Tacompadre

4.7 (281 reviews)

Tacos, New Mexican Cuisine

Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Disgusting and inattentive service. Came here on a Thursday night , stood at the counter for almost 20 minutes and had to echo out a hello for any service. After ordering this employee began to use his phone, pick his nose and touch ALL the pizza ingredients. Made the food and went back to his phone / blowing his nose. As you can see he wasnt even phased by the videos i took of him being gross. This guy is going to get the place shut down.

Tori G.

I love this place! I always go for my lunch break from work. They have the best pizza and tacos! Best bang for your buck for sure!

Jonathan B.

Fantastic spot in Downtown Santa Ana! Awesome alambres, seriously delicious! Fantastic portions with an awesome salsa bar, I love this place! Service was great, thank you for the great experience! There's free parking for 1 hour near by, or paid parking in the back. There's also an arcade and bar upstairs, this place is popping!

Jeremy P.

Last stop on DJ Lexakhans taco crawl and didn't disappoint. Super legit authentic CDMX style tacos. Suadero tacos are super tender and flavorful, highly recommend this stop

Emily M.

Our new favorite tacos! This place is definitely going to hit a Yelp top 20 spots list soon based on my experience! These are larger than street tacos and they Jam Pack with delicious tender flavorful meats. Great taco Tuesday deals as well but the price is good anytime of the week. Birria is so flavorful and moist and carne asada is grilled and juicy. Salsa bar is excellent. Everything in it was a big hit especially the green salsa, Pinneaple salsa, the grilled onions, and that super spicy salsa. The owner and staff are all amazing with customer service and makes you feel very welcome. I'm definitely adding this into my regular meal rotations!

Yurie H.

Large portions and good bang for your buck. Tacompadre is located in downtown Santa Ana parking is structure which is free for one hour. Restaurant has table seatings and a arcade upstairs. I got the three taco plate with veggie chicken and asada. My fiance got the fajita style with asada and suadero. Service was a bit slow due to the large order they were making but were in no rush so wasn't a huge deal. They have many salsas and topping on the side. Asada was my favorite! Chicken was a bit dry, but the salsa helped. They also have pickled pineapples which is delicious. Overall solid taco place that will keep you full for a while.

Megan S.

The food is amazing. Pictures look accurate to what you receive. The service is great. They are patient with first timers to the establishment and the ambiance was just right. Being in a marketplace with two other eateries it really stands out. We got the queso tacos and the quesadilla both were excellent. Also do not forget to grab the cannolis! They also have halal options which is amazing and very inclusive for everyone to enjoy!

Galia

Amazing service and delicious food. Jeremy was a great person and I loved the pizza!! My sister loves her tacobirrias.

Birds tacos, el pastor French fries, barbecue wings

Jessica Y.

The food was a 10/10! We really enjoyed everything that we bought. Honestly great space as well it's a food hall with this being one of the 4 places to choose from. Upstairs is a totally fun vibe with an arcade and bar and nice patio seating outside. We sat on the second floor and enjoyed the dodger game. The service was great the manager was super nice. The parking lot is a bit small but there is a bigger parking lot a couple blocks away.

I'm always on the hunt for new taco spots, and checking out TaCompadre was the best decision ever! I tried the al pastor and carne asada, and the flavors were absolutely spot on. A huge bonus is their toppings bar, which lets you customize your tacos exactly how you like them. Plus, they share a space with Mongiello's Pizza--so if you're with a group, friends can grab wings or fresh, scratch-made pizza while you smash some tacos. It's an absolute must-try if you're in Downtown Santa Ana! The service is great too, you get greeted as soon as you walk in. During the week if you go after 5pm they have an arcade upstairs with retro and modern games.

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Jeannette G.

10 months ago

The place is clean and it has Ac witch is fantastic for this hot summer nights the ambiance is great there is a club up stairs and the music helps the service is and the food is delicious. read more

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Jennifer J.

