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Mariscos Jalisco

4.6 (1.2k reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Food Truck on Friday Afternoon
Jonathan L.

Mariscos Jaliscos has been on my list for a while now. This lint season i have been on a Mariscos journey trying out new spots in the ELA/BH area, especially on Friday's. Mariscos Jaliscos is a simple, humble and easy going food truck that easily beats any sit in boujee restaurant. Their menu is simple and easy to understand. Mariscos Jalisco is best known for their Fried shrimp tacos however, they have one of the best aguachiles I've tasted hands down. Their shrimp tacos are absolutely amazing with the right crunchiness and soft fried shrimp inside. The sauce that comes with these tacos are jam packed with flavor adding to the overall flavors/texture of the shrimp taco. Hurts to say it but this might be my new favorite shrimp taco in ELA/Boyle Heights area. The service here is quick and friendly. I went on a Friday afternoon and did not find busy crowds at this food truck. Street parking is available and the times that i've visited other food trucks nearby i was able to find quick parking. Its a busy street so you will find people coming in and out of parking spots most of the time. I enjoyed my experience here at Mariscos Jalisco and will be coming back very soon. You all need to come to this place.

Samantha L.

Seafood Tostada and Tacos! Apparently, I should've tried their shrimp fried taco though. Dishes (ranked by best): 1) Mixt Ceviche Tostado: contained shrimp, fish, and octopus 2) Fish Ceviche Tostado Logistics: -CASH ONLY -very limited free street parking -you order at the truck and there's indoor seating next to the truck

Aguachile rojo y tacos dorados de
Paulina M.

We ordered the tacos dorados de camarón ($3 each) and they were honestly the highlight--super good, piping hot and packed with a lot of shrimp. They come topped with salsa and avocado which adds a nice balance to the crispy taco. We also asked which aguachile was spicier, the red or the green, and they recommended the red, so we went with that. The 16 oz aguachile rojo ($20) was definitely spicy and comes with avocado and tostadas on the side, which made it great for sharing. Service was quick on a Monday afternoon, which was nice. The only downside is parking--street parking is pretty limited. They do have a small lot but it's $10 valet, so just keep that in mind.

Shrimp tacos
Francisco M.

There's street parking to get here and even that could be tricky. Expect to parallel park. The line moves quickly and the staff are nice and friendly. The food is ready fairly quick. They have an indoor seating area with some simple tables and chairs. There's restrooms available. I got the shrimp tacos. They were hot and fresh. It's a nice crispy crunch with each bite. It's flavorful and the avocado is a nice touch. The sauce used keeps the plate wet which might make the tacos soggy. But I actually ate all three tacos quick enough to avoid that issue just cause they were that good! It's definitely worth a try!

Susan T.

This place is awesome!!! such a hidden gem! They mainly sell more seafood than meat, but it's still amazing!!! the service is wonderful! they have a place for you to sit inside and it's super clean.

Kathleen N.

CASH ONLY! Why??? Not sure if I've been spoiled by the La Cienega food truck, but I literally had to pay $5 in fees to take money out of the ATM. Not worth all the trouble. How do I rate a shrimp taco I couldn't pay for with my credit card? DO BETTER!

Lisa F.

My husband had been craving these shrimp tacos. We used to go to 4 vientos but their quality changed. These shrimp tacos are similar but a little more flavorful. He also got the tostada with agua chiles on top, little too much going on with that. Over all food was good. They have a small hall set up with chairs and tables to eat.

Ken C.

This iconic LA food truck can be found on the streets of Boyle Heights. The hard-shell shrimp tacos at Mariscos Jalisco are an iconic LA dish. They're consistently recognized as one of the best bites in LA and they're worth $2.75. I don't know everything that they put in this taco, but there's definitely shrimp, avocado, cabbage, and salsa in a hard shell and it's delicious. If you're looking for LA's best street food, then this is a top spot to check out! Even as a street food taco trunk, they've been recognized by the LA Times as one of LA's top 101 restaurants since 2013. They took LA Times' "Gold Award" in 2024 as a top spot for one of the best bites in LA.

Shrimp taco
Eric A.

