as my quest for the best burrito in Cincinnati continues I include my recent trip to the tacos locos food truck. Haven't heard read and seen all kinds of fantastic things I had high hopes for what they would deliver. Food up and ordered a steak burrito the Saturday before Father's day, they were running a Father's day special where you also got a free order of nachos with any order. I told them I wasn't a father and it wasn't even Father's day and they still wanted to give me free food. That's a definite plus to start! I also made a mistake when ordering my burrito and forgot to ask them to put the sour cream on the side, after I told them they said they already made it but would remake my burrito for me if I wanted, which is another big plus. Good quality customer service. so far things are looking pretty good for tacos locos, and whenever I got home the burrito look great. headset on the flat top and got in a little bit of crispiness, the cheese and probably melted all in there, they even pre-sliced it down the middle. I dug in... It wasn't amazing. It was definitely good, v steak was plentiful, and the cheese had definitely melted. However it was all kind of in with one corner of the burrito roll so it all melted into a clump. The beans inside were extremely rich, but also thin. I was absolutely happy with the purchase, and see it as a solid option. But not the best burrito in Cincinnati. Free nachos, by the way, were loaded up and solid as well. read more

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I finally returned to Tacos Locos after quite a while. I tried to find the food truck a month ago and it was no longer at the BP station. Finally found them across the street in a parking lot just a bit further south on Montgomery Road. They are set back further than before but still visible with quite a few parking spots. I was sad that they were out of shrimp for shrimp tacos, but it was late in the day. So I went with chicken tacos. Love that they still use two corn tortillas for each taco. Each had plenty of filling and the traditional onion and cilantro with lime wedges on the side. Also enjoy the slices of fresh cucumber to munch on. I tried a quesadilla for the first time. Went with a combo of mushroom and spinach. It was good. Not sure if I'll order it again though. It doesn't travel well. So it sat in the container while I drove home, and it got a bit soggy on the bottom. Still tasty though. I also ordered a side of refried beans and chips. The chips come with salsa that I don't use. I dip the chips in the beans and enjoy them that way :). The chips could have been fresher, but overall it was a good meal. read more

Tacos Locos - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Best tacos in Pleasant Ridge area. They're authentic tacos and the meat isn't chewy. For a midwest city the birria is awesome as well. Highly recommend al pastor. read more

While getting gas at the BP in Pleasant Ridge I decided to place an order from this food truck, because whatever they were making at the time smelled absolutely delicious. They have birria tacos, regular tacos, tortas, burritos and etc. I ordered a steak, chicken, and shrimp taco. Each taco came with salsa, cilantro, onions, and cucumbers on the side. Every taco tasted delicious! The chicken was juicy and shredded. The steak had great flavor although it was a little tough. The shrimp was my favorite. They were cooked perfectly and seasoned well. For the price, friendly service, and convenience factor I definitely plan on going back again! It's very difficult to find authentic Mexican food in Cincinnati, but I would say this food truck is one of the best in the area. read more

One of my top taco trucks in the area is tacos locos It's hard finding a good taco in the Tristate Tacos locos definitely delivers My go to is their chicken tacos with extra salsa verde Their chicken is so succulent and juicy I don't even need to put lime on it it's good the way it is The salsa verde ( green salsa) is hot just the way I like it I only have 3 top taco spots that I love in the area and tacos locos is my go to They also deliver via DoorDash! Love this truck! read more

Exceptionally good food especially the burritos! I feel overwhelming impressed! I never expected this level of flavor, good taste, and freshness from a food truck. . read more

I've been coming to this taco truck every since I found out about it (about 5 years ago). I love it! The food speaks for itself. Anything with chicken (pollo) is AMAZING!!! I have no idea how they marinate the chicken, but it's freakin' delicious, along with their hot salsa. Message to the business: you all need to bottle the hot salsa, and sale it. It is the BEST I've EVER had!!! read more

