Sonoratown

Fantastic asada and habanero salsa. Stephanie is always a pleasure and very helpful. Thank you…read morealways.

Absolutely fantastic! As a newbie vegetarian I was craving some Mexican food other than brc…read moreburrito or cheese enchiladas. I tried La Taqueria and I've been back three times in one week. My favorite so far has the plant-based pastor vampiro. But today Vanessa recommended that I try the vegan birria mulita and now I just might have a new favorite! It was incredible. I still can't believe it wasn't meat! Reasonable prices, super friendly staff, clean place. Run, don't walk! You're gonna love it!

Patio area

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Very extensive menu!

Angel’s Tijuana Tacos

4.1(60 reviews)

2.7 mi

Hand made tortillas and burritos that are filled to the brim…read more I was introduced to this taco stand by friends and honestly it's worth it. The first one I've been to was out in LA next to dodgers stadium but the fact that this one is right here in west side of Long Beach makes the difference. Al pastor on the spit and carne asada perfectly marinated. Can't beat it. If you're in the area and looking for some quality and quantity tacos the search is over come to Angel's Tijuana Tacos

DISGUSTING place to eat. After having such a horrible experience I will never return.read more

Al Pastor

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Guisados

4.5(190 reviews)

2.3 mi

Amazing food even better service. I was already a fan of other location but this one takes it!…read more Jesus the Manager was very attentive and the entire staff made me feel right at home. I'm constantly suprised with how consistent their menu is! I order Chorizo & Tocino breakfast burrito!! Worth it 100%. Ps...horchata cold brew...BOMB!

Great juicy flavorful chicken tacos, best tacos ever…read more best salsa I've ever had in awhile and added so much to the tacos. It's slightly expensive but honestly worth it. 4 chicken tacos 4 life

Just opened

The steak taco is juicy and flavorful. the meat was so good i didn't even notice there was black beans in it

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Taqueria La Mexicana

4.0(1.2k reviews)

2.1 mi

I wanted to give Taqueria La Mexicana 4 stars!…read more The taco asada was delicious, with a nice citrusy flavor, and the meat was packed in! The tostada de carne asada was also very fulfilling--lots of meat and a good portion for the price. Everything was reasonably priced. Thank you, Yelpers, for suggesting this taco spot! I'm glad I gave it a try. Downside: There's no assigned parking, so finding a spot can be a little challenging. Also, cash only, so come prepared! Overall, a good spot for a satisfying and reasonably priced taco meal.

Great food at a great price. 100% recommendations. Wife…read moreloves the Bean and cheese; chicken taquitos are delicious as well. You gotta try the carne asada burritos too!! Red salsa is delicious. Must try!!!

Sope de Asada.

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Tacomasa

We don't come here often enough! We always leave satisfied with our meals. This round I tried the…read morecarne asada vampiro and adobada taco - both were delicious! The vampiro was my favorite. I also really enjoyed the watermelon agua fresa. It wasn't too sweet, rather just right. Location is easy to get to and we enjoyed sitting outside. Parking is limited. Staff is friendly.

About two years ago, I regularly visited this place every Friday and occasionally on Saturdays,…read moredespite the roughly 20-mile drive from my home. At the time, I enjoyed the food and considered the drive worthwhile. However, after the restaurant changed cooks, I noticed a decline in the overall quality and stopped returning. Today, I decided to give it another try and stopped by for a small bite. I ordered the vampiro, but unfortunately, it did not meet my expectations. The meat lacked noticeable seasoning or flavor, which was particularly disappointing given the restaurant's claim of cooking with mesquite coals. The tortilla topping also appeared to be more like a pre-made tostada than a tortilla toasted over an open flame. Traditionally, I would expect a lightly charred tortilla, which adds flavor and texture to the dish. Based on this visit, the quality has not returned to what I remember from two years ago. I was disappointed with the food and do not plan to come back to this location or any other for that matter.

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Tacos Lionydas

4.5(176 reviews)

3.5 mi

Overall: 4.7/5…read more Street side taco stand by the big Long Beach traffic circle. Expect to wait a bit in line but the food is totally worth it! We got asada and pastor tacos which they were generous with in terms of meat portion. The meats had a lot of flavor and I love that the pastor comes with fresh pineapple slices. We also got a burrito with asada, beans, rice, cheese, cilantro and onion. Got 8 tacos and 1 burrito for $32. Well worth it. Note: Cash, Zelle or Venmo only

Finally tried this place out! We had the papas asada and it was great! It wasn't dry. Lots of meat…read moreand right amount of cheese. Downside is just parking around the neighborhoods then you have to walk over. But hey I think it's worth the small walk and think of it as exercise before you dig into your awesome meal.