2 years ago

Fast and awesome serviceI loved there tacos and the agua de mango with Pinapple and the pizza al pastor read more

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Andrew P.

1 year ago

Super nice staff and food smells so good been looking around for a really nice place to hangout this place has wonderful atmosphere read more

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Danielle B.

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2 years ago

First time coming here and will definitely back!! The food is delicious and the service is friendly! We ordered the three taco combo with rice and beans and carne asada burrito and neither disappointed!! The order of hot chips and awesome salsa bar were a plus! Want to come back to try some other menu items! This place is also reasonably priced. Great find in the McFadden public market!! read more

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Juel M.

2 years ago

The service was good, the food not so much. I ordered the carne asada burrito and the meat was horrible! I couldn't even eat a quarter of the burrito. Too much fat no flavor no seasoning didn't even taste like steak. read more

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Jermaine S.

Hello, Juel. Thanks for your feedback. we will make sure we take the…

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David V.

2 years ago

Located right below the Mission Control barcade, it's a great spot for a quick bite and then some drinks and games. Price was fair and food portions were good Self order kiosk made it easy to order. read more

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Vic V.

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Cool little place in the McFadden market on Main. Parking is only available at the structure on 5th and Bush or 5th and Main. Pros: staff was friendly, accommodating and nice. The tacos were packed with meat and the suadero was my favorite. The green salsa is pretty good mild sauce without tasting too much like tomatillo like most green salsas do. The pineapple habanero was very fresh tasting with the fruit sweetness and just a second hand kick but it wasn't bad. The black salsa is supposedly the spiciest but I didn't think it was that bad. It has a rich smokey flavor that's pretty good. Cons: besides the suadero I felt the other tacos were average in taste. You have to put your own toppings at the salsa bar but without it, they could be kinda plain. The black tortillas weren't any different than average tortillas but the tacos are good size at least. That's really the only slight negative. Oh and the horchata was sweet but bland. The tacos were good but not bomb. The guy that helped us was super cool and that's what bumped up the stars. If I was in the marketplace again I would have a taco but wouldn't go out of my way to go just for that. read more

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Cintya G.

2 years ago

I had their pizza and wings. I personally enjoy their pepperoni and hot wings. The place is shared with different food vendors. :) located in downtown Santa Ana read more

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Roberto T.

11 months ago

Visited here because they had a 4.6 star review, but this was misleading. I ordered the birria tacos and they were very greasy and not edible. The beans and rice that accompanied the tacos were not very good and not seasoned. There were no other customers at the restaurant and it was lunch time, that should have been my first warning this place was a "no go"! There was no free parking, you have to pay to park. Overall, I will not be returning. Oh and the kitchen looked dirty read more

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Jermaine S.

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Alex R.

2 years ago

Very munchable 10/10 would recommend. The fire department came. Yummy food. The people are nice and it's very calm read more

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Eric A.

2 years ago

I visited Tacovompadre for the first time in a Taco Tuesday. They had a pretty good deal on their tacos today so I went ahead and ordered tacos de birria. The tacos were simply mind blowing, bro. They have such a delicious, unique flavor that you not only feel in your taste buds, but in your soul too!! In the culinary arts, these tacos expressed their flavor like discovering your favorite song or your favorite poem for the first time. Accented with authentic, flavorful salsas, along with chips and guacamole, this will be a Taco Tuesday that I will remember! You don't know Santa Ana until you try these works of art! read more

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Kathleen P.

2 years ago

Great food! Queasabirria tacos and pizza were tasty and fresh. Great salsa bar too! Will be coming back!

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Adegbola A.

5 months ago

very fast service, good food, very nice restaurant with an arcade upstairs, highly recommend.

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Kimmy P.

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Dont trust yelp reviews. I only tried tacos for taco tuesday This food was gross. The guacamole was extremely salty as well as the tacos. It was like taking a bite of the ocean... do not come here for Taco Tuesday. Parking was also a hassle. Perhaps their pizza pr wings were good but not the food read more

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Jermaine S.

