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Back of a gas station on fruitridge. The birria goat burrito was delicious as were the tacos. The consume was packed with meat. Food was made to order and was piping hot. Definitely a repeater
Located way out there on Fruitridge in a gas station. I forgot to look at the name of the gas station. I just used my gps to get us there. There are a few parking spots on the side. We got the last spot. We were welcomed upon entry. Very tasty tacos and horchata was good. We got the birra cheese tacos. They didn't have as much cheese as I expected. I thought they'd have a cheese skirt. They had some melt cheese. The tacos were crispy and flavorful. They came with a red and green salsa. I tried the red, tomato based salsa and it was good. Due to the drive I doubt I'll be back, but if I lived local this would be our taqueria, according to my husband. I'm glad we ventured out and tried it as it's gotten so many good reviews. I first hear about it in my newsfeed.
Food was good. Cabeza taco was very fatty. Lengua was super tender and chopped up (prefer our lengua chunkier with some texture). Chicharron taco was meaty and chopped up (also prefer chunkier with the gelatinous texture). Quesa birria (beef) tacos were nicely packed with meat, gooey cheese, and crunchy. Yum. Their red and green salsas were yummy too, not too spicy. Their chili oil has a little more heat. Radishes and cilantro looked a little sad and discoloring. Lady on the register was super nice. Guy in the back cooking. They were playing music which the lady was singing along with. Food is made to order and there's one guy, y'all. Try to order before coming in or expect some wait. We got there right at 10 when they open. Would definitely recommend.
HIDDEN GEM This little birria place is hidden inside and random gas station but once you walk in you can smell you're in the right spot. We got 2 beef birria burritos for under 20$ and they were HUGE! It's the most worth it burrito I've ever gotten. We gone back multiple times just for that. It fills you up for most the day, is crazy flavorful especially with the salsas and doesn't break the wallet what more could u want? They ladies are very kind and quick with orders. Definitely support this local business !
Always wanted to stop here for the birria tacos. Finally did and.... good but not worth the price. Not a whole lot of beef. Nice and crispy tho. But $4.50 plus $4.50 for consommé? No. Bad value. I won't be returning.
Without a doubt, this is THEE best birria tacos in the city. Can't tell me otherwise. Super meaty and filling and the consume is outrageously good. One of the best hole in the wall spots, family owned. It's located in a gas station but the food is amazing every time. Met the owner today and told him this place is phenomenal. One of my go to spots in the city and only spot for birria tacos.
Great local spot! The owner and staff were very friendly and welcoming, which really makes a difference. You can tell they care about their customers and the quality of what they serve. Convenient location, good food, and great service. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend this place to anyone in the area!
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Fav spot for quesa birria tacos. The staff is super friendly. It should be famous but it's inside a gas station which may make it hidden.. but it's in the back and has tables to sit down at. The shells are super crispy with is my fav part and there are two different types of consome (beef and goat). I prefer the beef one as the goat is smoky. Salsas are delicious! Love the salsa Roja. I like to get 3 Quesa birria tacos and a small consome. The tacos are decent. Quesadilla was very oily so def reccomend the Quesa birria tacos over anything! read more
This spot is a true hole-in-the-wall gem. The beef birria quesa tacos are unreal--perfectly crispy on the outside, packed with juicy, flavorful birria on the inside, and dipped in that rich consommé just hits every time. You can tell everything's made with care. The mulita is just as good, loaded and satisfying, with that same crave-worthy crispness. What really makes the place special though are the owners--super friendly, welcoming, and they genuinely make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. It's one of those spots you're almost tempted to gatekeep, but it's too good not to share. We're 100% coming back. read more
4 months ago
Back of a gas station on fruitridge. The birria goat burrito was delicious as were the tacos. The consume was packed with meat. Food was made to order and was piping hot. Definitely a repeater read more