Fact: Mariscos Jalisco has the best crunchy shrimp Tacos in Los Angeles. Evidence: The crunchy shrimp tacos from mariscos jaliscos are the gold standard of crunchy tacos. Expect a deliciously fried taco with a perfected formula filing of shrimp and potato. It's moist, but not mushy, crunchy but not charred. Unlike any taco you've had, it's worth the drive. Staff is friendly, and the location has an indoor seating room right next to the food truck.

Tacos Dorados
Luis M.

Came here after a recommendation. The tacos were alright. I'm not the biggest food truck person. The taco salsa was the best part. I would have gotten salsa alone if I could. The tacos seemed like a mix of grounded shrimp and whole shrimp. I'd say standard. Plenty of seating inside. It was really quiet. Standard service.

Hot sauces
Arrianne D.

If you're in East LA and craving shrimp tacos, you have to go to Mariscos Jalisco. This place seriously has the best shrimp tacos -- they are consistently amazing. They never miss. Every single time we order, they're crispy, flavorful, and perfectly made. They also make for great leftovers! The service is always so friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. My family actually makes this our go-to spot before events -- we'll order a big batch of tacos to take with us, and they're always a crowd pleaser. At about $3.27 per taco, it's a great deal, especially when you're ordering in large quantities. One thing to know: they're cash only, so come prepared! But they make it super easy for big to-go orders. They pack everything up so thoughtfully -- salsa, hot sauce, avocados, limes, utensils, napkins -- all ready for parties or gatherings. We love this place so much. Definitely one of our all-time favorite spots in LA!

Tacos de Camarón $2.75 Each
Erik G.

What I Ordered: Tacos de Camarón $2.75 I've had Mariscos Jalisco bookmarked on Yelp and Google for a minute now. I should have come here ages ago! I finally set out to Boyle Heights to see what this hype was all about. Did it live up to the hype? Yes, it did! For the price of $6, you get two tacos. You really can't beat that deal! 2 Tacos won't fill you up, but it's a satisfying meal. I liked the display of the Tacos de Camarón here as it's not as smothered with salsa as 4 Vientos. It also comes with a slice of lime with is a nice touch. The portion size was much smaller than Mariscos 4 Vientos and had less shrimp as well. However, the quality of the shrimp tasted better here. It was also less starchy tasting than 4 Vientos. I would definitely come back here again for a Tacos de Camarón. I also want to try the Tostadas here.

aguachile roja and tacos de camarones
Celine K.

the aguachile roja was very flavorful and spicy. the tacos de camarones were also delicious. they're cash only and prepared relatively quickly. lots of nearby street parking too

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the shrimp taco quality, fresh seafood dishes, and friendly and fast service. The indoor seating is also comfortable.

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Thank you Eric, Love the description of our delicious taco.

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Bombbbbbbbbb... you gotta try this food truck. Tacos were delicious. The sauce was fire and the aguacate with the spicy sauce was gooooo!

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I had a very good experience at this location, their food is very delicious the atmosphere service

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Do they do/have shrimp substitute?

Is it cash only?

Cash only for the most part. They piloted CC payment but I guess it didn't work out.

What's the sauce that goes on top of the shrimp tacos? Is it just salsa? I'm planning on ordering for to go- will they pack the salsa on the side so the taco doesn't get soggy?

Yes even now when we order. The sauce is on the side in a cup and they just give you an avocado for you to cut slices yourself.

Is the Mariscos Jalisco in Pomona owned by the same owner?

Yes, it is! They have 5 locations.

Are the tacos fried in lard?

I'm going to say probably not, only because lard has a very distinct flavor and these taste more like they were fried in some type of vegetable oil.… 

Do they accept Venmo?

Cash only

Are there gluten-free options? I am hoping it is all corn products.

Yes. Mostly seafood and mexican food. They offer corn tostadas and corn tortilla for their tacos.

Whats the other location they have near Gardena?

The Gardena location is open on Fridays only at S. Figueroa & 140th St.

Anyone know where I can buy the habanero hot sauce "Sinaloa" they have here?

You can buy the abanero sauce at any Mariscos Jalisco location

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