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    Villa's Tacos

    4.4 (1k reviews)
    ModerateTacos
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moises C.

    First timer best experience! Villa tacos are delicious the taste is amazing way different from other tacos I experience Well recommended to friends and family Horchata is amazing well made Great vibes from employees always with positive attitude, great energy Clean environment , great art work and great painting they have inside . Definitely always supportive great food places like this It's a must try ! You won't regret it

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    Cory N.

    A little spendy, but absolutely fantastic tasting tacos. Make sure to stand in line. I was there at 2:30 pm, between meals, and it too 45 min to order from waiting in line. Not many places to sit, so just wait your turn, a seat will open. #spicemeister approved.

    Vegan trio. Today these are PACKED!
    Ko M.

    Fun spot with guests on tour of DTLA. Doesn't matter that they're pricey. It worth at trip on the tour of DTLA. PARKING Parking is expensive downtown. There are some hidden gems, but Sunday is a good day for guests & free parking. SERVICE super popular spot. You're gonna wait a few minutes at many spots in Grand Central Market. It's the weekend. Just be ready for the wait - effective behind the counter is doing their best to get good food out to you. FOOD Get the trio if you're a first time visitor. Doesn't matter which one. My friends love meat one. VEGAN TRIO: Their vegan tacos are excellent. I've been several times for these vegan tacos. Today, the vegan tacos were LOADED. Sometimes they're nicely stacked. I came on a day when the vegan tacos were super weak barely anything in them, even tho my omni friends had packed tacos. But I support their vegan option alongside their carne tacos. Jamaica onions. Gotta. There's plenty of salsa on the tacos but you need to get these onions. Drinks are okay if you don't want to stand in another line. SEATING You're in grand Central Market. You know the drill. But you've got TACOS! If you can wait 5 more minutes before you eat, go up Angel's Flight and eat in the courtyard at the top.

    Villa's Trio with salsa verde and mango habanero
    Rebecca T.

    Villa's Tacos is wildly popular, and I have to admit, it lives up to its hype! Ordered the Villa's Trio, all of which came loaded with guac, cheese skirt, and protein on top of handmade blue corn tortillas. The tacos were messy to eat, but oh-so-good; I would recommend getting the salsa verde (mild spicy) and mango habanero (extra spicy; it packs a punch)! There's plenty of parking in the plaza (especially next to the grocery store), but I would recommend coming early before opening, as there'll likely be a decent line to get in. Takes about 20 minutes to get through, though, and I appreciate the friendly service no matter how busy it got. Solid service, solid tacos! Proud that it's a LA institution.

    Annie C.

    This spot is the original location. I saw a review say it's the grand central market location, so they're mistaken. Anyways I've followed this place since it was their only location, but have always been too far to try it. But I now realize it's a 10 minute drive from my office. My friend and I came a little before noon on a Monday. The parking lot seemed full, and there were a few people just sitting on the benches outside waiting patiently for them to open. My friend and I went up to look at the menu and unintentionally started the line. Then this old lady cut us. Whatever. The shop is tiny. They allow 5 guests in at a time, so I suggest one person from the party orders and the other secures a table as tables are limited. There is no indoor seating, it's all outdoor. Both of us ordered the sampler trio and an agua fresca. She got the cucumber limon and I got sandia (watermelon). The tacos come loaded with meat, cilantro, onion, creama, and crumbled queso fresco, and guac. And each tortilla has a layer of melted cheese, that right there is *chef's kiss*. The tacos were so delicious. The meat was tender and flavorful, the portions were big. It's worth the hype. The line got longer as we were eating, so I suggest coming a little before opening if you aren't trying to stand in line for awhile, Now, you're probably wondering why if the tacos were that good, did I only get 4 stars. Well that's because they gave us two tiny little cups for salsa. And not two per taco sampler, but two tiny cups for 6 tacos. We had to ration it. And it was much of a hassle trying to ask for more.

    Cristina G.

    We finally tried Villa's Tacos and they did not disappoint. These tacos are cheesy, saucy, and messy in the best way. The blue corn tortillas with that crispy cheese crust... so good. We got the trio and honestly that's the move for first timers. Everything was super flavorful and filling. Only thing--be ready to wait! We went on a Monday before they opened and there was already a line - not long but it gets longer. Extremely casual vibe with super friendly staff :)

    Asada ranchera tacos
    Marc R.

    5 STARS. Villa's Tacos is arguably the best taco shop in all of LA. The ranchera asada and chorizo de puerco queso tacos are 100% the reason to pay a visit to this shop. The freshly made blue corn tortillas with the grilled cheese and meat make the tacos so epic. The salsas that they serve with these tacos are a perfect complement too. Don't be intimidated by the long line out the door - it goes quickly, and they are very efficient. Seating space is a little limited at the picnic tables outside, but other than that, there is ample parking. Service has always been top notch and ultra-friendly. If you are looking for an amazing LA taco experience, make sure Villa's is top of your list.

