I went here on a recommendation on Reddit's r/SanPedro page, and I'm glad I went. The kind redditor…read moresuggested the tacos, so I ordered 3 chicken tacos with a side of beans and rice. There were a few things that really stood out and made me very happy that I gave it a try. First, the red sauce in the salsa bar: very legit! Spicy, but very flavorful! I also tried the green chili/tomatillo sauce, which was also very good and good counter point to the unctuous marinated chicken. And they don't go cheap on the meat. Secondly, the corn tortillas were made in house and were hefty! Very tasty and held together where other tacos need two of the thin store-bought variety to have a hope to stand together. Very good. If I had the tiniest critique, I would say to add a tiny bit more salt to them, but I have a theory why they may go scant on it, and I respect that. Third, the beans and rice: The beans were very simple, but simply good. It takes a lot of guts to make and serve simple pinto beans boiled with salt. I know! What a concept! But simply delicious, and made to complement the rest of the food, and not distract from it. It takes a lot of confidence in my opinion for a restaurant to have such faith in their food to leave some that should be simple, simple. The same was true for the rice: simply well made, not over done with a ton of ingredients. It was well made: the individual grains didn't stick together. And it was unctuous without being overbearing. If I had to guess, I would say that they used broth and chicken fat. Simply good, and a complement to rest of the meal. Now to my theory. It makes sense that the masa would be light on the salt because it is the same masa that they use for pupusas, and the filling for pupusas (I just like that word) is savory and well seasoned. I'll let you now next time I got back and try the PUPUSAS! ;)

Clean place and friendly workers. Handmade tortillas were good. Agua de tamarindo was tangy and…read morefresh. Added some water to it as it was a bit sweet for me. I usually baseline judge a Mexican spot on their salsas and their carne asada. Salsas are not great. I tried all of them and none of them stood out. Their green sauce is over blended and just doesn't taste great. Asada wasn't the best quality and had gristle. Lengua was kind of shredded into pieces and by the end of the taco I didn't really want to keep eating it. Chicken tasted like it was seasoned with a ramen packet or something just odd seasoning.

Was working nearby so I pulled to grab something for lunch. Found them on Apple Maps then checked…read morethem out on Yelp. Located on the corner of 8th Street and Pacific Ave. Parking lot available in the back of the building but you can also park on the street. Went there for the quesabirria tacos cuz I thought they were goat. Oh I was so disappointed lol. I was told they don't do the goat quesabirria tacos cuz the goat has bone in it. So instead, I got the beef ones. A bit pricey but the food was really good. The service was also good. Took about 10-15 mins for my order. Everything was nice and hot. I didn't care for the consome. It had no flavor to it. It tasted more oily than anything. However, I do like the portion size. The tacos were also bigger than what I'm used to.

usually order the nachos and never have any problems, this time all of the chips were burnt and…read morebarley any meat.......

This was my first time here. When I arrived, I was expecting to dine in, but found out they are…read moretakeout-only. The menu was also difficult to read because many of the prices had faded badly -- they really need to go over the board with a Sharpie so first-time customers can actually see the prices clearly. I ordered the birria plate. The portion of meat was very generous -- probably at least half a pound -- and it came with a few standard tortillas, a small bag of chopped onion, cilantro, plus three lemon wedges. It also included a small side of refried beans with cheese on top, which was unremarkable, and some mushy Mexican rice that could have been much better. The meat itself was definitely the best part of the meal. It also came with a small container of consommé, but it was only lukewarm even though I had driven just 10 minutes away, so the food overall could have been hotter. There was only one hot sauce included, and I didn't care for it at all. I also missed the usual fresh radish slices and the standard red or green salsa options that many birria places provide. The food was packaged nicely, but overall I was expecting better for the price. It came to above $18, which felt overpriced for the quality, especially considering there's no dine-in option. While there was enough meat for two people, I personally would have preferred slightly smaller portions with better overall quality and sides. I've definitely had better birria elsewhere, which is why I'm giving this rating.

I've been a fan of Tacos El Goloso in Torrance for a long time, but the other day it was my first…read morerime check out another Tacos El Goloso location. This one is located in San Pedro on Gaffey St. Walking in, this spot had that old school cantina feel. It had cozy, colorful booths, worn in details and an authentic charm. It just felt like the perfect spot to eat some classic tacos. Simple, no frills and straight up classic. I chose to get my Tacos El Goloso go to favorite the Tacos Dorados de Birria. You can get 3 for $11.99, 4 for $14.99 or 5 for $17.99. These tacos always hit the spot. I love the crispy pan fried taco filled with generous tender beef birria. The dipping consommé is perfect and the side salsa is fire! I am happy to say this San Pedro location is just as good as the Torrance location. Compared to the Torrance spot, this one leans slightly more into that old school feel, but the tacos are just as delicious.

Very disappointed with my experience at Leo's Tacos. We ordered several tacos, including two tripas…read moretacos, and the tripas tasted horrible. We politely let the cashier and the cook know because we thought maybe there was an issue with the meat. Instead of apologizing or trying to make it right, we were simply told, "That's how they sold us the meat." There was no concern, no acknowledgment of our complaint, and no effort to replace the tacos or offer another option. I understand that suppliers can sometimes send poor-quality products, but that's not the customer's fault. Good customer service is about taking responsibility for the experience you're providing. A simple apology and an offer to replace the tacos would have gone a long way. Unfortunately, the lack of customer service was more disappointing than the food itself. Based on this experience, I won't be returning.

