Food here is excellent. Service takes about 5-10 minutes depending on the rush. I love how the food is super fresh! Chips and Guac here are also delicious. My favorite every time is the carne asada, volcan is also very good! Love coming here for a quick bite. For my order here it was about $20 (2 carne asada and 1 Al Pastor taco) read more

Jefe Tacos - Carne asada and Al pastor - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great tacos and volcan! I ordered an Al pastor taco and volcan and everything was made fresh to order, even the tortillas. The items are a little on the pricey side but they gave a generous portion of meat with each. When I return, I will be trying more things on their menu! read more

Jefe Tacos - Al Pastor Volcan and Al Pastor Taco - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is always packed and for good reason. The rice bowl is so good. I get it with everything and my tummy sings with happiness. It comes with tortilla or chips. I prefer the chips. The Jamaica (sorrel without all of the spices) is also good. They have tv screens up so you can watch tv as you eat. They also have a bar. I don't drink so I can't tell you what they serve. All in all, I've eaten from here a few times before and keep coming back. read more

DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!! Im an Al Pastor person without pina, and for a person that has had Al Pastor from several different restaurants, this place made my top 5 list of best Al Pastor! Everything was cooked perfectly! The service was outstanding! Idk if the guy was the manager or owner (I don't remember his name)but he made us feel comfortable and welcomed! He made sure we had everything we need to make our experience the best! If you stop by the dekalb market hall make sure you stop by Jefe Tacos! read more

Jefe Tacos - Al Pastor Burrito - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The food was very good! Went here with a few coworkers and we all enjoyed it.. they served just enough and the salsa verde added a nice spice too. The music and ambience made it even better. They played music by Mana & Otra Como Tu by Eros Ramazzotti! They definitely have great taste Oh and they had sports on at the bar which was another PLUS The staff were very friendly and prompt! read more

I haven't been to DM in years and am unsure how new this place is but the al pastor is some of the tastiest tacos I've had. Yes it seems expensive but three tacos cost $15 which is what it would be at a restaurant. With hand made masa, meat you can see like gyro meat and great music this is definitely a spot to come into the market for. P.S if you cannot take the "spice" of black pepper probably best to not get tacos. read more

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I don't see what all the fuss is about. I had a rice bowl and the Beans and chicken were bland and portions are small for such a pricey meal. The taco is truly the smallest I've ever seen and for $5.50? C'mon. You're better off going to chipotle if you're looking for a meal that's tasty and filling read more

Finally a taco place with Al pastor! Decided to give this place a try and I'm glad I did! The crispy tacos are so good and they aren't shy with the meat. The Al pastor was so flavorful and I love the pineapples on top! The crispy taco is like a big Tostitos scoop chip lol The asada was good too And their side of beans. The only downside is the food is a little on the pricy side and it takes a minute to get your food because it gets busy read more

Was at the mall to go to the Alamo for a movie and swung downstairs for a quick bite. Jefe Tacos hit the spot with their delicious al Pastor Volcan (a Crispy Corn Tortilla w/Fried Cheese). Price point is a bit high but...welcome to New York. read more

Pleasantly surprised by how authentic and yummy the tacos are here. But on the expensive side for tacos but worth it. I ordered the Al pastor and carne asada. Both were really good, think I liked the Al pastor a tad more. Soooo flavorful and their sauces are on point! read more

Phenomenal place in DeKalb market hall. I tried the al pastor taco and it was sublime! Extremely flavorful, juicy and just a wonderful combination of flavors. It is a generous portion, I would say 1-2 tacos is a snack and get at least 3 for a meal. Al pastor is one of my favorites and I have tried multiple Mexican spots within the city but I am going to go ahead and say this was the best al pastor taco I have had in NYC. read more

I forgot to take a photo but I Love The Tacos! They are filling and a good price. They also have grilled caucus Good service even though in a very high traffic spot. There is seating, but this is like a food mall at Albee Square. I'll take a photo today when I go back for more tacos. read more

Incredible tacos, and possibly the best option in dekalb market. Great vegetarian options (mushroom and cactus). Get a side of tortillas !!!

