Taco La Perla

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only giving 4 because it's cash only! BUT they take zelle! which is super convenient. they are located right by bart. tacos are always yummy with so much flavor. girls are nice and attentive. they even have a seating area if you want to sit down and eat real quick. when i'm in oakland ii make it a point to come and grab some street tacos ! read more

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Danny P.

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This truck is 10/10 as far as OG street tacos go. The chicken was juicy but not soggy, the carnitas was crispy without being dry. Their salsa is flavorful, portions are good, and prices are fair. The folks working were super nice and service was quick enough to warrant an extra tip. TBH THIS AREA FELT SKETCHY. I went in the middle of the day and felt like I was being watched (not in a good way). The truck is backed up along some empty parking spaces that kind of box you in as you wait for your food. I'm a construction worker so I wasn't too concerned but definitely feels like an easy place to get mugged. I'm definitely going back for food, but won't be hanging around very long. read more

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Alexis B.

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I LOVE THIS TRUCK I JUST HAD TO LEAVE A COMMENT. I haven't had it in a few years. The prices are amazing and the quality of the food is even better. They should consider staying open later than 3pm and adding Saturdays to their hours of operation. read more

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Andre S.

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My goto when I go to this truck is a regular steak burrito with everything, it comes out to about $11 even with chips and salsa... and it's probably the best burrito in Oakland in terms of flavor and juiciness, you can tell they spend time to add layers of flavor and this is coming from a self proclaimed burrito connoisseur. Service is nice everyone is friendly and quick waiting times and that's great for a family owned ambiance. The best way to describe the food is comfort food, it's like a home cooked meal. They really put the time into their food and I recommend the steak burrito with everything but that's just me. This in my opinion is the best burrito in Oakland and I've tried all the known taqueria's in West Oakland, downtown Oakland, Lake Merritt area read more

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Mi M.

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Favorite taco truck in West Oakland to get all types of tacos, quesadillas and burritos. The cheapest tacos I've found so far, so always find myself full and feeling like I got a deal. Takes only cash, so be prepared. Also, they got some tables and benches to eat it real quick. read more

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Jules M.

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Fast, friendly, affordable, delicious! Love a truck with refried beans and many many vegetarian/vegan options. Sopes, fried potato tacos, veggie tacos, veggie burrito, and more amazing veg options. Salsa is incredible. No complaints. CASH ONLY! read more

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Marisa B.

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Huuuge shareable burritos (literally a foot long), so so so good! Get the super burrito, you will not regret it and you will be back! Call ahead if you don't want to wait, it can take a while during lunch time. read more

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Alex C.

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Literally the best burrito and taco truck spot. I live 15 min away and drive here just for their foods. They open only M-F 7:30-3:30pm. If you missed them your loss! Thanks for the amazing tacos and burritos! read more

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Kim B.

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Omg their Al pastor tacos are hella good and affordable! My family and I ordered 12 tacos and a Al pastor burrito and ate it all! The meat is very seasoned and salsa has a nice kick! Sorry didn't get any pics! read more

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Good chicken and pork tacos. The steak tortas are good too. The burritos in my opinion are not that great. But make sure to order by phone and pick up. If you order here you will have to wait about 30min for your food read more

Taco La Perla - Good chicken and pork tacos. The steak tortas are good too. - Tacos Near Me - Oakland, California

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Hands down the best taco/burrito truck! I get 1-2 tacos every morning when I take the West Oakland Bart and the truck is open. I get so sad when I go to work early and they're not open yet. When I have time, I take Bart from SF to grab a burrito and head back. That's how delicious they are. read more

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Solid contender for best burrito in the Bay. The well-seasoned meats are grilled to order, wrapped with tender pintos, spanish rice, and fixings then folded into a tortilla to be toasted to perfection. read more

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My my my I love Tacos. Thanks La Perla for always preparing all your meats fresh. Thank you for being right outside West Oakland Bart early enough to get my taco fix before lunch. Thanks for being friendly and understanding of my indecisive meat choosing. Thank you for the extra salsa, no problem. Thank you for the garnish of spicy carrots and radish!! Although La Perla is constantly serving customers, the wait has never been long to order or receive my food. La Perla consistently prepares my food correctly no matter how many special request I throw at them. They have a lone picnic table so you can chill for a bit and devour your burrito with extra sour cream. Buck Fifty for a taco. I'm all over it. read more

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Perry C.

