About this spot
Tucked away in Chinatown, Carbon Mexican Grill delivers authentic Oaxacan flavors that feel worlds away from the city's usual fare. Order the mole negro with chicken or pork to experience a rich, complex sauce that locals swear by, and finish your meal with their house-made tortillas for an extra layer of flavor.
π‘ Tips before you go
- Ask for the mole negro on the side so you can drizzle it over tacos instead of having it pre-sauced.
- Save room for the churros; they are fried to order and dusted with cinnamon sugar, not stale from a batch made earlier in the day.
- Bring cash or have your card ready at the door, as this neighborhood spot often operates on a first-come, first-served basis without reservations.