So good! The quesatacos are bomb. We always get the chorizo and al pastor, and they never disappoint. My kids got the chicken tacos and the chicken was marinated really well. I really like the way they wrap the tacos to go. The put carrots that are fresh and crispy, jalapeños, and the salsa on the side. The staff was cool and friendly, and the wait was about 10-15 minutes even though they're pretty busy . The dragon fruit lemonade was sooo good! Parking is a little different, but you can park in the U-Haul lot since it's not too busy. We were able to park and eat right there. read more

I bought a burrito today from this establishment and I had to wait damn near 30 minutes for one burrito and a drink... To make it worse, I was passed up in orders. When I informed them about the issue, instead of apologizing about the inconvenience, the worker laughs about the experience and says, "seriously? 30 minutes you had to wait?" And on top of that, the food was tremendously distasteful and the drink was too sweet! I will never come back to this establishment again and I will make sure inform others on how UNRELIABLE this truck is! read more

I've only had the shrimp crispy tacos and they are amazing . I'm stuck on ordering that! I'm sure I'm missing out on other wonderful menu items. The drinks are inventive and good. A little too sweet for me but I tend to like watered down fruit drinks. read more

In the hood , every time I come more barriers along the street limiting parking but the food and lemonade don't miss!!!! If u can think outside the neighborhood your tastebuds will thank you - Happy Yelping! read more

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This used to be my go to spot for surf and turf, birria tacos. After this last visit, I doubt that I will be going back. The portions were perfect. My tacos were packed with meat so I was excited about that. But I noticed something different about the meat. It seemed like a cheaper cut of beef that has a nasty aftertaste. Presentation was nice, but again the flavor was lacking. I hate this for them because they used to have the best birria tacos in the East Bay. read more

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This place has the best tacos in the bay hands down it's a little pricey but totally worth it.

the food is amazing and fresh. Best I've ever had. I highly recommend them. You won't be disappointed.

Order: 3 Surf & Turf Tacos Rating: 6/10 I pulled up to El Salzon after seeing them on IG yesterday, those tacos looked like they were gonna change my life. I ordered the Surf & Turf tacos, and they definitely came loaded: carne asada, shrimp, melty cheese, cilantro, and onions. On the side? Jalapeños, lime, and pickled carrots. The tacos were large, and the crunch was on point (shoutout to crunchy shells), but the flavor? Not so much. I was really expecting that meat to pop, but both the carne asada and shrimp were giving... mid. Just okay. Would I go back? Probably not for the Surf & Turf. The size and toppings were solid, but the flavor didn't back it up. Overall vibe: Mid. Smack level: 6/10. I taste it so you don't have to. read more

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Great food, made to order. Convenient location. Good service. I recommend the birria noddles and the shrimp and steak burrito bowl. The bowl is enough to feed two people. Very good quantity and fresh food read more

This truck does not disappoint. I ha had the queso Bierria tacos. They were on point. The shelves are crispy on the outside with the cheese. The meat was tender and flavorful inside with cheese pull I didn't even need the jalapeños and carrots. It was already spicy enough. This is what I miss about Oakland. They always have nice taco trucks if you haven't checked out this place please do read more

The fried surf and turf tacos are !!!!!!!! Def going back. It's a food truck so will order ahead next time. read more

Just a heads-up--this is a taco truck! While the location may not be the best part of Oakland, it's absolutely worth the trip. The tacos are generously sized and packed with meat, and the shrimp are huge--practically colossal prawns. The flavors are incredible, the salsa is delicious, and they always include jalapeños and carrots on the side. They offer a great variety of options, with the flexibility to customize your order. My rating is solely on the food ! One tip: be sure to check their hours before heading out. I've made the mistake of driving all the way there on a Sunday, only to find out they're closed that day! read more

This would be the best burrito truck in the Bay and therefore all of California, if they weren't open just 5 hours and closed by 4pm. The location is also in the (what some consider the gentrified) hood with no where to park, so you really have to jump through hoops and over ladders just to place an order. For that reason I have them beat by Guadalajara (the restaurant, not the adjacent truck which is hit and miss). read more

I love this taco truck these are the best tacos ever the meat is so tender and flavorful !! Anytime I'm in Oakland I'm hitting el Sazon !! Delicious read more

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The food was great and the service was good. It was worth the wait. When I am back in Oakland I plan to visit again. Only thing is need more chips with food. read more

El Sazon is a food truck I've been wanting to try for some time due to word of mouth..well today was the day. I worked 1/2 day and I was on my way!! and let me tell you El Sazon did not disappoint. Great service and the food was A-1. What you see in the pic is called a grill cheese turf and surf. I believe the bread was either brioche or Texas toast smothered in cheese topped with tender seasoned steak and juicy shrimp was something I have never had before..chefs kiss I also chased it down with passion fruit (which was a little sweet) but still delicious. Next time I visit I will be trying the tacos. 8/10. read more

