Taqueria El Puente

Best kept secret in Bay Ridge. From the tasty tamales, packed tacos and massive burritos topped with creama & cotija cheese, you just cant go wrong!

Authentic Mexican food and what’s best is they are open on Sunday night.
Been eating here since they opened. Their burritos are great!

The food was ok. Not a lot of flavor :\ the burrito had a lot of rice but not too much meat. Sauce was so so too, must say I’ve had better.

Ordered take out from here for the first time, and it was simply amazing. My fresh shredded chicken torta was one of the tastiest things I’ve eaten in a while. I will be returning. Great addition to Bay Ridge.

Came here on a week night, wasn’t sure whether it was strictly for takeout, or dine in as no one behind thr counter paid us any attention. We went ahead and took a seat at the nearest table. Decided to order their guac, a pork burrito, and their Chicken quesadilla since it was recommended on Unilocal reviews. The chicken tasted a bit bland, had to add a lot of green sauce to it. The pork burrito had just way too much beans for my liking. The quac was okay, had better ones elsewhere. Total cost for the three dishes $ 24, price is decent in Bayridge Brooklyn.

I made a trip here in search of some authentic Mexican. I ordered a chicken burrito and requested raw onion, queso fresco and jalapeño inside the burrito. The chicken was just plain shredded chicken, no flavor, beans rice and jalapeños. They put the queso fresco and sour cream on top (I asked for the sour cream on the side). The red sauce tasted like dried chiles just ground up with nothing else. The green sauce was good. I ordered one burrito but they made two and charged me for two. I didn’t say anything because I figured I would give it to my friend. I was just not impressed. I really wanted to like it but I was let down.

The tacos were ok, nothing worth making a special trek out for. They are also on the pricier side for the amount of food you are getting.
There are a few tables in the dining room, but it’s not the most comfortable spot to eat. I wouldn’t come back to eat in, but maybe takeout if I were in a pinch.

Authentic Mexican food that’s fresh, delicious, and cheap! They even added fresh cheese to my mushroom quesadilla. Very convenient location to the R train and buses. Will be back. ..

This place is a hole in the wall, but an awesome find. Authentic and fresh mexican food with friendly and nice owners/​workers.
You don’t have to venture to sunset park for authentic mexican food, it’s here in Bay Ridge. The price is perfect for the great sizable portion you’re going to receive and eat.
Did I say authentic, from the tacos, huraches, tostados etc. The Pico de gallo is so refreshing on all levels. You want spicy, just say it and they’ll give it to you.
Byob. It’ll get hot in summer, no ac just fan blowing… so take food 2 go n eat in park.
I rather be a regular here than ho brah… too over priced there.
This wil be our new spot when we’re in mood for mexican n we’re within the area.

Great vegetarian tacos piled high with all the fixins. At $ 2.50 a taco, three can fill you up easily (and cheaply). We went on a gorgeous evening, and with the front windows open it was a great place to sit and people-​watch for awhile. Prompt and attentive service as we were the only two people in there, but they seem to do a good take-​out/​delivery service and handled the orders efficiently. Would definitely go back the next time I’m in the neighborhood!

I work close by and this is definitely a place we frequently buy lunch from. All I can say is Authentic flavorful and well priced.
I would recommend the chorizo tacos… there bangin

Go here. Get the burrito. We went on cinco de mayo and although it was busy, that didn’t take away from the experience or food. This place is legit. Big portions, good price, nice people, and DELICIOUSNESS.

A good Mexican eatery has finally made it to Bay Ridge! I usually head over to the Sunset Park area to pick up some good tacos, burritos and the works, but no need to go so far anymore. This place serves up simple delicious food in their open kitchen, no frills. The first time I came here, it was pretty cold outside and my friend and I decided to sit in and grab a very casual dinner. There was only one person working, but he was super friendly and offered to turn on the heater for us, but it was warm enough, so we were fine.
We ordered some tacos and rice and beans to share. Just like that… I was stuck on their fluffy rice and flavorful beans. The tacos were good too of course, none of that dry meat or oily situation and the ingredients were fresh. On a more recent visit, I ordered a vegetarian taco and a lengua huarache, yum! The food here is consistently good, so I definitely think they deserve a try. Overall, a really good option if you’re craving Mexican food. I will be back for sure to check out the rest of their menu! One thing I do have to mention is that there can be a bit of a wait for the food. So try not to go when you’re in a rush, you’ll just end up hangry!

Great food, great service n great owner… my fav place to eat in bay ridge. I go there almost everyday. The owner Josefina would cook me delicious Mexican food that tasted very authentic and sometimes I would have my tacos custom made, everytime is a pleasure!

