This was recommended to us by a fellow Yelper (she lives a few blocks away). It doesn't look like much but the food and service was great. We had shrimp, fish, carnitas tacos and asada fries. If you are in the area of St. John's and are dieing for Mexican this should be your stop. read more

I ordered 3 carnitas tacos and a majority of the so called meat was inedible as it was fat and grizzle. I received an email with my receipt and it asked me how the meal was. I wrote exactly what I have already stated and that I was very disappointed with what I received for $12.50. I got an email back from Nancy who apologized for my meal and told me to go back and they would happily give me 3 carnitas tacos for free to make up for it. I waited 2 weeks to return, as the food is extremely salty and I try to limit my daily salt intake. When I told Nancy that I was there for my replacement meal all of a sudden there was no carnitas meat. I find this very hard to believe as it was close to noon on a Friday. Strike 2 against them. read more

Excellent food great service yummy margaritas yummy chips and salsa nice service good prices

Amazing food. Authentic Mexican cuisine and great service. U must eat here Dogs friendly. read more

El Coyote - Shrimp toco - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

the best fish tacos in town thus far. NEVER SOGGY!!! great service. Ive heard everything there is delicious. read more

First time here as I always go to Rose City Taqueria, which is down the street. It's hard to find like my photos will show, but look for the Open and taco's sign out front. I'm conflicted in doing this review, as the establishments usually get busier and they start raising the prices, but oh well. This place is now in my top 3 in Portland for tacos, after only trying the fish/shrimp tacos, but if they are all the same quality as these were, I'm not stepping off my claim. The price on these large fish and shrimp tacos are only $2.50. Find that in Portland, go ahead I'll wait. The portions were plentiful, fresh tasting and flavorful. It's is a true dive, even for a food truck, but you'll not be disappointed in any way. Service was prompt and wait time was exactly as expected for frying fresh. Happy eating and stay safe. read more

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El Coyote has great tacos. The burritos are pretty decent as well. They like every other thing have had massive price increases. Not sure it's worth it anymore, but definitely an authentic street taco experience. read more

Great tacos, I tried the cameron taco , pescado taco , carne asada taco , and pollo taco . I also got rice and beans . They gave a decent size to go container of salsa verde and a smaller habanero. The meats all tasted fresh, the asada was grilled nicely, fish was nice and battered, and the shrimp were a bunch of little guys without batter rather than one large battered one. Will come back and try a few more things. Tasty tacos, nothing insane or life changing but if this place was in your hood then you're lucky. read more

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If you were driving by and you saw the wooden sign with "tacos" written in black tape, you'd be forgiven for driving past and thinking it was an abandoned food truck. DONT MAKE THE MISTAKE. After eating at such bougie taco spots like Por Que No, I can easily and confidently say that El Coyote is WAY BETTER than them. At $2.50 for a large taco, the food here is a steal (please don't start charging more). Our "fish taco" came with a HUGE piece of fish that was perfectly fried and tucked into its tortilla with a heaping of creamy sauce and cabbage. The "Shrimp Taco" was definitely the winner though. The shrimps were pan seared to perfection: plump, juicy, and with the slightest charry taste of the pan. I don't think I've ever been more satisfied by tacos before. I can't wait to come back to try all their other food! read more

El Coyote - Fish Taco and Shrimp Taco - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Best freaking asada fries in town (coyote fries) Very unique with a twist. The shrimp and sauce that is used is a extra bonus. After a order of that shoot I'm taking a nap hahaha good food man read more

Don't be fooled by its outward appearance. The only thing you have to worry about here is the wait time. But it's worth it. Best fish tacos, best carnitas tacos. Also the Coyote Fries are BOMB! Spend the extra wait time and go get you some tacos from here. Cures hangovers too! read more

This little cart packs a punch as it possibly has two of the city's BEST tacos! The carnitas and the fish tacos are the stars here! Also the coyote fries will blow you away. 4 stars cause the ticket times are sometimes long but the food is well worth it. read more

The best chicken taquitos in pdx! I am gluten free and they were able to accommodate my food allergies which I appreciated.

