“Wow! The food here was great authentic Mexican food. We tried mulitas, tacos, burritos and the sopes. Asada was the best because they use prime beef. Their habanero salsa was actually spicy and was my favorite, but they also have two milder ones for those who can’t handle spice as well. The service here was amazing and the owners are so sweet. They also have 4 TVs and a juke box for plenty of entertainment.“
“One of the best tacos nearby, especially a great price. About $1.50 for your basic meats, you can definitely smell the truck as your driving by. You can also call in the orders, makes it fast, since it does get busy. I have there # saved, my go to spot ??“
“Let me start off by saying .. i LOVE mexican food. However, I am really not a fan of birria tacos or tacos in general, but I've tried birria tacos before.This is my first time trying this spot and since I was in the area, I thought I'd try. They specialize in birria tacos, so thats what I ordered.Food - the tortilla was perfectly cooked as well as the birria. It was tender and delicious. It is perfectly seasoned. You can really taste the beef. Usually the broth or consome come oily (from other places), but theirs isn't so it wasn't heavy to have with the tacos. The sauce (green salsa) was perfect. It isn't spicy but has a little kick. Also had a taste of their horchata drink which surprisingly ... was very good. Service - I got my food pretty fast, but I probably came at the right time. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The owner himself is very involved and greets the customers nicely. I believe they do delivery too so thats pretty neat.Good truck to have a date with a friend or SO. Go try it!!“
“The food is fantastic and the service was even better. This isn’t a good option for a polished date because the atmosphere isn’t great, but it is a great option for a solid meal.The first impression was disappointment because I expected a traditional sit down restaurant. The tables and spacing are like fast food.The staff was very welcoming and friendly. They talked us through the menu, recommending the barramundi dishes and they did not disappoint.They brought the food to our table and it was fantastic. Just go. Early and often.“
“Best taco de al pastor of my life. The torta was huge and filled with meat! The salsa they offer is delicious. We also tried the quesadilla de al pastor. I saw this place on Instagram and it did not disappoint. The cashier that helped us was very kind as well.“
“Tried this place out for lunch and left very happy! It was pretty dead for a Thursday at noon but I assume for evenings they get busier. My husband got the OG Platter which came with two tacos, a quesadilla, and a mulita and he was happy with the portion size. I got the Birria Ramen and man was it full of meat. They normally put cheese but I didn't want that with my ramen. The broth is so good and not too oily like other places. I really enjoyed that the meat was not too fatty so you are getting good quality. We also got a churro with lechera and strawberry ice cream which was so good I forgot to take a picture. I enjoyed everything so much I can't wait to go back!“
“Oh my god. First time at this food truck and I am absolutely blown away at how delicious the food is. It's a food truck on a side street. They do seafood instead of the usual meats. I got a shrimp taco and two tostadas, one shrimp ceviche and one octopus. First of all, even in a to go order, the presentation was beautiful. Now for the ultimate test, the food. AMAZING. I will tell you right now this was better than many of the sit down, fancy places I have been to. Huge portions of shrimp ceviche and octopus for the tostadas. The shrimp taco had three huge shrimp that were lightly fried, with the perfect amount of cabbage and sauce. The tostadas came with a huge pile of tortillas and each at least 8 oz of both the ceviche and the octopus. Flavors are spot on and tasty. All topped with a generous serving of avocado.I am so happy and full right now. Tacos and tostadas can also be therapeutic you know. I'll be back for more of those tacos!“
“Everything was amazing! Lengua was soft, tender, and juicy. Tortillas were just right. Carne asada was soft and tender. Been trying to find a go to spot that has good lengua since moving to Orange & I'll be coming back every time I crave lengua tacos.“
“a phenomenal Taco establishment, some of the best burrito I have ever had. quite a gem. I had El Pollo loco burritos two days before and I think it is safe to say I will never have them again. these are real burritos you know, it's a different thing. the El Pollo loco burritos made me sick but fortunately that did not stop me from my love of burritos. sometimes if you get sick after eating something it gets hard to enjoy that thing. b I learned this in psychology class. the human body is amazing but it is so full of hatred sometimes.“
