Tacos Guelaguetza

This taco stand serves some of the best tacos and burritos I’ve ever had! The al pastor is absolutely incredible—flavorful and perfectly cooked. Prices are very reasonable, and there’s plenty of parking, including an Electrify America charger. A must-visit for taco lovers!

Indescribable. So so delicious. I had an al pastor burrito and my girlfriend had a taco with pastor and one with asada. Everything was literally perfect. Service was great as well. Super nice guys. The burrito is massive too. I think it was like $11? Super good deal. I’d go to LA just for this taco stand.

LA is no stranger to amazing tacos and these are some of the best I’ve had. Located in a Pavillions parking lot off Melrose. Usually plenty of parking. There wasn’t a line when I went early evening. Pretty simple ordering. Service is fast and friendly. You put your own toppings and salsas yourself and they have to go containers as well. I got four tacos for $8 which is one of the best value meals you’ll get in LA. Two al pastor tacos, one carne asada, and one lengua. My fave was the al pastor. These were up there with some of the best tacos I’ve ever had including in Mexico. It was moist, flavorful, and had good char from the grill. The carne asada and lengua were also amazing. Perfect with some onion, cilantro, lime, and their salsas which do pack some heat in the best way possible. Would def come back and try their other tacos and burritos.

This is one of the best street burritos I’ve ever had. I was looking for a quick bite to eat. I noticed a big line here so I left online 4.9 stars it’s definitely true to the reviews. I enjoyed the bbq pork with pineapple burrito and added all of the salsas with some grilled onions rice cheese and beans. $2 for fresh horchata as well pretty solid deal! I’ll def be back.

Price, value, and quality are perfect! Very generous protein and also all toppings are free!!! I really love this place! Had 4 + 4 total 8 tacos at once!

The tacos here are amazing. Reasonably priced and has good flavor. Tacos pictured: Al Pastor, Chorizo, and Suadero. The suadero was a first-time try for me and it was tender and had a nice flavor to it. It was my favorite out of the three. The chorizo was okay. A little greasy but wasn't too bad. And that's always my go-to meat choice. The Al Pastor was also okay. A tad bit overcooked but it was still good. Not pictured is the steak. That was good. Very tender. Their sauces are good too! I recommend this place and will be back to visit!!

Estos tacos estan buenisiiiimos, mi gente!!! As I ate my $2, delicious tacos, I was fascinated to see so many people come and go, endless traffic of costumers but the workers would make sure to keep the line moving so the wait wasn't bad at all. Definitely get at least one Al Pastor taco but you'll not go wrong with the chicken, asada or cabeza (I can't speak for the rest as I didn't have them myself). They got frescos to drink and their salsas are excellent specially the pickled onions with jalapeño. FYI, this isn't a restaurant, this is a pop up tent so there are no tables or chairs but don't let that have you miss the experience.

My absolute FAVORITE taco spot in LA! They have hands down the best Al Pastor...add some queso to that thang and them taste buds will be SOARIN' and your life, will be IMPROVE'N. Super quick service, great prices and great people...you have everything to gain so snap to it.

Finally made it to the famous Tacos Guelaguetza, one of the places that always comes up when you hear the words "tacos" and "Los Angeles" together. It did not disappoint. The menu is simple and straight to the point: tacos, burritos, mulitas, tacoqueso (a taco with cheese), and quesadillas. Meat options include asada, al pastor, pollo, chorizo, suadero, tripa, buche, lengua, and cabeza. I ordered one of each of my favorite meats--chorizo, asada, and al pastor. My favorite was the al pastor. They did something magical with the seasoning, but the other two were also very good. The salsa picante was the perfect blend of heat and flavor, bringing out the best in the meats. I was absolutely shocked to see $2 tacos. I'm from the Bay, where $5 tacos with less filling are common. Pro Tips: - It's on the sidewalk next to the parking lot of Pavilions. You can park in Pavilions. - I always like to eat on-site because I hate cold, soggy food. There's nowhere good to eat--a few people used a utility box as a table. I opted for the bus stop bench a few feet away. - Ordering is friendly but 100% no-nonsense. Be ready with your order. - Get the salsa roja--you will not be disappointed. - Try at least one al pastor taco. It's their best item. That trompo is magic. - They take cash, card, Venmo, and Zelle.