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Located way out there on Fruitridge in a gas station. I forgot to look at the name of the gas station. I just used my gps to get us there. There are a few parking spots on the side. We got the last spot. We were welcomed upon entry. Very tasty tacos and horchata was good. We got the birra cheese tacos. They didn't have as much cheese as I expected. I thought they'd have a cheese skirt. They had some melt cheese. The tacos were crispy and flavorful. They came with a red and green salsa. I tried the red, tomato based salsa and it was good. Due to the drive I doubt I'll be back, but if I lived local this would be our taqueria, according to my husband. I'm glad we ventured out and tried it as it's gotten so many good reviews. I first hear about it in my newsfeed. read more
4 months ago
Food was good. Cabeza taco was very fatty. Lengua was super tender and chopped up (prefer our lengua chunkier with some texture). Chicharron taco was meaty and chopped up (also prefer chunkier with the gelatinous texture). Quesa birria (beef) tacos were nicely packed with meat, gooey cheese, and crunchy. Yum. Their red and green salsas were yummy too, not too spicy. Their chili oil has a little more heat. Radishes and cilantro looked a little sad and discoloring. Lady on the register was super nice. Guy in the back cooking. They were playing music which the lady was singing along with. Food is made to order and there's one guy, y'all. Try to order before coming in or expect some wait. We got there right at 10 when they open. Would definitely recommend. read more
HIDDEN GEM This little birria place is hidden inside and random gas station but once you walk in you can smell you're in the right spot. We got 2 beef birria burritos for under 20$ and they were HUGE! It's the most worth it burrito I've ever gotten. We gone back multiple times just for that. It fills you up for most the day, is crazy flavorful especially with the salsas and doesn't break the wallet what more could u want? They ladies are very kind and quick with orders. Definitely support this local business ! read more
10 months ago
Without a doubt, this is THEE best birria tacos in the city. Can't tell me otherwise. Super meaty and filling and the consume is outrageously good. One of the best hole in the wall spots, family owned. It's located in a gas station but the food is amazing every time. Met the owner today and told him this place is phenomenal. One of my go to spots in the city and only spot for birria tacos. read more
10 months ago
Great local spot! The owner and staff were very friendly and welcoming, which really makes a difference. You can tell they care about their customers and the quality of what they serve. Convenient location, good food, and great service. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend this place to anyone in the area! read more
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Located inside the gas station but they have amazing birria! Love coming here whenever I can! read more
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Honestly, this is likely the best taco I've ever had. The owner and staff was very friendly. Definitely coming back. read more
4 years ago
WHY WE WENT HERE: - lunch with the SO THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located at the Choice Gas Station off Fruitridge Rd and 79th St - limited gas station parking THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - gas station mini mart is about 3/4 of the space - El Cora Birria is on the left hand side of the mini mart and it about 1/4 of the space (with some cramped seating for patrons) THE MENU: - taco dorado - consome - taco suave - quesadilla - quesa taco - burrito - mulita - plates WHAT WE ORDERED: - tacos dorados (with res/beef + chivo/goat) - consome (with res/beef) THE TASTE: - I personally loved the chivo/goat taco dorado over the res/beef taco dorado - the consome was hearty and had a good amount of res/beef in it; was a bit watery though CUSTOMER SERVICE: - welcoming read more
1 year ago
A very popular stop. There was a line and a little wait so it's definitely not a fast food option. We tried a Taco Dorado Chivo with and without cheese. My husband favorite was with cheese and mine was without. The tacos had good flavor and generous portions of meat. The eating area was very clean. The restaurant is actually inside a gas station in a little rough neighborhood. We ate outside and there was a strong stench of MJ in the air. Very popular restaurant. I appreciate the generous ports of meat in each taco. They are definitely a local favorite. read more
3 years ago
Naturally brewed Jamaica, fresh tasting green and red salsa, juicy limes, and additional spicy oil provided for an added kick with your tacos. What more could you ask for! A true hole in the wall restaurant with 5 star quality ingredients. Service was great, cooks friendly and helpful. They have banda and corridos keeping you encased in this family function feel. It was delicious. I'll be back for more. My only strife; is there open bottle policy. If you'd like to take a drink and tacos to-go it's there. Personally I like a beer with my tacos. Total $17 and some change Cheers read more
5 years ago
