Casual, quality and good price. I love the Cabeza. It's delicious and other places don't trim the fat.. this place does! I love stopping for lunch here when I'm out running errands however . The shopping center parking can be jammed because they are doing construction on the street. I came here today at 12 when they were so busy. They charge a dollar fee for credit and debit so use cash if you can. read more

El Taco Llama - Cabeza wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

My favorite spot. Gorditas asada is my top go to. Everything is else just as good. never lets me down. read more

El Taco Llama - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Tonight, we wanted to eat good Mexican food and as if to answer our request, we drove out to c what we could c. As we drove through the rain, we passed many restaurants. So we finally found parking and decided to walk around. We came across this hole-in-the-wall. El Taco Llama. The seating is cramped. It's no cleaner or dirtier than many comparable establishments. But what we ordered was very very good. I had THE COCIDO. It was hot tasty and satisfyingly. My wife had a combination plate with Buche, which she ate all up although she said the Buche was not as tender as it should've been. My cocido meat was very tender. I posted some fotos and two short videos. Check them out. Five Stars are gran read more

El Taco Llama - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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price is good for the food but chicken needs more seasoning. overall good service and prices

Food is always good. I come here all the time with my boyfriend. It's our to go Mexican spot. Today I tried the Torta de asada for the first time and it was delicious!! It did not disappoint, the bread was not soggy and the asada was so flavorful. read more

El Taco Llama - Torta de asada - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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For the longest time the same owner from 1996 have always delivered on nothing but deliciousness and amazing food can't complain always love eating here and will forever remain as my everyday spot the weekend nights are the best to be here to catch the pastor read more

El Taco Llama - Al Pastor - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

I've been coming to this location for 24 years. I had and came to visit after 6 years. Flavor was exactly how I remember it. Delicious! Fresh! This place has never let me down. Hands down best place in the valley. Owners are always polite and it's always clean. read more

El Taco Llama - Carne asada nachos. - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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Do not be fooled by the dark commercial strip mall, these tacos are LEGIT AF! The carne asada meat is tender, the alpastor is flavorful, and the carnitas are juicy! The Mexican food is on par with Salsa & Beer and its better than any taco truck/restaurant I've tried. The salsa bar is fresh and replenished often. It gets busy on Friday/Saturday nights, so please don't expect to sit down in their booths. I recommend ordering to go! read more

You can't ever go wrong with a burrito or tacos here. The horchata is good and they are so fast. You get your food right away every when they are busy. One of my go to spots for lunch. read more

This is by far my favorite taco place that I have been to. The street tacos are about as authentic as they come and really really cheap! This is the place you want to go when you are craving home cooked Mexican food. I can not stress enough about these soft tacos. The carne asada that they use is so juicy and flavorful and cooked on a grill top and made crispy. The salsa is fresh, spicy and delicious. Do not be put off by the look of the place, its a hole in the wall but thats what makes it so unique! If you are in the valley and craving tacos you must try this place! read more

El Taco Llama - Taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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I like coming to this taco llama also, food is delicious. The carne Asada and Alpastor are sooo good The staff are always nice and friendly and i enjoy eating my tacos with their red salsa. They have a big menu even Cali fries amazing!! read more

We found two bugs in our food, they looked like small cockroaches. It grosses me out to know that we used to order from here a lot before finding out how unsanitary this place is. read more

Good I'd do good, tasty . Good service and clean. Ordered chilaquilas, with salsa verde, rice is tasty.

