolio Negra Cubetazo $45.00
A crisp and refreshing Mexican beer. Six bottles.
Cerveza Pacifico Cubetazo $45.00
Exceptionally drinkable pilsner-style Mexican lager. Six bottles.

Salsas
Gobernador Salsa $1.49
A 2 oz side of our bright green salsa made with serrano chiles, cilantro, garlic and lime juice.
Morita Mayo $1.49
A 2 oz side of our mayo mix with morita chiles rehydrated with cider and white vinegar, blended with cilantro and lime juice.
Morita Tomatillo Salsa $1.49
A 2 oz side of our smoky salsa made with roasted tomatillo, white and cider vinegar, cumin and toasted dry chiles.
Pico De Gallo $1.49
A 2 oz side of our chunkier salsa made with fresh diced tomatoes mixed with onions, cilantro, serrano chiles and lime juice.
Poblano Mayo $1.49
A 2 oz side of our mayo mix with Roasted Poblano chiles, blended with Jalapeno, cilantro and white vinegar.

Tacombi Details

Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights
Fast service

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Comfort food
Happy hour drinks
Hard liquor
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities
Restroom

Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy

Crowd
Family-friendly

Planning
Accepts reservations

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu

Parking
Free street parking
Paid street parking

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Tacombi Location

Tacombi

New York New York County New York East 70th Street

202 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021, USA

Tacombi Reviews

An average rating of ★4.3 from 698 user reviews.

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So glad we came to get tacos here. This is my first time at this location. Big space and we were greeted so nicely. Oh! it just so happen to be happy hour, so of course we ordered some drinks. As for food we had a few tacos , rice and beans, and tostadas. Everything was so so so good! Keep up the good work!!!! I haven't been to a location that has not been a good time!!!!
April 06 · Dalisha P
Definitely a mixed experience. The tacos were fully loaded, but lacking a full flavor. The chips and salsa were good, but the fresh (fried) tortilla chips were over oiled. The horchata was refreshing, but watered down.Overall, a bit too expensive for what it was.
July 28 · Brandon Pena
Uziel is one of the standout servers here. He's always attentive, especially when I’m dining solo. Never forgets a face. The tacos? Consistently fire. Guac and street corn are legit. And the margaritas and piña coladas? Top-tier.
July 22 · Kimberla Smith
Great taco place. I had the vegan burrito and my friends had a variety of tacos. The waiting staff was friendly and the food came quickly. I do like the atmosphere, it reminded me of being in a little market outside. I’d definitely return or visit another location
April 01 · Mark Tobar
ive been to multiple locations but wont return to this one.We ordered 2 Al pastors tacos, 2 Ribeye tacos and 4 Baja fish tacos. Waiter brought out 4 shrimp tacos and insisted we ordered the shrimp when we tried to correct him.After arguing the order was wrong back and forth we just let it be. The shrimp tacos are not great won’t recommend those.I will recommend all other Tacombi locations. Their service and tacos were always good
July 09 · Mercedes