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    Tacos Genesis

    4.4 (54 reviews)
    ModerateFood Trucks, Tacos
    Closed 10:00 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)

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    Tacos Hecho a Mano with Al Pastor
    Tiffany L.

    Tacos Genesis is hands down my favorite taco truck in San Jose after I discovered and tried it for the first time! Now I get this place almost every time I'm craving some late night tacos. My go-to order is the super tacos (handmade tortillas, beans, and cheese) with al pastor. Their el pastor meat is the BEST al pastor I've ever tried!!! It's crispy, juicy, and just amazing. The way they grill their tortilla and meat with the handmade tortilla makes it so much better. They also have a lot of sauce option. The green sauce (the brighter green looking one) is my favoriteeeee. You can definitely taste how fresh it is and it goes well with the tacos. I've tried a lot of things on their menu and they're honestly all so good. I highly recommend trying the al pastor, tripas, suadero, and al pastor meats with handmade tortilla. They are a small business so I love going here whenever I'm craving a late night craving to support them because the workers are incredibly welcoming and sweet. There is usually no line to wait here, but if there is, they are super fast with taking and making your orders. The business also has some tables and chairs set up outside and inside as well (for bigger groups). I love Tacos Genesis and I hope they get the recognition and support they deserve!!

    Birria
    Ly T.

    I ordered tripa tacos and birria tacos. Tripa was very crispy and flavorful, it tasted like bacon which i love. They have seatings in the restaurant and one table outside. It's nice that they open late until 3am. I will come back for more tripas

    Cj L.

    One thing that stands out here is that they had really fresh-tasting salsas. It made their tacos taste lighter and not as greasy as other tacos, which is a plus. However, it was missing the addictive factor for me, so not sure if I'd be back. The price of the tacos are comparable to that of other places in the area. I think I paid $22 for 6 tacos, but they also gave us a free bean taco to snack on while waiting, however we're not huge fans of beans, so we didn't touch it. I thought it was interesting that they took over the old Bo Da Restaurant space, but they set up a truck in front of the restaurant. Not sure if that's just a night-thing, since we did stop by around 9pm. Inside the eating area, they were blasting music and also had an additional self serve salsa bar. The people were friendly and food was decent, but not sure if I see myself coming back, since there's some better spots around the area.

    The set up!
    John G.

    Check out this taco spot located on the east side of San Jose on story rd! They serve some delicious tacos and birria style items! I got the Carne asada and birria tacos! Both were delicious and flavorful! Simple service! Fast and quick!

    Kevin D.

    Seem like they open their taco truck along Story Road and Capitol Expressway. (I saw them at 2868 Story Rd) I really love how good the food is here. They are really known for their crispy tripe meat. You have the option to choose between a flour tortilla or a corn tortilla. The last time I was here, I got a free mulita. This time I got free ice cream. Great food, great service, great space!

    Al Pastor, Carne Asada and Tripa Crispy Tacos
    Andrew T.

    I came here for the first time during a late Saturday night and I was pleasantly surprised with how much I enjoyed the food here. The place wasn't too busy so we didn't wait that long. They had a sauce bar in which you can just serve yourself. My favorite sauce was the bright verde sauce. A couple of their red sauces definitely had that heat. Wished they had orange sauce though. I tried the Al Pastor, Carne Asada and Tripa Crispy Tacos as well as the quesadilla. I recommend getting the tacos with cheese. They put the cheese under the meat so it makes the taco shell more durable and less messy to eat. The limes they provided were juicy and they provide radishes as well. For the quesadilla, they provide both with grilled onions as well. It was my first time trying the tripa and I didn't really enjoy it since it was too chewy for me. The rest of the meats tasted great though. The cashier was very friendly. They accept Zelle and cash here. I will definitely be going to this place again since the food is great and it isn't as crowded as other taco spots.

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    Alex R.

    Decided to give this place a try and ordered the carne asada Super Taco. Had no idea they also offered hand made tortillas if you prefer that instead of the store bought ones. They have the doors open at Boda to eat your food inside along with a salsa station. The taco was mouth watering to say the least. Definitely coming back to try other items on the menu.

    Cheese tripa tacos, extra crispy tripa and crispy tortilla
    Thuy N.

    I've been obsessed over their tripa tacos here. Seriously obsessed. I've been here at least twice a week lately. Make sure to ask for extra crispy. They double wrap the tortilla for each taco but it's not heavy and I don't get sick of it, even after 5 tacos. They open late at 7pm during the weekdays (M-F); so come at 7:15pm if you don't want to wait. I'll be back regularly :) We ordered 18 tripa tacos once and he gifted us two extra crispy cheese tripa tacos; and it changed everything. Put cheese on your tacos; it's amazing.

    Incynthia T.

    Went here with my cousin on a Sunday afternoon after she's been raving about this place for weeks! I was so excited to grub after a relaxing massage. Yes I'm fueling my body with happiness after putting myself through a grueling (yet relaxing) thai massage...it's a reward. But on to the review about the taco joint.... We ordered 18 (yes that's right) tripe tacos, extra crispy. We probably cleaned them out of their tripe stock and had to run out to source a new cow :). Anyhow the tripe tacos did not disappoint and it was crispy like we requested. We ordered it with everything and took it to home to shyly pig out. The area is in a tented corner of an auto lot that's directly across from Pep boys. They have two long tables for seating and have a self serve salsa bar. I love the simple vibes here and would definitely return and order another 18 tacos. (:

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    I got a burrito de asada it was good came with grilled onions on the side, burrito had a nice crunch to it. They take call in orders so came to leave the review so I can leave the picture of the menu since I noticed they didn't have one (: but def recommend

    Hugh taco
    Ace D.