Dinner Plate (3 Tacos with rice & beans)

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The Trompo

La Chancla Mexican Grill

4.4(787 reviews)

1.4 mi

The food is always amazing anytime we're out in California. We found this place on a whim one day…read moreand has become a must go every time we are in the area.

Came here on a Wednesday around 1pm. Table inside and outside. Tables couldve been cleaner. No…read morebathroom. Parking lot in front. Ordered to go. Serivce was okay. It was rude to take the other person in line order before mine I was waiting awkwardly. Ordered two tacos de asada and pollo. The asada was good the pollo okay. Some part were very chewy. All in all for price 9$ for two tacos to taste I wish serivce and tatse was better quality.

Menu and ordering counter

Guacamole and chips

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Mango aqua fresca

El Sauz Family Restaurant

3.6(642 reviews)

1.4 mi

El Sauz is THE late-night munchies spot!…read more I've been coming here for years, and one of the things I love most is that they're open late. I've ordered food here as late as 2:30 AM! They have a sit-down restaurant, a karaoke room, and even a walk-up window outside if you're just looking to grab something quickly. They're known for their tacos and their spicy habanero salsa, which definitely is spicy, be warned. LOL If you're dining inside, the chips and salsa are top-tier. Sooooo good and addicting! My personal favorite is the shrimp quesadillas. They're tiny, but mighty when it comes to flavor! I also like ordering their oysters. So far, they've always been clean, fresh, and hit the spot. They also have Micheladas, both the traditional version made with alcohol and a non-alcoholic version made with mineral water. Both are really good, and I highly recommend giving them a try! And for dessert, the rice pudding is served cold, and it's honestly one of the best I've had. Everyone I've brought here has been happy with their food and their choices, which says a lot because I've brought many friends and family here. As far as parking goes, you can usually find street parking, there's a parking lot, and there's also parking behind the restaurant. I will say the neighborhood is a little sketchy, but if you're local, it's really not a big deal. If you're coming from outside the city and aren't familiar with the area, I'd recommend just dining inside. There's a lot of homeless and liquor store activities across the street. It's usually not a big deal, but again if you're not used to it, you may freak out. Overall, El Sauz is one of my go-to spots for the late-night munchies, post concert, club, bar etc.

Del Real Foods Birria is premade birria that tastes better than this, and you can buy it along with…read morea premade bag of diced onions and tortillas from almost any grocery store. We were so excited to try this place but left very disappointed. It was about $2.7 per taco considering 6 tacos were $16.5. So yeah, given the price, there are higher quality options locally. These unfortunately were crunchy, chewy, premade tortillas, cheese not grilled in properly, birria and chicken so dry and stringy and also tasted premade (you can tell when the meat doesn't retain the juice and is dry, and the flavor is stale), and pickled vegetables that somehow didn't taste pickled. The other problem was the portion of the consomé size, which was way too small. The best thing was the grilled onions and consomé because you literally can't possibly fk that up. Although the consomé was a bit too gravy-like, and thick which considering the quality of everything else...was off putting. Ambiance felt fast paced, cramped parking, and a little dirty from being dated but it also had a fun, casual nightlife vibe. The service was fast and kind. They answered questions quick and politely without rushing us out of line. We had really high hopes for this place. This was not a first time either, we tried these guys years ago but even then it was mid. Now it just confirmed it. We do not recommend coming here unless you are craving tacos you can't make at home with premade ingredients, or find at another restaurant.

Carne Asada plate

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Wet asada burrito

Next Door

4.3(224 reviews)

0.1 mi

Solidly okay mexican food, I've had better, and I've had worse. The steak in the fajitas was really…read moresoft, but I don't remember anything else being remarkable. The building didn't say "Next Door" anywhere on it, so I was unsure if we were at the right place.

Friday evening review:…read more Sat outside since we had my puppy with me, the waiter was kind immediately and even told us which table was a little rocky. Service overall was good-not spectacular but good. Things seemed to take a while to come out and it took a while to get the bill but really no big deal. Food was spectacular though. Super high quality. I loved my seafood chile rellano, they did not go cheap whatsoever on the filling and it was enough to eat the next day as well. My husband got the birria tacos (not pictured) and they were also really good but a little steep for not coming with rice and beans. Ceviche was fresh as well as guac but guac did not come with the chicharron like mentioned in the description. Enchiladas were good too, loved the heat of the sauce. We will be returning if back in the area soon!

