The hype around this place did not disappoint! It was busy when we arrived but the line moved quick. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was laid back and it wasn't too hard to find a spot to sit and wait for our food. The food was amazing! I ordered a fish burrito (which was amazing!) and some loaded tots. Was a perfect meal after a day of hiking and exploring the island It is located behind several other buildings so if you didn't know it was there you'd probably miss it- hidden gem through and through read more

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Came for lunch on our last day in Tofino. Ordered a super veg burrito and tater tots to share. The line was massive, which is to be expected for a Saturday afternoon on a sunny day. We waited about 45 minutes altogether (line-up to order and for our food) Pros: - huge burrito for $15. The yam is a nice touch - tots ($7) came out nice and hot with the option for more toppings (cheese, guac, etc.) for $3 more - plenty of seating while you wait, but not much shade (for those sensitive to heat) or on rainy days - food was very solid in terms of taste and very filling Notes: - parked by the surf shop and walked over. Lots of parking in that plaza area - if you want to add any side orders, you can at the pick-up counter and not have to wait in line again to go up to the ordering window read more

Tacofino - Plain tots with sour cream - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

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-Tuna Ta-taco Taco (9$): this was potentially my favourite item that I got. The tuna was so fresh, seared deliciously leaving the inside moist and on the rawer side (which I personally prefer), and (I believe) marinated in a soy marinade of sorts. While the wakame (seaweed) salad it was served with on top was a bit of a miss (I find that wakame salads can be hit or miss depending on how fresh they're made-otherwise they have a very potent ocean flavour, which this one had), all the flavours married well together. -Krispy Chicken Taco (8$): I also thoroughly enjoyed this. Typically the burrito version is my go-to at other tacofino locations. -Pork & Kimchi Gringa (8.25$): I was shockingly a bit disappointed with this. Although the crispy cheese bit is scrumptious, I found it to be very salty (and typically I enjoy salted things). I wish it had something sweet to cut through the cheese. -Pork Gringa (7.50$), Chicken Gringa (7.50$): My qualm with these is similar as the Pork & Kimchi Gringa-found them to be quite salty and wish they had something sweet (like a pickled onion or perhaps even pineapple) to help cut through. -Mango Coconut Liquado (8$): Albeit expensive, it was tasty and seemed to have fresh mango in it. Overall, I thought the portions were on the smaller side, but everything was flavourful, and would definitely recommend trying it if you're ever in Tofino! Service was definitely on the slower side (we had to wait ~1 hour from arrival to getting food, so wouldn't recommend going if you're ravenous and on an empty stomach. read more

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As you get yourself out of parking lot you already can smell the delicious of fresh cooking. They got all kind of tacos fresh salsa toppings read more

So worth the hype! We arrived at Tacofino 15 minutes before they opened, and there was already a group waiting in line. The food truck was covered in stickers, and had a small outdoor seating area, which no one was using due to the rain. The menu was pretty small, and the recommendation was to get 2 tacos if you're hungry, and 3 if you're starving. I ordered the Fish Taco and Tuna Taco, and my boyfriend chose the Pacific Cod Burrito. Once we ordered, we were given a buzzer, so that we could wait in the car. The food took longer than expected, but was absolutely worth the wait. Both my tacos were fantastic! The pacific cod in my Fish Taco was so perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and went great with the chipotle mayo and salsa fresca. The Tuna Taco had a sesame glaze and two large pieces of pickled ginger. I was worried the ginger would be too much, but it was the perfect amount for the tuna. My boyfriend also loved the Pacific Cod Burrito, and we left happy and full. Would totally return in the future! read more

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Great food! Service with a smile! Expect a lineup and wait for food. No room to eat there so we took it to go. We shared a burrito and got a gringa for our daughter. Everything was delicious! read more

Tacofino is a very popular food truck in or near Tofino. The food is super fresh and tasty. I have to say it lives up to the hype. Waiting times can be a concern. When it's crowded you can expect to wait up to 30min in queue. read more

Tacofino - Loaded Tater Tots - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

