Came across this spot when looking for lunch options after a hike in the area and definitely got drawn in by the photos on Yelp! Plus, I've never had Jamaican x Mexican tacos so great chance to try something new! They have outdoor seating on their patio but you could easily take this to the beach and enjoy it for an easy picnic. I ordered two tacos: -- Al Pastor: reeeally flavorful and tender. It didn't taste like the traditional al pastor tacos you'd get at other places. Felt a bit like a fusion of Al Pastor and Carnitas. -- Jamaican Jerk Chicken: good flavor but a little bit dry. Definitely needed the extra salsa to bring it back to the right moisture/texture. -- Chips and Salsa (came with the order): SO GOOD! simple yet tasty - I wish more came with my order! Overall, definitely worth trying if you're looking to switch things up. read more

Rasta Taco - Jamaican Jerk Chicken Taco & Al Pastor Taco - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Do yourself a favor and walk up to this window for a breakfast burrito! Perfect after a beach walk. We got the chorizo bacon burrito - great flavor mix. Happily split it with my man - I think a full one would have sent me into a morning food coma. Also the fresh tortilla chips are delish - worth the calories. read more

Rasta Taco - Bacon and chorizo burrito - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I really love Rasta Taco! The food is always incredibly fresh and flavorful. Usually, 2 tacos are more than enough for me. Service is standard for a taco stand and they have plenty of outdoor seating. Small lot, but it's Laguna Beach, I'm almost surprised they even have a small lot. I will always say yes for some Rasta Tacos! read more

This place was such a great little find. Seriously one of the best tacos. The hot sauce was super hot but so flavorful. I'm only giving it 4 stars because there is no bathroom. They tell you to walk to Whole Foods which understandably is for their customers only and you need a code to access the restroom. A little warning anywhere on their website would be great. The patio area is clean and has a few tables. I would highly recommend getting takeout from here. Update: I don't appreciate the owner of this business negotiating for a higher ranking after I immediately posted my review. I even recommended grabbing takeout. If you serve food and there is no access for your customers to wash their hands, it's an issue. Not that hand sanitizer is the same thing as washing your hands, but that wasn't available either at the time we ate here. Whole Foods was not at all accommodating to Rasta Taco customers, at least not this one without becoming a customer of theirs in order to access their restroom. As someone who travels frequently, I have never had this issue. I simply wanted to point this out. read more

Rasta Taco - Vegan One Love Taco w added Avocado - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

We've lived in Laguna for 6 years and tried this place yesterday for the first time. I always noticed it but just wrote it off as another taco joint. What a mistake! Got the Al pastor bowl and I have to say it was the best bowl I've ever had. Absolutely delicious. Killer mix of veggies, rice, beans and meat. So much flavor! I will be back 100%. Staff was super friendly and attentive, too. read more

Rasta Taco - Al Pastor Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I ate there with the family yesterday and it was so good! we had the chicken tacos and asada tacos. The chips and salsa were really good too. The kids even commented on how good the food was. read more

Amazing taco place in Laguna beach! I love how they have options for flour, corn, or even lettuce! The chips that come with all the tacos are delish and I was in love with the salsa. All in all it was awesome little taco joint and I would def come back! The prices weren't too bad for downtown laguna beach which was shocking! I def recommend getting the jerk chicken + the quesadilla also looked amazing. You can never go wrong with tacos and this place did not disappoint. There mini street tacos were great as well! read more

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Awesome and authentic food! To be in business 18 years in Laguna Beach you have to be doing something right! I can't wait to to visit again! read more

After doing my research for restaurants that I love that are currently open during this quarantine, I was so excited to see that Rasto Taco was open. Unlike my experience at the local grocery store it was refreshing to see that their customer service is still as excellent as I remembered. I was delighted to grab my delicious Rasta bowl with jerk chicken and fresh salsa which was definitely a highlight of my week considering today's current events. Please continue to support your local restaurants especially Rasta Taco! I'm extremely grateful they are open and operating during these times. Just make sure to call ahead to make sure what times they are open til as things are changing accordingly. read more

Good food. Good service! A great place to eat. (Good weather makes it most pleasant, no indoor seating)

This is my go-to place in Laguna Beach for delicious unpretentious Mexican food. I have been to so many bad high-end restaurants in Laguna Beach that I'd rather come heat and eat on the patio. It may not have the view of Splashes or the typical Laguna crowd or Kardashian-wannabes but this is the place for a good honest meal. read more

Rasta Taco - The patio - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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If you're a taco lover then you absolutely MUST try Rasta Taco. As regular beachgoers my boyfriend and I took a trip to Laguna and were in the mood for some tacos. What initially drew us in was the Pastor taco (with bacon and cheese!!), but I have to say that this was one of the best fish tacos I've ever had. There was an entire filet of white fish in my taco; very flaky, delicate, and just crispy enough on the outside. The PERFECT refreshing taco after a nice day at the beach. When we got to Rasta, it was a very unassuming little shack with a nice patio to eat on, with lots of succulents and murals. It's so easy to miss but has so much to love. From the other customers we saw, it seems like this place is popular among locals and lesser known among tourists. If you're in Laguna, give them a try! read more

