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    El TIjuanense

    3.8 (417 reviews)
    ModerateTacos
    Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Tacos Estilo Tijuana (choices of asada, adobada, birria...other choices include pollo, cabeza, or lengua +$0.50)
    Thu-Ha T.

    We normally place orders online or call in for pickup. I like the Tacos Estilo Tijuana (including the asada, adobada, and birria. Other options to choose from which I have not tried yet are the pollo, cabeza, or lengua +$0.50). The birria quesadilla is also really good and take the left over portions to work the next day. They give generous amounts of wrapped condiments: sliced radish, lemon or lime and choices of red or green sauce. Service is friendly.

    I.A R.

    Love the Tijuana-style tacos! I've been coming here very often because they are absolutely delicious. The place is always busy, and I usually have to wait in line, but it's definitely worth the wait! They give you plenty of sauces, limes, and radishes, and the service is always great. Highly recommend!

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    John H.

    Outstanding Carne Asada street tacos, very tasty and very well filled with meat, onions, cilantro and salsa. Some of the best Mexican chow the wife and I have had in ages. The only draw back was the nacho's, their chips do not hold up to all the yummy ingredients and soon become quite mushy. I'm thinking they're old or from a bag, not made in house on those tortilla chips. All in all we look forward to trying more of the menu, we hope you will investigate this place as well.

    QuesaTaco birria
    Emily L.

    This is my favorite taco spot! Tijuana style or regular--both are great. I always end up ordering way too much Honestly, their birria is the best. Whatever you order from the menu, get the birria and a consomé on the side. The only downside is they don't have restrooms.

    Nice lunch for under $10
    Michael Aaron N.

    They get a 5 for FLAVOR. Go! Go! Go! Go! You must go here to try their Tijuana style tacos or their amazing birria quesataco. FYI- "Tijuana style" means all the additional toppings and guacamole added. The flavors here are exactly like Tijuana and prices are very kind to the wallet. They are some of the best tacos I've had in SFV, and their birria and steak are well flavored dripping with moisture. Thank you El Tijuanense!!!!

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    Te-see B.

    I have been to the Woodley location several times but never to this one. It happened to be "Taco Tuesday" and this girl was craving tacos. There was already a line at 5:00pm but it seemed to be moving quickly. They had a special for "TT" so I ordered 2 Queso Birria tacos, 2 Chicken Tacos and a side of rice/beans to go. (I would not want to sit and eat at this location...ZERO ambiance and not a lot of seats). The staff was very friendly and because I paid with cash they offer a slight discount. I waited maybe 10 minutes until they called my number and then I was out the door. When I got home 30 minutes later, my tacos were still warm. I loved the Birria...Yes, a bit greasy but most Birria Tacos are...I ate 2 of the Birria, 1 chicken taco (also good), and some rice & beans...I was full! I would go back again but I think I would try something else. No prices were posted on the main menu which I found annoying but not gonna stop me from going back. *Plenty of parking in the lot

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    Vijay C.

    I still remember when this place was basically a wanna-be Panda Express. It changed over to this and only now did I have a chance to check it out. The menu isn't large but has all you need. It's nice inside, service is friendly and quick and you pick up your order in a window. I got a carne asada burrito and came out to $14.66 after tax - note there is a credit card charge so it'd have been cheaper if you used cash. Wife got 3 burritos and chips and beans on the side. She forgot to ask for chips, so make sure to do that if you want that as well.

    Marshay D.

    Ok I came here since I heard a lot of hype!! So overall the food was decent...3/5 for me! I ordered the queso taco and I felt it could have had a tad bit more seasoning and less grease. It wasn't too bad but not really what I thought it will taste like. However, maybe I should have tried the street tacos, something simple and what they are popular. But the service was good and fast! It's small inside but enough seats. They do have many food options to choose from and they have menudo on Saturday and Sundays. I will come back here to try something different. My rating may be different!! -Marshay D.

    Where's my guacamole!!!!
    M R.

    They ALWAYS mess up my take out order. I drive away and I'm home now. Check your food every time!!!! Warning!!!!! They mess up ALWAYS!!!!

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    CritDicks ..