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Tacofino is the Mecca of Canadian west coast tacos. Coming in a winter month definitely means a shorter wait but it's worth it regardless of how long the wait is. The fish tacos are absolutely unbelievable. They have the most perfect batter that is deep-fried to crispy perfection and the slaw and salsa on top vibe really well with the deep fried fish and creamy sauce. One fish taco cost $7.75 and it was recommended to me to order two in order to be full. I think I was a bit caught off guard by the price but after receiving it and eating it and seeing the size I understood. It wasn't just a dainty taco for the price. My husband got the chicken burrito for $15 which he devoured and thought was excellent and delicious. He found the guacamole in the burrito to really hit the spot as well as the sauce that went with the chicken. I have to admit eating fish tacos in the winter is a little difficult. I guess I have to say eating fish tacos after it has rained is very difficult and especially when the serving bowl is tinier than the two tacos.. Burritos are easier to eat in your hand anywhere but tacos require a table and a seat and unfortunately all the seats were wet and tables damp or covered in bird poop. We ended up scooting onto the corner of a semi wet table and unfortunately my taco lost a lot of its toppings. The crows were happy though. Anyways, if you are in Tofino definitely come check out this original Tacofino location. I can't quite recall if the Vancouver locations are as delicious as this food truck. read more

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july 2025...new truck exterior looks brighter, cleaner & more appealing...but why can't they build a bigger kitchen to serve food faster?!!! today's wait was 45m to order and another 30m for the food. the miso taco was surprisingly delicious!! the pork gringa with kimchi was good, but don't order kimchi next time, because it's served cold and cools down the hot and crispy taco. the watermelon freshie with basil was great...a refreshing fruit slushy. read more

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We were here on a wet day in November so no lines at all. The place looks fantastic! Kinda felt like we were at Key West. Great beachy vibe for sure. The service was very friendly and you can tell every order is cooked as ordered. There wasn't any covered place to sit so when the weathers bad this might not be a spot. We stood in the rain and some ate in the car! The food is super fresh and full of "wild" ingredients. I use the word "wild" because I'm old and eat tacos all over the world. I love tacos.. These are just not your authentic Mexican Tacos we were used to or expecting. Our fault for not reading up more I guess. Sadly our ladies could not even eat their 4 beef tacos at all. My buddy and I enjoyed ours but really not our taste. This of course does not make them bad by any means! We are just traditional eaters I guess.. You could tell the ingredients were super fresh and they take pride in their product. read more

Tacofino is certainly overhyped. Living in Austin,Texas for 15 years I have eaten my share of fish tacos and other delicious tacos. I have witnessed the phenomenon of young people happily standing in line for long periods to eat. Now living in BC I made the trek to Tacofino and enjoyed lunch. It was fine. Nothing exceptional. The wait and service was ridiculous. And the green slime they sell as guacamole is so bad that their food safety accreditation should be revoked. That said, Mexican food in BC has come a long way since my student days here read more

Tacofino was recommended to us by multiple friends. After a long day of kayaking in Tofino, we couldn't not try it - it is said to be a Tofino staple. The tacos themselves were great. I wouldn't say they're the most authentic tacos, but we really enjoyed the flavors and the quality of the ingredients. We ordered a fish taco, a beef taco, the pork and kimchi gringa, and the watermelon basil freshie. All of them were very flavorful and tasted really fresh. The truck was super cute and it seemed like a popular spot - it was pretty busy even on a weekday in the late afternoon. BUT.. Although the tacos were good, the wait was SO heinous that we ended up feeling like the tacos weren't worth the wait. We waited almost 40 minutes for 3 tacos, and it was a pretty windy and chilly day so the wait experience wasn't the most pleasant either. There is a line to order, and an even longer wait to get your actual food. Their serving system is just so inefficient -- your food is made (which takes forever) and set on a counter and then an employee comes out of the truck to a small stand in front of the truck, to then "prepare" your order and finally call your name. I didn't really understand the point of this "middle person," and this extraneous step between you and your food added an extra 3-5 minutes (sometimes the employee would delay in coming out) to each customer's order. It adds up, and feels simply heartbreaking to get your hopes up seeing a row of tacos on the counter only for them to be slowly "prepared" and your name still not called. Waiting for almost 40 minutes only to finish our food in less than 10 felt so bad. That being said, we're glad we tried this spot. The tacos were really great and I do recommend trying them, but beware of a long, long wait! read more

