Tucked in the heart of the West Village, Empellón Taqueria & Bar puts a modern, cheffy spin on Mexican food, thanks to chef-owner Alex Stupak, formerly of Alinea and wd~50 fame. Examples include a Philly cheesesteak burrito and a must-order fish tempura taco. Pro tip: Definitely get the cheeseburger and a spicy cucumber margarita, and do know they’ve got late-night taco specials on Fridays and Saturdays that start at 10 p.m.