45 Best Taco Restaurants in Philadelphia

“1st time there and can’t wait to go back! Great atmosphere, customer service and outstanding food! Loved the variety and unique tacos. Highly recommend. 👍🏻“

“Imagine your best local authentic Mexican restaurant but elevate its atmosphere and execution. The tortillas are literally some of the best I have had, so soft and chewy with dimples of char. The proteins are marinated and grilled, with simple but bold flavors expressed in the lingering colors of the sauces. The Remolacha was the sleeper dish. The paste of nuts under the golden beats were a refreshing new type of dish I'd never seen in this type of cuisine. One caveat, the small room makes it quit loud so be prepared to do a little shouting.“

“Recently tried DOHO when when trying to order tacos from our usual places on Cinco de Mayo but the kids didn't want to wait 2+ hours and couldn't have been more impressed with this new hidden gem in Mt. Airy. Creative dishes and everything we ordered was delicious. Only tried about half the options between our family of 5 so definitely need to order again soon!“

“I absolutely love Taco Heart! Having lived in Austin for many years, I often crave authentic breakfast tacos and jalapeño crema salsa, both of which can be hard to find. Taco Heart is my GoTo spot now that I live in Philadelphia. The food and drinks, the vibe, the music, and the location are all exactly right.

One recent Saturday, Nano even let us stay in the restaurant well past closing time while a strong storm blew through. We got to sit inside, warm and dry, and watch the torrential wind and rain and eat his delicious food. It was amazing.

Can't say enough good things about Taco Heart!!!!“

“This food is amazing. HAND MADE TORTILLAS which I have never seen in a Philly taqueria before! We ordered one jamaica glass and they gave us a huge jug to share AND two extra cups to take out. The inside is pretty small & no frills, but the food is ABSOLUTELY worth it! I speak Spanish and the lady serving us was the owner, she mentioned they are struggling to stay open. Go support their business!“

“one of the best late night, high quality tacos in philly

as soon as we rolled up, we knew it was gonna be good. we went on a friday night at 11pm and there was a HUGE line up to the door.

food:
+ tacos (4 for $17) al pastor - 4/5, great meat flavor, too much tortilla vs meat, felt dry, even after drenching it in sauce.
+ horchata ($7) - 1/5, tasted like a fall spice-and vanilla scented candle

al pastor flavor was amazing. deep, smokey and delicious. the flour taco was mid, felt a bit dry and made me want to reach for a drink. they double bagged the meat — e.g. they use two soft tortillas per taco so the ratio of wrap to taco is like 2:1. it makes it seem like the tacos are less stuffed. I understand why they double bag it though, it was messy and wet!

we do not recommend the horchata though haha

service: the late night staff was great. the music was popping!

atmosphere: it’s great! it’s actually two diffferent places and we ordered from the storefront“

“My wife and I eat a lot of tacos and ever since getting the tacos here, i compare all other tacos to El Amiguito, this place is the best! They are super friendly, delicious, and affordable. Really happy to have them as a part of the neighborhood community.“

“Third visit in a month. I ordered the torta milanesa each time. It is a mexican sandwich. My friend asked the torta al pastor twice, and the al pastor burrito once. He also went for the tamararind drink, which he enjoyed. I went for water and diet Coke.
It is a mom and pop place and worth a stop. Dining in is my favorite so it is served as intended with the correct parts still crispy or squishy as one expects. Reach this place by taking the T-4 or T-5 trolleys. Enano means a person who is not tall according to the owner. Friendly and efficient.“

“Excellent customer service“

“Friendly Staff Great Service Delicious food Ramen bowl, shrimp tacos, pan seared dumplings, spring rolls all were delicious 😋“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you’re in Philly and haven’t stopped by Don memos truck yet, you’re seriously missing out. This food truck hands down has some of the best tacos and burritos we’ve ever had. Every bite was packed with flavor fresh, juicy, perfectly seasoned, just amazing.

What made it even better was the people. They were super humble, welcoming, and genuinely kind, which made the whole experience feel even more special.

We’re 100% coming back. I haven’t had tacos this good in a long time Don memos is officially a must-stop every time we’re in Philadelphia.“

“Food is excellent , ingredients & flavor superb. The Owner is truly a sweetheart .. great vibes…curbside service also…“

“Dos Hermanos Tacos catered our wedding and we could not have been happier with them. The communication before hand was on point and they left nothing up to chance. Set up on wedding day was perfect and the food was delicious.“

“I stopped into this spot after Joel, the owner, had posted it out on another platform. The street tacos were deliciously messy. There was such a great portion of meat on each taco I was only able to eat 3 of 4. The ability to customize my taco was wonderful! Ask for extra napkins + limes. I will be returning often here for sure. Plus, they cater! And there are even delivery options. Great local, neighborhood spot! 5 out of 5!“

“I had an amazing experience at La Catratchita Taqueria! 🌮🔥 Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The quesabirria with consommé was absolutely delicious—rich, juicy, and packed with authentic taste. The asada nachos were loaded and satisfying, and the buffalo wings were cooked perfectly with great flavor. Even the homemade fruit drinks were refreshing and on point! 🍹 On top of that, the service was friendly and fast, making the whole experience even better. You can tell they take pride in their food and customer experience. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to—and I highly recommend it to anyone craving great Mexican food! 💯“

“I’ve been here three times so far and each experience has been a delight. BYOB too! I’ll be back!“

“Dos Hermanos Tacos catered our wedding and we could not have been happier with them. The communication before hand was on point and they left nothing up to chance. Set up on wedding day was perfect and the food was delicious.“