“The BEST tacos ever and you wouldn't expect it from a small truck-cart. The al pastor is Sooooo flavourful and they give you grilled onions with it. The salsa verde is perfect and super spicy which is great. Our go-to is the quesitaco de pollo y de pastor con todo. It is 100% worth“
“This review is long overdue, and I hesitated to write it. Tacos El Panzas is my husband's and my all-time favorite. I selfishly wish we could keep it our little secret. It's truly something special. Forget fancy decor and trendy vibes - this no-frills gem serves up the most incredible Mexican food from their truck. Their carne asada, pollo tacos, and mulitas are simply unmatched. Don't miss out!“
“Even though I am scared to death of Chucky, I decided to face my fear and try this food truck. I had to have their specialty (and namesake), the shrimp, which was delicious, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Also tried the fish taco, which was great, although a little expensive. Service was fast - there wasn't a line, but the food was prepared rapidly. I see that they have a variety of other things, and some customization, including the ability to choose the meat of your choice (or choose vegetarian). Long live Chucky! (And I did not have any evil doll come to life nightmares after eating here).“
“Great consistent food quality at reasonable prices. The pico de gallo is ridiculously good. The grilled fish burrito is my favorite.The place can get very busy during peak times around lunch and dinner. I usually do takeout and get in and out quickly.“
“Holy moly that red sauce is UNREASONABLY spicy. I love it. Pastor was juicy, flavorful, and tender, even only 30 minutes before closing. That’s quality. This is a MUST try taco truck for sure.Also side note: they put cilantro and onion in the quesadillas, and they also give you lime with it!“
“Highly recommend this whole in the wall place. Purchased the birria tacos ? and quesobirria they both were great the tortillas are made on the spot they are very fullfilling.. parking is probably the only issue but plenty of it on flower St. And just walk to location. Definitely will be back.“
“Whenever the taco truck is parked outside, it's a clear sign my workday is about to get a whole lot better. This isn't just your average food truck; it's authentic Mexican food that has never failed to impress me or my colleagues.The menu might be simple, but the flavors are anything but. Each taco, burrito, and quesadilla is packed with fresh, zesty ingredients that are a testament to true Mexican cuisine. The truck is spotlessly clean, the service is quick, and the staff always greets you with a smile that's just as warm as their delicious carne asada.Whether it's a quick chorizo burrito to kickstart my day or a set of al pastor tacos for lunch, I've loved everything I've tried. And it's not just me--everyone at work looks forward to seeing this taco truck. It's the kind of place where after your first visit, they treat you like a regular.I can't recommend this taco truck enough. If you find yourself near dyer & pullman, do yourself a favor and grab a bite here. Support this local gem and your tastebuds will be rewarded with some of the best Mexican food in town!“
“Amazing service 10/10 so friendly and helpful with the menu and ordering. Flavor is INCREDIBLE we all got birra (tacos, quesadilla, and fries) and everything we had was AMAZING. Consumé was delicious and had just the right amount of heat. We can't wait to come back“
“5 star cleaning 5 star attention and service 4 star food 5 star speed No discrimination even though I was dressed after work it was a good dinner even though the name Gavilan doesn't really sound very Mexican. I had a bad expectation, however these guys showed me that fast food service can also deliver excellent service and decent food. I thank the team for not making a dog face and not judging me because I was dressed after work. Great experience, I will definitely try more options again.“
“I LOVEEEEEE this place. I have been loyal with this taco truck for 8 years now and they never let me down. The tacos are always fresh and seasoned really well. The chef and his staff ara số nice and helpful. Eating closeby each other on the street makes me feel like home, really cool!“
“HIJO DE SU PTA MDRE, estos si son tacos de birria!!! The only place that I had for birria was either with my mother in law or in LA but these right here are the best I have tried in OC!! I ordered quesabirria which is a birria taco with cheese on a maiz tortilla and a consomé with carne and damn both really hit the spot!! For sure it's my new favorite Birrieria.“
