7 Best Taco Restaurants in Santa Monica

Blue Plate Taco Mexican • $$
1515 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Brunch Taco - Available Only on Weekends 11am - 4pm
Shrimp and Rockfish Ceviche
Prime Barbacoa Quesadilla
Farmers Market Nachos
Vegan Horchata Fresca
Prime Barbacoa Bowl
Cheese Quesadilla
Guacamole & Chips
Poblano Queso Dip
Pork Belly Tacos

“Great food and drinks 🍹 really good 👍🏾“

4.2 Good413 Reviews
Papi Tacos & Churros Mexican • $
313 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Taco Dorado - Chicken & Consome
Churros with Dulce De Leche
Birria Burrito with Consome
Og Burrito with Pollo Asado
Og Burrito with Beef Birria
Og Plate with Beef Birria
Beef Birria - Taco Dorado
Birria Tacos with Consume
Burrito De Beef Birria
Og Burrito and Consome

“If you are looking for halal Mexican food, that's the right address. I always take my guests to any of the Papi restaurants if they want to try Mexican cuisine - but I like the Santa Monica vibes more. Definitely recommended! And don't skip their beverages, each of them is an authentic gem.“

4.5 Superb227 Reviews
Tu Madre Mexican • $$
606 Broadway #100, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Plant Based Grilled Chicken Burrito
Avocado Tomatillo Salsa
Chips and Guacamole
Fried Chicken Taco
Red Velvet Churros
Squash Quesadilla
Breakfast Burrito
Crispy Fish Taco
Margarita Flight
Pastrami Burrito

“Went to Tu Madre for date night and it did not disappoint. The food was really good, fresh, and full of flavor. Everything came out hot and perfectly made. The service was bomb from start to finish. Super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The vibe was fun and perfect for a date night. Definitely will be back“

4.1 Good261 Reviews
Tacos 1986 Mexican • $
135 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

1lb of Adobada Pork Al Pastor
Carne Asada Tacos
Cheese Quesadilla
Quesadilla Combo
Adobada Burrito
Asada Vampiro
Taco Combo
Guacamole
Cilantro
Tostada

“I have been following tacos 1986 on Instagram (joy tostada) and have been wanting to try his tacos. we planned a family vacations to California to try their tacos and they did not disappoint. Tacos were DELICIOUS!! and the staff was very friendly. We even came in more than once to eat. Highly recommend it.“

4.1 Good194 Reviews
Prima Cocina Tacos • $$
1405 Montana Ave, Santa Monica

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House Guacamole with Housemade Tortilla Chips
Shrimp Tacos on Flour Tortillas
Chicken Albondigas Soup
Chicken Chimichanga
Free Chips and Salsa
Cilantro Rice
Carne Asada
Wet Burrito
Carnitas

“live music tonight was awesome!! Delicious food!! Fantastic cocktails!!“

3.6 Good49 Reviews
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Lanea

Lanea Cocktail Bar • $$
217 Broadway, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Camaron Con Mango Street Taco
Quesadilla Barbacoa
Shrimp Tacos

“Margarita flights are ‘da bomb!“

4.1 Good82 Reviews
Pacific Catch Seafood • $$
120 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica

Customers` Favorites

Coconut Shrimp \u0026 Guacamole and Chips
Sashimi Trio Bowl Kanpachi Salmon Ahi
Edamame Steamed with Sea Salt
Lobster Roll East Coast Style
Poke Ceviche Trio Appetizer
Hula Brownie Sundae
Mashed Potatoes
Sushi Rice Side
Shrimp Tacos

“This review is long overdue: One of my favorite places to dine in Santa Monica! Tasty food. Friendly service. I love their new weekend menu and n/a Nina-Colada. My friend had the steak and baby back ribs, which tempted me to go non-Vegan for the occasion. It's one of the best places to bring your canine friend with their covered outdoor seating, and view of the Fairmont across the street. It's my birthday month, so I'm hoping to go back soon, and bring my other friends.“

4.2 Good108 Reviews