This is a convenient taco stand, especially if you're coming from or heading to the Metro station right across the street. The tacos were good, and they have a self-serve salsa bar. Everyone working there was nice. I paid $26 for six tacos and a large horchata. read more

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I've been to a lotttttt of taco stands and this one by FAR is the best stand I've been to, best burrito I've ever had so fire!!!

One of the best tacos I've know. They are DELICIOUS! It had been several years I haven't been, but the price is still affordable & thy continue to bomb TACOS! The staff is super fun, friendly & fast. They finally put more sitting space after all these years and I like that. Highly recommend the tacos at El Primo! read more

Amazing tacos! Seems like prices have gone up a little and it's $2 per taco now, $2.50 for hand made tortillas, but well worth the price! We had to wait almost half an hour, but the service was extremely friendly, there's a really cute tent set up with seating and even some flowers, and could definitely see myself stopping by after a night out with friends or something read more

Still my fav street taco and burrito joint. Raised prices to $1.50 tacos ($2 tripa), $7 burritos is still worth it to me. CASH! Outdoor, quick eats or get to-go. My favorite meats are lengua and tripa. My SO's fav meat is al pastor. Both tacos and burritos are great choices. No salt needed time time. read more

I used to love this place, but it's gone down in quality over the last year. Their grilled onions sit around for awhile so lose its freshness and the meat just isn't seasoned as well as it used to. This is also the bigger issue for me - the grill cook doesn't wear gloves. I've looked the other way a few times I've been there, but I noticed his nails were dirty and he was openly scooping up cheese and meats with his bare hands and touching the tortilla. I'm sure there's kitchen hygiene misses that I'll never see when I go to a restaurant, but that is a turn-off for me. read more

Amazing tacos with quick and friendly service! I tried the chorizo, asada, pastor, tripa, and lengua tacos. The chorizo was my favorite! Each taco is $2 and there is a condiment station with radish/cucumbers, pickled onions, raw onions, lime, and salsa. There is also some outdoor seating available right in front of the stand. It's located at the edge of the street next to a neighborhood and the seating is quaint. Street parking is available. Overall would definitely return! read more

Tacos El Primo - Food Stands Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best tacos I've had outside of Mexico. Hands down. The bean tostada they add is a great touch. Tacos are 2 dollars a pop. I usually do 5-6. The cabeza is amazing. The suadero (brisket rib meat I believe) is crispy and amazing. Lengua spot on. Pastor is standard good. Exactly what I would expect. They have grilled AND pickled onions. That's a win. Salsa bar impeccable. Small seating area. Really nice guys. read more

Tacos El Primo - Cabeza, lengua, pastor , suadero. The perfect order - Food Stands Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I saw this while driving to a Halloween event and knew I needed To try. I got three Al Pastor tacos and ate one before I could even take a picture :). Inside the place, which is basically a sidewalk café surrounded by chain-link fence which was a little weird but typical LA... It was pretty clean and definitely well lit. We were there around 10:30 at night. There were multiple meat options and all looked pretty good and there was salsa and onions and lime as well as some drink options. These are not the best al Pastor tacos I've ever had but they were definitely very tasty and worth going back anytime I'm in the area. read more

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I am super happy they are open to Covid. I have been here at least half a dozen times before Covid. I think these are the best Al pastor tacos in LA. Stick wit tacos but my favorite are the mulitas. The torta is simple and just okay. I was actually heading to Ave 26 but was told to go here. Of course, I have compared this to Ave a couple times. Ave 26 is more like. Tourist spot or Dodger pre-game/post game hang out. You usually need to speak Spanish to order but today there was actually someone who spoke English. Do not expect a fancy diner with outdoor table service. This is how tacos and street food should be like. read more

