We were craving some really good tacos and found this food truck. Everything looks very legit and…read morethe portions were huge. 5/5 Burrito - jam packed with meat and beans. Loved every bite. 5/5 Tacos - this comes with 5 and allowed me to get different proteins. Loved them 5/5 Fries - topped with beef. So good. I miss having good tacos and this omelette definitely hit the spot!

We really enjoyed our tacos from here. They were super flavorful, juicy, and really satisfying. We…read moreall ordered the chicken tacos and the meat was excellent -- honestly the best part. I wish I had ordered more. The menu is small but solid, which I actually appreciate. Next time I'm definitely trying the chile relleno burrito. Customer service was great, the food came out quickly, and the tacos are very reasonably priced. Happy to add this spot to our regular rotation.

This reminds me of what a good hole in the wall used to be. Good made with love. I feel the love…read morehere. I will be back

Overall: Americanized tacos, friendly staff Food: Tacos came…read morewith lettuce instead of street-style; quesadilla arrived with guacamole and sour cream. Salsa tasted bland and looked like it had just been pulled from a freezer. The main positive was that they don't skimp on the meat, which was a pleasant surprise. Service: Staff were friendly. Atmosphere & logistics: Limited seating -- not good for groups. Bottom line & tip: Not recommended for authentic Mexican; if you want something better than Del Taco, come solo or with one other and skip group outings.

There is a term you say in Hawai'i that when something is good, it "broke da mouth." AND THIS…read moreVEGAN Mexican dinner by El Cocinero BROKE MY MOUTH! I recently tried out El Cocinero's food at an event that they catered to. As a person who eats meat and is not restricted, I would come here for the good food. The vegan al pastor had chunks of pineapple and it is seasoned and cooked to taste just like the meat version. The texture is just a little bit different but it does resemble a lot like meat. The vegan pastor also tastes just like the meat version, just less "smoky" and the texture is softer. The rice is flavorful and fluffy. The beans are seasoned just enough to have flavor but not compete with the other dishes. The creamy chipotle sauce was perfect topping the rice and beans. I do like vegan food but the only reference I had with Mexican vegan are places that try to add fake cheese and lean heavily on beans and rice. This business shows that you can still have all the flavors and not rely on cheese and meat. They focus on the flavors and not what would make non-vegans feel comfortable. Initially, I was going to give this first time experience a 4 star review so that it encourages me to go check out the restaurant so I can add the service and the ambiance. However, I was lucky enough to bring home leftovers and as I was eating it, the food tastes better. Had to add the extra star!

First time at El cocinero, planning on coming back again and again and again!!!!!!!…read more I was informed it was all and everything is vegan which I love tacos and to find a vegan Mexican spot that is all vegan came in clutch. This place had everything you'd need and tastes so good for a vegan spot. You would be able to fool me and tell me this is actual meat and I'd believe it. That's how good it was! I got the quesadilla (half asada, half al pastor) omg that was the best thing I have ever had. The cheese melts and pulls just like regular Cheese. The meat was so juicy and good flavor. I'd get it again and again But I'd probably try the tacos next time along with the quesadilla tbh. I also got the flan which was tbh less sweeter than a regular flan. But hey I still loved it, I don't complain about it. It was still delicious. (Funny incident, I ordered the flan at the front and paid for it.i wasn't told anything else by the guy at the register. SoThen went back to the table and Waited and waited and waited for a good 20 minutes, till I asked about it and was told that I can just grab it out of the refrigerator!!!! Smh, as much as I was upset as much as I for some reason just found it funny. So don't do the same mistake I did and just go grab it right after you pay for it.) Overall, I loved everything and all the things about this place. Nice seating areas, nice environment , helpful workers,convenient parking! And most importantly, delicious food. Definitely be visiting this place again!

Tacos were The handmade tortillas were so fresh…read more The quesadillas were amazing Some of the best Al pastor and cabeza I've had

I'm more than happy to support taco stands and street vendors if it's clean, but what I saw when…read morethey were making my food was concerning. First, I saw a young man dump out precooked chicken from grocery store plastic bags onto the grill. My food had lettuce on it and there wasn't any cut up, so he got a whole head of iceberg lettuce... unwashed... and started chopping it and then put it on my food. Lastly, the man I paid was wearing gloves and cooking meat. He took my money with the gloves still on. After the transaction, he used hand sanitizer on the gloves and continued cooking. While these in and of itself are concerning, I'm more concerned about the food prep that I don't see. I paid for and took the food, but I couldn't eat it after what I saw. These people are obviously hard workers and have tasty food -- I hope that they have continued success while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Just ate here for the first time - 10/10. The food was delicious, we got the salsa and Guac and…read moretomato salad to start ; they were both fresh and flavorful. I really appreciated that they had a vegetarian impossible taco for a main. Our server Tiana was so personable and took great care of us. We will definitely be back.

Casita Restaurant was such a great experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely…read moredelicious, the atmosphere had the perfect vibe, and everything just felt welcoming and well put together. A special shoutout to Ana, she was amazing. So attentive, friendly, and genuinely made the whole experience even better. You can tell she really cares about the guests. Definitely a spot I'd come back to and recommend to anyone looking for great food and a fun, relaxed vibe.