    Queso tacos (chorizo, chicken, asada), watermelon aguas fresca
    Lily P.

    Soooo bomb. We got queso tacos, one of each meat. My favorite was the asada. They have a good salsa selection too. The watermelon agua fresca was sooo refreshing. The flan was nothing standout but it satisfied the craving. There was a line on a Friday night, but I think all in all we waited 25 min to order and get our food. There are also only a few tables to eat at out front but we were lucky to grab a table as someone was leaving.

    Salsa bar
    Jo G.

    Went on a Friday around 1pm and there was a line, about a 30 min wait counting the time in the line and food coming out. Line went by pretty fast and once your order is in , it also comes out super fast. Ordered Villas trio and 3 regular asada tacos . They were all delicious , normally I like regular tacos , I think that when a taco is well done it doesn't need much but the flavor of the meat. However, I wanted to try their trio since it's what they're known for. The tortillas were delicious, can definitely taste the freshness and I love that the cheese added to the tacos and wasn't overpowering. Also ordered agua de pepino y lemon & loved it ! It was perfect not too sweet & def fresh. I would stop by if in the area again. Also wanna go on a weekend to try out Birria Tacos :P (they're only served Saturday and Sunday ). Overall all they were yummy!

    Outside with line out front (30+ min wait)
    Charline M.

    This is a really popular spot and it shows! The wait to order took about 30+ mins. Once you order, food comes out within 5-7 minutes. Outside there are some benches but they fill up quickly so we ate in the car. I got 2 Ranchera Asada queso tacos and 1 chorizo queso taco. Flavor-wise, the tacos were really tasty but the meat itself was missing a bit of seasoning. The cotija cheese and guac helped. The portions are also good for the price and very filling.

    Ethan P.

    Imma be honest and say I'm a bandwagon and showed up because of the Bad Bunny Super Bowl performance but very glad I showed up because the hype is real! I heard the owner started as a street food vendor and worked his way up to now opening several locations...very admirable! Very generous portions(can't even see the iconic blue tortillas lol) and the price was reasonable. Definitely enjoyed the queso and the sauce bar was excellent. I got 3 tacos and was happily satisfied. I went on a Friday afternoon and although there was a line, the service was so fast and efficient that I don't think I waited that long. Parking was a little competitive but will definitely come back for more.

    Chorizo and carne asada
    Chelsea C.

    This location is in the Grand Central market in downtown. This is always a special experience. Everyone that lives here a visit should have this experience at least once. It's a great opportunity for people to have lots of different foods, although seating is always a challenge! The staff was super friendly and helpful when making choices. The wait wasn't terribly long, but it's soon was wrapping around the corner. We didn't wait too long for our tacos. And they are absolutely worth the wait! They were both delicate with the blue corn tortilla with a robust flavor, a perfectly seasoned meat and many choices for good salsa. I think next time I will ask for the guacamole on the side because I would like to taste it street taco style. I do understand what all the hype is about.

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    Loveeeeeee supporting a local business that is super cultured. They serve all their food with love and care. They offer house made jugos, salsa and their Queso tacos are perfectly crafted and cooked with a crispy cheese edge. I ordered 2 asada and a papas con chorizo. Definitely on the pricey side for some tacos, but it's worth the hype. The tacos come topped with chopped white onions, cilantro, creamy avocado and sprinkled with cotija. The self served salsa bar offers plenty of ways to top your food off - from mild, to spicy, to extraaaaa spicy. Due to the quality and flavors, i will be back!

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    1 month ago

    My first time trying Villas Tacos and I loved it! Felicia, the cashier, was so sweet and helpful. Great service and great food!

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    4.5/5 Senior this place is good their QUESO tacos so good makes me feel like speedy gonazalas in mexico city again

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    Ask the Community - Villa's Tacos

    Google notes that waittimes can be around 45 minutes. is that the wait time to order? I want to go but i have a 2 year old ... not sure how long she would be able to hang.

    Just depends when you go but I've been there multiple times and the wait is never close to 45 minutes. Think the longest I waited in line/picked up food was 20 minutes ish.

    Does the original location have ample seating? I have invited someone to meet me for lunch.

    the spot had at least 3-4 tables out front. depends on business i'm sure but i found seating instantly!

    How do i get in contact with someone to talk about a piece of plastic that was in my food? When I found the plastic, I called, but no one answers & the mailbox is full. I was hoping to not post the picture without talking to someone first.

