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This place is phenomenal!! By far the best tacos and nachos we've had in San Diego so far in our 10 years here. We tried the adobada tacos, the Carne Asada tacos, and the Carne Asada nachos. Everything was incredible, with a perfect char on the Carne Asada, tons of lime juice, a delicious mix of sour cream and cheese and cilantro and onions on the nachos, and thick roasted jalapeños and salsas included in the taco orders. We DoorDashed twice from here and everything was fresh and delicious both times. I highly recommend you give it a try! The tacos seem a little expensive when looking at the menu, but they pack them with tons of meat, so they're very worth it.
This place had the best barbacoa tacos I've ever had! Service was very attentive and friendly and the food came pretty quickly. While we were waiting for food we were given freshly made tortilla chips and salsas. Just a note, the location is a little tucked away and there isn't a lot of parking. It wasn't super busy on a Saturday afternoon and our group was the only ones seated inside (our group of 14 basically filled up about 2/3 of the available seating area). Barbacoa taco: 5/5 Birria taco: 5/5 Carne Asada: 4/5
First time coming here visited Monday morning right when they opened was quickly attended to and food was fresh. You get your money's worth with how much they pack it up with birria the salsas were good too.
Great tasting tacos served with a smile. Each meat tasted unique and was cooked to perfection. I loved the crispy grill on the meat especially the adobada. Salsas served family style with a spicy finely chopped chile/cilantro mix. Tacos are medium sized but plenty of meat to divide between the 2 tortillas. Birria was juicy and tortillas had the consommé dip before hitting the plancha. Carne asada was flavorful- no guac served with my taco but I assume you can request. Dining area is big enough for families and parking was easy. A true authentic place hidden off the main road but well worth the find. Looking forward to trying more from here. Cash preferred
Casual ambience with great service and high quality eats. The borrego taco was generously portioned and the consume was tasty. Excited to come back if I'm in the area and they are open!!
My first time here, and they did not disappoint! The food is delicious and give you big portions. Highly recommend coming here
We absolutely LOVE El Taller! From our very first visit, Carlos (the owner) made us feel like family - and now, we're here weekly. The customer service is homegrown, personal, and truly unmatched. And the food is freaking phenomenal. The meat is perfectly tender, the flavors are bold and authentic, and the menu is so diverse. My personal go-to's are the Carne Asada Nachos and the Birra Quesadilla. The guacamole and chips are made fresh every time, and you can taste the difference. The portion sizes are HUGE for the price, making every meal here an incredible value. But honestly, even if they weren't, we'd still keep coming back - because supporting this family-owned business means supporting people who put their heart into what they do. You're greeted with genuine warmth, and served amazing food that will have you counting the days until your next visit. If you're in the area and haven't tried El Taller yet, do yourself a favor and go. Once you meet Carlos and taste the food, you'll understand why we can't stay away.
Amazing! This place is a hidden gem! Located right behind La Sinaloense this little taco spot is a must try! I had my doubts based on the location, but do not let the hood facade fool you! I went Tuesday morning, and the service was fast! For 3 tacos, consomé and an agua de Jamaica it was $26, however it was well worth it! The tacos are perfect sized! Not tiny at all and jam packed with meat! The gentleman said they are closed on Mondays and close by noon on Sundays! I highly recommend and will definitely be a repeat customer! So so good!
Do not sleep on this place. Don't be scared by the hood ass complex it's in. TRUST I almost drove off. Ordered the Carne Asada Fries. They're $17.75 but well worth it. They weigh like 5lbs. Totally shareable between 2 people. Everyone will be good. The Carne Asada is Super SEASONED. It's good. It's like limey and salty all rolled into one - and has just the right amount of crisp. There ain't no gnarly gristly pieces. TRY THIS PLACE. GIVE IT A SHOT. I DID, AND DONT REGRET IT. The place is also known for the Barbacoa and Birria. I'll have to try it next time as apparently it tends to sell out!
