On a whim we went to Taqueria El Zarape yesterday for dinner and we were not dissappointed. The tacos were fresh, made with home made tortillas and a salsa that was bright, flavorful and added the perfect seasoning to already delicious food. The menu isn't fussy, it's tacos, and burritos with a few extras. This isn't the most diverse menu but what they do they do extremely well. Don't let the location put you off as this is basically a food truck parked next to a permanent structure. But the interior decor was clean, bright and friendly. And they have a huge oscillating air conditioner so even in the excess of 100 degree temps outside it was cool and refreshing. Definitely a find and if you are a local it should be a must. read more

Great tasting tacos. My wife had the birria and my son drank the consume and said YUM! I had the carne asada tacos and the large agua de Jamaica. Authentic to Michoacan fo sure. Looking forward to coming back asap. read more

Oh YUP!! First time here and already claiming it as our go-to spot. We ordered a carne asada burrito and carne asada torta--both fantastic and for a great price! This unassuming spot is very clean, has a covered seating area, and a fully stocked salsa bar. Their staff was kind and friendly, patiently answering any questions we had. Will definitely be coming back for more!! read more

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Awesome food! Nice area to sit with the food coming from the food truck. Friendly staff. Nice salsa bar.

Some of the best pastor tacos i've ever had. would recommend 10/10. pricing is not too bad either.

The food is amazing and authentic. My favorite item is the birria burrito the tortillas are handmade, and the salsas are bomb. We eat here a few times a week! Also, the service is great! read more

Taqueria El Zarape - a menu for a restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Food always amazing Sonora style the best one thus far Service is Sonora if that's understandable The place is nice it gets busy in the afternoon But it's worth it trust me Homemade tortillas. Can ask for better read more

Food was amazing! Food was catered for work. Birria, rice and salsa and the homemade tortillas.

Fantastic tacos! I had the carne asada. $3/taco. Quick and friendly service. They take credit cards. And I love their little structure with beautiful tile floors. read more

Taqueria El Zarape - Care asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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These are the hands, anointed by God, to deliver to me the very best burrito I've ever had. In such an unassuming space, I found a burrito perfectly proportioned, meat phenomenally cooked, and tortilla astoundingly exciting the dish. I was a weary and hungry trucker, desolate and acquitted of hope. On a journey to Taco Bell across the street when I saw their flag blowing like a voice crying out in the wilderness. I took heed, for the kingdom of heaven was indeed at hand. The place was unassuming, but wow. I'm bereft of words to describe the food. I am remiss to continue my journey away from such a magical experience, but there is a quiet joy in my heart at the idea of another soul enjoying their food in my absence. read more

Taqueria El Zarape - a man looking out the window of a food truck - Mexican Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The food here is delicious and reasonably priced. They have a excellent selection of choices. It is super informal as a food truck with some very simple seating available. The woman who took and filled my order was very pleasant and patient as this was my first time at this place. The location is very unexciting, but the delicious food more than makes up for this. read more

Excellent authentic Mexican food !!! We stopped at the TTT truck sop and seen the little cantina across the street and took a chance and so glad we did in fact hit again on the way back through. read more

Flavors are truly authentic. Highly recommend eating hear, my favorite was the birria. Can't wait to try the rest!

The best quesabirria I've ever had. I would've taken a picture of the food but I couldn't put it down after the first bite

This place is fire!!! Had chavindecas for the first time and it was a tasty little meat and cheese delight. Everyone else had tacos and burritos and had to go round two because they were that good! Stop in. read more

Taqueria El Zarape - Burria taco. - Mexican Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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As an AZ native, I've had my share of tacos and birria. The food here was top tier. I couldn't get enough of the salsas and guac sauce. The staff was very friendly as they took my to go order. I wouldn't have minded staying in the seating area to eat. It was well shaded and cool enough to sit and wait. Wish I had taken a picture. Very nice looking plates of food. read more

Amazing food truck. Super friendly, best corn tortillas I've ever had and awesome birria. Prices are fair too. Had the barria plate and added 2 carne asada and 2 pork adobada tacos on side. Everything was amazing. Clean area outside the truck to eat as well. Will be back read more

