EL TAPATIO — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Oh come on you big taquito you! This is a five-star place all the way. Whoever gave this place four stars and below must be like those four out of five dentists. Just saying.

And the main reason why I gave it five stars is because for what it is, it's a casual Taco stand that you can actually sit down inside.

It's good at what it does. The food is really good, the prices are right, and the people behind the counter all have a smile. You can tell the men and women who work here love their jobs, and pour their heart into the food that they prepare for you.

I Love this place! For good food that is served quick, eat here or take it to go, this is some of the best authentic Mexican food you'll have around.

Value! Whether you're a family, or on a casual date, or just coming in on a work break, or don't feel like cooking at home, this might be the spot for you. I feel like for the amount of money you're spending, their prices are perfect for May 2024. You're getting your money's worth, and it's good food.

Their three taquito and drink special is $6. I mean where else can you get a deal like that, especially considering the fact that everything is truly homemade.

I like the 3 beef enchiladas, and I also like the three taco special as well. So why not have everything? Today I got it all. Lol.

Everything I just mentioned, the 3 enchiladas, the three tacos, and the three taquitos, and the drink all came out to $33. It's enough to feed at least three people, maybe four if you have small children.

Parking can be tricky, but just go into the Pep Boys parking lot on the other side of the fire station, and you should be able to find tons of free parking if there's none available in the lot out front.

Don't expect anything fancy here. This isn't a Cantina or anything. But on the day that we came, Cinco de mayo, there was actually a three-piece band playing with a beautiful harp, a guitar player, and a bass player. All acoustic, like you'd find on the streets of mexico. This was an unexpected surprise, started a year ago. Sundays from 3pm - 6pm or so.

It's a taco stand, but you can sit down. No hype. Just really good food.

I could go on and on about this place, and give you some over detailed account of what happened here. Just trust me, put your phone down, walk in the door, order some food, and eat. Lol. It's that good.

"Free" Chips and salsa are on the sidebar as well if you want to add to your order.

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One of the BEST VALUES & GREAT TASTING MEXICAN EATERIES NORTH OF LA! SERIOUSLY huge portions! Authentic Taste. I LOVE Taco Trucks. Pretty sure I've tried EVERY Taco Truck, Taco Stand & Taco Restaurant within a 25 mile range, by far my new favorite. Most are pretty good. Some are outrageously overpriced. A few are priced so low that we were NOT suprised at the "Silver Dollar" sized 88cent Tacos¿ Elsewhere, a unworthy $6 taco, just isn't fair! This is the spot for a generously portioned $2 STEAK Taco, with the works! Add a side of beans for another $2! Now you're in route to the Rodeo! But wait you say? Dave, where's the secret deal? Yes most of my 5 ⭐ Reviews have a SUPER DEAL! Where's my "Inside Dave's Head SUPER Deal" you ask? Okay, I'm good... BUT - REALLY! $4 is pretty good! PLUS, the "CONDIMENT SELF SERVE STATION?" WITH BAGIES! You want more? Okay LOCO! Ask for your order to be "Dine In! But put it in a large carry out container... I can never finish EVERYTHING!" Can you add a side off lettuce with tomatos to that too?" $1 more, BAM! After you get your food... (smile, this is good - right?) Tip $1. Thanks Dave. Right! Nope. Not so fast... Go back & ask for a side of rice. Wait... What? Trust me. If you'd order the "Rice & Bean" side, at the same time, you only get half as much! Yea! Eat...

I was recently introduced to this restaurant by a friend and I’ve been so happy with the food every time. If you’re looking for good quality Mexican food without the high pricing of a fancy restaurant, this is the place to go. The food is delicious so you won’t be disappointed.

That being said, I had to dock a few points from my rating because of the lack of customer service I received every time I’ve gone in. The one lady who is usually taking orders or giving out food had been incredibly rude and unfriendly every time I’ve gone. I’m always friendly, I say hello, I smile, I say thank you, but most of the time I’m met with a dirty look and no response. Sadly I haven’t had many interactions with other staff but the few I have interacted with seem kind. I do hope this changes because it’s the one thing that makes me hesitate to visit, but I continue to come back and try to ignore it for the quality of the food and to support their business.

All things considered, I do hope those of you see this review are not dissuaded from giving them a try. The food is fantastic, the other staff has been kind, and I hope you’ll have a much...