Spartan Taco Truck

Very nice crispy tacos & soft tacos. Beef or Asada is 9/10. And shrimp is 8.5/10. The price value is 10/10. The 500 ml of Coco Cola in glass bottle from Mexico is very nice taste too. The Jaritos Lime 10/10. Prices includes taxes. A strong repeat for taste & value. 2024-DEC.

I was visiting San Jose from LA for the weekend and heard good things about this place. I was a bit disappointed with how dry the tacos were when I got them to go. Probably would have been better eaten fresh but not awful. I definitely need to try them again next time I'm in the area.

Delicious tacos with generous servings of meat and delicious spicy orange sauce. The PA system is impossible to hear clearly, so just check the window every few minutes.

I bought a burrito here last night and it was honestly terrible. The meat tasted really fake and flavorless and the whole thing was basically just rice. I’d say about 80% of it. For $13, I expected a good burrito but it had no flavor and something in it tasted old, it was such a disappointment. Definitely not worth it.

would have given 5 stars all around - the food was full of flavor, the service was prompt and efficient, but we asked for the sour cream on the side. One of our party is lactose intolerant and has an aversion to dairy. unfortunately we were already home when we discovered the error. couldn't give 5⭐ when one of us had to go hungry.

Great spot in the South Bay to grab a midnight meal with friends…

i went to Spartan a lot of times. I love the crispy shrimp/fish taco. I love both shrimp and fish. Always spot on, every time. I love their orange sauce as well.

Best in class Salsas and Tacos!! If you try once, there is no way back.

Very bueno tacos. Probably my go to taco place around here! Something about their sauce hits different. I always get the crispy tacos. They're always packed and loaded, you can't go wrong here. Don't forget 2 bring cash! Parking lot is kinda small but the place sits a good amount of people.

Ordered 2 big crispy tacos. One asada and pastor. Both were pretty good, a little me the salty side but good. The orange sauce was ok, nothing special. I'll be back if it's convenient.

My favorite late night burrito/taco spot in SJ!!!! Bring CASH or be prepared to do Venmo for payment. No frills. No fuss. Basic taco truck vibes with good flavor and DON'T SLEEP on the peanut butter horchata. It's seriously one of my favorite beverages and I can't help but get it every time I order something from this spot. Yes, the line is long, but IMO worth the wait. I can't tell you how many times I've ordered my food just to sit in my parked car to eat it because there wasn't any seating here. I also frequent their brick and mortars too. At the restaurants, you can get michelada shrimp platters and I'm obsessed. So good. So flavorful. I freaking love it. I always have a hard time deciding between what tacos I want though. If you don't want to wait in line. Hit up their store fronts on a weekday. Con: you can't get michelada shrimp from the truck.

This is such a great spot for some late night tacos or burritos! I came here with a huge group of friends on Saturday night and it was busy as ever, I waited about 40 mins in total to order and get my food. But it was definitely worth the wait because the food was delicious! I ordered 3 cripsy tacos - lengua and carne asada. The lengua was my favorite, the meat was tender and each taco came packed with flavor with every bite since it was topped with so many different toppings.

MY GO TO LATE NIGHT SPOT IN SJ! If Sparcos has a million fans, then I am one of them. If Sparcos has ten fans, then I am one of them. If Sparcos has only one fan then that is me. If Sparcos has no fans, then that means I am no longer on earth. If the world is against Sparcos, then I am against the world. I have went to Spartan Taco Truck so many times during my college life, whether that's a random late night big back eats with friends, an after party crave, or even after a rave. This place is super convenient because they are always open until 3am. If you are looking for some quality mexican food late at night then this is the place for you. This place is known for their Crispy Tacos so I would recommend first timers to buy that. My go to order is the either the Super Burrito or Cali Fries! This place is also cash only, but they do accept venmo. Be wary that the line can get pretty long late at night if it's a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.

Mannnn, I just picked food up from here. Everything was great, food was good, sauce was good, horchata was good. Took a bite half way down my burrito and bit into a rock. A ROCK. Possibly chipped my tooth. It's a shame, I really wanted to like this place more. It looks like a garden rock so I can only assume the prep wasn't as clean as it should be.

The storefront as well as the taco truck serves spectacular food. The location can spook some people away, especially late at night when the storefront closes and the truck is the only thing open but I personally love it. Everyone eats right there in the parking lot on foldable chairs and tables so it feels very communal. Lots of college students, young adults, older adults, all walks of life coming here to eat spectacular foods. Make sure you ask for orange sauce!

Great food truck! Got there a few mins before they opened and they were friendly and willing to take my order. I really liked the crispy tacos especially bc most places don't have crispy shells. The avocado and the sauce was a nice touch too and I appreciated how I didn't have to pay extra for it. They have a few tables outside for you to eat but a lot of people take it to go I think! Close to sjsu which I'm sure is very convenient for students there.