This place is bomb. Literally one of the best places in Tucson. I tried their burritos they were amazing. I tried there, birria tacos, and it felt like i was in heaven. I went home and smacked my mother twice and came back and gave them a tip. read more

Wow! Wow!! Wow!!!! Let's start by saying that!!!! We have eaten A LOT of Mexican food but this was quit amazing. True authentic Mexican flavors with a homemade salsa bar. The salsa is so fresh, flavorful, and has a nice spice. I was looking for quesabirria tacos which I didn't see on the menu, so I asked and they said they could make it for me. Yay!!! They also gave me the consommé to dip into! Their corn tortillas are hand made!!! I could see the lady using the press and make them! We also got a taco Zarpe (something like that). Oh wow! Sautéed onions, roasted poblanos and jalapeño, chorizo, and carne asada, with melted cheese on top of a hand made giant tortilla. I promise you won't be disappointed!!!! This is our new spot!!!! read more

Taqueria El Zarape - Quesabirria tacos (not on the menu, I asked for them) - Mexican Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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My husband often comes out to this area to get truck repairs done nearby and just happened to stop here the last time he was getting his truck repaired. He was telling me about this place and how good it was, but I dismissively didn't think much of what he was saying.... then one night he said "we have to drive over there" and I let him drag me along because it's about a 30 min drive from where we live. But let me tell you. This was by far, the best meal I have had in quite a long time. It brought tears to my eyes. I was totally speechless and blown away. This truck is tucked away just off I-10 and totally overlooked because it is just behind the TTT. The space they have created for this little truck is so nice, they have built a patio-type setting around it with seating and cover for shade/weather protection. My husband has pronounced that this is the only Birria in Tucson that matters. I would have to agree. I can't wait to go again. read more

OMGoodness... found this place on the way to Tombstone from Tucson! Awesome!! I had the tacos birria and they were fantastic!

Parked my truck at the truckstop across the street and saw this place and so glad I stopped. Great taco stand! Good came incredibly fast, owners were incredibly friendly, and the little litter seating area with the Christmas lights was a nice touch. I come from Houston, so there are plenty of choices where I'm from, but their carne asada burrito topped them all. My only regret was not having a bigger appetite to try the quesabirria tacos, but they look incredible too! read more

I tried every taco on the menu, each was worthy of a 5 star rating. The burrito was huge, and the pineapple soda was a great compliment to the meal as well. Overall I can't recommend this place enough! Authentic taste and atmosphere to go with it! read more

Omg Amazing little out door cafe food truck very friendly and super great food authentic food had the Zarape it was amazing a lot of food if your in Tucson and a if you're a truck driver super great can walk from the pilot truck stop in two min right across the street exit 286 read more

I was looking for tacos in yelp and I find out this little food truck we order a vacation parida and a taco zarape wow totally recommended

I went there for the birria. (First issue) The guy that took my order charge me one price but after I waited for my food, he said he made a mistake and the food cost more! I got my order to go. On my way home I looked at what I got for $11. It was three soft tacos and the meat looked like pork. I actually turned around, went back and asked if they gave me the wrong order. I was told it was birria. (Second issue) When I got home to eat, it was some of the most flavorless Mexican meat I've ever eaten. I will not be going here again and if anyone asked, I'd tell them not to go. read more

If you are in the area must have. Best Mexican food truck ive been to. Dont miss out.

Excellent food and great service so friendly and attentive. Don't miss an opportunity stop by and see for your self. Oh yea and hand made to order tortillas, really good food, great people, and nice atmosphere. Bring family and enjoy. read more

First time here but NOT the last time for sure trust me! I went all out I tried a bit of everything and so far all their meats are good!! Asada(steak), pollo (chicken), birria (goat meat). On the next visit I'm trying their torta for sure estilo Michoacan, stay tuned! read more

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Delicious birra tacos.... me and my man come here often... must try this place... the corn tortillas are delicious....im pretty sure they make them themselves.... Plus ive only tried the birra, ima start working my way thru the menu!!!! read more