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    SoCal Taqueria

    4.1 (653 reviews)
    InexpensiveSeafood, Mexican, Beer Bar
    Closed • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    SOCAL TAQUERIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Menu August 2026
    Tyler H.

    keto tacos are so delicious i would reverse mortgage my house for an unlimited supply of them

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    Never coming here again ordered 2 combo of quesabirria with rice and beans Only received 1 combo they said its because i ordered only two tacos. 1 combo is $11 my total was $24 So how does that make sense youre telling me 1 taco is almost another $12? Zero stars if i could worst experience

    Menudo and a michelada for the cure.
    Sara Q.

    Food is always good here. Service? Two thumbs up. If your craving comfort food or need a hangover cure, this is the place.

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    Halle D.

    Fantastic food, staff and drinks here with great prices. Family owned and operated. Good vibes every time we visit. Can't recommend this place enough, plus the micheladas are the best in town. Definitely try it out if you're in the area!

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    Sara R.

    The place was very clean, and the customer service was good! The meat was tasty, but the quesadilla was a bit plain--it only had meat and cheese. It would have been much better with some pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole on the side. The torta, however, was delicious.

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    Georgie M.

    SoCal Taqueria is a real deal Mexican Taqueria! We first came here about a year ago and have been back twice since. They make incredibly tasty, "No Scratch That", delicious food!! Everything is made fresh, in front of your eyes (video). The food has a wonderful layer of flavors, that makes you want to come back and order more. LOL, we have done this after eating, to take home some more food for later. The family that runs this taqueria, also goes all out. They are friendly and very personable. You order at the Cashier Station and they bring your food out to your table. They even have nerve (LOL) to come by your table and check how everything tastes and if they can get you anything else. Their checkin process is sincere and friendly. Wow! I cannot say enough nice things about the food and service here. We've have tried almost everything... from their Nachos, Burritos, Street Tacos, Protein Bowls, Quesadillas and Muffuletta, with either their fresh Carne Asada, Chicken or Al Pastor and everything is great. See photos. Tonight our meal for three ran us $53, before taxes and gratuities which btw, we happily paid!

    Seriously the best tacos around! Hand made tortillas (made as you order) and the best tasting meat!
    Amada P.

    Tacos here are sooo good! Great salsa selection and fast service! The restaurant itself is not very big, but has a great cozy feel to it.

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    Leanne H.

    This review is solely based on their tacos alone -- came in for Taco Tuesday after seeing that they had an amazing deal for street tacos 5 for $10, with plenty of meat options. Unfortunately, the meat lacked flavor, seasoning, salt, it was just so bland -- which was honestly surprising. We had to dress it up with the salsa to finish it. I'm used to bomb ass street tacos from south SD, and this ain't it. The cashier was friendly though! Also, agree with other fellow Yelpers that the music is pretty loud. Wouldn't come in with young kids. Didn't bother us tooo much. Unfortunately, will have to pass on this taco shop. It was worth a shot!

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    Jarek M.

    Another visit, another tasty experience. We ate at So Cal Tacos & Beer a few times and every time was equally satisfying. This small place offers good, authentic Mexican food and service. The variety of dishes is big enough for anyone to find something to order. You can opt for burritos, street tacos, protein bowls, menudo, birria, quesadillas, nachos, you name it. All dishes we tried were very consistent when it comes to flavours and textures. Ex. meat used for birria soup and tacos was cooked for a long time as it melted in our mouths and the seasoning was spot on. I enjoyed my bowl with rice, beans, pico de gallo, guacamole, and chicken. All ingredients blended well and tested good. The same goes for the street tacos. Make sure to try a few different options. This place is also known for their micheladas. They come in a form of aguachile michelada too. Worth trying! Next time you crave Mexican food and you are in their neighbourhood, make sure to stop by for some delicious treats.

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    Norman R.

    This was my second visit, and to my surprise I found a phenomenal item on their menu that I crave quite often! Crispy Birria Tacos with Cheese! They are beyond my taste buds expectations, and are absolutely delicious! Offered with the traditional Birra broth to dunk your bites; but I choose to further crisp-up mine in an air fryer and then eat with the pickled onions, jalapenos, hot sauce, and a salad on the side. Complete heaven! Be warned that they offer a set of three, but I suggest only a pair because these babies are PACKED with meat! To the point that one is probably enough for the average person, and two will have you stuffed! Highly worth the price of $5 each, and totally satisfying.

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    Daniela A.

    I liked this place! It's such a fun small restaurant. Not many seatings but I like the food here. We order tacos and menudo (not pictured) the menudo was good and had lots of flavor. The tortillas also were a hit. Specially on the tacos.. the meats where cooked perfectly and also with flavor to the lengua tacos The service was good you order at the front and they'll bring your plate over to you. I like that they had a fridge and carried Caguamas. They have parking outside it's located in a shopping area

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    Had a Cali taco no shrimp and it was huge! Super tasty too. Also orders fries, plain and they were great too! Best fries around anywhere.

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    Street Tacos are . Customer service is professional and cool. Best in Temecula!!!! All Day

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    Best deal here! 5 tacos for $10 and it's super delicious. They crisp up their meat here which is a plus for me. Come try!

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    Tacos Pastor and Carnitas are legit! Been here many times and never disappoints. We'll be back! Sorry ate most of my tacos before posting

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    3 years ago

    Average TJ tacos... I came here because my friends wanted to come. I've had much better elsewhere, but the food was edible.

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    Best Mexican food in the area hands down. Service is incredible and all the workers are so kind

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    Ask the Community - SoCal Taqueria

    Why does it say you open at 8 when your not really open till 9?

    I think they changed their hours due to the covid issue my bank did the same thing'

    Do they still do taco Tuesday's? If so are they still 1.20?

    No, only open Thursday-Sunday for now.

    Do they have any sandwich deals?

    Yes. And good.

    Do they have any Taco Tuesday deals?

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