Such a San Jose classic, you can't miss out on this if you're taking your SF/out of state friends to get authentic Mexican food. I'm glad that they accept Venmo here as well, because I never ever have cash on me LOL. This review is from when I took my friend from Texas here for the first time, she'd been wanting to try it for a while. We ordered the three big crispy tacos, three regular tacos, regular horchata, and Cali fries (all with asada). So worth it, they're generous with the meat and don't skimp on the avocado which I love. I do wish that there was more seating offered, but I don't mind eating in the car or in the SJSU dorms!

They are cash only, but they take Venmo. I usually go for their crispy tacos, and they're know for it. Their burritos are solid, had structure, and crisp! It's a safe choice. Remember to ask for it grilled. And go for their orange salsa.

Fire late night taco spot! Have come in the past. Near downtown SJ and a block from SJSU. Hours aren't updated as they started setting up around 8 pm and taking orders closer to 8:30. There's a few spots to park right by the truck, but pretty limited around. I had parked at the restaurant lot across and it was fine. There was a crowd gathered from the start. They have a few tables set up by the truck with canopies and lights you can eat at if you want. We hadn't eaten so we ordered carne asada big crispy tacos, al pastor super soft tacos, and carnitas cali fries. They were all delicious, but the crispy tacos especially. Good meat and generous avocado portions. The cali fries was a big portion and very filling. The orange sauce was pretty good too. Def recommend for late night cravings!

Normally love coming here. Ordered a quesadilla and 2 tacos sat for over 45 minutes waiting, an entire line of new people ordered after me and got their food before me. Insane!

Has got to be some of the best tacos in the whole Bay Area. The type of tacos and spot that you think about months and maybe even years later. It's a late night spot with some seating in downtown SJ. Have to get their crispy tacos

Sparcos is one of the only reasons I still carry cash with me as they're CASH ONLY!! It's my favorite late night munchie meal after a long day of studying or a night out since they're always open til 2am! They're located right next to a used tire shop and right across their brick and mortar shop. They recently rearranged their truck, so it's a little hidden behind their canopies but it gives people a lot more space to park. If parking is ever scant, you can also just park at their brick and mortar shop and walk to the truck. Since they're one of the few places open hella late, the line is usually pretty long but moves pretty fast. They also have a couple tables and seats if you wanna enjoy your late night meal right away. My go to order is usually the Big Crispy Tacos with either shrimp or Carne Asada and a small peanut butter horchata. I don't think I've ever seen a peanut butter horchata, but there's is super delicious! It has a sweet, nutty taste to it and it tastes similar to Filipino Polvoron. They add hella meat to the tacos and it pairs nicely with their homemade orange sauce, which has a bit of a kick to it. I've recently been getting their Cali Crispy Tacos, which just has fries on it, but it is also equally delicious! Definitely try them out!

Gives more than the restaurant!!! I love Spartans and I love the truck especially. Perfect for late night as they open late, AND the portions are slightly bigger than the restaurant too, hopefully after this review they don't tone it down haha. The line could get pretty long when school is in session, but it goes by pretty fast. My favorite go to is either the 3 super soft tacos or California quesadilla. I absolutely LOVE their orange sauce, it's got this crazy addictive smoky flavor to it different from any other places I've been to. Unfortunately their prices have been going up over the years, but it is definitely still worth it!!!

Can't believe it took me this long to try Sparcos. It was FANTASTIC. I'm very particular about birria tacos and the ones here really blew me away. So flavorful, juicy, tender, and perfectly cheesy. The consomé is usually not drinkable to me but the one here is hearty and delicious. 10/10! Second on my list for birria tacos. The Super Burrito was so so good as well. We got lengua and it was so soft. Everything melted together with each other and it was just a really good burrito. All the salsas are amazing but orange was best. And the horchata was sooo creamy and addicting. Had to stop myself from chugging it. Service was quick despite the long line. Few tables outside for seating that might not be too clean but does the job. Opened decently late, be sure to bring cash cus they're cash only. I love this spot and hope to be back soon.

Tacos were juciy and flavorful all around. I was told this is the spot. From locals to college students, even those who moved out the city who come back from time to time will stop by and reminisce.

Great spot for late night eats/eating after going out! Prices are reasonable as well. We came closer to closing time (around 2:30 AM) so line was very short and we got our food quickly, which isn't the case usually. They're strict on cash only but accept Venmo too which makes it convenient.

I'd drive to San Jose just for these tacos. The taco was really juicy and flavorful. Top it off with their spicy sauce and you'll be good. I got the super soft taco with carne asada. Super yummy. My boyfriend got the super crispy tacos with al pastor. He devoured his.