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This place has really good food. They are always polite and do not over charge for authentic Mexican food. The sauce that they put on the tacos and burritos pure fire. Today I decided to change it up and get a burrito..... Can you say heaven. The location is right across the street from the Bart station. You can park on the side streets or In front of the truck. The customer service is amazing and they are able to make sure that they make your food just like you want it. It seems to be ran by a mother a father and their daughter. So if ever in the neighborhood I highly recommend them. read more

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dee b.

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Best carnitas tacos and the beans were nice and creamy. Sorry no pics jus know I highly recommend this taco truck

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Jose R.

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Best steak tacos I had in a long time The flavor was delicious The young lady taking the order was very polite and nice Must go here again when I'm in Oakland read more

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Jon B.

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Cheap. Tons of meat choices! Always on location. After a while of seeing this truck every time I'm at the West Oakland BART station, I finally decided to try it out. The truck seems to be there pretty much all day during the week, I'm not sure about weekends though. I was surprised at how many different meats they had. They've got the basics (carne asada, pastor, pollo, carnitas), but some not so basics (lengua, barbacoa, cabeza, and even tripas!). I had to try as many meats as I could, so I went with five tacos-- asada, pastor, barbacoa, lengua, and tripas. All were $1.25 each, except for the tripas which was $2. It took a little while to get my food, but there was a couple people who had ordered ahead of me. I took my food home, and was happy with what I saw. A little star of street tacos, generously sprinkled with onions, cilantro, and green salsa, served with some carrots and jalapeno. The lengua was juicy and flavorful, definitely done right. So was the barbacoa. The asada was pretty standard, not super tender, but it got the job done for $1.25. The pastor was well seasoned, tender, delicious. The only thing I didn't like was the tripas. I had never had it before, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but it wasn't anything like the tripe you find in kare kare or pho. It definitely had an irony with an almost squid flavor, and wasn't for me. I can see where people who like liver might enjoy it, but not me. Even though I didn't enjoy every single meat I sampled, La Perla gets extra points just for the fact that they carry such a variety. I had never seen barbacoa or tripas on a truck before, and I've never seen tripas even in a Mexican restaurant before. I will definitely be back for the meats I enjoyed. read more

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Tanya B.

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It's bad when you dream about the food. I enjoy every experience with La Perla's. Their steak tacos are always good and the young lady that fix them always is so kind and gets my order is always correct. The steak is marinated in grill taste. The burritos are to die for two. I love authentic mexican food.... They rock!!! read more

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Andrea J.

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This is definitely one of the best food trucks in Oakland! The food is always fresh, made to order, and even though it's always packed with people around lunch time, they seem to get the orders out pretty quickly. Though I usually get the tacos (they're absolutely delicious!) I've also gotten delicious burritos from them. The tacos are simple, but the flavors are rich and authentic. This truck was recommended to me by 3 different coworkers at 2 different times after I had expressed my disappointment with a couple other trucks in the area, and I haven't gone back to any others since I tried them. It's in a great location (right near my job - literally across the street from West Oakland Bart station) and I've never had a problem with the food! I'm pretty sure they'll know my name in a little while. LoL. read more

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Virginia F.

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This is my favorite taco truck in West Oakland/Downtown. Me and my dog go there on a regular. He gets a steak taco with no onions or cilantro. The Carnitas are amazing. Authentic and crispy the way they should be. Thumbs up! read more

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Rafael N.

