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    Tacos El Chino

    3.9 (124 reviews)
    InexpensiveFood Trucks, Tacos, Hot Dogs
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Shrimp, Lengua, el pastor tacos
    Tiffany S.

    They have a gated patio space, lots of outdoor seating! Ordered the shrimp, lengua, and el pastor tacos. My favorite is el pastor. They dress the tacos for you but I don't think the meat is that flavorful. Glad to try it, but I don't think it's my favorite.

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    Sir Chalky B.

    Came to this spot on a suggestion one evening. Loved how the space looked, on the corner, plenty of room to sit and eat. Took them a minute to recognize me but love the menu, the selection and I ordered Shrimp tacos. Tasty, flavorful and nicely garnished. I will be back a little earlier next time. I recommend.

    Asada and Carnitas tacos.
    Denzel T.

    I've been to Tacos El Chino several times now. I was plenty satisfied on my most recent visit. I really like the vibe of this place because it has covered outdoor seating which is perfect for a sunny spring or summer day. I ended up going with a mix of tacos including the asada and carnitas. I love that they give you a little tostada to soak up your leftover meat as well! I give this spot high marks. I've yet to try the mariscos truck in the same lot, but hope to at some point.

    Outdoor seating
    DJ G.

    Love going to this place. It's basically two stationary taco trucks On a lot. One of the trucks sell seafood and the other tacos and burritos. The setting is like an outdoor patio setting with plenty of parking. The food is very good and reasonably priced. They stay open till 10 pm. Definitely one my favorite spots for a quick meal.

    6/13/2023 tacos (pollo, pastor, asada)
    Tiffany H.

    I was craving tacos, and Tacos El Chino did not disappoint. I got three tacos: pollo, pastor, and asada. My favorites were the pollo and pastor, although all were good! Meat was flavorful and tender, and the proportion of filling to tortilla was just right! The tacos came with radish, grilled onions, and a pepper! They operate out of a food truck. There is a nice outdoor seating, and they even have televisions playing sports in Spanish. As someone coming from Southern California, the tacos feel a little pricy at $3 a pop, but I am happy to support. Definitely bring cash because they charge a $1.50 fee for using credit or debit.

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    Jacqueline F.

    These tacos are OK. This is my second time getting tacos from here. They don't travel well. By the time I got home, mere blocks away, and I drove, the tortillas were soggy. The salsa was OK. I got all carnitas tacos and they were nice enough to deliver them to us as we were leaving, my husband ordered upon arrival (he ate there), but for me, it was OK. It reminded me of a place that I'd ordered from when we were in Mexico, which was not great. These tacos were better, but still, better than not great isn't a good thing. Hard pass next time. I'll wait for the guys on 23rd street to set up shop and get something from them. Those guys can make some great tacos.

    Last customers of the day and the tacos were still 100% authentic and delicious! Best taco spot in the Bay Area.
    Mireya R.

    Beautiful set up and amazing food! We were the last customers of the day and ordered tacos not expecting a late night authentic meal. Best taco spot in the Bay Area, would love to try the Marisco truck next.

    Tacos de asada
    Abraham M.

    I was in the area and had heard great things about the food here so I decided to try out the food and I can say it was worth the money! As soon as I got there I instantly was blown away by how well organized the patio area and food trucks were that I decided to try out 5 tacos de asada, 3 with everything (pictured) and 2 with only the meat and beans ( not pictured). The service was very amazing and the cashier even asked me if I needed any extra condiments or any special requests for the food which was a surprise. In terms of portion sizing I would say this establishment is spot on and fills up their tacos with salsa and meat which makes every bite very appetizing! As a whole, I'd say the tacos was a solid 8.5/10 only due to the fact that I do wish the meat was a bit warmer aswell as the salsa being a bit more spicy, but regardless they were very delicious. In terms of overall experience I would give this place a 9.25/10 because the ambiance and just the whole experience and environment as a whole while being there was above par with other similar restaurants. Overall I would 100% recommend this spot and would come again!

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    Maya D.

    Solid tacos and nice outdoor seating which made sitting in the sunshine feel almost like being on a mini vacation.

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    This place is sooo good! It's hard to find truly authentic Mexican food, but this spot absolutely…read moredelivers. The birria was perfectly marinated and incredibly flavorful. We also tried the tacos al vapor--both the lengua and cabeza--and they were delicious, but the cabeza tacos were definitely my favorite! The carne asada and al pastor tacos were amazing too, and I loved that everything was served on fresh handmade tortillas. This is definitely going to be my go-to spot for Mexican food. I can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu, especially the menudo. To top it all off, the staff was so friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Great food and great service--highly recommend!

    I originally came for the birria, but I'll definitely be coming back for the tacos…read more The birria wasn't my favorite, it was a bit dry and lacked the rich flavor I was expecting. Thankfully, the lengua tacos completely made up for it. They were tender, flavorful, and easily the highlight of the meal. I'll definitely be ordering those again. The staff was friendly and provided great customer service, which made for a pleasant experience. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, so it's better suited for individuals or small groups rather than large gatherings. Just keep in mind that they only accept cash or Zelle, so come prepared. Parking can also be a little challenging depending on the time of day, but it's worth the effort. Overall, while the birria didn't win me over, the lengua tacos absolutely did. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu.

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    You enter and order at a kiosk. They offer a variety of aguas frescas, Mexican dishes, tamales, and…read moredesserts. They also have a full bar with some countertop seating and a small patio. The meats on the tacos were tender and well seasoned. My favorite were the carnitas for their slight crisp. The salsas are spicy but have good flavor. I also love that they come with pickled veggies and radishes! Tamales have a good masa to filling ratio and aren't dry. I was surprised when I ordered the rajas con queso (green pepper with cheese) tamal and it had some red sauce inside. The chilaquiles were a solid breakfast choice too. I wish there was more service/interaction with the client. You pick up your food at the food counter and after you're done you buss your own plates. Parking is limited in their parking lot but there's plenty of street parking around the corner.

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