Seattle is not particularly known for its Mexican food. But this spot, at the very least, gives us ONE good option that I'll keep coming back to. The portions are hefty, the prices are incredibly reasonable, the service is super fast, its open late, AND best of all, everything I've had (the carne asada & al pastor in particular) tastes so much better and more authentic than anything else we have in the city. If you're having trouble finding it, it's a tarp stand tent on Rainier adjacent to Buddha Brothers. Parking is limited, and the area can be a tad rough later in the day, but it's still most definitely worth a visit. read more

Amazing tacos Taste 10/10 Service is superb!! Please come check them out today and see for yourself! Friendly. Nice! :) read more

Best tacos in town. Service is great. Ambiance is vibrant. I had taco al pastor. Awesome. Haven't had tacos like this since I lived closer to the border. Wonderful people and wonderful food. read more

We stopped by Taco La Cuadra this past Tuesday night (July 2nd around 9 PM), and I'm still thinking about how good everything was! This place is the definition of a hidden gem, authentic, affordable, and absolutely packed with flavor. Even late in the evening, the place was busy, and that's always a good sign. Despite the rush, the customer service was amazing, fast, friendly, and full of energy. You can tell the people running it care about both the food and their customers. I ordered chicken tacos and a chicken torta, and honestly, the food was so good I couldn't stop eating, even after I was completely full. The chicken was super flavorful, juicy, and grilled to perfection. You could taste the freshness in every bite, and the portions were huge! They had three different sauces and two kinds of salsa, each with a distinct flavor and heat level. The toppings bar had a nice selection of fresh salads and add-ons that let you customize your meal exactly the way you like it. The torta was packed and messy in the best way possible, and the tacos were loaded and satisfying. The value is unbeatable--super cheap for the quality and quantity of food you get. It honestly puts a lot of more expensive places to shame. A few notes: 1. They only accept cash, Venmo, or Zelle, so make sure you come prepared. 2. Not a ton of vegetarian options, but if you eat chicken, you're in for something special. 3. On a warm summer night, it's the perfect spot to enjoy fresh, hot food outdoors with the amazing smell of cooking filling the air. I can't wait to go back and try more off their menu. Taco La Cuadra is one of those places you crave after just one visit. Highly, highly recommend! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've had la cuadra almost every month this year!! No kidding. Their tacos are so good. I love their al pastor and tripa. I'd say they aren't always consistent e.g. there were a few times i didn't get pineapple on my pastor and tripa is sometimes crunchy, sometimes not. I keep coming back because they are not too far from me, and their tacos are still one of the best I've had. They also have a self-serve salsa bar which is another plus. The wait can vary from night to night. Going late night usually is less crowded. They accept non-cash payments thru venmo etc which is nice. read more

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Finally made it to this Taco Truck I've been seeing all over social media! It's located on Rainier Ave S. In the parking lot of Autozone. We got here 20min before opening & a line already started to form. We ordered 8 tacos (lengua, al pastor, Carne asada), 1 mulita and 1 jamaica, all this for $36. They are known for their al pastor tacos. This is my first time trying this, so I really can't say how it compares to others, but these were good with a hint of sweet and a piece of pineapple. I'm glad I ordered 3 of these:) My highlight was the lengua, it was so good! And the mulitas? Like Little quesadillas, but better! With meat & cheese, perfectly snackable! There is no outdoor seating so you have to eat at home or by your car like we and a few others did! I will most likely return when that taco craving hits again! read more

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Delicious street tacos. Super juicy, love all the toppings. Hearty, flavorful, and they have tripe! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Asada and tripa tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came here on a Saturday night around 9pm, and I feel the hype has mellowed down since last year in a different location. I was able to just walk up and put in my order, and got my taco in like 10mins or so. Also, this time, they finally have the pineapple on my al pastor taco!! Their payment method has changed as well as they do not accept venmo anymore. Either you pay cash or credit card (which you pay the additional 3% CC surcharge). read more

