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    El Naranjo

    4.2 (65 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Food Trucks
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Burrito, torta, carne asada
    Rachel K.

    The food was decent for its price. Each item of food is around $10. For the price, the quantity was pretty good. I would highly recommend the carne asada plate. I would argue it was a lot better than the torta and burrito. Overall the service and food is what you would expect from a food truck. It is a nice place for a cheap meal.

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    Jonny M.

    Before heading out, we wanted one last fix of Mexican. We randomly spotted El Naranjo, a food truck, that is located right beside a Shell gas station. It's also close to popular Green Lake. We dropped in on a Saturday afternoon (around 3:00pm). It was busier than we expected. Two picnic tables outside to sit at with a nice attached awning to provide some shade. The menu is short and sweet with just over a dozen options. They also had a couple specials. - Sauces - there were two bottles on the table. Green sauce and a red sauce; both were simple and unmemorable. - 4x Tacos - we went with the asada ($1.75 US), pollo ($1.75 US), lengua ($2.00 US) and tripa ($2.00 US). The best taco was the lengua which was the most tender. The asada was unfortunately dry. The pollo was okay; interesting that it was chopped in small cubes. The tripa wasn't crunchy enough and completely over salted. - Enchiladas (#11) ($8.27 US) - we opted for adobada. The plate also comes with rice, beans, shredded lettuce and a dollop of sour cream. The enchilada texture itself was oddly dry. The sauce was completely bland and flavourless. Rice and beans were standard fare. Sadly, EN didn't hit the spot. It had all the makings to be a gem but under delivered. 2.5 stars.

    Super burrito
    Dean H.

    Taco truck next to a gas station. I got a carne asada super burrito and some tacos. Convenient location, although had to deal with some guy screaming because the gas station next to the truck wouldn't let him use their microwave. It's a risk you take with being on Aurora. Super burrito is hefty but almost all beans and rice, would not recommend. The tacos are pretty good, regular street tacos priced at $2 per taco. The red salsa is real hot and real good. Adobada taco was the best but can't complain about the chicken or carnitas. Check this place out if you want some tacos. It's alright!

    Tacos
    Regina X.

    Meats and tortillas were a little dry, but El Naranjo's a solid taco spot for $2 to $2.65 tacos. They have tripe & lengua, two of my favorites. Enjoyed the tripe tacos most - got a nice crisp almost like chicharrones, gritty and flavorful!

    Carne Asada Burrito
    Tomas D.

    AMAZING! Friendly service and huge portions for a low price. Each dish was served with a salsa too. I got a carne asada burrito, it was delicious. Friends got a torta and tacos. All were fantastic. Would completely recommend.

    Clockwise from top right: lengua, carnitas, and adobada tacos

    This was everything I wanted in taco truck tacos - super flavorful fillings, tender tortillas with just a hint of griddled goodness, and fresh ingredients. Nothing fancy, just good tacos, made well. They also came with pickled carrots and jalapeños, which was a nice touch. Service was friendly and quick, and it's just across the street from Greenlake Park if you want to eat your tacos with a lakefront view. Can't wait to come back!

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    Melody P.

    I just did my first open water swim in 2014 yesterday in Greenlake! After a scary, short swim by the shore, a group of us headed over to El Naranjo from the bathhouse theater parking lot. Well, since I didn't work out as hard as the rest of my peers, I decided just to get two chicken tacos. I am telling you, taco trucks are the best! I wasn't not that hungry. My two tacos really fed me well. Just slight bigger than my palm, very well-marinated chicken, and nicely-toasted tortilla. I loved it! I wish I could have eaten more! But, again, I didn't deserve it this time! I will have to overcome the fear of open water and come back for a HUGE meal!

    Tacos al pastor
    Jennifer D.

    $0.99 tacos? Uno mas!! Stopped by for a snack and tried their tacos al pastor. Pretty good, not the best I've had but I love that it's in my neighborhood. Tasty homemade sauces as well. I'll be back to try their tortas! Located in the Shell gas station parking lot. Cash only.

    Any day I get to eat three different animals in one meal, is a damn good day.

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    This place is GREAT!! You always know that when it's all Mexican people at the truck it's good!

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    Great food at a reasonable price. It's kind of a hidden gem but I love taking friends and family here.

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    14 years ago

    Solid menu. a few of us who work nearby go here regularly. Tacos are consistently good as are the shrimp specials.

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    11 years ago

    Mediocre food at a good price. However better food for a little bit more can be had in the neighborhood.

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    13 years ago

    Another disappointment, yelp! Dry tasteless meat on a stale tortilla. No thanks! Sure it's cheap, but....

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    11 years ago

    Best tacos around. After dozens of attempts to find a place that even begins to compare, I always wind up back here.

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    11 years ago

    Casual, delicious, cheap, and great service. One of my favorite places!

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    Really cool inside, with a faux lantern tree that makes it a special place to eat. But quite noisy at peak hours.
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