    My favorites taco Hugh taco n so yummy Located in Bo Da restaurant Hours Monday - Thursday 10am -12am Friday - Saturday 10am - 3am Sunday 10am - 12:30am

    Crispy cheese carne asada taco

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    Service is great they ran for the radish I asked and food is amazing ! Quesobirria is must try

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    Solid, consistent taco spot. Asada and birria tacos are good and they rotate different flavors of aguas frescas which all have been tasty.

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    The tacos are so good everything they make they make is delicious!! I definitely will come back

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    Tbh I'm not even sure I'm reviewing the truck we went to but wow. Finally found one just right. Authentic, amazing tacos.

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    Tacos panchito - Burrito. This thing is really big!

    Tacos panchito

    4.0(60 reviews)
    4.6 miFairgrounds

    Some places just get it right every single time and this taco truck is one of them…read more I've ordered through DoorDash and picked up directly from the truck, and the experience is identical either way: fresh, correct, and consistent without fail. That kind of reliability is more rare than it should be, and it's worth calling out. The tacos themselves are the main event. The Carne Asada, Suadero, and Al Pastor are all standouts, but the Al Pastor especially earns its spot. They serve it with pineapple, which is the way it's meant to be done and a detail that tells you they actually care about getting it right. These are easily some of the best tacos in San Jose, and I don't say that lightly given how much competition there is in the South Bay. But the drinks alone might be worth the trip. Their Horchata and Agua Fresca are genuinely among the best I've had anywhere in the Bay Area and that's a real statement in a region with no shortage of excellent options. The salsa bar is a nice bonus: a self-serve setup where you scoop what you want into containers, and they send you off with baggies of fresh cilantro and onion so you can finish the tacos exactly how you like them. They actively encourage you to take plenty, which tells you a lot about the kind of place this is. The staff is warm and welcoming on top of everything else. Truly one of the best taco trucks around. Don't sleep on it!!

    Overall Rating 4/5…read more (They've done me well in the past, so although this visit wasn't the best I return because of my past experiences) Burrito Suadero burrito 6/10 - the burrito was okay, today was a miss for the burrito as it lacked a lot of flavor and they filled it up with 75% rice this time. This is the only time I didn't finish the burrito and usually it has a lot more flavor but unfortunately this time I was disappointed in the quality to the point I didn't finish it. Tacos suadero 8/10 cabeza con el vapor 9.5/10 lengua con el vapor 6/10 carne asada 6/10 al pastor 8.5/10 The tacos were the star of the show tonight with the their Al Pastor Tacos and Cabeza con el vapor! Those had the best flavor profile The green and orange sauces were okay, not extremely flavorful and receive a sauce rating of 2.5/5; it's good for the first couple bites then the flavor fatigue gets real. Next time only cabeza and al pastor in taco form. Panchito is a nice taco truck located next to the tire shop. They have extremely nice staff that really make you feel at home. I usually come here whenever I am craving Mexican food and sometimes it is hit or miss. They have tables outside but sometimes it's too cold at night so I Togo the food home, but they always play some great music there!

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    Tacos panchito - Self serve salsa bar

    Self serve salsa bar

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    Burrito with Pastor and everything in it.

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    El Halal Amigos - Very Authentic Tacos

    El Halal Amigos

    4.2(627 reviews)
    5.3 miWillow Glen
    $$
    Halal
    Vegetarian friendly

    I've been a regular customer at El Halal Amigos for quite some time and have tried many different…read moreitems on the menu. Today, I decided to order the Chicken Fajitas, and it completely exceeded my expectations. Without a doubt, it was the most delicious fajitas dish I have ever had. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, the vegetables were cooked just right, and all the flavors came together beautifully. Everything was cooked to perfection. The portion size was very generous, and the sides were fantastic. The guacamole, sour cream, Spanish rice, and black beans were all fresh, flavorful, and complemented the meal perfectly. I've always enjoyed the food here, but from now on the Chicken Fajitas will definitely be my regular order. Well-deserved 5 stars. Thank you, El Halal Amigos!

    This was my very first visit to El Halal Mexican Restaurant in the heart of downtown Willow Glen,…read moreand I've been wanting to stop by for a while. I finally decided to give it a try after hearing about the restaurant from food reviewer Dave fiore text. As someone who absolutely loves tacos and is always on the hunt for great local taco spots, I was excited to see how this place compared to some of my favorites. I ordered four different tacos, and overall, they were pretty good. They weren't bad by any means, but they also didn't quite blow me away. The meat was cooked well, the tortillas were fresh, and the tacos had good flavor. The salsa was decent too, although I personally prefer something with a little more kick. Everyone has different tastes, so this is just my opinion. One thing I really appreciated was how clean and organized the restaurant was. You can tell they take pride in keeping the dining area nice and welcoming. The staff was friendly, and my food came out quickly. It's always a good sign when a restaurant pays attention to both cleanliness and customer service. I've eaten at a lot of taco places throughout the Bay Area, so I naturally compare every new place to some of my favorites. While El Halal Mexican Restaurant didn't make the top of my list, I still had a good experience and I'm glad I finally gave it a shot. Not every restaurant has to be your favorite to be worth visiting. I also like supporting family-owned businesses because I know how much hard work goes into running a local restaurant. They deserve credit for creating a clean, welcoming place and serving quality food. Will I come back? Maybe. If I do, I'd probably try something different on the menu instead of the tacos. Sometimes a restaurant's best dish isn't the first thing you order, and I'd be interested in seeing what else they have to offer. Overall, I'd give El Halal Mexican Restaurant a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It was a good experience, I'm happy I finally got to try it, and if you're in the Willow Glen area, it's worth stopping by and deciding for yourself.

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    Birria ONLY on Wednesdays!

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