SOFT BEEF TACOS. FISH TACOS. CRUNCHY TACOS This place is great to come and grab a quick bite with some friends. The prices are fair and not too expensive. It's satisfying if you need a quick fix and self serve salsa bars are always the best! (: read more

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Straight expensive garbage. Both asada and carnitas taste like trash. 5 small tacos were $12.50. Extremely disappointed. read more

Los Tacos - Carnitas and asada (both are gross) - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

I come here for lunch decently often. The staff is friendly and service is usually relatively quick even during lunch time for me. I normally order a wet burrito with pork or just the beans and cheese. The size of the burrito is pretty darn good for the price, I can sometimes make it two meals. The taquitos are just okay, a bit pricey for them.The nachos were just okay as well as they weren't really packed and was a bit on the skimpy side when I got them. Looking forward to their tortas and tostadas as I have seen some good reviews and rumors among the office. Overall a decent place to go grab lunch but as for now nothing spectacular. read more

Nice little spot for Mexican food! I've gotten tacos from them many times, and it's a great place to order for large family gatherings. However, one time I ordered asada tacos and they were incredibly greasy (to the point I couldn't even take more than three bites even after blotting the oil with paper towels). But, I would still eat with them again because I've never had problems with their food before that one incident! read more

Two stars because I know it's very hard to run a business these days. I did notice the cashier was not so friendly but with a Kind "Thank you" and a tip --she seemed much more friendly after this. and I get it people are nuts these days we all expect great food for great prices. I'm sure it's tough the way inflation has risen doesn't leave businesses much choice if they want to stay open. My complaint is for one major reason ..raw chicken in my tostada salad. The street chicken tacos bland and not cooked much better pretty much everything was not good except the beans and cheese burrito-this was 3 stars. other than this I won't be back. Raw chicken and salmonella ..no thank you! and when I phoned in to let them know ( and insisted I didn't care about a refund) I was told " no one complains about our chicken" I simply wanted to let the restaurant know this is a health and safety issue. Pleaseeee just say " I'm sorry I'll let the chef know that should never happen" they did offer a refund but I never go here ( was in hurry to get something fast to go) and didn't want to drive 5 miles back to the restaurant as it would cost more in gas. I will say they achieved making food very fast however I would prefer to have waited if it meant the chicken would be cooked through. read more

After several visits, hoping they would improve, Los Tacos is still serving very average food. The worst complaint is that some of the items on the menu are very bland. For instance, the "carnitas" tacos are filled with a flavorless gray substance that might have been overcooked shredded pork. The "meat" tastes like boiled cardboard. That's fine, but even boiled cardboard could use more than onions and cilantro to improve the flavor. Other tacos filled with carne asada or chicken taste much better. The carne asada tacos in particular have the right balance of flavor and are not overwhelmed with onions. Thankfully, Los Tacos doesn't dump a handful of salt into each taco like some other places. The tortas are acceptable, typically messy and filled with the usual substances, but for the price (about $6.00) they could definitely be better. The bread seems to be of lower quality and falls apart quickly, while the interior ingredients mix together into an indistinguishable paste. Los Tacos has a Super Burrito, which they obviously named for its size, not its quality. It is indeed quite large and heavy, filled with half a dozen ingredients you would find in most burritos, but the the preparation of the burrito is anything but super. The ingredients taste old, and it doesn't help that the burrito is served cold despite being wrapped in wax paper and aluminum foil. An old, cold burrito is not what I would call super, no matter how much it weighs! The combination plates might seem tempting but the inflated prices are a little excessive. It's possible to order most individual items for about $3.00, but in a combination plate with rice and beans it's $7.00? Difficult to justify spending double the price for a couple spoonfuls of rice and beans. At Los Tacos, the carne asada tacos are the best choice. Everything else needs improvement. read more

Los Tacos - Los Tacos Pasadena - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

For Food: I am a sucker for carnitas and I must say they make them very, very tasty. I really only order the individual carnitas tacos or the carintas plate. I once ordered the burrito and it was prepared very lousy--it completely fell apart before my first bite; and all of the ingredients inside looked like it was just thrown together, pretty sloppy. For Service: It obviously gets busy during the lunch hours. The girls up front are honestly courteous depending on how busy it is. If it's over crowded- they are rude and dismissive. If it's pretty empty--they are welcoming and nice read more

Los Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

No complaints Super glad to find this place Hope the breakfast is as good as the soft shell tacos read more