“Excellent food and service in two locations in Philly. Great value.“

“The food is great . They by far make the best tacos in the area. I especially love the chorizo and beef tongue tacos. My only gripe is that the lady who takes your order will over charge you. So make sure your getting the food your paying for. At first I thought I was tripping when I noticed that she charged me more for the same amount and kind of tacos i normally order than what the other guys charged me. I said something about it today and she said she had added one more taco to my order because she misheard me. (they dont give you the extra taco they charged you for). I would have been understanding had this been the first time but it was not. They did refund me for the extra taco when i said something about it. I have also heard other customers make the same complaint as me while waiting for my order. As a guy who spends most of his day working I am often too tired to double check my order and I have missed it a few times in the past . Its not right. I just want an easy meal at the end of my day without being ripped off. The tacos are great though i highly recommend the food“

“Best bar in Philly. Kyle and the entire staff have been nothing but good to us over the years. Drink specials are great. New taco menu is fantastic. Live music and DJ nights rule!“

“I love this place. Fast friendly service, delicious food“

“Can't believe how good the food was, keep up the good work guys!“

“The food is amazing and they serve you in big portions. The water is fresh, sweet and savory. My personal favorite is the creamy horchata and the birria is delicious. Recommend coming here with an empty stomach because the food for sure fills you up.🙌🏻🙌🏻“

“los tacos y la quesabirri“

“yummy ! amazing birria tacos“

“I finally made it in! This spot did not disappoint. High quality taste, ample serving size (i can eat it in 3 servings) and a great cooking team, for the cost. I ordered the seafood salad and a scampi shrimp bowl. There is a wait as the food is cooked while you are there. Great job guys!“

“Best tacos and service I’ve ever had!“

“All there food is delicious and they are very clean. Been going there for years now and many to come. Yes there a bodega aka corner store but a awesome one. Oh there video game machines are great, u actually win and they pay out w no problems.“

“A fun event. Good food on sale. Good drink variety on sale. The garden was lovely and tucked under a rail line. Parking wasn't terrible (for Manayunk). The event was well run: lots of give aways, activities and all in a cute location.“

“I Was here on Monday and I had ordered 3 different types of tacos which were chicken , al pastor and pork. The al pastor was my favorite one and the suaces were really good especially the red one also they were 3 for only $12 dollars! I’ve gotten tacos for $21“

“Tacodelphia never misses! Every time I come in I’m met with the best energy- it genuinely feels like a neighborhood spot that actually cares about the people walking through the door. The service is quick without ever feeling rushed, and the food? One of my absolute favorite spots in all of Philly, no contest.

Huge shoutout to Fatima & Jose for always bringing their friendly energy and making every visit feel like a warm welcome.

I highly recommend to everyone from anywhere!“

“Sean And the crew are always on point“

“Great lunch spot after Franklin Institute“

“Simply outstanding steak burrito. Ate half and realized I had to take a photo and leave a review. Probably the 10th steak burrito I’ve had from these guys. It’s always a 10/10. Today’s exceptionally good. I got one for my wife too and almost ate half of hers , but I thought better of it. I hope the truck on Oregon Ave never leaves.“

“My family loved the food. We ordered four pupusas with beans and cheese, four more of those with cheese and loroco, guacamole, and maduros. The generous portions made it enough for two adults and two little kids, and we had leftovers too! My only complaint is that they only have their stuffed plantains available in the morning.“

“After going vegan, I really missed Jackass Burritos with the queso and sour cream and shredded cheese and Spanish rice deliciousness that hits the spot when you’re THAT hungry. This place does all that totally vegan. I am in heaven that it exists not too far from me.“

“I will never throw out this delivery menu. I have ordered from here about ten + times - and we are always amazed how great everything is.“

“I recommend that smoking should be put under control.“

“I had a fantastic time at Barcade, and it was one of the most fun places I visited in Philadelphia. The combination of classic arcade games and a relaxed bar atmosphere made for a great night out. I spent a couple of hours playing vintage games like Pac-Man and pinball while enjoying a burger and fries. The food was surprisingly good, and the arcade games brought back a lot of great memories.

The staff was friendly, helpful, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the evening. The only small downside was that a few of the most popular games were occupied most of the time, so I had to wait a bit for my turn. Luckily, there were plenty of other games to enjoy in the meantime.

My tip for first-time visitors is to bring a few friends and try as many different arcade games as possible. If you want to avoid the biggest crowds, visiting on a weekday or earlier in the evening is a smart choice.

Overall, I had an excellent experience. Thank you to the entire team at Barcade for the great food, fun atmosphere, and friendly service. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Philadelphia.“

“Deeeeelicious! I had fried whiting on potato bread and mac & cheese. It was alot of food. I couldn't even eat my Mac & cheese until the next morning! Then I went back and got more for lunch. I was in town visiting from Pittsburgh and glad I went off the beaten path. Oh yea. Awesome lemonade too!“

“They have the best pizza!!!“

“Good location and friendly staff. Amazing pizza and great food they have very good service.“

“I always have to go here because I do delivery and their doors are always closed and sometimes kind of dirtyish, so this place is a hit or miss. But the last two times that I went the order was accurate and the people were friendly. The parking lot is awful but it's probably not there fault. Thank“

“This Taco Bell is located on Broad and Wycoming. It is opened 24 hours although the lobby is only opened between 10Aam to 6PM.

It has very limited seating with only two tables available for dining in. The service is nice and employees seem focused on their customers.

Good was great and had good portions and appearance. The only downside is the limited hours of their lobby and the availability of seats.“