Taqueria el Compa

4.5 (31 reviews)

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Taqueria el Compa - Tacos (asada and lengua) - Mexican Near Me - Wells, Nevada

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Taqueria el Compa - Asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Wells, Nevada

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Jon A.

Got the Asada burrito, had a good amount of meat in it plus rice and beans. The green and red salsas paired well with it, good for a quick stop off the highway

Mark E.

Delicious carne asada tacos. We weren't expecting much at this taco truck in Wells, NV but found it to be just as yummy as anything we would find in a big city. BONUS: they sell hamburgers and fries which was nice for the kids!

Nathan M.

Well worth the 10 min stop from a road trip for ridiculously good tacos. Generous everything and homemade goodness.

Nick B.

Far exceeds expectations for any eatery in Wells. So so much better than anything else in town.

Not a lot of meal choices in Wells, Nevada, but the good news is the Taqueria el Compa food truck feeds your appetite! Authentic flavors and quick, friendly service. I recommend the carnitas tacos.

I ordered for delivery from this place which was great. Didn't take long and the food was absolutely delicious!!! Service over the phone was nice and polite also. Definitely will order from again if I pass thru this area! Delicious!!

Dhondup N.

Food truck food ; who could go wrong with it and when surrounded by burger and fries outlets. I called out to confirm if they open ... I had just dropped to my hotel: it's a green food truck 2 min away from my hotel. It's a treat to my 5 hours journey... I ordered tacos combo $10 u get 3 tacos : rice : beans : sauce : all warm fresh ! The chips crispy and burritos and yup my fav carbeza ... even borrowed a screw driver from them ( not the drink ! ) to tighten my number plate ... until then see ya on my way back.

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Becky P.

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This place has amazing Mexican food.. it is definitely worth the wait It is closed on the weekends though.

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Emina S.

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REAL FOOD!!! Such a welcome relief from all the basic spots on our roadtrip. Ordered a veggie burrito and added peppers, removed tomatoes and lettuce. It had rice, beans, shredded cheese, peppers, avocado, and salsa. Gentleman over the phone was super helpful letting me know how I could modify/add on to it. My order was ready in just a few mins. Great menu of classic dishes + daily specials, it'd and the perfect spot to stop on your roadtrip if near Wells, NV. So glad I stopped by. read more

Taqueria el Compa - really good veggie burrito - Mexican Near Me - Wells, Nevada

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Diego H.

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It was very good food. I enjoyed my experience due to the good service. They were informational and quite helpful. Very good for a quick bite with the quality of food better than many real restaurants. read more

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Yvette S.

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We all loved our lunch. In particular the carnitas taco and the fish tacos. Great spot on the way to Idaho.

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Erin R.

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Great service, great food! We both got burritos. My husband grew up in San Diego so he's picky about Mexican but he gave it full thumbs up. read more

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Jon A.

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Got the Asada burrito, had a good amount of meat in it plus rice and beans. The green and red salsas paired well with it, good for a quick stop off the highway read more

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Jason B.

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All the menu items I have tried are great. Their prices are affordable. The employees are very friendly. The Hawaiian burger is amazing.

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Karen A.

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Always friendly and always delicious!! Fast service and good menu! Always like to support local businesses!

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Eric M.

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I am from LA. So I am very picky about my Mexican food. This taco truck was fantastic. I highly recommend the fried fish in a torta or burrito. But everything was great. The owner is a wonderful person and works really hard. I applaud their accomplishments. I highly recommend Anyone to skip any sit down restaurant in Wells and venture over to this taco truck you won't be disappointed. read more

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Maya M.

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We stopped here on our road trip and it was delicious! Would definitely stop here again! The food is so fresh and the owner is so kind!

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Mark E.

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Delicious carne asada tacos. We weren't expecting much at this taco truck in Wells, NV but found it to be just as yummy as anything we would find in a big city. BONUS: they sell hamburgers and fries which was nice for the kids! read more

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Rhea A.

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My husband and I each ordered the three taco plate with beans and rice; I had chicken and he had beef. I've never seen tacos topped with simply raw onion and parsley before. I live in the southwest and have eaten at many authentic Mexican restaurants where tacos usually have a variety of vegetables. Raw onion is hard on my stomach so I removed all of it, not an easy task. If I had known only raw onion would be on the tacos, I wouldn't have ordered it. The biggest problem was grease, grease and more grease! I expect refried beans most of the time to have oil in them and cheese on top, but the Spanish rice was very greasy as well. After I finished eating one taco, my hands were very oily. The tacos were literally dripping with oil. The bottom of Styrofoam container was a grease slick in each compartment. My husband's dinner experience was similar to mine. I had indigestion all evening from the grease. I don't know if we hit an off night, but it was terrible food. It was not especially cheap either, and when you consider it's a truck in a potholed parking lot there's nothing that would induce me to return. read more

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Mike D.