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Review is for the Northgate location (across Walgreens). There's a line before 7 pm when they open and everyone remains excited as they get things fully moving around 7:30 pm. They have al pastor on a spit that you can smell before you turn off your car when you park. You rarely see Al pastor on a spit, let alone a decent line before a spot opens. Say less, this is a 5/5 you need to try it. They accept Zelle, Venmo, and cash app payment if you don't have cash btw. Self serve condiments and salsa. Favorites were Al pastor and cabeza, their lengua is just ok and I would pass, but they're forgiven because their al pastor with a cut of pineapple is a taco is glorious. Their burritos are pretty value too and packed with meat, but there is also a fair amount of rice as FYI. But $11 for a burrito can sound convincing vs $3 each for a taco (and I always order at least 4 so it's a tough choice between the two on value). Easily one of the top taco spots in Seattle Note: as of 3/15/25, the northgate spot is fenced off and no longer there. We found there's an Aurora location about 6 mins away. No signage so are they the same? Food tastes similar though read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Top notch in authenticity and flavor!!! Tacos La Cuadra is special. It's that simple. They are providing the authentic street food that most Mexican restaurants don't truly provide. From the trompo of Al pastor, to the amazing alambres. This is the real genuine Mexican food served all over LA that has been missing here in our state. Easily my new fav spot for tacos!!! Run don't walk the next time you need some bomb tacos in your life! read more

This review is for the Northgate Way location - I couldn't find this specific one listed here on Yelp. We have always wanted to try Tacos La Cuadra - ever since we first saw them pop up in the Northgate area when we were driving by one evening. But we would always see them after we had already eaten - other times, we would try to find them and could never locate where they were supposed to be. Well, tonight the planets finally aligned and we saw them *before* we had eaten -- so we knew what we would be having for dinner! It was the 8 o'clock hour and the line was only about 5 people long so far... we were so stoked because in the past, we'd seen lines down the block! I got a pollo burrito (which was HUGE and super hot, btw! A wonderful value at only $11!) and my husband ordered the al pastor and carne asada tacos. Here's what we loved: - the meats were so tender and flavorful! Walking up to the stand, we could witness the al pastor meat cooking by flame and being sliced for tacos -lots of fresh salsas and toppings to choose from to top tacos or to put in containers to take with us - people around us were all generally happy and excited to get dinner there, music was playing, it was a fun experience - parking was super easy as they were located on the corner of the big TJ Maxx parking lot What could have been better: - it was hard to figure out where the end of the line was, people were standing all over the place in different groups. Took us a while to find where to go. Looking forward to our next visit to try more! read more

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I'm not sure if this location is still open, but this food stall is located in the parking lot of the AutoZone in Rainier Beach in the South End. The stall opens at 7pm, but people start lining up earlier than that. Since their virality, it sounds like multiple stands have opened up in various places across the city, but I believe this is the original stall. They have multiple items on the menu, but I love Al Pastor. I also decided to try the Lengua (tongue) as well. The stall also serves agua frescas, which I decided to order the Horchata (not pictured). Each taco was about $4 each with the Horchata costing $5. For the price and taste, I would definitely go back! There is also a self-serve station with toppings and sauces, which include: sliced purple onions, cubed white onions, cucumbers, limes, cheese, cilantro, salsa, and the typical three sauces of various spice levels. You can customize your tacos to your liking! I've seen people order tacos in bulk and pack everything to eat at home, which is why the line and wait can be long. A lot of people like this place because it also stays open. read more

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We often see a long line at this food truck and decided to get it a try. We had al pastor tacos, quesadilla, and lingua malta. It takes a while for the food. The rotating meat is all pastor, if anyone was curious. I would say that it was a little plain but appreciated that their food was fresh. Also, they accept venmo, zelle, or PayPal if you don't have cash. They didn't have any seats but it's at a parking lot, what do you expect! read more

Just moved to Seattle from LA and was really missing the taco stands they have down there. Luckily I found this place just driving around which seemed to have a decent line forming so decided to stop by. One word... LEGIT! First, the trompo is real! They had that Al Pastor roasting and even had the pineapple on top. Amazing flavor and good crispy char. Next, the portions are decent! They don't skimp on the tacos, burritos, or mulitas. Lastly, they got all your favorites from tripe, lengua, cabeza, asada, al pastor... didn't see any carnitas, but they had a decent selection. Also they'll put it in your favorite configuration from tacos to burritos to mulitas to tortas etc. Quality is on-point. They got all your fixings with the diced onions, cilantro, lime, didn't see any radish or jalapenos/carrots, but still pretty good. I always say the salsa will make or break their offerings. Theirs was amazing! Good kick and both roja and verde salsas had good flavor. They even had a nice creamy guacamole one! They accept cash or any popular money transfer app like venmo or paypal. Parking is probably the most difficult. I had to circle a couple times. The lot is fairly small on that triangle island where the stand is, but we managed to find a spot. Saw a lot of people just randomly parking and crossing the street. Overall, this is so far the closest taco stand I found to my faves in LA. Will definitely be coming back on the next craving! read more