I knew this place was gonna be fire when I smelled rich birria in the air! We tried: - Carne asada fries (LOADED!! Perfect carne asada marinade.) - Birria taco (MY FAV! The aromatics and richness was just perfect) - Barbacoa taco (Such tender beef! Perfect with their 2 in house spicy salsas *drools* - Carne asada taco (SO FLAVORFUL! Period) Complimentary fresh fried chips & 2 salsas (1 green and 1 roasted). He warned us they were spicy and I was so excited. Music was a perfect loud salsa music. Was literally vibes. I'm still sitting here done eating and don't want to get up. So relaxing with their ceiling fans turning. The guy at the front was a-mazingggg! He was attentive and checked a few times if we needed anything else. Of course I had to let him know everything was FIREEEEE
The best rolled tacos in town! Their shrimp tempura tacos are out of this world delicious and they pack them with shrimp! Must try hidden SV ge
Hidden gem !!!! The barbacoa and birria is AMAZING!!!! Today I changed it up and ordered campechana fries and enchiladas de pollo and the enchiladas are authentic and spicy!!! Soooo good!!!! Big big big portions too
3 months ago
The birra is authentic and really good. Mom and pops vibes Great service and food came out quick read more
1 year ago
Stopped by after seeing all the great reviews on Yelp and because we were craving birria tacos. It's a small restaurant with an even smaller parking lot, definitely one of those hole-in-the-wall spots. When we went, there was only one woman working and handling all the orders that day. The quesabirria tacos are $6.50 and the regular birria tacos are $5. You may think it's expensive for a taco but the portions are HUGE and they do not skimp on the meat. Honestly such a great deal! The agua frescas are $5 and come in a big cup (about 32 oz). They aren't the best I've had since I don't think they're made with fresh fruit, but still refreshing and enjoyable. My husband ordered the California burrito, which wasn't really our favorite. The tortilla was huge but not a lot of food inside of it. There are definitely better spots for that, but their birria is the real winner here. We'll definitely be back for more birria tacos and maybe to try the barbacoa next time! read more
Really good. Small place but the food was solid. I got Barbacoa tacos and it was good. Meat was a little bland but I added salt and make it fine. The consumé was AMAZING. Want to try the Berria Raman next time. My wife got a Chili Relleno and it was 9 out of 10. Great place. Looks like a whole in the wall sketch place but really solid. read more
This place is phenomenal!! By far the best tacos and nachos we've had in San Diego so far in our 10 years here. We tried the adobada tacos, the Carne Asada tacos, and the Carne Asada nachos. Everything was incredible, with a perfect char on the Carne Asada, tons of lime juice, a delicious mix of sour cream and cheese and cilantro and onions on the nachos, and thick roasted jalapeños and salsas included in the taco orders. We DoorDashed twice from here and everything was fresh and delicious both times. I highly recommend you give it a try! The tacos seem a little expensive when looking at the menu, but they pack them with tons of meat, so they're very worth it. read more
1 year ago
This place had the best barbacoa tacos I've ever had! Service was very attentive and friendly and the food came pretty quickly. While we were waiting for food we were given freshly made tortilla chips and salsas. Just a note, the location is a little tucked away and there isn't a lot of parking. It wasn't super busy on a Saturday afternoon and our group was the only ones seated inside (our group of 14 basically filled up about 2/3 of the available seating area). Barbacoa taco: 5/5 Birria taco: 5/5 Carne Asada: 4/5 read more
1 year ago
First time coming here visited Monday morning right when they opened was quickly attended to and food was fresh. You get your money's worth with how much they pack it up with birria the salsas were good too. read more
Great tasting tacos served with a smile. Each meat tasted unique and was cooked to perfection. I loved the crispy grill on the meat especially the adobada. Salsas served family style with a spicy finely chopped chile/cilantro mix. Tacos are medium sized but plenty of meat to divide between the 2 tortillas. Birria was juicy and tortillas had the consommé dip before hitting the plancha. Carne asada was flavorful- no guac served with my taco but I assume you can request. Dining area is big enough for families and parking was easy. A true authentic place hidden off the main road but well worth the find. Looking forward to trying more from here. Cash preferred read more
9 months ago
My first time here, and they did not disappoint! The food is delicious and give you big portions. Highly recommend coming here read more
1 year ago
We absolutely LOVE El Taller! From our very first visit, Carlos (the owner) made us feel like family - and now, we're here weekly. The customer service is homegrown, personal, and truly unmatched. And the food is freaking phenomenal. The meat is perfectly tender, the flavors are bold and authentic, and the menu is so diverse. My personal go-to's are the Carne Asada Nachos and the Birra Quesadilla. The guacamole and chips are made fresh every time, and you can taste the difference. The portion sizes are HUGE for the price, making every meal here an incredible value. But honestly, even if they weren't, we'd still keep coming back - because supporting this family-owned business means supporting people who put their heart into what they do. You're greeted with genuine warmth, and served amazing food that will have you counting the days until your next visit. If you're in the area and haven't tried El Taller yet, do yourself a favor and go. Once you meet Carlos and taste the food, you'll understand why we can't stay away. read more
8 months ago
