It's always wonderful when an ordinary looking little spot turns out to be delicious. This understated eatery is a must try when in the village and wanting prime Mexican food. There are several tables outside on the street and a few at a counter inside. The staff is great and turn out your orders very quickly. The woman who took our order was sweet and gave me a tester of a drink they had on the menu when I inquired if it was good. The drink is called Agua Santa (it's absolutely refreshing) which is a blend of kiwi, cucumber, lime & palo santo. A must try, the guacamole and chips. We ordered the steak trompa taco, tuna tosdado, chicken taco, mushroom taco and one Santa margarita (not for me the person who ordered it enjoyed it). Each taco had its own authentic taste all of the meat was tender and succulent. read more

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I had heard so much about Santo Taco and the hype surrounding their Mexico City style tacos, so I had to see what all the hype was about. Luckily, there was no line when I arrived, and I ordered their most popular Trompo Steak Taco, along with the Chicken and Carnitas tacos, to go. Unfortunately, they just didn't live up to the hype for me. I've been to Mexico City, and I'm also a huge taco lover, so I like to think I have a pretty good benchmark for what makes a great taco. Out of the three, the Trompo Steak Taco was definitely the best, but even that one felt underwhelming. The flavors were decent, but nothing stood out or made me want another one. The chicken and carnitas were just okay. Overall, I wouldn't come back, and I definitely wouldn't go out of my way to get them. They weren't terrible, but they were just...mid. With so many amazing taco spots out there, these simply didn't leave an impression on me. read more

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I had the steak trompo taco and it's easily one of the better, more authentic steak tacos in NYC. The meat really speaks for itself no need for all the extras. The chicken and pork carnitas tacos are solid too simple, consistent, and enjoyable but the steak trompo is the standout and what I'd come back for. Compared to Los Tacos No.1, I'd say they do a better pork taco overall, but that's about where it ends for me. Santo Taco feels more focused on letting the meat do the work, and it shows. Whenever I'm in the mood for a steak taco Santo taco is my first pick read more

Santo Taco - Chicken + Steak Trompo tacos - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Beef tacos were good and the salsa were flavorful. I loved the pickled onions served. The potatoes were a great texture in the taco. I would definitely come back! read more

These were so good! I didn't know before going here that santo taco is the only place to do a steak trompo. Definitely recommend the trompo as that is what they are known for. I tried the santi's steak trompo, pork carnitas, and a mushroom taco. All were delicious, made to order, and I loved adding some of the spicy smoke sauce, hot sauce and chicharrones to it. The tiny limes were the perfect size for each too! The one that really surprised me was the mushroom taco, I actually enjoyed it more than the pork carnitas. While tacos in NY don't compare to LA tacos (different styles) these were definitely delicious and note worthy. Just not street tacos style if that's what you're looking for. read more

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I've had this place saved since they opened so I finally decided to go! There was a popup of Peter Luger steak tacos and the weather was good so I had to go. There was no line and there was a live band! They were also giving away paletas also known as popsicle sticks. I wasn't going to get anything because I don't like chocolate or tajin. So I decided to get the mango tajin and make sure I got rid of all the tajin first lol The vibe was so New Yorker I loved it! The only thing I didn't like was their Peter Luger steak! Not tasty at all! I felt like it didn't even have any seasoning! I def. would go back for their Steak Trompo! It was so savory and delish! I would def. go back and try their rest of their tacos. read more

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Opened in 2025 from the co-founder of Cosme. You order through the window, mostly stools outside, and just five tacos on the menu. We grabbed a couple and my favorite was the Santi's Steak Trompo Taco. Super quick and fresh. Perfect for a very quick bite. read more

Santo Taco - Pork carnitas, chicken and carne asada tacos - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Came on a Saturday shortly before 1 PM and there was no line. Steak trompo and chicken were both amazing. Also tried the carne asada and pork carnitas - both great. Indoor seating was appreciate on the cold winter's day I visited. A great option for reasonably-priced lunch in SoHo! 4.5 stars. read more