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Get the al pastor tacos. Even if your first love isn't al pastor, it WILL BE after you try theirs!! I tried 1 al pastor, 1 lengua, 1 cabeza, and 1 suadero taco. They were all hot and fresh but the pastor stood out as the most tender, flavorful, and juicy. So let's be real, if you walk by a taco stand on a sidewalk at night time and see flames coming off a tower of charred marinated pork and pineapple....get the al pastor tacos. You won't be sorry. read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Plate of 4 tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This is a review for the stand outside in a little parking lot on 23rd and Rainier. If I could give it six stars I would. Oh my god. My prayers have been answered. My husband is Mexican and we are always in search for good Mexican food in Seattle. We've never been to a place that even came close to California tacos...until today. $3 per taco. Six tacos fed two of us for under $20 (although they were sooo good next time we're ordering more!). Good amount of meat inside, then I recommend adding fresh onion, cilantro, and lime. The roasted salsa verde or the red salsa were both excellent options. The meat is being spun on a spit right in front of you. It is absolutely delicious and the pineapple just completes it. *chefs kiss* They also make burritos and tortas and quesidillas, which looked great too. But honestly I don't think I'll ever go there and not get the al pastor tacos. Paying was easy. Multiple cashless options to pay with your phone including Venmo and Zelle. Most people seem to eat in their cars or take to go. I recommend eating them ASAP while they're piping hot rather than waiting to get home. There was a decent crowd waiting on Saturday night but it moved pretty fast and was 1000% worth the wait. Run, don't walk, to this place if you've been searching for good Mexican food in Seattle. Thank you Kenji for the recommendation! read more

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Sooo cheap and so good! Probably the best tacos I've had in seattle. I got three tacos and a burrito (all of which were HEAVY on the meat) for only $20! They also have a serve yourself toppings and sauce bar, so you can grab as much as your heart desires. Parking is easy as there's a lot right next to the tent. The line can get long (but moves quickly!), and there really isn't any covering so if it's raining, you just gotta stick it out and get wet. But it's 100% worth it for these tacos. I highly recommend checking out Tacos La Cuadra! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was really surprised to find such high quality tacos in Seattle. The lengua was perfectly seasoned and had just the right amount of chew--better than most of the tacos I've had in Oakland and San Jose. They even hold their own compared to the tacos in LA and San Diego! The Al Pastor was sliced straight off a trompo and had a unique marinade that really stood out. The suadero was tender, though I think a harder sear would have elevated it even more. The salsas were on point, flavorful and well-seasoned. Honestly, you're not missing much from California tacos here. I'll definitely be back! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Everyone has been talking about the auto zone taco truck so I had to come by to see what the hype was about. Luckily there wasn't a long line the two times I've been here but I think that's something to keep in mind if you come on the weekends! The Al Pastor here is soooo good! I'm not a big pastor person but I will eat it here cause the flavor and char is tasty. I do wish they grilled the pineapple though.. The tacos are $3 each and that's a pretty good deal. Their topping and salsa bar tastes nice and fresh too. Add the pickled red onions on your tacos!!! They don't take card, but they take cash and have a sign with QR codes for 3rd party apps read more