Great food great service birria sandwich was amazing including the fries and the dipping sauces I…read morerecommend you try the green sauce with the fries

I've come across Pablitos Tacos in the wild for years but never came in to this location. If you're…read morefrom the valley you probably already know this is as good as it gets, but if you're not from around here do yourself a favor and stop by here. Great people, better food. The absolutely aces lomo saltado burrito pictured below

Incredible breakfast tacos and Migas! I live far away in NorCal but every opportunity I get to…read morevisit LA, if I'm anywhere near a HomeState I will happily get my breakfast taco fix. This was my first visit to this location. There was only one person ahead of me when I lined up to order around 9:50 am on a Monday. Loved the chill vibe of the outdoor seating area, which was quieter than inside where there were a few tables. Service was friendly, and they bring your food out to you after you order at the counter. I ordered the Lonestar Migas (5/5) that was packed with brisket, cheddar, and pico de gallo. It's delicious and pretty filling on its own! For breakfast tacos, I got the Don't Mess With Texas (5/5) which is a MUST try. A perfect breakfast taco! I also got the Guadalupe (4/5) which was good but I realized I'm less of a chorizo fan and prefer the brisket or bacon I had with my other menu items. The outdoor area is also dog friendly! I fully enjoyed having breakfast here and getting to see a few sweet, well behaved dogs was a bonus. I wish we could get a HomeState in the SF Bay Area! I can't wait to come back for more tacos.

Homestate I love you but PLEASE bring back the old sauce (squeeze) bottles. These glass ones are…read moreawful. When you try to get the salsa out, only liquid pours onto the tacos and you don't actually get any of the salsa goodness until you wack the bottle SO hard and then it comes FLOODING out. I ate my tacos sans salsa because I couldn't even get it to come out of the bottle. What a bummer because their salsa is delicious! I got my usual brisket breakfast taco and it was just sopping wet. I don't recall it ever coming out that juicy. It was delicious, but super soggy. I also ordered my tacos on the corn tortillas which were good, but their flour tortillas are definitely the star. One soggy taco isn't going to deter me from coming back, I do love the food here. Just wanted to provide feedback on those sauce bottles! Love, A salsa girlie

Loved it. Guy at the counter was super, good weekly deals we came back for. Quick and easy outdoor…read morestand smells good when you swing around the corner. We ordered Asada tacos and birria tacos. They were amazing. Moist and tender meats, good portions of lime cilantro and onions . 10/10 we will be back soon

I've been on a bit of a Birria kick lately. Birrieria San Marcos was so good back in 2019, I had to…read morecome back for another visit. Everything is packaged to-go, as there is only one lonely table out front to eat on the spot. I came in again for their delicious Consommé, a Taco Dorado, A Birria Soft Taco and a Birria Burrito. As expected, everything was excellent. The Birria is so tender, with just the right amount of kick. The service is friendly and they do a good job loading up your order with plenty of salsa and condiments. If you have never tried Birrieria San Marcos, you are missing out!

The hongos tacos and burritos are incredible. Price is a little steep, but the superb salsas…read morecomplement the excellent menu items perfectly. It's a walk up taco stand, and it pains me to say it, but it needs more seating. It's fine for visiting alone or with one other person, but it's kind of impossible bring a family of four here without doing just takeout. Service is nothing more than order at the counter and wait. Nothing bad, but nothing really worth commenting on either. Delicious choice, if you are hungry and want a quick bite.

I have been to this location of Tacos 1986 several times. My go to order are the tacos and…read morevampiros. Chicken, carne asada, al pastor...all very delicious! The salsas and guacamole complement my order excellently! I am giving two stars, however, for a couple of reasons. Firstly, at times, the amount of meat per taco or vampiro is minimal. In turn, at times, the amount of meat is very fair. So, consistency is lacking. Thus, effectively , you don't always get your money's worth. Secondly, I believe that they are understaffed or not prepared when business gets busy. For example, I recently stopped by on a Saturday at 10:30am for a couple of tacos. After waiting for ten minutes for someone to come to the window and provide some service, I was told that the wait time for anything that I order will be a minimum of 25 minutes because they have large online orders that they need to prepare. Obviously, I left. The employee was kind but appeared to also be a stressed out. Though I understand that online (DoorDash, GrubHub, etc...) orders are a reality in the world today, it is unfortunate that customers frequenting a business in-person would not be able to be served in a decent and timely manner. I recommend Tacos 1986 if you would like some good food. However, only go in-person if you know that you have, for sure, 25 minutes for a couple of street tacos. Otherwise, you may have to walk away while still hungry, like I did.

Gustavo the cashier was very friendly and had welcoming vibes. I noticed he helped pick up dishes…read morewhen it was slow. Wonderful addition to the team. We have been coming here for years and he certainly made us feel warm and appreciated. Good attitude and made sure we were comfortable... Thank you Gustavo for great service. Overall, the service is great and good is always delicious... love this place... it's my go to restaurant. Always great service

Parking: This location has a free private lot in the back,…read morethe parking spots are tight, but I was able to fit my truck into one of the spots. 4 stars Staff: You have to walk up to the stand to give your order, the staff were fine. I ordered, they gave me a number and asked that I sit down and wait at a table, then they brought my food out. 4 stars. Food: This is the best Mexican food I have had in California so far. I'm on a diet right now, so I've been trying to eat less, but I pigged out at this place, very good food. 5 stars. Bathrooms: Everything worked, not the cleanest though.. 3 stars. Ambiance: Light music in the background, this location is great for conversation meals with friends and family, not super fancy place, but it's relaxed, so a good place for a chill date. 4 stars. Overall: I like this restaurant, I will definitely be back. (4+4+5+3+4)/5 = 4 stars.