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America's Greatest Taco Spots
Torchy's Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

1. Torchy's Tacos

1311 S 1st St (btwn W Elizabeth & W Gibson St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 219 tips and reviews

Daniel B.Daniel Barnett: Humanity has maxed out its taco capabilities with Torchy's. It's scientifically and physically impossible to make a better taco. I defy the nay-sayers.

Paco's Tacos & Tequila is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

2. Paco's Tacos & Tequila

9.3
6401 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Mexican Restaurant · 84 tips and reviews

Amanda O.Amanda Ogden: the tacos are a must get! especially the chicken melanesa! the house Margaritas are a bit sweet

Los Tacos No. 1 is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

3. Los Tacos No. 1

9.3
75 9th Ave, New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · Chelsea · 506 tips and reviews

Jc T.Jc Trabolsi: A-ma-zing! Totally worth the wait! You'll probably won't find better handmade corn Tortillas outside of Mexico!

Chilo's is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

4. Chilo's

9.1
323 Franklin Ave (at Clifton Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Taco Restaurant · Bedford-Stuyvesant · 90 tips and reviews

Mike M.Mike McVicar: The smoke beef taco is a must have BUT the fish taco and carnitas stand on their own. Best tacos in the area for sure. Don't be shy with the sauces and toppings.

Guisados is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

5. Guisados

9.2
1261 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Taco Restaurant · 162 tips and reviews

OliverOliver: Everything!!! One of my favorite places for a quick bite. Ask for their secret hot sauce. Awesome.

Oscar's Mexican Seafood is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

6. Oscar's Mexican Seafood

9.2
703 Turquoise St, San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 103 tips and reviews

Jessica T.Jessica Toliuszis: The smoked fish tacos are insanely good. And don't forget the secret sauce in the drink fridge. Try them all!

Carnitas' Snack Shack is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

7. Carnitas' Snack Shack

2632 University Ave (at Oregon St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · North Park · 186 tips and reviews

Charm B. T.Charm B. Trippin: I had two mouthwatering and porky tacos: carnitas and carnitas hash, a Friday secret menu special. The carnitas was perfect on its own, so skip the hash unless you want a half potato-half pork taco.

La Taqueria is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

8. La Taqueria

9.3
2889 Mission St (at 25th St), San Francisco, CA
Burrito Restaurant · Mission District · 443 tips and reviews

Vivian W.Vivian Wang: Tacos with everything! Love their two layers of shell, one soft one slightly crunchy. Loaded with cheese, avocado and meat.

Cholita Linda is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

9. Cholita Linda

9.3
4923 Telegraph Ave (at 49th St), Oakland, CA
Latin American Restaurant · Temescal · 97 tips and reviews

Marissa C.Marissa C: Great 🌮 and cute backyard with outdoor seating. Fish taco was excellent

El Molino Central is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

10. El Molino Central

9.4
11 Central Ave (at Sonoma Hwy), Sonoma, CA
Mexican Restaurant · 100 tips and reviews

Blair H.Blair Hanley Frank: The lamb tacos are amazing.

Tacodeli is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

11. Tacodeli

9.1
1500B Spyglass Dr (at Barton Skyway), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bartons Bluff-Spyglass · 150 tips and reviews

Aaron R.Aaron Reardon: Tacodeli, just as great BBQ, is a MUST when visiting ATX! Go for dry-rubbed Southern decadence with the Cowboy, or a tasty and traditional Al Pastor. You can't go wrong - even with the salads!

Capital Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

12. Capital Tacos

9.3
6765 Land O Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes, FL
Mexican Restaurant · Land O Lakes · 41 tips and reviews

LoveD L.LoveD Love: These Tacos are Fantastic!!! Texas Flood and Austinite are my favorites. They also serve on fresh corn tortillas, so make sure u ask or they will give u flour!

Bien Trucha is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

13. Bien Trucha

8.9
410 W State St (at 4th St), Geneva, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 70 tips and reviews

Greg A.Greg A: el pastor and the pica pica. Every item on the menu is fantastic.

Tita's Taco House is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

14. Tita's Taco House

9.3
320 Wilson Rd, Humble, TX
Taco Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Jacob B.Jacob Breeze: The barbacoa on flour tortillas + cilantro + onion + lime juice. 💯

Mas Tacos Por Favor is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

15. Mas Tacos Por Favor

9.3
732 McFerrin Ave (at W Eastland Ave.), Nashville, TN
Taco Restaurant · Greenwood · 138 tips and reviews

IrmaZandl Z.IrmaZandl ZandlSlant: Fantastic place. Very cool. Amazing food. Closes at 4pm. Not open Sunday and CASH only

Velvet Taco is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

16. Velvet Taco

8.9
3012 N Henderson Ave (at N Central Expy), Dallas, TX
Taco Restaurant · 274 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Muse: Tikka masala tacos are perfectly spicy and SO GOOD.

