Visited on a Friday evening around 6pm with a friend, taco truck had maybe 5-8 other guests but not too busy, was able to place our order pretty quickly. Food: Al Pastor Taco - good, generous amount of meat, topped with diced onions, cilantro, and salsa verde, the al Pastor had good flavor, wish there was a bit more char and pineapple but pretty tasty, corn tortilla was excellent, soft and pliable with nice toasted corn flavor Carne asada - very good, perfectly cooked steak that was tender with a char from the grill, also topped with onions, cilantro and salsa verde, same great corn tortilla, favorite of the proteins that we tried Suadero - okay, brisket was a bit dry and had the shredded texture reminding me more of carnitas, same toppings as the other taco, generous portion of meat, this one benefited from an extra squeeze of lime juice and some salsa roja from the salsa bar Service was solid, order at the truck window grab a number and wait for your corder to be called. Wait for our food was about 10-15 minute. They do have a topping and salsa bar with two types of salsa, limes, radishes and cucumber. Overall really enjoyed Tacos Gonzales, more of a 4.5 star overall, food was flavorful and freshly prepared. The carne asada was some of the best I've ever had in the bay area. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Al Pastor, carne asada, suadero tacos. - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

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Tacos Gonzalez shares a parking lot with Tommy's Donuts. Didn't see food truck on initial drive by. Saw canopy tent with "Taco Tuesday" signage. Food truck actually parked behind canopy. Only truck had decor. Plenty of parking in back. Didn't open till 3. 1 hour late. Music via boombox. Menu posted on side of truck. No pricing. "Authentico Sabor Casero" written on food truck=authentic homemade. Offerings (estilo Tijuana/Tijuana style): desayunos (breakfast), tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, platillos, nachos, mulitas, guarache, bampiro, Aqua Fresca. Sips: Guava (L. 6?) -refreshing with no ice overload. Tastes naturally made. Not a lot of sugar. Bites: suadero (brisket), lengua (tongue), pastor tacos (12.50?) paid 18.50 total -tortillas house made. Not the usual. Thick & grilled. Garnishes of guac, grilled onions, lime squeeze, jalepenos, radishes, cucumbers. -self serve salsas. Proteins skimpy, tasty. -lengua melt in month juicy. -grilled pastor had slight smokiness, accompanied with cucumber morsels. -brisket melty & juicy as well. 4ish stars semi worthy quality: very good. quantity: skimpy Note: Taco Tuesday (2) read more

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With taco trucks all around the East Bay, it's always hard for me to decide on which one to check out -- Tacos Gonzales hit and was exactly what I needed. Space is in an empty parking lot with lots of parking and street parking. There's a space to eat and a mini sauce bar to take from with 3 different salsas. Service is quick and friendly. The food was really good!!! The al pastor here is chunkier than what I'm used to but it was really tender, tasty, and had nice fattiness to it. I also tried the lengua and their carne asada. I really enjoyed the lengua and the carne asada was good but not as good as the other two! They serve their tacos with radish, pickled carrots, and lime. You have to get sauce from their sauce bar. They don't put any sort of guac or sauce on it ahead of time - at least from the ones I had. All good though - the flavor of their meat was what I'll be coming back for for sure. Excited to come back here and try a torta! read more

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Order: 1 Super Burrito (half carne asada, half lengua, with everything) 1 Large Agua Fresca (half pineapple, half guava) 3 Carne Asada Burritos (with everything) 1 Birria Ramen 1 Horchata Total: $58.14 (tax included) Location: Right on Foothill Blvd inside the Tommy Donut parking lot. There's easy access with plenty of parking available both in the lot and on the street. Ambiance & Service: Outdoor seating is available within the tent space. The ambiance is fine for casual dining. Service was great--shoutout to the young man who took my order; he was super friendly and welcoming. Heads-up: there are no prices listed on the truck, so it's best to ask before ordering. Food Review: Carne Asada Tacos: Loved them! The meat was tender and had no fat. The handmade corn tortillas were a huge plus. Salsas had just the right spice--flavorful without being too hot. I do wish they included pearl onions and nopales. My to-go order only had a grilled Serrano pepper. Birria Ramen: This one fell short for me. It lacked flavor and tasted watered down. There were no real chunks of birria, just small stringy pieces mixed in with lots of cheese. I'd rate it 5/10. I'd like to try it again, but not as a to-go order. Agua Frescas: Very sweet but good! They offer horchata, guava, pineapple, hibiscus, and tamarindo. Salsas: Three self-serve options--two red and one green. Super Burrito: My husband gave it a solid 9.5/10. He loved the tender meats and flavorful mix. Overall: I would definitely recommend this place. It's convenient, delicious, and worth checking out. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - What was left of my 3 carne asada tacos - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