HI Kimmy, I'm sorry your experience wasn't as good as others that had…

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Madalin C.

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3 years ago

I love coming here especially for their taco Tuesday deal! Great selection of meats and their blue corn tortillas are exceptional. Jermaine is friendly and makes the overall experience truly enjoyable! read more

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Lisa D.

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This taco location is pretty new. It's located inside the McFadden Public Market, under Mission Control (Arcade Bar). When we went on a Sunday, there was no line and there was plenty to choose from the menu. We decided to try the Alambres and Horchata. Both of the items we chose were really good. Their salsa selections were great too. There was a black salsa (that has to be requested) that definitely had the heat that creeped up, but also packed with a lot of flavor. The horchata tasted really yummy. The alambres included 4 tortillas with the dish, so you can create your own tacos or eat the dish on its own. I would like the asada meat to have slightly more flavor, but everything combined made it taste really good. Customer service was great and there's a cute patio area to eat at too. It's definitely a cute date place! read more

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Jessica Jasmine R.

1 year ago

Hawaiian pizza was AMAZING! Great staff and fast service! love the vibes in here, very welcoming people!

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I am being very generous with the stars, but I rate them as I see taste them. This place is delicious! I am in love with their corn tortillas and don't get me started on their green salsa. I am not a fan of caliente, but their green has so much flavor minus the heat! You cant' go wrong. There is also the norm red, which I tried, but couldn't handle. Taco Tuesday this is our new to go place. I am a simple girl. I went with the asada and pollo. The meat is soft, tender, and I did not find one hard piece of meat. That's what I'm talking about! We will be back, and next time I want to try the french fries with asada. Just a taste. read more

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Jermaine S.

Thanks very much for your comments, next time your here get pastor,…

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Andrew C.

2 years ago

Nice clean spot cool staff Loved the tacos GREAT SAUCE Food was excellent Recommend read more

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Rita M.

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3 years ago

First, this spot is in such a fun area and the atmosphere is so vibey and next to mission control so you can listen to music while you eat I ordered the asada burrito 10/10. I would 100% recommend this to all my friends read more

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Miriam S.

4 years ago

Menu is simple, Tacos are tasty, salsa taste is good! Large portions, price is reasonable Open late Taco Tuesday Will be back more often. read more

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Jermaine S.

Hi Miriam, thanks for your review, just like you mention above we…

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Andrea B.

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3 years ago

Delicious food! Quick service! Such a cool restaurant bar! Love the fact that they have sinks to wash your hands, to not clog up the bathroom (pun intended) and it's separate bathroom. read more

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Eric C.

3 years ago

Great, friendly service and the food was even better. Tasty meats of birria and al pastor. Cosume was very flavorful and the pineapple salsa was a good addition to the tacos. Plenty of seating and it was a great atmosphere for a lunch crowd. Definitely stop by if in the area and plenty of different combinations to try. read more

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Anuar C.

2 years ago

Very quick service, and the quesotaco tacos were amazing! Also very generous with their portions! read more

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Juan E.

2 years ago

One of the worst places to order food from, I just ordered two tacos and Alambre plate with arroz con Leche. Let me tell you these were the worst plain tacos I ever had no onions, no cilantro, no salsa. The alambre plate was greasy with no flavor and as for arroz con Leche couldn't tell you cause I never got it . They send me a jell-O instead crazy huh! read more

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HI Juan, I'm sorry your experience wasn't as great as everyone else.…

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Hector N.

3 years ago

Wow! #Tacompadre definitely has the best tacos in the OC!! Suadero was juicy, birria was flavorful, cochinito Pibil was off the hook!! The extra spicy salsa was my favorite. Come try this place if you haven't already. The arcade room up stairs is perfect for the kiddos and super cool. Definitely recommend this place and they also sell pizza too! read more

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Gabriela A.

