A spread of al pastor, birria, and carne asada tacos at El Pitallito

Tacos · Washington Heights

The Best Tacos in Washington Heights

Looking for real tacos in Washington Heights? El Pitallito on Broadway makes them the right way — al pastor off the trompo, slow-braised birria, carne asada, and more, all on tortillas we press by hand.

No shortcuts, no shells from a box. Onion, cilantro, lime, and salsa made in-house, served the way they’re served in Mexico.

Our taco lineup

Al pastor — marinated pork with a hint of pineapple. Birria — slow-braised beef with consomé for dipping. Carne asada, chorizo, chicken tinga, and more, each seasoned the way it should be.

Every taco lands on a fresh hand-pressed tortilla with onion, cilantro, and lime. Add a side of our house salsas and you’re set.

Find us on Broadway

We’re at 3854 Broadway, between 160th and 161st — right in the heart of Washington Heights, easy from Hamilton Heights, Inwood, and Upper Manhattan.

Open daily 9 AM to 12 AM. Order direct for pickup or delivery and skip the third-party app markups.

Frequently Asked

What kind of tacos do you serve?

Al pastor, birria, carne asada, chorizo, chicken tinga, and more — all on hand-pressed tortillas with onion, cilantro, and lime. We also make cheesy quesabirria seared on the comal.

Are your tortillas made fresh?

Yes — we press our tortillas by hand the same day. You can taste the difference against the store-bought kind.

Where are you located?

El Pitallito is at 3854 Broadway, Washington Heights, New York, NY 10032.

Can I order tacos for pickup or delivery?

Yes. Order direct on our site for pickup or delivery across Washington Heights and Upper Manhattan — fresher and cheaper than the delivery apps.

Hungry now? Order straight from our kitchen.

Direct ordering means better prices and fresher food — no delivery-app markup.