First time here and my experience was overall positive; would give overall a 4.5/5. Despite what…read moreother reviewers said about there always being a line, I was fortunate that there was no line when I came on a Saturday afternoon. The staff were all friendly (from the person who took my order to the person who handed me the order) and my order came out correctly. There's enough seating inside, but me warned that they have no restrooms for customer use (not sure if that's even legal). Anyway, onto the food... 1. Regular Taco (4/5) Going to any taco establishment, it's a must to try their original taco. I got it with carne asada. The tortilla is corn-based and it comes with onions, cilantro, fresh tomato salsa. Overall, not a bad taco, just not the best, best. The overall flavor profile was pretty solid though - you get the beefy flavor from the shredded beef, the refreshing-ness of the cilantro, salsa and freshly squeezed lemon juice. 2. Birria Tacos (5/5) Corn tortilla lightly fried in birria broth; this version is between the regular taco and the dorados. It gets soggy quickly from the juicy, flavor-packed broth, so eat this first and fasssttt! The beef was flavorful and tender. Onions and cilantro were fresh. It not only looked good, it tasted great! 3. Dorados (5/5) This is their "crunchy" taco, which I got with shredded beef (default, but can change to other protein options). That crunchy shell was just sooo satisfying with each bite. Flavor wise, it's pretty similar to the Birria taco described above. I love the fresh radish slices they offer on the side. It's crunchy and a nice palate cleanser in between each taco.

The flavor of the burrito was really good, and I was excited to try it. Unfortunately, almost every…read moreother bite of the carne asada was nothing but fat and gristle. I ended up having to pick it apart, and eventually it became too unpleasant to eat, so I couldn't even finish it. It's disappointing because the seasoning and flavor were there, but the quality of the meat completely ruined the experience. I hope this was just an off day, because with better-quality carne asada, this could have been a great burrito.

Oh Conchita's, you have my heart! Came to say "see you…read morelater," not goodbye I can't wait to be back in the area. Tacos? Absolutely next-level. My favorites: buche and carnitas. That green salsa is hands-down the best, and those fresh tortillas? Simply perfect. Every. Single. Time. If you're near this spot, do yourself a favor DONT MISS IT!

I'm not sure about this spot and how it has 5 stars. We tried it because it was highly recommended…read moreby someone who lives nearby. The burritos are filled generously but the meat flavors were so bland and dry, especially the suadero! (Tried the carne asada, suadero, and al pastor). The corn tortillas and spicy avocado salsa were good. They also don't post prices and I suspect I paid gringo prices for not being a Spanish speaker. If not, the cost is insane for a street stand. It costs as much as a restaurant. $65 for 2 burritos, 1 quesadilla, 2 tacos. Won't be back. Also, if you don't want to pay a $2 fee to use Zelle/ Venmo/ credit card, make sure you bring cash!

Was on campus and noticed a Tacos 1986 location nearby, so we decided to stop by! This location…read moreonly has outdoor, covered patio seating. Unfortunately, when we visited, the bathroom wasn't available (possibly because it was broken?), which was a bit inconvenient. Service is quick. I got the adobada (pork al pastor) taco and the asada perron, along with a jamaica agua fresca, which was super refreshing. I also appreciated that they offered cups of ice for our agua frescas! You can really tell that their tortillas are fresh and handmade, which made a big difference. They also have a parking lot on-site, which is convenient.

It wasn't busy so I assume that's why the food came out fast maybe 5-7 minutes…read more Salsa is fire Asada was good but the chicken is better. I'm a chicken girly. Rice was good. Beans were good maybe IN MY OPINION needed to be cooked a few minutes longer. I wish they had sour cream for my beans and rice lol My soda, Pibb was not too Pibby lol, something was off but still good and enjoyable. Nice workers, good customer service. Clean area too.

