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El TIjuanense

3.8 (420 reviews)
ModerateTacos
Closed • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Tacos Estilo Tijuana (choices of asada, adobada, birria...other choices include pollo, cabeza, or lengua +$0.50)
Thu-Ha T.

We normally place orders online or call in for pickup. I like the Tacos Estilo Tijuana (including the asada, adobada, and birria. Other options to choose from which I have not tried yet are the pollo, cabeza, or lengua +$0.50). The birria quesadilla is also really good and take the left over portions to work the next day. They give generous amounts of wrapped condiments: sliced radish, lemon or lime and choices of red or green sauce. Service is friendly.

QuesaTaco birria
Emily L.

This is my favorite taco spot! Tijuana style or regular--both are great. I always end up ordering way too much Honestly, their birria is the best. Whatever you order from the menu, get the birria and a consomé on the side. The only downside is they don't have restrooms.

Nice lunch for under $10
Michael Aaron N.

They get a 5 for FLAVOR. Go! Go! Go! Go! You must go here to try their Tijuana style tacos or their amazing birria quesataco. FYI- "Tijuana style" means all the additional toppings and guacamole added. The flavors here are exactly like Tijuana and prices are very kind to the wallet. They are some of the best tacos I've had in SFV, and their birria and steak are well flavored dripping with moisture. Thank you El Tijuanense!!!!

Wall art....
John H.

Outstanding Carne Asada street tacos, very tasty and very well filled with meat, onions, cilantro and salsa. Some of the best Mexican chow the wife and I have had in ages. The only draw back was the nacho's, their chips do not hold up to all the yummy ingredients and soon become quite mushy. I'm thinking they're old or from a bag, not made in house on those tortilla chips. All in all we look forward to trying more of the menu, we hope you will investigate this place as well.

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Te-see B.

I have been to the Woodley location several times but never to this one. It happened to be "Taco Tuesday" and this girl was craving tacos. There was already a line at 5:00pm but it seemed to be moving quickly. They had a special for "TT" so I ordered 2 Queso Birria tacos, 2 Chicken Tacos and a side of rice/beans to go. (I would not want to sit and eat at this location...ZERO ambiance and not a lot of seats). The staff was very friendly and because I paid with cash they offer a slight discount. I waited maybe 10 minutes until they called my number and then I was out the door. When I got home 30 minutes later, my tacos were still warm. I loved the Birria...Yes, a bit greasy but most Birria Tacos are...I ate 2 of the Birria, 1 chicken taco (also good), and some rice & beans...I was full! I would go back again but I think I would try something else. No prices were posted on the main menu which I found annoying but not gonna stop me from going back. *Plenty of parking in the lot

Quesataco.
Laura V.

It's more than tacos but their specialty is suppose to be street style tacos Tijuana style. I tried their carne asada, marinated pork and birria. The size of the tacos are of the smallest tortilla. But if you order the quesotaco, that comes in a regular size tortilla. This is also a specialty. The price is around 3.50 for each taco. The quesotaco is around 4.50. The avocado on the tacos is more of a cream style and the hot sauce, red or green are on the mild side. If you are looking for something different and on a saucy style. The Quesataco is a quesadilla dipped in birria sauce so it's a wet quesadilla. The little tacos are loaded with meat but they are small. The restaurant has plenty of parking and inside seating available.

Marshay D.

Ok I came here since I heard a lot of hype!! So overall the food was decent...3/5 for me! I ordered the queso taco and I felt it could have had a tad bit more seasoning and less grease. It wasn't too bad but not really what I thought it will taste like. However, maybe I should have tried the street tacos, something simple and what they are popular. But the service was good and fast! It's small inside but enough seats. They do have many food options to choose from and they have menudo on Saturday and Sundays. I will come back here to try something different. My rating may be different!! -Marshay D.

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Vijay C.

I still remember when this place was basically a wanna-be Panda Express. It changed over to this and only now did I have a chance to check it out. The menu isn't large but has all you need. It's nice inside, service is friendly and quick and you pick up your order in a window. I got a carne asada burrito and came out to $14.66 after tax - note there is a credit card charge so it'd have been cheaper if you used cash. Wife got 3 burritos and chips and beans on the side. She forgot to ask for chips, so make sure to do that if you want that as well.