Tacos El Primo - Wow! They finally have a menu! I got there too early so not all the meat was available. - Food Stands Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Funny how I'm ONLY the 10th person to review this place and seems as they've been around for some time, the locals know what's up https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=6EV66MB9RPezSoNNTdhkSQ&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Located on the corner of Pasadena Ave and Ave 36, behind a chain link fence, look for the the lights and crowd of people, bring your CASH Tacos are only $1.00, No Signs, NO Menu so not sure all what they offer but I'm here to kill a few tacos! *Sorry about dark photos, it's nighttime outdoors... Tacos ($1.00) https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=Jk9JUB6OYWs3Un4thCt18A&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Carne Asada y Al Pastor Carne Asada - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=N_POzq3uQGqajGmrbhmtxQ&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Nice lean meat grilled with great flavor, and they didn't skimp on the meat for $1.00, store bought corn tortillas were ok. 5-Stars Al Pastor - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=RtjQSTBGUqx30iegJbEX-Q&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Off the TROMPO was some very good Al Pastor, not great but very good no complaints. 4.5-Stars Mas Tacos - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=njx6FH5BdGzZdDJ_GLnsfw&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Buche y Chorizo Buche (Bien Dorado) - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=xTznIARK3RlOdm6XbOqcew&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg I asked for it bien dorado and they did it well, nice crunch almost resembles Bacon! it was delicious! 5-Stars Chorizo - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=tWtSEJh4EWKEpbL_QFHMVA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Nicely done with some charred pieces, two thumbs up! 5-Stars Quesadilla con Carne Asada ($4.00) https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=_Wa9ajqdt2ksZHIw_BIADg&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Some nicely grilled carne asada with good flavor, quesadilla had plenty of cheese https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles?select=BcOtxpYMNTy7XtS73APy3g&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg add some of their delicious salsa's and you're good to go! 5-Stars The have a nice Condiment set up with all the typical taco fixings and a variety of awesome salsa's!! 5-Star Salsa Roja! With ALL the Street Tacos in NELA.... Primo is right there at the Top! read more

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A friend took me here the first time and I am now a regular! Although, a bit intimidating being the only chinita in the joint, but services from the primos are always friendly and welcoming. Their alpastor is my absolute favorite. The meat is well seasoned and so flavorful. I've been to many taco stands/joints/trucks, but this place reign supreme. read more

I wanted to try for lunch since hours said it was open. Drove by and nobody was there. I hate when they list hours at wrong times it's so annoying. Wish we actually knew when they opened. read more

I really enjoyed their tacos they are delicious sauce and everyone are nice and helpful thank you I recommend this food they offer

best value for money tacos you can get! Try the trippa And lingua! Ambience can be a bit basic but hey, its the best tacos.

Where to start? I love street food and hole in the wall restaurants, there is no atmosphere, ambiance, high rent passed to customers, or corporate feel of hiring people who don't care. This place is the epitomy of a local 'mom and pop' type of business only its 4 guys instead. Their prices are extremely cheap($1.25 tacos), their portions are huge(guy literally uses taco to pick up as much meat as he can off grill) and they have a very large variety of meats available. But what stands out is the quality and execution. Yes, I know what you're saying...execution from a cheap taco stand? Well, they do something I've NEVER seen anyone else do before. Others just grill the meat, chop it up and serve, but that leads to super dry meat. These guys...they have a big foil wrapped pot where they stew all the meat in its own juices, then after its cooked they transfer it to grill to sear, this way all the juices are still in the meat. This leads to the best of both worlds, juicy, grilled, cheap, big tacos. Yes the 'seating area' is dirty and the salsa are just okay, but salsas are mainly if the tacos arent good in first place, and these tacos need nothing. On weekdays they are kinda quiet but, WOW weekends show just how much locals know where the good stuff is. My only regret is posting this review might get them more business and my food might take longer next time or prices might go up faster, but these guys deserve a long overdue steady stream of customers from people in highland park who don't know what good food actually tastes like. On a side note, they will quickly recognize me as I've literally eaten there 4 of last 5 days(great post workout food instead of protein shakes). read more

I have been going to this place for years, while it's been getting more popular I'm surprised it's still relatively unknown. Mexican food that hits at cheap prices. Tip: the hours are more 6pm, sometimes I've stopped by at 5:30pm and they are still prepping the meat read more

My Friend introduced me this Taco place. One of the best Taco spots. Staff is friendly and welcoming, food is fresh and delicious. This spot has become my to go place. You should give a try. To the owners ''Please always keep the quality" ;) ;) read more

This is a random taco stand inside of a small fenced in area. There are absolutely no frills here, just incredible tacos. I came here last night with a friend who promised me the best tacos I had ever had and boy was she right! I had the carne asada and the al pastor tacos. The carne asada was my favorite Really words can not describe how good it was. They make their own mild and hot salsa and have all the fixings there for you. I chose the green (mild) salsa, cilantro and onion, and a squeeze of lime. Perfection! I'm definitely coming back here! read more

Best tacos in NELA area. I'm from Mexico City and very picky with my tacos but since I found this place after being a regular at the tacos de la 26 for some years, I have been a regular. The meat is delicious I can tell it's marinades and spices are on point and the salsas are bomb! The taqueros are nice and good vibes people. read more

Lengua were perfect. The al pastor and asada were mediocre. Great guests and chefs. Amazing atmosphere. Red sauce good. Avocado sauce not ripe. This place could be the best. And now, a semi-related PSA: Real horchata is neither expensive nor difficult to make. People who serve off-the-shelf powdered mixes to the public demonstrate a callous disregard bordering on disdain for their patrons. What's more they do damage to culture by selling this under the name of an authentic drink, thus creating thousands of people who think they don't like horchata because they've never had it before, but tragically, falsely believe they have. I beg all Mexican taco stands to make real, yummy, honest to goodness Mexican horchata and stop using mixes. read more

