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For a Sunday at 1:30pm it was crazy crowded. Like no personal space type of crowded. People would stand next to you and hover waiting for a place to sit, so overly crowded. Very small location, and parking is tough to get with paid parking everywhere. I do love the salsa bar, with variety of salsa options. The mild avocado salsa is the best! Also jalapeños and pickled onions available. The carne asada burrito comes with meat, beans and salsa. The churros are so warm, soft crunchiness and the glaze (condensed milk goodness) it comes with is heaven!
Parking is a nightmare, but finding seating in the restaurant is worse. Ordered a bean and cheese burrito, it only has one bite of cheese. Took 45 minutes for food to be ready and everyone that ordered their food after us got it before us. I've been to the Taco Stand in Vegas and went back multiple times because it was so good. I won't be back to this location as the entire experience was bad.
The Taco Stand is easily my favorite taco spot in the OC. Even when it's busy, the service is consistently quick, making it a super easy go-to. A huge highlight is that they actually include avocado on the tacos, which really sets them apart. They also have a great salsa selection at the bar so you can dial in the flavor exactly how you like it. Definitely a solid 5-star spot if you're looking for quality and efficiency.
I tried the Al Pastor taco, and for $5 (including tax and tip), it was a win. Al Pastor: The flavors were actually on point, so much so that I was ready to go back and order a second one. Salsa Bar: They have a self-service salsa bar where everything tasted fresh and well-made. The Experience: It's a straightforward, solid spot. The only thing is that the tables were not clean.
The Taco Stand originated in San Diego, and made its way to Orange County in 2019. This location is in the Orange Circle next to Snooze AM Eatery. I tried their Shrimp Burrito $10.50. The service was good and our food came out quickly. The only thing about the shrimp burrito is it did not come with any beans or rice, just shrimp and cabbage, but the chipotle sauce was good. I look forward to coming back and trying their variety of tacos and quesadillas. This place has a straightforward menu with good food. They also have a salsa bar with condiments for your food. There is a lot of seating, but they get very busy at lunchtime and fill up fast. Happy eating! Yelp Review #5- 2026
Parking is on the street but I found some okay on a Monday night. Indie is decorated nicely, I like the retro casual feel with high ceilings. I ordered the California burrito & the pastor taco. The California burrito was massive & delicious, I got some extra sour cream on the side & added some green salsa inside. The pastor taco was delicious as well. I liked the salsa bar. My friend got the carne asada fries & loved them. The staff were all very nice & friendly. The food did take around 20 minutes which wasn't bad but remember to be patient as they do hand make everything. Would definitely come back again.
I was on a work trip and was looking for a place to eat for dinner. I found this place through Yelp. I ordered the Mar y Tierra fries. The fries had shrimp, carne asada, guacamole, cheese, chipotle sauce on top of fries. The fries were delicious, the shrimp and carne asada were cooked to perfection. The meats with the guacamole, chipotle sauce and cheese were the perfect combination with the fries. The meal was very filling and delicious. Customer service was great. The restaurant ambiance is customer service friendly. The menu has great selection on the menu. This is a great place to go for great tasting Mexican food.
In town for daughters gymnastics! Came here because a lady that was coming out told us we would referee not eating here. Disclaimer: we are from San Antonio, TX. We know tacos . My daughter has 2 Aplastot , my wife had a burrito, I had grilled pescado, and we had asada fries. I'm going to describe my experience as my daughter and wife inhaled there's ( must be good !!! :-) The grilled pescado tacos were cooked very well, seasoned, and a perfect portion for the corn tortilla. With a fresh cabbage and a light sauce on top. Had I not ordered the Asada Fries I would still be a little hungry ( I'm greedy though). The Asada fries where well seasoned with melted cheese and beef. I did enjoy the tacos here and it is a legit spot. Not Texas but it will do.
Tacos here are delicious and you can also swap to flour tortilla of corn is not your vibe. I usually get carne asada or mushroom tacos, and 2 tacos is pretty filling for me. The salsa bar can be slow depending on how packed it is. The portion cups are only so small and there's so much variety of items to get so line can get clogged pretty easily. They also do catering! My friend has catered for her baby shower before and can confirm the quality is just as good and holds up well.
Loved our entire experience here. Fast ordering, friendly service and good food. Came here on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Got tacos and a quesadilla. Carne asada was so yummy, large bite size pieces and really good flavoring. Pastor was flavorful and juicy. The quesadilla was just as great as the tacos. Melted cheese and hand made tortillas, so good.