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Pit stop before lunch and mind blown! Steak trompo was succulent and exceptional, carnitas were super tender and the surprise hit that I'd come back for was the zucchini taco. The lines can be long but it moves fast. Absolutely try the salsa bar, and believe what they label spicy. read more

Santo Taco - Zucchini - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here after walking by and decided to try a steak taco. Was kinda surprised when it came out but It was pretty good. Will definitely have to return to try their margs read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

A M A Z I N G !!!!! Los Tacos No. 1 was always the best spot for tacos in the city until I tried Santo Taco. I didn't even know this place existed until my friend enthusiastically insisted that we must try it . And I really thought, "How good could tacos be? It's just tacos." Boy was I so wrong! I only tried the steak tacos and they were amazing. I never had a taco like that. The steak was cut in a way so that it was thin and delicate but yet full of flavor. And usually I don't like corn tortillas, but their freshly made corn tortilla almost had a nice chewy texture and was actually delicious. They also have really great sauces and toppings for your tacos. Their sauces weren't too spicy, which was nice because I was able to enjoy them. They had chicharron as a topping, which was my first time seeing this. They also had a raw onion mixtures to put on your tacos. And I loved their agua fresca drink ($6) - pineapple, cucumber, lime, palo santo). So refreshing and delicious! I wish I lived nearby so that I could have these tacos whenever I want. For those who live nearby, I envy you! So, if you are in the area and you want a snack or a meal, you should definitely check this place out. Things to know before you go: -You order at the counter and then they call your number when your food is ready. Don't forget to get some sauces and toppings for your tacos. It's inside. -It's a very casual setup. There's some barstool seating inside and mostly tables outside if you plan to eat your tacos there. read more

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Very solid taco place, we're finally spoiled with great CDMX taco places in NYC. 5-10 years ago this might have been the best taco place in the city, now it's in the top tier, but not alone. I really liked their tortillas and salsa. Their meats were very well seasoned, though a small-medium serving of meat per taco. A 3 taco lunch was filling but not stuffing. Window order service was super fast and pleasant. Tacos came out in under 5 minutes for a 1230 Saturday lunch. The vibe is that of a clean and efficient in and out taco spot. read more

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Got one of each to try - I did not think I would like the Steak Trompo but it was my fav! Cooked well and interesting texture. Remember to add the pork rind and additional sauce. Also enjoyed the Chicken and Carne Asada. They both have the smoky flavor which we enjoyed it. Pork Carnitas was okay imo not as wowed as others. Mushrooms... Probably is just there because they needed a vegetarian option? Cute spot great location friendly staffs. read more

Santo Taco - one of each - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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New go-to alert! Yes the famous steak trompo tacos are quite expensive at $6.95 each but it's worth it - I've never had such thinly sliced steak in a taco and it's executed so well. Plus chicharron at the sauce bar? How fun. There's also not a lot of places to grab a quick, casual meal when shopping in SoHo so I feel like Santo is perfectly located in such a convenient area. read more

Santo Taco - Steak trompo and chicken tacos; agua fresca - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

The tacos here were very tasty. I had two mushroom tacos, which had delicious fresh tortillas and a spicy and savory filling. I loved the salsas and pickled onions to top as well. The tacos are about $5 each, getting to about $11 with taxes. Two is enough for a pretty light meal, but I probably would've wanted another one to make a complete one. I found this to be a bit too expensive. read more

Santo Taco - Mushroom tacos - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered the chicken taco, which honestly is one of the most quality ones I can recall eating in NYC. The chicken thigh meat was tender and flavorful with the subtle fruitiness of the pineapple marinade. The addition of the pickled onions and avocado salsa were perfect. The quality of the tortilla was exceptional. If only one taco weren't so expensive! I shared my one taco with my toddler as a little snack, and that was enough to satiate the tooth buds and curiosity. Ordering was quick, receiving our food was quick, and consuming our taco was easy at one of the outside tables. I know the sirloin steak gets a lot of buzz at Santo Taco, but I was more than satisfied with the chicken. I'd return to try other flavors, including the zucchini and mushroom tacos. I'm glad to see that there are two appealing vegetarian options at all on the menu. read more