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A solid spot with no frills and no fuss. 4.5 estrellas A standard selection of meats and typical menu items The al pastor is spicy, the pollo is moist, the carne asada is on point Everything is cooked when ordered so it takes a little while This truck is an extension of Zamorano's The sopes are probably my favorite, try em trust me You have flavor and freshness and fullness, what else do you need Only Monday through Friday and they are usually gone by 5pm Parking is crap but its def some of the best street grub around the West O BART read more

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Nicole M.

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The best tacos in Oakland IMO ***** , too bad they are only here sometimes , it doesn't seem like it has set hours :( read more

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Neira A.

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No complaints whatsoever! I ordered my food and picked it up within 5 minutes. Chicken tacos were hot and delicious, loved the flavor. No need for any salsa. Will be back! read more

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Janet H.

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I love being able to say that the food I pay for rates 5 Stars. While out photographing wicked cool street art around the West Oakland BART station I happened upon the La Perla #2 truck and gave them a try. To say I was not disappointed is an understatement, my carnitas tacos were heavenly and I was saddened by my last bite. Awesome urban street art and mighty fine tacos, well my day couldn't get any better than that. read more

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Laura D.

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Best tortas ever!! that's what I always get. But I don't come to the one outside west Oakland Bart. I go to the one Grand.

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Troy T.

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Just moved to West Oakland and had been craving a solid burrito so I stopped here yesterday and picked up a regular Al Pastor initially not expecting much (i've been let down by a few Oakland burritos so far). I was certainly not let down by La Perla! The Pastor was wonderfully spicy (for me), greasy in the best way and the whole burrito was bursting with flavor. The salsa roja and pickled veggies were a perfect addition and rounded out the meal. I can't wait to try the barbacoa, lengua and the rest of the extensive menu. The location is also super convenient (close to bart) and the menu is pretty extensive (menu pic is still current as of 6/2014). I'm so glad I took the risk and for now, La Perla is my goto taco truck. read more

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Sunil R.

2.8 mi•Temescal, North Oakland, Rockridge

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I love the taco trucks in Oakland and was excited to try and another one. I was glad that the person who answered when I called to place the order spoke good English. The super burrito and the tacos were good but not at the same level as a Taqueria SInaloa or a Mariscos La Casta. . read more

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Julian M.

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I've been looking for good dining options in this culinarily desolate section of West Oakland. Have passed by this food truck many times while transiting to and from West Oakland BART station right across the street, but never paid it much attention because I'm used to only getting good burritos from taco trucks in East Oakland. Anyways, I just went to pickup my car from the BART parking and figured it would be a good use of time to grab lunch while I was there. Looked this truck up on Yelp, saw 4.5 star rating, and was somewhat hesitant because there were only 20 reviews. However, I figured it was worth the $7 to try a burrito. SO glad I did! Burrito was a hearty size, the carne asada was very tasty, the tortilla was nicely toasted/pressed, and the sauce was delish (albeit could have been spicier, but I love super spicy food). Will definitely add this to the top of my list of go-to taco trucks in West Oakland! read more

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Antonio R.

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Ok so i just found my west oakland taco truck im usually in the east for my burrito but this spot by the bart station is the bomb perfect size and the seasoning on the asada was on point i also like how they toast the burrito after its wrapped and it was all fresh ill for sure be back read more

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Tony M.

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Been here a few times and let me tell you this taco truck food is better than many of the mexican food places in oakland. I ordered steak burrito and the steak is always tender and juicy came with chips good ingredients (fresh parsley, onions, rice, beans, cheese that stretches) cooked right and food is always consistently good everytime and this place had polite service. The only con is it closes too early for me by like 4pm there packing up read more

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This is my go to for burritos when in West Oakland, although there tortas is really where it's at. There tacos are great also, tasty and inexpensive, awesome if you just have a small apettite. Good hot sauce, and I love that they give you a jalepeno/carrot snack with every order. I would give this food truck 5 stars if they had ice cold drinks available, their drinks while being on ice are hardly cold. Really wish it was open on weekends. read more

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Maqin V.