    We were brought here by our LA local family. They said, "there really is no good Baja style take out here in LA". I think I should've got a burger from next door at Bob's. Ok, but not my findings of a good Baja Mexican take out. Seems the further away from the TJ boarder you go, the more distant I feel from the So Cal Baja Marxian flavors and textures. Very mediocre CaliMex interpretation. I've had much better from a far lesser known establishment; even with the beans and rice that filled the Carne Asada burrito. The plain cheese quesadilla (and yes, I had to repeat "cheese only") was made with the most flavorless white cheese ever (I'm guessing Jack cheese was used). And just who puts protein in a quesadilla??? Very unsatisfying after an evening of drinking. CritDicks

    Elika Z.

    This place is one of my mom's favorites! It was recommended by a friend and since then I couldn't stop. Anything on their menu is hands down so good. I always get the asada tacos or burritos with everything. Warning-- they do add a spicy salsa so you can ask them for non-spicy as well. Highly recommend! Service is fast and all the staff is so nice. They always give you big portions!

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    Adonis M.

    Tacos el Tijuanense is always a great spot to go to! They get real busy, but their service is always fast. I also appreciate it that you can order online so I am not waiting or hoping I get there before a crowd. If you catch a crowd there is plenty of seating and the inside is designed to look like your food is coming from a food truck which is very creative, at least by the low tables. I am not a huge fan of Tijuana style tacos, but the ones you get here are good. If I am ordering from here, I am always getting a Torta or a Burrito. The asada burrito is magnificent and the business always adds a generous portion of meat! What keeps me coming back is the charred flavor you get from the asada. Plus the Al Pastor is always very flavorful. The torta itself is also amazing, however, the bun is too soft for me, I'd prefer a bit of a crunch on the exterior. Yet, still a good option. Both salsas are delicious! The green salsa is more acidic, but smooth, and the red salsa is my favorite offering some level of heat. You definitely can't go wrong with stopping by.

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    Chris C.

    I have lived in Southern California my entire life, so to say I have had a few tacos would be an understatement. This place has some of the best food around. Their street tacos are absolutely the best. The beef is chopped into tiny pieces and grilled to perfection with the edges charred, just the way I like it. Fresh, fast and delicious. The restaurant is clean and the people are friendly. Highly recommend

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    Came for the tacos and return for the consommé specifically. Big spoon and a wide bowl and it's the best take out Mexican

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    Soda Machine is always down, Service is horrible and cashier is now down! How do you guys expect to run a business like this

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    Ask the Community - El TIjuanense

    Is the guac extra or included like typical TJ style tacos?

    Everything is extra.

    Do they have keto tacos with a cheese shell?

    No they don't.

    What's the location?

    Van Nuys (food truck) and Northridge

    Do you offer taco Tuesday specials?

    No specials listed

    Any vegetarian options?

    Yes. Nachos and quesadillas if you can eat cheese. It's not on the menu but I'm sure you can order a rice & bean burrito.

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    We came to Sonoratown around 11:30AM on a Saturday for basically a brunch. I had always heard about…read moretheir burrito and love a good flour tortilla so I was excited to give it a try. The menu is simple but seemingly well thought out. Prices were good for LA. I ordered a carne asada burrito 2.0 and a medium cucumber lime agua Fresca for less than $20 total. At the time we came in, the restaurant was virtually empty, which was a relief because this location is quite small. Food came out quick, and someone brought it out to where we were sitting. It comes with some radish, a grilled green onion, a lime, and two of their salsas (a salsa verde and what I believe is their chiltepin salsa). Right away, you can tell the quality of the tortilla from the feel and the slightly translucent look of it. Upon giving it a taste, I'd say it lived up to the hype. The tortilla was flavorful and chewy, and the meat inside had a fresh smoky flavor from the grill. While I prefer refried beans in a burrito, I could tell the beans were cooked well too. Altogether, I have no complaints. Is it a life changing burrito like some make it out to be? Maybe not. To me, it tasted like a few very well executed ingredients put together rather than a transformative dish. But for the price, I think it's very impressive. You just don't get a tortilla like that anywhere. The agua Fresca was very good too, and with prices of aguas frescas pushing $12+ at some places, this felt like a great deal. I would say I recommend the pepino limon over the coconut horchata, which was just a bit bland.

