Los Tacos No. 1 in Chelsea Market
Los Tacos No. 1 is the taco stand that made its name in Chelsea Market, a stand-up, street-style counter with no seating and a line that moves fast. The flagship at 75 9th Avenue turns out griddle-charred adobada, carne asada, pollo asado and nopal on tortillas made in front of you, finished with fresh salsas at the station.
It’s a lunch-and-snack institution rather than a hangout – you order, you eat standing up or take it to go, and you’re back out into the market. The draw is consistency and quality at everyday prices, which is why the crowds haven’t let up.
What to Expect
Los Tacos No. 1 doesn’t run a happy hour. There’s no bar and no table service – just tacos, quesadillas and aguas frescas at counter prices that don’t change by the hour. If you want a deal, come hungry and order a few tacos; that’s the whole play.
The Room
A bustling, no-frills taco counter tucked into the food hall at Chelsea Market. Expect standing room only, tile and stainless steel, and a salsa station rather than seats.
Who Los Tacos No. 1 Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Quick lunch | One of the fastest, most reliable taco fixes in the neighborhood, built for eating on your feet. |
| Cheap eats | Everyday counter prices make it an easy value stop with no minimum and no bar tab. |
| Solo bite | Order, eat, go – it’s made for grabbing a couple tacos on your own. |
| Market crawl | A must-hit stop while grazing your way through Chelsea Market’s food hall. |
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Los Tacos No. 1 FAQ
Does Los Tacos No. 1 have a happy hour?
No. It’s a counter-service taqueria with no bar and no drink specials. Prices are the same all day, and they’re already low.
Where is the Chelsea Market location?
The flagship is inside Chelsea Market at 75 9th Avenue in Chelsea, near the 14th Street and 8th Avenue subway stations.
Is there seating?
No. It’s a stand-up, street-style setup with no seating – you eat at the counter or take it to go.
What should I order?
The adobada (marinated pork) is the signature, but carne asada, pollo asado and the nopal (cactus) taco are all standouts, plus aguas frescas to drink.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Los Tacos No. 1 before visiting for a specific deal.