Tacos 1986 — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Diving into a taco platter from this spot was like expecting a fiesta but getting a siesta instead – good but undeniably low-key. The tacos themselves? Decent. They did the job without setting off any culinary fireworks. But here’s the twist – the quesadillas were the unexpected cameo that left us wanting more screen time, mainly because they were the size of a generous coaster, leaving our appetites slightly teased and definitely not pleased. Word to the wise: if a quesadilla craving hits, double down, or you might find yourself in a game of hide and seek with the fillings.

The real plot twist was the salsa bar – they didn’t skimp here, and for that, we were thankful. It was like finding an oasis in a desert of restraint, with each salsa adding a much-needed kick and personality to our plates. The meal, tallying up to $60 for three, felt more like a cautious investment than a lavish feast. Each of us navigated the meat portions like we were rationing for winter, making the whole experience feel like a budget meeting rather than a banquet.

In summary, while there were no major plot twists or letdowns, the story here was one of moderation in a genre that calls for abundance. The solid yet understated fare left us pondering the value equation, with the consensus being that the taco platter package might not be the blockbuster deal we hoped for. It's a solid 6/10 – the kind of meal that’s like a reliable background character, not the star...

I recently had the chance to try tacos from Tacos 1986 and while I can't say that the experience was particularly memorable, there were some redeeming qualities. The menu selection at this taco joint is quite limited in comparison to other Mexican restaurants with only a few choices of various proteins and toppings. I tried their adobado, carne asada, chicken, and mushroom tacos, but unfortunately none of them had a lot of flavor or seasoning. The hand-pressed corn tortillas were slightly cold and chewy in texture which didn't help the overall taste of the dish either.

Fortunately, one thing that I did appreciate about Tacos 1986 was that all the tacos came with guacamole included - no extra charge! The guacamole was creamy and flavorful, making it a nice addition to the tacos. The restaurant also offers a salsa bar with a variety of different salsas for customers to choose from so that you can customize your meal according to your own tastes.

Overall, Tacos 1986 isn't really worth going out of your way for if you're looking for an amazing Mexican meal. However, if you're just looking for an affordable snack or something quick on-the-go then it's not a bad option and you can always add some extra flavor with their salsa bar. At least you won't have to pay extra...

I didn't visit the restaurant, we had take out instead. Portion sizes are criminally small. I can understand not going heavy on protein portions but to skimp on everything else seems a bit deceptive, compared to the photos of the food online. Delivery charges aside, I got two burritos and a "quesadilla" that came out to $35. The quesadilla is really more of a taco with a scant amount of cheese and some guacamole, hardly worth the $5.15. The burrito had a soft, wet, almost elastic kind of tortilla that was reminiscent of what they'd use at Taco Bell or Del Taco. The flavors of the actual ingredients are pretty good but the wet/dry ratio of the burrito is way off and could benefit from more rice or a better quality tortilla. Both items do not come with any kind of toppings, limon or sauces you'd usually see at your local taco truck.

I wish I had taken pictures because when we finished eating, I just thought "that did not feel like a $35 meal" and it definitely didn't look like it. Judging from the other reviews, it sounds like corporate is making moves to pinch pennies and the loss in quality is being passed off to...