Really enjoyed their steak taco and carnitas! It was a little expensive per taco, I think about $5-6. I tried two different homemade hot sauces and both were really good. It's a casual spot, not much seating for big groups but do have some bar seating inside and covered outside seating. It's a great location if you're shopping around SoHo and need a quick bite. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

First time I went it was great. The second time not so much. The chiccarron was stale. I was looking forward to trying it too as topping with the taco. Also the taco itself was so drenched this time around i had to toss it out after the first bite and just eat the steak on its on. Chicken taco was still great second time around. Will be going back since its in the neighborhood just wish it was as consistent as the first time. Still recommend you to get and eat it right away so there is no soggy. Service is fast and good which is great. Line moves quickly read more

Santo Taco - Steak & chicken taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Nice location with seating outside. We ordered and got our food within 15 minutes which was nice, especially since it was a hot day. We got the Santi and the Carne Asada. Both tacos were good but, from having tried other places in the city, not up to par for what they were charging ($5.5 for carne asada and $6.5 for santi). The tortillas were good but would fall apart easily. Overall, a good place if you're around, but if you can wait, I'd go somewhere else. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Tacos were solid - options were unique and my favorite part was the tortilla, it was soft, thin and didn't overpower the flavor of the meats. Although the tacos were good, they didn't blow me away I felt like it was missing something....maybe a bit more seasoning? However, the staff was lovely and the Água Santa was suuuper refreshing!! Would go back just to get it on a hot summer day. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Ordered the Carne Asada and Chicken tacos and they were sooo good. The chicken taco surprised me with how good it was, its a must. I also ordered a tuna tostada on the seasonal menu and it was SO GOOD! Im still salivating thinking about it... read more

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Waited in line on a Wed at 2pm for 30min, they make fresh corn tortillas which were very fun to watch through the window! Small indoor bar for seating. These tacos were expensive at $20 for 3 - I tried the steak, pork and mushroom. Would only get the steak trompo again, the meat was devine. Mushrooms were yummy sautéed shrooms but 100% not worth it. read more

The steak trompo is so amazing! I wasn't even hungry when we came here but got one taco just to try it. Not to be dramatic but I really was blown away upon first bite and immediately had to order another taco. Maybe I was hungry? I liked how simple the taco was, the meat was flat and thin and seasoned really well. I also really enjoyed the sauces and the tortilla. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped by on a Sunday night when there wasn't a line. Whatever you do, donot use the hand sanitizer, it smells like a thousand taxi cab air fresheners and will ruin your taco when you smell it while eating. Tried the steak trompo and the carne asada. The steak trompo looks nice but has no substance or flavor really. The crane asada was meaty and substantial but perhaps a little too cooked through. Also I was excited about the chichiron topping but it really doesn't belong on steak tacos Also I missed having cilantro topping read more

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Place is relatively small but efficient. Trompo tacos are the star, Overall, the steak trompo taco at Santo Taco is its highlight. The meat is thinly sliced and you'll need at least 2 to feel satisfied . Bit on the small side at $6 each but relatively similar price at Los tacos. Beef with avocado salsa comes a bit acidic tasting, and adding lime makes it even more sour. Needs salt and pepper to balance out. 2 salsa are available on top as well marinated onions . read more

