Los Angeles has the best tacos in America, period. With deep Mexican roots and a thriving taco culture, you'll find everything from $2 street tacos to refined alta cocina—and the street food often wins.
Legendary Street Tacos
Leo's Tacos Truck
The spinning al pastor trompo is iconic. Best late-night tacos in LA, bar none.
Tacos El Gordo
Tijuana import. Adobada and suadero are life-changing. Cash only.
Mariscos Jalisco
Fried shrimp tacos in a truck. The crunch, the salsa, perfection.
Sit-Down Taquerias
Guisados
Braised meat tacos on handmade tortillas. The sampler is the move.
Sonoratown
Sonoran-style flour tortilla tacos. The carne asada is perfect.
Taco Maria
Fine dining Mexican. The tasting menu elevates tacos to art.
By Neighborhood
East LA / Boyle Heights
The real deal. Mariscos Jalisco, El Tepeyac, generations of taqueros.
South Central / Huntington Park
Taco trucks on every corner after 9pm. This is where locals eat.
Highland Park / Echo Park
Gentrified but still great. Avenue 26 tacos, Cacao Mexicatessen.