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I've eaten at most of the burrito spots in Oakland and this one by far is the best all the ingredients are fresh and far exceeds other burrito/ taco spots in Oakland. Right by the bart station so you can't miss it read more

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Ted L.

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Very good Mexican food truck. Their carne asada tacos with all the fixings are my favorite. The pickled sides are awesome. Great deal and the friendliest folks. read more

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Dion W.

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Right in my neighborhood. They have good tacos, it would be great if they were open a little longer. It's hard getting there after work because they close so early. I can only go there on my days off. My wife takes the kids there, and they love it. I'll like anything my kids like. read more

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Pairoj S.

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This place makes Tacos Mi Rancho's Quesadilla look like greasy poop (don't get me wrong I love Tacos Mi Rancho). So one day I was really craving Tacos Mi Rancho but I didn't have any way of getting there from West Oakland, just so happened La Perla was across the street from where I was. So I order my favorite kind of quesedilla: al pastor! maybe 5 minutes later I get my food and go home. When I opened the plate the quesedilla was perfect, no oil! And there was plenty of carrots and chips! I bit into the delicious, cheesey, goodness and had a foodgasm; it was love at first taste. Before this place I would've said Tacos Mi Rancho is the best taco truck in Oakland, but now I'm convinced it's La Perla. Too bad they aren't open till 3:00 a.m. read more

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Cheap, delicious; tastes like yoga-pants...that good.

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Fernando S.

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Best burritos and tacos in West Oakland. Their food is so tasty you will not be disappointed.

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sarah C.

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This is one of the best additions to West Oakland. By far my favorite and so cheap. Saturday is my favorite day now so that I can satisfy my love jones for La Perla Taco Truck. read more

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Barbara K.

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I passed this truck several times a week for many months when I drove to the West Oakland BART station. The neighborhood is pretty drab looking, so I didn't really think it would be anything special. Finally, I tried a chicken taco. Soooo good. The chicken was seasoned really well. Another day, I bought chicken burritos for myself and my teenage daughter. We both enjoyed them very much. I'll definitely be back again. If you're over at the BART station, you might want to leave your car there while you're getting your food because there isn't really parking right by the truck that works well. The prices are low for what you get. read more

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Gabrielle F.

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Any time I'm downtown late on the weekend I go to La Perla parked on 21st at Franklin. Their super burritos are the best thing to get. PASTORA SUPER BURRITOS are simply divine, and their hot sauce? TDF! They also give you some pickled veggies on the side. Say what?! It really can't get better than that people. read more

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More info about Taco La Perla

1395 7th St
Oakland, CA 94607
West Oakland
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(510) 760-0605
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Hours

What time does Taco La Perla open?

Taco La Perla opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Taco La Perla close?

Taco La Perla closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Taco La Perla is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

Payment methods

Does Taco La Perla take credit cards?

No, Taco La Perla does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Taco La Perla have catering options?

Yes, Taco La Perla does have catering options.

Does Taco La Perla serve alcohol?

No, Taco La Perla does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Taco La Perla have TVs?

Yes, Taco La Perla has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Taco La Perla have bike parking?

No, Taco La Perla does not have bike parking.

Does Taco La Perla have outdoor seating?

Yes, Taco La Perla has outdoor seating options.

Does Taco La Perla have parking?

Yes, Taco La Perla has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Taco La Perla have free WiFi?

No, Taco La Perla does not have free WiFi.