Got takeout for my boyfriend and I for the first time the other night and it was alright. We got the chicken quesadilla and the steak burrito. My burrito was 8 $ and I wound up saving half of it for breakfast the next morning, that’s how big it was, and it seemed to be mostly rice and tortilla. It didn’t really have a lot of flavor, kind of bland and one noted. We did however love the green salsa, it was the perfect level of spice. Although everything was well priced I found the food kind of forgettable. I’d rather walk to 86^th and get Chipotle in all honesty.

Ive been wanting to try this place for quiet some time now and I was finally able to make it. Im glad that I did because this place is certainly a good eat.
The staff if very friendly and on a nice day they open the large windows to give it an outdoor feel. Based upon the pictures I decided to go with the Steak Burrito. That thing was packed to the max but in a good way. The steak was good and so was the rice and beans. I also tried the chicken tacos and I really liked the chicken a lot. I will definitely be returning here to try some other dishes! The best part of it all is its super affordable, highly recommend!

Calling all Burrito lovers, Ridge has a new spot where cheesy goodness over flows.
Despite the winter chill that would make a snowman cry, my friend and I trekked out to taqueria el puente for casual dinner. There’s about five wooden tables that seat two and also a counter– so yes some what of a small joint but it does not seem crowded with furniture. Around the windows are sombreros and tiny lights that create a warm glow inside at night time. They are a cute addition and something to daydream on when you find yourself too hungry to focus on your partners conversation. We placed our orders at the counter to the cashier who was shy but a true trooper after we took our time deciding what we wanted.
Hunger will not last long because your dishes come out pronto. I ordered a chicken burrito and my friend ordered tacos with a side of chips &guac .The burrito was so big! Seriously the size of your head. Cut it open and smell of rice and chicken steamed through the air. I could barely finish it. (I did though cause it was that savory.) I also searched for the most sugary drink I could find which was fruit punch. All their drinks come in glass bottles which I like– somehow tastes better. They give you plastic cups and plastic utensils which can be a tad unusual to match with the glass plates — but that’s just the charm of El Puente. They did not rush us at all which was good. I could take my time eating, talking and watching Spanish soap opera on their flat screen.
Behind the counter the phone was ringing nonstop. This place was getting delivery calls every ten minutes. I’m going to get take out from here now on. The food proved itself worthy.
A place to try if you ride the r to the last stop!

Now, imagine a venn diagram that has 3 categories: Mexican, authentic, and tastes good. Most other places fall within two. Either they’re Mexican and authentic but taste bad or taste good and Mexican but the food isn’t authentic. That’s not the case here. The food is absolutely delicious and portions are plentiful. The price is just right although I was surprised a bottle of coke is $ 2.50. I’d much rather take a can and save $ 1.50. Anyway, highly recommended that you eat here. The chicken taco and burrito are to die for. Will deff be returning.

Taquería El Puente, an innocuous Spanish reference to the Verrazano Bridge, due to its proximity, stands as the only taquería this far south in Brooklyn Bay Ridge. As such, they are as authentic a Mexican restaurant as you’d find in Sunset Park or anywhere else.
What may seem like a veritable hole-​in-​the-​wall, is a hidden gem of Mexican food at the end of the R-​line. In the summer, the large windows open completely to let in the most light and air the diminutive restaurant can afford. Patrons amongst the few tables and the high bar may have to dine under dimly-​lit lighting after sunset though. (I’ve yet to verify, but i have walked by at night)
Most customers however, order out. If you do decide to eat-​in, you order from the counter, sit, and they’ll bring the food to you. Mind you, if you’re not squeamish about such things, when you’re done and ready to pay, you’ll have to bus the table yourself.
Their tacos are on point (just right, not too salty and double tortilla), and their guac and chips are good too. I ordered the steak burrito this time around and it was served up ginormously on a plate coated with cheese. It is impressive however, the lack of silverware is a bit disconcerting. Guess what happens when you use plastic fork and knife? Yep, it was difficult to work with.
Price? You guessed it, affordable– even in these parts. While that may lead you to believe that you’re getting short-​changed somewhere, no, you’re not. The cheap eats here, my friend, are the real deal.

Hallelujah! A taqueria that serves Mexican food that is authentic and it’s in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn! Very good tacos and tasty sopas.
The wait may seem a bit long because there’s only 2 people preparing food. Well worth it. You can order at the bar for food to-​go but you can get table service if you want. There are only 4 small tables though.
I am coming back !!!