50 Best Taco Restaurants in Oakland

“One of the best places to eat, have eaten here at least 100 times and had just about everything on the menu. Everything is fantastic, but do yourself a favor and come here for brunch sometime and get the huevos (egg) taco (or 2 or 3). It's one of the most delicious things you'll ever taste.“

“One of my favorite places to eat in the WORLD! I live in Missouri now and it was my first stop off of the plane when we visited! Chicken taco supers spicy.“

“really like this place because it's family-friendly and has a variety of food. I like it because they have burritos. I highly recommend it.“

“10/10 highly recommend! Fresh, tasty, quality ingredients prepared and plated to perfection! Portion sizes are worth the price. Affordable, tasty eats with excellent customer service in a lovely outdoor setting. My son and I had the fish tacos and shared a steak & shrimp birria taco. OMG! INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS AND FLAVORFUL, down to the sliced carrots! I was visiting from the East Coast where they know NOTHING about authentic Mexican food! I could eat at La Grana Fish EVERY DAY!“

“Amazing Tortas, tacos, nachos, and more!“

“We were looking for a taco place with my sister and we found this place. It is very clean and very friendly. It is so delicious, especially the tacos al pastor and the burritos are super large. I recommend them“

“It's soo hard to find good vegan tacos. I am very picky and a vegan meat snob. Visited this place for the first time today. The mushroom pastor tacos were PERFECT. So good. Portions are great, reasonably priced. Only thing is finding parking is a little tricky but that's typical of anywhere in the bay. Will be back for sure.“

“el sazón está muy bueno,las personas muy amables“

“👍🌮🌮🌮🌮🌯🌯🌯🍛🍛🥘🥙🥗🍤🍤🍗🌮🌮🌮🌮🍺🍺🍳🌮🌯🌮“

“The tamales are so good!!“

“Felt like I was back in the motherland (Mexico). The dark, sketchy street just adds to the atmosphere. This place takes zelle if you don't have cash. The tacos are 3 bucks a pop, and they fill them fat. Best dang taco I've had in a while.“

“Tasty! The Asada was perfect and generous amounts“

“I swear these tacos de Barbacoa are crack. SOO DELICIOUS!“

“? Alright folks, here’s the deal: Living in Alameda has me often yearning for some legit taco action. But I’ve found that I usually need to head over to Oakland to truly satisfy those cravings. And that’s exactly how I ended up at this taco truck!Nestled in Oakland, this spot was a serendipitous find on an evening adventure. The setting is chill, making it the perfect backdrop for some true street taco vibes. And speaking of streets, there’s a handy parking lot right at the corner, so you can just park and wander over with ease.I dove into two pastor and two carne asada tacos, and even though they’re on the petite side, they don’t skimp on flavor. My plate was brimming with extras - a generous helping of radishes and jalapeños which added that fresh zing to every bite. And oh, those salsas! Perfectly spiced and absolutely delightful.Now, are these the all-time champions of my taco experiences? Maybe not. But when the taco craving hits in Alameda, this Oakland gem is definitely worth the short trek. Can’t wait to see what the rest of their menu holds on my next visit!“

“Omg! this place ess awesome! the chicken & waffles were to die for.. I will be returning.soon!“

“It was the friendliest salsa scene I've been to in years--Sunday at four to eight. And the food was gorgeous, and the staff super helpful.“

“Great quality, always get it the way you ask for it, reasonable prices.... I stayed on a late night truck run when my wife was pregnant. You could throw a rock and hit 5 taco trucks in the same area and none are as good. There's this one guy who always asks about my kids always is friendly but he's the same way with everyone, no favorites. Quality spot in the cut...“

“best street corn ever !! looking forward to trying there other stuff“

“This place looks a little 'sketchy', BUT the food is very good. I was working an event at the Oakland Colesium, and this was the only place you could walk to. If you can speak a little Spanish, it goes a long way. I got the Cubana sandwich, and it was so big, I could only eat half of it.“

“The fish tacos were really good, one of the best I've ever had“

“Get the chicken quesadilla! It's so good! They are a little pricy but so worth it.“

“delicious food, very very fresh. the Steak/Shrimp burrito was incredible“

“tacos were bomb and the salsas were delicious.. we will be going back“

“Food is hot. and super delicious“

“I don’t normally review places, but I want Taqueria Rubios Inco to stick around as it’s a neighborhood gem. Delicious tacos, burritos and pickled sides. Great portions, packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. If you’re in the neighborhood, try them out. Easy parking right there in the lot.“

“I hope I find this in heaven. Hands-down, one of the best Carnitas I’ve had. Run out of a taco truck in a very unassuming location. Juicy, tender and they give generous portions. I got that fairly late at 2PM and everything was sold out except for the carne. The person I spoke to said to come early usually before noon if you want to have a taste of everything else. There are two tents set up with tables and chairs.“

“I when today at 4pm and the food was amazing, I would definitely go back, a highlight that I have is that the cashier was hella nice she was telling me how she loves my outfit and that I have pretty eyes. And I just love that you know girls for girls ❤️❤️“

“Delicious Mexican food freshly prepared while you wait. There’s some seating available, but I went with takeout instead. The prices are very reasonable and everything I’ve tried so far is great! This time I got the quesadillas with a mix of al pastor and chicken. There’s plenty of competition around them so they make sure those flavors are going to win the folks over. Definitely a place to check out!“