Tacofino - Beef taco, fish taco, pork and kimchi gringa - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

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I dream about Tacofino and look forward to visiting just to eat their tacos. One of the affordable places still left in this town. Highly recommen. read more

Service was very nice! Everyone seemed passionate and happy to be doing what they were, and the food was incredible, some of the best tacos I've ever had in my life, I'd have no gripes but the wait in the rain was rather long. However that's not much in their control Would recommend read more

Grab yourself a large bottle of water as things are salty at Tacofino. Perhaps it was just a heavy-handed chef making my order, but I found the soy marinade in the tuna-ta taco ($8.50) so prominent that it was all I could taste (my friend, on the other hand, found theirs fine). It could be that the tuna wasn't seared long enough so that the soy didn't have a chance to burn off and caramelize, the fish tasted like it was dunked in soy and quickly swished onto the flat top, so it was barely warm. Along with the heap of pickled ginger and wakame (sweet seaweed salad), this taco is certainly bold in flavours. It's a shame as the tuna taco would have been outstanding if the condiments weren't so overpowering. Despite the decent portion of tuna stuffed into the taco, I could barely taste it. The Baja-style fish taco ($7.50) was better. The batter was thick but helps to soak up the chipotle mayonnaise and keep the shredded cabbage and pico de gallo adhered to the tortilla. Again, it incorporated some good flavours, and the tempura ling cod was flaky and fried to perfection. Both are sizeable tacos and would have been sufficient to leave me satisfied. Yet, after waiting so long, I was ravenous and added a pork and kimchi gringa ($8). What exactly is a gringa you ask? To me, they are like quesadillas, but according to Taro Sushi Brooklyn there are three differences between the two toasted tacos: gringas are traditionally eaten cold, filled with beans and cheese, thicker and flatter, and made using wheat flour tortillas. Gringas are also from Mexico while quesadillas originate from Spain. At Tacofino, their pork and kimchi gringa includes a cheese and slow-cooked pork filling (not just beans) and it is hot (not cold) and toasted until there is a lovely golden crust... the ideal first bite after waiting outside in the cold for so long. Out of the three, this was my favourite. The filling so rich as the juices and grease from the pork and cheese mix together with the pickled kimchi to create a messy gooey bite that is a hit of flavours. Gringa or quesadilla? Who cares, just get it. read more

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Visiting the original Tacofino food truck is definitely an attraction in Tofino. The line was just over an hour long around lunch time over the long weekend, but the whole process was very well organized. There's also a washroom right by the line which was great. The staff were all super friendly and very helpful with any questions and they even have a FAQ board next to the menu. Be aware that the food takes quite awhile even after ordering before it is ready. The tacos were super delicious and mostly worth the wait. I'd definitely recommend visiting if you care that this is their original location. Otherwise, it might be quite frustrating to line up for something that would be much quicker elsewhere. There are also other fish tacos nearby without the lines. read more

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Tacos were good but were they worth the hour and a half wait? Not so much. Although the tacos were quite unique (never had ginger on a tuna taco before) Although visiting the original tacofino was part of the experience, I'm not sure I would get it again unless I went at a time with hardly a line. read more

Tacofino - Seared ahi tuna taco, Baja fish taco, steak tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

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Famous for a reason!! The tacos are truly amazing! We had 4 tacos - beef, chicken, bean, and fish and all 4 were probably the best we've had. The burritos looked incredible. They're huge! Make sure you're ok with the wait. Even with a shorter line up - things take time because it's all made fresh. Definitely worth the wait!! We would definitely have again!! Don't be scared away by the line ups - you'll be glad you waited. read more