Wow never would I have thought the best Birria Tacos would be found in a random gas station. Hands down the best Birria tacos I've ever had. I was brought to this place with suspicion as I pulled up into their semi run down parking lot. Once I went inside, it looks like your typical gas station grocery store but in the back there was a huge crowd of people in line for tacos! I ordered: 1. 3 Beef Birria Taco: INCREDIBLE! Perfect amount of cheese and they give generous amount of sauce to dip the taco into. The sauce itself has bits of beat in it which is like a bonus. The flavor of the meat is amazing. So flavorful and juicy. Highly recommend. It's also really reasonably priced at ~$3.40. 2. 1 Lamb Birria Taco: I also thought this was amazing. I think the beef was slightly better because it was a juicy but the lamb was also a very close second. I probably would get one of each again if I came back. Not too gamey tasting but has a hint which I like. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Overall, don't judge a book by it's cover. Although, the best food does come from hole in the wall locations. This is a classic example of that. Hands down best I've ever had and definitely should try if you're in down. *Just reading some other reviews, I do agree that the employees do not follow the mask guidelines. Only the cashier is wearing a mask while none of the cooks or other employees preparing the food wore a mask. It didn't bother me too much since the food is completely cooked but if it does bother you, just be warned and prepared as it doesn't seem like they're going to change their habits despite complaints. read more
A former coworker told me about this place. As I was pondering where to go for my first meal of the day, and since it was after noon, I decided to check this place out for the first time. I prefer crispy tacos because that's how I had them growing up I'm SoCal in the 50s and 60s. So I was stoked when I saw the photos of the tacos. They looked big and crispy. As others have reported, this a gas station restaurant at the opposite end of the gas station/convenience store operation and checkout counter. It has a real mom and pop vibe. There are about 3-4 tables available for eating inside. Since it was 112 outside, I opted for staying inside. Even though there was no central air, it was definitely cooler than outside. The cooks appeared to be family members. The lady who waited on me was friendly and helpful. I ordered 2 goat, crispy, birria style tacos with cheese; a small order of beans; a small goat consomé and a hibiscus drink. This cost $20.03. I looked for a seat and all tables had someone at them. Their were 2 tables in front of the counter that had been pushed together. I asked if I might sit at the table and he agreed. While waiting, we shared pleasant conversation. He said that he was a regular there and that the food was really good. They were very busy with take out orders and after 20 minutes, my food was ready. It came in 3 sets of packaging, which I considered a bit much because I was dining in. Three separate plastic bags: 1 for the beans, napkin and spoon; a second for the consomé; a 3rd for the styrofoam box holding the tacos. Owners, maybe you could cut costs for those eating in. IJS. The food itself was delicious. The tacos were crispy, as I like them, and I really enjoyed them. I thought they had forgotten the cheese because I didn't see any. However, once I took a bite, I found out where it was! It was slathered between the two crispy tortillas - kinda like a grilled cheese sandwich tacos. My friend told me to get the consomé so that I could dip the taco in it. This is what I did and it was a good touch. I probably won't order the consomé again because I think while it added a bit of extra flavor it was not enough to offset the $5 cost. The tacos alone were very good. A couple of salsas accompanied the tacos - 1 green and 1 red. I guess I'm a wimp because both were too spicy for me. But again, the tacos stood alone on flavor, without any additions but the sliced radishes that accompanied them. As I was eating, the young man so had been talking to was about to leave and asked if he could buy my meal. I thanked him and politely refused but he said that talking to me reminded him of his grandmother who died 7 years earlier and that if I had been his grandmother, he would have bought her lunch. After that, how could I refuse. I shall pay it forward! This was the last thing I expected when I walked into this place. I highly recommend you try this place f you're on the mood for tacos that are just a cut above the regular tacos. read more
6 years ago
I finally had my first birria taco experience and now I understand the hype! The meat was super tender and the consomé was flavorful! It is really messy to eat though, which was expected. I liked the crispy taco more than the soft. I was not a fan of anything else beside the food itself. It's located in a gas station with limited parking. The music was BLASTING so I had to YELL to order. After ordering, it took 45 minutes to get 3 tacos. They had a lot of big phone orders, but I feel like they could've expedited the customers that were actually there and waiting. The workers didn't seem to have any sense of urgency. Overall, the food was tasty but I would try the other birria options in Sac before returning. read more
