Highland Park's Best Carnitas -- A True Neighborhood Gem! This taco truck will always have a special place in my heart. I grew up in Highland Park, and my parents used to bring me here as a kid. It's one of those spots that instantly brings back memories the moment you pull up -- same truck, same incredible flavors. Their carnitas are hands down the best I've ever had -- flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right every single time. I've tried plenty of places over the years, but nothing compares. Ive always loved their burritos and tortas, but lately I've been hooked on their nachos, which are a newer menu addition and absolutely delicious. I'll even have my boyfriend drive me all the way from where I live just to get them! What makes this place truly special is its consistency. The food quality, the service, and even the prices have stayed solid throughout the years. In a neighborhood that's changed so much, it's comforting to know this hidden gem is still holding it down and keeping that authentic Highland Park flavor alive. They're parked right in front of a 7-Eleven, which makes parking super convenient -- definitely a plus in this area. If you haven't been yet, do yourself a favor and check it out. Always great food, always good vibes. This spot will forever be one of my favorites. read more

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Food: 3.5/5 Service: 3.5/5 Ambiance: 3/5 Stopped by to grab carne asada burritos. I was hungry and haven't had a burrito for a long time so I had big expectations with their high review. It's a taco truck and there are street parking or close by business parking for quick stop. I ordered carne asada burritos to go. After a few minutes, I grab my food and went back to my work. When I took the first bite, I was confused and disappointed. The meat doesn't look like carne asada, I believe it's carnitas. I was the only customer when I order and how could they possibly got it wrong? Also burritos was on dry side and portion is small compared to my regular spot. read more

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They accept credit cards and apple pay now. $2 for a taco and they give you heaps of meat on it. The carnitas is the best one, and it's towards the crispy side. Fast and friendly service. They'll ask 50c extra for salsa though. read more

Got the veggie burrito and it was delicious! Very fresh and tasty. Friendly staff. Will def be back!

4++ great taco truck in the Highland Park/Eagle Rock area (I think). I can't remember why I bookmarked this place, but I had it on my radar and it was really close when we were leaving a bar in that area. It's great because this truck stays open a later so you are able to get your taco truck fix late night leaving a bar, etc. The guys running this truck were cool and it seems like a popular place because a lot of other people had the same idea we did on a Thursday night. I got my go to which is two tacos and mulita. Everything was so delicious, especially since it really hit the spot after drinking. Definitely a great place to grab tacos or burrito in the area. read more

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My friend is obsessed with their vegetarian tacos (+ add cheese!!!) and I didn't really believe the hype at first. She then treated me to some and upon one bite, my mind was blown! Perfect ratio of toppings, fresh, affordable, and I love the salsas that come with it--especially the habanero. Shout out to Victor who's holding down this tasty and reliable truck! Have had it 2x this week alone! read more

This has now become my families go to taco truck for taco Tuesdays. I wouldn't call myself a taco connoisseur, but if the shoe fits... I've tried a significant portion of the taco meats they offer and here are my favorites: - Carnitas: really flavorful, cooked on the griddle to give it an extra crisp. - Cabeza: also really flavorful and tender, what you would expect for Cabeza, but with more flavor. I need a lot of sauce (green and red) with my tacos and this place does a OK job at not gatekeeping the sauce , depending on who you get taking your order. Lastly, honorable mention goes to the Horchata. It's the right ratio, not too sweet and syrupy - amazingly refreshing every time. If you're thinking about trying this taco truck out, do it. Do it now. read more

The food is always delicious and fresh! They have very very good meat here. The al pastor tacos are my go to as well as their asada multitas! Very nice people who work here and you can't beat their prices!! read more

This place deserves it big time. I come to eat here for already 4+ years every time I'm in the area of Pasadena. Literally delicious asada burrito. Keep up the good quality guys! See you next time. read more

The food is so good here , our fave is the asada burrito and nachos . Quick and easy food on the go or if you have late night munchies . The accept card which is my absolute fave . Service is fast and good read more

As a vegetarian - their veggie burrito is fantastic. My boyfriend said the carne asada was good too. So much flavor in the rice and beans - good amount of avocado and really good price for the size of the burrito! Their red salsa was super yummy, need to try the others. Service was kind and fast. read more

Decent taco truck in Highland Park. Cash only. Open til 1am so a good late night option for some munchies or drunchies. The tacos are decent street tacos. I liked the carnitas and al pastor. Besides the basic tacos, burritos, and quesadillas they also do tortas and nachos so it's definitely worth repeat visits. Their red salsa also has decent heat to it. They're usually parked in front of 7-eleven (Ave 52 & Fig). There's some street parking or there's a few spots in the 7-eleven lot. read more

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I eat here virtually every day. They are the best, I recommend the buche, lengua, and cabeza--but everything is good and also super affordable. The guys in the truck are really nice, too. read more

I come here for one thing ... The best chicken burrito in Los Ángeles... That's was up!!! Biatchhhhhh!!!! Drop Mic He out PS They got a red colored truck now and they usually park right in front of the 7 eleven... Make sure to tell them that they make the best Burrito in LA... Excuse me... CHICKEN BURRITO read more

