Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead is a friendly, authentically Mexican eatery owned by married co-chefs Jasmin and Edgar Diaz-Leal, who emphasize food over ambience. The menu is impressive, with tacos that feature handmade soft corn tortillas, savory pozole rojo and a unique spin on the Cubana torta. You'll forget all about the plastic utensils after digging in to your meal.

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Taqueria Cielito Lindo serves up authentic Mexican specialties in Riverhead.

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A waitress serves diners at Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead.

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Authentic food is emphasized over ambience at Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead.

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Edgar Diaz-Leal, co-owner and co-chef, in the kitchen of Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead.

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Quesadillas de tinga, with a chicken-chipotle filling, are deep fried and delicious at Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead.

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A trio of tacos served at Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead includes, from left, campechanos (in the style of the province of Campeche, made with several different kinds of meat), de lengua (tongue), and al pastor (shepherd style, with spit-roasted pork and grilled pineapple).

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Posole rojo, a hearty soup with pork and hominy, is savory at Taqueria Cielito Lindo in Riverhead.

 
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