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I FINALLY got to go for lunch! The picture of the taco below was from last week and it was DELICIOUS ! But when I went yesterday, I got 3 queso asada and a watermelon dragon fruit drink! (I was starving and forgot to take a picture ‍) but when I say their food is AH-MAZIINNNGGG! My God on today!! Everything is seasoned so well The person who took our order was kind and patient. And they made sure our order was correct! I absolutely can't wait to go back! read more

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They don't even have change for $20 and the snarky lady at the front got the most entitled attitude first and last time this has to be the worst service I've had in the town and I promise you Tacos El Novillo would never! That's my next stop after getting let down this bad and all I wanted was a drink...imagine an actual order sheeeesh! read more

The girl who is a cashier is soooo unprofessional and rude I always come here to get shrimp and steak nd cheese tacos and a 7$ drink . Why would she has the audacity to charge 1$ for half of half of a lemon she is sooo stupid she needs to get checked ! I really would hate this place to lose costumers for having an insufficient personnel pleaser!!! Check this lil girl this is unbelievable I really almost snapped I have never heard of no taqueria charging 1$ for lemon this is just crazy she said her name is Carmen but gives me the vibe she most be lying . Idk who the owner is but this lil girl is f*cking up ur business how can I make a report on this girl I really would not like to see her at this taco truck anytime On !!!!!! read more

A must try! Best authentic tacos I have ever had... Meaty cheesy so much flavor and the service is excellent. The establishment is located in a safe area. Truck is extremely clean well maintained hygienic, and do not leave there without trying one of their drink concoctions.. This is my new go to place for Mexican food. read more

Ordered burrito de alpastor got a burrito of mostly rice in it for the price of $17 i was expecting what regular burritos have rice beans and good amount of meat but instead got burrito of rice for $17 which is diabolical read more

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You know the food is good when you wait 30 minutes for some tacos. Their food is always consistent and the people are always polite reassuring everyone that their order will be up soon. read more

Best quesabirria in Oakland. Forreal! The salsas are very flavorful, so ask for extra if you can! The service used to be painfully slow but they've improved a lot since opening, but now there is usually a wait because it's so dang good and there's a line! Parking is bountiful although the potholes in deep east Oakland can be treacherous so drive carefully. In terms of ambiance, it's usually located close to the Coliseum bart station near the warehouses. The only thing you'll kneed to be careful of--they close kinda early (3pm) and they sometimes change locations, so be sure to check their IG to make sure their at their usual spot near the Coliseum bart station. Also check to see what daily specials they have, they have some interesting drinks. I wasn't a fan of the super-sweet fruity pebbles drink but I could see how others are into it. The standard Agua Fresca flavors are good and more up my alley. read more

For the longest I've drove past El Sazon and never paid much attention to it. Always packed and busy and it still took me a year to finally try it out. They have 22 food items to choose from. I think the most popular is the quesabirria and the surf & turf which is a steak and shrimp taco. I think they go for about $4 and $7 each with the most expensive being the steak and shrimp. They also have birria sliders and birria sandwiches. Pretty much any dish you can think of has birria on it. The tortillas for the quesabirria and surf & turf are huge. Smaller tortillas for regular tacos. Certain food items are really good. Stay away from el pastor because it doesn't taste how pastor should taste. They also have special drinks that change from day to day. You need to check their IG to see what special drink they will have for that day. When I was there I only saw to people working. One was cooking and another was taking orders, giving out food and making special drinks. People in line have to wait for orders to be giving out before they can place an order. If they had an extra person to give out food and make drinks would be better but I guess it's too much for them to do. With only two people working your wait time is going to be 15 minutes but in reality it will be close to 30 minutes. There's also plenty of street parking. read more

Slowest food I've ever gotten Price is okay for the amount of food you get, but really small portions. read more

Seriously the best tacos in the Bay Area. So juicy and flavorful. I crave them all the time. The servings are such a good size & the service is amazing! 10/10! read more

Tried the surf n turf grilled cheese and surf n turf taco. The price was a bit on the higher side but they food definitely had the quality and the taste. Not your topical taco place this spot had like the name Sazón(flavor) you won't be disappointed read more

This truck gets 2 Stars from me because either they are cutting back on their $8.00 steak & shrimp tacos or they just can't deliver food like they have in the past. These tacos lacked cheese & cilantro, did I say CHEESE? I was very disappointed as my co-worker was the first person in line to pick up our orders. The meat was tasteless and dry. $100.00 was spent with this inconsistent food truck that is slowly slacking! I bought a burrito a month ago from them & let's just say they should remove it from their menu! This was my go to spot and I'm very disappointed! read more