We have been eating here occasionally for 30 years but we have no desire to return after our Monday afternoon meal. Our expectations for a good hot fresh Mexican meal were high based on our past experience. But the food was served at room temperature. The carnitas were hard and dry with no warmth. The beans had no taste. It was one of the most disappointing meals we can remember. Next time we'll go to Taco Bell and save money or Mijares and get consistently good food. I hope this was just a bad day for Los Tacos but we will not be back. read more

I'll damn with faint praise by saying it's fine. Just fine. Never bad and never amazing in my experience. But whoa--their prices have soared. I had serious trouble stomaching $4 / taco on a recent visit. I won't be back anytime soon. read more

Yummy! We love Los Tacos. The Birria burrito is delicious!! We don't understand why they don't have a line around the block like Tito's tacos in LA. It's better here! The chili rellenos are bomb and fresh. Hard to find. We always stop here when we are in Pasadena. 10 outta 10! read more

Los Tacos has been a solid Mexican spot for those times you don't want to go to a restaurant but receive food of the same caliber to go. My usual orders are usually an Asada Burrito with Rice Beans and Cheese or the Full order Asada nachos. Both are delicious and worth the price. Don't forget to get their horchata too. It's just the right amount of sweetness and viscosity that refreshes you on hot days. read more

Hard shell chicken tacos are great!!! The actual place doesn't really have too much of an ambiance. Not a lot to look at. Tv's going & music I could do without... I usually order to go. A little pricey but Good flavor though. read more

Delicious! Big portion even for a half size nachos! Always the best tacos! Love their menu!

I've been eating here for quite a while, and after eating at several other Mexican restaurants- I highly recommend that you give this place a try! Reasonable prices, Consistently decent portions. Pretty pretty flavorful food. All of the salsas are worth trying- my favorite, pre COVID-19, was available in a self serve stainless steel bowl that had a p-touch label that read: "Rocket Fuel." Unless your sphincter is "Scoville Scale" hardened - beware. I'm still, after over a decade, working my way through their menu items. The reason- I usually end up eating the same things. A Super Burrito with Beef Birria, Carne Asada, or Lengua, or breakfast burritos- served all day- Machaca, or Chorizo. Their hard shell shredded beef tacos are among the best that I've eaten at a restaurant. The menudo used to be available every day, and after an occasional hard days night- it , replenished my system, and allowed me to complete my workday. I've encountered many homeless people, here- but not once, have I been asked for anything by any of them. I've also encountered several Drs., and staff from the hospital across the street- and, thankfully, not once have I ever been asked for anything by any of them- either. read more

I went in and ordered a medium size rice,chips and guacamole.......they were rude for no reason and this is what they gave me for rice my mom goes in all the time this is the first time she sent me to go and this is how I was treated my mom was shocked when she saw the rice and told me in Spanish that they never have done that to her ....... I will never come back read more

Los Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

Every time I go to First City Credit Union. I get a bite to eat at Los Tacos. Today, I was not feeling hungry, only my husband ate. Once he was done eating, he took his meds. When we were leaving, I went up to the counter and asked for ice water. The woman at the counter, asked if I had ordered anything as she handed me the cup of water. I said, "my husband did." As I'm walking out, my thought was, had I not ordered anything, would I have been denied water!?" "No one should EVER be denied water!" read more

Some of the best ground beef nachos ever!! Love this place, I highly recommend their nachos for lunch. And get the large size!

Came for quick breakfast. Ordered Chorizo burrito with egg/beans/potatoes. Cashier was helpful. Food was prepared fresh and hot when arrived. Food overall taste is decent and average. Price is slightly high but this is normal in Pasadena area. They have a sauce bar for you to get your choice of salsa. Plenty of parking in this small plaza. Interior decor looks a little dated but has ample amount of seating for guest. read more

Los Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Been going here for at least 20 years -- prices have gone thru the roof ! Simple Carnitas plate -- now almost $18. Use to be $12 (ish). Most of the plate is Rice, beans and a tortilla some of the least expensive food items in the world and the carnitas are not seasoned very well (bland). Won't be going back. read more

I officially love this establishment after frequenting it so much for work lunches. I had the tostada with fish and it was so good I demolished the entire bowl! This place encourages my tendencies for fish-loving meals because their fish tacos are great too. I love this place for its affordability, quality, and salsa! read more

Los Tacos - * Yummy fish tostada with a huge glop of guac right on top! - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

The service is good and the food is good, it's just a shame that they raised their prices. Some of the food is well priced but the Tacos are not , you are almost paying $5.00 for each one and for that reason I have to give it 3 read more

Way overpriced and not good. Soft tacos are soggy and hard tacos are super oily and not much flavor going on in the beef. Definitely NOT the best tacos in LA especially for the price. read more

This is da bomb! Tiny little place with excellent food. The aromas are enticing and I can't wait to go back and try more. Generous portions.