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I drive a truck throughout the US. This is by far better than any corporate restaurant. The people are very nice and patient. Silverware,napkins everything given to you to enjoy your meal. Well Done!! read more

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Nathan M.

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Well worth the 10 min stop from a road trip for ridiculously good tacos. Generous everything and homemade goodness. read more

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Nick B.

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Far exceeds expectations for any eatery in Wells. So so much better than anything else in town. read more

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Sheila L.

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Not a lot of meal choices in Wells, Nevada, but the good news is the Taqueria el Compa food truck feeds your appetite! Authentic flavors and quick, friendly service. I recommend the carnitas tacos. read more

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Jeanne H.

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Excellent decision to stop for lunch as we were driving through. Delicious food, very fresh with nice portions. I had street tacos, great! Even the burger with fries was so good, fresh meat, plenty of toppings and hot fries! Will be a regular stop every time we drive through. read more

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Summer L.

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The food was amazing. We stopped through town and needed dinner. This seriously hit the spot. Their pastor was delicious and the elote was the best I've had. Food was fresh. Great service. Definitely stop here if you want some authentic and delicious Mexican food!!! My kids loved their bean and cheese burrito and the rice! Ask for extra red sauce (hint of spice but also a tad sweet too). read more

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Jaritza G.

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I ordered for delivery from this place which was great. Didn't take long and the food was absolutely delicious!!! Service over the phone was nice and polite also. Definitely will order from again if I pass thru this area! Delicious!! read more

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Misty F.

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Excellent Nachos and also excellent service and kind people ! They delivered my nachos and soda right to my hotel room and were very friendly and smiley and I just loved the nachos !! I got my order very fast too ! I am highly recommending this place !!!!! read more

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Dhondup N.

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Food truck food ; who could go wrong with it and when surrounded by burger and fries outlets. I called out to confirm if they open ... I had just dropped to my hotel: it's a green food truck 2 min away from my hotel. It's a treat to my 5 hours journey... I ordered tacos combo $10 u get 3 tacos : rice : beans : sauce : all warm fresh ! The chips crispy and burritos and yup my fav carbeza ... even borrowed a screw driver from them ( not the drink ! ) to tighten my number plate ... until then see ya on my way back. read more

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Milo D.

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Driving through Wells and looking for a quick bite, after reading a few reviews I wanted to try El Compa. I went with 5 carnitas tacos, they were loaded with meat, fried onions, and two outstanding (red/green) salsas. The flavor was great, and when traveling through Wells in the future, I'll definitely stop and eat at El Compa read more

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amy j.

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Had a great meal, $10 each. 3 tacos, rice and beans. Forgot to get chips but we were stuffed. Al pastor and shrimp were excellent, so was the chicken. Usually chicken is so dry but this was great. Fried fish taco and asada also good. read more

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Julie C.

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Great Carne Asada tacos and quesadilla. Side of beans good and rice was okay. Salsa is yummy too!

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Mark G.

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We were SOO very tired of chain, fast-food, road food and after seeing the few real options in Wells, we decided "nothing ventured, nothing gained". Soo glad we tried it! We both had their street tacos ( carnitas y carne asada) and would gladly return to this delightful food truck next time we are on I-80. read more

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Stephen G.

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Terrible management!!! The only waitress was working her butt off while management was nowhere to be found! After 8 minutes of waiting, I left. read more

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Monique R.

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Great little food truck. We had the burrito and 1 fish 1 lengua taco; we will stop here again.

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Joliene C.

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Hidden gem! I love a great street taco & I got 3 with rice & beans for $13!! Carne asada was my fav!

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Millie S.

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Excellent authentic food truck. We stopped because towns the best rating in Wells. 3 fish taco was enough to fill up my hubby. I had a chicken taco and a marinated pork taco that came with fried onions. Yummy. read more

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Zachary S.

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This is the type of food I've had before and search for for years but always comes up short. This taco truck did not. Go here you won't be disappointed. read more

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Kendall T.

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Super tasty tacos! Had the el pastor, carnitas and carne asada and would definitely come back the next time I'm on a road trip passing through read more

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1092 6th St
Wells, NV 89835
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(775) 407-0257
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Hours

What time does Taqueria el Compa open?

Taqueria el Compa opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Taqueria el Compa close?

Taqueria el Compa closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Taqueria el Compa is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

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Does Taqueria el Compa serve alcohol?

Yes, Taqueria el Compa serves alcohol.

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Yes, Taqueria el Compa has outdoor seating options.

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Dave D.

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3 years ago

Absolutely delicious!!! I had taco platter beef and a burrito beef Im stuffed beyond belief!!! Quick easy order, it took maybe 15 minutes to order and have delivered to my hotel. read more

James P.

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4 years ago

Stopped by while we were taking 80 through Nevada. Great quesadillas and tacos and friendly people

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