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I had come to the bar next door and saw Umbrella Taco so added it on my list to try ever since. The pictures looked so promising. We came here on a Saturday night and it was busy. Service was very fast and I love how it feels like a casual taco stand inside. You can even see the food be made fresh to order. I'm going to address the elephant in the room first. At $6 a taco is very steep, I know but it's delicious! The asada taco feels very authentic with handmade corn tortillas and some juicy tender asada. Welcome to West Hollywood with those prices! We also got a dorado (potato taco) and although it was good I wouldn't get it again as there were other options I would want to try. The esquites (Mexican street corn salad) were amazing though and a good sharing portion as well. They use kewpie mayo and it does make a huge difference. With three tacos and a side of esquites my heart and stomach were content.
Absolutely delicious! Came here last minute looking for a burrito and some fish tacos while we were staying in West Hollywood. Wasn't expecting anything crazy but it was close by and was VERY IMPRESSED! Their fish tacos and carne asada burrito were definitely something to write home about service was super quick and the inside looks like a classic taqueria with bar seating. If you're in the area and looking for some great Mexican food I would give it a try.
Slightly disappointed in myself for not having found this Taco spot until after living near West Hollywood for over 4 years. As a pescatarian, this place is a must try, and a must-revisit! I ordered 5 tacos and did not feel like I overdid anything (even though I left full!) I had one [Fried] Fish, one Shrimp, one Dorado, and two Jackfruit Mole tacos. Can you tell which was my favorite? The Jackfruit Mole tacos were so delicious. It had the perfect amount of sweetness, and the jackfruit was just a great finishing touch. I loved the flavors of the Shrimp tacos, and while the Fish taco wasn't the best I've had, it was still done really well! And they had a huge piece of fish as well! While the Dorado was still good (the only hardshell taco), it was a little too much potato for me and I know that when I come back, I'll just order 3 Jackfruit Mole tacos. If you're just here for tacos (or burritos...which my partner mentioned was excellent for an Al Pastor burrito), you'll notice there isn't too many spots in the small TaCO restaurant. There are a few seats outside in the front, and stools at the bar inside. But the main restaurant, Umbrella (which shares the same exact kitchen), is a great place if you want more food! Food came out fast, the folks who worked there are super friendly as well! I'd recommend coming a bit early to find street parking and grab a seat!
I loved my experience here. It's adjacent to a sit down restaurant that I think is under the same name. Came to this one for the more casual quick bite feel. I love that they had so many vegetarian options that actually taste great. I opted for three tacos; jackfruit mole, veggie and shrimp. I inhaled them. So good. The service was friendly as well. I wish I lived closer - but Next time I'm in the area, I'll def drop by to grab a plate.
Wow food 5/5 say less. Carne asada is so tender but a bit salty, shrimp is so tender, fries so well seasoned. Guacamole is SO GOOD. Service 5/5
The food here is GREAT. I stopped in for a quick bite, it was empty inside but the food was amazing. The service was great as the food came out in like 5 mins but was made fresh. The inside of the place is super nice and cozy as well. Strongly recommend. I will def be back to try more stuff.
A quick tip: Umbrella Taco is sisters/neighboring with Melrose Umbrella Co. next door and albeit they overlap some things from their menu, don't get it wrong: come directly to this taco spot instead if you want the true and authentic best taco experience! This is a local gem of a spot! My boyfriend discovered umbrella taco a few years back, and this has become our favorite stop for quality tacos ever since! You seriously can't go wrong when coming here and ordering food, from the hospitality to the flavors within the tacos, you will not be disappointed! We wanted to give a special shout out to Juan and the staff for always being so hospitable and treating us so well every time we come in here! We have tried a variety of tacos, from Carne Asada to El Pastor to the cauliflower tacos, but by far the Al Pastor is the agreed-upon favorite! The flavors are an amazing balance of sweet and savory, and when paired with the spicy salsa, it makes her an epic dinner! But honestly, every single taco is so good. It's really hard to pick a top favorite! The carne asada is cooked really well and the cauliflower is fried in this really nicely tangy buffalo sauce and topped with a contrasting slaw which really highlights the palette well. We also really love the quesadillas, which are served in very large and generous portions. Our particular favorite is the chicken, which is stuffed with cheese and meat (yum)! My boyfriend, and I also love to pair our meal with one of the frozen slushies-- our favorite is the piña colada, which is made quite spirit-forward with rum if that's your kind of thing! But the margarita is also extremely refreshing and delicious! Honestly this place will continue to be one of our all time favorites and we're honored to be regulars here!
