Tacomasa Photos
Business Info
Tacomasa Popular Dishes
TACOMASA ATMOSPHERE
More like Tacomasa
Recommended Reviews - Tacomasa
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
I've come to Tacomasa multiple times and have tried many menu items! Everything is amazing every single time. Their portions don't disappoint either. You can absolutely taste the quality of their meats and ingredients! Also, their drinks and sauces are phenomenal! The carne asada is my favorite because you can taste a nice smoky/char flavor that I love, but you can't go wrong with any of their meats! Service is always friendly and I've seen some staff go out of their way for guests. I'll always be a loyal customer.
I tried the asada burrito after sampling the nopal. The employee offered half nopal and half asada, but I decided not to. I thought the hospitality was nice, and while the nopal was tasty, the asada left more to be desired. It was fine until I stared at it because the meat was cubed like dog/cat food. I prefer black beans, too, and the rice tasted slightly undercooked. I wish I tried the piña because I thought they only had pepino with piña. I was not able to finish it though. It was folded really neatly? But the salsa was more on the chunky than liquidy side, so it had to be scraped. The design doesn't feel Mexican to me, and I do not regret missing the Yelp Elite event here.
Tacomasa is located right in the streets of downtown Brea, with a super cute blue interior. The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere. Both of the Aguas Frescas we ordered were delicious! We also got the two-taco combo plates that came with rice and beans. Unfortunately, the tripa and pork tacos were both pretty salty. The chicken was interesting--it was cut into really small little cubes, which gave it a different texture than I expected. The beans were also too salty for our taste. Overall, the drinks were a highlight, but the food was a little too salty for us. Service was excellent.
Mmmmmmm breakfast burrito. Came back here without letting the manager know since the last time there were eggshells in my burrito.. they had offered to comp my next meal but like a jerk I just paid for my eggs, bean and cheese burrito without saying anything. And I do not regret that one bit. Not one second or one cent. I got the exact same thing as last time and finished the whole burrito (in two sittings) with pride and a smile. The Brea trail was adjacent and I'd just gone for a walk with Nanners the dog, came here starving and got my fill of breakfast deliciousness. Even taking the leftover home and eating it for a late lunch was still really delicious. The tortilla stayed firm but flexible and the eggs and beans and cheese were still magic in a bite. Also thank you for letting me and my dog chill outside! Definitely looking forward to coming back.
Solid tacos. Got the adobada, lengua, and carne tacos con todo (with everything) and this definitely hit the spot. The carne was definitely my favorite. Meat was tender and cut just the perfect bite size. Honestly if this was the only thing I got, I would've given this place a 5/5. The adobada and lengua while good, was a little less tender than would I would like. One honorable mention is I also liked how cubed and perfectly small the onions were cut. My gripe with some places is that the onions are on the larger side and take away from the meat flavor, making the taco more oniony flavored. But not here! If you can handle spicy, I also recommend the chili oil on the table, it has a nice smoky kick and definitely elevated the tacos. Was a must for me! Highly recommend for anyone in the area and looking to try. Would def come back as around, more a high 4 for me!
Heard a lot of good things about this place, so I finally came to give it a try. I ordered their Deluxe Trio and got the asada, adobada, and tripa. All three were very flavorful, but I did find them to be on the saltier side. Their mild salsa was delicious, though, and went really well with all of the tacos. I think some of the extra saltiness might have been from the cheese that comes with the deluxe. To confirm my theory, I ordered a regular lengua taco afterward, and it was indeed less salty. The lengua was flavorful on its own, and I actually think I might prefer their non deluxe tacos. The star of the show for me was definitely the asada burrito con todo. Everything about it was tasty. The asada was tender, and the rice and beans were seasoned really well. Everything worked together, and there wasn't one ingredient that overpowered the rest. I would definitely order the burrito again. Overall, the food had a lot of flavor. I would probably skip the Deluxe next time because of the saltiness and stick with their regular tacos, but that asada burrito is something I would come back for.