My family and I were looking for some local cuisine and came across this wonderful place! The Food Truck it's self was festive and fun! Full of stickers and very clean! I had to stop for a picture. I loved the outdoor seating on picnic benches. It gave that authentic food truck feel! Everyone was kind and very knowledgeable about the menu! You could ask them anything and they were more than happy to help. The food was fresh and incredible! Everything is made in house and prepared with local ingredients. You could taste the passion that was put into creating this creative menu. I would suggest this place to anyone! It has that fresh ocean taste! Tater Tots with buttermilk chili créma sauce. These tots are crispy and crunchy on the outside. Yet, flaky on the inside. Which, gives them that addictive quality that makes you dream about them! They were super flavorful with the perfect amount of salt! Fried to perfection! The Buttermilk chili créma was spicy, tangy, and zesty. A truly one of a kind flavor. It kept you coming back for more! All and all loved this! The Tempura Ling Cod Tacos were absolutely incredible! I'd tell everyone that you have to try this! The cod was fresh and delicate. The tempura is crispy and crunchy on the outside. Yet, the fish is flakey and moist on the inside! The chipotle mayo was zesty, spicy, and light. It added a nice rich creamy balanced flavor to the dish. The salsa Fresca was bright and tangy! It was well balanced and very colorful too! The fresh cabbage added a sweet crisp crunch that made the taco addictive! And that squeeze of fresh lime tied the whole taco together! The flour tortilla was cooked to perfection and held in every last once of the very full big taco! I savored every last bite! They definitely give you the best bang for you buck! It was perfectly balanced and left you wanting more. Even though, I was full! read more

Tacofino - FISH tempura ling cod, chipotle mayo, cabbage, salsa fresca, flour tortilla Tater Tots with buttermilk chili créma sauce. - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

Food is amazing. A lot of people complain about the lines but we preordered, walked up, grabbed our food and left happily. Everyone is super nice and the portion sizes are pretty big. We loved it. read more

Tacofino is nestled at the very back of the parking lot, behind the Beaches Grocery store. If someone hadn't recommended this food truck type eatery then I would probably never have stumbled upon it. I don't think it is advertised on the street signs near the highway, and maybe that is a purposeful design because there are usually a lot of people in line or standing around waiting for their food. This keeps the lines "shorter?" In any case, it is truly a hidden gem! I ordered the pork burrito after a long day of hiking. It was just the right amount of juicy, filled with rice, beans and meat. I was surprised that there was hardly any overlay of the tortilla but it never fell apart as I ate it. The employees were super friendly and helpful to explain their menu (as I'm sure they do many times everyday!), and they patiently answered all my questions to help me decide on just the right menu item. The only thing that could possibly make the Tacofino experience better would be to provide a covered patio (I visited in the rain and took the food back to my hotel room). A word of caution for the area: beware the crows! They're aggressive. One clipped my head as I was walking away with my food! read more

We had to try the original location. Despite it being a rainy day, there was a line but we were not disappointed. My girlfriend also said that the tacos were bigger and the fish tacos were much better than the ones in Vancouver. Be sure to get extra napkins because they load the tacos (especially for the Fish Tacos) Crispy Chicken They were good but nothing too special Fish These were great. It was crispy, soft, flaky, with a great amount of toppings to compliment the fish. Tuna This was my favourite. Thought the flavour combination was great with perfectly seared tuna, seaweed salad, ginger, and some sauce that has a hint of wasabi. We also got the Chocolate Diablo cookie which was a decent size with a good amount of gooeyness while the edges felt like those slightly hard edges on brownies. It was finished with some salt and had a little bit of spicy kick to it as well. The ordering process was smooth and I would definitely order again. Just a note though: Although you can ask to have it adjusted, they do have an automatic 10% gratuity which wasn't really explained why but just something to keep in mind. read more

Tacofino - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

So when in Tofino.... Its a must stop for us when we're in Tofino, came twice in our 4 day trip because it was so good! First time here was years ago before they even had a lower mainland location, loved it then. Ok so cold, pouring rain, Covid, couldn't keep us away. Fish tacos all the way, fresh, tasty, and filling! Yes we waited a long time, yes I was wet head to toe, but it was worth it! read more

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Simply some of the best Mexican food we have had. And, we are from Southern California which has many outstanding Mexican food options.