1 year ago

The service was exceptional--friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. The food was absolutely delicious, with every dish beautifully presented and full of flavor. The ambience was equally as impressive! read more

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MJ P.

3 years ago

Have been wanting to try this place and it did not disappoint! I love the blue corn tortilla and all the meats were deliciously marinated. Lots of seating and it's right next to a tiki bar. Service was great definitely will be back for more tacos read more

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Jose G A.

2 years ago

Great food and service,all variety pizza,wings and Mexican food excellentand the best ambiance.

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Hania k.

1 year ago

Very good tacos, and good service! I appreciated the service here at this place. very clean

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Aaron A.

2 years ago

Very generous staff and awesome menu So fun that there is a barcade upstairs Eclectic menu read more

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Nicholas D.

8 months ago

this place is awesome and plus I get a free rice pudding to give a review highly recommend this place for anybody who can't choose between tacos and pizza read more

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Alexis J.

2 years ago

Such a tasty spot!!! The location is perfect, nestled in a building with a couple bars. And great service.

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Oscar M.

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2 years ago

Got pizza and tacos. First time here, and it's amazing. The service is great. All workers are friendly and recommend if asked what you like.

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Gabrielle A.

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3 years ago

Great service! Delicious tacos and alambre :) came here for the arcade upstairs and wanted to grab some food beforehand. Presentation and ambience are top tier. Love it! read more

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Suzanne H.

2 years ago

This is a good place to get great pizza! All of their food is fantastic! It's located in McFadden Market so it's a fun place to make a night of it; dinner and arcade games at Mission Control. read more

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Willian C.

3 years ago

This amount of NERVES is insulting. Yes that's the part of the meat you usually throw away, and there was more of that than real meat. I'm never coming back here. Worst carne asada I've ever had. Also who eats this much bell of pepper? Also I felt like crap the whole day after that meal. Definitely poor quality food, stay away. read more

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Jermaine S.

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Mattheu D.

2 years ago

A perfect portion size, would come here again. The people are chill, a healthy amount of guacamole, and the asada is great. The tortillas are larger which I like. read more

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Dionne G.

3 years ago

Delicious tacos; will come again! My favorite were the quesotacos! Great atmosphere too! read more

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Kissel G.

3 years ago

I was excited to see cochinita on the menu. It was pretty good ngl. I also ordered 3 tacos and rice. The consome for the Birria was fire. The service was great, super friendly staff. :) Also the horchata was really good, not too sweet. The salsa were okay but the pineapple with habaneros was really good. Also pretty sitting area. With indoor and outdoor seating available. read more

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515 N Main St
Ste A
Santa Ana, CA 92701
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Hours

What time does Tacompadre open?

Tacompadre opens at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Tacompadre opens at 11:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Tacompadre close?

Tacompadre is closed on Monday.Tacompadre closes at 9:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Tacompadre closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon ClosedTue-Thu 10:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)Sat 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM (Next day)Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Tacompadre take Bitcoin?

No, Tacompadre does not take Bitcoin.

Does Tacompadre take credit cards?

Yes, Tacompadre takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Tacompadre have catering options?

Yes, Tacompadre does have catering options.

Does Tacompadre have a drive thru?

No, Tacompadre does not have a drive thru.

Does Tacompadre serve alcohol?

Yes, Tacompadre serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Tacompadre allow dogs?

Yes, Tacompadre allows dogs.

Does Tacompadre have TVs?

Yes, Tacompadre has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tacompadre have bike parking?

Yes, Tacompadre has bike parking.

Does Tacompadre have outdoor seating?

Yes, Tacompadre has outdoor seating options.

Does Tacompadre have parking?

Yes, Tacompadre has parking options. Garage Parking

Other Amenities

Is Tacompadre wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Tacompadre is wheelchair accessible.

Does Tacompadre have free WiFi?

Yes, Tacompadre has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Here at Tacompadre you can try the real street tacos from Mexico City, combined with the traditional California street food like carne asada fries, burritos and more.

