Maquina Taco

Mexican restaurant · West Central

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"Maquina Taco is a modern taqueria on a freshly gentrified strip of Lake Avenue in Pasadena. The focus is on its colorful owner and the wide array of options, with food described as worthy of attention." - Farley Elliott

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1274 N Lake Ave UNIT 1, Pasadena, CA 91104 Get directions

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