El Rey Del Taco

"A long-time mainstay Mexican restaurant on Buford Highway, El Rey Del Taco is a loved spot for their variety of tacos & quesadillas ranging from carne asada and al pastor to rare delicacies such as lengua (beef tongue) and huitlacoche (corn fungus). Prepare for a wait during the evening and weekends but be assured it’s worth it because “The King of the Taco” stays open late with fantastic Mexican food and exceptionally strong margaritas." - Eater Staff, Michael Tran

"Without question, we would happily eat tacos everyday of the week. And if we had to limit ourselves to a single restaurant, it would be this Buford Highway staple, which has so many incredible, unmatched options that we never get bored with the menu. With more than ten protein options, including octopus, cabeza, buche, lengua, and a beef and goat barbacoa all served on their handmade tortillas, it’s hard to just pick a few. All of El Rey's tacos come topped with diced onions and cilantro for that fresh, classic taste. Despite the line of hungry people spilling out the door, it’s usually laid back inside—with a soccer game on the TVs and the hum of conversations coming from the booths. " - juli horsford, demarco williams

"A Mexican restaurant list couldn’t exist in Atlanta without this Buford Highway stalwart. El Rey Del Taco is known around town for its generous taco platters and exceptionally strong margaritas. There’s typically a wait here on the weekends, and often in the evenings, too. If there, purchase churros from the man who pops into the restaurant on occasion selling the fried dough treat in the dining room." - Eater Staff

"This is one of the most popular places to snag late-night tacos on Buford Highway. El Rey Del Taco is open up to 2 a.m. and is known for its large taco platters paired with strong margaritas. If you’re in luck, you’ll catch the person selling hot churros every now and then at the restaurant." - Eater Staff

"One of the most popular taquerias on Buford Highway does includes queso blanco on its menu. However, order the queso fundido. It comes with chorizo under a perfectly baked cheesy crust. Call to order takeout. Masks highly encouraged." - Eater Staff