If you haven't guessed yet, I have a fondness for tacos. Seems my lady and I are having tacos at least once a week. So, naturally, we like trying different taco spots (though we have a couple favorite go-tos, especially El Taco Bus). Tacos Locos had been on our radar for a while, we just hadn't gone together yet. My lady had tacos from there before though and said it was good, so after a while of thinking about it, we finally had some together. I was impressed for sure. Their menu was much bigger than I expected, loaded with different options for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, even breakfast options. My lady ordered a chicken taco and a chorizo quesadilla. I went with three tacos; one steak, one al pastor, and one shrimp. My tacos were really good, though the al pastor seemed to lack pineapple, and the steak was just a little dry. My lady really liked hers, especially the chorizo quesadilla, which I thought were excellent too. The salsa verde we got with it all definitely had a spicy kick! Which was good because we love spicy! Great taco spot for sure and one that's been in the Pleasant Ridge area for quite some time. I'll likely try one of their burritos next time. Wonder which one though... Decisions, decisions, eh? But no matter what you choose, chances are it'll be very tasty! read more

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Love this truck. The fact that it in a gas station parking lot adds to the charm. My absolute favorite thing is their specialty burrito - the hot salsa actually has a kick in it (and I eat very spicy food) so it's not for the weak of heart when it comes to heat. Queso is also tasty and they do fun specials (like Birria or elote) depending on when you're there. The wait is reasonable, but they're always busy. Just speaks to the food! read more

We were so excited to find tGis taco truck open when another favorite of ours was closed! There was no line- we were helped immediately. The gal behind the counter was polite, kind, and helpful. The "hot salsa" is a salsa verde- and the mild is a Smokey red pepper salsa. (And definitely still has a kick to it!) We tried 3 tacos- chicken, asada, and al pastor. Al pastor had the most flavor- but my favorite was the asada. Taco truck was clean- and our food was ready in 5 minutes! We'll definitely be back! read more

Tacos Locos - Al pastor, asada, and chicken taco - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Tacos locos is the perfect spot to get your taco fix! It's a semi permanent food truck parked in the BP parking lot and it delivers!!! Tacos served traditional with onion and cilantro iis their speciality but you will also find quesadillas, sandwiches abs chips and salsa! This place always has a line no matter the time of day serving up locals and those passing through alike! So you know what that means! It's delicious so do yourself a favor and stop by! read more

I've passed this street vendor many times (for a year) and always wanted to go. I read the yelp reviews and trust their honest opinions. Plus it was Cinco De Mayo weekend and I wanted to try authentic mexican fast food. Tacos Locos is located next to a rusty convenient store on Montgomery Road near Pleasant Ridge probably less than half a mile from Quatman's Cafe. Pulled up and already smell the grill. I can already tell I was going to like my meal. I ordered the Chicken Tacos which has onion, cilantro, cucumber slices and a slice a lime on serving size (small) tortilla for $2.00. And last, cheese quesadillas with has cheese, onions, cilantro and slice of lime for $5.00. As for my sauce, I chose hot. I wanted a little bite/kick to my meal. Only took 10 minutes. Service was great and employee was very nice and helpful. When I got home, I can smell the fresh cilantro. Simple meals made fresh and delicious! I thought the chicken wouldn't have any taste. I tried it without the sauce first to get a good taste and flavor of the chicken. It was seasoned just right. The quesadillas was perfect, not so big but enough cheese to fill me up. Overall, I would have to say for fast food, it was delicious! You cannot beat the price. I think the quesadillas could be alittle cheaper, but I know I would come back and purchase it again because it was so good! Definately coming back. They also sell salads, burritos, and their famous Tortas. That is next on my list to try. There are vegetarian options. There are no tables and they only accept cash. read more

Tacos Locos - Cheese quesidilla!!! So good!!! - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Sitting in the parking lot of a shady-looking convenience store with barred windows, just down Montgomery Road from Pleasant Ridge Chili, the little Tacos Locos truck is so tiny and humble and has such a basic menu that there really isn't all that much to say about it. Except that I'm really happy that somebody is finally selling authentic tacos and tortas on this side of town, already. Tacos Locos scores a whole mess of points on this fact alone. On the evening we were there, the only meats offered for tacos and quesadilas were asada, chicken, pastor, and tongue, all of which we sampled. The tacos were solid, probably better than Mercado's downtown but not quite as good as La Mexicana's in Newport or Yolandita's over on the West Side. A few more fillings are available for tortas, like a couple of milenesa preparations. The tacos were only $2 apiece and generously filled, so it's a good food deal. In addition to limited meat choices, a drawback is that there really isn't any place to sit to enjoy your tacos. But I guess this goes with the taco-truck territory: You sit on or in your car, or you drive it elsewhere and chow down. And this probably doesn't matter to some taco fans, but it's unfortunate that the store in front of which this taco truck sits doesn't offer any Mexican beverages (Jarritos, Jumex, etc.). But to Tacos Locos' friendly proprietor: íBienvenido a Pleasant Ridge! Also: hat-tip to Benjamin R. and Ed J. for their reviews. Otherwise, I'd still be blithely unaware of this place. read more

