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    El Gordito

    3.9 (37 reviews)
    InexpensiveFood Trucks, Mexican
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Nick G.

    This food truck was a great surprise! We've seen it around the North Hollywood Ralph's plaza on Magnolia and Vineland on Fridays but had tried a couple others in the little food truck pack that's been gathering there. GF wanted Gorditos so we gave it a shot. She ordered a vegetarian gordito and I got carne asada fries and buffalo wings. It took a little while to get the food as it was pretty early in the evening and and they were still getting going. It was about $40 for three boxes of food. We paid with a cash transfer app ( they have several to choose from). To be honest I expected to be underwhelmed as it just looks like a typical food truck. My GF was disappointed to find meat on her gordito but fortunately she's a flexitarian and was able to remove most of the meat. She enjoyed the gordito very much. I opened my wings first and was bit overwhelmed to find it also came with fries lol. I tried a couple of the fries and they were fantastic. Seasoned well and tasty. The buffalo wings were bone in, flavorful, with a (I'm pretty sure) a classic Frank's based sauce. Really tasty meat. Then I tried the carne asada fries and they blew me away. I had never tried asada fries before but these were a great introduction. The flavor combinations were great. This is the kind of food I can see myself craving in the future. The portions were large and the fries were so good I had to tell myself to slow my roll and save some for lunch the next day. (They were pretty darn tasty reheated too!) Despite the meat mix up of the gordito we had a very positive experience with the food from this truck. I would definitely return to get the asada fries again or maybe try something else.

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    Someone said they give you big portions here for a decent price. These small tacos, with very little meat were 2.50 each. I like crunchy tripas, but these ones where just like chips, highly overfried. Should of went to in n out.

    This is my husband's and my go to place on Friday nights. I really like the tacos and the hubby the burritos and tortas. Lady working there is very friendly. Only reason I don't give them 5 stars is because last Friday we got screwed out of 4 tacos. We got charged for them but, they didn't give them to us. So we'll give them another shot tonight and see if they make good on our order. Ok so we went back. They made good on it! Soo good!

    Paco C.

    Another taco truck in the hood. I ended up here by accident. I was going to my spot and drove past it. Rather than swing a u-ee, I pulled over at the next truck. The neighborhood is sketchy as hell and in front of a church. I was on edge waiting for shots to be fired or someone getting stabbed. I think I may have completed my assimilation cause no one else seemed worried but me. There were families with their kids hanging out waiting for their food and they looked at ease as vatos locos strolled by talking about jumping some dude earlier. I got ready to throw down but they did want none. They knew better! The tacos were good though. Lengua was right on. Al Pastor was good, not great, but not bad.

    Veronica C.

    I first tried food from this truck about 3 months ago. Ever since then I've been coming back when I find myself wanting tacos. So far I've tried the burrito, tacos and mulitas - all has been good. With every order they throw in grilled onions, nopal asado, jalapeño and a tostada with beans. So far I've only had their asada and al pastor. They do however have a big variety of meats. I really like their green salsa, it has a very homey taste. They also have a variety of condiments to choose from, which are all freshly cut. And last, but not least I like that the lady taking the orders is very friendly.good customer service is always a plus.

    Almost gone . But the Alembre is freaking good ! Different kinds of meat on it with cheese and peppers.

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    1 year ago

    Excellent Service and incredible food! Highly recommend this food truck. I got the Asada tacos with avocados. Delicious.

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    Hidden gem in the valley for late night treat. Service and food was awesome. I've only taken one bite and I'm already happy.

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    I love this place. Order anything and it'll be good. Also run by very kind people, support them!

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    Total rip-off. Paid $14 for some weak nachos with very little meat. Never coming again.

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    9 years ago

    My favorite taco spot! Tacos are on point and their tortas are the best that I've tasted from a taco truck

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    9 years ago

    This used to be my to go spot. The quesadilla are good it just sucks that Alot of taco spots opend around it

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    8 years ago

    Best tacos in the valley!! Salsas are excellent. Customer service is very good!! The best Al Pastor tacos!!!! Always consistently delicious

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    8 years ago

    This is my favorite place it looks better in real life then the pictures. They are so nice I would definitely recommend it to people.

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    Anejo Cantina and Grill - This is their idea of queso...a bowl of unmelted cheese.  My 6 year old niece could make this and it would taste better.

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