“Best tacos in town love pastor love the carne azada“

“Great food on a great Sunday!“

“New fav taco truck! Shrimp tacos were great.“

“People: do try the green pozole, breakfast burrito, chile relleno (the chile relleno is exceptionally good), and ceviche. I have tried the mentioned dishes more than twice and the consistency is always the same: excellent! Yum, yum!“

“Picked up a burrito here for lunch today, what a great find! The shop was sparkling clean and the aroma of the fresh food was enticing.
I ordered a Pollo Asado burrito and it was about as big as my 14 lb. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. There was so much chicken! Well seasoned rice and pinto beans that were firm but perfectly cooked. The guacamole was fresh and plentiful.
The burrito was so big I'll be having it for dinner tonight or maybe lunch tomorrow.
The value was fantastic for the quality and quantity.“

“Son las mejores pupusas del area! Las chicas siempre muy amables 💓💓 los platanitos siempre están riquísimos , suaves y dulces!“

“amo las tortas De esta lonchera 😍😍“

“Best tamales hands down. Before opening her restaurant, I was at La Finca asking where I could get the best tamales and they gave me her number. They were moist and full of flavor. Everyone at my party loved them. I’m so happy to see she has her own restaurant. You must try the food!“

“I was skeptical because they are in front of a house but an all honesty their tacos ???? are delicious and I also tried there tortas and they are on point as well,I have another taco down the street Taqueria Sinaloa but they got sloppy with their food.I rather go to Tacos la Cabana and they also sale menudo and birria on Saturday mornings.TRY THEM you will not be disappointed and I am a picky eater so I was surprised I liked them.“

“best burrito EVERRR..online orders only“

“One of the best mexican food I’ve ever tasted. I love everything they served! The best comfort food. I hope can visit union city again.“

“Has it all: fair prices, good quality and impressive selection for a truck. Only a little seating and I like to eat stuff fresh, but since most get to go, prob a spot usually available. 3 tacos for $9 out the door (cash) hit the spot for lunch. Offered up chips and nice carrots, jalapenos, radish, and cucumber provided.“

“I was bicycling from Piedmont to San Leandro for work and my phone got down to 10%. They were really nice about letting me use their power outlet to charge my phone and the Jamaica and Burrito were 10/10. 100%. Plus they have a pool table, and it’s free!“

“Love the food, real quality. The atmosphere at their locations are very friendly and light.“

“Was so happy to see these guys recently at an event as an American living in the Netherlands. Real Mexican tacos… once Dutch people get a taste I think it’ll eventually go mainstream here. So good.“

“Everything is very well Seasoned, my family loves coming to this taco truck, the steak fries, the Torta Ronco, the birria tacos, the hamburger and the asada taquitos and the 10” pastor, my family is always satisfied, the flavored waters They are also very good!!“

“Gave me a huge burrito, got a birria supreme. Perfect consommé and perfect birria, very quality sauces in good portions aswell. Food came out quick!“

“Review: Street-Level Audit — Tacos Sinaloa (Fruitvale Hub)

An afternoon operational run to evaluate one of Oakland’s highest-volume street culinary hubs. Service was incredibly fast, and the covered outdoor seating plaza made it easy to sit down and analyze the payload immediately.

Everything we ordered was excellent:

The Torta: My partner had the carne asada torta and loved it. It was packed with a generous amount of steak that was flavorful but not too spicy. The bread was perfectly soft but held together much better than he expected without getting soggy or falling apart.

The Tacos: I tried three different tacos—carne asada, fish, and al pastor—and all of them were fantastic. They were well-built and easy to eat because they didn't skimp on the tortillas. The kitchen put the perfect amount of salsa on top of each one so it didn't overwhelm the flavor of the meat.

The Standout: The al pastor was hands-down my favorite. It had that perfect balance of deep seasoning and those crispy, caramelized edges you look for in great pork.

The Drink: The strawberry horchata was delicious and super refreshing in the sun. It was creamy, sweet, and the perfect counter to the savory meats.

The Verdict: Tacos Sinaloa completely defends its reputation. Fast, delicious, and pristine street-level execution.“

“Tacos here are seriously good, and it's hard to find authentic tacos al vapor like these. I ordered the lengua and cabeza tacos, and they were so well-seasoned that I could tell right away they didn't need any extra salt—they were perfect as they came.

The red house salsa is extremely spicy, while the green salsa has great flavor with a milder kick. Both pair really well with the tacos.

I paid $31 for 6 tacos and 2 drinks, which felt like a fair price because they really load the tacos with meat. You definitely get your money's worth.

I gave this place 5 stars because the food was outstanding. The only minor challenge is parking. As for the dining area, there are about 4 or 5 tables plus a long wall counter that can seat around 10 people, giving you a good idea of the layout. It wasn't an issue when I visited, but if they get really busy, seating could fill up quickly. These tacos are so good that they're definitely worth eating fresh on the spot.

I'll definitely be coming back—the only trouble I see myself running into is finding parking.“

“Just had some delicious Blocko Tacos! Mmmm... so good! Nice blend of flavors and textures. The cheese sauce has a nice bite to it. The tortilla is nice and soft, but doesn't fall apart. We highly recommend this delicious treat! Don't be shy, have yours with everything on them. We did! You won't be sorry!🌮 Uncle Curtis and Auntie Jan ♥️“

“Awesome food made quickly ❤️ super delicious food highly recommended 🥰😍“