BEST TACOS IVE EVER HAD!!!!!! A must try! I got the el pastor tacos and the meat was shaved in front of us & topped with pineapples. Perfect pairing. The steak tacos were topped with the greatest green salsa. The perfect heat! read more

Jefe Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here because I was craving tacos and I won't be returning again. It's truly not worth spending $20 for 3 tacos. The tacos were bland and the toppings were the only thing that have it a kick. The cook already had the meats precooked and just added it to the taco. When I sat down I was basically eating a hot tortilla with pre heated meat. I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

Jefe Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

One of the absolute best tacos I've had in NY...EVER. I started with one Al pastore and had to order another ...the tacos beheld perfectly cooked meat seasoned to perfection and a gentle heat on the back end, topped with onions, cilantro and grilled pineapple and a bit more heat, with cucumbers and a radish to balance it out...I fell in love. The meat was tender and juicy with a nice edge to it and the spice and light fat would drizzle out with every bite. The pineapple offered a sweet balance to the spice without overpowering it . The actual taco was a single taco made from fresh corn and made thin enough to allow you to savor the filling. I don't like when I get thick tacos or even two tacos in a single filling because I find that it overpowers the flavors of the filling. Overall this place is bomb for its balanced flavors and I can't wait to go back!! read more

Hospitality and cuisine at its finest. My wife and I stumbled upon this place at Dekalb Market in Brooklyn and it was the best part of our night. The staff was incredibly accommodating but I have to focus this review around the chef personally. He prepared our order in front of us and you could tell how much pride he took in his work. Every detail was precise. He made sure he served each customer a dish he was proud of. He then checked in with us to see if everything was to our liking. The food was immaculate and so fresh. If this place was alittle closer to my house I would be a regular. This is one of those perfect businesses and I'm very appreciative to the staff for making tonight an unforgettable date night. read more

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Hands down the best tacos in New York!!! What I have been searching for. I'm from LA and craved some amazing authentic well seasoned tacos with all the goodness on top. The chicken gringa taco is my favorite. I love the pico de gallo, it's a bit spicy and perfect. BEST TACOS EVER. read more

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We went on a Saturday evening at about 8pm and everything was sold out except the chicken. We ordered that and it came literally just dry chicken and cucumber. A pitiful taco with no moisture, flavor, or anything really. If they're that sold out, they should have just closed early instead of offering subpar food. read more

Jefe Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very good Al Pastor taco. They have the legit spit going with the pork behind the counter. One of the better Al pastor tacos I've had in the area. Not cheap though 5.50$ for the taco. read more

Amazing tacos you have to try. Fresh veggies quality meat tasty guacamole what more do you need!?

Really uncooked mushrooms they said "it was braised I got 3 of them for $6 each and literally over priced for just mushrooms I'm trying to get my refund asap this is crazy! read more

Jefe Tacos - Raw mushrooms no flavor what so ever. Like really is this a taco? Trying to get my refund of 3 TACOs THAT WAS $6 insane! - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Best tacos I've had in NYC to date! I rarely write reviews but had to share. I'm also conflicted about sharing how good this place is, as I want to keep it a secret (for selfish reasons) but also so glad they are in the neighborhood. We've had mediocre Mexican food for far too long! So so good! I'm very impressed! They don't skimp on portions, they are reasonably priced, extremely flavorful! Quite simply excellent overall! I will be dreaming about these tacos for the foreseeable future. read more

Jefe Tacos - Had the Pollo al Volcan and Al Pastor al Volcan. - Tacos Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The food is really good here. Tacos are pretty good and worth coming back for. The service on the other hand lately has been extremely rude. Charging extra for sauce (99% of taco places give you small sauce on the side) and then not giving a bag when asked. The girl working the register doesn't want to be there and has a poor attitude. Hope manager realizes this issue and corrects it. Love to keep coming back but not if the service is bad. read more

I ordered a mushroom quesadilla from here as a quick meal to pick up. The food itself was decent, not the best I've had, but it wasn't bad. I personally felt it was a bit overpriced for what you got. The salsa I ordered as "medium-spicy" was really good and had quite a kick to it! If you don't do spicy, I would recommend going for their mild salsa for sure! When I ordered I was told "it'll be 2-3 minutes", which I knew was not realistic, but was hoping for something closer to 10 minutes, however, it took almost 20 minutes just for a quesadilla. Slightly annoyed by that, but I get it, they were a popular spot in the food market and I think people were placing online orders. I think they're better known for their tacos, the name is a dead giveaway I know, so next time I'll try their vegetarian tacos! read more

I paid $19 including the tip for two ridiculously tiny tacos in a huge carry out container. Very disappointing and really not that tasty. I wouldn't go back. read more

Really good tacos. I had the pollo and carne asada. Both were delicious. Need a little more sauce. I'm a hot sauce enthusiast but they didn't have anything to spice it up read more