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Kique’s Taqueria

4.4(122 reviews)

4.2 mi

I can see why this place went viral on tik tok!…read more I saw the special on the sign out front - 13.95 for 3 tacos/ rice / beans / fountain drink and I was sold. I mean...what a bargain! I came at 5:00 on a Wednesday and luckily there was no line. (I've driven by and kept driving because the line was so long...) The guy taking my order was really sweet and prompt . When I couldn't decide on the drink...he mentioned for an upgrade I could get guava drink that they make with guava they grow- SOLD! And it was definitely the right choice-sweet and fresh! I got two chicken tacos and one pastor. The chicken was solid pieces of high quality chicken and so flavorful and moist. The pastor was nicely seasoned. The beans were soo sooo tasty!! I wish I had more-I gobbled them right up!! They have a couple tables outside as well as inside tables. The salsa bar had a nice range of options- I recommend bringing your own container cause the containers they have are waaay too small to enjoy enough of all the amazing salsas. I looove their green lime salsa.

Kique's has an amazing taco Tuesday deal! ($1.95 per taco) It is a small spot and gets PACKED…read moretuesday evenings. When you get there be wary to not wait in the wrong line. There are often two lines, one to order your food and one for the salsa bar. Be sure to make sure you are waiting in the correct line. My go to order is 1 shrimp, 1 fish, and 1 asada taco. My favorite is forsure the fish taco! The asada also has a nice seasoning and isn't greasy or overly cooked. The salsa bar has multiple salsas that are mostly mild. If you prefer spicy salsa you can ask a worker to get you the habanero they keep in the back. Pairs well with the shrimp and fish taco! 9/10

I like the furniture there.

Inside the chicken, jalapeño & cheese fried quesadilla

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Tasty Tacos. Carne Asada

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Chance P.

14

57

222

2 years ago

Sonoratown in Long Beach is a dream come true! Years ago, I attempted to brave the line at their DTLA location, but my post-night-out self couldn't handle the wait. Fast forward to today--finding out there's a Sonoratown in Long Beach felt like fate. Their tacos are perfection. Each bite strikes a balance of spice, juice, and savory goodness from the meat. They've truly mastered the art of making simple, flavorful tacos that don't overwhelm but leave a lasting impression. The fresh tortillas, the char, the sauces--it's all on point. Conveniently located in Downtown Long Beach, this spot is worth the quick trip (or even a detour). No crazy waits, just amazing tacos served in a chill and welcoming vibe. Whether you're a local or just passing through, make sure Sonoratown is on your list. read more

Jay R.

8

43

19

2 years ago

I've been to Sonora Town twice now, and it's about time I write a review for this local gem! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and welcoming vibe, everyone here is super friendly and kind. The first time I visited, I asked for a recommendation, and I can confidently say they didn't steer me wrong. The food was incredible! On my second visit, I decided to try something new, and once again, it was absolutely delicious. This is a fantastic Mexican spot located right in downtown Long Beach. If you're in the area and craving authentic, flavorful food, you've got to give Sonora Town a try. I can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu! read more

Cess G.

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86

17

1 year ago

We decided to try this restaurant because of the great reviews, but unfortunately our experience was very disappointing. The meat was overcooked, extremely crunchy, and had no flavor at all. Honestly, the only thing we enjoyed were the flour tortillas, which were good. I'm not sure why this place has such high ratings, because the food itself did not meet expectations. I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Vi Z.

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14

0

1 year ago

This place completely turned my day around after a bad experience at the spot next door. The staff here are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the food was absolutely delicious! Just a heads-up--the sauce I tried was very spicy, so definitely taste-test before diving in. Overall, such a great find and a much-needed pick-me-up! read more

Thomas W.

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2

0

1 year ago

Legit fire Pulled up to Sonoratown cause a buddy wouldn't shut up about it - and damn, he was right. Got the carne asada tacos and chivichanga - straight up bussin. Tortillas were soft as hell, meat had that smoky vibe, and the salsa slapped. Nothing fancy, just GOOD food done right! read more

Dinora A.

12

208

3

2 years ago

I was across the street at the farmers market and saw that they have a location in Long Beach so I had to try! Amazing steak tacos with a big smoky flavor and the salsa is hot! Love the red salsa here it's so fresh and spicy. read more

Sal T.

1

68

3

2 years ago

Don't know what the hype is about this place. I got a steak burrito and the beans had no flavor. The steak was tender but also not well seasoned. I recommend you go to the hole in the walls. read more

Ryan M.

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2

0

2 years ago

Highly recommended for amazing tacos, fresh ingredients, and a cozy atmosphere! The flavors are incredible, especially the carne asada and flour tortillas. Perfect spot for taco lovers! read more

L'Toya W.

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30

1

2 years ago

Delicious food!! I had the quesadillas. They were seasoned very well and so delicious.

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