It's really hard for me to find a Mexican food place that I really love, but I can say that this is one of my favorite taco places (if not my favorite). I've been coming here consistently since September of 2025. The birria tacos have the perfect amount of meat and they are SO JUICY and the meat is clean (I don't like my meat to be too fatty) I also like to get their watermelon water and their churros because they don't over fry them to where they are hard to bite. The location itself could be better because it's literally on the side of a gas station and sometimes I have to go around the occasional sketchy person BUT if you're willing to overlook that (and not go alone) it's really a hidden gem. The service is always fast and the inside of the establishment is always clean and well kept and they even decorate for the holidays! I've brought about 6-7 different friends and they've all loved it also. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Birria Quesataco Birria Taco Consome Homemade Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

everything was really good. specifically the boris quesadilla was delicious, and i loved the steak quesataco. my only comment was that the regular sized quesadilla felt very small, pretty much just like 2 tacos. my cousin, who is from out of state, said the ONE thing she was craving was papi's tacos solely from the last time she was in socal and had it. she literally said she dreams about it lol so we had to go- i'm sure that shows how good it is. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Birria Reg Quesadilla, chicken taco, steak taco - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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Our 2nd time here and we've enjoyed both visits. My nephew is a mulita fan so we look for places that over this. They have them along with tacos, quesotacos, quesadillas and you can pick the meats you want along with birria. Prices are reasonable. I do like their aqua frescas as well but those cost more then the food. :P It's been good and it's right next door to a bbq. Feels authentic to us. SYOY! read more

Quite a good experience. Came to fix my car nearby and was super hungry. All the restaurants nearby didn't look appetizing at all not even remotely so I decided to try some Papi Tacos. Consome was served hot in a cup of - consome is basically a soup with some onions. It is mostly liquid with nothing in it so don't expect to get full with it. Quesadilla was the best part of the menu for me - plenty of meet, cheese and juice. A taco was quite small that in the beginning I thought that that wouldn't be enough for me to get full. Service was quite good - I was asked whether i need the food here or to go. And then they even asked my name. Small details but they matter. Place is clean and located at the gas station. Restrooms are available with the code that you have to ask the staff. Generally clean and pleasant. Thank you for having me read more

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One of the best burritos and tacos I've ever had! Ordered on Uber Eats, was pleasantly surprised with what I received. The meat inside my carne burrito was smokey and had a unique flavor that I loved. The quesa birria taco was amazing also. 10/10 recommend. High quality meats. read more

This is a standalone spot that's connected to a gas station. I had to take my car in for service nearby and thought getting some tacos would be a good idea, because tacos are always a good idea. I saw on the map that papi tacos was close and I remembered in the past that I came up with the name Papi Churro for a Churro spot. I think they should call it Papi Churros just to make it more catchy. Anyways, the burrito here was pretty good. It was fried and I've never had anything like that. It comes with a pretty large cup of consome which is like the juice and drippings from the beef. You have to eat with a fork. Quick service and the food was legit. Not much of a vibe here. Think gas station diner...mostly workers nearby getting lunch. I'm okay with that. I'd rather pay for the food rather than fancy decor. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - OG birria burrito - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I've had my eyes in this place for a while. But each time I wanna go they are closed. Meaning I wanna go late at night. If I'm being honest this would hit late at night. Anyways to the review. Must I say I went inside and it felt quite open. You can see them cooking which is always a plus. You can see their kitchen was nice and clean! Had some plenty of seating with high tables, regular tables and even benches!!! The menu was nice and simple and didn't feel overwhelmed. The cashier was nice and I asked if I can sample the agua de Sandia and I will say I loved it. It wasn't too sweet and seemed pretty fresh!!! I ordered the OG plate which had plenty of items. The console was hot so be warned of sipping it!! Everything was sooooo good. Probably the best Burris I've had in a fat minute. Everything was soooo good!!! My friend said she gave it a 9/10 since she forgot to ask for no onions but if it didn't she would've given it a perfect score. Anyways the food is soooooo good. Don't sleep on it. Next time I'll try the burrito!!! read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - OG Plate - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

yummy food and good prices! inside was nice with a good amount of seating. it threw me off a little since it's located in a gas station but don't let that deter you! menu is simple and everything is priced so well for what you're getting! got the og burrito with birria and it comes with a side of consome. the birria was super tender and not super fatty like places i've had before! my only complaint is that their red onion was cut into very large chunks inside the burrito, other than that it was a great size for the price! also got a side of beans and rice, beans were standard and the rice was super flavorful. i'll definitely be coming back to try the churros as well!! read more

