Tacos CDMX has the best street-style tacos in the entire Ithaca area, hands down. I moved here after 20+ yrs in California where food truck tacos are not only a staple, but an edible art form that is both approachable and cherished. Here, the food is never prepared in an overly curated-for-Instagram-but-empty-inside kind of way, but rather with a focus on simple ingredients prepared with care in a slow-food way that emphasizes their deep, rich flavor. My favorite is the Al pastor taco with pineapple, a combo of guacamole and chipotle salsas, with fried cheese added on top of the diced onions and cilantro. To die for!! And still only $5 each. This afternoon, after eating literally hundreds of their tacos over the last few years, I tried their smash burger. Absolutely outstanding! Might be the best burger in town as well, it's honestly that good. And only $10! A few weeks ago I had a burger from a local restaurant for $20, which seems to be the going rate, and it paled in comparison to their oh!-so-tasty-you-can't-stop-licking-your-fingers burger! And if you ask, they'll customize it for you with a fried egg, or in my case, with lots of extra fried onions. Their torta sandwiches have also garnered a cult following due to their packed ingredients and massive size, still just for $14. If you're lucky, in the warmer months Eduardo might be serving some of his delicious aqua frescas, or even better, some of his incredible lemonade beverages. Sooooo refreshing! The bonus: you get to hang out with these cool and friendly guys Eduardo & Carlos, as well as their friendly staff who work so hard to make your food so delicious. This place is truly an Ithaca treasure! And more good news: they just moved (May 2026) from Press Bay Alley (118 W Green St) to Press Bay Court (114 W Green St), where they now offer plenty of indoor seating, a big improvement over the old place that only had room for a handful of people at a time. Their outdoor seating has grown as well, and the overall ambiance is more festive and fun. Do yourself a favor - go get some of those mouth-watering tacos, and definitely try the smash burger! read more

Tacos Cdmx - Smash burger. Might be the best burger in town (def the best value at $10), and at a taqueria! - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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This is a cozy,as well as an affordable, Mexican joint frequented by both Ithaca College and Cornell University students. We had huge steak Quesadillas, cooked to order at $12 each. Alternatively, fillings with chicken, pork, or beef can be substituted but are similarly priced. The $5 tacos are the biggest hit by most people, who also have to always wait in line to order. Although exceptionally clean, the ambiance should have included better lighting and some Mexican music played over speakers. Additionally, the choices of bottle beverages were limited - they lacked a self-serve soda machine. Viva Mexico Tacos CDMX read more

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We were passing through downtown Ithaca and came across tacos CDMX. So my husband and I decided to give it a try. Entered the restaurant and saw a line of people waiting to order which is always a good sign. The restaurant itself looked a little rundown. They had seating inside and out. My husband and I both ordered the beef quesadillas which was $12 each. The tacos were five dollars each. We both enjoyed them and found them to be very flavorful and a nice amount of meat. I'm sure the college kids will keep this business busy during the school year. So if you are in town and in the mood for tacos, this is your place. read more

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NOT SANITARY** beware they do not change gloves and will handle your food with the same gloves they touched the cash register, scratched their face etc and if you ask them kindly to not do that the owner will get abusive and kick you out. Food is trash so is the service read more

I was soooo excited to c a taco shop here and with carne asada and pollo, I was already going in there knowing from the pics that the tortillas aren't authentic and homemade, very sad about that. With that said I highly believe any taco or burrito needs a great homemade tortilla or it ruins it and this 'mission' tortilla was no exception and made the taco not so pleasant with a sweet factory taste. I saw them cook my ribeye taco and put seasoning on it but it wasn't enough unfortunately. Also they don't have togo containers for the hot sauce which sucks cuz I wanted to try all of them and pour them on at my discretion. It was an alright taco tho and nice workers. read more

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We enjoyed the pork quesadilla! The seasoning was the best and the pineapple gave it a little extra flavor. The cook really knows what he's doing. It's in a convenience spot just off the Ithaca Commons. Would definitely go there again when we're in Ithaca! read more

We are from California and gotta say these were some pretty delicious tacos and birria. Nice to eat outside on a late August evening. Loved it! read more

Tacos Cdmx - Carne asada and pastor tacos, ribeye taco and birria quesadilla. - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

It's 2025, if random people on the street with grills in latino communities can have flour tortillas , there is no reason that this place with it's own store front can't have them. Authenticity is an awful excuse too, nothing about how they make the tacos is authentic. read more