Bomb dot com!!!!! Would come back, came here after a drive to the city on the way home to San Jose and these tacos hittttt the spot. 10/10 would come back. Horchata 10/10. Service 10/10, love it here!!

I've had their actual restaurant cali Spartan and I mean it always hits! Whether it's late night outting after a couple drinks this is the place for good munchies. The lines are pretty long late at night so just be aware.

When I arrived at the Spartan Taco truck I was pleasantly surprised to see tents and tables set up to block us from the rain. Not only was the service fast paced but they seemed to have a nice sense of community with the fellow students of SJSU. The food itself was good but nothing wow worthy. The quesabirra was very dependent on its consome but still overall an appetizing meal. Definitely a good spot to check out if craving Mexican food during late nights.

I came to Spartan Tacos in San Jose & I was expecting my mind to be blown after hearing all about this place but I was a little bit disappointed. I can definitely see why people come here -- it's a nice place to hang out and it really seems like an SJ staple spot. The tacos were yummy but it wasn't mindblowing delicious... if that makes any sense? I feel like I had higher expectations for Spartan tacos. PSA I believe they only take cash, so be prepared! There was a bit of a wait when I went but it didn't take too long. Music is poppin & this is located in downtown SJ so a lot of college students come here. I don't think I'd come back but I give it a 3.2/5 :-)

Very solid and tasty tacos!! Highly recommend the big crispy tacos so you get a good crunch along with everything on it. It's very similar to a tostada but it was delicious and has me craving more with each bite I took.

favorite late night food spot. perfect for after an event or night out, their cali tacos are fireeee and their horchata is the best i've ever had. they have tables you can sit out outside.

Our flight got in late and we needed food before heading over the hill to Santa Cruz. What a gem of a late-night find! I enjoyed 3 crispy tacos and my partner ordered the extra soft tacos, plus we had a really large serving of guacamole and chips. Everything was fresh, plentiful, and delicious! Service was relatively quick and the people were friendly. We also especially liked the energy all young people brought. Quite a crowd!

i go here way to much it is such a beautiful cheap stop with EXQUISITE flavors idk how they do it man it each meat is cooked to perfection holy moly like with the orange sauce to YMYUYUMYUMY

A classic place to go after a night in San Jose and be prepared for a long wait time if going after an event. We waited about an hour and a bit more to order and it came out in about 20 minutes for us but it depends on what you order. Super affordable at 8 - 9 dollars for a set of three little crispy tacos and they only take cash. Strawberry Fresca - Tasted okay and was refreshing but didn't have a lot of strawberry flavor and was a bit watered down. Little Crispy Tacos with Carnitas and Al Pastor - Never had tacos that were crispy like this and I want to keep getting more like this! It was like a giant nacho chip loaded with good taco fixings. It all worked so well together: the taco shell was crunchy, the cheese melted nicely, the meat was full of good seasoning and the sour cream and salsa on top was refreshing. A great late night spot if you're willing to wait in line and the little crispy tacos are the best.

I ordered the Little Crispy Tacos (carne asada) that came out to $8 for 3. I was surprised how flavorful these mini tacos were. I honestly thought it was going to be like a tostada, but I was wrong lol. The food truck is parked on Parrott St. right outside the Costco Gas on Senter road. Just be mindful of your surroundings, there are homeless people in the area that will ask you to buy them food. Next time I'll check out the actual restaurant to avoid that situation happening again. Aside from that, the food was delicious and the workers are very friendly. Highly recommend ordering the crispy tacos & get the orange sauce. It's got a nice kick of heat with a hint of chipotle .

Love Spartan tacos! Always a great place to head late at night as they have both a truck that operates late and a regular resteraunt. The food is always amazing and I love how quick the service is. Overall, good vibes and it's a great place to pick up some tacos with friends and chill out.

Spartan Taco Truck is gasss. They r open late which is awesome. I recommend the California burrito.

This a very popular spot in San Jose. Especially in the evening. The truck line can get very long and would sometimes have to wait around 20min in line. All of their items are pretty good but I think the best item they have are their super soft pastor tacos. Their fries are also very good. I did not expect them to be so crispy. There are some tables outside of the truck but are often taken due to the amount of people.

Spartans over everything. That sauce is to die for. Now Im not the biggest fan of the crispy tacos but this place does it correctly. I love getting the lengua and drenching it with the orange sauce. It gets really busy tho and you can wait a long time for your food but its worth the wait hahah.

Guys I love spartans, Review number 7 here, I always come here, very busy at most times but the food will always hit, Service always legit and food always bomb 9/10

-They open really late! Which is a plus when you're craving Mexican food very late into the night! They have outdoor seating which is really nice when you want to eat out and chill with your friends. -The Super Burrito and California tacos were good, but tasted much better with the orange sauce. - The fries were okay. They ended up sticking together it was a bit dry but dipping it in the sauces made it taste much better. Loved the avacodos being added. I would probably like it with some lettuce, more sour cream, and pico de gallo. - It was my first time trying orange sauce and I can imagine myself eating this sauce with anything. It had a good spice to it!