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This place delivers from the first bite to the last sip. I ordered the pollo asado burrito and it was genuinely excellent. The chicken had a beautiful char and a deep smoky flavor that stood out immediately, far more pronounced than anywhere else I've had pollo asado. It tasted intentional, bold, and perfectly balanced. The birria was just as impressive. Rich, tender, and deeply flavorful, with a consommé so good my friend literally drank it straight. That alone should tell you everything you need to know. We planned on trying the churros but waved the white flag. Next time. The space itself has a great vibe. Clean, inviting, and thoughtfully designed, with a pop of red that adds warmth and personality without trying too hard. Service was smooth and friendly, exactly what you want when the food is doing this much of the talking. This is the kind of meal that lingers in your memory. Already looking forward to the return. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Pollo asado burrito and birria quesadilla with consumé. Red and green salsa - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Papi Tacos & Churros in Santa Ana absolutely hit the spot. I got the carne asada burrito 10/10, packed with flavor, juicy meat, and wrapped up in a perfectly warm tortilla. The pineapple agua fresca was also a 10/10 super refreshing, just the right balance of sweet and tangy. And then there was the birria quesadilla with consome... yup you guessed it also a 10/10. Rich, cheesy, crispy on the outside, and absolutely loaded inside. The portions here are huge and the prices are great. I usually have a pretty big appetite, but this meal put me in a full on food coma, I literally went home and took a nap right after. To top it off, I shared the quesadilla with my brother! Didn't even have room for one of their famous churros (next time for sure). Service is quick and very friendly, which makes the experience even better. The inside is modern and vibrant, with great music playing that adds to the energy of the place. Bonus: there's a gas station right next door where I grabbed a Mexican Coke because let's be honest, what's Mexican food without a Mexican Coke? This place is pure comfort food heaven, and I'm already planning my return trip. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - OG Burrito Lrg Quesadilla - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I came here with my family to eat, and it did not disappoint! Food was great, we tried a little bit of everything on the menu. Their churros for dessert were especially amazing. Service was good, it's fast casual and this place is next to a gas station, but it was still super clean and overall an enjoyable experience. read more

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I had the O.G. Plate. Birria Taco, birria quesataco, birria mulita and a birria quesadilla. With consume. (I swear the consume had a hint of mole in it. Yum) I also couldn't resist the churros with dulce de leche. So good. So sweet. Good price for what you get and the service was super. They also have carne asada, grilled with mesquite and pollo asado, smoked with mesquite. But the birria is why I came here. Cooked for 16 hours. Everything was super delicious and fresh. Even the red and green salsa was delicious. I'm nearby for work and will be back in a couple of days. read more

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Staff wasn't friendly. Rushed us to order. I was asking them question about the food since I never been and they seemed bothered. I was excited to try this place after church with my family. Food was average service was below average read more

Papi tacos and churros doesn't look like much on the outside . It's right next to a gasoline station. The food price point is mid to high but the quality of their birria is on point that's what there known for .the ambiance is ok not bad but not great . The service to be honest fell short and that's the only reason why I'm giving them a 3 star rating . The workers there were dry and not very helpful . Seemed like they diddnt wanna be there which I get and understand but there's no way to give customers looks read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I could eat here every day if I could. Papi Tacos & Churros has the best quesabirria tacos I have ever tasted in California. The consomé is fantastic, and the churros are just as impressive. Every bite of the tacos is filled with rich flavor, and the quality is always amazing whether I dine in, order through DoorDash, or pick up takeout. Takeout is always quick, easy, and packed with care, maintaining the same high quality as dining in. The restaurant is always very clean and well-kept, which makes the experience even better. The staff is kind and welcoming, always offering great recommendations. I will definitely continue coming weekly for these delicious tacos made with care and passion. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Quesataco - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I come here for the birria tacos. The tortillas are dipped in the birria consume and it's just dripping with tasty goodness. My usual order also includes the consume con carne so that I can take the leftovers home to make birria ramen with it a day later. The mix of the consume and noodles is a great next day meal. Oh and the freshly made churros are great too. read more