I haven't eaten at all the taco places in Cincinnati, but I think this might be my holy grail. Tacos are on-point. Tortas are the size of your face and...I'm already drooling. My authority comes from being born, raised, and fed in Arizona. Edit: I wanted to add that if they have strange hours or specials, they post them onto their Facebook account. Just friend them, Tacos Locos. I've been saddened by the desire for tacos which were met by a closed truck. But never again! read more

A taco truck has setup shop in Pleasant Ridge near the corner of Montgomery and Ridge in the BP parking lot. Tacos Locos offers a variety of tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and tortas. The posted menu actually looks pretty big but it basically boils down to the above menu items served with a large variety of meats (steak, chicken, sausage, pork, beef tongue, and shrimp). The tacos are served traditionally topped with onion, cilantro, cucumber, and lime. Mild and hot sauce are served on the side to add any desired spice. The small corn tortillas are doubled up for each taco and the filling could easily be split between the shells. I ordered two chicken and two pork ($2 each) and that was more than enough for a lunch. I think that three tacos would be the perfect serving size and makes for a pretty cheap meal. Of the meats I think the pork was slightly better, but both were very tasty. The traditionally simple toppings allow for the meat flavors to really shine. I did add some of the provided hot sauce to spice it up a notch, but there is plenty of flavor without it. On another visit I tried the chicken quesadilla ($5.50) again topped with onion and cilantro with cucumber and lime on the side. This is a good alternative for someone who doesn't like corn tortilla shells, as the taste is otherwise very similar to the tacos. Either way the food is served fresh and prepared quickly. I will definitely be back for more soon. read more

This place was small and unassuming, but was very tasty. I tried one of each Taco: Beef, Chicken, and Pork. I'd have to say the beef was my favorite, but all were very tasty. The tortas are giant, round sandwiches which also look very tasty. I'm planning on trying those next. Tasty, Inexpensive, Authentic, Friendly! read more

Tacos Locos - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I tried their tacos at MadTree a few weeks ago, which were pretty good, but my friends told me you must have their chicken burrito. Last night I was coming back from an event downtown and made it to the Taco Loco's truck prior to 8pm for the chicken burrito and told them to make it spicy. I waited a few minutes and then the burrito was mine. Well my friends are right and you can't go wrong with the chicken burrito - all of the ingredients are made fresh right on the grill, once its wrapped up they put it on the grill for a quick sizzle. This sizzle makes a mighty fine burrito, the cheese and everything inside was hot and melted just perfect and I enjoyed every delicious bite. I will be back again for another chicken burrito soon. read more

This is my second time coming here... and the food is still amazing. Everything is made to order and hot when you get the food. I ordered the special of quesa tacos de birria and it was amazing. The serving size was large (I couldn't finish it) qnd well worth the 11 dollars. The time before I believe I ordered a shrimp Quesadilla and that was delightful as well. read more

Tacos Locos - Special: Quesa Tacos de Birria - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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A little hard to find. They sit in the BP gas station at the corner of Montgomery and Kincaid. Very friendly and fast moving. Tacos are flavorful and juicy. Hot sauce is pretty good. Will definitely come back and try the other items on the menu read more

Tacos Locos - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is a little trailer in the parking lot of BP in Pleasant Ridge off of Montgomery. There is no where to sit and eat so plan on ordering to go. This place is amazing. Great authentic food. I have eaten hear several times and I'm never disappointed. Everything has great flavor. It is very well priced and worth every penny for the quality. If you are feeling a little adventurous then you can order beef tongue. If you get a chance definitely check these guys out. I'd say some of the best Mexican I've had around Cincinnati. read more

Sooo great! We were skeptical of this place at first (it's in the BP parking lot), but so glad we gave it a shot! It's cheap, the menu is large and can satisfy even picky eaters. Tacos are the way to go -- probably one of the best tacos I've had in the city. Hours are sometimes sporadic, FYI. read more

I'm lucky to have this little gem in my neighborhood. Unfortunately for my jeans size, it is within 3 minutes walking distance AND located in the lot of a gas station with wonderful beer selection. Steak tacos are amazing, so fresh and simple. With a lime beverage on the side, you can't go wrong! read more

I love a good taco truck and this did not disappoint. I just wish I could rely on them being open.