I've been wanting to try it here for a while and finally had the chance to go on my lunch break. The meats are extremely flavorful. I also really liked the salsa macha. Service was good, very fast. It is a bit pricey, but I do like the food quality. It's on Birch so parking in the structure is best. I wish there was a seafood option as well. Tortillas were delicious! The sides for the taco plate are very tiny so just know it's not a big full plate. Overall a great spot for some tacos.
Tacomasa, located on bustling Birch St in downtown Brea is a perfect stop for a delicious taco! One of the tastiest tacos I've had with friendly service. It's a busy area, so at peak hours seating can be a bit difficult but there is indoor and outdoor seating available.
Nothing too exciting -- which I guess is to be expected at a mall-adjacent eatery --- but still a very solid two-taco combo here, and I was pretty pleased with the hearty portion sizes of my pollo and nopales options. Corn tortillas made in-house are a plus, though the contents inside could use a bit more heat. Def a good lunch spot if you're not looking for anything fancy or experimental though, and very nice aguas frescas selections, but almost too squeaky clean inside, with sterile vibes. Service all around was dang good though, especially for a chain restaurant.
Honestly this was a somewhat disappointing experience for my hubby & I. I can see this being an attractive location for those that don't care for well seasoned food, it's in Brea so that checks out. As for this Chicana that loves her food well seasoned I found this place lacking. I got 1 asada taco & 1 mulita with adobada (pork meat) & hubby got 1 asada taco & 1 tripa taco. We both were disappointed with the lack of flavor in the meats. We also got an elote and it was more cobb than corn because the corn we ordered had very thin kernels. For the price of $5 a taco, $6 for mulita, & $7 for the corn it was disappointing overall. I gave a two star instead of 1 though because the one thing I truly enjoyed was their guayaba limon agua & the service was good & the location was clean. To mi gente out there that like well marinated, seasoned meat skip on this place, but for you that like light to no seasoned meat this is your gem.
Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and had a really nice experience. There was plenty of seating available, both indoors and outdoors, so it was easy to find a spot to sit and enjoy our food. Ordering and payment are done at the counter, which made the process quick. The menu is simple but offers a good variety of options without feeling overwhelming. I ordered the elote, and it was exactly what I was hoping for, prepared just like the elote man makes it! I also recommend trying one of their aguas frescas. The staff was welcoming, and our order came out promptly. The dining area was clean and well maintained Parking was also convenient with a parking structure nearby. Overall, this is a great casual spot to grab a quick bite with good food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere. I would definitely come back to try more from the menu.
Taco Massa is usually my go to spot, so this visit was disappointing. My chicken quesadilla was nothing like it normally is. The cheese was pretty much burnt instead of being melted and gooey, so it didn't have that cheesy quesadilla consistency at all. It was dry and just wasn't enjoyable. I'm hoping this was just an off day.
Great environment right when I walked in , great I ordered the super fries and 4 tacos with cheese, and great hospitality from Ivan and the others!
6 months ago
Craving a breakfast burrito and got the adobada supreme. Flavor was so good but not sure if there was sour cream. Restaurant was clean and service was good read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you so much, Tiffany!
6 months ago
Really good experience. Their place has a simple menu, and I appreciate how hard they try to present the hole in the wall type of atmosphere in an area like Brea. The service is solid and they walked the singular asada taco up to my table, which was nice. The taco itself was so good. For around $5 I got a pretty hefty taco with a ton of meat. Had a good mix of flavors. I'd definitely come back for a larger order. read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you so much, Vincent!
14 days ago
Food and service were great! Tacos are really filling and mulitas were my favorite. The agua de pepino con piña was so good. read more
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you, Crystyan! We are glad you enjoyed, happy to have you back…
Amazing!! Shared a pork burrito with my husband and requested plain chips (which you can order for $3.25). Service is good, food amazing, price okay. It seems like they're constantly cleaning too, which is fantastic. They have six aguas frescas that you can choose from besides the fountain drinks. It's a lovely spot, definitely worth checking out! read more
2 months ago
Great tacos portion sizes really good I got Deluxe Trio three tacos Upscale Interior Design great atmosphere will come again read more
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Can't wait to have you back Mashimaro!
