#1100% recommend
Guerilla Tacos
Arts District·$$$
Sweet Potato Taco
$6.50
Roasted sweet potato with almond chile, feta cheese, and fried corn.
Tip: Even if you're a meat eater, you have to order the sweet potato taco. it's the absolute essence of the Guerilla Tacos philosophy.
#2100% recommend
Tacos Arabes De Puebla
Boyle Heights·$
Taco Arabe
$4.50
Spit-grilled seasoned pork served on a thick flour 'pan arabe' tortilla.
Tip: This is the grandfather of the al pastor taco. The flour tortilla (pan arabe) is much more substantial than a standard corn tortilla.
#3100% recommend
Anajak Thai
Sherman Oaks·$$$
Thai Taco Tuesday Sampler
$45.00
A rotating selection of tacos and tostadas using Thai ingredients and Mexican techniques.
Tip: This is only available on Tuesdays and it's a completely different menu from the rest of the week. You'll need to book separately for this event.
#4100% recommend
Leo's Tacos Truck
Mid-Wilshire·$
Al Pastor Taco
$2.00
Spit-grilled marinated pork with pineapple, cilantro, and onions on a corn tortilla.
Tip: The al pastor is the only move here. Order at least five—they are small and you'll want to watch the carver's incredible skills as long as possible.
#5100% recommend
Kogi BBQ
Culver City·$
Short Rib Taco
$4.50
Double-caramelized short rib with salsa roja, cilantro-onion-lime relish, and romaine-cabbage slaw on a corn tortilla.
Tip: Order at least two. The short rib flavor is incredible and the slaw provides the perfect fresh crunch to balance the richness.
#6100% recommend
Teddy's Red Tacos
Echo Park·$$
The Deluxe Plate
$22.50
A sampler of birria specialties including a taco, quesadilla, mulita, and tostada with consome.
Tip: This is a lot of food. One plate is easily enough for two people to share if you're looking for a substantial lunch.
#7100% recommend
Ave 26 Tacos
Little Tokyo·$
Suadero Taco
$2.00
Slow-cooked, tender beef suadero on a classic corn tortilla.
Tip: The suadero here is the gold standard. Order at least three—they are small but incredibly flavorful.
#8100% recommend
Villa's Tacos
Highland Park·$
The Queso Taco
$6.50
Handmade blue corn tortilla with melted cheese, beans, guacamole, and your choice of meat.
Tip: Order the sampler trio if it's your first time. It lets you try the asada, chorizo, and pollo all at once.
#9100% recommend
Guisados
Boyle Heights·$$
The Sampler
$16.50
Six miniature tacos with a choice of varied stewed fillings.
Tip: This is the move if it's your first time. It helps you find your favorite fillings before you commit to full-sized tacos next time.
#10100% recommend
Mariscos Jalisco
Boyle Heights·$
Tacos de Camaron
$2.50
Crispy fried shrimp tacos topped with fresh salsa and avocado.
Tip: Order at least two. You'll think one is enough, but as soon as you finish it, you'll want another.
#1198% recommend
Guisados
Boyle Heights·$$
Mole Poblano Taco
$4.50
Shredded chicken in a rich, nutty, and slightly sweet chocolate-based mole sauce.
Tip: The mole here has an incredible depth of flavor. It's not too sweet—the nuts and seeds really stand out.
#1298% recommend
Villa's Tacos
Highland Park·$
Asada Taco
$4.50
Mesquite-grilled ranchera steak on a handmade blue corn tortilla.
Tip: The mesquite flavor is really prominent here. If you love that smoky, grilled taste, the asada is the moving.
#1398% recommend
Teddy's Red Tacos
Echo Park·$$
Quesabirria Taco
$6.50
A 'red' corn tortilla filled with beef birria and melted cheese, served with consome.
Tip: The consome is the key. Make sure to dip the taco deep and take a sip of the broth after every bite. It's the ultimate flavor boost.
#1498% recommend
Ave 26 Tacos
Little Tokyo·$
Al Pastor Taco
$2.00
Spit-grilled marinated pork with pineapple on a corn tortilla.
Tip: The marinade is excellent. Make sure to get a bit of pineapple in every bite to cut through the richness of the pork.
#1598% recommend
Sonoratown
Downtown·$
Chivichanga
$4.50
Miniature flour tortilla burritos filled with shredded beef or chicken and cheese.
Tip: Order two. They are smaller than a regular burrito and you'll definitely want to try both the beef and the chicken versions.
#1698% recommend
Leo's Tacos Truck
Mid-Wilshire·$
Al Pastor Mulita
$6.50
Two tortillas sandwiching melted cheese and plenty of spit-grilled pork.