Outstanding and authentic Mexican food from a food truck. Prompt friendly service and diverse menu. For optimal satisfaction you should eat it in your car as semiwarm at home is not recommended. Expect soft shell corn tacos. The chicken quesadilla is particularly yummy. My husband prefers the Pastor and tongue tacos. read more

Me and my husband kept wanting to try this little gem, today was the day.our son stopped by so he was able to enjoy it as well. The burrito were great and huge. My hubby got the steak, I got the chicken , our son had the steak nacho supreme, he said it was excellent. Will be back to try the tacos and more. read more

Love this spot - the food is simple and on point. I just wish it were open later at night! My favourites are the pork tacos (for a full meal for around $10, get two and dump the innerds on a guacamole salad... yum!). Oh, and make sure you go see Peter at the BP (you're already in his parking lot and you're going to have a few minutes while they make your order!). He has a great selection of craft beer kept nice and cold in his cooler. read more

Today, the bank atm didn't work, the Wendy's drive thru was down so I did the only rational thing I could think of, go to Tacos Locos in Pleasant Ridge. That little ol' trailer doesn't break down and the tacos are really good. I had the al pastor, steak and chicken (a little dry but the green sauce helped out). $2 each. The best tacos from a BP station parking lot you'll ever find. And always pleasant when you walk up. read more

Tacos Locos is located just around the corner from our apartment, so my boyfriend and I will walk over every now and then. I've had the chicken torta and the vegetarian burrito, while my boyfriend tends to stick with the chorizo torta, but it's always good - if you like guacamole, definitely order some on the side. It's delicious! They make the food to order, so be prepared to wait a few minutes - but I think it's worth it to know that what you're eating was freshly grilled and not sitting under a lamp or something. We tend to go around dinner, and there's usually maybe one or two other people there, so we haven't had to wait in line much, which is nice. The portions are big, too...I can usually eat half of whatever I order, so lunch for the next day is taken care of! If you're a fan of Mexican food, definitely don't miss out on Tacos Locos! read more

A true taco truck! I haven't figured out their hours yet. Stopped by on a weekday around 230pm and closed Stopped by on a Friday around 5pm and was open. Owners were friendly. Even the mild hot sauce had some kick but is excellent. read more

Tacos Locos - Dreamy asada tacos on a summer day. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

For a frame of reference this rating is compared to the Mexican restaurants I am familiar with in Tucson AZ (aka, northern mexico). It's a truck, and no it wasn't at Reading road - call to get the current address. It's delicious - chicken and chorizo are superb. This truck could drive to Tucson and would be a very serious competitor - people of pleasant ridge rejoice! What a wonderful treat. read more

This place had been on my to-try list ever since I was singing Mazunte's praises to a friend, who hotly contested "Tacos Locos is way better." He was wrong, so we're no longer friends. Tacos Locos, which roughly translates to "Livin' la Vida Taco," is a food truck. You know, the kind that moves on wheels. Which MEANS it's not always at the address listed here, as I found out the hard way. I had ordered over the phone and, because I went to the wrong location, I called to see if they could hang around after-hours so I could still pickup, to which they happily obliged. +1 for Ravenslaw Speaking of slaw, this is where the score moves to red. I ordered 2 veggie tacos and a veggie quesadilla, both of which were heavy on cucumber. I've been to Mexico almost as often as I've been to Kentucky, and let me tell you, Mexico's not throwing any parades for cucumbers. But besides this green seed mishap: 1) The tacos didn't have cheese, and Mexico definitely has parades for cheese. 2) Cilantro was very dry, but as a weekly cilantro procurer, I can empathize with the fact that its shelf-life is shorter than your step-dad's temper. 3) The photo of the menu on yelp is also shorter than the current menu, so when I saw the full vegetarian list, both my heart and stomach were filled with #FoodFOMO. I will say, the current menu offers more appealing vegetarian options than most places in town. (But that doesn't make up for them replacing cheese with cucumbers) 4) Also, their "mild" sauce is hot sauce, and "hot sauce" is butt fire. #buyerbeware I may be back to try their "deluxe" veggie options, because everyone knows that "deluxe" means the vegetables come gold-plated. read more