Decided to switch things up from our usual Pakistani/Indian spots and try something new. Came here on a friend's recommendation. It's a clean, welcoming little joint tucked inside a gas station -- don't let that fool you! We ordered the carne asada, birria beef taco, and quesadillas. Everything was packed with flavor, and the prices were super reasonable. Service was fast and friendly too. We also tried their tacos which they were making fresh , tasted oh so good. Definitely glad we gave it a shot! Best part it was halal ! read more

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Not really a fan of birria tacos but I actually really liked the birria here!! The quesataco was amazing !! The service here is really amazing, workers are really nice and helpful! The place is really spacious with lots of tables and chairs. Would definitely come back. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Quesataco & birria tacos - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

This place is really great, and their food is also halal. I stopped by late on a Saturday evening to try their tacos. Parking was easy. The restaurant itself is clean and well-lit. I decided to order the beef birria, pollo asado, and carne asada. The food was prepared quickly. The tacos were all excellent, but my favorite was the beef birria - it was very flavorful. Apparently their churros are good too, but I didn't have a chance to try it. I will definitely come back again if I am in the area. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

This taco shop is located inside a gas station plaza. The star of the show was the smoked chicken tacos! WOW. My husband and I usually don't go for chicken tacos due to them normally tasting less flavorful and/or dry but these were amazingly tender and packed with flavor! I even had to ask my husband if was chicken since I was skeptical lol! The birria tacos and asada were solid as well. Our cashier was friendly and there was plenty of seating when we went on a Wednesday night. Can't wait to come back. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I try to come here at least once a week the food is always awesome they have some of the best carne asada tacos around and when you order it with avocado to give you a good amount and I love that they have Mexican Cokes and old school sodas like RC cola which I always get the only problem is the parking is not so good here there's literally only two spots in front of the restaurant and for some reason today the register was working very slow I was only two people back from the front and it took a while to order my food read more

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SO SO GOOD! I've been here multiple times and loooove this place. It never misses. The street tacos are good, the quesa birria tacos are insane, everything is 10/10 to be honest! I've taken friends here and they also love it. I wish their green sauce was available for sale I could drink it it's so good read more

Paid $2.75 each for a beef birria and polo asado. Tacos were so good, probably some of the best tacos I've ever had. The wait was a little long, but it was worth it. Parking wasn't too hard, and the environment was spacious. I do wish they gave out more onions and radishes, so I'll make sure to request that next time. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Ok this birria burrito was good and I like the baked potato the ramen was good also service was great but it was no where to park and no AC but other than that I really enjoyed the food.. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Steak Baked Potato - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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Besttttt Mexican food ever!! Their flavors are insane on their Birria and carne asada, I crave it all the time. Their portions are very good and very affordable, a burrito will last me 2 meals. They take your order first then bring out the food pretty quick and the seating is nice with variety of high tables, benches, etc!! And can't miss the OG ramen it's bomb. read more

Came to Gee's barbecue for lunch, after eating i stopped in Papi's for a couple of churros and drinks for me and my girlfriend. The churros were very good, crispy on the outside and soft, light, and slightly chewy on the inside, topped with plenty of cinnamon and sugar. Canned RC cola is a blast from the past. You don't see RC cola very often nowadays. Order and pay at the counter and you will be called when it's ready. Don't be scared off by the location being behind a gas station. The interior is clean, white, and well lit. Price was right and the churros were on point. I'll definitely be back. read more

Food is good. Portion was also good. Service was ok. The place is roomy. Can bring a group to eat they have plenty of tables

Went to this place for the first time and was blown away by how delicious the birria was! If you love birria, this is a must-try. The tacos were amazing--the slightly crispy tortilla was perfection. It held together beautifully and didn't break or fall apart like at some other birria taco spots. I had 3 tacos and honestly... they were so good, I think I could've eaten 2 more! lol read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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Want food poisoning and bad service where the cashier hangs up on you? Come here. Their male cashier working on Tuesday at 4PM hung up on me was extremely rude and saying he did not want to get involved and to call later when I mentioned how I got food poisoning from their carne asada quesadilla (their meat was hard and inedible). I called back to find out the manager name but no response. I've been a regular and loyal customer for 2 years since they first opened and it's too bad that this is the type of useless and lazy cashier that they hire for service. read more