I might just be a girl from the Midwest but this place has ruined all other tacos for me. Everything is made to order, including the freshly pressed buttery soft tortillas, so the line can extend out the door. During the weekends it's super busy, and seating can get *very* limited. Ambiance is casual and lively, lots of families and folks getting lunch while shopping or grabbing a weeknight dinner. I have not had anything else other than the tacos here, but I can and will speak for the tacos and I think they are truly some of the best around. I've tried the carne asada, al pastor, pollo asado, mushroom, and baja tacos and all are excellent. My personal favorites are the al pastor and mushroom. The al pastor has a slight crisp that is so satisfying and the textures are all *perfect* together. I love the unique mushroom one, it's a nice meatless option. The fresh churros are also not to be slept on, super warm and soft and served with condensed milk to dip in. Delicious. There's a self-serve salsa bar where you can try a variety of sauces from mild to spicy and get your own limes; I love the salsa verde and creamy cilantro salsa! The line moves slowly because the cups are small and there's only one bar, but you can stock up on your sauces while you wait for your order. They take your order at the counter pretty quick, so it's just waiting for your order to come out, but for me, the little wait is so worth it.
I love the tacos here! I especially like that guac is included on both the chicken and carne asada tacos. The tacos were delicious, and the service was pretty fast even though this place gets busy. There's some seating inside, but it fills up quickly, so it can be hard to grab a spot during busy times. The only downside is that there's only one bathroom, which can be a bit inconvenient when it's crowded. Overall, the tacos tasted amazing and I'd definitely come back.
I may not be an expert on Mexican food, but I absolutely love it, and I absolutely loved the food here! Everything tasted authentic, the tacos were SO GOOD and on top of it all, they even had carne asada fries which were oh so delicious. Service was quick, you order up front and you pick your food as soon as it's ready. The seating was a bit of a tight fit, but nothing too difficult to manage.
4 months ago
Love the food. Service was great Ernesto was very patient with our order. Place gets busy and the food takes sometime but it's always very fresh and delicious. read more
4 months ago
Fast service, big smiles, and amazing tacos! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come back read more
11 months ago
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5 months ago
Ishmael did outstanding service! :) One of the best taco stand locations I've been to. Everyone here is so lovely :) The food was delicious. We ordered a California burrito, a shrimp taco, a mushroom taco, a cactus taco, and churros! :) I literally drive 40 mins to come here! Would recommend!!! :) read more
1 year ago
This was the best burrito of my life and possibly also best meal of my life. This restaurant has a free salsa bar with avo and multiple incredible salsas, a LOADED shrimp burrito for $11, and delicious, flavorful everything. The handmade tortillas are a plus! read more
5 months ago
Food was amazing - best Taco in the area. Never gets tired of the taco and burrito. Elisha at the counter super friendly and gave us the best vibe to enjoy. Friends from Korea came visit and he also enjoyed thoroughly! read more
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Been here several times. The tacos are great. The salsas on point. Very Friendly staff. Specially Ernesto, always happy to help. read more
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Ernesto our server was so nice. Place had great service, friendly staff, love the environment, casual, fun music, and clean. Tacos were amazing and a very tasty and diverse self serve salsa bar. Would come back. read more
5 months ago
The service here is great and all the food is awesome. Churros are on point. Ernesto in particular was welcoming and super hospitable read more
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From the fresh tortillas to the juicy meat, all of the tacos we had were amazing! Ernesto helped us in the front and gave us amazing recommendations. Sonora, Carne Asada, Al Pastor and Camaron tacos pictured. 10/10!! read more
While in Anaheim, I was thrilled to discover that The Taco Stand--our beloved gem from La Jolla--had set up shop here. Unfortunately, the magic didn't make the move. The Anaheim location felt like the off-brand sequel to a cult classic: same name, none of the charm. The space was noticeably unkempt, tables strewn with the remnants of previous guests' meals. We played musical chairs trying to find one that wasn't sticky or stacked with trays. The staff seemed overwhelmed or perhaps freshly minted--either way, the ordering process was an exercise in patience. And then came the burritos: we ordered three carne asada, yet each arrived looking like a different species of wrap. Inconsistency was the only thing they had in common. In short, if you're a fan of the original, proceed with caution. This Taco Stand felt more like a taco stumble. read more
I grabbed lunch with my wife at the Taco Stand in Old Town Orange on Christmas Eve. While the building wasn't large, there was a variety of seating - a few small tables, countertop with high seats, and a long table in the center of the building that was suited for big parties of 10 or more. I got a carne asada burrito, a baja taco, carne asada fries, and their corn on the cob. They were out of cotija cheese for the corn on the cob but I don't think it impacted the experience too much. Standout items were definitely the carne asada fries. The guacamole was fresh and the fries were crisp on the outside and flakey potato on the inside. The carne asada burrito was stuffed with big chunks of steak and I also got a large piece of fried tilapia for the baja taco. Overall, I enjoyed my experience of the Taco Stand. It's definitely a casual hangout spot with friends. I would definitely do the fries again and maybe try the California burrito or some more tacos and the salsa bar. read more