Just tried them out--quick service in spite of a longer line, all freshly made and delicious. Asada taco was excellent with a large amount of meat, especially for the price point, and great sauces! I didn't have time to sit down and hang out but it was a lovely, friendly vibe. read more

Usually one of the best taco stands in the northeast/tri-state area. Highly recommend the Pastor

Ordered 2 carne asada and 1 al pastor tacos. All meats are precooked like chipotle and warmed up on a grill, no bueno! The owner was inside talking to a woman about being authentic, etc. Well, then the al pastor should've been cut off of a spit and the carne should've been cooked fresh. Couple that with the carne asada was the wrong cut of meat and way too thick! Tables were dirty but worker dude was friendly. Doubt I'll be returning unless they revise a lot of things and offer freshly cooked food instead of reheated kinda sorta authentic Mexican food. read more

Tacos Cdmx - 2 carne 1 al pastor tacos - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

I love this place! Probably the best tacos that I've had in Ithaca so far. I originally came here for Press Cafe but then realized that there was a whole alley. The service was great and the guy at the counter was super friendly. Each taco is $5. The asada tacos that we got tasted amazing. I loved the pineapple topping for some acidity and tartness. It really helped to elevate the flavors. Also, the pineapple decor is super awesome and stayed true to the theme. Definitely a hidden gem in Ithaca, if not THE hidden gem. read more

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Smells amazing! Fast moving lines and delicious tacos! Highly recommended for a quick bite to eat! read more

Tacos Cdmx - Smells amazing! - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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Great tacos and a chill place to hang for a bit. The tripas tacos are with cheese. They come out pretty fast despite the line, and I'd definitely come back again! It's also conveniently situated next to a coffee shop for those who get coffee cravings after! read more

This is the best tacos I've ever had in New York... but to be fair it's the only taco place I tried in New York.... But it's still one of the best tacos places I've tried overall ... I wish I got MORE beef tongue My friends were like "you like lengua..." and I was like who doesn't love it... it's like a big beefy kiss. So succulent and delicious. Yummy. It's a really small area and we were a pretty big group but the tacos are too delicious and people tend to just inhale it and then go about their business so once our food was ready, seats were available. The staff are friendly and everything was awesome. read more

Service is quick and the food is tasty. The tacos remind me of the ones we would get in Texas at the little taco trucks that pop up outside of the grocery stores. Flavorful and messy! read more

My review quickly became the most relevant on Google reviews so I thought I would share it here so you know about this very important establishment in town! My review below. I believe the owners have not read it yet. I didn't get any feedback on it yesterday... (Quick Mexican food lesson: tacos that have cheese in them are not called tacos but quesadillas.) This place is for you if you want a nice picture of you visiting town for the people at home to think you are oh-so-cultured. This place is not for you if you are an attractive woman. The owner will oogle you Non-Stop and I've told him a couple of times to stop cat calling women and I think he has stopped but he will not stop staring at your boobs and your butt. He doesn't care to hide it either. This place is not for you if you are in the lgbtq+ spectrum. The owner is openly homophobic. This place is not for you if you are lactose intolerant. The cheese is placed on every taco and they do not clean between the orders. Do not even think of ordering here if you have a serious gluten allergy. This place is not for you if you are vegan. The owner boasts that he has never worked with tofu before. When I have asked him for a vegan torta, he puts normal Mayo on it. This place is not for you if you are not used to the heat in this town outdoors or if you have any kind of allergy to bees or wasps. The tables are tightly placed with one another and the space has no air conditioning. The trash is not properly handled so there are bees and wasps everywhere and you can get stung. I got stung once here and I had to go to the emergency room and drove myself after putting up like a balloon. The owner made no attempt to help me. Let me be clear if that was not clear enough: I experienced an anaphylactic reaction in this establishment and the owner made no attempt to help me. Thank God it was me and not one of my children. This place is not for you if you do not have an iron strong mexican gut that can take unsanitary conditions. The employees make a pasable piece of food but have been trained by someone that does not know how to teach them to change gloves between orders or handling cash. I am 100% sure there has not been a food inspection and if there has been it was a performative one. Finally this place is not for you if you are looking to create community in this town. When I stopped by a couple of days ago to congratulate Eduardo on being featured on CNN, he complained for a few minutes, not just a few seconds, about the burden of having to serve all of you. About how it's not fun anymore. About him being so tired of serving all these gringos. There are so many better businesses in this town that actually want to serve you. Please go support them. read more