This place is hella good! Some of the best Mexican food in the area. Loved the flavors of the meat, especially the al pastor. We got two super burritos, al pastor and carne asada. Total came out a little over $30, which is expected for the bay area. The customer service could be worked on and the amount of salsa they give you is so little. The worker looked like she was annoyed at me the entire time, I had to force a smile to soften the situation. It honestly was uncomfortable. They give you tiny plastic cups that fits probably only 1 tablespoon amount, not even the sauce cups. Therefore, it's best if you eat there so you can get enough salsas for your food. The burritos were massive and came with tons of meat. They were so filling, I ate only half of the burrito and was full. The burrito was heavenly with the sauces, just wished they gave us more. I had to use other hot sauces at home to finish the meal. They do have a taco special on Tuesdays for about $2. The parking is plenty, lots of parking in the lot area. read more

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I'm really disappointed because we come here often but the food is not consistent. They overcharged me and gave me the wrong order. I didn't notice this until I was home. I tried calling their number online (same as Zelle) and they didn't answer. I messaged the owner with the issue and requested a refund on the wrong dish and I never received a response. The food was not good and the service is terrible. We will no longer be coming here. read more

Ayer fuimos a comprar comida en esta taqueria es una food truck.... Y pagué con mi tarjeta de crédito y no tiene caja registradora para ver lo que marcan y ver los precios y ellos ponen los precios los que le dan la gana y no enseñan los recibos solo agarran la tarjeta de créditos y primero me dijeron 73 Dlls y cuando pagué con mi tarjeta de crédito me cobraron 6 dll más ellos se ponen las propinas sin el consentimiento del cliente tengan cuidado y hay que ir a la ciudad para que les exijan una caja para ver los precios no confíe mucho en esta gente. Ricardo M. read more

So far the Best tacos in Hayward! The family and I have been here 4 times already and these are by far the best tacos in the area. The menu doesn't have prices listed so you can ask when ordering at the window. I love the pastor tacos here they're the best ones I've had around. The tortillas a mano definitely make the tacos more delicious. They also have aguas frescas, so far I've tried the tamarindo, jamaica and melon and they are very tasty and definitely not the powder mix you find elsewhere. Definitely a must try! read more

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I came here last night after driving by. I wanted to see if they had any taco Tuesday special and they did. I got six tacos for $16 which nowadays is a really good deal. The meat was very flavorful and the Agua Fresca was delicious. Everyone was friendly and the food was delicious. I like that they have the table set up so you can enjoy your food there. I definitely will recommend and also be back. read more

I pass this food truck daily on my way back from work, finally tried it and it did not disappoint! Handmade tortillas for the huaraches and their mulitas, plus they grill their carne asada over coals! If you are in the area, make sure to stop by, everything here is delicious and the customer service goes above and beyond. Fresh salsas and fresh aguas frescas too, trust me it was an amazing find and I'll be recommending it to everyone looking for a new taco spot in Hayward! You can dine on site at one of their tables, or you can take your food to go! read more

Tacos Gonzalez - We had a huarache, a mulita, and a taco estilo Jalisco with an agua de melón! - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

Burrito was good but the salsa def enhanced it. The pastor texture was great but had no flavor . Nice slices of meat but again couldn't taste it. Employees were extremely nice and there were tables available. Huge plus is they also accept card. read more

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It was good better than a bunch in Hayward some say it's the best. Service if quick & friendly Ambiance Taco Truck with an Oning & tables & chairs .. You may leave smelling like Carne because the Grill is right there . But good food for sure read more

Some of the best tasting tacos in Hayward. Good selection of meats and aqua frescas. Workers are friendly and efficient. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Menu - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

These tacos are by far the best I've had in Hayward! They have a dine in area and also the option of calling in your order for takeout . I like how their tacos are made with hand made tortillas ! It's my 4x coming here and they never disappoint, my go to are always the Al pastor and asada they're hella good. I also like their honey dew agua fresca. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Honey dew agua Fresca - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

Today I brought my son here for a special Friday treat. This was at a pop up spot on 98th in East Oakland. He's a burrito connoisseur so I trust his assessment in saying that "this place is AMAZING!!?" The staff was helpful and kind. The food was made quickly and came out hot. The aroma of the food was mouth watering. Everyone we encountered in the area was kind. The table setup outside was perfect for our afternoon plans. Thank you for being here today and for your kindness, commitment to great customer service and for your AMAZING food. read more