One of the first mexican food i've tried since moving out to san jose. I really like the cali crispy tacos and the orange sauce. I could eat it everyday! I've tried other food items but it was okay, you can find better else where. It's always packed and it's worth it tbh. I love the horchata here. Also other things to note, there is limited parking and they only accept cash!

Enjoyed my birria taco with their sauce! They had tables and chairs for all the guests right outside the truck.

Something about midnight taco trips just HIT different. IMO, Spartan Taco Truck is the superior taco truck in dtsj (I'm sorry, antojitos!!) and it just has the best vibes. My go-to order is the 3 large crispy tacos for $10 with carne asada. It is spectacular every time. I also tried the loaded nacho fries for the first time as well and that was amazing too. We usually park at the Cali Spartan Tacos parking lot and just walk across the street. Sometimes the line gets pretty long, but they served our order after about 15-20 mins. There's also a few tables to eat at. Would definitely recommend coming here for midnight munchies!

You didn't go to Spartan if you didn't get the crispy tacos. It is really delicious especially when you top it with the famous orange sauce. You can skip a burrito here honestly. Apparently their quesadillas are good too. Gotta try it next time.

Today I decided to try the infamous spartan taco truck. Lots of friends recommended this spot so I decided to try it tonight. I ordered the Big Crispy Tacos with Carne Asada and it was delicious but the carne asada was little too salty for me. However, the orange sauce gave it a little kick and it saved it for sure. It also had a crispy shell which was my favorite part. Cashier and workers were nice and friendly. Overall I will give it a 9/10 and would definitely go back for another late night snack.

such a nice college place to eat! not too expensive and the quality is amazing for the price you pay for. the quesabirria was crunchy and filled was so much meat and the consomé was super flavorful as well! the strawberry fresca was alright as it was too sweet for me and i didn't really like the after taste of it.

Service was pretty terrible... Cashier got pretty pissed at us after taking more than 30 seconds to Zelle them since they're cash only. Food was bomb as always, their orange sauce was spicy but also very flavorful. Wish they had some heating element for their outdoor tables since it gets pretty cold at night.

A delicious spot for Mexican eats tucked into the heart of DTSJ -- they're cash-only, so definitely come prepared. I believe they have an ATM, but it isn't always working. The food here is SO. GOOD. I got the crispy taco and a super taco with shrimp and mushroom, respectively. The mushroom was a personal favorite, slow cooked to perfection! I generally appreciated that there were a number of vegetarian options, too. My one knock is that this takes a long time to get seated and even longer for the food to come out, and even to pay. It's definitely not a quick stop, since it's a busy place BUT I'd definitely come back. I hear there's also a taco truck, which might be better when you're in a pinch time-wise.

I was craving tacos at midnight so I wanted try this taco truck, it was one of the best ones I had! The big crispy tacos with carne asada is one of my favs so far. It's so delicious!! I wanted to get more after I finished eating lol xD The orange sauce with the taco is so bomb! It has some spice to it but I really enjoyed it. I waited like a couple minutes for my order, but it's worth it. Around night time it gets kinda crowded, That's prob this taco truck is popular. There's like 2 tables so you have to wait if all of the seats get taken. I will definitely come back again whenever I'm around the area

Best tacos I've ever had! The little crispy tacos were delicious and quick service. Would definitely recommend

This place is a classic. Iykyk. Crispy tacos are excellent and don't skip on the orange sauce! Great spot for late night tacos and definitely worth the trek! Highly recommend!

Best place for late night tacos. One of the few places that are open this late and it happens to be the best tacos. This is a bay area staple and is the taco truck version of their restaurant. Everything great about Spartan Tacos applies to this taco truck. The menu is slight smaller to accommodate the food truck but the tacos, burritos, etc. are still there. It is just the small stuff that is not there. Really quick to order. They only accept cash. There is some seating outside with the fold out tables and fold out chairs. I honestly prefer to just take the food home.

Just a fire as the restaurant. I love getting the big crispy tacos they hit the spot every time! A small menu, but you know what you are coming for if you know spartan tacos. Been eating them since Covid and they have been the same high quality and great service since day 1 no matter what location they are at. Nothing like getting some city street tacos for the vibe.

When in doubt, I choose to eat here. I always get 3 Super soft tacos and my boyfriend gets 3 Crispy tacos, both with carne asada. They are so good! I usually go here either lunch time or dinner time, so the food does take a while to come out. I also order a strawberry agua fresca and once in a while my boyfriend would order a Michelada. You can choose where you sit if it's not busy, the music can be a bit loud. So you'd have to talk louder to hear someone talking. This place is a CASH only.