I can't believe I only found out about this place as I was about to move out! Ithaca has always had a taco problem - it has very few Mexican restaurants and even fewer (maybe none!) than can do a decent taco. Well, this is no longer true. Tacos CDMX is here to save the day and here's why: First, they are conveniently located by the Commons. Second, they have an amazing selection of flavors - it's not just 'steak' or 'chicken', but they have Asada, Al Pastor, Chorizo, Lengua, Ribeye, Birria, Chicken. Third, you can add a crispy cheese crust (included) to any taco. Fourth, the staff is really friendly and warm. Fifth, the new location looks very cute. Sixth, and lastly, they now accept credit cards - what's not to like? If you're in the mood for tacos, there's really no contest - you won't regret it! read more

Tacos Cdmx - Tacos: Birria and Chorizo - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

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First time coming after finding out it existed and it was great! Super quick and tasty. Guys there were really friendly and joking around and sitting with some customers. Ithaca Mexican is so lacking and I was happy with the quality. As a student though I realllyyyy wish the tacos were a bit cheaper, even 3 or 4 dollars and I would have easily bought a few but it's Ithaca so I get it. Definitely worth the little trip though! read more

Tacos Cdmx - Al pastor taco with avocado sauce - Tacos Near Me - Ithaca, New York

I can't believe this place hasn't received any health code violations or been shut down. It is filthy! Dirty counters, floors, tables etc. the whole place is full of grease and grime like he never cleans and is just shoving oil around. The tacos aren't thoughtfully prepared and just thrown together making them super messy to eat. Good luck going here and not getting sick with some food borne illness. read more

I only tried Tacos Cdmx for the first time a few weeks ago despite being a senior at Cornell, and I'm sad I didn't try them sooner! The place is unassuming, tucked away in Press Bay Alley, but the decor and vibes were great. While there was a line when I first got there, the service was efficient, and the line moved along quickly. Also, there's a nice seating area in the alley with picnic tables for you to enjoy your tacos if it's a warm day. I'm not a great judge of the authenticity of tacos, but I can say with certainty that they were delicious. I would highly recommend getting either birria or chorizo with pineapple on top & hot salsa (medium chipotle sauce was good too). read more

The tacos are basic at best. The meat and salsas lacked flavor. However, the staff was very nice. Disclaimer: I am Mexican, live in California, and have had tacos in CDMX. Therefore, I may be a harsher critic than most people in this area. read more

Tacos CDMX serves some of the most authentic tacos I've ever had--definitely not Americanized! I tried both the al pastor and carne asada tacos, paired with their refreshing piña limeade. The fresh, homemade corn tortillas and the avocado salsa were fantastic touches. I wish I could have tried more from their menu before leaving, but that just means I'll have to come back! read more

Fast talking and fast service. Amazing food for the price and very authentic. Pozole was so flavorful and hominy was done perfectly. Every bite was thoroughly enjoyed! I've had al pastor in several places and this is hands down the best flavor with fresh pineapple. My best advise, be prepared when you order and know what you want. Cheese; yes/no. Salsa; mild, medium, or hot. And a check if main ingredients are alright or not. I will be back again and again. read more

Fantastic Mexican street tacos at this small walk-up-and-order counter. A small menu of choices, all fantastic. Expect to eat about 4 tacos per person for a normal hungry eater. A small handful of seats in the stall, with lots more in the alley outside. Try their homemade cucumber-limeade, it's incredibly refreshing and perfect with the tacos. Prepare to order as follows: 1 - You'll be asked "How many tacos?" This is so they can start your order by placing down the requisite number of tortillas on the griddle. 2 - Next you'll tell them what type of meat you want. 3 - Pineapple? 4 - Salsa? There are three different types ranging from mild to hot. 5 - Onions and cilantro? 6 - Somewhere along the line you'll be asked if it's to stay or to go and how many tacos to put on each tray (depending on who in your party ordered what). read more

Food was great and fast. Great price for tacos .Service was excellent and friendly and the location is perfect