History

Established in 2022.

Tacompadre is a Family Owned and Operated restaurant based in Santa Ana, CA. Bringing authentic Mexico City-inspired flavors. The Sanchez brothers founded Tacompadre after spending much of their childhood in Mexico City. They saw firsthand how tasty and distinct the cuisine in Mexico City is compared to its American counterpart. Later relocated to Orange County carrying that entrepreneurial spirit, and dreamed of bringing a unique dining experience to Santa Ana patrons, one that infuses the flavors of Mexico City with traditional Cal-Mex offerings. Tacompadre is all about attention to detail. You won't find any corners cut here. Expect fresh batches of salsa made in-house daily, guacamole made from fresh-cut avocados, and high-quality meats sourced and marinated in recipes that have been tried and tested extensively. There's no other way to describe tacos from Tacompadre other than to say they are "tacos chingones"!

Meet the Business Owner: Alejandro S.

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Do al pastor tacos come with "piña"?

Our al pastor adobo has pineapple juice in it, and we also have a pineapple habanero salsa on our salsa bar.

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I heard you guys have halal options too is that correct?

Yes we are, stop by to try carne asada, birria and chicken. We also have pizza with pepperoni halal, and all our wings are 100% zabiha halal

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Locally owned & operated

T.B. provided excellent service!!, The food came out fast and pipping hot. 10/10, definitely…read morerecommend trying this place out.

Hectic, borderline restaurant but food was good and filling service was fast potatoes amazingread more

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Navarro's Taqueria

I came here with my coworkers for lunch and so glad that we did. I'm disappointed that I have not…read morebeen here sooner! There is a decent size parking lot for Navarro's. It is next to a gas station. It looks like a pretty popular place during the lunch hour. It's a smaller place inside, but they do have an outdoor patio. We were able to find a small table, not too far from the front counter. Ordering at the front was easy. The staff was friendly and quick. We could see the cook grilling up the meats as we placed our order. There were at least five different salsas to choose from as well as cucumbers and a chili oil at the self-serve salsa bar. I noticed a customer in front of us ordered a kids plate which included two street tacos and rice and beans. That's what I ended up ordering with Carne Asada and chorizo. There were four or five proteins to choose from for the kids plate. I loved the grilled meats with the char flavor. It was delicious! Everything was well seasoned. I wish I would've ordered a third or maybe even a fourth taco because it was that good! I will definitely come back many times and it's going to be on our lunch rotation for sure.

I ordered the BK breakfast burrito through Postmates since I was at work and really feeling a…read morebreakfast burrito. So I tried this out. I'm glad I did. The burrito was solid sized, I was definitely full after eating it. Great seasoned potato wedges inside, tasty egg, and plenty of bacon and sausage. Only thing with the bacon and sausage was that the bacon was actually bacon bits. I'm pretty sure they are pre bagged bacon bits, judging by the extreme salty taste...they overpowered the sausage inside so all I was really getting was bacon bits. There was supposed to be chipotle mayo inside as well, but I don't think mine had it. Or it was also overpowered by the bacon bits. Burrito was grilled on both sides and wrapped up nicely. By the time I got it, it was still super hot. The green and red salsas are also delicious.

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Chicken Enchiladas

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Birria Combo A

Tacos Gutierrez

Family-owned & operated

LGBTQ friendly

Taco Gutierrez you have my whole heart!…read more After having moved to Santa Ana last year this has become my go-to spot for tacos close by. It's hard to find a good Taco Tuesday but they do a great job helping the community and keeping the prices $1.50 for basic meats like pollo, asada, and al pastor. I personally love my lengua and this truck has some of the best I've tried! It is a bit pricier but definitely worth it given the taste/quality. A couple things about the condiments--green sauce is spicier than you think, red one is more of a salsa and not that hot. Radishes are unfortunately not very crunchy/juicy at this location so I don't get it as often as I would at other taco spots. If you're ever in a rush, they do phone orders AND DoorDash. I've done all the methods and quality stays up there each time! However, if you do wanna enjoy your tacos right after they're prepared, you can always sit at their tables next to the truck. They have quite a bit of dining space and I've never seen it too crowded to the point of having difficulty finding a spot to sit. In terms of finding the truck, you just need to turn into S Hathaway St. Very close to the train tracks. I park in any free space they have there, since the businesses are usually closed after 5pm (which is when the truck opens).

