You have to be pretty bold to park your taco truck just down the street from the iconic and outstanding Taqueria Sanchez. I've driven past several times, but decided today that it was time to stop by. I'm so glad I did.
El Taco Express offers the standard taqueria truck fare: street tacos, burritos, tortas, etc. Most tacos are $0.99, with lengua and tripa tacking on another $0.50. They have some soft drinks, water and several varieties of Jarritos. I didn't see any mention of horchata or aqua frescos. Per my typical first visit, I ordered carnitas, barbacoa and lengua tacos.
All of the meats were tender and juicy. The carnitas had a good flavor, as did the barbacoa. I added a little green sauce to the pork, and red sauce to the beef tacos. Both were better than most, and within reach of the best. And while I'm thinking of it, the pickled carrot was nicely flavored. I don't know what you do to make one pickled carrot better than others, but they need to keep doing what they're doing.
What really stood out was the lengua. It was perfect, and as much as I love the lengua at Taqueria Sanchez and Taqueria El Dolar, this edges them both. The texture and taste is amazing, and is well worth the extra change.
So please give this place a try. I can't imagine you would leave disappointed. read more