My first time coming to this location of ave 26, the last time being literally on the illegally blocked off street. Tacos are now roughly $2 instead of $1 each. I got the suadero, carnitas, chorizo, and al pastor tacos (multiple rounds). I love that it has the onion and cilantro side bar as well as grilled onions on the side. The taste of the meats was very good. Everything was cooked fresh in front of me with a giant stew pot in the background too. Overall, decent cheap tacos. Free parking in Little Tokyo area is a plus and I could also walk over the the mini mall and look around afterwards. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

While I often long for the original Ave. 26 experience that is now long gone, I appreciate being able to get the same great Ave. 26 tacos closer to home, and in a more accessible area with easy parking. Now located just outside the parking lot at the Vons supermarket in Eagle Rock, it's easy to combine a trip for groceries with a quick snack or dinner in the parking lot. Their amazing tacos are still just as good, with the al pastor, asada, and chicken being my favorites, with a plentiful assortment of salsas, limes, chopped onions and cilantro, and radishes to top it all off. At 2.25 per taco, you can splurge a little bit without dropping too much cash (and yes, this is a spot where you should bring cash!) but they also have started taking Zelle. Be adventurous and order a couple different types and find your new favorite! This place offers very little in terms of ambiance, seating, or tables, but service is always quick and efficient even when the spot gets crowded--usually late at night and on the weekends. Be prepared to take your food to go, eat in the car, or stand around in the parking lot while you enjoy your food. Have plenty of napkins and hand sanitizer ready. Trust me when I say you will need them! read more

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One of our fav go to late night eat spots. It's located in a parking lot near little Tokyo. I got two carne asada and one chorizo taco they have a salsa bar on the side and also grilled onions and grilled jalapeños. We got 7 tacos for like 18$ so can't beat the price. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My first time here. I got the Cabesa and Lengua Tacos. Tastes good. Normal amount of meat. Good parking and no seating. I took my food to go. Place is mostly clean. Stars. 4 Stars read more

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Came here for a late night snack after the club. Their tacos are delicious and the service was pretty quick. I ordered the Al Pastor and Carne Asada which were both a bit smoky and flavorful. They also have a variety of toppings you can add to your tacos. What I found most interesting was that you can get a free potato, which was also delicious. Overall, this is a great late night spot and the food is tasty. There's a lot of parking and the place was bustling with people at 2am. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Carne Asada, Al Pastor tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This smaller location of Ave 26 Tacos looks like any other taco stand in LA, but this small spot packs the high-quality of the Little Tokyo location. I love how quick and efficient it is here, so don't worry if the line looks long. My favorite meats here are the Al Pastor and Cabeza. Both are so juicy, flavorful, and never overcooked. I will say too that tacos are the way to go here--I am personally mostly a burrito guy at other taco stands, but tacos are definitely the move here both for the quality of the taco and the burrito just not packing as much punch here. Plus, the taco tortillas are so delicious, and the salsas have a lot of flavor here too. Be sure to get their roasted potato along with their grilled onions when you are here too. Parking is very easy here, and it is always well-trafficked. Definitely check out this location of Ave 26 Tacos if you're in the area! read more

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I LOVE this spot so much! I will never not think about these tacos, especially after a night out. There is a good variety of proteins to chose from, and they do not cheap you out on your portions. The line will always be long, but it moves fast. You get a complimentary boiled potato and there is a big area where you can get toppings like onions, picked onions, cilantro, salsas, etc. The lechuga tacos are my favorite. There are no seating areas, but it is common for customers to stand around or eat on their car hoods. If you are thirsty, there is a drink stand right next to it. read more

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Super quick service & very yummy tacos! Ave 26 tacos is a very "go go go" system. Make sure you know what you want before you get there. The service is quick and straight to the point! This the first taco truck spot I been to that also gives out a free potato per order. They have a whole separate table/area for the sauces and toppings (radish, onion, cilantro). And another separate table/area to order drinks! This spot is definitely a must when in SoCal :) read more

Ave 26 Tacos - 3 Al pastor tacos x2 + free potato per order - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good food as always, even though the old Ave 26 is no more. This outpost is smaller than the one near Little Tokyo. Pro tip: don't go too early -- potatoes not ready yet! read more

