Finallly! A place with delicious meat and fresh ingredients. Seriously good Mexican food with a modern style. I ordered the Loaded Nachos with Carne Asada and the meat was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Wish it would have a little more guacamole but perfect otherwise. They also gave us a complimentary birria taco so try and it was delicious. The owner and staff are very nice and friendly. Very attentive to customers. The restaurant was also super clean and the mood very lively. read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Loaded Nachos (Asada) - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

Best tacos ever. I never go no where else for my tacos since I found this place. They are great very clean. Taco tuesday is the best they are 1.50 for tacos and 3 dollar beers. They are sooo good. Catch me there every Tuesday read more

Three stars because the food is so delicious, But unfortunately this is the second time that I find a Jaír in my food. read more

super fast service, very clean, very nice people. the top shelf fries are so good! the al pastor burrito i got was sooo greasy though. Would come again!. it was kinda pricey for mexican food for what you get but i think it's worth it to try once. read more

Wow! I was skeptical when I saw pictures of radishes on tacos, but the food here is actually amazing. Would definitely come back. Really great al pastor. read more

All I can say is WOW! The food was really, really good. Staff was awesome, and customer service was spectacular. I will try and make this a "must eat at" every time I am in the area. The price was a little bit high, but I do understand considering the time we are in. Try all of the hot sauces... they are the bomb! read more

While I still have not found any tacos that taste as good as the ones I go to frequently in TJ, I must say that these Al Pastor tacos here at Top Shelf are certainly high up on my list now. Recommended to come here by a friend, as well as because of Yelp, I drove here after my doctor's visit in Harbor City on my way home. The lady cleaning the door, held the door for me and greeted me with a friendly attitude. Moments later, she walked back in to take my order, and was super friendly. I asked about the 10% off checkin on Yelp and she didn't hesitate at all with giving me the little discount. I ordered 3 tacos al pastor, and with the discount, my total came out to about $5.50. They have a decent taco bar, in which there are tiny little containers to add as much as you'd please. Their light green colored sauce WAS DELICIOUS....Spicy and a perfect complement to the sizzling al pastor tacos. I wish I could just come back for that salsa to be quite honest. The other 2 salsas in addition to this salsa were good, but not as amazing as the light green one. Due to friendly, quick service and tasty food, I will for sure come back here soon. Definitely need to come on taco Tuesday to pig out! read more

My go to place. Great food and service. I highly recommend. The alpastor and Carne Asada are fire. read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Great food. My go to stop. I highly recommend Top Shelf. They never disappoint. - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

Great food and service. We've gotten. Aquas Frescas that were a bit off a few times. They were really great about it. Open to feedback and resolved the issue. I love that the good isn't extra salty or greasy. read more

Very very expensive tacos. While they're absolutely delicious and I've been fond of them for quite some time, the pricing can be a bit much. If you wish to pay more per usual than say the small business people down the roads or different restaurants then be my guest. That being said, the place is nice and clean. The service isn't bad either as I've never had any issue except for the pricing. All in all, not too bad but again, pricy. read more

Superb. Exceeded expectations. Priced about how much you would expect food this delicious and authentic to cost. Very filling as well. If you have a significant other who has a heritage connected to this culture and food, bring some of this for the family gathering - you will be accepted for your great taste and you'll be asked where you found this authentic cuisine. Up to you to tell them the secret or keep it to yourself. ;) read more

service terrible , food tasless and the place filthy . the only think we like from threre it was the drinks and by drinks i meant can sodas. read more

My friends and family like to visit this local restaurant in Carson. They have great food and salsa. The restaurant is always super clean and staff is helpful and friendly. They also have taco Tuesday on selective meats for $1.50 each . Horchata is delicious too. read more

Like this, A legit Taco spot with FRESH REAL Squeezed Fruits and Juices. What more can you ask for?? I mean really.. The meat is on a level of great taste and fresh cooked to order. I always get the Cabeza taco, but sometimes I indulge in a Cabeza meat loaded fries. I mean loaded with extra chile, salsa, crema, cilantro, onion, salsa verde, just piled high. Im hungry again just thinking about it. Kids love the fresh juices and quesadillas. The service has been great everytime I go. I don't check in often because its a place I like to keep on the DL from other yelpers making this place go ballistic. But I have to give them praise when praise is due and after the two years of great food and service, I shall do my praise. Price is on point with any other Taco spot in LA. Plenty of parking in the huge plaza. A salsa bar without discrimination so load up responsibly ;) FYI. not your typical dirty taco spot. This is a legit CLEAN and Fresh but straight up street style tacos how it's supposed to be without the added possible runs afterwards. Guaranteed! Give them a try you wont be dissapointed and if you are, they will gladly change it to anything you like. Ok i'm hungry now.... see ya there! ;) read more

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Dear Me, This place was a great find. I'm glad we tried it out. The tacos were $2, but they were a good size, meaty and juicy. You tried the asada, al pastor and carnitas. The asada is something you should definitely get again. The al pastor had a nice kick. The jalapeno poppoers were pricey but definitely good, it came with fries and the bacon was cooked perfectly. Quesadilla was normal. But man oh man, the cheese flan was the best. You guys didnt like the horchata too much. So next time, ur getting the asada tacos and cheese flan for sure. read more

Definitely one of the best joints! I love their food and their service. I wish it wasn't in that shopping center but other than that can't say enough good things about this place! Go... go now! read more

These tacos are Bomb! and the Salsa they have here is really freakin good. Try them out if you are a foodie. You will love it!