I moved here from southern California 3 years ago and me and my family have been so disappointed by every single Mexican restaurant, and I'm not kidding when I say we have tried almost all of them. My son had basketball practice by El Coyote and we decided to try it out for dinner. We had the lowest of expectations due to our failure to find any mexican food that is remotely good in Portland - however, we were blown away! This food is excellent. My son and I are vegetarians and the burritos and tacos are incredible. My husband, who eats meat, raved about his food as well. The hot sauce is unlike anything I've ever tasted...it's amazing. Anyway, if you're looking for legit mexican, this is the place. read more

Best Mexican food I've had since moving from California. Got the bean and cheese burrito. Their hot sauce is great too!

May be the best tacos in Portland! I had a shrimp taco and asada tacos and both were bright and fresh. I never order shrimp tacos but felt compelled after reading the reviews. They truly were delicious and crave worthy. Bonus - I really like how they slightly fry their tortillas. read more

My favorite taco truck in the Portland metro area. I live on the opposite side of town and make my way here at least a handful of times a year. My husband and brother swear by the asada fries. I always get tacos - carnitas, asada, and/or pollo. The green avocado salsa is the best and I've purchased them in bottles. read more

This is what a chicken taco is just a lump of a piece of breast at least shred the chicken breast no season. read more

El Coyote - I was expecting something for presentable for a a chicken taco. Let me just throw this lump and call it good - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Delicious food always fast, friendly family business that is bilingual as well as made their spot in my Top 3 Latin food places read more

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Tasty asada burrito, but the meat was chewy and gristle. Might be back to try fish burrito.

i love love love this place. every time i get a tattoo next door i always get a few carne asada tacos before my appointment. never disappoints and i'm always excited to return read more

I said no cilantro three times you confirmed and I got this. It's ruined. I get to try to pick this stuff out now. Look. No one will even notice if you never buy cilantro again. Throw it in the garbage. Otherwise Great flood! Shop locally owned ! read more

El Coyote - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

El Coyote is the spot!!! I can not even begin to describe how amazing these tacos are. If you looking for some authentic Mexican street style tacos. Look no further. Imagine the gates of heaven...Now imagine the gates of heaven, and when they open the truck and all it's glory awaits you. Yes, I'm talking about the infamous El Coyote. These mouth watering tacos are what dreams are made of. Ohhh yes, they hit the spot every time. Three spices chorizo tacos and a chicken taco with a huge Fanta glassed bottle all for $7. I'll say it again Incase you thought the hype was just all talk. THIS PLACE IS THA FUCKING SPOT!! read more

El Coyote - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Best Mexican food in St. John's. My wife is from L.A and she confirms. Highly recommend trying everything on the menu because they are just quality all around read more

Best Mexican food in the area hands down, No need to try anywhere else just come here read more

Unfortunately the food was so good and eaten so fast that there is no time to take pictures. This is the second time I've been to this location and the food is absolutely amazing. read more

Love this place! It's the best Mexican food in Portland. The fish tacos are so delicious -- batter fried with a delicious crema slaw. Hard to find but worth the trip! read more

The fish tacos are sooooo goood!!!!!!!! The enchiladas are made with good tortillas!! Supppppppppppppppppppeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrr Goooooooooooooooood. read more

Great Mexican food! Quick too, usually only 10 minutes and I can go pick up my order. Love their avocado salsa.

I was at Karts on Lombard with a friend. I ended up getting some delicious food @Falafel House. My friend wanted to go some place close for Mexican food; we searched and noticed El Coyote was less then a 1/2 mile away. I called them to find out if they have sopes. The woman that answered the phone, told me they don't have sopes but they do have huaraches. My next question was ?if they make them fresh at the moment you order? She told me yes indeed they make them fresh at the time your order them. Just so I'm understood. I make a point to ask this question whenever I order sopes. Why? Because some Mexican food carts, and restaurants buy the sopes premade from a factory and I don't care for those ones at all. They tend to be very dry and tuff. Also, they almost always have to deep fry them just so they aren't dry and tuff. Which makes them crispy and full of oil and grease. I also asked her if they could heat or cook my huarache without deep frying; I heard her asking some body I assume was the cook, she relayed to me that yes they could heat up the hurache without deep frying.. Off we went to El Coyote. I got one Huarache vegan. My friend got chicken enchiladas plate. I was going to get a jaimica to drink but they were all out. My friend got a Mexican coca cola. On top of the Huarache were mashed up pinto beans lettuce, chopped tomatoes, chopped onion, and guacamole. It was very good. My friend enjoyed his Enchiladas. Are only complaint was the beans had to much salt. The guacamole color was lite. Which prompted me to ask if they use dairy, or mayonase. I was assured that their was no dairy. They offered 2 salsas red and green the red was ok. But I did get a roasted chilli. Which was a nice addition .50¢ It's $6 for the huarache. With no meat. It really should be about $4 or $5. Because it's not huge. However El Coyote is no different then all of the of places that offer sopes. This is a typical price. I know of one other place that charges $4.75 and their was one place now closed which charged $3 or $3.50. Its strictly street parking. So you may find your self circling around before finding a spot or the alternative, parking far away and walking Here's the thing if you get food here and you find you don't like it or if you happen to still be hungry. The Food Karts @ Lombard are literally a stone's throw away. I think you'll like El Coyote. read more