A very casual spot outside. Came to get food after an event and it really hit the spot! Parking really depends on if anything big is happening around LA. I've been when there is plenty of parking but when I went after my event there was a line of cars down the street. There are 3 separate lines. 1 are for the tacos, 1 is for burritos and quesadillas, the last one is for drinks. There is also an area with sauces and toppings. I got the carne asada quesadilla and it was so yummy. Super cheesy and full of carne asada! read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Carne asada quesadilla - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been coming here for years and one of the spots that make LA unique are their street tacos. Avenue 26 tacos blew up in popularity and for good reason. They are super quick, super delicious, and very affordable. It's one of my favorite spots to take people for a street taco experience. They used to be located in a backstreet area but are now in a big parking lot by little Tokyo. Don't forget to get their boiled potatoes and grilled onions. I don't know how they make their potatoes but I swear they boil these things in fat for like a day... They're so soft and delicious. It's not your normal boiled potato. They have a variety of meat to choose from too. Al pastor and lengua are my favorites The only reason I gave it a 4 star is a personal issue I had with cleanliness. They have their garnishes off to the side for you to load up onto your plate. I like cilantro so I put a bunch on my tacos one time and found a small but alive, neon green worm on my cilantro. It was no bigger than 1 cm but it was still there LOL. I just flicked it away and continued on with my merry way..... don't judge me! read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is my go-to spot whenever I'm in the area. Service is fast, they throw in a free potato with your order (I paid extra for more because it's that good), and the food always hits, especially after a night out. Also can't overstate how clutch it is that they have an actual parking lot - basically unheard of in LA. Quick service, no stress, and great food every time. It does get super packed later in the night, but still moves quick! read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is like the in n out of taco stands. It is more than just a taco stand. It is a taco operation. The most efficient, delicious, amazing tacos you can have late night. Don't be scared of the line. It moves quick. Just also remember to be a quick mover, because the men at the front will holler at you to move with lightning speed. The tacos are simple yet succulent. The potato here is the cherry on top. 10/10 would come again read more

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Wonderful taco stand located right outside a Vons in the Eagle Rock area. Delicious tacos with a DIY salsa / toppings bar and some of the friendliest folks you will ever meet to help you. I came on a weeknight so the place wasn't very busy at all. It was a really chill vibe and I was able to order pretty much right away. There was some street parking in plenty of lot parking. I've been to their other location before and I really loved it. This one feels a little different in the fact that there's probably less traffic that comes through here. (Maybe it's different when it's not on a weekend) I came here specifically for the short rib tacos. Got a couple of the short rib tacos and a chicken taco. Just note that the short ribs are bone in and they come atop of a tortilla so when you're eating these tacos, you just have to be mindful of the bone. After the DIY toppings/salsa bar, I enjoyed my tacos and thought they were very flavorful. The overall meal was very reasonable as well and would definitely be on my rotation if I lived closer to this area. read more

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This taco stand is just ok. Located by Vons on Figueroa near Colorado Blvd. Ave 26 Tacos made a name for themselves years ago - once known for delicious and affordable tacos in town. Back then, the lines were insane at the "original location" in Lincoln Park's "Ave 26". Considered a destination late night street taco spot. The "original location" is long gone. However, there are still a couple locations left that I know of: this one in Eagle Rock and Little Tokyo on Alameda. They are open late and 7 days a week. Overall, I thought this stand was mediocre and left disappointed. I got: *Carne Asada -BLAND, no taste. *Al Pastor - chopped up pork and no pineapple. tasted exactly like the Asada, very mild or bland. There was a vertical spit (Trompo) but they don't freshly slice it from there. Maybe it was there for just display; idk. *Suadero- the best one; decent not great. *The salsas (red and green) were good and not spicy, so it's ideal for non-spicy eaters. Maybe Ave 26 was great before (pre-covid), but they lost their magic touch. Not a fan. read more

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Right next to the Vons grocery store here. We got 5 tacos and one quesadilla for $25. They're fast and at the time of our visit, some used gloves and some didn't. It's a street taco stand so just understand that for your cleanliness comfort level. No issues for us on this visit. The tacos, albeit small were plentiful in meat. We tried to the asada, chorizo, al pastor, cabeza and tripa. All were good. The quesadilla, we added chorizo and al pastor which was also tasty. There are large buckets for all the condiments, avocado, green, and red salsa along with limes, chopped onions/cilantro, and radishes. You can ask them for grilled onions by the grill too. Overall we had a positive experience and will likely be back! read more

