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Taco Loco

4.4 (108 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Debra R.

We hit this place every time we are in Cabo. It is off the crazy harbor scene, on a side road, in a bunch of kiosks, a short walk off the cruise ship dock. My grilled fish taco was delicious as was the made to order guacamole sans onions because I am allergic to them, sadly. No language problem here. They have Bohemia cervezas, but if you need a mixed drink, there is an open air bar right next to the tables of this place. A covered salsa bar is available on the side. Extremely low priced but fun. There are several guitarists in the area anxious to serenade you.

Supposed to be Pastor Style... hmmm
Rudy D.

Not sure who is reviewing this place but Pastor Tacos are no bueno. Flavorless tacos. Tortillas were not homemade. Did the 4 tacos and beer special. Beer was cold.... 4 stars, minus 2 for subpar food. Also, not sure about the laws in Mexico, but surveillance in the restroom???

Sangria

The chicken taco and chicken quesadilla lacked flavor, even when dressed up with toppings. The chicken in them was chewy and hard to eat. Two of us ended up taking the chicken out and not eating it. The chicken mole was tasty though. Service was okay. Tables were clean. The mariachi band came to play at our table, but we politely declined and they went on their merry way to the next table. There were 2 tables there with locals so perhaps this restaurant is actually very good if you know what to order.

Pasta with fettuccine sauce
Melissa D.

Excellent service! A must come to when in Cabo. Very inexpensive but the food is so delicious! One of our favorite places. Recommend to everyone. Give it a shot you won't regret it. Ambiance is great too! It's by the jungle bar and you can get a couple mixed drinks to bring back to your table.

Lemonade
Cara H.

For the vegan in paradise, this is a very authentic feeling restaurant that serves meat but also has vegan and vegetarian options. The service was a little slow considering there weren't very many people there at the time but the veggie tacos were worth the wait! The mushrooms were grilled to perfection, a touch smoky and full of flavor! We ordered the guacamole and chips, the portion was generous and the guacamole delicious! We ordered a side of beans which thankfully they don't prepare with lard. The rice is vegan as well. Our dinner companions are omnis and they were very happy with their meals. We all ordered the mineral lemonade and it was delicious! The glass is very large and the flavor light and refreshing with very little sweetness, perfect!

2 beef and 2 pastor tacos jazzed up.
Troy K.

I have been to A LOT of taco joints in Cabo. I have walked past this busy place 100s of times without stopping. Yesterday, I stopped. Greeted immediately and server recommended the 4 tacos and a beer. I ordered 2 beef and 2 Pastor tacos and a Dos Equis. Ambiance is nice. Very traditional decor. After about 6-7 minutes (not too bad) my food arrives. The beef looked dry and the Pastor looked "creamy". Almost saucy. I was directed to the Salsa bar where there was a great selection of condiments. Radish, jalapeño, dry coleslaw, creamy coke slaw, pico, and a selection of salsas. Problem was, the salsa were not marked for temperature. I like a little kick, but don't want to be thrown on my butt. I jazzed up the tacos and proceeded to munch. Taco 1- good. Taco 2- good. Taco 3 (beef)- first bite is 100% grissel. Spitting out food in front of others is embarrassing. But it was terrible. I went to taco 4 (Pastor) - good. I was a little bummed. Grissel kind of takes the wind out of your sail. Even without the tough meat, the tacos were not "great" compared to local options. To their credit- their fish tacos looked outstanding (I did not try one though). I also say the chicken tacos- looked dry like the beef. Overall, if it is 2am and you need a quick fix, stop in. If you have time to explore a bit more- explore.

Chicken, shrimp and beer battered fish tacos
Suzie I.

Love the tacos here. Be sure to add the toppings from the refrigerated salsa bar area. My favorite is the beer battered fish with coleslaw on top. My husband loves the shrimp, chicken and beer battered fish.

Julie R.

We found this little outdoor bar (called MCO) on our way to Cabo Wabo, and turns out this place was way better! Cabo Wabo was overpriced and couldn't seat a group, so we ended up going here. The pina coladas were delicious and cheap, the bartenders were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was festive. We were serenaded my mariachi singers, and everyone had a great time.

Anna K.

Easy find at the marina - great deal for fresh tacos. The horchata was delicious! They have a huge selection of tacos - I recommend the chicken mole! The fish fried taco was mediocre.

Fish taco
Heather F.

We stopped here on our vacation to Cabo. It's a great inexpensive taco spot close to the marina and mall. It's like a hidden gem. In addition, they offer pasta, which I thought was different. The margaritas were very strong! One made me feel good! I love that they offer grilled vs breaded fish and shrimp. While you are sitting outside there are many bands playing live music for you. There are TVs surrounding the outdoor seating to catch your favorite game as well. Check this spot out if you are in downtown Cabo!

Cooking!
Jenn O.

Always good food and atmosphere- where the locals in the know go! Recommend the shrimp tacos.

Taco's and Day drinking in Cabo San Lucas... Awesome tacos!!!
Patrick H.

Been coming here since 2008, great way to start the day. Two tacos and a cerveza and another cerveza and...

Shrimp and fish taco, sangria
Nancy W.

We found this lil Hole in the wall spot on a whim walking by. And boy let me tell you it did not disappoint! We ordered a beer battered fish taco and one beer battered shrimp taco. Doesn't look like much when they give it to you on a plate. Literally just a piece of meat on a corn tortilla, then they tell you to go to their mini salad bar where you dress you taco. That's when the magic happens. There's like 3 different salsas to choose from, mild to spicy. I lathered mine up with extra sour crème Mayo whatever that white sauce was and a bunch of lime and their cold slaw. The tacos were BOMB. Tasted crunchy and fresh. I also got a horchata. It was sweet and not super thick. Which I like. Don't order their sangria. There's not much to it. No fruit. It's straight up tarty wine with some tarty lemon juice at the bottom. Unless your into that type of stuff. Fun ambiance because it's outdoor and there's an open outdoor bar right next to it which plays good music and is very lively. Also best part was for 6 tacos and 2 drinks. The total came out to be $20 usd! What a steal compared to other taco places.

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Amazing tacos homemade...a must. You are guaranteed to enjoy great food and great music....do it.. if not you will be sorry. Hidden gem.

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Everyone loved this food! Came 2 days in a row! Server was sweet and attentive. Fun environment just off streets by shops

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4 tacos & a beer, you can't lose. Spouse liked beef & pork, I liked the fish & pork. You won't be sad you went here!

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Be sure to visit here for 4 tacos (meat of your choice, with toppings) and a beer for only $8. Bargain. Not far from the Marina.

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“We found this little outdoor bar (called MCO) on our way to Cabo Wabo, and turns out this place was way better!”

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El Peregrino - Before the restaurant got packed and two tables of tourists

Before the restaurant got packed and two tables of tourists

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