Queso birria tacos seem to be all the rage lately and this place did not disappoint. The birria was nicely shredded so you were able to get a clean bite and just the right amount of cheese. The tortilla was crisp to perfection so it didn't instantly fall apart when you dip it in the consume. And the consume, it was loaded with onion, cilantro and bits of meat. You could also really taste the spices in the consume as well, I was picking up some cinnamon. These aren't your normal street tacos so don't expect to pay $1.50 each but more close to $4-5 each. They close pretty early too which is bummer, so make sure to get your craving in early! read more
2 years ago
I've waited far to long to leave a review for El Cora Birria. Why? Only because the power of my words can not match the flavors of this birrieria. Everything is perfect about El Cora; the vibe, the location, the patrons, the singing chefs and of course the tacos and consommé! I want to write more but these tacos can speak for themselves! read more
Located inside the gas station store, this spot is serving up some legit birria tacos! My girlfriend and I were craving some birria tacos and we decided to give this spot a try. We thought we were at the wrong spot when the map took us to a gas station but when we walked in, lone behold there is a food stall in the back of the store. We decided to get a few different tacos and other things: - beef quesa taco: lots of really rich and meaty shredded meat stuffed in a taco. Cheese was not strong so it complimented well. - goat quesa taco: same as the beef one and I couldn't really tell the difference. Wasnt gamey. - beef taco dorado: wasn't as crispy as I thought it would be, but it was stuffed with a lot of meat - beef consume: broth is really rich and comes with a good amount of meat (which is used in the tacos). Used this to dip the tacos in and was in flavortown - horchata: cinnamony and Just the right amount of sweetness. Goes well when the tacos get too savory Overall, don't miss this spot when you are in the area! You are only going to need 2 or 3 tacos to get full because they are so filling. If you are looking for some birria tacos in the most randomest place, this is the place to go! read more
When I think of 2020, I think of pandemic and quesabirria tacos. Not sure how it happened, but birria was shoved to the forefront of food trends this year. El Cora is located inside a gas station. Enough said. You know when a taqueria is located inside a market or gas station, it's some good eats. For safety, they have plastic barriers put up. You order, pay and wait the agonizing, what seems like forever wait. The wait is long but totally worth it, as you watch the ladies cook up all that deliciousness. I've tried birria tacos in SoCal and they were nowhere compared to these. Most birria are a greasy, soppy, soft mess. The quesabirria here is cooked low and slow, so they came out crispy and stayed crispy. If they can survive repeated dips into the consomé de chivo, I think I can survive this pandemic. That consomé! It has so much flavor and hunks of meat, you'd think you got a side of soup. They also gave us a couple of different salsas in the bag that were perfecto - each unique in flavor and spice level; the red salsa was spicy enough to make your nose run, but not worry about your butthole burning later. The tomatillo salsa was mild, chunky, and a little salty. Because of the space restrictions, this is more of an order and go type of establishment. There are about two tables outside the gas station to eat at, but honestly, who wants to smell all that gas and car exhaust while eating. Take it to the brewery down the street. I have yet to try the other places in Sac for birria tacos, but when you find something this good, how can I venture out? My stomach is calling for more El Cora. read more
2 years ago
The food here is great. We ordered 5 birria tacos (2 goats and 3 beefs) and each bite had so much flavor and meat. They also provided multiple cups of sauce and plenty of garnishes. Knocking down two stars for their COVID protocol. They do not enforce masks and the workers aren't really wearing it correctly the whole time either. Anyone can come in without a mask and they will still serve them, so keep that in mind if you think that is important. The customers try to social distance themselves mostly so that is good, but the responsibility of safe COVID practices should go both ways - customers and the business. Wait time: We placed our order in store on a Sunday at 1:00pm and got our food an hour later at 2:00pm. It was a very busy lunch and with the short amount of staff they have, you do need to be patient with the wait. Parking: Like other reviews had mentioned, there is no designated parking lot since the restaurant is located in the gas station. People would either park at the pumps or on the side (residential area or the tire air pump section). Overall, the food is great and can be worth the wait. I would come again post-COVID times. read more