2 months ago
I stopped by today to try the food and I ordered a taco de asada con todo and a taco de adobada con todo. The tacos were delicious and did not disappoint. I also tried every agua fresca and they were all flavorful and I was hooked and hard a hard time deciding which one to drink. The customer service was great and the ambiance was awesome. I highly recommend this taco place to everyone in town. read more
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you for your feedback Johnny! We are so glad you enjoyed!
5 months ago
I've visited Taco Masa along with two other locations, and to be honest, this one was the best of the three. The staff were incredibly friendly especially the cashier who took my order. She walked me through the menu with such patience, and even though I was there around 9 p.m. on a Saturday, it wasn't overly crowded, just a steady stream of customers. I had tacos and corn on the cob (Elote) , and both were fresh and full of flavor. But the real highlight was the agua Fresca. It's $3.50 with free refills! I tried the watermelon, cucumber and lemon which was definitely my favorite. I wasn't a fan of the guava. The staff were also on top of cleaning tables often, and while the restroom was overall clean, it did need some serious flooring work. just a hardware issue, not the staff. The location is on a busier street in downtown Brea, so parking is a bit tricky. Be careful as some spots have a 20-minute limit, but if you drive just a bit further, you can find longer parking. Prices were decent, tho not cheap, but fair, especially for the quality. All in all, the standout was definitely the staff, so hardworking and attentive. I'll be coming back for sure! read more
3 days ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you, Axell! We're happy to hear we were able to offer you the…
2 days ago
Newly opened in Downtown Brea! Came for lunch a week after opening on a Friday afternoon and there was surprised to see a crowd. Waited about ~15 minutes in line to order and ~15 minutes for the food. Initially wanted to eat there but all indoor seating was occupied and it was a hot day outside so we did takeout. Tried the Lengua Taco ($4.95), Asada Burrito ($12.95), Pastor Fries ($14.95), and Vanilla+Chocolate Swirl Nieves ($6). The asada meat was interestingly a bit Smokey and different than the average you'd get elsewhere - not sure if I'm a fan or not. I enjoyed the lengua (tongue) though as it was extremely tender and delicious - a must try! Fry texture was great as it held its crunch. Overall, a decent spot for lunch but nothing I would rave about. Prices are a bit steep for the taco but priced fairly for the burrito. Various structures available close by to park for free! read more
1 year ago
Welcome to Brea, Tacomasa! It's the newest TJ style taco spot on the block. We arrived a little before 11 AM and there were plenty of people eating inside with a line forming as well. It seemed like many people were waiting a good amount of time for their food but since they were still in the soft opening phase, that's completely okay. Here's what we ordered: **Asada & Adobada Tacos: Asada was bland and the adobada was beyond salty. **Deluxe Trio: Asada, Adobada, & Nopal Quesatacos: The asada was bland. The adobada was beyond salty. The nopal was flavorless and extremely slimy. I expected the nopal to be fully cooked and slightly charred but it was extremely slimy even after cooking it. **Tripa Mulita: The tripa had no flavor. The cheese in the mulita was very light with flavor as well. $7 for a plain quesadilla is a scam. The fact that they gave two of the smallest slices of radish and one lime wedge per plate is ridiculous. I saw that most people were getting three containers of salsa per plate for people dining in. When they called my name, I had asked if they added salsas and they said yes, only to find out they only put in two little sides of salsa for three plates of food. There was a red and slightly green chunky salsa and both were flavorless. The salsas had no spice at all either so that was disappointing. Also, my drive home was less than 5 minutes and every single taco was not warm at all. While in line, the girl working the register gave one woman a stamp card for being a first time customer but didn't ask/offer for the person in front of me and myself. Quite expensive for small portions and bland meats. They need a salsa bar for self-service. They need better tasting salsas and please add more radish per plate. There are so many people working in the kitchen area but they were still behind on orders. I hope they also add room for more than one counter because the line was uneccessarily long. I understand that this is a new business here in the city of Brea but they lack quality and their portion vs price control is no bueno. Hopefully Tacomasa does well because every business at this exact location seems to go out of business every few years like Roll Em Up Taquitos did. Would I go back to this business in the near future? Nope, it was a one and done for me. I do not recommend this spot for your local TJ style tacos. I very much prefer Tacos Don Goyo down the street. read more
3 months ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you Andie!