Best Mexican on the block maybe even all of Van Nuys. I get the gorditas asada! So dank! Great customer service! Also a must the large horchata! Hits the spot everytime. Love this place. Ty read more

El Taco Llama - Al pastor outdoor style. - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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Didn't give me what I ordered and when I asked if something came on the food they said no yet I got my food with what I didn't want . They are nice but doesn't seem like they know there menu to well . And they don't prep order to what is asked read more

I ordered the burrito mojado de carne Asada. It has avocado outside, but when I asked them to put it inside, they said of course! I also added sour cream inside! Oooohhh my goodness!! The burrito is by far the best I have ever had. The sauce is so good. The gentleman was very careful with the packaging to make sure it didn't leak. I appreciate that. The parking is a little challenging, but so worth it. read more

El Taco Llama - Carne asada Wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Man, I can never get enough of this place. It's a hole in the wall but they serve up some freaking delicious mexican food. Al pastor is the way to go. I was totally craving mexican food yesterday and this place definitely hit the spot. We ordered 1 al pastor quesadilla and 5 al pastor tacos. They have a self serve bar where I totally went nuts on the super spicy salsa. I can eat spicy, but this stuff gives spicy a whole new meaning. My mouth was on fire but I just kept dipping my food in it. Tacos with some cilantro, onions, lime and tons of salsa was so yummy. I couldn't stop eating. The quesadilla was pretty big. Extremely cheesy, oily and just delicious. They give plenty of juicy, tender meat, some tomatoes, guacamole, lettuce and chips on the side. read more

El Taco Llama - El pastor taco - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

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This place has been around for about 29 years in the same location, so they must be doing something right. I have been coming here myself for over 20 years as I used to work right next door to this restaurant. Their food has not changed a bit, still great red salsa, meat is always fresh, beans are delicious and the rice good. I have eaten their Tortas, Burritos, Tacos, Gorditas, Beef Soup Etc. Etc. Etc. and everythinh I have ever had here has been great. Never have I had a bad meal for either Lunch or a Quick Dinner. There are many locations under the same name and quite honestly this is by far the best location, I have eaten in other locations and even though the bame is the same the quality of taste is different. Even in a simple taco or burrito, believe it or not. If you are ever around here pay a visit to them, if you are looking for a decent quick bit. I'm sure you won't be disappointed as I never have been. read more

El Taco Llama - Great Burritos And Tortas - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Ordered a carne asada burrito and the meat was old and the burrito disgusted me after that. Not the cleanest place.

I make a point to come here EVERYTIME I am in the area because the flavor and the service can't be beat! I always make sure to get the al pastor and asada tacos, and after recently trying the lengua they will be part of my regular order. Thanks so much for the delicious foods and keeping everyone safe and fed!! read more

El Taco Llama - My favorite view before I eat!! - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

I went today and placed my order I was in lunch and only have 30min I was given my order I called to ask about my drink she got mad at me and just hung up great customer service right read more

Fast service and good carne asada burrito early in the morning. Salsa was flavorful though not very spicy. Chips were made fresh but not very good. read more

I've been coming to this little Mexican food place since I was a child. The food is great and the staff is friendly. It's not in a good area but I promise you won't be disappointed read more

Excellent food, excellent service! Tacos are $1.25 and they give you a little side of chips with beans for free. I was told this place has been here for 17 years. I will be back. read more

El Taco Llama - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Hello, old friend. It's been a while hasn't it? I'd say it's been about 10 years or so since I last tried your regular carne asada burrito. Since then, I've tried a number of other burritos. As much as I love San Francisco, their burritos have nothing on SoCal burritos, which I found out during my college years. Oh, how I have missed you. That first bite; nostalgic. As I kept eating my stomach began to fill up and soon I was too stuffed. But I couldn't stop. You were just too delicious to put down. Then you were gone, but my tummy was full and regardless of knowingly giving myself indigestion, I was happy. Anyways, El Taco Llama probably has my favorite tasting burrito ever. Yes, this place is rated a B...but seriously...who cares? I've never gotten sick from their burritos so that should ease your mind. Maybe it's because my first burrito was from here and it has always stuck with me or....it's just that good. read more

This place looks really ghetto buttt Their al pastor tacos every Friday Saturday and Sunday after 6pm are the bombest tacos ever! I don't know about the restt of the food but the al pastor is super bomb and freshly made and cooked in front of you on a shawerma style thing that spins as it cooks. A must try! read more