Im honestly torn because I do like the tacos and its a short walk form my office for lunch...BUT the owner is extremely rude and gives off a pretty creepy vibe (as a women I probably feel this more than others..just saying) In addition, one time i went with my son who at that time had the teenager mop of hair that he would flip up out of his face. Yeah not everyone's cup of tea and even so for this momma BUT its my kid and it was the "style". Anyways, the owner made a point to criticize my son for his hair and the way he looks. He actually said to him "Do you actually go out in public looking like that?" while we were out in public!!! At first both my son and I just laughed it off, we can both handle a dig here and there. But it didn't stop, he kept on until I said "now that's enough" and then he finished with some remark under his breath. Any man who feels the need to negatively remark on a childs appearance is pretty disgusting imo. 2 stars for the tacos (even though id probably give them a 4-5) but negative stars for the rude owner and his crappy input read more

I had the vegetarian tacos made with a soy based product, topped with pineapple - delicious! I also treated myself to a flan and rice pudding which were equally good. Everything tasted so authentic, served quickly and with friendly service. There is a parking sign on Green street in front of the alley that says 15 minute loading limit if you need to park and grab. read more

First experience at CDMX Tacos in Press Bay Alley: I'm second in line so just standing in line looking at the menu, what beverages are in the fridge and overall decor of the place and I hear shouts at me from the owner: "WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING AT!!!!?" I just ignore that. As the other guy behind the counter making the tacos then asks "how many tacos?" not what kind---I say that I wanted two vegan tacos, and he immediately throws two piles of cheese on the flattop grill. I ask him if that is vegan cheese, of course it wasn't. I'm allergic to dairy--and he didn't seem to be trained to know there is a difference. So I ignore that mix-up for the moment and I ask the owner, who was standing next to him, what is the "vegan taco?". He rudely barks back "IT MEANS NO MEAT" So I ask what is in it and he proceeds to be incredibly rude, never bothering to tell me what the food is he's trying to sell. I don't know the guy. I wasn't walking into a place demanding anything and he just starts berating a potential new customer. Tacos. I was just trying to get a couple tacos--and he's causing chaos. I certainly will NOT go back there. I just walked out without any further interaction with this stranger who decided to be rude to me, the guest. Good luck vegans, you don't know what you'll be eating at CDMX. May he have as much success as he is kind to his guests. read more

Nothing like it in the whole area! You'd have to go to NYC or possibly Syracuse or Rochester to come close. Eduardo and his staff have put together a superb taquería.....the tacos are of course great - and authentic, the set up has enough room for eating inside or out, and of course one gets the chance to practice Spanish if desired :) ¡Estoy muy feliz de que Ithaca tenga tal lugarcito! ¡Muchísimas gracias, Eduardo y equipo! read more

I would consider this authentic tacos. If you've never been to a place owned and operated by immigrants, or if you're a sensitive person who doesn't understand other cultures, maybe you'll have a hard time here. Orders are fast: choose your taco, filling, and salsa, and then you're on your way. No fuss, no muss. My wife has a severe gluten allergy and we have never had a problem. The first time we went, my wife asked, "there's no flour, is there?" And the owner said, "haha no, only corn. We are Mexicans!" The owner always offers my daughter a little piece of fruit and jokes around with her while we're waiting. It's a small place with limited seating, maybe 2 indoor tables, but on nice days there's plenty of seating in the alley. It's basically a food truck that never moves. I'd go here everyday if I lived closer. read more

Tucked away in Pressbay Alley, they do tacos and do them well! Quality ingredients and Perfect preparation! Probably the best tacos I've eaten! read more

The tacos were phenomenal!! Perfectly flavored and spiced. It's also very homey and cute here, the workers were so friendly and hardworking! I want to come back tomorrow! read more

Hands down the best tacos in town! Options are simple and straight forward. Excellent tacos--a must if you're in town.

So so so good! Tacos are fresh, flavourful and (fairly) cheap. The courtyard is nice too. Parking may be a challenge during academic year, but in summertime it's much easier. read more

Best tacos I've had in my life so far, and perhaps the best tacos I will ever have. $5 a taco, a great deal for perfection.

Excellent food, very authentic. A true gem in any city, and an absolute miracle in a place as small and remote as Ithaca.

Delicious chorizo tacos w/ pineapple!!! The real thing. Very tasty. The spicy sauce is definitely spicy!!!! Also have a refreshing cucumber/lemonade. Excellent service. Have several umbrella tables to sit at. Very pleasant atmoasphere. read more

Eduardo greeted us and made our family of 5 feel right at home. The tacos were excellent and the pozzole was rich, tasty and the perfect dish for a cold, rainy evening. read more

Loved the food! So glad they have a permanent location now! I'm a big fan of pineapple, but had never had it on tacos before but it's so good! read more