The restaurant's namesake and absolute signature. The pork is marinated with a complex blend of spices and cooked on a vertical 'trompo', then sliced into a warm, thick flour tortilla that mimics Middle Eastern pita bread. It's savory, smoky, and unique.
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This is the grandfather of the al pastor taco. The flour tortilla (pan arabe) is much more substantial than a standard corn tortilla.
A rich and cheesy version of the signature taco. The thick flour tortilla is loaded with pork and a generous amount of stringy Oaxacan cheese, then grilled until the cheese is bubbly and the tortilla is slightly crispy.
Tips from diners
The Oaxacan cheese they use has a great pull and a mild flavor that doesn't overwhelm the spiced pork.
Not a dish on its own, but an essential part of the experience. This salsa is made with roasted chipotles and has a deep, smoky heat that is specifically designed to complement the flavor of the spit-grilled pork.
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Don't skip the chipotle salsa. It's the traditional accompaniment for Tacos Arabes and adds a level of complexity you won't get from standard green salsa.
For those who prefer the classic corn tortilla experience. It uses the same high-quality, flavorful pork as the Taco Arabe, providing a lighter and more familiar format that lets the seasoning of the meat really shine through.
Tips from diners
Try one Arabe and one Oriental to see how the different tortillas change the flavor profile of the seasoned pork.
A comforting and deeply savory soup that's often ordered alongside the tacos. It's simmered for hours to achieve a concentrated goat flavor, balanced by tender chickpeas and a bit of rice for substance.
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This is the perfect warm-up, especially on a cooler evening. It's very hearty and full of flavor.
Tacos Arabes De Puebla specializes in the ancestral version of the taco al pastor. Bringing the flavors of Puebla to Los Angeles, they use a vertical spit to grill seasoned pork, which is then served on a thick, pita-like flour tortilla (pan arabe) rather than the standard corn tortilla.
It's a casual, low-frills spot with most seating outdoors on the patio. It's high-energy and feels very much like a neighborhood joint in Puebla.
They are a popular late-night destination. The line can move quickly, but be prepared for a bit of a wait on Friday and Saturday nights.
It's located on a busy stretch of Olympic Blvd. Look for the colorful sign and the vertical 'trompo' visible from the street.
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