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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8 months ago

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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3 years ago

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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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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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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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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Peter D.

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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

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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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4 years ago

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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Zak M.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Troy T.

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12 years ago

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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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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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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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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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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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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Benjamin D.

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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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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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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, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Taco La Perla have free WiFi?

No, Taco La Perla does not have free WiFi.

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The atmosphere was refreshing and the food was wonderful! I will absolutely be returning!read more

The food is exelente the music and the customer service ... 100% the best…read moreThe food really fresh, the salad crispy and nice . The place is really clean and spacious I'll definitely bring my whole family here

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4.4(315 reviews)

Ohhh baby we got a winner!!!…read more I had high expectations when I saw the Michilin Bib hanging over the kitchen, and boy did it live up to it. Not only was the food great but it also has a very cozy and unique vibe inside (well I guess technically it's outside.) there was no line and we got our food quick, I can't think of one thing to complain about. I got three tacos, all costing a mere 5$; Pork: absolutely blew me away. The first taco I started with and set the bar very high. I tried the first bite with all my friends and we instantly locked eyes because we knew we found something special 9.7/10 Pollo: nearly on the same level as the pork. The red onions on top gave it great texture and a unique flavor profile 9.2/10 Barbacoa: on its own it was solid! But when compared to its counterparts it wasn't quite as jaw dropping. 8.1/10 Overall: 9.4/10

Decent tacos with original and fun takes on classics and vegan friendly options. But it left me…read morewanting more in terms of genuine flavor, textura and coziness that I would get from other taco spots in Oakland. It's a fun space to hang out and I admire their contribution to the community, but I'd still recommend folks to go to Fruitvale for more diversity and genuine flavors. The presentation and hand made tortillas were great though

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4.3(106 reviews)

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So delicious! Holy cow! I was just in the mood for a bean and cheese burrito, and I ordered the red…read moreone. The flavors and spices were vibrant, the tortilla was perfect and just the right amount of thin and chewy, very cheesy, and I asked for some hot sauce (I def would want way more than a small container but I am a hot sauce fiend) and their hot sauce was fire. The burrito is gigantic and I had plenty of leftovers! Friendly service, and cute interior and exterior. Places to sit inside and outside. So delicious. I also recommended it to my friend who lives in the neighborhood!

Not worth it. This is an example of why I drive to Hayward for Mexican food!…read more Not the friendliest person at the register either

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4.1(1.1k reviews)

2.1 mi•East Oakland

Went in with zero expectations and left planning my next visit…read more Stopped by Tacos Mi Rancho near Lake Merritt and honestly didn't know what to expect. From the outside, it looks like a straightforward taco truck, but wow was I surprised. I ordered the Carnitas Super Taco, which came loaded with lettuce, cheese, cilantro, onions, sour cream, and guacamole. Everything was fresh, well seasoned, and packed with flavor. My only complaint? You only get one taco per order because I definitely could've eaten another. The Kid ordered the Carne Asada Super Taco and before we even pulled away, she was asking for a second one. That's usually a pretty good sign. We also tried the horchata and jamaica, and both were delicious. The horchata was creamy and flavorful, while the jamaica was refreshing and not overly sweet. What surprised me most was how quickly they got the food out, especially considering how popular this spot seems to be. A few things to know: * Cash or Venmo only * Parking can be a challenge, but it's worth it * Keep an eye out for the new speed cameras in the area Their hours are another plus: Open daily, 9:30am- midnight Overall, this was one of those pleasant surprises that reminds you not to judge a place by appearances. Definitely looking forward to coming back.

As much as I wanted to rate this place higher, unfortunately the steak fries was below par…read more Tacos Mi Rancho is a food truck that operates near Lake Merritt. No tables and chairs outside - just pure to-go. Parking is limited to street parking with many of the spaces taken by Lake Merritt visitors. There was a constant flow of customers when I went during non-peak dining hours, so I'd assume that they have lines during other times. The steak fries were a bit bland with too much sour cream and less of everything else making the fries a bit soggy. The sauces did a lot of the heavy lifting to make this dish a bit more enjoyable. I would definitely come back to try their burritos and tacos - which are what they are most known for (I just was craving steak fries that day). There must be a reason why locals love this food truck!

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The shrimp tacos are amazing! I've only gone twice and had steak, chicken and shrimp taco…read more The shrimp tacos are by far my favorite! So flavorful and cooked to perfection. I also love their green salsa.

Came to try the tacos since everyone keeps talking about how good this place was. To be honest,…read morethey're alright. Their meat is a little salty. I think the best items were their fish taco with the pico de callo, and their ceviche. Their frescas tasted a little artificial, but still refreshing.

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I was hungry after spending 2.5 hrs at the dmv and met my mom at La Calaca Loca for lunch after as…read moreit is a short drive from the DMV. I hadn't been in many years but it was just as good as I remembered. I got the shrimp burrito and the guava agua fresca. The tortilla was toasted and I loved addition of mango salsa, both of which made LCL's version different than burritos I've had elsewhere. The agua fresca couldn't have been more refreshing on a hot day and wasn't overly sweet. Service was friendly. Love the decorations. Easy to pay with cash or card. Would come back if in the area and would love to try their chilaquiles off the breakfast menu!

