Empellon al Pastor
Empellon al Pastor serves a modern Mexican taqueria format at 132 St Marks Pl, with an Al Pastor Taco and craft cocktails among the planning anchors.
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- Address
- 132 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009
- Phone
- (646) 833-7039
- Website
- empellon.com
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Al Pastor Taco and modern Mexican taqueria
Al Pastor Taco anchors Empellon al Pastor’s modern Mexican taqueria format, with Mexican cooking as the core. Opinionated About Dining placed it in Cheap Eats in North America at #505 in 2024 and #541 in 2025.
132 St Marks Pl for dinner and late night
132 St Marks Pl works for dinner, late night, or a quick bite, with casual service and casual dress. Craft cocktails and beer give the plan a bar-friendly edge without making the meal format feel formal.
The Short List
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empellon al Pastor | East Village, Modern Mexican Taqueria | $$ | |
| Rosie's | East Village, Modern Mexican | $$ | |
| Ofrenda | West Village, Modern Mexican | $$ | |
| Mission Cantina | Lower East Side, Fusion Mexican | $$ | |
| Javelina | Gramercy, Authentic Tex-Mex | $$ | |
| Tiki Tequila | $$ | Midtown-Times Square, Mexican Tiki Fusion |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #541
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #505
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Trendy
- Energetic
- Casual Hangout
- Late Night
- Group Dining
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 4 PM–1 AM
- Friday
- 1 PM–2 AM
- Saturday
- 1 PM–2 AM
- Sunday
- 1–11 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dimly lit with wacky floor-to-ceiling graffiti-style paintings including a giant pig face on the ceiling, creating a hyper-casual, boisterous bar atmosphere.