Tacombi at Fonda Nolita is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

17. Tacombi at Fonda Nolita

8.9
267 Elizabeth St (btwn E Houston & Prince St), New York, NY
Taco Restaurant · NoLita · 738 tips and reviews

LorenLoren: I love the ambiance at this sit-down taco joint. Hip, colorful, tasty. If you're drinking, try the michelada - a spicy beer-based concoction they do well. I get the veg or fish tacos, never disappoint

Tacoway Beach is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

18. Tacoway Beach

9.1
302 Beach 87th St, Queens, NY
Taco Restaurant · Hammels · 47 tips and reviews

elizabeth r.elizabeth reese: fish tacos. watermelon juice. cukes. level up!

19. Edgar's Best Taco Shack

8.6
2533 Penn Ave (25th), Pittsburgh, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Strip District · 37 tips and reviews

Nunzio M.Nunzio Martin: had the lamb barbacoa and chori arrachera tacos (steak, chorizo and serrano peppers) reasonably priced at $3 a piece and some of the best I've ever eaten.

Hankook Taqueria is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

20. Hankook Taqueria

8.9
1341 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, GA
Taco Restaurant · Underwood Hills · 147 tips and reviews

John H.John Hankus: Phenomenal food. Try a calamari or fish taco. Fries are cooked in sesame oil so it gives them a great taste. Also try a taco from the special limited time menu. Skip the pulled pork taco.

Garaje is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

21. Garaje

9.0
475 3rd St (at Bryant St), San Francisco, CA
Mexican Restaurant · SoMa · 298 tips and reviews

Megan AllisonMegan Allison: Bring cash for the Cadillac taco and some really interesting beers. Chill place for any casual occasion.

Casa Enrique is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

22. Casa Enrique

9.0
548 49th Ave (at Vernon Blvd), Queens, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Hunters Point · 235 tips and reviews

Michael H.Michael Hintze: Amazing mole, top notch tacos, great enchiladas, and excellent margaritas. Michelin rated quality all for a fair price.

Los Guachos Taqueria is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

23. Los Guachos Taqueria

8.9
5221 Godown Rd (Bethel), Columbus, OH
Taco Restaurant · 59 tips and reviews

RC C.RC Cohen: Tacos al Pastor. B1G1 on Mondays. Tortas and Gringas are also delicious

Veracruz All Natural is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

24. Veracruz All Natural

9.1
2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Central East Austin · 106 tips and reviews

Richard B.Richard B: Migas tacos are so good, I wanted to go write in my journal and reflect on the experience.

El Taco Luchador is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

25. El Taco Luchador

9.2
938 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY
Mexican Restaurant · Highlands · 43 tips and reviews

Leslie M.Leslie Miranda: Oh my goodness. I can't even explain how good these freakin tacos are. Carnitas, asada, al pastor....gah!

¿Por Qué No? is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

26. ¿Por Qué No?

9.0
4635 SE Hawthorne Blvd (at SE 47th Ave), Portland, OR
Taco Restaurant · 107 tips and reviews

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Delicious tacos, no matter how you fill em. Reasonable prices and sunny outdoor seating. Couldn't ask for more.

Pueblo Viejo is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

27. Pueblo Viejo

502 Brushy St (at E 5th St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · 84 tips and reviews

John B.John Booth: Fantastic taco truck, the Pueblo Viejo taco was a winner, then again I think anything from here would be.

Big Star is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

28. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Maria B.Maria Burke: Tacos were delicious - especially the chicken. Chips were top notch. Margs were just average.

Tacos Mi Rancho is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

29. Tacos Mi Rancho

9.0
1434 1st Ave (at 1st Av Pl), Oakland, CA
Food Truck · Merritt · 71 tips and reviews

Maria F.Maria Fibonacci: Alpastor and carnitas tacos are the best! (Trust me, I'm from Mexico City 😜)

White Duck Taco Shop is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

30. White Duck Taco Shop

1 Roberts St Ste 101, Asheville, NC
Taco Restaurant · 100 tips and reviews

Blake A.Blake Amick: It's our must-visit every time we're in Asheville. Tacos are the best - full of flavor. Great service!

Chavela's is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

31. Chavela's

8.9
736 Franklin Ave (at Sterling Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Crown Heights · 291 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark Bramhill: Nopales and mole tacos are 👌

Baja Fish Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

32. Baja Fish Tacos

9.2
3664 S Bristol St (btw MacArthur & Sunflower), Santa Ana, CA
Mexican Restaurant · South Coast · 57 tips and reviews

Vinh P.Vinh Pham: Try the shrimp tacos. Quite possibly the best I've ever had.

Tacos La Villa is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

33. Tacos La Villa

8.9
2415 Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA
Taco Restaurant · 88 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Cheap, authentic tacos and a DIY salsa bar make La Villa a hit. Read more.

