We don’t have to say much to convince you that tacos are LA’s signature dish and are, quite simply, the greatest food ever. They’re zesty, can be eaten anywhere, and are filled with an endless possibility of flavors. But with an abundance of taco spots in LA, how are you supposed to choose? That’s where UberEATS comes in!

We’ve rounded up the best tacos in LA, from the hole-in-the-walls to up-scale eateries, and the cantinas and taquerias in between! Gear up, it’s #tacotime.

Tacos El Compita

It’ll be love at first taco at Tacos El Compita. Offering three delicious varieties, these little tacos pack a flavor punch, and priced at just over a buck there’s no reason not to indulge in the whole menu. Fill your stomach by ordering yours with “everything on it”, and you’ll get it decorated with both roja and avocado salsas, onion, and your choice of meat.

 

Gracias Madre

If you’re a vegan, fear not, for Gracias Madre is sure to get your Mexican beans jumping. Using locally grown, organic ingredients, this WeHo institution is the ultimate hot spot to enjoy wholesome and feel-good fuel – which means you can have twice the amount of tacos, right? Order and you’ll receive a generous serving of three barbecue jackfruit carnitas, topped with cashew crema, pickled cabbage, crispy onion and black beans.

 

Tacos Super Gallito

If you’re going to taco, you may as well taco the traditional way. That means heading straight to Tacos Super Gallito and devouring a lengua taco, topped with a fresh squeeze of lime, pinto beans and rice. Or you could always stick with the basics and order the shredded pork taco.

 

Benny’s Tacos

Skip the bells and whistles at local favorite Benny’s Tacos. All tacos are topped with cilantro, onions, salsa, jack and cheddar cheese. Do yourself a favor and order the taco plate, and you’ll soon be enjoying fresh shrimp and langostino lobster rested in a soft tortilla shell, all with a side of rice, beans and guacamole.

 

Mondo Taco

Known for their inventive and adventurous menu, Mondo Taco takes its homemade tortillas and combines them with wonderful flavors from all over the world. Will it be the Indian influenced Taj Mahal taco? Or the Japanese inspired Tokyo Shrimp? Traditional? No, but a giant yes to flavor.


After reading our recommendations, we’re sure that you’re probably hungry. Order these local favorites and more on the UberEATS app. Don’t forget to post your taco fiesta online and tag @UberEATS.