Amazing! This place is a hidden gem! Located right behind La Sinaloense this little taco spot is a must try! I had my doubts based on the location, but do not let the hood facade fool you! I went Tuesday morning, and the service was fast! For 3 tacos, consomé and an agua de Jamaica it was $26, however it was well worth it! The tacos are perfect sized! Not tiny at all and jam packed with meat! The gentleman said they are closed on Mondays and close by noon on Sundays! I highly recommend and will definitely be a repeat customer! So so good! read more
6 months ago
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1 year ago
Do not sleep on this place. Don't be scared by the hood ass complex it's in. TRUST I almost drove off. Ordered the Carne Asada Fries. They're $17.75 but well worth it. They weigh like 5lbs. Totally shareable between 2 people. Everyone will be good. The Carne Asada is Super SEASONED. It's good. It's like limey and salty all rolled into one - and has just the right amount of crisp. There ain't no gnarly gristly pieces. TRY THIS PLACE. GIVE IT A SHOT. I DID, AND DONT REGRET IT. The place is also known for the Barbacoa and Birria. I'll have to try it next time as apparently it tends to sell out! read more
2 years ago
I knew this place was gonna be fire when I smelled rich birria in the air! We tried: - Carne asada fries (LOADED!! Perfect carne asada marinade.) - Birria taco (MY FAV! The aromatics and richness was just perfect) - Barbacoa taco (Such tender beef! Perfect with their 2 in house spicy salsas *drools* - Carne asada taco (SO FLAVORFUL! Period) Complimentary fresh fried chips & 2 salsas (1 green and 1 roasted). He warned us they were spicy and I was so excited. Music was a perfect loud salsa music. Was literally vibes. I'm still sitting here done eating and don't want to get up. So relaxing with their ceiling fans turning. The guy at the front was a-mazingggg! He was attentive and checked a few times if we needed anything else. Of course I had to let him know everything was FIREEEEE read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
The best rolled tacos in town! Their shrimp tempura tacos are out of this world delicious and they pack them with shrimp! Must try hidden SV ge read more
2 years ago
Hidden gem !!!! The barbacoa and birria is AMAZING!!!! Today I changed it up and ordered campechana fries and enchiladas de pollo and the enchiladas are authentic and spicy!!! Soooo good!!!! Big big big portions too read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
Food was great . Customer service excellent as well. Very clean owners were very tentative read more
I live right up the hill from this place and they were my go to taco shop, but hours have been changing now and its kinda annoying when I call and the kid answers with his low tone voice. Other than that I would come for my carne asada fries and tacos here . This last Sunday i grabbed a breakfast burrito and was disappointed it was really stuffed with fries . Ill definitely pass on the breakfast menu. read more
My husband and I were pleasantly surprised by this hole-in-the-wall taco shop. There is a lot of love that goes into this family-owned restaurant and it shows in their food. Everything we ordered was outstanding including the chilequiles, adobada, burria mulita, and the barbacoa. They even provide complimentary chips and salsa. Both salsas were addictive. We will be back! read more
3 years ago
Good food Ordered Campechano fries Look forward into ordering different things on the menu. read more
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3 years ago
This is a 5 star hole in the wall Mexican establishment. My two favorite things to order are the Mulitas $5.00 & their queso tacos for $2.50 In Spring Valley you have a lot of Mexican choices & most are pretty good, nevertheless I find myself liking this particular little place the most.. It's located right above another Mexican place that has more of a seafood flair (La Sinolense) It's also good & worth trying. This place oddly located below a apartment complex & above another Mexican restaurant serves some of the best tacos in SD!! (adobada, al pastor, carne asada, birria) It's TJ style tacos and they rock, in Spring Valley they are my favorite street taco's. The ambiance is that of a small Mexican place but it's definitely the food that brings me back. What can say, this is foodie recommended eating & perfect for takeout. Happy eating tacos read more
3 years ago
Omgeeeee!! The absolute best barbacoa I've had in a looonggg time. Typical of Mexico City style. Red Barbacoa de Borrego. Must try!! I ordered mine dry with my broth in the side. My husband ate his before the pictures but he ordered it iba caldo and it was divine!! Go visit these guys! read more
4 years ago
This humble Mexican restaurant in Spring Valley, San Diego, boasts an incredible birria that Chad and his crew offer in a variety of dishes. We had the barbacoa and the birria quesadillas, and they just exploded with flavor, especially the birria. Plus, the servings were generous: a true bargain. We paired our quesadillas with an excellent horchata that had the perfect amount of sugar and cinnamon (not too much of either). This place is the real deal: truly authentic birria, rare outside of the Mexican State of Jalisco, where Birria was born. Do yourself a favor and come visit Chad and his friendly crew, order either the birria or barbacoa, get a horchata, and enjoy a taste of true Mexican comfort food that has roots dating back 500 years. read more
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5 years ago
Just moved to the area and really wanted to try this place, unfortunately it was not good. The food needs salt the guacamole is not real and they go overboard on onions. Bad tortillas! And the fries they use are huge. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
Best Birria De Res Quesadilla and Birria machaca like grandmas home made cooking. Their salsa was fresh, tasty and oh so spicy, my hubby was obsessed with it. I enjoyed the red salsa, less spice and full of roasted flavors. Big filling portions and great customer service. We will be returning I look forward to trying more dishes in the future. read more
4 years ago
Straight fuego. Owner is super personable and makes sure you're enjoying the delicious quesabirria and barbacoa. Some of the best birria I've had in SD. read more
3 years ago
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