My go to neighborhood taco spot. Set up in a fenced off corner of Pasadena and Ave 36 and open late 11-12pm depending on how busy it seems. Street parking available near by. Also, it's RIGHT off the Heritage Square Gold Line Metro stop which had a huge parking lot. Totally worth hopping off the train, grabbing a plateful, and nomming while waiting for the next train. These fellows are friendly and serve some amazingly affordable and delicious tacos, burritos, and mulitas. Cash only but you can stuff your and a friend's faces together easily for under $15. Drinks (horchata, occasionally an agua fresca) are cheap and tasty too and they provide a plethora of cilantro/onions/radish/homemade guac salsa/medium and verde salsas...don't forget to ask for the grilled onions/peppers from the hot top! I've seen their al pastor spit topped with the pineapple slice rotating in my dreams and woke up drooling. Asada tacos are solid too. I seriously may use these dudes for my wedding. Sorry hun. Support your local taco stand! There are plenty of options in NELA and you won't be disappointed here!!! read more

Went last night for a quick taco run. Two militias and two tacos later very satisfied. They might lack four walls, but they have everything else. The food place is clean, they have great customer service, they are organize and most important they have great attitude. I'm sorry I should have taken a pic of the food but was super hungry. read more

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BEST TACOS IN LOS ANGELES!!!! Would like to see you guys on social media such as Instagram so I can share with friends! read more

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Finally! Super yummy tacos and burritos close to home. Every meat is fresh, chicharron, al pastor, and the asada was moist. The tortillas are lightly oiled just the way I like. read more

These were one of the best tacos I have had in a while. Their meats are very tasty. They have all the fixins. The salsas are very good too and Their home made horchata. Their tortillas have great flavor also. read more

Has to be the best tacos stand in highland park they are always on point and consistent and prices are reasonable.

Yummy yummy carne asada tacos, can't wait to come back here again and again. Close to the gold line, so if want to come down from downtown, highland park, east Los, or Pasadena, it's worth the trip. Parking can be scarce here. Oh and they start at about 6pm. You can't beat these $1 tacos. read more

The best!!! The prices are great BUT the food not only tacos but also quesadillas and burritos and so good. They are very nice and clean!

Honestly the best tacos I've ever had , best prices honestly! The horchata is delicious! The burritos are the best and especially the mulitas (like a mini quesadilla) ever want to have the best streeet tacos you definitely have to come here ! read more

Quite possibly the best tacos I've ever had, and I've hit tons of taco spots all over L.A. Buche, Lengua and Pastor tacos, all tasty AF, great tortillas, and carne burrito was excellent as well. Very cheap prices as well. Def 100% going back. Thank you Yelp for helping me find this spot! read more

Legit taco place. Don't let the exterior or interior scare you. It's simple but flavorful and the guys there are super nice. Phenomenal experience every time. read more

Local old school taco joint near montecito heights, cheap tacos, steamed then finished on grill. Good nofrill salsas, and best of all, everyone is a local, the most authentic food is eaten by all locals, if I see a taco joint with half white people(I am white), I stay away. read more

These tacos are serious business. Not only were they able to claim #1 on my list of Best Tacos in LA, they also have superb Horchata. This little gem is located on a corner between Highland Park and Lincoln Heights and you've probably managed to drive past them several times. Their asada tacos are perfectly mixed with sweet/spicy and their carnitas tacos are incredibly filled with flavour. Not dry, not too greasy, and just perfect. It is cash only, so keep in mind. Pricing is incredibly reasonable! Primos are friendly and (when I went) had Mariachi blasting, which made the experience that much greater. Carne aside is not a crime, support your neighborhood taco joints! read more

Awesome tacos with really good flavor. We order lengua, cabeza, chorizo, and a mulita de al pastor. The horchata was also really good and not too sweet. read more

These tacos are the best in town. The service is always great and staff very friendly and not to mention good prices!!

These tacos are honestly the best tacos out there! If you're carving tacos then this is the spot to come to, totally worth any drive for these! The buche tacos here are better than any I have ever had in my life! I've been going here for a while now and it's my number one taco stand! read more

i live a block from here and come by all the time. the tacos are good, yes, but the al pastor burrito here is the best i've had in all of los angeles. highly recommended! read more

I am not big on eating from a taco stand... but a friend of mine recommended them and they were so delicious... thank you el primo... :)