Rasta Taco - White Fish Taco -- SOOO GOOD!! - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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You can never go wrong with Rasta Taco. Truly, the food is always satisfying. Although, I wish I could say the same about the service. The Jamaican jerk and carnitas are my absolute favorite! I always go for the street tacos - they come with double the tortilla, so if you have leftover meat - you have an extra taco :) The price is just right for the street tacos, but the plates can side on the more expensive end in my opinion. It's location is in a little hidden corner, but it's definitely worth the find and try! read more

Rasta Taco - Entrance - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I was just walking around the area when a nice smell smacked me in the face. When I walked over I was not surprised that it was a taco spot :p. My taco senses must've been tingling. There are some tables and a bar table area, so you can pick where you want to sit. You order at the window and are given a number. I got pineapple Fresca work the two taco combo. One single taco is about 5-6 dollars and a combo is 11-13 dollars. You're better off getting a combo to get more bang for your buck. It comes with rice beans and chips. Service was friendly, even tho the orders take a little bit to come out. The closest restroom is at Whole Foods, so I guess that's good to know if you're somebody who wants a restroom / sink on premises. All in all, it was a good experience and I would be open to coming back if I'm in the area read more

Rasta Taco is bomb. Viviana is the best. Super great customer service. Be nice to her!

I miss the rich flavors of a neighbor taco joint. Low key - sit outside and then devour the mini tacos (double wrapped) or the combo plate. Asada and carnitas are a slam dunk. Next time - I will try the burritos ! Hit the spot! read more

Delicious Al pastor taco- meat is so tender and flavorful. The carne asada quesadilla is very satisfying. Great little place for quick meal that won't break the bank. read more

I was super excited to try out this place especially the Jerk Chicken Tacos but honestly it wasn't that amazing. The chicken had a good flavor but it was a little dry and underwhelming. The Al Pastor Taco was soooo good and made up for it! It tasted more like carnitas to me but I did not mind because it was so flavorful and tender. The pineapple agua fresca was also very refreshing! I would want to come back and try everything else on the menu! read more

Rasta Taco - Pineapple Aqua Fresca - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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So incredibly delicious it's insane, I haven't had it in months and I am wasting away

My fam and I were excited to try this fusion place, but all ended up super disappointed...the chicken lacked any noticeable Jamaican seasoning and was too dry. One of the tacos we ordered was switched with the wrong item. Prices were inflated, and worst of all: we had upset tummies for 24 hours. Not cool...not cool at all. read more

Best fish taco I've ever had. Great chips. Great beans. Incredible guac............. Please do your self a favor and treat yourself to this incredible establishment read more

Rasta Taco - Fish taco combo - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Great service, friend and delicious food... definitely will come back. Free refills too and seating outside. Mask required, great music too read more

Rasta Taco - Bacon and chorizo breakfast burrito- yum - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Cute little restaurant almost like a food truck. Fast service good staff. I'm vegetarian, they had options but lacking in protein. I don't recommend the salad. Lettuce was old. Dressing was yummy! The vegetarian papas are actually just French fries. I thought they would be Mexican style papas. First time having French fries on a salad. Hard pass for the future. The rest of my party liked their food so I gave 4 stars. read more

Maybe it's because I have spent a bit of time eating Caribbean food overseas but this place doesn't have one ounce of Caribbean seasoning in their food. The jerk chicken taco was TERRIBLE and it's hard to mess up a taco that has literally only 4 ingredients. The tacos were cold dry and lacked any type of flavor. I haven't had a taco this bad in years. Calling this place Rasta anything is cultural appropriation at is best! Gross. Even the response to my review isn't reflective of Jamaican culture. Super defensive. His references to some restaurant in Jamaica is pretty lame considering it's permanently closed Joke Ting Fam! read more

Excellent Customer Service and fresh, delicious food! We recently held our daughter's graduation party here! We bought out the space and thought it would be an ok spot to gather with a few friends 30+. We were so pleasantly surprised buy the cute spot in the heart of Laguna near the beach! Warm welcome from the staff who took great care of us and our guests the whole evening. Fresh fried tortillas, home made salsa and guac and well-seasoned grilled meats were the standouts! Our guests loved how intimate the space was and how we were able to add our own custom details to make it even more special. Big thanks to the team for making our small intimate gathering a very special event! read more

WOW the al pastor tacos are incredible here. I have been dreaming and salivating over them since my visit last week. They are SO TASTY. There is a small patio to sit on as well as some outdoor high barstool seating just outside the order window. Food is prompt and staff is friendly. These peeps know what they're doing! Yum! Can't wait to come back read more

Rasta Taco - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Rasta taco is a cute little neighborhood taco spot in Laguna Beach! Their menu consists of many familiar items: tacos, guacamole and chips, quesadillas.... while also bringing some unique twists with their rasta bowls, and Caribbean flavors. The same goes for their salsa selection - I highly recommend their pineapple salsa which was sweet, fresh, and also slightly reminiscent of curry flavors. For food, I highly recommend their plaintains, their al pastor and chorizo tacos, as well as their nachos!!! Could not get enough of those nachos! Parking and seating is a little limited, but in a place like Laguna, it is certainly not a deterrent! Check them out next time you are in town! read more

