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    Esse Taco

    4.0 (110 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Pamela P.

    When I heard Enrique Olvera was opening a taqueria in Williamsburg I knew I had to try it. I loved it. Wish there was seating, but the place is small, the brisket tacos are the winner, we also tried their other flavors but brisket were our favorite by far! The pumpkin soup was also very interesting and tasteful as were all the sauces available in the sauce bar. This tacos are expensive but Olvera is a 2 Michelin star chef in Mexico, so in my opinion, worth it. The bathroom could be cleaner. Drinks were good.

    Tacos Hongos
    Heidi B.

    I consider myself a bit of a taco aficionado and I don't know why but I didn't have high hopes for this place. When I walk by something gives me frat party vibes. Came here with a friend and ordered the only vegetarian taco option which was hongos. And OMG they were amazing and I'm still thinking about them. Guac and chips also good, and salsa verde is flavorful. I noticed that they are unusually heavy handed with raw onions, didn't bother me but my husband hates onions so I noticed.

    Anna K.

    Amazing taco place! Visited there once with my friend's recommendation and it was good! Ordered beef tacos and it was delicious. Would love to try other things!!

    Gloria L.

    Super casual drop in vibes! There's a lot of standing room inside to eat your tacos as well as a few sitting areas outside I ordered the chicken "poc chuc" and the rib eye steak. I was pleasantly surprised by the chicken taco and I really enjoyed it because the chicken was super moist and it had a lot of juices. I loved the picked red onions The rib eye steak, not sure if it's worth the $7 price tag. They have one piece of steak, the size of the tortilla but the cut of the steak was thin. I wish it was a thicker cut or cubes so there's a texture contrast. I did like the green onions that they added on top but they might have added a little too much because that was the majority of the flavor profile when I was eating it. Would've liked the flavor of the steak to pull through a bit more

    Pork taco and chicken taco
    Nicolas L.

    Really incredible. I got to try Enrique Olvera's tortillas when I was in Mexico City years ago at Pujol and he really brought his all to this place. The tortillas here are just as excellent as I remember. The meat could not be more juicy and the salsa selection was fantastic. Highly suggest grabbing as many of the roasted peppers as possible from the salsa station! I grew up in LA so I'm a Mexican food snob--this is easily the best tacos I've had in the city. Do with that what you will!

    Tacos!
    Christine L.

    Cute casual taco spot in Williamsburg right off the L that always seems to be busy- and for good reason! Delish tacos- the brisket and al pastor were both super flavorful and filling. Also tried the horchata, very refreshing! Plenty of standing tables to chow your tacos down right there, or opt for takeout!

    Pork Adobo and the Oyster Mushroom tacos, on corn tortillas and margarita
    Jane B.

    Tasty tacos in a casual, quick setting I've been to Esse a few times--it's a great casual taco spot right on Bedford, just a short walk from the L train. It's a quick, no-fuss kind of place where you order via iPads or directly from the staff, and your food is ready within minutes. There's no formal seating, but they have standing room at barrel-style tables both inside and outside. In warmer weather, they open up the space for a nice indoor/outdoor vibe. The menu is fairly limited, but what they do, they do well. I've tried the Pork Adobo and the Oyster Mushroom tacos, both on corn tortillas (a solid gluten-free option). The tacos are generously filled--two is usually plenty. The pork is crispy and flavorful, and the mushroom taco is a favorite for any mushroom lover. Their guac and chips are fresh and tasty, though the margarita if fine and on the small side. Overall, a great go-to for casual tacos and quick bites in the neighborhood.

    Ribeye steak taco
    Katherine N.

    Esse Taco is doing something right, because that ribeye steak taco? Unreal. Juicy, flavorful, borderline addictive. I'd go back for that alone. Also had the meringue sundae--crunchy bits in ice cream are my weakness, and this one hit the spot. There's no seating, so don't come expecting a long, leisurely meal. It's more of a stand-and-mingle kind of place, which honestly works with the high energy and social vibe they've got going. The staff is super friendly, which makes the whole experience even better. Not the cheapest taco joint in town, but if you're taco-hopping or just need a quick bite that doesn't disappoint, Esse Taco is worth the stop.

    Brisket and adobado
    Warren A.

    Easily one of my top 5 taco spots in NY. I tried the brisket and the adobado. You can totally taste the delicious fat from the beef on the brisket which was amazing. For the adobado what sets it apart from other spots is the pineapple butter which ensures you get a bit of pineapple in every bite. Definitely coming back to try more!!

    Sampler
    Mia H.

    Located in Brooklyn, this taco joint is a casual spot with metallic standing tables for you to eat at. Definitely a quick bite kind of spot as there is no seating. You can order at the counter or a kiosk and your name is called once the tacos are ready. I got the sampler plate with the steak, chicken, pork, and mushroom tacos. After your name is called, there are also a variety of sauces and toppings you can grab to enjoy with your tacos. I'm not sure what it's called but the green sauce that I got was SO good with the tacos. My personal favorite was the pork one with the chicken being a close second. Loved all the toppings and it was amazing.

    Alan S.

    It's trying to give those CDMX/Orinoco vibes we all love that propelled Los Tacos to fame, but it's not quite succeeding. The metallic tables suggest a casual ambiance, but the automatic ordering and location right on Bedford come across as corporate. The oyster mushroom tacos had a very singular flavor, and the salsa verde did not taste fresh.

    Wagyu & pork
    Nicole K.

    These are pretty decent tacos, nothing special but not bad. Would skip the wagyu and go for pork

    I'm plant-based and ordered the mushroom taco... and when I tell you I was NOT prepared I have never had a mushroom taco taste that good in my life. The flavor?? Insane. Perfectly seasoned, everything. I literally had to order a second one because there was no way I was stopping at one. So, so delicious. I'm 100% going back. Huge shoutout to the chef and the entire team for killing it and Valerie at the register is the sweetest ever. Amazing customer service and even better food. 10/10

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    Absolutely a phenomenal experience from start to finish. Came here on a recommendation and it did…read morenot disappoint. Our reservation was for 8:30pm, but we arrived early and Alejandra, the hostess, was incredibly welcoming and accommodating. Even though she was ready to seat us, we decided to hang at the bar until the rest of our party arrived and that was the perfect move. Alkarys behind the bar was top-tier. She recommended the Siempre Reposado, and let me tell you... smooth, clean, dangerously good. If you're into tequila, that's a must. Now let's talk about the food. We ordered the quesadilla, rajas, tamales, tacos, and the queso fundido and every single dish hit. The queso fundido came out bubbling, rich, perfectly melted with that pull you want when you scoop it up. The tamales were moist and packed with flavor, wrapped beautifully and clearly made with care. The rajas had that perfect balance of roasted pepper sweetness and savory depth. The tacos? Authentic, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor, no shortcuts. Even the quesadilla stood out, crispy on the outside with that perfectly melted interior. Everything felt traditional, elevated but still true to its roots. You can taste the authenticity. Service was attentive without being overbearing, the ambiance was super casual and laid back, the kind of Brooklyn spot you pull up to for a real dinner experience, not just a quick bite. Highly recommend this place if you're out and about in Brooklyn. Definitely coming back for the tequila, the queso fundido, and round two of those tacos. I'm gonna try eating at the bar to check out the spot in the front of the house.

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