I.A R.

Love the Tijuana-style tacos! I've been coming here very often because they are absolutely delicious. The place is always busy, and I usually have to wait in line, but it's definitely worth the wait! They give you plenty of sauces, limes, and radishes, and the service is always great. Highly recommend!

Where's my guacamole!!!!
M R.

They ALWAYS mess up my take out order. I drive away and I'm home now. Check your food every time!!!! Warning!!!!! They mess up ALWAYS!!!!

The sign out front
CritDicks ..

We were brought here by our LA local family. They said, "there really is no good Baja style take out here in LA". I think I should've got a burger from next door at Bob's. Ok, but not my findings of a good Baja Mexican take out. Seems the further away from the TJ boarder you go, the more distant I feel from the So Cal Baja Marxian flavors and textures. Very mediocre CaliMex interpretation. I've had much better from a far lesser known establishment; even with the beans and rice that filled the Carne Asada burrito. The plain cheese quesadilla (and yes, I had to repeat "cheese only") was made with the most flavorless white cheese ever (I'm guessing Jack cheese was used). And just who puts protein in a quesadilla??? Very unsatisfying after an evening of drinking. CritDicks

Elika Z.

This place is one of my mom's favorites! It was recommended by a friend and since then I couldn't stop. Anything on their menu is hands down so good. I always get the asada tacos or burritos with everything. Warning-- they do add a spicy salsa so you can ask them for non-spicy as well. Highly recommend! Service is fast and all the staff is so nice. They always give you big portions!

Asada Burrito
Adonis M.

Tacos el Tijuanense is always a great spot to go to! They get real busy, but their service is always fast. I also appreciate it that you can order online so I am not waiting or hoping I get there before a crowd. If you catch a crowd there is plenty of seating and the inside is designed to look like your food is coming from a food truck which is very creative, at least by the low tables. I am not a huge fan of Tijuana style tacos, but the ones you get here are good. If I am ordering from here, I am always getting a Torta or a Burrito. The asada burrito is magnificent and the business always adds a generous portion of meat! What keeps me coming back is the charred flavor you get from the asada. Plus the Al Pastor is always very flavorful. The torta itself is also amazing, however, the bun is too soft for me, I'd prefer a bit of a crunch on the exterior. Yet, still a good option. Both salsas are delicious! The green salsa is more acidic, but smooth, and the red salsa is my favorite offering some level of heat. You definitely can't go wrong with stopping by.

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Came for the tacos and return for the consommé specifically. Big spoon and a wide bowl and it's the best take out Mexican

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Is the guac extra or included like typical TJ style tacos?

Everything is extra.

Do they have keto tacos with a cheese shell?

No they don't.

What's the location?

Van Nuys (food truck) and Northridge

Do you offer taco Tuesday specials?

No specials listed

Any vegetarian options?

Yes. Nachos and quesadillas if you can eat cheese. It's not on the menu but I'm sure you can order a rice & bean burrito.

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I tried the Burrito 2.0 from here and it was decent, but overhyped in my opinion…read more What I liked the most about this dish was the tortilla. You can tell that it's house made and I liked the chewy texture of it. However, respectfully the filling felt and tasted like bean goo. I could only really taste the refried bean flavor which was strong. It kind of meshed all the components together into a gooey filling. I got this with asada meat and the meat was kind of chewy and not so flavorful on its own. Props to the tortilla though for not spilling everything out and holding it together well, but still a bit difficult to eat. I would ask for utensils when eating this dish. The green onion garnish was unique. I wish they gave more lime wedges because that helped elevate the dish. For $13 this wasn't too bad, but I'd rather get a better burrito from a street vendor. This is a casual eats type of place with both indoor and outdoor seating and tables. They also serve alcohol and even frozen alcoholic drinks. They have a free parking lot in front, but it can be competitive to get a spot. Overall, my experience here was just okay and I would opt for other spots.

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