“All in all pretty good but just a couple minor things made me remove a star.I ordered 4 tacos, $2 each and $3 for the tripa. They also threw in a small tostada with beans and grilled onions.Tripa was pretty good especially since I got it extra crispy. They kind of made it too crunchy though so next time I’ll just get the normal tripa without extra crispy.Al Pastor was good, but they don’t serve it with a piece of pineapple here.Buche was not that good. It was kind of rubbery and flavorless.Cabeza had a nice soft melt in your mouth texture, but the flavor was also lacking.“
“This food truck has some of the best tacos around. They are freshly made as you order them. The woman preparing my food was very polite and friendly. This friendly environment made me feel appreciated as a customer. Everything on the menu is reasonably priced. Great service, great food, would recommend to anyone in favor of some tacos.“
“We were in Santa Ana craving good Mexican food and looked up food recommendations on tik tok and found this restaurant. It truly didn't disappoint, I got their mole enchiladas and my bf got their alambre fries and they were my absolute favorite. Everything is so delicious. Customer service is amazing and extremely welcoming! Can't wait to return on our next OC visit.“
“Can’t say enough good things about this place. We found it by chance after a Disneyland trip. Josue helped us out, he was an amazing server and the food we ordered was DELICIOUS! We were a big group and ordered a variety of things and they do. not. MISS! Thank you for accommodating us so late!“
“This is actually a food truck parked along the side street. There is no seating, so more of a real food truck, take out type of service. The service is quick and friendly, and the tacos are absolutely worth the drive from LA. They're cheap and delicious.“
“Been to la Fortuna a couple times and it does not dissapoint. I normally go late at night after work and it hits the spot. They have a variety of meats to choose from and I've tried them all. I like that I'm allowed to have an open tab "cuenta abierta" and keep on ordering tacos. I would say my favorite meats are : cesina, cabeza, asada, suadero, and tripa. I love all their salsas too, they have two greens and one red.(the best is the light green salsa). These tacos melt in your mouth and are the perfect bite size. Give them a try.“
“This is one of my favorite taco trucks in OC. I hadn't been in a few years as my family moved, and I was so happy to see they're still serving amazing tacos in the location I used to frequent a few times a week. All of their meats are delicious, but I've found no other local spot that offers surtido, and let me tell you it's off the charts delicious and melts like butter in your mouth! Not to mention they have amazing salsa to really round out the flavors. The area can br a bit questionable after sunset, but just close your eyes and enjoy your meal! ? I'm already looking forward to my next visit!“
“Never seen this truck till Friday 1/27 night and decided to give them a try. I got asada tacos and my husband got chorizo, chicken and el pastor. I got to say my asada tacos were pretty good and juicy, and need I mention no fat! Husband liked all of his tacos and would say the chorizo was his favorite. The salsas are also good too! Will go again!“
“This is my second time going.. both times were a pleasant experience. The young guy who took my order was very welcoming, polite, and helpful. He offers great customer service. Also the cook was very kind and attentive when he gave me my order. The food is delicious and service is quick.“
“To begin with, Santa Ana has so many taco spots and I for one am so happy to have so many taco spots to choose from. This taco truck is definitely up there for me! The Al pastor was so die for. Absolutely delicious. I didn't even get a chance to take a picture of my tacos before they were devoured. I ordered Al pastor, asada, and cecina. I don't see a lot of places offer cecina so it was a pleasant surprise to see it on the menu. All of it was so good! I would have to say that if you do get some tacos from here that you HAVE to order an agua de melon. That made the experience so much better! 10/10!!! The only downside from this location is the parking situation. But that shouldn't deter you from trying this spot!“
“I saw and tasted what the hype is all about. The tacos were delicious. They are served without toppings so you can add them yourself at the toppings bar, make sure to try the molcajete salsa. The birria was tender and moist. The consomé was hot, as it should be, and had a great taste. Place was clean and not too busy on a Wednesday at noon. Will definitely go back and try their birria ramen.“
“(Translated by Google) The enchiladas de birria tacos with consommé and the variety of dishes and vegan tacos very well everything(Original)Los tacos enchilados de birria con consome y la variedad de platillos y tacos veganos muy bien todoVegetarian options: Si cuentan con tacos de vegetalesParking: Ahi suficiente ya que lo comparte con el bank of america“