Tip: The mulita is much more filling than a taco. One mulita and two tacos is a perfect meal for most people.
#1796% recommend
Guisados
Boyle Heights·$$
Cochinita Pibil Taco
$4.50
Slow-roasted pork in a tart citrus and achiote marinade with pickled onions.
Tip: Make sure to get a bit of the pickled onion in every bite. It's the essential balance for the rich pork.
#1896% recommend
Sonoratown
Downtown·$
Costilla (Beef Rib) Taco
$3.75
Mesquite-grilled beef rib meat on a house-made flour tortilla.
Tip: Pay attention to the tortilla. They import the flour from Sonora, and you can really taste the difference in the texture and flavor.
#1996% recommend
Holbox
South LA·$$
Octopus al Pastor Taco
$9.50
Tender octopus marinated in al pastor spices and grilled.
Tip: Even if you don't usually like octopus, try this. The grilling gives it a meaty texture that works perfectly with the al pastor spices.
#2094% recommend
Tacos Arabes De Puebla
Boyle Heights·$
Taco Oriental
$2.50
The same spit-grilled pork but served on a traditional corn tortilla.
Tip: Try one Arabe and one Oriental to see how the different tortillas change the flavor profile of the seasoned pork.
#2194% recommend
Guerilla Tacos
Arts District·$$$
Pork Belly Taco
$8.50
Braised pork belly with candied peanuts and a spicy salsa verde.
Tip: The peanuts add a great textural element. It's a very substantial and satisfying taco.
#2294% recommend
Ave 26 Tacos
Little Tokyo·$
Asada Taco
$2.00
Grilled marinated steak on a classic corn tortilla.
Tip: Load up on the grilled onions and habanero salsa at the condiment bar—they are the perfect accompaniment to the asada.
#2394% recommend
Villa's Tacos
Highland Park·$
Mulita
$9.50
Two blue corn tortillas sandwiching melted cheese, beans, and grilled meat.
Tip: This is much more filling than a single taco. One mulita and one taco is a solid meal for most people.
#2494% recommend
Teddy's Red Tacos
Echo Park·$$
Birria Mulita
$9.50
Two 'red' tortillas sandwiching beef birria and melted cheese.
Tip: The mulita is the cheesiest option on the menu. If you love that crispy cheese edge, this is the one to get.
#2592% recommend
Chichen Itza
South LA·$$
Panucho
$5.50
A crispy fried tortilla stuffed with black bean purée and topped with cochinita pibil.
Tip: Order one of these as a 'side' to your main dish. The crunch of the fried tortilla stuffed with beans is addictive.
#2692% recommend
Guisados
Boyle Heights·$$
Chicharrón en Salsa Verde
$4.50
Braised fried pork skin in a sharp, vibrant tomatillo salsa.
Tip: The texture is soft and almost gelatinous—not crunchy like a snack! It's an authentic preparation that is highly prized.
#2790% recommend
Leo's Tacos Truck
Mid-Wilshire·$
Taco de Cabeza
$2.00
Tender, slow-steamed beef head meat on a corn tortilla.
Tip: The texture is very soft and rich. Load it up with their fresh green salsa—it's the perfect acidic balance for the fatty meat.
#2890% recommend
Villa's Tacos
Highland Park·$
Villa's Vegan Taco
$6.00
Plant-based meat alternative with vegan cheese and all the signature toppings.
Tip: The vegan cheese they use melts surprisingly well. It's one of the best vegan taco options in the neighborhood.
#2990% recommend
Ave 26 Tacos
Little Tokyo·$
Taco de Cabeza
$2.00
Tender, slow-steamed beef head meat on a corn tortilla.
Tip: The texture is very soft and rich. If you like marrow or fatty cuts, you'll love the cabeza here.
#3090% recommend
Coni'Seafood
Inglewood·$$
Shrimp Tacos (Tacos de Camaron)
$12.50
Crispy fried shrimp tacos served with fresh salsa.
Tip: The batter is very light and crispy. it's a great choice if you aren't in the mood for the raw preparations.
#3188% recommend
Teddy's Red Tacos
Echo Park·$$
Birria Tostada
$5.50
A crunchy 'red' tostada topped with beef birria, onions, and cilantro.
Tip: This is the move if you want the absolute maximum crunch from the fat-dipped tortilla. It's remarkably flavorful.
#3285% recommend
Sonoratown
Downtown·$
Lorenza
$5.50
A crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese, grilled meat, and beans.
Tip: This is the move if you want that crispy, toasted corn flavor to contrast with the tender grilled meats.