Hands down this has to be my favorite spot to get an al pastor tacos/burritos. My mom and I have…read morebeen coming here for quite some time. Honestly nothing has truly compared to the pastor here, and that is the main reason why we find ourselves coming back. Truly, if you're reading this you should check this place out and give it a try.

came in feeling a burrito that wasn't chain thought i'd come to my favorite carne asada fries…read moreplace! one they blast music you cant even order with how loud they blast the music they charge 75 cents for card usage. a burrito with a drink is 20 dollars when you order the cashier cant hear you and doesnt confirm orders just assumes when confronted gave me an attitude! used to love this place but obviously they don't know what they doing. burrito was really dry can get way better else where!

This place really gives you that "mi casa es tu casa" feeling because the food tastes just like…read morehomemade cooking. The only thing I would recommend is homemade tortillas, other than that food is delicious ! Honestly, you can't beat this place. Highly recommend!

Solid Mexican eatery in a very nondescript building in Northridge, Tierra Caliente brings a lot of…read morefire with some tasty food and beverages. Don't let the exterior of the building deter you from checking out this hidden gem. Once you enter, you are greeted by an incredibly friendly staff and some authentic Mexican decor. The menu is stacked with a lot of traditional staples. The food overall is simply tasty and the portion sizes are large. Prices are very reasonable for the amount and quality of food and drink. A special note is the chile relleno, any burrito, and the molcajete, which is filled with incredible chicken, steak, shrimp, cactus, cheese, and wonderfully-spiced vegetables that is perfect to share. The spices and flavor are on point and delicious. Fun atmosphere is perfect for couples and families, and a bar with a big screen TV has the latest live sporting events for those patrons. Plenty of parking in a retail lot and the restrooms are clean and well-stocked. Tierra Caliente is bringing the very best of Mexican cuisine in the area and Northridge is at the epicenter of this fire. Check them out!

I've been here twice now and ordered the burrito with pastor - it is truly unreal!!!! One of the…read morebest burritos I've had. Such an unpretentious spot. Loved the red salsa too - can't wait to come back :)

In a city where Mexican food is probably the primary dining option; one might think that it is all…read morethe same: that a taco here is the same as a taco there. This line of thinking is completely false as each region and state in Mexico has distinct flavors, cultural preparations and unique ingredients. Luckily in the City of Angels; we have access to all of these styles whereas everyone can pick and choose their favorite! I was in the North Hills/Mission Hills area and decided Mexican was going to be the meal of the day - and thanks to the trusty Yelp app: Tacos al Tijuanense was the winner to satisfy my hunger pang. If you are a longtime LA resident or born-and-raised within the city limits and can swear to Tacos al Tijuanense sounding familiar/remembering that it was a food truck... Then your memory doesn't deceive you. Tacos al Tijuanense birthed as a food truck in 1987 quickly gaining popularity for its smoked meats and Tijuana-inspired flavors serving tacos, vampiros, quesadillas, birria tacos, etc; loaded with fresh toppings and offering a variety of meats for the protein selection. The LA love for Tacos al Tijuanense caused such popularity that the food truck expanded into brick-and-mortar locations with several now spread throughout the city. The North Hills location of Tacos al Tijuanense holds real estate near the Woodly/Nordhoff intersection in a small strip plaza shopping center that seems half sleepy and half eyebrow-raising. But, as most of us know, the hidden gems are usual the best spots so don't be deterred by such businesses like the sketchy massage parlor next door. In fact, diners will be pleasantly surprised when crossing the threshold of the entrance to find an airy interior with high ceilings, natural light, wooden accents and the combination of a trendy- almost gastropub sticking to the food truck theme (there is even a food truck motif behind the order counter) that feels like a party. Tacos al Tijuanense is not what you would expect from the outside! Tacos al Tijuanense is fast-casual meaning you order behind the counter and take a number to the table of your choice. After browsing the menu, my boyfriend chose a Quesadilla (13" tortilla filled with protein of your choice, jack cheese, cilantro and salsa with my boyfriend picking chicken - $13) and a Vampiro (toasted corn tortilla layered with jack cheese, choice of meat, onions, cilantro and salsa with al pastor - $3). For my order, I also went with a Vampiro but with chicken while also ordering Nachos to share with carne asada. When our plates arrived, we were surprised to see the size of the portions. Everything at Tacos al Tijuanense is large and in charge and they most certainly do not skimp! The fillings are overflowing with bright, fresh ingredients, toppings are numerous and the size overall makes everything shareable. My Vampiro was crisp with delicious guacamole that added a refreshing element and tender, tasty chicken. My favorite was my boyfriend's Quesadilla which was gooey, warm and perfect. You can't go wrong with a quesadilla! But we have to talk about the nachos because these nachos are HUGE! This is party size and could generously feed three people. The carne asada was heavenly and the chips tasted homemade. The only slightly "meh" factor was that the cheese atop the nachos was canned cheese and we would have preferred melted shredded cheese. This wouldn't have been such an issue had the canned cheese been in a rational amount but it seemed like a Costco-sized can poured onto these chips! These nachos were hidden under cheese glop! Regardless, they were still delicious. Tacos al Tijuanense holds true to its almost 40-year-old fame with affordable prices, delicious food, large portions giving you a bang for your buck and a surprisingly inviting ambiance. Tacos al Tijuanense is definitely recommended and the North Hills location is much recommended despite its odd plaza placement.