Excellent Mexican food at reasonable prices from friendly people. What's not to like?! Note: Cash only (for now) and they are back in Pleasant Ridge in the BP parking lot (corner of Kincaid and Montgomery). read more

I'll echo the random atmosphere comments from previous reviews. Don't expect to have a place to sit, but sitting was the last thing I focused on as I savored the best tacos I've had in Cincinnati. This is a semi-permanent trailer setup, next door to another food truck that's never open. I went for a round of three tacos: one chicken, one steak, one pork. If I could only eat these pork tacos for the rest of my life, I'd be okay with that. When I opened the box, I heard angels sing as the aroma reached my nostrils-- exquisite tacos with no frills. Sorry no pic, gobbled too quickly. The chicken was kind of meh, especially after eating the two other extremely flavorful ones. When I go back for round two, I might go only steak and pork-- or eat the chicken first (I'm sure it would have been delicious had it not been prefaced with perfection). Don't expect an 8" flour tortilla, 'cause you're getting the real thing here. Two, small stacked corn tortillas stuffed with meat/lettuce/cilantro goodness (no cheese), with lime wedges and cucumber on the side. I thought the cuke was different, but refreshing. If asked if you want salsa, get the hot. Go now. Run, don't walk. read more

The best tacos I've ever had...ever! Whether you get the beef or chicken.. (I guess the pork is good..not my thing..) , it was all seasoned to perfection! All of the positive reviews are on point. Just go there, you dig?! read more

I'm serious, this place deserves each and every star! It is Mexican food you only find in a family-owned restaurant in Mexico. The flavors are amazing, portions huge, and staff friendly. My vegetarian burrito was one of the best I've ever had. The carnivore had steak, which was a hit. I love heat, but opted for the mild sauce when I saw seeds...a really nice gentlemen in Cozumel told me years ago that if you can 'see the seeds you will feel the heat', and he is correctomundo....I will stick with the mild sauce :-). One note, they offer a limited selection of beverages (no ice), so if you like to drench your burrito in sauce, for the love of your lips, have a drink with lots of ice handy. I will stalk this place all summer! read more

This is another of the burgeoning number of food trucks/trailers popping up all over Cincinnati, and I for one am very pleased by this. This particular trailer sets up in a parking lot on Montgomery Avenue in Pleasant Ridge, a couple of blocks west of Emanu. Menu is pretty straightforward: tacos, burritos, and tortas. Going by Benjamin R.'s suggestion, I tried the steak torta. Picked up my bag along with some salsa verde, and took it back to my desk for lunch. When I opened up the box, I was greeted by a sandwich seemingly as big as a baseball glove. Filled with steak, beans, cheese, and topped with some pretty potent salsa, I was very happy with my choice. Steak was cooked properly, and was juicy and flavorful. I'll drop by again to try the al pastor tacos - this place is a winner. read more

Excellent Tacos! Might be better than my fav, La Mexicana (http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-mexicana-restaurant-and-grocery-newport)! On a nice day pick up a couple tacos and head down the road to eat al fresco at French Park! (http://www.yelp.com/biz/french-park-cincinnati) The guac salad wasn't too exciting so next time I'll skip that and just stick to my pastor and chicken tacos! read more

Mind blowing and affordable tacos. Had a steak quesadilla that made me want to burn down every Taco Bell I've ever visited. This place is nothing short of amazing. read more

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The tortas are huge, the chicken is seasoned and delicious (all white meat and no tendons or bits that go "sproiiiing" when you bite into them), and the salsas come in "hot" or "hotter." They usually have a table or two set up under an awning for those who just can't wait to dig in until they get home. Don't judge this place by the sketchy convenience store they're parked in. This is authentic, delicious, friendly fare. read more

My only complaint is sometimes it's not there or closed. But it's a truck so I understand! The shrimp tacos are amazing.