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One of my favorites. Park in the parking lot. Get in line, get as many tacos as you can. Pay. Get a drink or aqua fresca. Add some sauces and fixings. Last, eat in the parking lot by your car. It's the best, really. Taco heaven. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos! - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They are super affordable, delicious and their sauce station is great with lots of variety. They open crazy hours 9am-4am. read more

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I'm a big fan of Ave 26 tacos! I normally go to the Little Tokyo location, but this one is closer to home. They were kind enough to give us a sample of the ribs since we've never had it before and it was really good! We paid $25 for 11 tacos! So much meat and plenty of self serve toppings and sauces as well. You can also buy drinks too. They take cash or Zelle at this location. You can park the plaza with the grocery store and the taco area is on the sidewalk. There's a big red truck so you can't miss it! read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Such good tacos ! You also get some yummy potatoes with your order! The line can be long but moves fast. It is definitely the go to spot in LA after a game, concert, or a night out in general ! read more

Late night tacos near the arts district. Heavily guarded w security in Parking lot. Lots of spots and people eating at their cars. No tables available. Not the friendliest workers but at $2.50 a taco its ok. The service is slow, not sure why but again for the price!!! We had Pastor and Lengua. They give you meat on small tortillas. Street taco style. Pay then get your own toppings and salsas. Not cleanest area for adding toppings but for the price!! Its ok. The setting is a temporary set up in a parking lit next to a parking structure. I do recommend tacos here. Great for late night hunger!! They offer quesadillas also. read more

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This place is still an LA classic/regular spot for me every time I'm in the area and this location is my hidden protip/highlight. It doesn't have the same ambiance as the larger ave 26 locaiton, but it has the same great food and almost never has any lines. There's a huge parking lot shared with the nearby grocery store, so definitely plan to swing by this area every time you're doing your weekly grocery run and grab a few tacos, burritos, or honestly anything on their menu. My tried and true order will always be 4 pastor tacos and a handful of salsas and sides from their bar area! read more

I first tried to visit the Eagle Rock location, but surprise--it was closed. No notice about it on their Yelp page or website, which was frustrating. So, we made our way to the Little Tokyo spot instead. At first glance, the entrance gave off vibes of a low-budget rave party--not what I was expecting, but kind of funny. Quick note: they only serve tacos, quesadillas, and burritos here, plus a complimentary potato (which is a nice touch, and the "potato guy" is super friendly). Prices are reasonable--$2.25 per taco and around $12 for burritos and quesadillas. The service is fast, and the selection of meats is pretty standard. The food was good, but the location is too far for me, and honestly, it's not worth the effort to make the trip again. read more

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Sometimes all you need is a plate of 4 tacos de pastor at 3 am with a mexican coke, who cares what the price is!

Ave 26 is a must when you're out in LA and craving tacos. The line can get extremely long but it moves super fast. They are assembly line style and move super efficiently. The staples like pastor and asada are fantastic here but you always have to grab some cabeza(head) or lengua(tongue) tacos as well. Don't by shy. Pro tip grab the grilled onions, grilled peppers, and a potato at the end of the meats section. This taco stand is located in an LA parking lot and nothing beats the vibe standing around in a circle eating with friends after a night out. read more

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Consistently delicious, everybody that works here is so friendly and hilarious :) Best vibes and even better food! read more

This is my favorite taco stand to grab tacos and they're open late too. You start by telling the cooks what you would like to order and they will help assemble the meats into your tortillas as a taco or burrito. Afterwards, you would pay the cashier. My favorite meats are the al pastor and Suadero because the meats are flavorful and juicy. After you paid for your food, you can grab the toppings and condiments. There are also aqua frescas that you can purchase, my favorite is the pineapple which is light and refreshing. There are no tables so we put our plates of food on top of the car trunk and ate. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tacos here are so delicious after a event or a party everything here is so good, being there #1 customer since they were at a swamp meet

Heard positive things about this chain (on social media and reviews) so I just had to try it out. I usually order from taco trucks, so the ordering process was a little confusing. It seems like you have to tell the cooks your order then bring it to the center to pay. Then from there, there's a table for self-serve condiments. I didn't notice any menu listing prices, but it seems like tacos go for $2 each. The tacos itself were good, but it didn't stand out from other places I've been to. There's ample parking but no tables, so be prepared to eat at your car. I wouldn't go out of my way to try the place again, but if I were around the area I guess I could give it another shot. read more