Santo Taco - Trompo tacos - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Having come from the land of tacos in LA, always excited to try any new taco spot that pops up. Santo Taco is a quick service taco stand in SoHo that opened up fairly recently. Came in on a Saturday and was able to order fairly quickly at lunch time. Tried the Trompo taco ($6.95) and the pork carnitas taco ($5.95). Pricewise, similar to los tacos but a sliver of beef and paying an extra dollar for it seems a little steep. In terms of the taste, I do think the meat was seasoned well in both tacos and the tortillas did not fall apart immediately and did at a good corn flavor. The trompo taco was great with the avocado salsa, bordering a little on being too acidic but still a good bite. Their carnitas taco was also solid. Would probably prefer raw onions and cilantro instead of the pickled onions, you could add some chicharrón for some salty crunch which was a nice surprise. Overall good, maybe a little steep in terms of price. Would not go out of my way to come here for tacos, but if in the area would definitely consider eating a taco or two again. read more

Santo Taco - 3 trompo tacos and 1 carnitas, definitely add some onions and pork rinds - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

I tried the steak trompo at Santo Taco as an appetizer before our dinner reservation. The meat is super thinly sliced--almost like shaved steak--and has a nice, tender texture. It's not greasy or heavy, which I appreciated. It's seasoned lightly, so if you're into bold or spicy tacos, this one might feel a little underwhelming. What really stood out, though, were the corn tortillas--freshly pressed, warm, and slightly toasty. They might have been my favorite part of the whole bite. Their tacos are around $6-7, so I do wish the price were slightly lower, but I'll definitely come back because Santo taco became my favorite taco place in NYC :) read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Santo Taco was one of many food stops I had in NYC nap and it was my favorite. I ordered the brisket taco and it was DELICIOUS. I have gotten street tacos in Mexico City, so, I have tasted an authentic Mexican taco, and it paralleled that. The green sauce perfectly complimented the thinly sliced brisket. It is also very organized. You place your order, they give you a number, and once your number is called you pick up your meal. The line was long but was very efficiently handled. The outdoor seating was a nice added touch and allowed me to enjoy my delicious taco in a beautiful summer day in NYC. read more

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Heard about Santo Taco making moves in the NYC taco scene so I wanted to check it out for myself! For someone who has lived in LA and recently went back to LA, I enjoyed these tacos and can see why they are so popular, but nothing really stood out. The steak one was flavorful but wish it was more tender. Both the carne asada and carnitas featured a good guac and were well seasoned. I liked how the mushroom one was smokey but otherwise would have been bland without the extra salsas. The corn tortilla held up the tacos and its texture was fine; I would have preferred it to be more corn-forward. Because we went close to closing time I think the extra onions and other complimentary things were no longer available. There is some but limited seating inside. Staff were polite and patient. read more

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We came here on a Thursday around 1pm, line was short, we were at the counter in less than 5min. We got all the tacos except the mushroom one. They gave you a number, and when your food was ready, your number was called and you grab the food from the counter yourself. My favorite was the steak taco, meat was tender and juicy, and the green salsa on top just added the right amount of tartness. I love spice so I had to pour some of their black habanero sauce on top of my tacos. Carnitas was delicious was well, again meat was the star here. Perfectly cooked and well seasoned. When I compare the tacos here with Los tacos, I think here they really let the meat and corn tortillas shine, without all the extra add-one. They have plenty of outdoor seating, and about 7 or 8 stools inside with AC. Turn over was quick so I didn't see a long line of ppl waiting for tables at all. Staff was friendly and efficient, even though mostly was self serve, they did try to wipe down tables in between seatings. Overall, a great addition to the area and I think one notch above Los tacos. Highly recommend! read more

Santo Taco - Steak, pork, chicken tacos - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Got the steak trompo and chicken, as well as the agua fresca. The tacos are really solid, just a bit on the saltier side -- but the meat is all super tender and juicy! Love how there is a topping bar where you can add onions, pickled onions, and also chicharron for the perfect crunch in every bite. The must order here though is the agua fresca -- it was perfectly refreshing and not sweet at all. Wait can be decently long, but once you order it comes out pretty fast! There are some bar seats inside and a couple tables outside to eat. read more

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Best tacos I've ever had. Really authentic! This is the place for tacos in soho. On the pricier side but worth every dollar. The palo santo water is delicious and the guacamole and chips are out of this world. 10/10. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

