Where to Eat Before a Knicks Game, Rangers Match, Concert or Comedy Show at Madison Square Garden

If you're heading to Madison Square Garden for a Knicks game, Rangers matchup, sold-out concert, or stand-up comedy show, one question always comes up:

Where should we eat before the event?

Here’s the answer: Mas Tacos, located inside Penn Station — just steps from MSG.

🔥 Inside Penn Station, Steps from MSG — Here’s Why It Matters

If you've ever tried finding a quick, solid meal before an event at MSG, you know the deal. The lines are long, the food is forgettable, and the prices are steep. Mas Tacos is the better move — fast, fresh, and right where you need it.

We’re located inside Penn Station, at 2 Pennsylvania Plaza, which means you can:

• Skip the street crowd

• Get hot food fast

• Grab a drink before walking straight into The Garden

Whether you're coming off the subway, LIRR, NJ Transit, or Amtrak — we’re right there.

🌮 What’s On the Menu? It’s Not Just Tacos

Yes, Taco Tuesday's are BIG here. But Mas Tacos runs all week — the full menu goes way beyond that.

🔑 Tacos (Every Day, All Day)

• Carne Asada – Grilled sirloin steak

• Pollo Asada – Spiced or grilled chicken

• Al Pastor – Slow-cooked pork or chicken

• Short Rib Birria – With consomme

• Shrimp or Surf & Turf – If you want to level up

• Jackfruit Mango – Plant-based and packed with flavor

🌯 Burritos, Bowls, Quesadillas & Loaded Fries

Build it your way or go classic. Perfect for a filling pre-show meal.

🥑 Don’t forget the sides

Chips & guac, birria ramen, loaded fries, esquites — everything is made fresh, fast, and ready to walk out with you.

🍹 Yes, We Have a Full Bar

Whether you're pregaming before a Knicks game or grabbing one last drink before that comedy show, our full bar is locked in with:

• Margaritas (classic or spicy)

• Beer

• Tequila shots

• Non-alcoholic boba drinks, slushies, lemonadas

MSG may have $18+ beers — we’ll just leave it at that.

☕ Open Early, Too — Breakfast from 6AM

Some events at Madison Square Garden start early — and so do we. Whether you're in town for a matinee show, coming in from out of state, or just beating the crowd, Mas Tacos opens at 6:00 AM daily.

Grab breakfast burritos, bagels, croissants, and hot coffee without leaving Penn Station. It's the easiest move before the doors even open upstairs.

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🎟️ Madison Square Garden Event Goers — This Is Your Spot!

Here’s how Mas Tacos lines up with the MSG crowd:

• Knicks & Rangers fans: Eat before the game. We’re fast, filling, and way better than stadium food.

• Concerts: Whether it’s Drake, Bad Bunny, Olivia Rodrigo, or The Weeknd — grab food before the doors open.

• Comedy shows: Stand-up at MSG Theater? Get tacos and tequila first. Laugh on a full stomach.

• Tourists: If you're visiting, this is a true NYC move. Grab real food inside Penn Station. Don’t fall for tourist traps.

📍 Location & Info

Mas Tacos

• 📍 Located Inside Penn Station (2 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10121)

• 🕒 Open Daily: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• 🚆 Accessible via 1, 2, 3, A, C, E subway lines, LIRR, NJ Transit & Amtrak

• 🏟 Steps from Madison Square Garden

Headed to MSG tonight?

Skip the overpriced food lines and stop at Mas Tacos inside Penn Station.

🔥 Fast. 🔥 Fresh. 🔥 Ready when you are.

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