Definitely some of the best Mexican food we've had in awhile for an unbeatable price. There's a reason why there's 5 stars with long lines on a Monday night! We came here around 630pm on a Monday night and had to wait about 20 minutes in line. The wait wasn't so bad, they are pretty quick at cooking. The workers were incredibly efficient at prepping the food. It was mind boggling seeing the guy prep the tortillas, meat, skewered meat, orders, etc efficiently and accurately. The prices are hard to beat especially if you're from the bay. Seeing $2 tacos and $10 for a fat burrito. WTF, $2 tacos are what they serve as happy hour here! The pastor is a must get - incredibly flavorful meat that's well seasoned and grilled. The carne asada comes in a close second with great flavored meats. It was a bit salty, but I like sodium. You place your order, state to-go or here, and pack your sauces/toppings. I LOVE how you can get your own sauces and toppings that includes pickled onions, peppers, and variety of hot sauces. We also got a horchata for just $4 for a large. $14 for 5 tacos and horchata, what a steal! Everything was incredibly delicious. I'm just sad we live so far away!

Al pastor or cabeza super burrito, or mixed Love this stand, souch flavor. Sanitary and takes zelle if you don't have cash.

Yelped this spot and was taken to an amazing street vendor throwing down on serious eats! $12 Al Pastor burrito ! so so good! looking forward to seeing again!

5 stars for location, quality, and kindness. They were out of the pollo but I got four carne asada and id be lying if I didn't tell you I danced the whole time I ate these tacos. I of course recon'd the area before stepping out. It had all the markers of a quality taco stand in LA. A thriving family owned feel. A spattering of locals. The tatt'd up homie chowing down. The elder, beanie wearing blue collar Mexican gentleman ordering like six lingua tacos like an absolute madman and then hopping in his new Mercedes because how presumptuous of you, that man is clearly a multi-millionaire. The flip flop wearing burnt tan white guy who spent years in Guadalajara and now thinks he knows what the best taco in LA is... it was a perfect scene. Succulent, slamming, another s word that means incredible - these tacos hit. My new go to in Hollywood on the late night. Park in the Pavillions lot.

My fave spot in LA for tacos! It's also one of the few that sells suadero - which is my bf's fave. I love it too but my tastebuds love the pastor, cabeza, and lengua. It's on the sidewalk on Melrose in front of Pavillions. The line can seem daunting but it moves quick!

This taco stand is quickly becoming one of my favorites. Lots of meat options, with the asada, pastor, and suadero as standouts. My go to order is the carne asada burrito with cheese. The cheese is grilled into the tortilla and it's a must try. Comes loaded with meat for $11 and can be shared between 2 people. Tacos here are great too and are only $2 each. The line can be long, but it moves quickly-it's worth the wait!

Pretty good, solid taco spot! Al pastor tacos don't come with pineapple like the ones at Leo's or Angel's Tijuana. Affordable at $2 per taco, and if you use credit card there is a $1 fee. All the basic self-serve toppings like onion, pico, lime, salsa. Big parking lot.

Tacos were good with many selections. I was grabbing a snack so only got the Al pastor, Adana and suadero. I loved how you can do all of your own toppings with a great variety of stuff. Also, it was nice how it was in a parking lot so we can stop by quickly. Service was prompt and nice.

My absolute FAVORITE taco spot in LA! They have hands down the best Al Pastor...add some queso to that thang and them taste buds will be SOARIN' and your life, will be IMPROVE'N. Super quick service, great prices and great people...you have everything to gain so snap to it.

Solid place. Both their carne asada and pastor are really juicy. Line moves fairly quickly and they accept cash, venmo, and zelle. The stand is in front of the Pavilion parking lot, plenty of space. Highly recommended.