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Amazing creative tacos with so much flavor!…read more Tacos Oscar never misses. The vibe is super casual and cute with outdoor seating and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a laid-back meal. We tried a variety of tacos, and everything was fresh and full of bold flavors. The standout for me was definitely the beef options and the sauces really take everything to the next level. You can tell they put a lot of thought into every component. Even the veggie tacos are incredible, not just an afterthought. Everything feels creative but still comforting at the same time. Portions are satisfying without feeling too heavy. Service was quick and friendly, and the whole experience felt easy and enjoyable. It's the kind of place you want to keep coming back to because the menu changes and there's always something new to try. Highly recommend if you're in Oakland and craving elevated tacos done right!

Amazing. Purely delicious, cuuute ambiance…read more They make their own tortillas, which is always a plus. The flavors of each taco were outstanding. I ordered everything on their current menu. Tostada beans gigante, the pork shoulder, barbacoa, charred broccoli, mushroom, and chicken tinga. Just a lil lime on top, and enjoy! I didn't even need to add more salsa, which I would usually add to my tacos at other places. Tostada vegan was my fave. All the meat tacos were also fantastic, all were tender and juicy. Your taste buds bout to be blown away. They have patio style seating in the front and the back. cute for a lil date night without breaking the bank, or to go out and entertain friends outta town, or just to treat yo'self real good. so happy.

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4.3(102 reviews)

3.4 mi•North Oakland

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2.1 mi•East Oakland

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Family-owned & operated

Last time I visited Tacos Sinaloa was in 2025. I ordered a carne asada burrito, and was left…read moresomewhat dissatisfied. I'd thought the place had lost its touch, but maybe it was just an off day. Today in May of 2026 I've managed to visit while it's a slow day, and I was pleasantly satisfied with my food. I ordered a Carnitas burrito, and it was just as delicious as I'd remembered it one decade ago. While I was eating the first half of my burrito I was thinking "this is good, but burritos are good.. is it better than other burritos I've had, and why?" Something is different about burritos at Tacos Sinaloa, the food reflects that of some regional tacos trucks scattered throughout the East bay, but they're very distinct in how well they're capable of doing this style of Mexican food. As I said earlier- burritos are good. I think they are good because everything tastes good together, but not all burritos are created equal. The first thing that stood out to me about my burrito was the tortilla. It's not your standard tortilla, and it's nothing extravagant, but it seemed intentional. The tortilla is softer, thinner, and it holds up, but it's not chewy. It's there and it soaks up the oils and it doesn't take away from anything. In my experience, a bad tortilla can make a burrito less enjoyable. This tortilla adds in that it's barely there and it's pleasant because it soaks up the flavors without detracting. On the insides, the beans and rice can give or take away depending on where you get your burrito from. At Tacos Sinaloa on this particular day, the beans and rice did not take away from the burrito. The pinto beans were plum and creamy, and tasted like pintos. No nonsense- they added because they didn't subtract, I could go on about grainy beans or starchy over seasoned bean liquid, but NONE OF THAT HERE. The rice had perfect texture. It almost like 'al dente', but not in a chewy way, it had just enough rice texture and didn't get in the way of the other ingredients. It was mildly seasoned with your classic Mexican rice (aromatic tomato broth like flavor). No nonsense, no unnecessary spices, not over saturated in liquid, or turned to mush. Just good simply season rice. Cheese and sour cream- Salty Mexican cheese, presumably Oaxaca or something similar. Adds little salty flavor explosions throughout the burrito. Sour cream, added tangy acidity that cuts through the fatty ness making it taste more lively. Of coarse, the lovely creaminess. If you're not having your burrito with these I'm very sorry for you. The star of the show- The Carnitas here is just done right. It's not over seasoned with anything, it just tastes like melty delicious braised pork shoulder, then fried to accentuate it with crispy mallard bits that surprise you throughout the burrito. Towards the end of my experience I came to the conclusion that what makes a Tacos Sinaloa burrito good is that its ingredients forward- each ingredient tastes good on its own, and that can't be said for all burritos. It's not a burrito for the sake of being a burrito. All the ingredients seem intentionally chosen so that none get in the way of one another. I want to say they make the meat the star of the show, but even if you were to have a bean and rice and cheese + sour crème burrito here it would be an exceptional burrito, which is a testament to their culinary philosophy. Last but not least- yes they have salsa, and of coarse it's good, and I love that they give lemon slices with your food - it's another small intentional detail that they offer lemon instead of lime. Carnitas burrito 5/5. Sinaloa overall 4/5 because of inconsistency.