El Taco Llama - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Hands down, they make the best burritos, tacos and Fortas I've ever tried. I've been coming here since I was a little girl. I am really find of their al pastor burritos and tacos. Honestly, I could eat their food anytime without any qualms. The restaurant itself is such a tiny place that it doesn't even have a bathroom! It's small and a little cramped, so it's best to order ahead and pick up to go. Awesome food. Awesome meats. Great pricing. I'm in! read more

El Taco Llama - Al pastor quesadilla, taco, rice, beans and salad. - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California

Tacos are $1.36 each This restaurant sure is ghetto looking. It's located in Van Nuys Blvd. in a small shopping center. Parking can be a big issue during peak time. Walked in and noticed how dirty the floors and tables were. Definitely makes you think twice about eating here. Not to mention that the salsa bar is right next to the door where car fumes can flow inside and on the salsa. I don't know if I would come back here unless I'm jonesing for tacos. So I ordered tripas, cabeza & lengua. It took about 10-15 minutes for them to prepare my tacos. I think the meat might have been sitting so long that they needed to heat it back up again. I did notice that the tripas took a while to prepare. When I took a bite of it, I knew why. They cooked it on the flattop until it had a crisp to it. It kind of reminded me of pork skin. It had a nice taste and crunch to it. Definitely different from what I am used to eating. Most other places make it on the soft side. The cabeza and lengua was just ok. It lacked flavor, but it was very tender. One thing I liked about this place is that they load up your tacos with a lot of meat. I sure don't mind paying $1.36 for them. read more

When it comes to Mexican Food! This is the place dude! I finally got a chance to order my favorite " Gordita de carne Asada". Hell yah is Good! I drove an hour just to get it. eSP when you ad dthe super spicy sauce, I was like " Thank you Lord!"...lol So, I grab another one to go! gotta have it! read more

Excellent Mexican. Ive had the fish and buche tacos, so good. Today I stopped by for breakfast. $5 for a huge plate of eggs, chorizo, beans, guac, & chips. So goddamn good. read more

I came here the other night and grabbed the chicken enchiladas combo, very delicious I'll be back today to see what else they have on the menu i could try read more

I absolutely LOVE this place!!! They have the best tacos de tripas anywhere. Everything here is delicious, but the tripas and pastor are the best I've ever tasted. I really like how on weekend nights they have the taco guy and tables outside, specially in the summer. It gives the place a really chill, laid back feel. The staff is super nice too, I always like talking to the taco guy outside, he's so funny :D Don't be intimidated by the parking, people are always coming and going. If anything, just park at the 7-11 at the corner and walk there lol Seriously delicious food and friendly service :) read more

Outside the place is a little sketchy and very limited parking. The food is so good I wouldn't even take a star off for that. Everything is amazing, especially the beans and tacos! read more

Great tasting carne asada burrito Nasty jalapeno bar Not the cleanest restaurant but who cares if their food is prepared cleanly. My biggest disappointment was the unfriendly cashier and the nasty salsa/jalapeno bar. I wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole if I were you. Order the burrito and you won't be disappointed. read more

The tacos are bomb but the bruitto is a bit gross at times.I could tell when I bite in the bruitto they serve the old meat they made days ago. read more

So disappointing, they only get 2 stars because the 2 people working were nice, but the food was honestly the worst $26 I've ever spent at a Mexican restaurant. read more

Great quality tacos, friendly older guy at counter, cheap prices. two chicken tacos delicious. Salsa lit mouth on fire, not sure if it was the red or green from the bar, but was tasty! read more

Place is great quick and easy specially if your hungry or work close by.. they do accept debit and credit cards here which is very convenient!! read more

My family has been coming here for as long as I can remember. It's a great little spot for burritos and tacos as well has lots of other options. Prices are food and have remained consistent. The parking situation is a little tough because its located in a small shopping center but overall it's a winner. read more

Friendly employees. Clean inside. Good food. I have only had tacos but they were very good. Only negative thing is that they charge 75 cents if you use debit card. Looking forward to trying other menu items. My tacos were stuffed w meat. They were not stingy. read more

El Taco Llama - Interior wall. - Mexican Near Me - Van Nuys, California