Where Are The Best Tacos In Gowanus And Red Hook?

BROOKLYN, NY — Tacos, as everyone knows, are an important part of any regular diet. So where are the best places to go in Gowanus and Red Hook?

You could ask 10 different people that question and get 10 different answers. We decided to try the next best thing and check out the Yelp ratings for taco joints in the area — two in each of the neighborhoods — and pull our favorite review.

Do you agree with these rankings? Let us know why or why not in the comments below.

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Red Hook: Piaztlan, 155 Bay St

One reviewer says: "Authentic flavors, large portions, your choice of 3 different salsas, decent prices - over all awesome street food. Long lines are always a good sign in my opinion and despite the 30 minutes we waited in line, we were certainly not disappointed with our food. For $14 we got 4 large tacos overflowing with the meats we selected and a couple bottles of water. Their meats are well flavored and they top your tortilla off with lots of cilantro and onions, the essentials for any taco really. With lots of lime juice squeezed right on top, we had a really solid meal from Piaztlan. I'd come back in a heart beat if I'm ever in the area again! There are here on the weekends catering to the soccer game players, spectators, families and the occasional IKEA shoppers." - Dianne R.

Red Hook: Hope & Anchor, 347 Van Brunt St

One reviewer says: "Haiku: Brunching in Red Hook / Navy-strength drink for the win / Waitress woke us up" - Edgar S.

Gowanus: Oaxaca Taqueria, 250 4th Ave

One reviewer says: "I once told the man taking my order that I loved him and all the tacos he has charged me for.This was after my 5th journey here over the course of 4 years. This particular event was post- happy hour and I was feeling tender toward my taco friends. I often order the chorizo and carnitas but you cannot go wrong WITH ANY CHOICE YOU MAKE. Where else can that happen? Error-free decision making?!I haven't been back since my drunken word spewage but I will bashfully return someday soon-- sober so I can savor my two tacos in a more respectable manner." - Katja D.

Gowanus: Reyes Deli & Grocery, 532 4th Ave.

One reviewer says: "The tacos were good / The service was very slow / Excellent drunk food" - ReviewHaiku F.

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