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    Angel's Tijuana Tacos

    4.3(324 reviews)
    21.1 mi•Echo Park
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    Hands down, the best tacos I've ever had. The meat was incredibly tender, flavorful, and perfectly…read morecomplemented by fresh, authentic toppings. As a native New Yorker, this place reminded me why I fell in love with Mexican food in the first place. Every bite was packed with flavor, and the quality really stands out. Huge thanks to Angels for raising the bar so high--you've officially turned me into a taco snob! BB

    Delicious and authentic Mexican food and tacos at this street spot! Among some of the best and a…read moregood stop for visitors in LA! I came here for dinner on a week night and my experience here was pretty good. I had the asada and al pastor tacos with all the toppings and they were both so good and full of meat and heat. The toppings can be spicy for some, so be warned. My favorite of the two was the all pastor which was flavorful and I did like the thinly shaved meat. It was not dry at all and was fresh. I also tried the mulita with al pastor meat and that was also soso good. Cheesy, meaty, and indulgent. The additional topping section had good variety with pickled onions, cucumbers, etc. and everything seemed pretty fresh. Unfortunately, they were pretty much out of the roasted pepper and grilled onions at the time I went. To drink, I had the horchata and that was also very delicious. It was huge, sweet, and creamy. I also loved how it was not grainy at all. A good pairing with the rich foods. They also have a good amount of seating at the stand with a long table and multiple chairs. Parking is tricky since its street parking only.

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    Angel's Tijuana Tacos - $12 and can feed a small family. Best when it's hot. Good but I found several pieces of gristle. I really hate when that happens.

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    22.9 mi•Historic South Central
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    I think this place is called Tacos Los Poblanos #1 Estilo Tijuana on Google Maps. First off, tacos…read morehere are the BOMB. Tortilla is freshly made, meat is always fresh. I love the Cabeza tortilla and 3 is the perfect number of tacos for me as they are pretty generous with the meat and avocado sauce. Been here twice and both times because we were going to a show at the Forum which is just a short drive away. It gets pretty busy around dinner time so expect a long wait as the line moves pretty slowly (everything is made/ cooked fresh!)... but the wait is 100% worth it. Just make sure you order enough the first time so you dont have to wait in line again. There is some parking but it gets pretty crowded too so you might have to street park (and the area around can get a little sketch) so be careful. The second time we came here was almost 1130pm right before their midnight closing. This time, the parking lot was emptier so we managed to park inside. There was still a pretty steady stream of customers even around closing, but at least the line isn't ridiculously long. Can't go wrong with anything you order here!

    The famous tire shop taqueria…read more After being told to come here by multiple friends, we finally made our way to West LA to try these and they were so good! I got the carne asada tacos, al pastor tacos, and a mulitas. My favorite was definitely the mulitas because I love cheese! They are known for their carne asada, but I actually preferred their al pastor because it was so juicy.

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    Amazing tacos in the parking lot stand thanks to my LA local friend for bringing us. This was my…read moresecond time going and I was heart broken to find out that they had run out of suadero. Nonetheless, the pastor was still amazing and it's great that they add copious amounts of meat on there. The various toppings and hot sauces are also very delicious, albeit the light orange mayo looking sauce is SPICY and unassuming...beware! Light green avocado looking sauce definitely saved my life. My friend also got a burrito and I heated it up the next day to enjoy and it still tasted awesome. My review might be slightly skewed as Mexican food is depressing up in Canada so any semblance of authentic Mexican food gets me going. I will have to return to LA soon...just for the tacos here.

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    This place is amazing!! The prices are really reasonable, and the tortillas are delicious. The red…read moresalsa is very spicy, and the green one is the best. I get the quesadilla with the salsas on the side instead of in it! Chicken is not dry and very well seasoned. Steak is also not dry and delicious too. Service is very fast and friendly! Searing inside or outside too. Very clean and also a small parking lot!

    I tried the Burrito 2.0 from here and it was decent, but overhyped in my opinion…read more What I liked the most about this dish was the tortilla. You can tell that it's house made and I liked the chewy texture of it. However, respectfully the filling felt and tasted like bean goo. I could only really taste the refried bean flavor which was strong. It kind of meshed all the components together into a gooey filling. I got this with asada meat and the meat was kind of chewy and not so flavorful on its own. Props to the tortilla though for not spilling everything out and holding it together well, but still a bit difficult to eat. I would ask for utensils when eating this dish. The green onion garnish was unique. I wish they gave more lime wedges because that helped elevate the dish. For $13 this wasn't too bad, but I'd rather get a better burrito from a street vendor. This is a casual eats type of place with both indoor and outdoor seating and tables. They also serve alcohol and even frozen alcoholic drinks. They have a free parking lot in front, but it can be competitive to get a spot. Overall, my experience here was just okay and I would opt for other spots.

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    Sonoratown - Bean and cheese burrito on the left and Lorenzo on the right.

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