Was planning to sit down at Melrose Umbrella, but saw this spot right next door and food smelled delicious. Walked in and bunch of guys making some good amazing food! Small fast-casual place with limited table sitting. Seems like part of Melrose Umbrella. I ordered Al Pastor, Shrimp, and Fried Fish Taco. All three of them were absolutely delicious. Al pastor had a lot of flavors and had right crunch to it. Shrimps were full of flavors and juicy. Fresh fish was perfectly fried and had amazing perfect crunch to it. Definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a quick bite.
I've been going to Umbrella Tacos for a few years. They never disappoint. Their food is really good. I've tried every taco option on the menu. My favorites are al pastor and carne asada which is grass fed!
Just moved nearby and was excited to try the food. I attempted to call my order in and nobody picked up the phone after 4 times calling. Went in person to order and it was a mess. Walking in it looks filthy. Most of the guys working there have filthy aprons and there is food all over the floor behind the counter. A person, I later found out was the manager, came up to the counter and was typing on his cell phone as he asked me what I wanted. I mentioned that I tried to call in the order and he mumbled something about the phone not working, He didn't look up and continued to type on his phone so I thought maybe he's putting the order in his phone? Nope. He asked me for the order again and didn't offer a receipt. The food came in a bag that was also dirty and stained with food. Mind you, the tacos are miniature and are $6 a pop. 3 tacos $18 and terrible service and atmosphere. To top it off I got indigestion.
I came into here on Melrose and it's pretty loud and they have a lot of cute decor. They don't have much seating except bar seating. Their tacos be overpriced as located on Melrose would be expected. You can get some street tacos for cheaper and more authentic. They were so stingy with the salsa that I got with my chips. I got chips and only I little teaspoon of salsa in the cup. It almost looked empty and I got all these chips. At least give me the salsa that I paid for. Do not recommend coming here for salsa and chips at least.
Cute little spot for a light lunch. The food was amazing. Parking not the easiest. I would go back.
their food is soooo good, dude. service is also pretty valid; the guys working are very friendly and will provide a recommendation for anything you need. their seating is dope. both outdoor and indoor bar-style seating available.
1 year ago
Came here for taco tuesday and was pleasantly surprised by the menu and taste of the food. I was lucky enough to find parking at a meter in front and walked right in and sat down. I arrived a little after 5 and it was chill. It didnt start getting crowded until closer to 7. I got the veggie taco: mushrooms and Brussels sprouts was great. The chicken tinga taco: loved the meat flavor and sauce, the carne asada: meat tender and the red onions were good. Last but not least the al pastor was good and a hint of pineapple and red onion was good. I got the guacamole and chips, it was more lime than I wanted but I added salt and it was better. I ordered an IPA and it was good, all you need is one. read more
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Gina V.
Kandece- thank you so much for visiting us and the thoughtful review.…
Delicious. Divine. Definitely go! I waddled by in critical condition! Hungry! thirsty! In desperation need of nourishment! No dissapointments here. We actually went next door and were directed to Umbrella proper. Bartender greeted us promptly and warmly. And was super super helpful in drink selection! (Yall gotta try the gin fennel miso drink! It his creation, and it's stunning!) Anyway the space is beautiful! Both indoors and out! We had a seat on the gorgeous patio! Tacos came promptly and DAMN were they good! We had the al pastor and the carne asada...then promptly ordered more. They are a little expensive for a single taco and only have one tortilla per taco, but these are delightful! The smash burger was also so solid, I had to order another one!! Ten outta ten stars!! read more
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Emma- wow! Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review and…
2 months ago
The chicken mole and al pastor is unreal!! Literally the best tacos in LA. And freshly made tortillas read more
2 years ago
I had come to the bar next door and saw Umbrella Taco so added it on my list to try ever since. The pictures looked so promising. We came here on a Saturday night and it was busy. Service was very fast and I love how it feels like a casual taco stand inside. You can even see the food be made fresh to order. I'm going to address the elephant in the room first. At $6 a taco is very steep, I know but it's delicious! The asada taco feels very authentic with handmade corn tortillas and some juicy tender asada. Welcome to West Hollywood with those prices! We also got a dorado (potato taco) and although it was good I wouldn't get it again as there were other options I would want to try. The esquites (Mexican street corn salad) were amazing though and a good sharing portion as well. They use kewpie mayo and it does make a huge difference. With three tacos and a side of esquites my heart and stomach were content. read more