Customer service ok, hard shell potatoes tacos are so horrible why would you add cheddar cheese lack flavor, mole tacos too spicy, they have a salsa bar... but no mild salsa, for the carne asada combination they use chopped carne asada, it should be call picadillo de carne it was horrible too... but I have to say the restaurant is very clean. read more

Worst burritos ever! I ordered 2 carne asada burritos today to go. When I got them home and opened them up, the foil was full of grease...quite literally DRIPPING out of the foil! It was gross. But because we were hungry we thought we would at least cut it open and try it. Although the size/portion was generous, the meat in it was so dry and overcooked it was CRUNCHY and inedible. Needless to say, we were very disappointed in what is known as a Pasadena staple. I highly doubt I will go back. Still trying to find the best burrito in the area.... read more

Definitely not the best place for tacos. Voted best by who??? My husband & I passed by & saw the sign so we stop by. Don't let that sign fool you.. not even close. Horrible customer service. Margarita & another lady behind counter pointed the finger at us when they failed to give us part of our to gos. Never been to a place where you asked for your to go, they give it to you but supposedly you have to ask for the " FULL" order. On top of that we found out they over charged us for 2 tacos but won't refund us. We tried telling them but they were back to finger pointing. So check receipt guys especially at this place. read more

This is a great option for someone working near by. Yes parking is horrible but you can always park by vons and walk to the restaurant (5 minutes walking distance). Great impression; everything was super clean. The cashier was very friendly too. The carne asada tacos tasted good although the meat was a little bit dry for my taste. The carne asada nachos was really good. The salsas are a little bit different to what i know about traditional Mexican salsas; flavor and texture wise. Still a good place to go for some Mexican food! read more

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Once you find Los(t) Tacos, they do a respectable chile verde. The rocket salsa is pretty hot, but I didn't like the flavor much. However the "mild" tomatillo salsa was spicy enough. No beer. I'd add a star if they had Negra Modelo. read more

They catered a birthday party for us. It was a backyard party for about 50 people. Service was great. They came early and set up everything. Their presentation was nice. The food was good. Many of our guests commented on the beef soft tacos, fresh guacamole and the taquitos. The real star of the party was the blended margarita! At the end, they cleaned up and put aside the remaining food for us. To give you an idea about their service: at the end of the party, they accidentally took one of our ice scoops when they left. The next day, they drove back to our house just to return the ice scoop. We plan on using them again for future parties. read more

this is an ordinary Mexican restaurant. my lab partners and our boss came here for lunch and we all ordered the fish tacos. + orders come out very fast! if you are in a hurry in the area nearby , definitely come here! + even better they take to-go orders! + the tacos has a lot of content in there, especially the tomatoes. it is so fresh that you can tell!!! - the fish in the tacos is not fried fish so it kinda taste plain i would still recommend this place because they gets the order supper fast! and i might come back once in a while since it is very close to work. read more

Los Tacos - fish tacos: it comes in 4 - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The tacos were alright. But what really makes this a 2 star review is that their fish tacos aren't deep fried. And even worse, their fish (at least at the time I tried it) is old. It had that fishy, staley taste of...unfresh fish. And their chips are what I call "healthy" nachos. They aren't fried enough, so it kinda tastes like pita chips. Their other meats were pretty good, but it was just their stale fish that really made this a bad experience for me. However, they give you guacamole and sour cream (that tasted a bit too mayonnaise-y and sour for me, but that's just my opinion) on the side. read more

I use to frequent the establishment on Las Tunas in San Gabriel. The one in Pasadena is just as good if not better. The service is prompt and the place is clean. Parking is shared with other tenants but not too crowded. The flan is yummy for thy tummy. read more

A couple weeks ago one of my friends in my bible study brought an order of carne asada nachos for us to snack on while we waited for dinner to arrive. They were pretty good Fast forward to Monday night. Ever since that night, I had been meaning to give it a try because it was close by and I had always wondered about it driving by it all these years. Because I finally had a sampling of the food, I gave it a green light. What's funny about this place is you'll only REALLY notice it going south bound on Fair Oaks. You won't really see it if you're going North, unless you're looking for it to your left, but then again you'd probably crash if you did that. The place is pretty clean, not your typical run of the mill hole in the wall Mexican restaurant. I browsed the menu and they had all the regular: tacos, burritos, tortas, enchiladas, combo plates, and a couple of other Mexican food favorites. But of course, I came for one thing: the carne asada nachos. You have a choice of either a full order or a half order. Half order? Pft... pansies.... So I got a full order of carne asada nachos. The nachos usually come without the meat for $5, but if you get the asada, it's $1 more. With tax, it came out to a whopping $6.50. As a shared appetizer, that's not bad at all. Of course, this was my dinner and not just a snack. I brought it home and dug in. It came with the asada, beans, salsa, cilantro, sour cream and guacamole and cheese. Pretty good and very satisfying. Would I come back again? Sure..... read more