“My friend and I were in Santa Ana again tonight and decided to stop in and order the beef soup. I would imagine it is closest thing to comfort food for most because it is both filling and satisfying. We both absolutely loved it. You won't find this flavorful soup in a food truck or fast food chain... that's for sure! The corn tortillas were warm and had a wonderful texture that compliments the soup. I haven't tried their tacos yet, but would think there are also amazing because of tonight's tortillas... so maybe next visit.“
“Phenomenal experience eating here. Not always easy to find birria (let alone birria as excellent as this one) around Orange County but this spot takes the cake. The birria tacos (highly recommend enchilado) were ridiculously flavorful and the tortillas were crispy, juicy, and all without tasting too greasy fatty or becoming soggy. Not sure how they accomplished this magic, but they did it effortlessly. I've had my fair share of birria and more often than not in most places the meat is either too fatty, greasy, and/or dry. The broth is often lacking in flavor, unrefined, and so fatty it has your face smelling like grease for hours after you finish eating. I can tell you right now that this is not one of those places. At first bite, one can tell this place is something else entirely. The consomé/broth. It was super flavorful and was wonderful to either dunk your tacos in, pour over the tacos, or just sip. Very very impressed. You can typically measure the quality of a birria establishment by the quality of their broth and they went above and beyond in exceeding this metric. In my own personal experience with food trucks, workers typically crank out order after order with little concern for the quality of the final product. This place turns that idea on its head. You can clearly tell within minutes that this family has a strong personal connection and takes great pride in the quality of their food and the experience of their customers. I will be returning and looking forward to eating again at this wonderful establishment. Pros: - Prices were very fair. (Don't be a fool and come expecting to get $1 street tacos. Quality over quantity.) - lots of street parking at the time (went Saturday around 9:00am) - friendly and fast service - exceptional food and menu selections - sauces (lots of different kinds of sauces and homemade ones at that) - broth is to die for - birria and barbacoa were very good (only ones I tried this visit) Cons: - no tables around to sit and eat but there is counter space along the front of the food truck and there is also a short brick wall in front where there is space to comfortably sit against the fence and eat Don't let the few number of yelp reviews/photos fool you, this place is a hidden gem.“
“Been with these guys since it was just the owner with a grill outside the indoor swapmeet next door and across the street. They always serve ur food hot & are pretty quick with orders even when it gets busy. And it's busy for a reason! Expect abouta ~ 15-20 min wait for y4 food during peak hours. Gotta love the unlimited beans tho! Super professional rlly good people & they always improving“
“I always order ahead and call for pick up. Unless you have 20 minutes to wait (it's worth it) then I would call ahead. Their avocado and yellow salsa are my go to! I've tried the sopes and burritos only - I can't comment on the rest but I'm sure they're just as yummie! As a sidenote, there are a lot of homeless around so it might be safer to wait inside your car for your order“
“More like a 3.5 stars. Tacos here were very expensive but they were good and I really like that they offer proteins like cabeza, lengua, and tripas instead of just the usual asada, pastor, and pollo. We had a large order for 6 people so we called ahead and they had it ready in 20 minutes. They do take credit card but charge you a fee. I didn't find out until after when I looked at the charge and saw that it was a couple dollars more than the price they told me. Wish they had let me know beforehand.“
“Tacompadre in Santa Ana is a total winner! Let me tell you, their quesabirria tacos are the stuff dreams are made of. The birria is melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and they don't skimp on the filling. But the real star is the crunchy flour tortilla. It's the perfect balance of texture to the juicy goodness inside.Looking for something a little different? The suadero alambre is a must-try. The suadero (skirt steak) is cooked to perfection, and the whole thing is overflowing with melty cheese. They don't forget the veggies either, which adds a nice freshness to the dish.And to top it all off, don't miss the chocoflan. It's the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Creamy chocolate meets decadent flan in this delightful dessert.Overall, Tacompadre is a hidden gem in Santa Ana. Amazing food, friendly service, and a great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!“