Delicious food held back by frustrating service Pros: Amazing Tijuana style tacos only on Thursday-Sunday. on these days there's an extra charcoal grill cooking thin cuts of steak. The tortillas are homemade and are light and airy. Wish the guacamole was a real guac and not a salsa hybrid though. Went on taco Tuesday, and they were regular tacos, meat quality wasn't as good as the Tijuana style and tortillas were store bought, crisped up slightly. Still very good and unbeatable at $2. There is also no condiment bar when I went on Tuesday. Also tried the asada fries and they are the best in Hayward! Cons: I have no idea what anything costs, they don't list out any prices. There is a credit card surcharge which they don't disclose and I don't know how much it is, maybe a dollar? the hours listed on Yelp, google, and even their ig is wrong. We went at 2 but they said they weren't open until 3. Food can take a while especially with a line and it can get pretty cramped, also difficult to get salsa as you have to ladel it into these super tiny solo cups. A dispenser would be so much easier. read more

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My wife and I tried this place for the first time and we were not disappointed I tried the Super Burrito with asada and the ratio of ingredients was perfect. My wife got the Birria Ramen and it too was . Super favorful and the "to go" packaging was a nice touch. We also grabbed a Torta for my son and I'm sure it'll be great when he gets home. The meat that was in our food was delicious with little to no chunks of fat. They offer a lot of protein choices so be prepared to be overwhelmed. Oh, and the green salsa is some of the best I've had. We can't wait to try more items. Super friendly staff. FYI, They do cash and cash apps like Venmo and Zelle but no debit/credit cards. read more

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Been here twice so far and they did not disappoint! Taco Tuesday $2 but only regular tacos no Tijuana style on taco tuesdays. The second time I came I ordered Tijuana style tacos which was amazing and lengua tacos that literally melts in your mouth it's so tender. I never I had lengua that's so tender like that. The tortilla are made fresh. thick and grilled and their meats are so flavorful and char. Highly recommend the pastor and lengua! Service was fast and quick. Horchata is a must! Found my new go to for tacos! Outdoor canopy for seating/dining and plenty of parking. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Tijuana carne asada tacos - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

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I went to this taco truck located in Hayward and ordered 3 tacos and a steak burrito. The taco meat was burnt and not fresh and the burrito had burnt steak meat inside the burrito. It was so terrible I throw my food away from this spot. I may try again, but it was a bad experience eating from this spot! read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Steak tacos - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

I would give this place full stars but they started getting real cheap with the radishes and peppers. Doesn't matter how many tacos I order they always give me ONE slice piece of radish. When I say I'll pay for more they give me 2 more slices...maybe I am use to when taco trucks would give you a bag of pickled radishes and peppers but at least give a slice per taco. And when you ask for more there is always attitude. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Pastor, chicken, asada tacos with one slice radish. Something they started doing a few months ago. - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

Finally got to try this spot. The tacos were good my husband and I had al pastor, lengua and suadero. The al pastor comes Tijuana style my favorite. The hand made tortilla was perfect thickness to where our taco didn't break which was a plus. They have all the toppings available for you to grab and big dj speaker with the cumbias so the wait was nice as you listen and dance a bit lol They have a variety of other things such as flautas, sopes, huaraches etc maybe I'll try one next time read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Menu - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

Really disappointed with the San Leandro location. It took about 30 minutes just to get my tacos de asada, and when they finally came out, the order was wrong. The tacos also looked nothing like the ones they post on Instagram. On top of that, the "$2 Tuesday" special they advertise is only for the Hayward location -- something they should make clear. Definitely not worth the wait or the confusion. read more

I had high expectations for this place because of the reviews, and while their meat is really good, the quality of their tortillas leave much to be desired. Maybe my expectations were too high, but I would rather go to other places where I know they make their tortillas from scratch! Also they were super stingy with their napkins for some reason. We asked for extra napkins since they didn't give me any but they pointed and said my friend has one singular napkin so they didn't give us any extra. read more

Their food is outstanding! I think their tacos are the best in the area with the handmade tortillas, perfectly cooked and seasoned meat, and their salsas. The mulita is so good. The price is right too. A great value. This is my go to spot for consistent, great value Mexican food. read more

Amazing Hand made Tortillas and Flavorful Meat!! Was Hella Bomb!! The Agua Frescas Are Really Good Also!

