Food Stands in Los Angeles, CA

“What a gem...hands down the best elotes l've ever had!! The corn man is super nice and super fast at pumping out Elote via cob or bowl. There was probably 20+ people ahead of me with multiple orders but it only took 25 minutes to get through since he's so efficient. It can be so amazingly rich and heavy for some folks but this is what you're coming for! A guilty pleasure ruminating in cheese, mayo and liquid butter and corn. I prefer the bowl over the cob since it's much easier to eat. I also recommend getting two at once so u don't have to wait in line again and it's so cheap. 100% recommend!“

“Villa's Tacos were amazing! and I'm not saying this just because of the hype of the Super Bowl. I'm saying this because I mean it. The tacos were just amazing to me. Not your regular everywhere tacos. These tacos were homemade recipes. I had the carne asada, pork with potato (puerco con papa) & beans with cactus (frijoles con nopal). It's a week later that I tried these tacos and I can't stop talking about them. My favorite was the beans with cactus. Soooo good. Also, the atmosphere was just so nice and lively. I truly enjoyed every minute of my visit here. Thank you Villa's Tacos, we will return.“

“Delicious …. Great food truck authenticity“

“It's a street stand, so as far as atmosphere goes, it's what one would expect from a street vendor (no seating available). However, Alejandra's quesadillas are by far the best I've ever had in Los Angeles. And I'm from Mexico City.“

“Absolutely delicious, cooked fresh and everything you want in a snack. There’s lots of savory and sweet options- I went with a ham and cheese one and a mixed berry cream cheese one. It looks like they have new and limited flavor options rotated out regularly. Paying is cash or Venmo only, but was very inexpensive. It took about 10 mins, and there’s some picnic tables nearby with cute little birds to keep you company while you wait.

It was cooked perfectly, melty and piping hot on the inside, and crispy on the outside, with a mildly sweet and crispy shell. Absolute perfection! A great way to grab a quick snack and take a short break while shopping. I definitely will be back.“

“Best tacos ACTUALLY! Family owned and very kind folks. Had 2 carne asada and 1 chicken tacos. The tortillas were fire and the meat sooo delicious. You also get to put your own toppings and they have guac as an option (not as an expensive add on). So yummy!“

“pasamos de pasadita guiados por los reviews y nos sorprendió los mejores tacos de birria qué hemos comido. recomendamos al 100 por 100“

“One of the best chicken sliders I’ve ever had. The honey based sauce is to die for. The food slaps hard. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.“

“Got the LA, with asada . Honestly the meat was super well seasoned , I can’t say it’s the highest quality meat it self however every ingredient from the fries to tortilla felt super quality and delicious. Good service , incredible spot!“

“Very unassuming place. It looks modest and you would never guess how phenomenal the food is! Everything is freshly made. Hand cut folded wrapped prepped you got it. Best tacos I've tasted on this side of the border. Seating and parking is limited.“

“I’m a New Yorker who worked for years in a pizzeria, I take my pizza seriously. Elio’s is real pizza! The ingredients, flavor, and variety are why I can’t visit LA without stopping to grab a pie.“

“Really enjoyed the food here. The carne asada was well seasoned and the marinade on the pastor was subtle yet delicious. It’s been a while since I’ve been impressed by street tacos in LA. I’ve been spoiled and accustomed to tacos in Mexico, and this place definitely hit the spot. Looking forward to our next visit.“

“Incredible grilled cheese sandwich! I attended LA Food Bowl NIGHT MARKET and they had a booth there. The cheese was amazing, sharp and pungent, just how I like it. The bread is great and soaks up the cheese juices perfectly. It's very rich, I had to split a grilled cheese with my buddy. Overall a great experience!“

“Local Taqueria worth the stop.“

“Los tacos están deliciosos. 100% recomendados. Los tacos tienen mucha carne.“

“I personally do not like Spanish food… but let me tell you Rico’s Tacos changed my opinion of that!! I will only ever eat Spanish food from Rico’s tacos !! Would highly recommend, 10/10“