Came here based on a recommendation from my coworker while visiting LA. My significant other and I loved the tacos and burritos here! We ended up visiting 3 times during our trip because it was so delicious and the portions and prices were great! We loved that they had all sorts of toppings (the usual onions and cilantro, radish, lime wedges, pickled onions and peppers, cucumbers, and pico de gallo) and salsas you can put on yourself at the end and the salsas are actually spicy which was a plus! Definitely recommend coming to check this place out if you can. You can just park in the Pavilions parking lot when grabbing food here.

So I had been craving a really fat burrito and this place did not disappoint!!! First of all, these burritos are HUGEEE and they do not skimp on the Ingredients!! They ask you to choose your choice of meat, and if you want cheese! Cheese is an extra $1, then they place everything and ask you to go to the counter with all the salsas, and ingredients. Then they wrap it up for you. Honestly it was a very fast and easy experience!! Let me talk about the flavors, the meat was seasoned so well and so were the black beans! The salsas had a really nice kick to it! I usually go for the green salsa and it was soooo good. You can pay cash, Zelle or Venmo!! They have everything it's great!

Found 4 pieces of hair cooked into my quesadilla. Ruined my appetite :( will not be back because of that.

Hands down some of the best tacos I've had. These honestly rivaled some of my favorite tacos from Mexico City. The guys behind the grill are super friendly and helpful on recommendations. The portions are great for the price ($2 tacos!!!). And the flavor is explosive. I also saw someone get a burrito and was blown away by the size. I got the carne asada and al pastor tacos. Both were excellent and you won't be disappointed. They have a bunch of different toppings- onions, tomatoes, pico de gallo, etc - and salsas to load up your taco. Definitely recommend. And heads up- the salsas, while delicious, can pack a spicy PUNCH! Don't expect anything fancy- it's in a parking lot outside a supermarket. But you better believe it's just as good, if not better, than tacos at any fancy restaurant! Will come here again next time I'm in LA

I go there multiple times a week just for their tacos al pastor. They do a very good job getting the meat nice and crispy with the right amount of grease. Make sure to ask for pineapple!

TLDR: Flavorful tacos, chicken doesn't taste dry some places, fresh ingredients and sauces, most of the time but not ALL the time accepts card. Had to swing through because I saw the ratings. I'm honestly used to the tacos in certain parts of LA having little flavor, dry meats that have been sitting, etc, but this spot actually went crazy. All of the meats are moving at a quick pace because there's always a line, so essentially all the food comes out fresh. The ambiance in general is your typical street taco vibe, nothing too sexy and different. Just a great, standard, simple experience.

I was very pleased with these tacos. They were very good and the meat was flavorful and fresh. The area was very clean and they had a lot of people working so the service was fast. No area to sit and eat but you can eat inside your car. 10/10

Great food and great prices (for LA). Definitely get the tacos al pastor, that was the highlight for sure. There might be a line but it moves pretty quickly and it's 100% worth the wait.

Delicious $2 tacos! We ordered asada, pastor, and pollo this time around. I'm definitely going back to try other items. So glad this place is in our neighborhood. Agua de piña was fantastic and not too sweet. Friendly people. There's usually a line, but it goes fast. Easy parking in the Pavilions lot.

Thoroughly enjoyed the tacos, and salsas. Had to eat in the car because they don't have tables or chairs. My sister had the carne asada torta and she said it was good. Service was great.

This is my new favorite spot in the neighborhood gorgeous street tacos. On the corner of Melrose and Vine whete the Pavilions is. Plenty of parking. The al pastor comes straight from the trompa with pineapple and everything is full of flavor. Quesotacos are my favorites. They melt the cheese on the griddle and then put the taco on top so once they serve it the cheese has a slight burnt layer and it's amazing. Good salsas, they separate the onion and cilantro and I totally appreciate it that! Good music, good aguas fresca and the crew is nice. Definitely better than Leo's.