After two years on the East Coast, I had a late-night craving for some West Coast tacos. We headed…read moreto Sinaloa in Berkeley. The place was full of UC students, and the college town atmosphere was alive. I wanted to order a super burrito, but the sweet lady taking my order suggested a regular one would be enough. I'm glad I took her advice. The regular burrito was more than enough, and the carne asada was incredibly tasty. My wife enjoyed her chicken tacos. We enjoyed the late night dining experience. It was a great time. We will be back.

2.8 mi•North Oakland, Rockridge

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La Calaca Loca

3.7(547 reviews)

Mi primera vez yendo a este restaurante Y bueno la…read moreexperiencia fue muy buena Compré un burrito de camarones con chips Y estuvo 10 /10 ! Todo el burrito en si . los chips ,las salsas ,súper ricas la música en la tienda , el servicio Es como estar en un restaurante de México. Lo recomiendo totalmente.

I ordered two shrimp tacos and I honestly wish I hadn't. The shrimp was completely overcooked --…read moredry, rubbery, and lacking any real flavor. On top of that, the tortillas were soggy and falling apart before I could even pick them up. For something as simple as shrimp tacos, this was really disappointing. Texture and freshness are key, and unfortunately this missed the mark on both. Definitely the worst tacos I've had in a long time. I won't be coming back.

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Los Moles

3.9(1.5k reviews)

2.9 mi

I've been passing by Los Moles for years and never stopped in until we had a graduation dinner…read morethere for my niece. The main reason I never went before was the parking situation, which honestly can be a little challenging, but for this visit we found parking down the block and around the corner. The short walk after dinner ended up being nice anyway. We had reservations, although we did wait about 15 extra minutes while another party finished their meal. My family member pointed out they were enjoying drinks, so that probably added some time. The waiter was very friendly, attentive, and clearly trying to get us seated as quickly as possible. Water was brought to the table right away, and our drink order was taken promptly. I ordered the chicken salad and was pleasantly surprised to learn the mango vinaigrette dressing did not contain oils, since I personally avoid seed oils. The salad was fresh and delicious. Some of my family members ordered the buffet, which looked incredible. At first it seemed like too much food for me that day, but once I saw everything included, I started thinking maybe I should have ordered it too since it was only about seven dollars more. They brought complimentary chips, guacamole, and salsa to the table, and everything was so flavorful. The guacamole was especially delicious, and they happily refilled the chips several times. I finally understood why the restaurant is called "Los Moles" because their mole sauces are outstanding. I got to try some from my son's plate, and it definitely made me want to come back and explore more of the different mole options. They also offer vegetarian choices, which is great. Although I am very particular about cooking surfaces, my food is cooked on and in, the Mexican coffee which was heated in some type of who knows what metal, had a good flavor. It inspired me to re-create it at home. Another standout for me was the freshly made corn tortillas served with the meals. They were soft, warm, and incredibly good. I also tried the beans, which were full of flavor. Overall, this restaurant really stood out in my memory, and I definitely want to return someday to try more moles.

Los Molés All-You-Can-Eat Taco Buffet in Emeryville: Taco Heaven on a Tuesday…read more Los Molés in Emeryville hosts a fantastic all-you-can-eat taco buffet on Tuesdays that's perfect for families and crowds. It was a busy night with the place packed, but we got our food super quickly despite the hustle ~ impressive service kept everything moving smoothly. The variety blew us away on our first visit: tons of different meats seasoned just right, heaps of fresh vegetables, and generous portions of everything you could imagine. You can go back for seconds (or thirds) as many times as you like, and every bite was packed with bold, flavorful goodness. The horchata was a refreshing highlight too ~ creamy and spot-on. The busy, fun atmosphere made it an ideal spot to bring kids, with non-stop energy and satisfied smiles all around. We'll definitely be back for more of this taco feast! Highly recommend.