I don't know why it took me so long to try this place, but better late than never! Everything was so flavorful and filling. The only issue was the cashier not able to understand my meat preference, so my meal ended up being all birria. It's spacious inside and there's an outdoor window for ordering and pick-up as well. The parking is a bit confusing, and tight. It's a restaurant on the side of a gas station and a car wash on the other side. read more

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Staff is very friendly and attentive, food comes quick and is hot and fresh. Go to order here is the OG Plate. Portion size is large enough to share if you are a light eater and big enough to satisfy those with a healthy appetite. Indoor and outdoor seating. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommended. read more

First off, the carne asada is off the charts amazing. The chicken and Birria are damn good. But get the carne asada! My new business is in Santa Ana so I went looking for great Mexican food. Read the reviews on Yelp. But in a gas station lot? No way! First trip I got the OG Burrito with Birria. Messy goodness with that consomé. I'm blown away. Buddy comes by for lunch. So of course, Papi!!!!!! He gets the carne asada OG burrito. Shared some and kaboom! Probably the best burrito I've ever had. And I go to Baja frequently. Had to go back the next day. Ordered 3 qusatacos of each meat. A adjective under my breath with each bite. I hope I have the will power not to go everyday. But hey, why not?!?!? Oh and the green salsa! Ate the radish slices like chips to get more of that salsa in my mouth. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - 3 quesatacos in each flavor. - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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The food was fresh. I had the beef and chicken tacos. They were street style size. Unfortunately, they did not have crunchy ground meat tacos which I prefer. Service was nice and the price was right. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Street style chicken and beef taco and churros - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

All the stars in the universe wouldn't be enough to give Papi, I've been coming here since they first opened. Not once have they ever failed to leave me speechless, no words can possibly describe so just have to give them a try. OG Birra burrito is my goto every time! Absolutely love this place! Can't wait to finally make it for the BBQ window before they sell out one day read more

This place is halal food which is dope. The tacos taste pretty decent. The tortillas is crispy and crunchy. The meat is tasty and different. It was overall good. HOWEVER, it was pretty oily the food. We got carna asada, birria and quesatacos. 8 of them to be exact. All of them were pretty oily. In fact you can taste the oils pretty hard. It's funny when I was cleaning my hands the oils weren't coming off easy lol Also not a big deal however the bathroom has a sign "if it doesn't open then it's occupied" so I waited 10 minutes for it but it seems like there's a code you need to enter. So it's counterintuitive maybe remove that sign or make it a little more straight forward. read more

Gave this place a second, third, and fourth try.. they got so much right! The food is consistent and delicious. Service is great!

Delicious! The staff were very friendly and got our food out very fast. There is seating inside the restaurant. We ordered a carne asada quesadilla, carne asada tacos, birria quesatacos, and (of course) some consume. The food here is absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend the birria here. The carne asada is also really good and has a smokey flavor. We also got a nutella churro, which was also very good. 100% will come again. read more

Papi Tacos & Churros - Lrg Quesadilla (Carne Asada), Taco (Carne Asada), Quesataco (Birria), Consome - Tacos Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Obsessed. Whenever I think I've found my favorite Mexican spot, I discover another one. Papi Tacos surprised me! Although its view is of a gas station, the food is phenomenal. The carne asada tacos were to die for. The tortillas are fried to just the perfect amount of crispy and the taste is unbeatable. The birria is what they are more known for I think. I can literally just drink the consome, still thinkin about it now. Can't wait to bring people here! read more

The place was a little sketchy with a homeless guy outside. I definitely feel the items were overpriced for what they were. I don't see myself coming back here. The food was not that great. My burrito was completely falling apart. They used a very thin tortilla that didn't hold up very well. read more

Omg yay so glad we stumbled upon this place. Even though it's right next to a gas station and isn't really packed during dinner. It was great! The place is overall clean even though the tables are a bit sticky. But the quesabirria tacos are yummy!! I loved how the tortilla wasn't too soggy. The broth was flavorful and wasn't too oily or made you feel ugh after. The taco is on the smaller side, so def rec ordering more than usual. But the prices are good about $2.5 for a quesa. The churro was a bit on the undercooked side and wish the chocolate was warm. But I'll def be returning!! read more

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