Came here on a Tuesday. Place wasn't too crowded and we were helped promptly…read more $1.50 tacos are a bargain these days, and they were reasonably sized. I got 3 asada and they were great! Small counter with radish, cucumber, and salsas as well as some Mexican lollipops (def took a few for the road) I definitely will be coming here on Tuesdays from now on!

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Come make your own combination.

Taco Tuesday come get your tacos.

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The Taco Connection

Best tacos ever! The chorreada is bomb! And the asada tacos are 10/10. Its the closest to a taco…read moremexicano! The micheladas are amazin as well. The restaurant is extra clean and the service is great. Thanks Carlos you rock!

Good service. Tacos were good and they give u grilled onions as well but they wrapped them in only…read moretinfoil with no plates. Horchata tasted old as well.

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Aguas frescas (Natural Waters- Homemade)

Asada, Pollo, and Chuletas Quesadilla

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Asada, Pollo, and Chuletas Tacos

Taqueria El Gordito

Taqueria El Gordito is one of my go-to late-night taco spots, especially after work--and it never…read moremisses. They're open until 3am, which already puts them in a clutch category. This is the kind of place you rely on when you need something solid, fast, and satisfying. My usual order is the asada or cabeza tacos--and they don't hold back. The tacos are big, flavorful, and consistently good every time. Every now and then I switch it up with the chile relleno burrito, which is also worth it. Everything I've had here hits. The salsa selection is solid too. They don't have it laid out anymore, but you can just ask at the counter--and they'll take care of you. They've always been cool about giving extra when needed. They've also got a good variety of drinks to go with it. I usually take my food to-go, but the outdoor patio is there if you want to sit and eat. Service is friendly, quick, and consistent--another reason I keep coming back. If you're looking for a reliable late-night taco spot that delivers on flavor and portion, this is it.

I was in the area and decided to grab some lunch. Someone mentioned that the Horchata water was…read moregood, first of all it was from the machine so that was already a bad sign. The tacos had plenty of meat tho. I had 2 adabada and 2 cabesa tacos. Adobada Tacos - the tortillas could use a little more oil when you say TJ style. The meat was more in the sweet side 1-5 (1) Cabesa Tacos- The meat was nice and fresh and had good flavor 1-5 (4) the yellow corn tortilla is always a nice touch. The salsas 1-5 (1) are not spicy and lack flavor It's not sitting outside but I'd rather eat inside. The Horchata Water can also use some work. 1-5 (2) This is just my taste buds talking we all have different taste buds, but this would not be my first choice for tacos.

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Breakfast grub.

Breakfast burrito

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Burrito combo, massive!

Taqueria Tapatia

Been eating here 50 years! Traditional food, made RIGHT!…read more Love the carrots! Al Pastor is my go-to.

We come here a lot. However, they seem to have a big problem…read more Orders do not always get done correctly. We come in and get the same exact thing. Mojjara's We get the fried fish platter. My gets everything and I get the fish with rice only. We order them separate every time and the majority of the time they get my order wrong. Come on now, how hard is it when the person taking the order speaks perfect English and you still get the order wrong. Get better people.