One of the best tacos in the area. I tried the asada taco and the meat was amazing. It was juicy and had a smokey taste to it. They also put a good amount of guac on there. The only downside is that its on the pricier side. But definitely try this place out if you like tacos read more
Tacomasa in Brea - First Day Visit I showed up to Tacomasa's grand opening in Brea and yes, the line was LONG but worth every minute. Bonus: it's right in The Shoppes and literally across from the free parking structure, so no excuses. Cashier shoutout: Johnathan. Super helpful, patient, and even switched gears when I hit him with some Spanish at the register. (Because let's be real--ordering tacos in Spanish just hits different. Feels more legit. ) Now let's talk tacos: Carne Asada Taco - grilled to absolute perfection, topped with a mountain of guacamole sauce. Generous is an understatement. Quesitaco (Adobada) - hands down my favorite. Pork + melted cheese = life. The flavor was bold, smoky, and kind of made me question every other taco I've had recently. Chicken Taco - solid, but if I'm being honest, I'd stick with the Asada or Adobada next round. Did I stop there? Of course not. Their aguas frescas? I went with the plátano (banana) and sheeeeshhhhh--straight-up perfection in a cup. Creamy, refreshing, and dangerously addicting. Minor note: I wish their salsa had more of a kick, but the flavor was still on point. And the homemade tortillas (hechas a mano)? GAME CHANGER. Tacos just hit different when the tortilla has that fresh, soft-but-toasty vibe. I also do wish that "Mulitas" were more toasted. Didn't get to the tripa or lengua this time, but trust me--I'll be back to work my way through the menu. If you're looking for a genuine taco experience in Brea, this is the spot. read more
This place is fantastic! Delicious food, good quality and friendly service. I have read reviews complaining about the price. I don't see why they are comparing these prices with street service! Mexican food should not be cheap! Mexican food is awesome! And this place is a good reference of it! Ambiance is welcoming, clean and minimalistic. Loved the food and the service. thank you! read more
The adobada was so greasy and succulent in the most delicious way that I could not get enough. I ordered the deluxe trio tacos with adobada, lengua, and asada and while they were all good, the adobada was easily my favorite. I recommend getting every order "con todo", no matter which item you get. If you don't care for cheese, then you can get the regular tacos and they offer a combo with it too. The service is pretty quick and they bring your order out to you. There's a lot of indoor and outdoor seating and I love how they're connected because you can enjoy the beautiful downtown views. I also enjoyed how you could watch them freshly make your food through the windows. read more
7 months ago
First time trying this place! Ivan was awesome in taking our order so shout to him. The Horchata is to die for. It is a little loud in here with the music but I don't mind it. You can always find a spot outside. You can see them cooking and preparing each dish. The best part is they also make tortillas for certain dishes. You can also special request they handmade them. My taco and mulita de asada were bomb!! I don't have to drive to LA for authentic tacos anymore. The food is fantastic and a great addition to North OC. read more
3 months ago
Business owner information
Terry V.
Wow thank you, Sim!
8 months ago
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you Clayton!
4 months ago
Great service, great location. Very clean. I've been to a different location. I think I like this one a lot more. The food was really good. read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you, Javier!
7 months ago
The food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere is amazing. It's very clean and we had an amazing cashier named Ivan. He was extremely helpful. He gave me a sample of cactus when I've never had it in my life. Honestly I'm a big fan of cactus now. I think this place should get a lot more traction especially in Brea downtown. It's delicious, it's new, and the drinks here are amazing! I definitely recommend the watermelon juice and horchata! Highly recommend!! read more
7 months ago
This place has become my son and my favorite place to eat on the weekends. In his words, " I can't believe we have such authentic Mexican food in downtown Brea". I LOVE LOVE LOVE agua frescas-and they have plenty to try! WATERMELON The quesadillas, burritos, and tortas have all been amazing...and the employees are all really sweet. read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you Corry!