Absolutely delicious! Came here last minute looking for a burrito and some fish tacos while we were staying in West Hollywood. Wasn't expecting anything crazy but it was close by and was VERY IMPRESSED! Their fish tacos and carne asada burrito were definitely something to write home about service was super quick and the inside looks like a classic taqueria with bar seating. If you're in the area and looking for some great Mexican food I would give it a try. read more
8 months ago
2 years ago
Slightly disappointed in myself for not having found this Taco spot until after living near West Hollywood for over 4 years. As a pescatarian, this place is a must try, and a must-revisit! I ordered 5 tacos and did not feel like I overdid anything (even though I left full!) I had one [Fried] Fish, one Shrimp, one Dorado, and two Jackfruit Mole tacos. Can you tell which was my favorite? The Jackfruit Mole tacos were so delicious. It had the perfect amount of sweetness, and the jackfruit was just a great finishing touch. I loved the flavors of the Shrimp tacos, and while the Fish taco wasn't the best I've had, it was still done really well! And they had a huge piece of fish as well! While the Dorado was still good (the only hardshell taco), it was a little too much potato for me and I know that when I come back, I'll just order 3 Jackfruit Mole tacos. If you're just here for tacos (or burritos...which my partner mentioned was excellent for an Al Pastor burrito), you'll notice there isn't too many spots in the small TaCO restaurant. There are a few seats outside in the front, and stools at the bar inside. But the main restaurant, Umbrella (which shares the same exact kitchen), is a great place if you want more food! Food came out fast, the folks who worked there are super friendly as well! I'd recommend coming a bit early to find street parking and grab a seat! read more
I loved my experience here. It's adjacent to a sit down restaurant that I think is under the same name. Came to this one for the more casual quick bite feel. I love that they had so many vegetarian options that actually taste great. I opted for three tacos; jackfruit mole, veggie and shrimp. I inhaled them. So good. The service was friendly as well. I wish I lived closer - but Next time I'm in the area, I'll def drop by to grab a plate. read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
The food here is GREAT. I stopped in for a quick bite, it was empty inside but the food was amazing. The service was great as the food came out in like 5 mins but was made fresh. The inside of the place is super nice and cozy as well. Strongly recommend. I will def be back to try more stuff. read more
2 years ago
A quick tip: Umbrella Taco is sisters/neighboring with Melrose Umbrella Co. next door and albeit they overlap some things from their menu, don't get it wrong: come directly to this taco spot instead if you want the true and authentic best taco experience! This is a local gem of a spot! My boyfriend discovered umbrella taco a few years back, and this has become our favorite stop for quality tacos ever since! You seriously can't go wrong when coming here and ordering food, from the hospitality to the flavors within the tacos, you will not be disappointed! We wanted to give a special shout out to Juan and the staff for always being so hospitable and treating us so well every time we come in here! We have tried a variety of tacos, from Carne Asada to El Pastor to the cauliflower tacos, but by far the Al Pastor is the agreed-upon favorite! The flavors are an amazing balance of sweet and savory, and when paired with the spicy salsa, it makes her an epic dinner! But honestly, every single taco is so good. It's really hard to pick a top favorite! The carne asada is cooked really well and the cauliflower is fried in this really nicely tangy buffalo sauce and topped with a contrasting slaw which really highlights the palette well. We also really love the quesadillas, which are served in very large and generous portions. Our particular favorite is the chicken, which is stuffed with cheese and meat (yum)! My boyfriend, and I also love to pair our meal with one of the frozen slushies-- our favorite is the piña colada, which is made quite spirit-forward with rum if that's your kind of thing! But the margarita is also extremely refreshing and delicious! Honestly this place will continue to be one of our all time favorites and we're honored to be regulars here! read more
1 year ago
Was planning to sit down at Melrose Umbrella, but saw this spot right next door and food smelled delicious. Walked in and bunch of guys making some good amazing food! Small fast-casual place with limited table sitting. Seems like part of Melrose Umbrella. I ordered Al Pastor, Shrimp, and Fried Fish Taco. All three of them were absolutely delicious. Al pastor had a lot of flavors and had right crunch to it. Shrimps were full of flavors and juicy. Fresh fish was perfectly fried and had amazing perfect crunch to it. Definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a quick bite. read more
1 year ago