Best tacos I've had in YEARS, period. Full stop. Service was quick. Plenty of parking. Incredible.

These tacos were the best tacos I've ever had! The service was quick and they had a lot of toppings to help yourself to. The stand is outside Pavilions so there is plenty of parking! The pastor was the best I've ever had and the pollo was really good as well as the asada!

yum! their $2 tacos are divine! they have many types of meat to choose from: asada (beef), pastor (pork), pollo (chicken), chorizo (sausage), suadero (beef from beast bone), tripa (beef stomach), buche (pork stomach), lengua (tongue), and cabeza (head). they can take apple pay, zelle, venmo in addition to cash. i had suadero, tripa, buche and cabeza and all were in generous amount and tasty. They are located in the parking lot of Pavilions.

The food is delicious, the service is great, and you can't beat the price! There isn't seating so pull up in your truck and let the tailgate down.

Authentic flavor. AMAZING PRICE. The salsas? Be cautious they definitely pack a punch! Loved their pastor tacos and asada and the Jamaica and Pineapple water were delicious! Speedy service and great vibes! Look no further for tacos this is the spot. They offer lots of options for toppings and you'll be left wanting more!

Ordered all pastor burrito, added grilled onions, jalapeños, and salas before they wrapped it! Damn it was amazing. Long line but they move fast. Easier if you had someone to grab all your salsas while u grab the food.

Amazing fresh and tasty food! The service is great. The people are very kind and hard working! It's a win win

Banger food! Get the pastor tacos. Street tacos are legit in LA and these guys don't disappoint

TLDR: tortillas were crisped well this day. Some meats were better than others (considering that one of my favorite meats did not taste that good here) Overall, short line for our food. About 2 dollars a taco. Liked that the tortillas have some oil on them, were relatively crispy, and small street tacos. Chorizo let me down, because I often, favor that as flavorful and juicy. But it was the opposite here--dry and not flavorful. Tripa was smaller pieces and crispy like I like. Everything else hit the spot.

Oh yeah. Just wanted some fast tacos for dinner. This totally hit the spot. Got almost one of each taco to try the varieties of meats. I would definitely recommend the lengua!!! Also saw some folks getting burritos in line and they were... massive. Meat was LOADED and I mean LOADED. I usually get full off 4-5 tacos but 3 had me filled to the brim. $2 per taco and $2 for a small horchata!!!!! Equals happy and fully bellies for me!

Street tacos just hit different. Even if there's a long line it went by fast. Located in the parking lot of a target, the place serves some of the most OG Al Pastor and Lengue, as well as other cuts. Quick order right to the chefs, grab your plate, and then load it up with whatever toppings and salsas you'd like. Everything was bomb. We inhaled our tacos in mere seconds. Special shoutout to their Muleta. The cheese was soo gooey and crispy around the edges. Also, they give you so much meat!Would totally try their burrito next time as well.

I love tacos more than I love Korean food so I'd say my standards for tacos are higher than average. I actually have friends who have stored me in their phones as "Christina Lopez" because they think I'm more Mexican than Korean. I still have yet to go to Mexico City, but I've tried all the highest rated taco joints in SoCal (mainly LA and SD). I've also had amazing tacos from El Paso, Texas (near the border of Juarez, Mexico), Tijuana, Mexico, and Ensenada, Mexico. Anyway, I gotta say... Tacos Guelaguetza is now easily in my top 5 in LA. Maybe even in my top 3. It's actually hard to rank taco joints because each place specializes in different types and cuts of meats. My favorite al pastor joint doesn't necessarily serve the best tripa or birria, na mean? Sorry, let me get to the point. Order an al pastor mulita with a tripa taco (extra crispy) and a suadero taco. If you're still hungry, maybe add an al pastor taco. 1 mulita and 3 tacos will only cost you $11 and I promise it will get you FULL. The mulitas are as delicious as they are huge. Just take a look at my pictures. Oh and btw, just in case you're as confused as some of the others, the salsa verde and the guac sauce are not spicy. The red salsa is a bit spicy, but if you can take some heat, it's more than tolerable. The orange salsa that looks like cheese sauce is habañero so if you can't do spicy, stay outta there. Before I end the review, let me just add a few more details. This stand is on the northwest corner of Melrose and Vine where Pavilions is. It's diagonally across the street from the plaza Mario's is in and directly across the street from Crab House. They take cash, Venmo, Zelle, and etc... Please remember to tip them! They work so hard and are so sweet and I honestly don't know how they're making any money with how little they charge!