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Menu june 25

Ah Carbon Tacos

3.8

(25 reviews)

0.9 mi

Really good tacos , Muy buen savor tortilla Frescas tambien pedimos asadas fries y estaban super…read moregrandes y ricas 10 de 10

I stopped by this taco truck this past weekend, and after trying quite a few taco spots, here are…read moremy thoughts on this one. First off, I really love that they use charcoal to cook their meat. That smoky flavor is something you just can't replicate with other cooking methods, and it definitely stands out. They also give a generous amount of sides and avocado with every taco, which I really appreciated. I ordered the tripe, chorizo, and carne asada tacos. The carne asada was good--nice flavor overall, though it could use just a touch more salt. Still very enjoyable and easy to overlook. I'd give the asada a 8/10. The tripe taco was where I struggled a bit. I usually like tripe with a bit of bite and crunch, but this one was way too crunchy. At one point I genuinely wondered if I was going to crack a tooth . It also needed more salt.If they cooked this a little less honestly this would be much higher on my rating. I'd rate the tripe a 5.5/10. The chorizo was well cooked and flavorful. Like many places now, the seasoning was lighter so you can adjust it yourself, which I don't mind at all. I'd give the chorizo a 7/10. Overall, this is a decent taco truck with some solid flavors and good portions. Worth checking out, especially if you appreciate charcoal-grilled meat.

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El taquero prepping the meats for that mesquite fire.

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Little Pan

Women-owned & operated

Minority-owned & operated

Stopped in for a quick dinner with friends. I do like the ability to order from the table vs…read moreordering at the front. It was a little tricky for my friends who sat at the same table because when they each scanned the QR code to order, it ended up putting them all together and any edits made actually affected the other people's orders. I was not involved in that thankfully as I used a different QR code at the tables we all sat at. From order to receiving our meal, everything was delicious, don't be like me and not realize how big those pan fried bao are... I ended up having so much left over to take back and share with other friends I was meeting up with that evening. The bao were absolutely delicious! Stuffed to the brim of filling and perfectly toasted on the bottom. The mapo tofu was so comforting as it's a dish I typically make at home. The cheese corn was so cheesy, but didn't have as much corn as I thought, but none the less also amazing! The star was the braised pork belly. Absolutely loved it and could easily eat those all the time. Definitely worth checking out

Had lunch plans with a friend and we were debating on where to go. She was craving something new…read moreand came across Little Pan on her tiktok. The video looked inviting so we went for it. She got a bento box with katsu chicken, rice, etc. Ordered egg rolls as side too. Sadly she didn't seem impressed. Barely ate half of the box, one egg roll, and then said she is ready to step away. I didn't try any of it, but it looked simple and good. I got the egg fried rice and beef chow mein. I was quite happy with my plates. Good mix of flavors, perfect texture to both. The portions were larger than I anticipated, so I had some to take home and it all reheated well. Service was good. The young folks working were very attentive, checked up on us regularly, and kept our water dispensing bottle full... This little strip of small businesses is in a nice area, very close to the 55 freeway. Easy to access, decent amount of parking, and has an "active" security guard walking the grounds regularly.

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Chocolate Pan-Fried Bun

Mini Pan-Fried Bun in Chili Sauce

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Sweet and Sour Cucumber

XIBEI Eatery

Oil splashed noodles had perfect amount of spice for anyone who wants a lil kick of spice. The…read morexaiolongbao was good. The garlic noodles were a good balance between the flavors, not overly garlicky or buttery, very nice.

TL;DR: High-quality food and elite service, but wear a black shirt because the excellent chili oil…read moreis highly splatter-prone. Xibei absolutely nails it with their Combo 1. The beef short rib noodles are incredible, and the meat literally falls off the bone. It comes with a really refreshing side salad and a delicious jasmine tea that balances everything out perfectly. Just a word of warning if you happen to be a messy eater like me: the chili oil on the noodles is great, but it will absolutely weaponize your own clumsiness against you. I managed to get a nice splash of it directly on my shirt. It's a permanent souvenir now, but honestly, the flavor was worth the casualty. Outside of the wardrobe malfunction, the service here is phenomenal. You can tell the staff genuinely cares about the experience you have. We will definitely be back, just wearing dark clothing next time.