Went here for lunch today. The order counter was disorganized. They took our order (and my money) but never put the ticket in. 20 minutes later I call them on it and they put it in, telling us they'd refund the charge. When they delivered the "fish taco combo plate" and the carne asada burrito, they were neither. Chips for the salsa is extra and they taste like cardboard. read more

Los Tacos - This was supposed to be 2 fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Best chicken mole. Veggie burritos are awesome. The tacos are so light and delicious. Love this place.

You know how they say that you can tell a Chinese restaurant is good if Chinese people go there? Same applies to Mexican restaurants. I saw one Mexican family here so I'm guessing that the mom can't cook if they liked the food here. read more

I hate writing this review, because I actually really like the food here. I just don't know how else to get some justice. On May 20th (I remember this because it was my BIRTHDAY), my husband and I stopped by to pick up some food for our kids and babysitter to eat. We live close and come here all the time for fast, cheap, reasonably good burritos and tacos. My husband left me in the car with our daughter to run inside. He was standing in line playing with the wedding ring on his finger when it slipped off and fell under their counter. We have not seen it since. They have refused to help us find it. We stopped by later that evening and asked if we could help them look, I sent a friend by to help, we have called numerous times, spoke with the manager, etc. Their reply is "IT IS NOT OUR PROBLEM." It had to have rolled under a fridge or something. It did not vanish into thin air. It wouldn't (and shouldn't) be hard to move things out to look. This is not even about customer service, it's about human decency. They obviously have none of that. We're looking into buying a new ring, which will just be a ring, because our wedding ring is being held hostage by Los Tacos! Avoid this place. read more

I think perhaps my first review of Los Tacos was too short and sadly I was too nice giving them 2 out of 5 stars. This review isn't about their food, it's about their service or lack of service. After ordering a chicken burrito for work lunch from Taco Spot, I was dismayed to discover they accidently made it a beef burrito and not chicken (I don't eat beef, long story). As a last ditch effort to salvage my lunch time, I decided to walk to Los Tacos to get a quesadilla because let's face it, it's really hard to screw-up a quesadilla. One quesadilla: $5.25. What I have- one $5 bill and my debit card. Dilemma, a huge sign posted stating minimum transaction for card is $6. I frantically look around and notice they have an ATM. I can withdraw cash and problem solved. Nope, ATM is broken. So, when I explained to them I can only pay with my card and my purchase doesn't meet the their minimum purchase YET I'm willing to get cash BUT their ATM is broken- you'd think they say "hey, no problem we can make an exception this time". Nope. They wanted me to either get something else I didn't want (soda) or charge me extra to make up for the difference. No way Jose. I walked out. read more

We came on a Saturday night and ordered 2 super burritos with carne asada (one of them with guacamole), #14 macho combo, chorizo con huevo, and quesadilla with carne asada and 2 medium drinks plus 1 refill for the groupon deal! Totaled to exactly $40, nothing extra. (Used Groupon $15 for $40) - Amazing deal! So much food for 3 people. Almost as cheap as Del Taco! lol. - Difficult to find. Although GPS guided us to correct destination, I wasn't able to see it at the cross street where I was positioned. Not in the starbucks plaza, but across! Small place. Not like the one in San Gabriel! - Food pre-made. You can tell because the taste isn't fresh. - Super burrito : Ain't no California burrito. Reminded me of a macho burrito from Del Taco because of the cheese and lettuce. - Macho combo: 3 items, hard shell taco, tostado, and enchillada. I got al pastor, carnitas, and carne asada. Comes with a drink, refried beans, rice, and chips. Not the best flavor. - Carne Asada Quesadilla: Packed with lots of carne asada and cheese. Comes with 3. Side of lettuce and tomato - Chorizo and egg: Not enough chorizo and too much egg. side beans and something idk. haha - I'd come here if I live around town and crave Mexican, not a drive over 20mi to come because it's that special for that kinda taste. - Salsa bar: Mild, Hot, Extra hot, carrots/veggies. - Overall average taste +3. Not a Pepes or Molca Salsa. But the deal made it a major hit +2! read more

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