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    Taco Rico

    4.9 (143 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Food Trucks
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Lisa N.

    After seeing all the great reviews, I was excited to stop by after a hike for some tacos. I don't get the hype because this place was average at best. I got 4 tacos, 2 al pastor and 2 carne asada. I enjoyed the pastor more but found both meats to be a bit bland. Service is super quick and friendly, wish they had a salsa bar but there was only some type of chili oil. This place is skippable and there are better options around.

    Al pastor and carne asada tacos
    Megan P.

    For a food truck- 5 stars. Ordered an al pastor (amazing) which came with some diced pineapple on top. I love when al pastor has pineapple and it's not always added so this was a nice surprise. Carne asada was perfect flavor and no fat to be found.

    3x Pastor, 1x Chorizo (gotta respect a place that makes their own chorizo)

    Best authentic taqueria/street tacos in the area, especially the Pastor! Exceptional Birria. Hot sauces are great too. Good portions for a fair price. I met Miguel the owner, a genuinely nice guy, and plan to support local business like his where they work hard to give you great food & service.

    Small trailer, but excellent tacos!
    Judd R.

    For a little taco trailer located in a unusual place, there were some amazingly delicious tacos! Very friendly and helpful staff. They even have a little table set up if you want to eat them there. I had the tacos, al pastor on their homemade tortillas. The next time I'm in Tucson, I will definitely look for them again!

    Plain chicken tacos for my kid
    Tawnee H.

    One of the best (if not THE best) taco carts you'll find. Not only is the food insanely good, but the staff is always so friendly and kind too. My husband loves their burritos, I enjoy all the different tacos, and my somewhat picky 4 year old can always find something on the menu that he'll eat. They are normally located at the Fascinations on Ina. They put out a couple of tables underneath trees so you're able to sit there to wait or enjoy your food there. You can also grab anything to go and they pack it up really well!

    If you're in the Tucson area, do yourself a huge favor and stop at Taco Rico. The meats they serve up there are some of the best I've ever had--and I've eaten tacos all over the southwest for over 50 years. The asada and pastor could very well be the best I've ever had. The salsas that came with my asada burrito and pastor taco were spot on! Spicy and flavorful. Topped it off with a bottled Mexican coke and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be coming back whenever I'm in the Old Pueblo!

    Leah B.

    I've had so many street tacos in my life, and other than this one place in MX- Taco Rico has the best tacos hands down. Every time I go, the flavor of the meats are phenomenal. I've tried every one and my favorites are the pastor, suadero, and cabeza. Pro tip- you can get the meats mixed in a taco if you want both and the suadero/cabeza combo is really good. I also recommend the horchata, it's homemade. The truck and tables are always clean and everyone working there has great recommendations.

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    Kyle K.

    If you would have told me that I was gonna have lunch from a taco truck in front of an adult toy store this morning, I would have been a little confused, so much so that I didn't even take food pics cause I wasn't expecting it. Hands down best Mexican/tacos in northwest Tucson/Marana. When you live in the place with the best Mexican food it's hard to believe that it's hard to find, but living on this side of town it's really hit or miss if you are gonna get true authentic street tacos, burritos and quesadillas. Taco Rico's delivered! Service was awesome and quick. Menu was to the point and not clogged up with a bunch of BS. The atmosphere was just to be expected an adult toy shop parking lot with a canopy, plastic tables and chairs but you're not here for that. Keep up the good work!

    Taco lunch

    Great tacos! Reasonable prices. Friendly service. We stopped at this food truck for a quick lunch and we will be back.

    Suadero burrito no rice
    Chelsea J.

    Tonight I had the suadero burrito and I can honestly say it's one of the best burritos I've ever had. I got it without rice but it usually comes with rice, beans, pico and cheese. The beans are definitely homemade. The flavor of the burrito is insanely good. Do not even hesitate getting food from here!!

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    Hands down the best taco truck I have ever Had 10/10 best carne tacos I've had be sure to try on weekends to !

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    Hand's down of the best tacos on the NW side of town with prices you cant beat. The Birria on the weekends is great!

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    Great birria tacos and quesadillas! Plus, extremely friendly staff! We will be back :)

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    I just love this food truck! You can tell the food is made with Love absolutely amazing taco's!

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    Incredibly friendly. Great tacos. Worth your while to stop. They even have a small outdoor area to eat.

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