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Amazing service and love the family that has taken the time to make they're own food truck service for years now 5-stars definitely

I've had their veggie, asada, chicken & carnita tacos. No one else can compete to their perfect trio of meat, onion and cilantro!! The asada fries are the best I've ever had!! The portion is enough for two. The fries are seasoned so perfectly, I very highly recommend!!!! The chicken quesadilla taste slightly resembles Taco Bell, if you (oven) reheat it, it will taste even better somehow!! The breakfast burrito was enormous and cost under $7, it was the almost the exact size of my pc keyboard. Unfortunately, I had my breakfast burrito altered, I just wanted the potato/sausage/egg, minus the beans and sour cream, next time I will try it how it's meant to be sold. Last but not least, another favorite would be their guacamole burger.....it is impressive!! Very yummy and we order regularly!!! Very highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone!!!!! read more

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Great food they have a restaurant right by them and they still bring in way more customers WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND The fish tacos chicken tacos and the breakfast sausage burrito and they make there food fresh unlike alot of places read more

Probably the best taco shop in NoPo, possibly Portland itself. All I come here for are the tacos, and every time has been damn good. Coming from LA, it was a bit hard trying to find a solid spot but this is it. This is the place, go here and buy food, do it. read more

Best fish & shrimp tacos in PDX. Not the biggest fan of corn tortillas yet theirs are grilled so perfect it converted me.

Amazing. I'll eat everything on that menu and no one can stop me. Everything is delicious. Guacamole is fresh and delicious. Seasoned chips. Crispy shell tacos. Coyote sauce. My fav stop in Oregon coming from Cali read more

The Al Pastor and Chicken tacos are the best I've had in Portland and very affordable. I typically don't like chicken tacos, however, El Cayote boils the chicken so it's nice and juicy. If you try the chicken tacos I'd recommend getting the green sauce as it compliments it very well. read more

This gem was recommended to me by a St. John's local and I'm so glad I made the trip out here. They blew the nearby popular spot Santa Cruz OUT. OF. THE. WATER. I overheard from another customer telling others in his party that everything here is good, but I had to go for the tacos for my first spin. They come in a small and "regular/large" size. Not knowing what to expect, I opted for four small tacos: pastor, chorizo, asada, and pescado. I was pleasantly surprised that the "small" tacos are standard taco size for pretty much everywhere else and certainly bigger than tacos at Uno Mas. Each taco was a perfectly seasoned flavor bomb, and the meat was well cooked and a markedly higher quality than most taco trucks and taquerias. I would readily back this place for best tacos in Portland. read more

El Coyote - Taco time! Chorizo, pescado, pastor, and asada - Food Trucks Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My hunt for the best street tacos in Portland has ended with this little gem. I tried the carnitas and pastor and they were both excellent. Carnitas had great flavor and a good crisp without being dried out. The pastor was equally flavorful and moist. Tortillas were on point, not dried out or falling apart. Just the right amount of cilantro and onions to top them off. I also impulsively ordered chicken enchiladas and I'm glad I did. Lots of juicy flavor! I've had far too many dry, flavorless enchiladas in this city. Throw in some of their salsa verde for a delicious spicy kick! read more

Best Mexican food in north Portland hands down I'm so glad I found this place it's a jewel located right next to the overrated rose city Mexican food place. This place is blowing them out the water real quality food fresh and you can just taste the love best fish taco I ever had. read more