Don't pass on there tacos.. You can't go wrong on them. Nachos are great too, and their Quesabirria are killers. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - The best taco's in Hayward!! - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

I love Gonzales food truck. Everything I eat here is great. They cook on a grill right by the truck. Tacos Birria are excellent. Today I tried the enchiladas and they are wonderful. The beans are also delicious and creamy. read more

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Best taco spot in Hayward hands down. Owners are very friendly and food is always high quality. Give it a try you won't regret it!

I recently visited tacos Gonzalez and had a profoundly disappointing experience that I feel compelled to share. Upon arrival, I observed the employee at the counter being extremely friendly and engaging with the customer ahead of me. However, when it was my turn, I immediately felt judged and was met with a noticeably cold and strange demeanor. This feeling of being unwelcome was very unprofessional. When I attempted to order an item containing steak, I was told definitively that they had no steak available. I left the establishment but called back less than 10 minutes later, only to be told that steak was available. This wasted my time and caused unnecessary back and fourth The food itself was not of high quality. More concerningly, shortly after consuming the item--which was the only thing I had eaten all day--it caused me significant stomach discomfort. This points to a serious issue with either the preparation or the freshness of the ingredients Between the overtly poor service, the frustrating miscommunication, and the negative physical reaction to the food, I cannot recommend [Insert Business Name Here]. There are better places to spend your time and money. read more

Quesabirria is the best I've had so far.Can't go wrong here.Taco Tuesday is also a must!!! read more

paid $14 for a bean cheese and rice burrito that came with plain white rice. maybe i don't know what im talking about but what business does plain white rice have being in a mexican food truck. the portions are huge so i guess you get what you pay for in that sense. it is kind of insane to charge almost the same price for a burrito with just beans cheese and rice as a burrito with everything on it. read more

This place is amazing! My mom and I were in a hurry, but wanted to eat out, so we thought we would try Tacos Gonzalez. Oh my gosh, the food is amazing. They were fast with great service! You just have to try it. read more

THESE ARE THE BEST TACOS IN HAYWARD - I can't find a place in the nearby area of CV-Hayward-Union City that comes close to Tacos Gonzalez's quality. My boyfriend and I love coming here because the service is solid, the food (tacos and burritos alike) is delicious, and the aguas frescas stay refreshing. The truck is posted up in a lot next to a bakery about half the week, surrounded by some tents and tables for on site dining. The have staff outside the truck who work on roasting peppers and help out customers with serving the various types of aguas frescas. The carne asada and al pastor tacos here don't miss (there has been times where we order a second round just because it does the job well!) I recently tried an al pastor super burrito here and was impressed that the portion was a perfect size, that they threw in pineapples in it, and also that it didn't leave that heavy greasy feeling most burritos do (I didn't have a food coma after but I did have a flavorful, well seasoned meal!). If you're ever in the area looking for Mexican food, find this truck and try all the goods! read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Al Pastor Super Burrito - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

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We loved the shrimp burritos! Nice ambiance for outdoor seating with music and grill outside. Super yummy. Healthy. read more

Tacos Gonzalez - Shrimp burrito - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

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Very friendly owners and delicious food! Can't wait to go back and try the rest of their menu. Very casual setting they have their truck set up outside the donut shop parking lot. There's tables for seating. read more

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We had tacos de asada and al pastor and yes definitely Tijuana style. Both meats were very flavorful. Their tortilla hechas a mano were also very good. It was nice that the tortilla did not fall apart. Also tried there al pastor vampiro, and phew that was amazing. I also liked that it is all you can grab on their condiments: cucumbers, rábanos, lime and salsas! The service fast overall great experience. read more

gonzales tacos on mission taco tuesday deal $2 carne asada pollo el pastor melon aqua fresca is a must !! read more

Tacos Gonzalez - melon aqua fresca - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California

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Came here to try the tacos estilo tyjuana and the meat is good and well seasoned tortillas made by hand. Several types of salsa and topping for the tacos. I normally eat 5-8 tacos at other spots. But here 4 was more then enough since they where loaded with all my favorite things. Grilled onions grilled Serrano pepper and nopales. Plus my favorite salsa side of cucumbers with lime and my melon agua fresca man it was on point. My nephew had the tacos de lengua. Meat so tender it melts in the mouth plus the sopes were soft and freshly made. We will definitely comes again. read more

The burritos are good but the tacos are really dry. The agua frescas were really sweet so if you dont like sweet then don't get the aguas frescas! The girl that took our order had an attitude read more

I live 2 hours away from Hayward and would 100% come back just for their tacos! Handmade tortillas, fresh ingredients, grilled steak...my favorite place to stop at! read more

Tacos Gonzalez - tacos de asada - Tacos Near Me - Hayward, California