“Exelente servicio de buena calidad y su personal muy amable totalmente de acuerdo con su Servicio. 100% Recomendable“

“Amazing Food! Great Flavor! Great Place To Eat, Highly Recommended! 🌮🌮🌮🍜“

“First time trying this place and it was so delicious! It’s a nice, small spot with fast and very friendly service. It’s family-owned, so I’d definitely recommend supporting them! I also paid with tap (super convenient). We had the pambazo, chilaquiles, and tacos de asada, and everything was really good. Will definitely be coming back! 🤍“

“Had a short layover and I wanted to try a pastrami sandwich. This sport is what came from my research. I got the “basico” and it did not disappoint. It was a great delicious sandwich. Highly recommend.

Service was friendly and fast!

I read if I leave a review I get a free churro, unfortunately I am not there anymore. So if someone goes there after reading my review, maybe the bros as arts pastrami can give my churro to you!“

“I was told this place was good by a group of friends. I was invited to a Torta with Carne Asada and was very impressed by the quality. It's very authentic food , flavor packed Mexican food a 2am hits different.
I definitely want to go back!
The area is a little tight and parking isint the best and it is a little sketchy at night around there“

“Tamales Naborina is truly a hidden gem a street vendor that has been a staple in Watts for years. It’s the kind of place that’s known by locals, and while it’s somewhat of a well-kept secret, I believe everyone deserves to experience their incredible tamales!

**Location:** You can usually find the bright yellow food truck at the corner of 105th and Wilmington Avenue.

**Service:** The service is impressively quick, especially given the number of customers they serve in the morning. You'll be in and out before you know it!

**Parking:** Keep in mind that parking is limited to street parking, so be prepared to search for a spot and take a short walk to the truck.

**Food:** The tamales here are as authentic as it gets! They use traditional masa with lard and offer a variety of fillings, including red chicken, green chicken, red pork, and cheese tamales. I always opt for their cheese tamales, as they truly do not skimp on the cheese-to-masa ratio, make sure you ask for extra napkins to absorb the grease from the tamales. Don’t forget to grab their green salsa topped with onion and cilantro—it’s a must-have accompaniment and their champurrado is delicious!

On weekends, they also offer banana leaf-wrapped tamales and corn tamales, also known as Uchepos—if you know, you know!

**Overall:** If you’re looking for authentic and delicious tamales, Naborina Tamales is a must-visit. Their offerings are not only tasty but also filling, making it worth the trip!“

“DELICIOUS,TASTY AMD FLAVORFUL HIGHLY RECOMMEND“

“The food was very good but the service efficiency was very low. I hadn't gone to eat for a while and now that they moved to Calle Paloma, the waitress service was not efficient at all. I spent about 30 minutes waiting for them to take my order and they never did and I better end up leaving.“

“This is a great example of how LA street mexican food culture is like.

This place has one of the best pastor tacos in LA. Their meats are well seasoned and are not dry. Their salsas have great flavor and heat.

The lines can be long but it is worth the wait. You just can't beat this place when it comes to taste, quality, and price.“

“Been going there for last 10 years Specializes strictly in pork tacos out of home garage only on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Pork skin, pork roast, and buche. All boiled. Ample meat on tacos, also sells in bulk. Go early usually sold out around noon. Best in town.“

“Best burgers around! I drive from OC to eat these delicious burgers!“

“The owners are incredibly friendly and the food has been consistently delicious every time I have eaten here! I CANNOT get over the lemonade that is made in house, along with all of their sauces!! You cannot go wrong with any item on their menu; definitely worth a visit!“

“Delicious …. Great food truck authenticity“

“We had a burrito recommended by the chef and the Birria plate. Both delicious and service was very quick and friendly. Nowhere to sit in the immediate area which isn’t their fault of course. We sat across the street at the shaded bus station and managed just fine :)“

“I hired Sierra Guisados (Lucy and fam) to cater my mom’s retirement party this summer and I couldn’t be happier with their service, food, and set-up. They were on time and professional and everything from the beans, rice, salsas, aguas, and tacos was so authentic and delicious. Everyone loved it!