These tacos were amazing! I had the Al pastor alambre and 4 asada tacos. The meat was great, the…read moresalsas were great. They accept card at a 1.00 fee. The service was great and speedy. My food was out within 10 minutes and with a line they were definitely working. I always know the location is good when there's a line and people still coming in. I came in right after they opened at 6pm. The location is in a parking lot with no restrooms and places to sit. But looks like everybody was taking it to go anyways. Definitely a taco spot to try if in the area.

The food was great, the service was outstanding, and the Camarones à la diabla were perfect. The…read moredécor and pictures throughout the restaurant were beautiful and made for a great ambiance it's a bit outdated, but I think that's what makes it so special. Definitely worth a visit.

Sorry no food pics, first time coming to this cozy restaurant located in the heart of San Pedro…read more Got the ham & eggs breakfast, food was tasty & good flavor. Hubby got the menudo & was very satisfied, recommend if your looking for good food, great service & decent prices

You must try their Fish Tacos, Potato Tacos, Crunchy Chicken Tacos and Street Tacos. The best in…read moretown! Highly recommend. Don't forget the condiments (Raddishes, Lemon, Jalapeños in Vinegar, Cucumbers in spicy-spicy juice and Salsa. Yummy!

I ordered 4 burritos and they only gave me 2 salsas. I guess we all suppose to share. I don't…read moreunderstand why these mexican restaurants be so stingy with the salsa! At least give enough for everybody to get one. Then I asked for NO BEANS, and they put beans anyway. I asked for lemons and of course they didn't give me lemons. I'm never eating here again. I paid to much money $66.00 and I can't get enough condiments for my food. Smh.

Menudo is one of those dishes that leaves no room for compromise. For me, everything begins with…read morethe broth. If it isn't impeccably clean, clear, and free of any off flavors, the meal is over before it starts. For at least the past four years, La Perla Tapatía has never missed the mark. Every fall and winter weekend--and even on a few summer mornings--it's my destination for a bowl that consistently delivers. The broth is remarkably clean yet deeply savory, allowing the slow-cooked flavor of the tripe and spices to shine without feeling heavy or greasy. Finished with crisp white onion, fragrant cilantro, and accompanied by warm, hand-rolled corn tortillas, it's the kind of meal that reminds you why menudo has earned its place as a beloved tradition. The heart of this experience, however, is the señora behind it all. She prepares, cooks, and serves every bowl with the unmistakable touch of home cooking. Her care is evident in every bite, and if she ever leaves La Perla Tapatía, I suspect my loyalty will leave with her. She is the soul of the kitchen, and her cooking is the reason I return time and again. The setting is exactly what you would expect from a neighborhood Mexican bodega--unpretentious, welcoming, and stocked with the everyday ingredients and staples of Mexican cuisine. It's not polished or trendy, nor should it be. The authenticity of the food is what matters, and on that front, La Perla Tapatía continues to excel.

Dirty, rude, DOESNT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS. Asada quesadilla was bland and dry. They hype themselves…read moreup so much on social media but its not justifiable, especially with how overpriced everything is

Super friendly staff, great food especially the beans! And they hand make their corn tortillas.read more

Up front, it's important to know that I'm from Portland, Oregon and finding a decent bowl of menudo…read morethere is like hunting unicorns. I've had some but when in SoCal, I look forward to finding a better bowl. Muy Pronto delivered. A big bowl of steaming broth and so-tender tripe. Interesting that there were only a few garbanzos but in no way did that detract from my enjoyment of this dish. My palate isn't sophisticated enough to enumerate flavor distinctions, only enough to say this was good, and I'll be back.

I am sad to see this place has closed. It was always a place that I've grown with along with the…read morenow closed Jolly Burrito. Now the reason why I give this place 3 stars due to a saying that "I like the food but the food does not like me." I'll look at going to the Downey location someday as I think that's the last remaining El Taco location left.

Not a fan Green Chile burrito not all that great…read more We asked for no beans and half came with beans. Service is quick They have a drive through But I've had better

This place is amazing! So my three year old son saw their truck tonight opening up as we drove to…read moreCabrillo. He wanted to stop and I told him it was Mexican food not ice cream. He still insisted so I asked him what Mexican food he likes (none), he paused for a few moments and then exclaimed, "Tacos!" My picky little eater has never willingly eaten a taco in his life, but I told him we would go. He proudly held his bag of tacos on the way home, before, but also made sure to request a happy meal. Lucky for me I've never been to this place. I thought it was the el gallito truck, which is good, but been hit or miss lately. We got simple chicken and cheese tacos, which would hopefully be amenable to my 3 year old, but I got to eat them and they were DELICIOUS! If the tacos are any indication of the rest of the menu, I cant wait to eat here again sorry for the long story, but it was totally chance I stopped here and so glad I did Yay for tacos

We usually only come to this taco truck , best al pastor tacos!! They even add pineapple!! Now this…read moreis our first time trying their asada nachos and they were delicious !