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    El Huarache

    4.5 (44 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Nolan K.

    Delicious authentic tacos. I loved the green sauce they gave with the complementary chips. Horchata is also great here too.

    Chips and dip (complimentary)
    Jeannie T.

    Loved my first visit here. Looked at the reviews on Yelp and Google so I figured to give it a try. First and foremost, the mom and pop shop are very friendly and welcoming when you walk in. I didn't expect the warmth just for asking for a take out menu. (Now that I have it, I'll order ahead to pick up). While we waited, they served us some chips and dip. Totally didn't expect that since we were ordering take out. It felt like we were dining there! The wait for our entrees were about 30 minutes because I ordered a lot! And I had not thought of what to get so it took some time with so many yummy options. The one thing I loved the most was my enchiladas... Chicken was the protein and the sauce with the slices of avocado, cheese and red onions was so delicious. There were red and green chili based sauces given on the side. I'm glad they didn't put it on my food as I'm not great with too much heat. Other items we enjoyed: - Mango salad, contains walnuts. Mangoes were super sweet, cranberries gave it a nice second layer of flavor, the walnuts and tossed salad was excellent. Dressing on the side. It was so refreshing it didn't even need the dressing but I tried it anyway, a red vinaigrette. - camarones (shrimp) with rice and asparagus, decent portion and lots of asparagus. Made eating out less guilty. Ha ha - chicken quesadilla, it was two large pieces and nicely presented. I would get this again. - torta con carne, came with fries. Wasn't sure how the beef was going to be made but my kiddo enjoyed it very much. I realize it was a sandwich (for dinner) but he didn't mind. Beef was nicely grilled and not dry. Very good. - flan (so good!) The owner was so nice and asked if it was my first visit which I said yes. She told me she hopes I will enjoy the food and hopes I'll return. I totally would but maybe next time, I'll eat in. Food was great on takeout so I'm sure it'll be even better sitting in.

    Shrimp Tacos. Chunks of freshly cooked shrimp. Simple goodness.
    Spicy P.

    What a lovely hidden gem in the local area! We were craving some really authentic Mexican Tacos and of course, we know there are options in Northwest Queens but we wanted to find something nearby. After axing out several spots we've tried before and didn't love (places so downhill so quickly sometimes!), we decided to follow the highest-rated option - El Huarache. And while we know that this is known for huaraches and alot more than just the tacos - we think that the tacos are always the standard test for how authentic a place might be. We ordered for Take-Out and can I just say .. how unbelievably sweet and homey the atmosphere and service was?! We met Ernesto, probably the owner - and he was so welcoming and friendly and professional. He told us it would be just a few minutes for our order while introducing us to some of his specials and answering our questions. They don't have a long list of taco-types, but we were fine with that. Because apparently they have what they do well and not a bunch of things to busy their menu. We ordered the set of beef and al pastor which come with 3 a set. We also added a chorizo and some shrimp tacos. The sets of 3 come with 1 for free as per their current promotion (call directly to order, or walk-in, dine-in .. not on the food apps). They were all delish and freshly prepared but we especially loved the Al Pastor and Chorizo. We were so impressed by the portions of fillings - compared to many spots that follow the street-taco style and give just a small portion of meat with other fillers. Here, no silly fillers like lettuce and tomato (Mexican tacos should not have these!) - just their marinaded grilled meat with bits of onion and cilantro and sauce, on two small corn tortillas. Their corn tortillas were so savory and nutty and authentic! Tacos are served with lime wedges and grilled scallions - such as nice extra authentic touch! Their hot sauces were also excellent (for me, this matters!) - ask for their hottest one if you love extra heat. We will definitely be going back to try some other menu items! Be sure to try and give them a try - a hardworking family-run local shop that has great food and rare-to-come-by, great service!

    Ryan N.

    Great portions. I loved the beef tacos and beef burrito and it came out fast. The beef burrito included fries.

    Huarache!
    Najwa G.

    El Huarache has some great food and is a much needed addition for Mexican food in Little Neck. I got the pollo huarache and it was delicious but unfortunately a little dry hence I knocked off a star. The portions aforementioned are more than reasonable and the service is great as well. Loved the chips and salsa to start! I will be back to try other things as I frequent the area regularly.

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    Ligit, old school Mexican restaurant. Food is always on point. Service is friendly and quick. Prices are great and food is fresh. This is an authentic Mexican restaurant, not like some in the area that sells "fast food."

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    Very good food and attentive service for this local authentic Mexican restaurant. We tried it based on the yelp reviews and will be back!

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    wonderful service wonderful food and overall a wonderful place I enjoyed the vibe and will be coming back

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    Amazing spot . Super authentic Mexican food. All made fresh to order. The best Mexican restaurant Iv found in the area of queens

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    I have been here several times food is excellent. Everything is fresh, made to order and the people are extremely nice.

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    Delicious food not too far from all the cemeteries in Queens, a foreboding reminder of where I…read morewould end up if I ate here every day. This is not Mexican food. This is Mexican food with a twist. There is all your favorites here and then some. After the New York Times paid a visit here a few months back, the reputation of this little restaurant in Sunnyside takes on a new meaning to flavor. I got three items, all of which had varying degrees of success. The main item I wanted to try was their famed Fried Chicken Cemita, or a Mexican sandwich layered with just about everything the kitchen sink throws at you. Considering I live where Doña Zita roams as the king of the Cemita, this has big shoes to fill. After taking a bite, and making one big mess, I knew I made the right choice. So much flavor and texture going on that I could not figure out how to attack the next few bites. My only criticism is that it is a little on the small side, and I was still hungry after eating one. I had to order something else. That is when I went full San Diego on this restaurant and got a fish and a shrimp taco. The fish taco is great but you cannot eat the fish with the taco. Otherwise it falls apart. The other flavors are there but it should be as one happy family, not two separate entities. That is how I felt eating this. Unfortunately you order individually with these it can get pricey quickly. The shrimp taco has the same criticisms. Like the fish tacos, these are also ordered individually. I like that the shrimp is succulent and there are three large shrimp in the taco, but this is a taco, not a Po Boy. I should not have shrimp spilling out the shell for me to pick later. It should be one harmonious flavor packed into a shell. I did not get that here. San Diego, you are safe for now as having the best fish tacos. In another review, I mentioned that New York is not known for Mexican food. A good one is a big fish in a little pond. I will be back here to try more food items here, as my selection for good Mexican food in New York is pretty limited. As long as I do not end up in one of the nearby cemeteries first.

    1st time customer... I'd return…read more The food and beverages , staff, decor, service and 3 TVs for watching sports... it's not a big restaurant but you'll have a nice time here. You won't leave hungry bc protein portions are decent. I ordered tacos: crispy chicken, barbacoa and carnita. Very filling bc they don't skimp on the protein or toppings on the tacos. Order the Jamaica beverage, if you don't drink alcohol and want something less sweet than soda. Plus, where else sells Jamaica bevvy!? Bathroom in the back.

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