Came with friends for a quick bite. Had the steak and chicken tacos- both were delicious. They gave a salsa bar for some add ons. Decent sized burritos and fries. Not enough seating so you may eat while standing or take it to go. Average pricing. read more
5 months ago
Love this place! Ernesto was so welcoming and patient with my large group!! We came here for my son's 21 birthday and he rolled out the red carpet. Gracias!! read more
1 year ago
Quick Summary A decent taco spot, but fell below my expectations of the Taco Stand. The meat and fries were great, but I was really disappointed by the tortillas. Street and lot parking available here and there around DT Orange. Food- 3.5 stars Ordered the carne asada fries, and a mix of shrimp, carne asada, pastor tacos and tacos volcan. The meat was delicious and juicy. The fries had the standard Taco Standard crunch that I've grown quite fond of. The major disappointment came with the tortillas. I always enjoyed the fresh and pillowy homemade tortillas made at the SD locations, and was disappointed when my tacos at this location had a cold and rough tortilla. Service- 5 stars They got the food out pretty quickly. Pretty easy fast casual ordering like all their locations Bottom Line The fries and the meats were good and comparable to the other locations. However, was disappointed with their tortillas, which is usually the primary reason I enjoyed visiting their SD locations when around the area read more
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Absolutely love The Taco Stand! This location is always busy but they are so quick regardless. Luis was so kind to us and very helpful with recommendations. It can be loud but the vibe is super fun! read more
11 months ago
If you want consistently delicious tacos to hit the spot this is the place! My fiancé and I come here after every beach day. First visited the Laguna location, and we were not disappointed visiting the orange location. We park in the structure just down the street and walk over, no need to circle the area to find parking. It is almost always busy when we visit in the afternoons, so the tables might be a little dirty. There are only about 4 tables and some bar stool seating so it may be hard to find a place to sit when it's busy. I recommend the baja tacos, the asada, and the California burrito. The guac is good but they recently switched their chips so we don't order it as much. The decor of the place is pretty laid back and definitely gave the vibe of taco places I've been to in Mexico! read more
Yes this place is beyond phenomenal. Walk-in smells delicious, the prices are fair. The line is out the door because of how authentic this food is if you are ever in the area of Fullerton or Brea make sure you stop in! You will not be disappointed. read more
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there was a long wait, but the line moved very quickly and the workers were nice. try their mar y tierra fries and mar y tierra tacos (secret menu)! they also make their churros in-house and they're phenomenal. read more
Instantly walked into what felt like a taqueria in Mexico in the middle of Old Town Orange!! You'll be greeted and prompted to order @ the door, menu is right above. Música latina is playing in the background, and the place is full of lively conversations, kitchen noises and loads of good vibes. Walls are decorated with hand made paintings and lights and flags!! Food taste like Mexico!! Tortillas are hand made, meat and veggies are seasoned to perfection! Salsa bar near the fountain drinks in the back area. I have to give Hector a shout out! Met him at the salsa bar and he suggested the right salsa based on our order and then came around during our meal to ask if we needed anything further. BE MORE LIKE HECTOR !! read more
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This place is known for their tacos obviously but I came FOR THE CHURROS on this cold winter night it hit the spot! read more
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This past Friday I had family visiting from out of state and they were craving some good tacos, so I brought them to The Taco Stand. As usual, the line was out the door and the dinning room was packed. Ernesto was taking orders in a friendly and efficient manner, so the line moved at a good pace. There were four of us in my party so we ordered a good amount of food: tacos al pastor, Baja taco, camaron taco, Mar y Tierra Taco, Sonora Taco, carne asada burrito, carne asada fries, and two orders of churros. Though it was a bit of a wait, it was totally worth it. The food was fresh, hot, flavorful, and filling. Everyone enjoyed every bite, and the churros are some of the best around. This is definitely one of my top places to visit. read more
1 year ago
I'd had multiple people rave about The Taco Stand, so I finally had to check it out for myself! Located in Old Town Orange, I honestly can't believe I hadn't been before. It's a super cute spot where you order at the counter and wait for your name to be called when your food's ready. We went on a Wednesday night and the place was busy. Seating is limited, so a lot of people were standing around waiting for tables to open up. We ordered a variety of tacos, and the standouts for me were the al pastor, grilled fish, and spicy shrimp. I love that the tacos come loaded with onions, cilantro, and guacamole. The fish ones are topped with cabbage and avocado. At $4-$5 a taco, it's not your typical cheap street taco, but the quality and flavor justify the price. Definitely worth the hype! read more
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240 W Chapman Ave
Orange, CA 92866
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Im allergic to pork. Is there cross contamination with the el pastor when I order other types of food?
yes
What kind of fish is used in the baja taco?
For our Baja Taco we use swai fish that is battered.
Do they have any Taco Tuesday specials?
What's the capacity of the store and are there taco Tuesday specials?
Capacity is small, approx 25 people maybe.
Are the corn tortillas and chips 100 percent gluten free?
Thank you for your inquiry. Our tortillas are 100% gluten free. As are the chips, however the chips are fried in the same fryer that we fry our fries which are battered. So the chips do have some cross contamination with gluten products.
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