We weren't planning to come to Tacofino (as we've never been impressed by their Vancouver locations) but we'd gone surfing earlier and hadn't ate lunch. It's located in the same plaza as Tofitian Cafe and Wildside Grill. We dropped in on a Tuesday afternoon (around 4:15pm) and it was busy. Luckily, the wait time was only about 20 minutes to get our food but crazy given the (random) time of day that we went. Walk up to the front to order and pay, then wait for your name to be called. The menu options are simple; tacos, burritos and gringas. Tacos are ridiculously overpriced ($4.50 to $7.75). Are you kidding me? For drinks, they carry Tofino Kombucha and Jarritos. - Gringa ($5.75) - super greasy but it did have a cheesy melt going on. Pork was decent. Seems like this would be better if you were hungover. Wouldn't get it again. - Fish burrito ($13.50) - better than we expected! Burrito was stuffed and the fish was tender with a good crispy batter. Although eat your burrito quickly because the sauce gets the burrito wet and cold quickly. Popular and pricey. I wouldn't classify Tacofino as a must visit but it sufficed. read more

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It's without a doubt, fantastic. We've been frequenting this place for years and it's always one of our first stops in Tofino. Go, don't mess around, just do it. It's absolutely delicious. Please open in Nanaimo one day. read more

Long wait when it's busy, but its worth it. Loved the fish burrito and huge guac & chips. Be ready to eat outside and chill at the picnic tables. read more

We fell the hype!! We waited an hour for tacos, and while they were good, they were not anything special. Tuna taco was delicious, but a little scrimpy on the tuna. Fish taco was the best in show. We also received the wrong taco in one of our orders. Worth it if there's no wait, but not worth the hype in my eyes.... read more

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It is good food, definitely worth a stop. But we found it lacking sauce/acid. A like cilantro sauce or something would elevate the tacos, burritos we had. read more

I've been to the downtown Vancouver location several time, so it was great to try out the OG Tacofino, the one that started it all. Located at the very back corner of a food stop near the primary highway, the food truck is hard to miss once you find the crowd and line ups. In summary, the food truck and location itself is very basic. There are the cooks inside the truck, one cashier to take your order and one staff that calls out your name when the order is ready. There are no covered seating area, very limited tables (this is during Covid times) and when we went in November, it was wet and muddy. They serve food in paper plates, no paper bags or boxed and we had to eat out at the back of our car...in the rain. And oh yah, we waited approximately 1 hour from start to finish. So was it worth it ? I would say yes if you're not too fussy and want to experience a trending local food truck with one very tasty menu. The fish taco and pork kimchi Gringa was flavourful, fresh and unique. And we did leave feeling satisfied and happy despite the "ambience" of it all. However, for those who prefer comfort, less mess and convenience this might not peak your interest one bit regardless of the menu. Overall, being a foodie and being food motivated in life, I would recommend it as 5/5. read more

Tacofino - The Original Tacofino Stand - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

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So after a day of beachcombing , hubby and I were getting hungry. We decided to check out Tacofino, the original food truck that started a wave of Mexican restaurants in and around Vancouver. The lineup was long 40 mins long to be exact and it was 5 pm and cold (mid Nov) but nobody seemed to mind, then again everyone looked like they were twenty somethings that just got out from catching waves! We finally reached the ordering window and went with the following: Baja style Fish Taco - tempura battered ling cod, salsa fresca, chipotle mayo and shredded cabbage. This was the BEST fish taco I have ever had!! The fish is fresh, hot, perfectly battered and you got three large pieces squashed into a 6" tortilla! No other location does it quite like this! Beef taco- tender seasoned grilled steak with siracha mayo, pickled relish and cilantro. The steak is super tender and works well with the pickled relish, the siracha isn't spicy but does add a little something more... Fish Burrito- WOW! Same flaky tender ling cod wrapped in a 12" tortilla with basmati rice, refried black beans, shredded cabbage, sour cream and more delicious chipotle mayo. Then to hold it altogether, the burrito is pressed and sealed on the grill and the toasty crispy tortilla adds another texture to this delicious burrito, which is way better than a soggy one that falls apart, nice touch Tacofino! It's big enough to share unless you've been chasing waves all day! Totally worth the 45 min wait after the order! I don't know if there is such as thing as a slow period for these guys to get your fish taco, but the 7 employees crammed inside the truck tells me probably not! read more