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Xibei: modern minimal nice interior

C.Mango Coconut Milk Smoothie- and C.Jasmine Green Tea-jasmine

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Beef & Onion Shiu Mai

Tacos Los Cholos - Santa Ana

Tacos taste great and also have big portions - got the asada, adobada, costilla de res, and pork…read morebelly and all were solid!

Delicious tacos. Highly recommend the beef rib and pork belly! Quick and friendly service.read more

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Poppa loca!!!!

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Salsa tour

Angel's Tijuana Tacos

Came to see what the hype is all about. Long line but quick service, the line moved very quickly!…read moreLots of Meat Options, Keto Tacos, Burritos, Vampiros, Loaded fries, Veggie tacos, etc. Definitely recommend trying!

Awesome food and service!!! The tacos are bomb and so are the baked potatoes!!! Will definitely be…read morecoming back soon!!!! You can't miss their weekly specials!!!

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Al pastor

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Magno P.

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2 years ago

Tacompadre in Santa Ana is a total winner! Let me tell you, their quesabirria tacos are the stuff dreams are made of. The birria is melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and they don't skimp on the filling. But the real star is the crunchy flour tortilla. It's the perfect balance of texture to the juicy goodness inside. Looking for something a little different? The suadero alambre is a must-try. The suadero (skirt steak) is cooked to perfection, and the whole thing is overflowing with melty cheese. They don't forget the veggies either, which adds a nice freshness to the dish. And to top it all off, don't miss the chocoflan. It's the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Creamy chocolate meets decadent flan in this delightful dessert. Overall, Tacompadre is a hidden gem in Santa Ana. Amazing food, friendly service, and a great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back! read more

Unk U.

2 years ago

Well, I'll tell ya, that Asada Burrito hit the spot like nobody's business! Had it with a good ol' Mexican Coke, and to my surprise, it was better than expected. That meat was soft as butter--no tough bits, just melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Tortilla had a nice flavor, and the Coke was ice-cold, just how I like it. Price? Fair as can be, didn't break the bank one bit. I'm already lookin' forward to my next visit. I reckon I'll be back for more, and I sure hope they keep it just like this. Highly recommend y'all try it! read more

Karla P.

2 years ago

Tacompadre is the bomb! The food is top-notch, bursting with flavor that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance. The tacos are out of this world, with a perfect balance of ingredients that create a fiesta in your mouth. The staff is super friendly and always make you feel like family. Plus, the amazing atmosphere adds to the whole experience. Whether you're craving traditional flavors or looking to try something new, Tacompadre is the place to be. Five stars all the way! read more

Patricia P.

1 year ago

So somehow I had this place saved on instagram. In a conversation about a political post they made they made several comments that would be considered antisemitic. Including the last one where they write, "i will keep being antisemitic because jews are the cancer or this world and they should be erased form the face of earth for ever. Happy Friday" This is not a business that should be receiving any attention or support. read more

Ry B.

8 days ago

Great staff, clean environment, and amazing food. Everything was fresh and well prepared. The service was friendly and attentive from start to finish. Definitely a place worth visiting, and you really can't go wrong here. read more

Anne B.

17 days ago

Tried Tacompadre and honestly wasn't very impressed. The tacos were okay, but the meat was pretty dry and didn't have a lot of flavor. Not so terrible, but there are a lot of taco spots I'd choose before coming back here read more

Alex M.

8 months ago

Mediocre food. Great for late night grub if you are hungry but would not go out of my way. Would recommend the LA street pizza! Also they have a arcade upstairs to play at after you eat. Very unique in DTSA. read more

Lindsey N.

217

3 years ago

I'm impressed. Coming back soon! First time trying cochinita pibil and it was so good! Omg so happy I ordered from here. Everything smelled so good and was equally delicious. Will definitely return! read more

Adrian G.

4 years ago

exelente sabor y atención a mi me encantan los tacos de cochinita con cebolla morada tienen una salsa de piña azada que es una bomba de sabor súper recomendable read more

Ricky V.