Taquería El Pingüino
Mexican · Yerbabuena
About Taquería El Pingüino
Situated in Yerbabuena, Taquería El Pingüino offers a trendy yet casual dining experience perfect for quick bites or relaxed dinners. Guests consistently praise the consistent quality of their signature tacos, particularly the al pastor, lengua, suadero, and birria varieties. The fresh salsa verde a...
Situated in Yerbabuena, Taquería El Pingüino offers a trendy yet casual dining experience perfect for quick bites or relaxed dinners. Guests consistently praise the consistent quality of their signature tacos, particularly the al pastor, lengua, suadero, and birria varieties. The fresh salsa verde and roja elevate every order, while generous toppings of onions and cilantro ensure satisfaction with each bite. Beyond the food, the friendly staff creates a warm atmosphere where customers feel welcome. Whether enjoying small plates solo or sharing a meal in their corner courtyard with family, visitors find this spot delivers amazing flavor at reasonable prices. Open daily from 4 PM to 1 AM, it remains a beloved local favorite for comfort food enthusiasts seeking an authentic and delicious taco experience.
What Customers Say About Taquería El Pingüino
Taquería El Pingüino is highly praised for its delicious and affordable tacos, especially the birria and pastor. Customers consistently rave about the fresh ingredients, generous portions of toppings, and friendly service. Some note occasional order inaccuracies.
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Tip: Bring cash, as that's the only form of payment they accept. The green sauce is a must-try and goes well on everything.
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Taquería El Pingüino is located in Yerbabuena, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Historical Heritage
- Brighton Heights Reformed Church (A 470m) — NY location listed on National Register of Historic Places Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- St. Paul's Memorial Church (A 666m) — church building in Staten Island, New York, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Museums
- National Lighthouse Museum (A 339m) — museum in New York City
- Staten Island Museum (A 756m) — museum in Staten Island, New York
Parks & Gardens
- Major Barrett Triangle (A 438m) — park in the United States of America
- Fort Hill Park (A 601m) — park in Richmond County, New York, United States of America
- Liotti-Ikefugi Playground (A 703m) — park in the United States of America
- Nicholas Lia Memorial Park (A 704m) — park in Richmond County, New York, United States of America
- Pinocchio Playground (A 795m) — park in the United States of America
- SIUH Community Park (A 871m) — home venue of Staten Island Yankees and Wagner College baseball team
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Taquería El Pingüino Yerbabuena Reviews
Waited about 5-10 mintues for my order, 5 steak tacos and an order of birria tacos. (Steak taco-$3 and taco birria with cheese-$12) Given that I ordered a birria taco... I assumed consomme was included. Oh how I wish I should've check... it was my fault and not theirs. Considering the price and the taste, I would go back 100% and next time... I will also order consomme.
Hands down the BEST freaking tacos on the island! I've been coming here every Sunday for about a month. The tacos are amazing!! They are reasonably priced as well. If you come, make sure to bring cash as thats the only form of payment they accept.
Very fresh food and taste delicious. Great food place for night
Best tacos in staten Island 1
Quick . Cheap . Delicious
Waited about 5-10 mintues for my order, 5 steak tacos and an order of birria tacos. (Steak taco-$3 and taco birria with cheese-$12) Given that I ordered a birria taco... I assumed consomme was included. Oh how I wish I should've check... it was my fault and not theirs. Considering the price and the taste, I would go back 100% and next time... I will also order consomme.
Hands down the BEST freaking tacos on the island! I've been coming here every Sunday for about a month. The tacos are amazing!! They are reasonably priced as well. If you come, make sure to bring cash as thats the only form of payment they accept.
Very fresh food and taste delicious. Great food place for night
Best tacos in staten Island 1
Quick . Cheap . Delicious
Delicious and extremely tasty!! Loved the birria tacos with a cucumber!!
Great Tacos, Great service fast.. Go at least once a week after work and the food is excellent. I highly recommend
These tacos are amazing! Reasonable price, very friendly folks. Tasty!
Good customer service food always good. And delicious 😋 I've never had an issue delivery always on time 10 out of 10
Absolutely Delicious food —best elotes in town for $5!
Wepa! Best Tacos on Staten Island I know an I have tried a few the green sauce is to live for you can put it on everything. I remember when they first started Mom an Son Tacos were 2.00 now 3.00 but worth 5.00 Many Blessings to them an my stomach 🤣💜💯
The best taco of staten island
Great tacos! But does someone know their hours? I’ve tried coming here on a regular basis but for some reason it seems that they’re no longer at this location. Please someone lmk, cause I’m craving their tacos badly.
Amazing tacos and reasonably priced. We ate them around the corner at Flagship Brewery. There’s a small courtyard and the kids had fun running around
If you haven't had these Life-changing Tacos Before Go Ahead and Go ASAP they Are Delicious and The Staff Is So Friendly Peace And Blessings to the Chef and Family!!!!!!!!¡!
Love them only tacos I eat 🌮🤤
Tacos that never disappoint. Pastor or Birria for the win. The onions and cilantro are generous. Limes are back. Parked on the corner of Bay and Victory.
I love tacos El Pingüino! Their tacos are so good and delicious! They are very consistent! Their salsa verde and roja are so fresh and tasty. My favorite tacos are lengua, suadero, al pastor! Tostada de Tinga is so delicious too! Their prices are super affordable! Highly recommended it! I can’t wait to go back again!
If you're scrolling your phone desperately trying to find something good to eat, look no further. It's amazing. Just go.
I love tacos El Pingüino! Their tacos are so good and delicious! They are very consistent! Their salsa verde and roja are so fresh and tasty. My favorite tacos are lengua, suadero, al pastor! Tostada de Tinga is so delicious too! Their prices are super affordable! Highly recommended it! I can’t wait to go back again!
The best taco of staten island
Absolutely Delicious food —best elotes in town for $5!
Love them only tacos I eat 🌮🤤
Delicious and extremely tasty!! Loved the birria tacos with a cucumber!!
Amazing tacos and reasonably priced. We ate them around the corner at Flagship Brewery. There’s a small courtyard and the kids had fun running around
Wepa! Best Tacos on Staten Island I know an I have tried a few the green sauce is to live for you can put it on everything. I remember when they first started Mom an Son Tacos were 2.00 now 3.00 but worth 5.00 Many Blessings to them an my stomach 🤣💜💯
Hands down the best tacos in nyc i know I been here 34 years 💜👌🏽
Tacos that never disappoint. Pastor or Birria for the win. The onions and cilantro are generous. Limes are back. Parked on the corner of Bay and Victory.
If you haven't had these Life-changing Tacos Before Go Ahead and Go ASAP they Are Delicious and The Staff Is So Friendly Peace And Blessings to the Chef and Family!!!!!!!!¡!
These tacos are amazing! Reasonable price, very friendly folks. Tasty!
Great tacos! But does someone know their hours? I’ve tried coming here on a regular basis but for some reason it seems that they’re no longer at this location. Please someone lmk, cause I’m craving their tacos badly.
Great Tacos, Great service fast.. Go at least once a week after work and the food is excellent. I highly recommend
Me and my husband love the food but they should listen more to what people order, 2 our of 10 times they would listen on “no onions to the tacos” but beside that great taste and horchatas are super good.
Me and my husband love the food but they should listen more to what people order, 2 our of 10 times they would listen on “no onions to the tacos” but beside that great taste and horchatas are super good.
First time trying this taco truck & meat was quite dry, portions are small.. maybe they were having an off day.
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181 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10301
Yerbabuena, NY 10301
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