Just moved nearby and was excited to try the food. I attempted to call my order in and nobody picked up the phone after 4 times calling. Went in person to order and it was a mess. Walking in it looks filthy. Most of the guys working there have filthy aprons and there is food all over the floor behind the counter. A person, I later found out was the manager, came up to the counter and was typing on his cell phone as he asked me what I wanted. I mentioned that I tried to call in the order and he mumbled something about the phone not working, He didn't look up and continued to type on his phone so I thought maybe he's putting the order in his phone? Nope. He asked me for the order again and didn't offer a receipt. The food came in a bag that was also dirty and stained with food. Mind you, the tacos are miniature and are $6 a pop. 3 tacos $18 and terrible service and atmosphere. To top it off I got indigestion. read more
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5 months ago
I came into here on Melrose and it's pretty loud and they have a lot of cute decor. They don't have much seating except bar seating. Their tacos be overpriced as located on Melrose would be expected. You can get some street tacos for cheaper and more authentic. They were so stingy with the salsa that I got with my chips. I got chips and only I little teaspoon of salsa in the cup. It almost looked empty and I got all these chips. At least give me the salsa that I paid for. Do not recommend coming here for salsa and chips at least. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Cute little spot for a light lunch. The food was amazing. Parking not the easiest. I would go back. read more
2 years ago
their food is soooo good, dude. service is also pretty valid; the guys working are very friendly and will provide a recommendation for anything you need. their seating is dope. both outdoor and indoor bar-style seating available. read more
4 years ago
This unassuming little Mexican place is an absolute gem with the best goddamn pina colada machine on the planet. Even when I lived in Northridge I'd uber my way down here by myself just to enjoy the perfectly strong & delicious drinks and the guac, tacos, quesadillas etc., which also rule. You can order verbally but you can also just scan the QR code and order through the app with minimal human interaction, if it's that type of day. I'll admit I haven't been here in a few months - not recently enough to remember my exact past orders, anyway - but I'll be certain to visit again and update soon. read more
1 year ago
Where to begin.... Everything about it is a yes!! The staff is amazing, the food is phenomenal and the ambiance is so cute. It's a small taco joint off melrose and always a good choice. I love coming here after shopping. Quick and convenient. My faves are the chicken tinga taco, potato taco and the asada. I have yet to try anything else because I always get a craving for these. :p I love how friendly and welcoming they always are! read more
2 years ago
Very sweet service people, and good came out really fast! My friend and I ordered the chicken tinga as a burrito and burrito bowl. Some of the best chicken I've ever had, I only wish that I had asked for no sour cream or pico. I was SUPER surprised by how affordable the bowl was ($16 total with a hefty side of chips I ordered separately). I don't come to melrose often but I will definitely come back here! read more
2 years ago
Coming from San Diego Mexican food and tacos have always been life. After moving to LA for work I came across this place last year. Since then it's been my go to!! Juan the owner and head chef always been hooking it up after about my third visit. Last time it was a free shot a top shelf tequila and this time on 5/7 he gave my girlfriend and I a frozen margarita and a side of their home made Mexican rice. My favorite go to from their menu is the Elote AKA (Aguachile), the El Pastor taco and shimp taco. Come thru and support my guy!! Awesome food and awesome vibes. Also this is my first review ever. I don't ever take the time to leave one but Juan's generosity and the food quality finally got me. read more
1 year ago
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Vegetarian review: Service was excellent and the staff was super nice. My husband and I shared a veggie burrito and the jackfruit mole. Both were kinda meh, the rice was good and the size was good. Unfortunately the jackfruit wasn't tasty and both burritos were heavy on rice and low on all the other ingredients. It wasn't bad, but maybe the meat stuff is better? read more
1 year ago
The corn tortillas are so good. It adds so much flavor to a well rounded taco. I had the Carne Asada and Al Pastor. I would go back and try other meats. For sure worth a try. I was surprised how good it was. Sometimes you just want a fancy taco. I only wish their sauce was spicier. Maybe they have some. I just didn't ask. read more
Authentic flavors here! Absolutely loved the burrito. Had to order crema on the side though. The steak is fantastic here and packs a punch of flavor. I like how they give you chips and salsa with your order. The burrito was very filling and overall worth it. read more
2 years ago
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