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Not tourist friendly. I used to be a loyal customer, however after how they treated me and my family today I will never be a patron here again. I brought my out-of-town family here for lunch. We bought about $100 worth of tacos. My brother also bought a $4 bottle of fanta. He took one of their large cups to split the soda with another family member. We stood around for about half an hour eating our food. As we were getting ready to leave, the cashier approached us and told us it was $5 for the cup. $5 for THE EMPTY PLASTIC CUP. I argued with him that it was unreasonable to charge $5 for a cup. He said they he had to charge us for using their agua fresca cup. I told him i'd give him the $5 if he gave me agua fresca then. He said it wouldn't be ready for another hour and refused to serve me the drink They were clearly trying to scam my family who looked like tourist. Please beware of their malicious business practices. I will never recommend this business to anyone ever again. read more

Ave 26 is a must-try taco spot! I came here with some friends visiting from out of state, and we decided to do a full taste test, ordering one of every taco on the menu: al pastor, carne asada, costilla, buche, cabeza, and chorizo. We also grabbed an al pastor quesadilla and two large horchatas to wash it all down. Service was fast and friendly. Everything was so flavorful, but the standout for me was the cabeza taco. It was super tender and juicy, and when paired with the green sauce, onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, it was perfection. The al pastor was also great, with a nice balance of smoky and sweet. My group loved everything so much that we ended up ordering another round of tacos and an extra quesadilla to-go to enjoy at home. The tacos are hearty, the horchatas are refreshing, and the vibe here is laid-back and fun as we ate outside using the back of our trunk as a table. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for authentic, tasty Mexican food--definitely coming back next time I'm in the area. read more

Mmmm tacos. This place has yummy tacos. Highly recommend coming here for yummy tacos. The line moves quickly.

Cash only I was craving tacos so we decided to stop by Avenue 26 Tacos. They have this food stand in Eagle Rock along with another location in Skid Row. There were no tables or seating so we ended up eating inside the car. We ordered asada and al pastor tacos ($2 each) and between the two I liked the al pastor more. I liked that you can put as much or as little onion and cilantro as you want. There were three types on sauces and they were all good with varying levels of spice. You can also put grilled onions on the tacos too which added even more flavors. It's not super sanitary since they use their bare hands to scoop the meat onto the tortillas. There were good portions of meat so I was in a good place after eating five tacos. This is a no-frills place that serves pretty good tacos. read more

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This was my first time here so I didn't know what to expect but my appetite was ready! Although it's located in a parking lot, it's set up is top tier. Plus, parking is front and center HA! The organization of ordering and paying is so systematic it took less than 3 minutes. I thought my eyes were being bigger than my stomach so I ordered 5 tacos. Asada, brisket and al pastor! I paid about $13 also, the red salsa was the perfect add. I will definitely return and probably order 6. lol read more

This is one of my favorite spots to take people for the late night taco experience Delicious and affordable read more

Good tacos. Esp the suadero but the line aint long. Def worth checking out if you live around Pasadena area.

Al pastor 5/5 - pretty good tacos! I wish they had pineapple but still really good! Meat was juicy and I love how you can get your own portion of onions and cilantro bc I like a lot of it. Not very sanitary tho When did street tacos become so expensive. A full taco meal costs the same as a regular meal at a restaurant now. read more

Ave 26 Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best tacos in downtown LA hands down! Everytime me and the wife is in town we most definitely hitting up this spot, the line is long but goes quick, also you must get the potatoes on the side. read more

I tried this place because of my homie but I have since brought my wife with me. The food is great! The salsa is spicy, classic tacos at a fair price. For me, it's reminiscent of visiting Mexico growing up and getting tacos at a taco spot. Prepare to eat on your car, in the car, standing up. There is no seating but with food like this, you don't need it. read more

Came here because Ave 26's Eagle Rock location was the closest one to me on a very late night. Kept it simple and got a carne asada taco and an al pastor taco. Not really sure what these other reviews were on. The tacos did not skimp on the meat at all, and the meat was very flavorful. Not particularly thrilled that the tacos are $1.75 now as opposed to $1.00 back in the day, but that's inflation for you. Also ordered a quesadilla, which was a first time for me. Pretty good, although I wish there was just a little more meat. Don't forget to grab the potatoes as well! Staff were fine, although I had a little trouble communicating what I wanted because of the limited English of some the workers. Thankfully someone else who was there helped me out. Although this mini version of Ave 26 doesn't quite hit the same as the original Lincoln Heights location or even their Little Tokyo location, it's still good stuff. read more

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