4 months ago
Business owner information
Terry V.
Glad you finally tried it!
10 months ago
TacoMasa understood the assignment The tacos were packed with flavor and seasoned so well--every bite hit. The adobada is the star of the show! Best taco meat I've had hands down! The salsa adds even more flavor without overpowering anything (as it should), and the rice and beans were just as good, not an afterthought. Simple, satisfying, and definitely a spot I'd come back to. Also the service didn't disappoint. They work efficiently to get your order. The cashier was very helpful to make such a difficult choice in which meat to get. Barstool seating but also have an outside waiting area. Bring a sweater because the inside was quite chilly Definitely will be coming back! read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Appreciate it, thank you Stephanie!
Came in Tuesday around 130 PM for a quick to-go lunch. Ordered a Asada Burrito with cheese after sampling some of the available proteins recommended by the staff. Waited roughly 10 mins inside the restaurant and was impressed by how clean and well maintained the place is. For the burrito: 1. I loved the taste of the asada (tasted like nice chucks of ribeye) paired with the green salsa that they included. 2. Burrito was overall a decent size but for almost $17 I expected more. 3. Wish they also packed some more salsas to go! Will definitely comeback to try some of the other options! read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you so much Sonny!
1 month ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Helena, thank you for you feedback, we are sorry our esquite quite…
7 days ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
We would love to have you as a regular, Patricia! Thank you for…
10 months ago
The food here is amazing. The employees are friendly and informative. They give you samples of the meats if you want to try it. I ended up getting a large horchata (you get endless refills), a regular asada taco, and the deluxe trio quesatacos (2 asada, 1 nopal). Everything was so tasty. I see a lot of taco places making more premium meat tacos... and this is one of them. This was freshly cut steak that was soft and flavorful. They put guac on all of tacos. The salsas were amazing. The was a lot of outdoor seating with the heat lamps as well as inside seating. I will becoming back to try out the other selections on the menu. read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you Richard! Looking forward to serving you again soon.
3 months ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Hope to you see again, Thank you Albert!
4 months ago
Best Multias evs . Come down and enjoy one of the great Mexican food! Tortas soo good and filling, I had to share the second half with my son!! Six stars for me!!!!! read more
Business owner information
Terry V.
Thank you so much, Muhl!
17 days ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Jake, thank you for bringing this to our attention, our top priority…
It was an impromptu lunch to try a new taco place in Brea and I'm glad we stumbled upon this place. It didn't disappoint and it is way better than expected. As soon as we walked in, we were asked if this was our first time and asked if we wanted to have samples. Right there, I know it's gonna be good. Got the taco, chips and quesadillas and everything was amazing. The protein is massive with bursting flavor and they don't skimp on the pork and steak on everything that we ordered. Their salsa is addicting and the place is definitely very very clean. I can tell the quality of the pork and beef are high quality. Definitely one of the best taco places I've ever been to. read more
3 months ago
we ordered an asada vampiro, asada fries, 2 tacos and chips with chicken. plus a sandia agua and a jamaica! everything was pretty good- fries were a little salty but not too bad. chips were okay, chicken was tasty. asada vampiro was pretty average. but the tacos were the star of the show!! nice place, not too busy when we came and we were served quickly! will be back to try some more items on the menu! read more
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you Maria for the feedback, we are happy to have you again soon!
21 days ago
Business owner information
Elizabeth M.
Thank you, Nadia! Happy you and your son enjoyed your meals. Glad our…
More info about Tacomasa
Tacomasa Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - Tacomasa
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
142 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
3 months ago
3 months ago
3 months ago
11 months ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
3 months ago
8 months ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
7 months ago
10 months ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
10 months ago
8 months ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