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This place has been getting a lot of attention and for good reason! The tacos here are phenomenal! They are open in the parking lot of the Autozone at 7:30pm. Even on a Thursday, there were people waiting before they opened. We got there at around 7:45 and there were quite a few groups in front of us, but we moved fairly quickly through the ordering line. They don't accept card but take cash and Venmo/Cashapp. We of course had to get the al pastor tacos. I think they were reasonably priced at $3 a piece. They also have a self serve topping/salsa bar on the side. of the cashier. You can get as much as you want. The tacos were filled with a good amount of meat and a pineapple slice. It was delicious!! The meat was flavorful and very tender. I typically only eat about 3 tacos and felt like I could eat another one because it was so good. I'm definitely going to one of their locations when I get a taco craving. I would say be prepared for long waits, especially when they get busy on the weekend. We got our food in about 15 minutes but I've heard people wait 40 minutes to 1 hour for their food. They also don't have any seating so most people eat in their cars or on top of it. read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been seeing the mouthwatering videos of this spot on IG for weeks and finally made the trip out to check out their tacos. Their setup is in the parking lot of an Autozone - there's a food truck and the trompo with the al pastor meat in front of it. There's a table also in front of the truck with self serve salsas and toppings and that's where there's someone taking orders. I came for one thing and one thing only - the tacos al pastor. The trompo was a thing of beauty. I ordered three tacos al pastor and an horchata and paid cash. They don't take credit card. There's a sign up front with various QR codes for venmo and other payment apps though, but I knew from all the videos I watched that they didn't take credit card so I was fully prepared with cash. While I waited, I put together the salsas and toppings i wanted - there's various kinds of salsas, diced onions, lime wedges, chopped cilantro, this spicy red onion thing. There are small sauce containers and little plastic baggies to put everything in if you're taking it to go. My order maybe took ten minutes to get. I went on a Wednesday night around 8:30 and there were maybe five orders in front of me. There was no line to order. The parking lot isn't huge but there were a couple of spots in the lot when I pulled up. There's no place to sit and eat, so you either have to stand and eat, or eat in your car, but I just took my tacos to eat at home. I was so excited to try the tacos. They were very very very delicious. I think these might be the best tacos al pastor in Seattle. I wish i had ordered five of them (they were $3 each). I'll definitely go back for more tacos. I've heard that there can be long lines, but I assume that's on the weekend - for a random weeknight, it was pretty quick! Maybe next time I'll bring wet wipes and be prepared to eat in my car. read more

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Taco craving . There are so many things that makes this place so good. Quick friendly service, flavors are good and authentic, meat (al pastor, pollo and chorizo) is moist and not too oily, the tortillas are delish and hold the tacos and burrito together well, salsas and condiments were ample and tasty, and the food didn't taste heavy. Maybe because we came an hour after opening. Would definitely recommend! Best tacos I've found yet in Seattle! read more

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This spot is across the street from my hotel, so I stopped in because I could smell the food. The guys cooking and serving the food were pretty cool. I had three chicken tacos, the chicken without and topping was very good, but adding the hot and mild sauce, grilled onions, cilantro and lime make it the best tacos I've had and I'm visiting from Texas. The food was so good, we came back the next day. read more

Some of the most generous al pastor quesadillas I have ever had!! Excellent flavor in the meat and prompt friendly service!! Affordable and my wife and Is most favorite "i'm too tired to cook" dinner options. Their asada tacos are perfection as well. Make sure you hit the sauce cart and get your sides and pico!! One of the chillest taco trucks i've been to. read more

Where do you find the best Mexican food in Seattle? In the parking lot of an auto parts store, of course! Wow, what a gem! Tacos, burritos, and mulitas made fresh to order! I never thought I would find a place like this in Seattle! Al Pastor is the star, but they also have other traditional meats. Chicken, Carne Asada, Lengua, etc,, They also have a fresh salsa bar with diced onions and cilantro, Pico de Gallo, limes, cucumbers, and 3 different types of homemade salsa! Please note, they are not open during the day. Nighttime only, so be prepared for diverse, colorful, clientele! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Al Pastor! - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place caught my attention because it always has long lines running late into the night. We tried their Al pastor tacos and were blown away. There's also something about eating from a stall on a cold night that takes me back to simpler days. The atmosphere is almost camp like. They are open from 8pm to midnight on most nights. Great late night snack option. read more

Ordered takeout on a cold, rainy evening. A little food stand at the old fruit stand that burned down. Parking at the lot behind the food stand. Service was fast and they took cash or other social social payment apps like Venmo/cashapp/etc. I ordered a carne asada burrito and al pastor tacos. They offered a selection of condiments that's self serve. They have sandwich bags and other containers to put the condiments in. They offered four different types of salsa, onions, pickled onions and cucumbers. Food was delicious and had a decent amount of meat. I would definitely recommend trying out this spot. read more

