Tacubaya is a vibrant Mexican spot in Berkeley serving up delicious staples, from flavorful tamales to inventive tacos, all in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
"Fast-casual sister restaurant to Dona on Piedmont Avenue, Tacubaya has anchored the Fourth Street dining scene with all-day Mexican dining for 20 years, and for the last five in its roomier, pinker space just two doors down from the original. Though the restaurant offers a kid-sized scrambled eggs dish, it’s a great spot to let your little one taste more adventurous flavors. Bright ceviches, sopa de tortilla, and seasonal tamales are superb gateway foods, and the atmosphere is easy for managing the ups and downs of dining out with kids — especially when softened with a margarita or mezcal paloma for the grownups." - Justine Jones, Laura Smith Borrman
"Tacubaya is so beloved by locals that they moved a few doors down to an expanded space in an attempt to accommodate its enlarged fan base. This taqueria in the Berkeley shopping complex is where families flock to grab a bite during errands. In fact, there is a perpetual line of patrons ordering limeade at the counter and claiming seats in the festive dining room (look out for the hanging pink papel picados) or sunny front patio. They are here for chilaquiles and churros at breakfast; then transition into chorizo-and-potato sopes with black bean purée at lunch. Other standbys unveil beef enchiladas doused in a smoky guajillo-tomatillo sauce and covered with melted cheese; followed by tamales de verduras bested with spicy salsa verde and cool crema." - Michelin Inspector
"This East Bay-based tamale powerhouse puts up a stand at the Tuesday and Saturday farmers' markets in Berkeley. This outlet has been a favorite for a few years for its chicken and black mole and pork with red mole tamales, $60 for a dozen of either. Hit up owners Rosa Oliva and Carolina Santos directly at tamalesoaxaca@gmail.com to place your holiday orders." - Annelies Zijderveld, Dianne de Guzman, Paolo Bicchieri
"Tacubaya, a popular Mexican destination, is moving to a larger space on Fourth Street in Berkeley. The new location will feature a full bar with mezcal and tequila, along with an expanded menu." - Ellen Fort
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