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El Sombrero (The Hat)

108 Stanton St., New York, NY 10002 40.721212 -73.987573
at Ludlow St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-254-4188 Send to Phone

  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Price Range: $$

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  • Reader Rating:

    6 out of 10

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Hours

Sun-Thu, 11am-2:30am; Fri-Sat, 11am-3:30am

Nearby Subway Stops

F, V at Lower East Side-Second Ave.; J, M, Z at Bowery

Prices

$7-$17

Payment Methods

Cash Only

Special Features

  • Good for Groups
  • Late-Night Dining
  • Lunch
  • Take-Out

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Recommended

Profile

The standard Mexican fare is okay. The service is mediocre. The jukebox has decent Latin hits. But the whole is greater than the sum of its parts at this notorious Lower East Side eatery. Locals have been enjoying this corner institution since 1984, where the tacos and burritos are, if not sublime, at least served in generous portions. El Sombrero stays open late and has gentle lighting, making it a perfect late-night spot after an evening of barhopping. — Amy Zimmer

Recommended Dishes

Fajitas, $15

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