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Food is over priced, you pay so much for a burrito. And it has more rice than any meat. It's super salty too

I passed by Union City (UC THE VIBES) and was impressed with the uniqueness of the Birria Grilled Cheese. The surf n turf birria tacos was another item they recommended for me to try. I would of never thought grilled cheese could be dipped in birria until El Sazon. The Birria Grilled cheese was cheesy, delicious, and simply perfect. The shrimp and meat birria tacos were to die for and I enjoyed every single bite and ate it all up! They were also fast and accommodating and I definitely want to come back and try their drinks and other items on their menu. Staff was friendly and provided great/fast service. El Sazon is a MUST try and I promise you will not be disappointed. Come get your birria grilled cheese and tacos now! Confirmed, they are mostly in Oakland, but also go to little foodie event popups so make sure you follow them on Instagram to know where they will be throughout the week or on the weekend. read more

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El Sazon seems like a fish out of water. there are, however, 3 taquerias within a few blocks of each other. the reason-warehouses all around. El Sazon closes the earliest. it's a small plain white mini food truck a few spaces from the Mother's cookie sign. offerings: tacos, quesabirria, burritos, quesadillas, burritos, torta de choriqueso, platos del dia, huarache -lengua taco (2.50) with cilantro, onions, option of quac salsa very greasy corn tortillas with tender mini chucks of lengua green salsa, radish, carrots, jalepeno slices, dried jalepeno also -quesabirria(4) dry birria schreds with melted cheese obviously premade, warmed up once ordered. not deep fried crunchy texture, cheese, birria had no obvious flavors lst timer. tasted better than average. consumme (+3) 3.5 stars value ok, quality lacking (some food premade?) frijoles refritos: -only 1 worker inside? small space. orders may take longer during peak times. some orders were family sized. -menu has some unique items -closes at 4 weekdays. read more

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Goood good good must try if you haven't already The drinks are good everything is good and they give you a lot of meat read more

i got Birria Sliders and a quesadilla with steak and shrimp it was absolutely DELICIOUS it had so much flavor i also had the birria sliders and they were BOMBBB also the service is INCREDIBLE they are super friendly read more

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Came to Oakland looking for some food to try! Super delicious and one of the best tacos I've tried. The fresh waters were amazing and will definitely go back again. Definitely recommend! read more

I went to El Sazon on this past Friday when they were in Castro Valley in front of the chabot theater. This would be my 4-5 time here now previously enjoying my last times, always getting something new. Today there must've been something wrong, I waited about an hour and that's not even exaggerating. I arrived around 7:30 with a huge line in a little area. When he took my order I asked if they could put the sour cream I had to Pay Extra for inside of my grilled cheese instead of on the side and when I revived my order an hour later around 8:30 there was No sour cream. Grilled cheese wasn't even all that. Super greasy. The best part will always be their Agua Frescas and maybe just the regular birria tacos. Will not be going back. read more

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Hands down best quesa Surf and turf I've ever eaten! The crunch the savory lordddddd and with the consome. $4 for a surf and turf taco is not bad considering they did not use those itty bitty shrimp! Best part is I've been on a time crunch and didn't know their number but followed them on instagram so I message them to see if I can pre order and let me tell you yes they can! Food was done in 10mins, I didn't know I could go straight to the pick up line so I waited in the ordering line but the moment I got there, food was already ready!! Love it!! Hoping to do some future catering with them! read more

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So for starters make sure you get there early , they sale out pretty quick. I ordered the garlic shrimp burrito along with a small agua de mango (mango water) now I'm not super big on shrimp burrito but this was pretty darn Good ya! Super flavorful and just enough the only thing I think that could possibly make it even better is instead of using regular shrimp add pawns might coast more obviously but I'd pay for it. (Just my personal thought) As for the aqua de mango I love that it had the Chunks of mango but a little too sweat for my taste that's just me. Total coast:$18 Form of payment used: Venmo All in all I would say it a must try ya !!!! (hope they can make it out to SF one day) read more

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My daughter just brought me a steak burrito. From the first bite to the last I enjoyed everything about it. I would recommend coming here to get amazing food. read more

I wanted some birria tacos soooo bad I had to come get 3 birria tacos with rice and a strawberry peach lemonade I'm so damn full I couldn't wait to get my grub on it was damn good I post a pic on IG of my plate but damn it's over..... read more

Small food truck in the ghetto.. be aware of your surroundings. Food was okay... THE salsa is . The person taking orders will tell you it's a 20 minute wait time but wait time is 45 minutes to an HR. Have patience when you come. CASH ONLY. Drinks wasn't for me but if you're high... get one... read more

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