Good tacos but didnt quite meet the hype for me especially for the price. I had 4 tacos and the agua santo and it came up to $34 bucks. I found the carne asada to be better and more filling than the ny strip trompo taco. Chicken taco was my favorite pickled onions really brightened it up. Theyve got a al fresco set up where you can order from the sidewalk and diner type seating inside as well. Of course its vibey. That spot always is, so its a great place to chill and grab some tacos with friends. read more

Went for the trompo tacos and they didn't disappoint. Only a few ingredients which is exactly what you want. Best part of the beef crisped off the spit, freshly made corn tortillas, and avocado salsa. They're delicious. Not a good value if you want to be full but worth a try for sure read more

Santo Taco - Trompo tacos didn't disappoint. Expensive for a taco but really good - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

A little pricey for fairly small tacos, but these are great. The pork ones are phenomenal read more

Santo Taco - Steak & pork - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

I stopped by for the Steak Trompo. For $6.95, the price felt a little steep for thin slices of NY strip and sirloin, especially with limited toppings--just onions on the side, no tomatoes, and no lime. Since it was a to-go order, I didn't check the container until I left. The taco was flavorful, but it lacked a bit of crunch and ultimately didn't blow me away. read more

Santo Taco - Steak Trompo - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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Today was the day that I had one of the best tacos in my life. (I am 39.) I felt like 3 wasn't enough between two people. So I ordered 2 more and we were stuffed. The pork carnitas are a PROBLEM. I couldn't get salsa on most things bc they only had guacamole salsa and I'm deathly allergic. But baby. That taco comes with its own salsa and I put the crispy pork skins on top first added texture and some pickled onions- and I- I- my tastebuds rejoiced and I thought of the first time I had amazing tacos. I mean I went and spoke to the guy at the window about the tacos for like 10 minutes straight. He was friendly and suggested the chicken which was not marinated but marry-nated with pineapple so juicy and perfect ugh. We also got the Santi steak trompo Without the extra topping the beef was good but boring. And then the mushroom tacos absolutely stole my son's heart. He ate and gushed with the heart eyes and we only didn't get the cookie because I forgot. We sat out front on the red table and ate in the Sunday summer sunlight. I wanted a beer and they referred me to the bar next door which was clutch. There is no parking it's right across the street from a park. The prices canNOT be beat there were some of the BEST tacos in NYC. Simple fresh toppings, great price, interesting variety and the flavor profiles just chefs kiss. 500/5 I highly recommend. read more

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One of the best tacos I've had in awhile. Great quality. Simple but flavorful. The service was very friendly and quick! I went up to the cashier to order more and told the man working I was stopping in as a birthday treat to myself trying somewhere new and he comped a taco, guac, and marg for me! It was so kind and truly made my day. Also very clean well kept space to eat, and nice bathrooms. Thank you Santo Taco :) I will be back read more

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The tacos here are so delicious! I really appreciate how they have a condiment bar and the steak is so good. I've tried this place twice and for some reason it was better the first time as the second time I felt like it was a bit more dry and cold. The avocado salsa pairs perfectly, and the acidity of the lime and onions, really complement the flavor of the meat. Overall, I still feel like it is super flavorful and an amazing place to grab a quick snack or bite in the area. The vibe of the spot is definitely more casual as you just order from the counter and then sit down. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York

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santo taco has some insane hype, but being from the west coast these tacos are just okay. so far better than most in new york city but still nothing even remotely as good as one you can just get on the street in vegas or la. service here was fast and nice, they also provide some complimentary chicharrones and onions. the trompo is something i've never had before and was quite good but again flavor wise wasn't crazy. the salsas were great, i enjoyed the avocado and green one though. the carnitas and trompo were my overall favorites. the carnitas was juicy and with the onions it was a good bite. the carne asada with potatoes were good but honestly super dry. flavor wise my favorite but texturally felt like it was sitting out. read more

Santo Taco - Tacos Near Me - New York, New York