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Been waiting 40 minutes for our order of 5 tacos. Other people are getting impatient too.. this is ridiculous. Not feeling the Love here.. Update got tacos.. never coming again and paying 6 per taco. read more

Rasta Taco - Outside area - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Finally made it to Rasta Taco during Covid-19 lockdown. I love Caribbean food, I love the vibe / look of Rasta - suffice to say I was really looking forward to this meal. I recognize Rasta Taco may not be at its finest because of coronavirus. However, I will not be back for the foreseeable future. Our meal was below average. We ordered the rasta bowl, plantains and quesadillas. Rasta bowl - "spiced basmati" rice tasted like plain rice; the seasoned chicken had very little taste and had the texture of 3-4 day old chicken. Plantains - very unusual. They are prepared more like french fries than regular plantain slices; moreover, the taste was so faint I couldn't tell if I was eating plantains or yucca chips. Quesadillas was un-noteworthy. read more

We were in the area so decided to get some tacos, bowl as well as salad. You order at the windows and they bring the food to your table- IF there are any tables available. There are different kinds of salsa available near the window and you can fill up your own and bring it to your table. I got the jerk chicken salad- if you are looking for a healthy option, I definitely recommend it. It was delicious and huge portion size. I also got the chorizo taco on a lettuce wrap and can't explain how delicious it was. If you like chorizo, I would definitely try it. They do have beers, sangria and margaritas available- they all looked good but I didn't try any. I would love to go back and get the lettuce tacos again! read more

I love walking to Rasta Tacos for a yummy dinner! They have the most perfect street tacos. Plenty of outside seating and the staff is very friendly. Definitely recommend! read more

Rasta Taco - Caribbean Carne Asada Mini Street Taco - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Excellent every time. We love their carnitas tacos with corn tortillas. Taco Tuesday is a bit cheaper, so that's great too. But every single time my husband and I dine here - we have an excellent meal. Fresh, delicious food and the patio is great. Sunshine, great tacos - what could be better? read more

Wow! What a great meal! Taco plate huge! Nachos were covered with grilled squash, black beans, jerk chicken, cheese, guacamole and sour cream. The bowl was outta this world! Rice, beans, grilled squash, jicama, choice of meat. Delish pineapple aqua fresca. Walk up window with a nice little patio off the main street. Great quick meal before Pageant of the Masters with the kids. Look forward to coming back again. read more

We love Laguna so we drove out here and decided to try this Taco shop. But it wasn't just your typical Taco shop it had a twist of some Yah Mon!! We had the Jerk Chicken Taco Combo and their Jerk Chicken bowl. We love the Chipotle sauce with it. The guacamole was so fresh and we love the portion of it. (Good job) I love that they had several options however go early because sometimes certain items on the menu finish. We really enjoy ourselves here and can't wait to go back!! read more

Loved this place. First, the woman working there was beyond kind. Great recommendations and steered us properly. We had a mix of tacos with rice and they were all great. I liked the el pastor and steak the best. My wife loves a good chips and guac and this place didnt disappoint. Thick crispy chips and perfect blended guacamole. The pineapple curry salsa was flavorful and unique. In a sea of fancy restaurants, this casual spot in downtown Laguna Beach is a perfect place to grab lunch. read more

Food is good, but definitely overpriced. spend $40 on one bowl and one taco. Kinda crazy. Love the vegi options.

Absolutely delicious, really cute hole in the wall. Authentic tacos, almost went to las brisas, so glad we came here instead. The service was great and quick! Perfect place for lunch if you're in the area and are craving some authentic Mexican cuisine! read more

Rasta Taco - k chicken Eek-A-Mouse Quesadilla and street mini's - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

We returned to Laguna Beach recently and enjoyed two more visits to Rasta Taco. It was just as delicious as we remember five years ago. We love the One Love tacos with pinto beans and rice. Thank you for catering to vegetarians. We already miss it and can't wait till next time! read more

This place is walk up & order style We ordered the Rasta Ensalada bowl, vegetarian papa jack style (crispy potato, which mimicked french fries, cilantro, onion, mixed vegetable & cheese) topped with tortilla strips, pumpkin seeds, kale, romaine, & lime dressing). I didn't see any kale, but saw some arugula. We also got a vegan one love taco. Food was pretty good. They had a nice patio to enjoy your food on. The one taco & bowl was enough for my daughter & I to split. It also came in a compostable bowl, which I appreciate. My husband got the 2 taco combo. He chose the Carribean carne asada & white fish, which came with rice, beans, & chips & my son got the bean & cheese burrito. The closest bathroom is the Whole Foods down the street. read more

Rasta Taco - Vegetarian Papa Jack Rasta Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Extremely small location Only 6 tables to sit and eat True pastor tacos were great but the asada tacos were like the average ground beef tacos read more

Rasta Taco - Seating space-only 6 tables and heavily shaded area so food gets cold quickly. - Mexican Near Me - Laguna Beach, California