If you are in line for these amazing tacos (and burritos, quesadillas, quesotacos, or mulitas), STAY IN LINE. The food is exquisite. The staff are patient with first timers - don't be intimidated from trying different meats!

Definitely a must try if you're in the area. Meat was fresh,quantity was amazing and prices are very reasonable. Wish they had a little spot to sit and was sad not to see those Rabanos. Hopefully they will have them out next time.

Suadero was amazing! The accept Zelle so that was a plus since we never carry cash! We will be back

Really good tacos! We will definitely return. Decent prices. Highly recommended. The mulitas are bomb!

This place is so good! It's a hidden gem located in the parking lot of the grocery store! So convenient and they have delicious salsas! I absolutely loved the burrito that I got; and will define be back! I believe it's cash only; food prices are reasonable, and they wear gloves! I tried their carna asada (beef) and will try their pastor next time! It did not disappoint! Customer service is great, they are quick; and the line moved fast. Plus plenty of parking

If you want some of the best tacos in Los Angeles Look no further, this place is it. Super fresh and affordable. The quality is what you want for what you're paying. pastor is a must! Been going here for over a year

We ate here everyday during our trip to LA! Tacos Guelaguetza was really close to our hotel, so we walked over there for a quick bite. My boyfriend enjoyed how much meat they put in the burritos! He ordered the carne asada burrito and it had very large portions, which makes it well worth the price and it was so tasty too. We also got chicken and al pastor tacos. All were very delicious and they had all toppings out! I like to put a lot of onions and cilantro on mine, so it was pleasant not having to ask for it on the sides. Don't get me started on the sauces! The spicy cheese sauce is also good and SPICY!!! I was not expecting it to be spicy because it just looked like nacho cheese, but boy it was the spiciest sauce they had!

Randomly found this place while driving back to Hollywood area. Everything was fresh and the mulitas was delicious!

Amazing! The food was perfection! And I had already eaten at a diner but wanted to try a LA taco. This place did not disappoint. Everyone is friendly. Tons of toppings. Great price. And delicious food!!!

I took my mother here for her pre-mothers day dinner here. Our first time here. We had the mole sampler. I haven't had mole before but this was so yummy to my palate.

Delicious tacos! They were quick and definitely weren't stingy with the meat. They work hard! I like that you can take your own toppings as you like. If you're getting a burrito they give you the burrito open, you add your toppings then give it back for them to roll up. The burrito is good enough for 2 meals! My husband was starving and inhaled 6 tacos!

Parking lot tacos are the best tacos. It's like a DIY station. You start off ordering your basics (tacos/burritos), then load up on your favorite salsa and sides, and give it back to the guy so he wraps up the burrito for you. Al pastor (+pineapple) was sooo good and has so much flavor. Tacos at $2 and burrito at $10. They also can do a cheesy burrito which they melt some cheese on the tortilla before your meat. It was insane.

I must say, very generous with their meats, and these guys running the show at this stand are so humble and happy to serve you I finally found bomb bomb, on a mission to try all the meats but lengua, pastor, asada ON POINT!

Bomb dot com. And they got tripas. Crispy, delicious. Flavorful Al Pastor on a spit. Just go.

My friend loved the tacos ($2) here so I had to try the place. Delicious!!! Doesn't cheap out on the meat, sauce is good too. I got tripa and pastor tacos, both of which were SO YUM.