Carnitas Ramirez
A vibrant East Village taqueria dedicated to serving every part of the pig in delicious, authentic carnitas tacos.
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Carnitas Ramirez
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Must-see attractions
A vibrant East Village taqueria dedicated to serving every part of the pig in delicious, authentic carnitas tacos.
"This is the real deal for homestyle Mexican food, with carnitas you won't be disappointed by."
Try all the Pork Cuts
Savor the diverse flavors by trying different pork cuts in your carnitas tacos.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times, especially on weekends.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Address
210 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10009, USA
Website
carnitasramirez.com/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Nose-to-Tail Carnitas
Experience every part of the pig, from tender rib to snout, in uniquely flavored tacos.
Authentic Mexican Taqueria Vibe
Immerse yourself in a genuine Mexican atmosphere complete with a self-serve salsa bar.
Surtida Taco - The Best of Everything
The must-order taco that combines all the delicious cuts of pork in one bite.
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Try all the Pork Cuts
Savor the diverse flavors by trying different pork cuts in your carnitas tacos.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times, especially on weekends.
Embrace the Salsa Bar
Customize your tacos with a variety of fresh salsas from the self-serve bar.
Don't Skip the Carnitas
If you love pork, this is the place to be; the carnitas are a standout.
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from all over the internet
Try all the Pork Cuts
Savor the diverse flavors by trying different pork cuts in your carnitas tacos.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during non-busy times, especially on weekends.
Embrace the Salsa Bar
Customize your tacos with a variety of fresh salsas from the self-serve bar.
Don't Skip the Carnitas
If you love pork, this is the place to be; the carnitas are a standout.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Carnitas Ramirez is celebrated for its exceptional and authentic carnitas tacos, offering a wide variety of pork cuts. Diners rave about the flavorful meats, the genuine taqueria atmosphere, and the helpful staff. While the seating is limited and the focus is exclusively on pork, the speed of service and quality of food make it a highly recommended spot for taco lovers seeking an authentic taste of Mexico.
"Intimately small taqueria which serves every single portion of a pig, and you get to pick your cuts. They also have a fully stocked salsa bar so that you can dress your tacos. Highly recommended this place, the meat was excellent."
Matt B
"Had the best experience here! Had heard such great things and was nervous it wouldn’t live up to the hype but it really did. Came at about 3pm on a Sunday, didn’t have to wait and was able to get a bench seat. There isn’t a lot of seating but the turnover is really quick because the food is so fast.
Everything was delicious, I asked the staff to choose their favourites and there were no misses!
Loved that you could add your own salsa & pickles - 10/10 experience."
Lucy Connell
"UPDATE: Came back and tried some more pork cuts. All delicious. You really can't go wrong with any of your choices. Would recommend just blindly picking.
ORIGINAL: Small but mighty spot. The tacos here are excellent. Tried the belly one and it was just amazing. Definitely coming back if I'm in the area."
Khoi Pham
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carnitas Ramirez is famous for its extensive selection of carnitas tacos, featuring various cuts of pork prepared with authentic Mexican spices.
While the menu is primarily pork-focused, they sometimes have a rotating seasonal vegetarian option.
According to one reviewer, the establishment is cash only.
Many recommend trying the 'surtida' taco, which includes a mix of all the pork cuts, or ordering several different cuts to compare.
Seating is limited, with some benches and standing room. It's a small taqueria, but turnover is quick due to fast service.
Yes, you can customize your tacos with a variety of fresh salsas available at the self-serve salsa bar.
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