    There's a phone number and email address listed on their business website. (https://villastacos.com)

    Is a Taco trio enough to fill a hungry man?

    It is filling but just depends on the appetite of the person. You can always order more!

    Do they serve beer at the Highland Park location?

    Hello familia, no we do not. We only serve beer at our Downtown LA location.

    Are there onions in the guacamole?

    No there is not.

    Hello, how can I get info for catering for a wedding? Thank you!

    Thank you for your inquiry familia! We are honored you would love for us to be a part of your event. Please send us an email with the date, location, and estimated number of guests and we will get back to you with a quote.… Read more

    Are the tortillas made with animal fat or cooked on the same grill as the meat? I love Villa's but my vegetarian wife thought her veggie tacos had a faint meat taste.

    Hey what’s up familia! Our tortillas are not cooked with animal fat, we separate the meats and the veggies. One of our planchas is fully vegan the other one is vegetarian. We never ever put meat in them & we have a steam table where we only put… Read more

    Are you cash only?

    They take cards.

    Do you guys cater for large events?

    What time do they open up?

    Normal times are 3-9:30p, Fri, Sat, Sun only

    You guys accept Apple Pay?

    Yes and they do venmo also!

    Are your tacos gluten-free? I'd love to try them!

    Yes the tortillas are made with corn.

    What are your hours?

    Tuesday-Sunday 12pm-9 pm according to their ig

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    First time for parking lot tacos for me!…read more I was feeling a bit peckish but didn't want to eat too much, so Yelpers, thank you for leading me here! I was able to snag two tacos for $4.50 that tided me over until dinner time. Now: bring your car because there's no place to sit! I arrived on foot, so dined standing up. Quite a variety of means - I'm a "safe" eater and enjoyed pollo and asada. I loved the self-serve salsas; the green salsa was delish and had a good little kick to it. Happy to have found this spot, and want to come back! 2026: 32/100

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    I delayed writing this review to really think through, and now I will confidently say--these are…read moreeasily the best tacos I've ever had. Having been to so many taco stands, I think what makes Tire Shop Taqueria really stand out are the right-off-the-grill charcoal-grilled meats, the freshly made tortillas literally in front of you as you are waiting on line, and the free guacamole that comes with each taco. The ordering process is like any other taco stand, though one difference is here the salsas/guacamole are all handled by the staff. If you'd like more of something, just ask them instead of reaching for the ladle yourself. There is a separate area though for grilled onions/peppers and radishes you can serve yourself. I got the asada, chorizo, cabeza, and al pastor, and they were all so good. The asada and chorizo are specifically grilled over charcoal, and that flavor really shines through. I loved how meaty and tender the cabeza was too, and the classic al pastor hit the spot. They have large communal tables setup, so it is a great friendly vibe to enjoy your meal I will say, the surrounding area is not the best in LA, especially given how the taco stand is only open at night. The parking lot is quite small, so I parked on a side street that had some abandoned cars, but of course, if you are in/from LA, this is not that new for us. I would hesitate if I am a tourist though to make it out here. Anyhow, the food really is worth it here, and I can't wait to be back!

    My husband said these are the best tacos he had in the states. Period. The flame grilled meats make…read moresuch a big difference in the flavor and the hand made corn tortillas are a must and take a great spot to an amazing spot. We only got the carne asada and the al pastor but it was so good we went back in line for seconds. The meat was very flavorful - the carne asada was thin but still very tender. The al pastor, I think uses a fattier cut than some other places but keeps it from drying out. The tacos were leaking meat juices still. The surrounding streets are quite dark at night but the parking lot the stand is in, is well lit and there is a covered seating area. We went on Thanksgiving weekend and there were maybe always 15-20 ppl in line at any given time. I imagine there are longer lines in the summer.

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    I feel like I must be missing something? I've seen Sonoratown on so many lists and guides for best…read moreMexican so we finally decided to check it out. We ordered just a couple tacos - one asada and one tripa, based on reading numerous recommendations that those are what to get here. $3.50 a taco which is not bad for a restaurant taco. It's a cool casual vibe here. Seating inside as well as the patio. They have tasty looking horchata and other agua frescas. Colorful walls. They bring your food out to you by calling your name. The tacos were loaded with a pretty decent amount of meat and toppings. But sadly we were far from impressed by the flavor. The asada was okay and better than the tripa, but it paled in comparison to our go-to taco trucks in the area which only costs $1. And the tripa was strange to eat in taco form. The tripa is crunchy small pieces so it just feels odd to eat in a taco. Maybe if it was just served as an appetizer to eat by itself, but even then, it kinda just feels like you're eating pellets. Don't see the hype unfortunately.

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    Cute little back bar area you can order more drinks and there's other seating around

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