I've heard a lot of great things about this gas station taco place, but haven't been able to try it out until today. Taste-wise, it definitely lives up to the hype... but make sure you order ahead via phone or you'll be stuck with a 20-30 min wait. I ordered one of each Queso Taco to try. The cheese really adds depth and was worth the extra charge. Between the Beef and Goat options, they both taste very similar. The only distinction is that goat meat tastes a lot softer and is nicer to eat. Flavor-wise, it's hard to tell a difference. Traditionally Birria tacos come with Consome (soup) to dip your tacos in. Is this worth the extra $5 splurge for a small bowl? .... I would say no. There is little to no meat, and it doesn't change the flavor profile enough for it to be worth it for me. When I think of tacos... I think of a quick meal. That said, I was really thrown off by the long wait time at this taco spot. I think maybe she forgot my order? Regardless, if you don't mind the wait, then I would say go for it! read more
6 years ago
Located at a Gas Station inside of the Connivance Store you will find El Cora Birria set up in the back. No Flashing signs out front you just gotta KNOW this is your stop for great Birria Res Beef /Chivo Goat Tacos , Burritos , Quesadillas and Consome to dip. Currently due to COVID19 they still do operate check in daily hours and closed on Mondays . They have couple of tables out front each seats 4 with social distancing between tables. Get there Early cause they will have a line. On a sunday I was there at 10am opening and waited 40mins for my order. Staff very friendly and after you place your order take your ticket outside and wait until they bring it out. Our order was warm and very tasty. I do recommend this spot to try out. read more
I have five words for you that will change your life... This is worth the drive. El Cora Birria, not only is a hidden treasure, but it is a treasure found in a less then obvious place... Most people would never consider purchasing food from a gas station. Do not let the fact that this amazing place is found inside a gas station convenience store. Definitely file this under great gas station food finds. Their menu is fairly simple, and yet, some of the best tacos you will find anywhere. A special thanks to my friend, and fellow Yelper Michelle M!! This place is definitely a gold mine. We are constantly in search of the best tacos, and it's a good thing this place is not around the corner from where I live, because we definitely would be there all the time. We ordered four crispy tacos with cheese. One taco was goat meat, and the others were beef. We also ordered a side of consommé for the beef tacos. The consommé is delicious, but definitely not needed. I'm personally not a fan of anything goat, but this taco... it is a total game changer. Absolutely delicious! The beef tacos are heaven. The tacos have double shells because they are so full of juicy delicious meat and cheese that one shell absolutely cannot hold it all. The meat is incredibly flavorful, and each bite will leave you wanting more. Seriously, these are a must try. I truly have not found anything like this in and around the Sacramento region. My pictures do not do justice to these amazing tacos. The crispy tacos with cheese for beef are $3.00 each, and the goat is $3.50 each. So on top of them being mind blowing delicious, these are truly cheap good eats. Their hours currently vary, so definitely give them a call if you plan on heading over. The gas station is super small and people seem to just park wherever they want. They will take pre-orders over the phone, but their preference is for you to come in, and order directly at the counter. This is worth the drive. read more
4 years ago
We tried this spot bc it was #1 when you look up birria in sac and it did not disappoint! The broth was so flavorful and had so much yumminess in it. We've gone some places before that barely had anything in the consome. Expect there to be a good amount of waiting time if you go. The parking lot is usually full cars but no one's getting gas, lol! My only suggestion is to keep it consistent. The second time we went, it wasn't as good/flavorful. But third time was a charm again. We don't live in CA anymore and we still think about this place. Bonus: The burritos are pretty big. And unless you split it with some else, you're gonna have a food baby. read more
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7900 Fruitridge Rd
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Does El Cora allow call ahead orders?
Yes they do. I work far so I call in my orders.
Are you guys still doing delivery with uber eats?
Yes we do Uber and DoorDash both however at this point we are unable to provide them to our customer we are super busy!
Can we do orders over the phone and then pick it up?
Technically yes...but if they are super busy they tend to not answer the phone...
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