Ricky's Fish Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

34. Ricky's Fish Tacos

1400 N Virgil Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Food Truck · Los Feliz · 36 tips and reviews

Lucky PeachLucky Peach: Ricky’s Ensenada-style fried catfish tacos are among the best in town. The fish is crisply coated in a light and magically greaseless jacket of batter; the fish within is remarkably tender. Read more.

Bakersfield Mass Ave is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

35. Bakersfield Mass Ave

8.9
334 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Indianapolis · 107 tips and reviews

David L.David Leszcynski: Margs and Tacos. Seriously hits the spot every time.

Illegal Pete's is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

36. Illegal Pete's

8.4
1530 16th St (at Wazee St), Denver, CO
Mexican Restaurant · LoDo · 137 tips and reviews

Daniel H.Daniel Hoeffel: The super tacos are absolutely incredible

Tacos Chukis is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

37. Tacos Chukis

9.2
219 Broadway E (btwn Thomas & John St.), Seattle, WA
Taco Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 106 tips and reviews

Sam S.Sam Sabri: Probably the best tacos in Seattle. Carne asada is where it's at.

Red Mesa Cantina is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

38. Red Mesa Cantina

9.0
128 3rd St S (at 2nd Ave S), Saint Petersburg, FL
Mexican Restaurant · University Park - South Downtown · 181 tips and reviews

Tamera J.Tamera Jontz: I know everybody raves about the duck tacos (very good hubby had them) but I had fish, shrimp and ahi. The shrimp were so so awesome!

Taco Mamacita is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

39. Taco Mamacita

8.9
109 N Market St (Frazier Avenue), Chattanooga, TN
Mexican Restaurant · Northside Community · 93 tips and reviews

Mom's Guide T.Mom's Guide To Travel: The homeboy taco - panko fried shrimp with a nice mix of shredded lettuce, cabbage, radish and a type of remoulade. Yum! And the Mexican corn with its cheezy goodness. Great combo.

Lucha Libre Taco Shop is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

40. Lucha Libre Taco Shop

8.6
1810 W Washington St (at India St), San Diego, CA
Taco Restaurant · Midtown · 257 tips and reviews

Richard R.Richard Revilla: Tacos are amazing and they use great quality meat. Small selection of craft beer. Worth a visit to this Mission Hills establishment.

Taqueria El Farolito is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

41. Taqueria El Farolito

9.2
2779 Mission St (at 24th St), San Francisco, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Mission District · 391 tips and reviews

Heather R.Heather Romero: Try the asada tacos! They're the most authentic tacos I've had in NorCal

Bar Amá is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

42. Bar Amá

8.7
118 W 4th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Gallery Row · 109 tips and reviews

JordanaJordana: Order the puffy picadillo taco - not listed on menu.

Taco Bamba is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

43. Taco Bamba

9.0
2190 Pimmit Dr, Falls Church, VA
Taco Restaurant · 85 tips and reviews

Chriss K.Chriss Knisley: Awesome inventive and authentic tacos. Don't let the location worry you!

La Esquina is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

44. La Esquina

8.6
114 Kenmare St (at Lafayette St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · SoHo · 723 tips and reviews

TiffanyTiffany: speakeasy esque environment - the restaurant is hidden away downstairs. make a reservation if you can! and try the mahi mahi tacos & the ahi tuna tostada

Chichen Itza Restaurant is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

45. Chichen Itza Restaurant

8.6
3655 S Grand Ave #C6 (inside Mercado La Paloma), Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · South LA · 59 tips and reviews

Joshua R.Joshua Redford: Try the Tacos de pollo asado.

46. Mi Rinconcito Mexicano

8.9
1961 SW 8th St, Miami, FL
Mexican Restaurant · Little Havana · 91 tips and reviews

Alex R.Alex Rodriguez: The best traditional tacos you will find in Miami

Bear Flag Fish Company is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

47. Bear Flag Fish Company

9.1
3421 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA
Seafood Restaurant · West Newport Beach · 96 tips and reviews

FerranFerran: Poke, fish tacos, salmon sashimi, cool beach vive.

Babalu Tapas & Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

48. Babalu Tapas & Tacos

622 Duling Ave, Jackson, MS
Tapas Restaurant · 74 tips and reviews

Jaymin K.Jaymin Kim: Redfish tacos and duck tacos are excellent. $2 tacos and $1 off beers during happy hour (4-6 pm)

Big Truck Tacos is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

49. Big Truck Tacos

9.0
528 NW 23rd St. (at N. Dewey Ave.), Oklahoma City, OK
Taco Restaurant · 72 tips and reviews

Charles W.Charles Williams: If you like Thai food get the 5th Amendment. Peanut sauce on a taco? Yes please.

El Vez is one of America's Greatest Taco Spots.

50. El Vez

8.7
121 S 13th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Center City East · 300 tips and reviews

Evan H.Evan Harms: Guacamole was amazing, margaritas are all great and didn't have a bad taco to speak of