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4.6(296 reviews)

4.4 mi•West Berkeley

Everything was so good! Our server was extremely knowledgeable and I had a lot of questions. I got…read morethere right as it opened, but it quickly filled up by the time I left. Must be a popular spot, and I can see why. The vibes are casual and fun- would love to have events here in the future. My coffee was rich and perfectly sweet. It was honestly a challenge to slowly sip it. The chilaquiles verdes were perfect, and the black beans are incredible.

On the taco trail today for Friday Funday with the man. We stopped by this place because it has…read morebeen on my "To Try" list for several months. We are in search of a Baja fish taco that is satisfying since both of the places we loved either closed or stopped serving the baja style. We went to Mersea earlier for the views and to check out TI and it was uninspiring so we rambled back to the east bay and decided to try Mercado. Reviews looked good (thanks y'all, I appreciate you) and despite a few misses on the baja taco (according to some reviews) we decided to take a run at it. The man was feeling jaded after the am stop and wasn't going for the fish, I stayed neutral...no one wants their little taco loving heart broken twice in one day...ultimately, he decided to try the fish taco plate with 1 baja and one grilled. I had the poblano mole tacos w/chicken. We shared the guacamole with chips. I had cafe de olla (it is called something else here) and he had the mocktail with the ginger beer. The ordering at the counter wasn't my favorite but the spot was pretty quiet for a Friday midday and the service was still exceptional. They were attentive and responsive. I would definitely go back at the same time cuz I don't like crowds. On to the food. Dayum! Everything was good. Well seasoned, beautifully plated, and sufficient serving size. I pigged out. For real...I waddled out of that joint. Brought every drop of the leftovers home so I could have the chocolate custard (DAYUM) for dessert with the remnants of my coffee. Him: he preferred the baja style to the grilled fish. As some others have said, it can fall apart (really stuffed with goodness) but he didn't want his fixins on the side. VERDICT: he'll be back for that taco. Me: I enjoyed the mole but the chicken in chunks didn't work for me. I would have preferred it shredded. I'll try something else next time and there will be a next time. Oh, and the black beans and green rice were flavorful as well. Standing order: guacamole and chips Cafe Chocolate custard... What? No pics? Come on now. I wasn't thinking 'bout y'all when my food came. Go take your own pics.

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(361 reviews)

Our first take out from here and it was fantastic. Mussamun in particular. Will return to sample…read moreadditional delights.

Cozy eatery serving Thai dishes reminiscent of the eateries in Thailand. A rustic ambience with…read moresimple tables, and you know instantly that the focus is going to be on the food! They've also made it to the Michelin Bib Gourmand list several years in a row, so you know the food is going to be legit! They don't accept reservations, so getting there and hoping for a table is your best bet. We were a group of 5, and after about a 20 min wait (pretty much par-for-the-course for a Saturday night), we were seated. They do have tables outside, but we were told that we couldn't start our meal outside and then move to a table indoors after one was available, so we waited. Oh well! As we waited, we noticed a steady stream of online orders, indicating this is a popular place with those in the neighborhood. We got a few beers while we waited for a table. They also have Thai iced teas/coffee/lemonade, and serve young coconuts with water. We got a bunch of appetizers to share and some entrees. We got the crispy rice pork salad, this is served with lettuce leaves and herbs and a wedge of lime. I loved this dish - the crispy rice and ground pork combination was balanced and the squeeze of lime juice made for a perfect bite wrapped in a lettuce leaf with mint and cilantro. Next was the Bird & Buffalo Chicken wings, perfectly crispy and tossed in salt and pepper. Good for folks who don't enjoy the spice. We also got the grilled pork spare ribs to share, which folks enjoyed. For entrees we had the drunken noodles with pork, green curry with rice and massaman curry with rice. I could have done with a spicier version of the green curry, but it was flavorful and satisfying. Overall, a solid spot for Thai food - we will be back to sample some of their other dishes too!

Love the benches!

Oyster mushrooms + aioli

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Beer on tap

Todos

4.1(272 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!

The place is beautiful with an amazing aesthetic. I also loved that you don't even have to talk to…read moreanyone to order since everything is done through a QR code, it made the whole experience quick and easy. I'm giving it 3 stars because I honestly don't understand why everyone raves about the ceviche. It was very bland, and we had to ask for hot sauce, extra lime, and salt just to give it some flavor. On the other hand, the quesabirrias were absolutely amazing, and the three dip with chips was so good. The cocktails were also excellent. My recommendation: skip the ceviche and go for the quesabirrias, 3 dip and cocktails instead!

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Flautas

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Casa Margarita

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Katelyn D.

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12 years ago

Best tacos. Cheap and good. Normally cheap food can give you mud butt. Not this spot. They have the best salsa. The burritos aren't decent. But if you go here I suggest you get 7-8 tacos. I'm here a few times a week. You should be too! read more

John P.

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13 years ago

Good mexican food Sopas are really tasty and the food is fresh good prices read more

Michael T.

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9 years ago

Nice people. Great food. Whatever they're doing, they're doing it right.

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