Food is amazing! Customer service was great Danny holding it down ! Go to spot…read more Surf & Turf burrito is a must try !

Def recommend this place! their food is amazing and 10/10 customer service! I've been here a couple…read moreof times and it's def worth it.

Okay I haven't been here in about 2 years but I just moved back to the valley and can't wait to go…read moreback here. The service is pretty fast and convenient. To be honest this spot came through so many times after a night of too many drinks and needing something to come back to life. Their tacos de burrito are so good and the tortilla is kind of fried, sirven bien doraditos los tacos, so they don't fall apart when you dip them in the consomé (broth). What I used to do was get a few tacos and a larger order of consomé and then use that broth to make ramen with and omg, so good! lol it was the gift that kept on giving. Can't wait to go back. They usually have tables as well so you're able to enjoy your meal while it's hot and go on your way.

Popped by to support a woman-owned biz for Women's History Month! I ordered three tacos - pastor,…read moreasada and birria with all the fixings! The pastor wasn't my favorite but the asada was solid. My absolute favorite was the birria! The consume was outstanding. I drank everything that was left over after dipping my taco into it. I ordered online and my food was ready FAST! The person who handed me my order was super friendly. I was happy to see they included lots of salsa on the side with my order. There was plenty of parking when I came by to pick up my order so the whole process was seamless. I would definitely order from here again in the future especially if I am craving birria tacos!

This place is cool! sweet wholesome family is running it. They made an effort to make sure I was…read morebeing taken care of last time I went and that goes along way. They have a good taco Tuesday special. I might go today!

I got a wet carne asada burrito with a "medium" coke. Got to say, not particularly freat. The…read moreburrito was uninspired and the drink was a child's cup but about $5... The inside was odd but not bad. Apparently they sell protein drinks or something like that as a parallel side business? Might as well, I guess. Not authentic. Over priced. Don't.

My boyfriend and I visited this Finney's a few days ago and we were greeted by the manager and she…read morewas so nice and quick to get us a table we were instantly greeted by our server and she was so kind she filled our waters every time they were low and she picked up on the fact that we weren't in the mood for conversation and just did what she needed to do very well. This location is the best location out of all the ones I've been to.

Met some friends who live in the area and highly recommended this place. We were soo satisfied with…read moretheir friendly service and amazing food! We started with a round of Ahi Tuna Toatadas and I had to have a second order! The tostadas are completely covered with the most deliciously marinated Ahi Tuna and are completely mouth watering! We also started with their Watermelon Hibiscus Margarita and regular Margaritas. Perfect for sitting on the pet friendly patio. We also tried their Oaxacan Old Fashioned that came smoked, always a treat. We had their Chopped Salad with Salmon, the most amazing Shrimp Fajitas, Suizias Chicken Enchiladas and their Carne Asada Plate. ALL were top notch and cooked/seasoned to perfection!