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Mercado 925

4.6(274 reviews)

4.4 mi•West Berkeley

We have been here twice now and the food is incredible. I got the mole plate today and my husband…read moregot the fish tacos. While the food is amazing, the service is beyond wonderful. The staff is so kind and FAST. They answered all questions we had and made amazing suggestions. We live in Walnut Creek and will be back soon because it's that good!

it was amazing! the food was great i'll definitely be going back…read more100% would recommend, ambience is gorgeous as well

2.6 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

Checkout the light fixtures -- reinvented colanders made into light fixtures!! So cool!

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Bird & Buffalo

4.3(358 reviews)

I came here with some friends for Oakland restaurant week because we had seen it online and were…read moreintrigued by the menu! We came here during lunch, and since it wasn't too crowded we were able to be seated right away. While the restaurant itself isn't too large, it does have a decent number of tables for people to sit at to eat. The interior is also quite nice and homey, with a rustic vibe to it. I decided to get one of the rice plates, which had rice, some ground meat, egg, beans, and some fish. The meat itself was fresh and quite flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked well too. While the portions weren't that large, I did like the tastes of everything that I had and think it was a nice take on Thai food. Overall, I recommend checking this place out if you want some Thai food in Oakland!

We have been here a few times, a smallish restaurant on Telegraph with open kitchen and friendly…read morestaffs Food was authentic and Thai spicy if you know what I meant, so for me.i would.do medium and still crying from the heat. Come to my surprise since I am not a big fan of curry they made a fan out of me.for serving one of the best Chicken curry with middle bowl ever. The sour mustard add a bit of tanginess to the creamy coconut and curry flavor and that juicy chilcken thigh got me.to want more. Very few places that would make me.say j need to go back.for this one dish and the chicken curry was the winner for me.

Love the benches!

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Todos

4.1(265 reviews)

1.7 mi

Massive bean and cheese burrito!…read more Fast and friendly service; greeted me and let me know they will be right with me. Points! The flavor, portion for price, and wonderful agua frescas (watermelon, my fav!) consumed it so fast I didn't even get to the picture lol Will definitely be back! Thanks!

I ordered from Todos Cantina via DoorDash after reading about chef Nolberto Martinez and his…read morefamily's culinary reputation in the Bay Area. Given that background, what arrived at my door was honestly shocking. The burrito was cold, greasy, bizarrely thick and lumpy, and filled with some of the lowest-quality meat I've ever been served by a restaurant. Multiple bites literally had to be spit out. On top of that, the advertised ingredients (sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole) were completely missing. What arrived was basically a dense tube of cheap rice and rubbery meat. At first I assumed this must have been a one-off disaster. Then I started reading the Yelp reviews. And suddenly a pattern emerged: stale chips, stale tacos, food making people sick, delivery orders arriving wrong or poorly made, hostile service interactions, customers being spoken to aggressively, and an overall sense that quality control has completely collapsed. One reviewer even described an employee asking if they "wanted to fight." Another described disputing charges over incorrect orders because the food quality was so poor. What makes this especially disappointing is that the restaurant presents itself as a serious modern Bay Area Mexican concept tied to an admired culinary name. Instead, the actual execution feels careless, inconsistent, and deeply below the standards the restaurant markets itself on. Restaurants can survive a bad night. What they cannot survive is the perception that nobody cares anymore. Right now, that is exactly the impression Todos Cantina gives off. Frankly, this is an embarrassment to the legacy and reputation associated with the Martinez name. I truly hope someone steps in and turns this place around, because based on my experience (and many others here) things have gone badly off the rails.