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Decent burrito for being so far away from the source. At least one vegan option which was great. Would try it again.

Are the tacos good? Yes. Is it worth the wait? Maybe. Are there many other taco options? Not really. So if you are craving tacos, this is it. But for the wait, would put that on pause. Cute area where it's located though.. read more

Tacofino - Long line! - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

How can you come to Tofino and not try the original Tacofino? So now, been there done that. We were off season and it was a sunny day but only a few people in front of us and from ordering to getting our food probably only 20 minutes. The automatic addition of a gratuity for takeout is annoying but it is what it is. You have a decline option but pretty sure not too many people will pick that. We found the prices to be reasonable. Single tacos were between $6.00 and $8.25). We had the fish and the tuna taco. The fish taco was fine. Not the best I have had but it was good and nothing wrong with it. The tuna tacos was divine. So good and not something you see too many places. Really delicious. Would I come again? If I was in the area and wanted a taco, absolutely. There was a good selection and affordable and tasty. Would I go out of my way to make a specific trip probably not. But do have to say it was fun to go to the original. read more

The food is so good but the wait time is insane for how popular this place is. At least an hour!

We came for lunch on an off-season weekend. The online ordering system was unfortunately not working, so we waited for 1 hour in the cold rain. Got a chicken brings and a fish burrito. The gringa was greasy as shit and delicious, and the fish burrito was just OK. They automatically added a 10% gratuity, which you can decline, but who is going to do that? I don't usually tip when ordering from a window, and there is no actual service. So, overall, the food was OK - but not worth waiting in the cold rain for 1 hour to get. There are many other food spots in Tofino and Ucululet that can keep you warm and give you food faster. read more

This is my second time coming to a Tacofino food truck and the second time waiting for well over a hour. If you want to spend your time waiting rather than seeing Tofino come here. Not worth the hype. I don't understand how a business can be this slow read more

Let me start by saying that I visited one of the Tacofino locations in Vancouver approximately a year ago and while it was enjoyable overall, I wasn't completely wowed. So, I had some reservations about the original Tacofino truck, but was really pleasantly surprised! We ordered the fish taco, steak taco, and tuna taco, and also got the crispy chicken burrito. Everything was fresh with unique flavors. I feel like there are some places where the only thing that changes is the type of meat (e.g. chicken, beef, etc), while the rest of the filling stays the same. This was not the case at Tacofino - each taco has a different flavor profile! Our favorite was the fish taco... so much that we came back the next day for more! We loved the fact that the tortillas are a little charred/crispy and personally, I'm not a huge fan of corn tortillas (although they may be more authentic) so I was happy that these were wheat. Negatives: Yes, the line can be long and it can take awhile to get your food, but it's totally worth it. It appears that they are making things as you order them, so the wait time seems reasonable. DEFINITELY worth a trip to Tacofino while in Tofino... please open one in Seattle! :) read more

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Ok. The fish taco is a 12 star but the pork kimchi gringa was a 3 for me. I thought the kimchi was just too strong for my taste, even though I love kimchi. The fish taco was outta this world delicious. It's just perfect and so flavorful. Like everyone says, it's worth the wait. Also had the choco banana liquados, which was an excellent treat. They also were very friendly and accommodated my super-picky husband's burrito request. Will definitely go back for a fish taco. read more

Tacofino - Mexican Near Me - Tofino, British Columbia

Always fantastic ! We always come when we are in town.... Can't wait to come again !! Tacos are delicious read more