Stumbled upon this taco joint with cool hippo logo in Dekalb market after a long run through BK. The al pastor is new on the spinner each day, and tortilla tasted freshly ground from the kernel. The toppings brought the perfect balance of acid and heat, and the horchata drink was a sweet but not too sweet ending to the meal. Even the cactus taco filling was a satisfying portion and nearly turned me into a vegetarian until I had another bite of the al pastor. Comparable to but probably better than Los Tacos. Stop by before/after your Trader Joe's run and finish with dessert at the Ample Hills creamery stand. Will definitely be back! read more

I'm rarely so inspired that I'll leave a message. But these tacos I just had!!!! They deserve a review. I got carnitas and al pastor and BOTH were amazing. AMAZING! Until now, I've only purchased the shrimp ceviche (which is so good I literally have it at least once a week-- please serve more chips with it!), but I will now be adding those tacos to my order because OH EM GEEEEE. read more

Seriously the best burrito I've had in NY by far. The carne asada is outstanding, and everything tastes super fresh and flavorful. So glad this place opened up in the market hall! read more

Went to jefe for some tacos and a burrito and everything was fire. The al pastor and pollo were good, but the carne asada here is actually next level. Horchata is fire too. read more

I never do this because I know running a restaurant can be very difficult in NY, but I had a food safety concern when eating here today and the staff dismissed me no matter how much I explained to them. I had been eating the shrimp ceviche tostada and halfway into eating it I was holding back vomit and running to the bathroom. My body violently rejected it because your stomach knows when shit ain't right. I had even had a taco before which I had 0 problem digesting, so that indicates that its the shrimp and not the food overall. I expelled my meal walked back and attempted to ask for a refund for the ceviche, or some sort of compensation or something that felt like a good service experience. The staff's response was dismissive and apathetic. More importantly they should have at least considered to stop serving the dish to avoid getting other customers sick. Even one bad shrimp (or under marinated when cooked cold in lime, not properly thawed, etc.) can make a person terribly sick. Seeing that seafood spoils easily, ceviche should be treated with a higher standard of safety. I'd suggest getting higher quality shrimp/fish and charging more to avoid this, also more profit for y'all. I'd refer to los mariscos (in Chelsea) for that, they do it right. Apologies for the long message but this was concerning and I think it should be addressed for your businesses success. Otherwise the carne asada was good, real good flour tortilla, but tbh you'd be better off going to Taqueria Al Pastor. Thanks! :) read more

Hidden little taco gem in Dekalb market. Highly recommend. Great food, great service at a great price. Will definitely be back soon. read more

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April 24 2022 was the day my family and I ran the Brooklyn half marathon. The finish line was like a battle field with runners defeated yet victorious. The feeling was bitter sweet. After, we decided to get tacos at El Jefes. The flavors brought back much needed energy. It's obvious that the Al Pastor is crafted every morning with the perfect symphony of flavors, as is the corn tortillas, constructed with the perfect blend of corn, crushed with compassion that can only comes with experience. I felt I could have finished the other half of the marathon. My taste buds long for another burrito. read more

the tacos were excellent, some of the best ive had. service was good, the food came out fast. the ambiance of the place was nice but had little seats. although I found what seems to be a pube in my food. so for that I give it a 1 star, since the health of the customer should come first. this goes against the pure health and food act of 1906. there shouldn't be pubes in my food and mouth read more

came here to get a quick meal and the girl was so rude . when she approached me she had an attitude and assumed I was not going to order and told me to leave when she never asked what I wanted . I highly recommend not going read more

Don't waste your time (disengaged, inattentive staff) or money (overpriced, bland, and poorly executed food). My quesadilla order was basically a pathetic attempt at a large soft, oh so soft, shell taco. Which, btw, I was charged a price higher than what's listed on the menu. Tried the tacos on the visit before that and, well, "fool me once, ..." Such a pricey, sad, disappointment. read more

The tacos here are DELICIOUS. The Al pastor was my favorite but we also tried the chicken and steak and it was also really yummy! The tacos are generously portioned and the staff are really kind. My friend got the chicken burrito and went back for a taco because it was so good. I can't wait for them to open the larger area and try everything else on the menu! read more

The tacos were served cold and without any fix-ins. The meat had good flavor, but it was cold. They were out of many ingredients and were not prepared. I don't recommend this joint. At their price point, I expected better quality food and service! Awfully overpriced. read more