If you are visiting their pop-up arrive early for the vegetarian options 🤤“

“the food looks and tastes authentic. They have a hand-made tortilla option. I recommend "una de surtido a mano" trust fam“

“I had a brisket burrito and a few tripas tacos. I can't lie, both were pretty good and the price wasn't ridiculous. Tripas are easy to mess up but they make them right over there. The Molcajete salsa was also on point. I will definitely return.“

“Best tacos of my life. Fresh tortillas, not too much cheese that was nicely toasted, and TONS of high quality meat. Not greasy, either. I’ve been to Angel’s and Villa’s, and those don’t even come close to these.“

“Amazing fresh & tasty seafood tacos!!!“

“Columbia Heights location is wonderful! Best pupusas ever. The slaw mix and red sauce goes perfectly with them. Always hot and well made💕“

“So so so good. Reminded me of street tacos I’d get in Mexico. The guy running the stall is a beast too! Ran through those orders masterfully. Plus they have a great condiments section with fresh salsas and veggies that you can dress up your tacos with. If you’re vegetarian you can also get the potatoes with cheese and add nopales :)“

“I would definitely visit their booth at Coachella! I love Taco Bell but I'm a vegeterian.“

“Tasty Food.“

“(Translated by Google) Rich carnitas tacos, very well served, well filled, the extra a golden tortilla to accompany it.(Original)Ricos tacos de carnitas, muy bien servidos bien llenitos, el extra una tortilla doradita de acompañamiento.

Parking: Es una lonchera, las mesas y sillas están sobre la banqueta por lo tanto el estacionamiento es en la callé, donde se pueda.“

“La comida está riquísima y el servicio excelente yo vengo de Arizona y sempre como aqi“

“Warm service! Birds are chirping and it's beautiful here. If you are curious to ask about the church, they are helpful about that. No pressure, though. Also, donation based drinks. I could have really used a free drink, but I also can't do that!“

“I see Brother's Cousin Taco stands filled with people every week and I finally got a chance to try. I got there earlier around 5:30, so the line was a lot shorter than usual. It smelled amazing and everyone working there is super nice. The tacos are $2 & filled with meat. I ordered 4, but only finished 2 and the next day the corn tortillas held up so well after I reheated it. Which is solid because most street tacos tortillas will usually fall apart. They had option of hot sauces, including a mild cactus hot sauce. Also a variety of toppings you can stick In a little bag instead of using those plastic ramekins.

This is a cash only establishment but they take Venmo. I will absolutely be back more often since I usually never have cash on me, which is why I didn't go over before. This is truly such a LA Vibe for amazing street food.“

“muy rico todo 100% recomendado cuando vengan a los Angeles pasen a comerse unos tacos!! Toda la comida esta bien rica!!“

“As close as it gets to Mexico City street tacos without eating eating Mexico City street tacos. The staff is friendly and the food is delicious. Our tacos were so flavorful that I forgot to squeeze lime in mine and my husband forgot to put salsa in his. We ended up getting more to go. If we didn’t live all the way on the other side of the US, we would be back for sure. We had the al pastor tacos, queso birria tacos, and consomé.“

“Not even gonna lie. Some of the best tacos I've had here. The chicken wasn't pretty but it was dang sure good. It was for sure up to par with the pork. The pork was that crispy cook too, but they could cook it how u like. Where im for sure sold is that the tacos are cheap. I've noticed the price rise over the years. Another plus goes to the location. I believe if they aren't there, or right next to them this dude makes these mash potato meat and veggie bowls in the potato. Im telling you, you really have to check out the food on the street. Both the tacos and the potatoes. Last thing, they weren't those little tacos either. Nah, these tacos got gains. Please don't miss out.“

“Best Sourdough bread in Los Angeles!“

“excellent very humble workers they are quality services and the food is also excellent and quality 😋 😋“