Staff are knowledgeable about gluten-free needs and tacos can be prepared safely, but fried items should be avoided due to a shared fryer.
A limited gluten-free selection.
No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.
Consistently positive feedback from gluten-free diners.
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Empellón Al Pastor is a casual bar in the East Village, known for its tacos and mash-up bar snacks. It's a great spot for grabbing a quick bite and enjoying margaritas or one of their 18 beers on tap. The place is run by Alex Stupak, a chef with a background in pastry from notable restaurants like Alinea and wd~50. It's a neighborhood staple, perfect for a laid-back hangout across from Tompkins Square Park.
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