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These are hands down my favorite tacos in the Seattle area. I tried their al pastor, carne asada, tripa, and lengua tacos and everything I had was super good especially the al pastor. The lines here get pretty long but it's so worth the wait. Also be prepared to pay via cash or Venmo. read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Tacos with carne asada, al pastor, lengua, and tripa - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The good: quick service, carne asada was juicy and better-tasting than last week's taco run elsewhere (per my partner). The bad: my veggie burrito only included rice (a little less than cooked), some beans and some cheese that got hard very fast. Nothing else at all, was very bland. Even adding my own copious amounts of onions and hot sauce, I wouldn't get a burrito here again, it truly had zero flavor and couldn't be saved. The ugly: my bf had severe stomach issues after eating his tacos. Mine didn't feel super great but maybe because of the partially cooked rice? Bummer since we have been on a perpetual hunt for a place like this in a nearby neighborhood! read more

Wow!!! this place is incredible. The Al Pastor Tacos were the best I've ever had I went back for more. The workers are very friendly and have great self service station for toppings. I cannot wait to go back. Only open nights I believe 7:30PM to Midnight. I will definitely be back to try the burritos or quesadillas. read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing service. They were happy to help me find veggie options, and made an off-menu veggie, cheese, and bean quesadilla. The sauce bar had incredible sauces, great flavor! read more

The food is great! The people are friendly and it's a taco stand so the ambiance is interesting. Come here for the best al pastor in town! It's I the parking lot of an auto parts shop at night! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Had to check out the viral IG famous Al pastor taco truck that's located in the Autozone parking lot. I've driven past some nights and have seen a crazy line some nights so this time, line wasn't too bad & I was able to give it a try. Loved their selection of hot sauces, the green one definitely kicked my butt but went so well with the Al pastor! I do have to say the al pastor was slightly too sweet for me just tasting it alone but with the sauces & pocketed veggies it did balance out. The steak was a bit dry as well. I would say to stick to the Al pastor as this is what they're known for. Note: they do not have a place you can sit and dine so you would have to eat in your car or togo & eat elsewhere. They accept cash & Apple Pay - no credit card so please be aware! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Combo of tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My fav spot for tacos. I always get the Al pastor tacos! Their pico and onions are so good and salsa verde is really spicy. Highly recommend! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Al pastor taco - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm from Mexico City. Tacos La Cuadra are the closest I've found in the Seattle area to al pastor tacos from Mexico City, I loved them! They have pineapple and the "pastoreo" (the guy who serves), knows how to serve!! Pay attention and you'll see their skills cutting the meat and throwing it to the tacos. This is a taco truck in a parking lot, if you can come here with no rain, I recommend eating them standing to get the full Mexico City experience. Highly recommend! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Al pastor tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best tacos in WA! They have a wide variety that is a hit most times and miss a few others, but their al pastor is a must! They also have an array of self serve toppings that are fresh and well seasoned. It's a food truck next to an empty parking lot, no table or chairs. The wait was around 30 min on a Wednesday night despite it being cold and drizzling. I come here whenever I crave socal tacos, well worth each trip. read more

Mouthwatering!! There's a couple of Tacos La Cuadra pop up taco locations. I went to the one in Northgate cause I saw it on TikTok but there are also some in Rainer Ave and Tacoma as well! I had to try their most popular Al pastor tacos ($3 per taco). Al pastor is basically pork that has been grilled and then sliced off the spit. It also comes with pineapple! I love how they have plenty of options from meats, drinks, and more. You can get as much guac, salsa, cilantro, onion, and more as you want which is a steal! Make sure to bring cash or venmo for the northgate location but I think mostly they take cash. They do not take card from both times I have went. Overall, waiting in line for a bit is definitely worth it and I will be back! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Best God damn tacos I ever had!! If you come across one of these taco stands or food trucks or I just learned they now have an actual restaurant in kent wa. Right off military rd., do yourself a favor and stop in. Well worth it!!! read more

Tacos La Cuadra - Pastor tacos - Mexican Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Best food u get on a budget, food coma. Best food for dinner staff is friendly and order anything just know what meat no menu it's worth it.

Tacos are great and the line moves really fast love the fresh salsa and condiments bar.