This is my go-to sit down restaurant to get tacos in the area! I've tried their carne asada, chicken, birria, al pastor, and jackfruit tacos- all delicious! I prefer the al pastor and birria! I've also tried their quesadillas in the past, amazing! So glad they've expanded their shop. Good amount of seating and restrooms inside. Excellent customer service. Highly reccomend. read more

Went there a few times becsuse someone recommended it, they're very good and the service is fast . I didn't care for their salsa but other than that everything was satisfactory read more

One of my offices is around the corner and I eat here all the time! There fresas con crema are literally the death of me. I could eat those all day! read more

Service is the best and i love their tacos the shells always taste fresh But i do miss the tripas lol read more

These tacos are really good, might even be 5 star good. I need to go back and try a few more things. Docked a star since they double charged me and I caught it(honest mistake). read more

We got the pastor burrito and carne fries. The carne fries so super delicious! The fries are seasoned which gives it that little extra flavor kick. Everything together was perfect. The pastor burrito was very packed with meat and rice. They definitely don't skimp on the meat. We added the cheese and sour cream (which we wish was part of it already and didn't have to pay extra). Staff were friendly and the salsa bar has a bunch of selections. The medium avocado sauce was perfectly spicy and tasty. We also ordered the horchata which was a little sweet but helped with the spice. This restaurant is located in a plaza with plenty of parking. Definitely hidden if you're not looking for it as the market in the plaza is closed down. read more

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I finally tried this place, if you're vegan or vegetarian this place is friendly for you. Their jackfruit tacos (you choose your protein on any menu) is so yummy. Anyone who loves Mexican food should try this...love it! Plus if you are gluten free their tacos are hand made corn tortillas. read more

Came here because of the reviews and star rating and boy I wasn't disappointed. My wife and I split the top shelf fries with asada and they were so good! We weren't too hungry but we'll def be back to try other things. Lots of parking, friendly staff. Solid spot. read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Top shelf fries with asada! So good! - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

I highly recommend this spot! I had to try a few items on the menu! All of them were bomb! They don't call this place top shelf for nothing! Today is Taco Tuesday and this is the place to go read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

Food is amazing!!!! But the best part was the customer service from Ruby! She's very friendly and her recommendations are on point. She deserves a raise :) read more

Great food, great value, always friendly! Taco Tuesdays: $1tacos & $2cervezas Win Win situation! read more

Found this spot on a Taco Tuesday looking for a new place to get some good tacos and I found the perfect spot! I got a chicken, asada, and jack fruit taco. Both the chicken and asada were delicious, but I wasn't wild about the jack fruit cooked in the mole sauce. I got a watermelon mixed with cucumber mint lemonade agua Fresca that was delicious and my bf got a horchata that was pretty good as well. Overall, I highly recommend trying this place if you're in the area. read more

Please bring back jackfruit taco. They are soooo yummy. The sauces are amazing. Jamaica could be less concentrated, but I get it and just add more water. Service is quick. read more

i bought 2 caremala la tee and they just gave me normal coffee. service it's okay. Most people staying for hours there

Hipster Mexican food. Too expensive. The staff is rude as hell, if I wasn't so hungry I would have left without my food. Located in a dangerous area anyways, vagrants all over. read more

Amazing food. Friendly staff. 5 star customer service. This is definitely my face taco spot. The guy who got our orders hook us up with drinks since they have so much to choose from and it was my 1st time. A week after I came back again. Same guy again. he was so nice and patient and he hooked me up with discount since I ordered alot. I brought my whole family and we love tacos. Highly recommend this place!good jobs guys! read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Amazing food. Friendly staff. 5 star customer service. - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

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The food is made fresh for every order and is excellent. The ambiance in the place makes it worth sitting down and enjoying a meal. I ordered the Sopes that were a heaping mess and full of flavor, you'll need a fork. I would recommend everyone to stop buy and enjoy the great service and food they provide. read more

yo who ever made my jalapeño poppers last night thank you ! who ever seasoned my fries your mom is a queen and thank you. all this was flight and im extremely excited i found some great food for the low. p.s- guacamole was crazy fire read more

Top Shelf Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Carson, California

First time trying this spot. The cashier was awesome, she recommended so many great items. My hubby had a Shrimp, Chicken and a Birria taco w/ a side of rice and Beans. I had an Asada Sope and Top shelf fries w/Asada. Everything was delicious. Not to mention the Horchata was great as well. We will definitely be back. So much more for us try. read more

Always great food and great service! I'm picky with my meats and I love theirs! The agua frescas are always perfect!

Ordered the wet burrito from here. Tasted pretty standard. Cheap pricing, has Yelp deal. Lots of extra condiments that you can use. If you're in the area and looking for cheap food this is a great choice. I think I paid for 3 people and it was less than 30? And we had leftovers! I wouldn't say anything was too special though... pretty standard food. My party did say the seasoned fries were too spicy but i didn't think so. read more

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I honestly did not care much about the food. The tacos were decent and they weren't bad, just not one of the top ones we've had. We didn't care too much about it. It is also a little bit of a drive for us so we're probably not going to go back. Overall, it was okay. read more

Top shelf tacos felt more like mid range tacos to me. Don't get me wrong, it was good but the menu is small and they have no vegetarian options beyond a tortilla stuffed with onions. It's just totally plausible to make a veggie option in the current food climate. The service here was good, the girls working were very friendly and nice. Unfortunately it took over 20 minutes of waiting for a to go to get about 4 tacos. There just seemed to be some confusion here. The meat was ok. It wasn't anything crazy. The salsa bar was okay. This place is like...okay shelf tacos. read more