Bruh Viva tacos Azteca has some of the nost delicious & super Mexican as hell flavor "Carne Asada". I was having my lunch rather late and I made my choice today based entirely on smell. I didn't look at prices and I didn't ask for nothing on the side. I order a Carne asada burrito as the steak was my I stopped. I will.for sure cone back soon and try the Carne asada in every form available on the menu of Viva tacos Azteca. IF YOU ARE HERE ON A BEAUTIFUL TOURIST VISIT PLEASE TRY THIS FOOD. YOU WILL BE AMAZED. read more

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Birria tacos so good! The consume was flavorful, warm and so good for dipping! Beware of their salsas! They are hot hot hot! This meal made me sweat in the heat of LA summer but it was so worth it! I would definitely stop by this spot again! It's in the Silverlake neighborhood on a side street - kind of hard to find unless you are setting out to visit this spot or are a local area resident. I took these to go up to the Griffith Observatory picnic table with some guests we had in town. Win + win! We found seating, had an incredible view and enjoyed some delicious authentic tacos! read more

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I ordered a pastor quesadilla and it had almost no cheese. The cheese was still whole and not melted. The pastor did not even look or taste like pastor. It tasted like boiled meat. The Taco asada was not seasoned. I do not recommend spending your money here. There are way better food trucks. The price was reasonable but I will not return. read more

My go to for the late night steak burrito!!! The chicken tacos are amazing and don't forget the green sauce

AMAZING tacos... some of the best I have had in a really long time. The tortillas were fresh, dare I say homemade because they sure tasted like it, and the meat was so good. I got asada, pollo, al pastor and lengua and each were delicious. Usually when you get a variety of taco meats you lean towards a favorite or compare the chicken at one taco stand to another as being better. In this case, every single one was my favorite because they really were all that good. The salsas were delicious and "con todo" on the tacos was done perfectly. The price is right too. The hubby and I left as happy campers and if we find ourselves in this area again we'll have to make sure we drop by again. Yummmmm!! read more

The BRC burrito with the habanero salsa is so so good! I've tried a lot of burritos in LA and as of right now this is the best one to date. Also, they're open late which is a plus read more

Found this place via Yelp after a fun night out in Hollywood. After a few drinks, tacos always sound good. Since we were near downtown, was hoping to find a truck with tacos al carbon or al pastor on a spit. This truck didn't exactly have those authentically prepared, but were already here and so we tried a few. Have to admit, the food is pretty good. Tried the asada, al pastor, carnitas and buche. All were good and worth the $1.75 per taco. They were a good size and had plenty of meat. Their green and red salsas were also tasty and added a great kick to the food. I like that the salsas and other condiments like limes and radish are self serve. Makes it easy to get what you need and the quantity you need. Service was fast and pleasant as well. Why only 4 stars then? I've had better tacos in LA. Asada tacos cooked over an open flame and al pastor fresh off a spit can't be beat when you can find them. Happy eating! read more

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The 2 meat burrito was good. But the service was bad! I asked if the sauce they put in the burritos is spicy, and the man literally said " I don't know". I said you haven't tried the burritos. And he said no. I also ordered a carnitas taco. Which was the not the best. To salty. The burrito ended up being alittle spicy. read more

Tasty food.... Mulitas are very yummy. Great El Pastor street tacos. Big portions.... U have to ask for the salsa , Lemon, and radish now.... So don't forget... The prices went up a little bit from before pandemic.... 2$ per taco, $3 per mulita now read more

This place is delicious! The mulitas are good- k got the pollo carne asada and carnitas- the chicken was good - not grilled/burned or dry! Loved the carnitas too! Carne asada was good but I think I'd try something different next time . The people working there were super nice to me even though I was a hot mess digging through my purse for money. It's cash only - I will def be back here! read more

I tried the cabeza tacos from this truck and was very disappointed. I've eaten cabeza in many trucks before but not like this. The cabeza meat from this truck was mostly hard tasting nerve pieces of meat. Not soft and juicy like other places. Won't be coming here again. read more

Their al pastol quesadilla is bomb!! I usually add sour cream with or without it it is just so good and juicy. I also like thier carne asada quesadilla, too. Also, their tripa tacos are soooo good. Especially, I love to eat it right after they make it. Even when I make to go, I eat it at the stand and make the rest to go. It is like cooked gobchang. Almost similar to korean style? They don't over cook the intestines. You should give it a try if you are a fan of gobchang, intestines. Also, their cabeza is pretty good. I am not a big fan of cabeza, but thier cabeza was pretty good. Soft, moist and fatty I like to mix thier guacamole salsa and the red salsa because the red one has slightly sweet and pleasantly spicy taste in it. Mixing them together makes kind of a creamy, spicy and a little sweety salsa. It goes really good with the food. Their green salsa is really delicious, too. Their orange colered salsa which is habanero one is really spicy. So, be careful.. I love thier picked jalapenos with onion and carrots so much!! I wish they open up one at Pasadena.. After I moved to Pasadena, it is kind of hard to go there often like before.. read more

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The gentleman taking our orders was so sweet. Burrito so good I had to take a nap after. 10/10.

They're not open til 1, whatever Yelp says. Update the hours please. People are hungry! Shitty. read more

I got a cabeza burrito. Pretty good. Yknow how sometimes ordering cabeza can get you a little gristle? Not here. Also it's by a 7-11 so you can stock up on a cheap big gulp read more

I was fueling up at the gas station and had a craving for carne asada burrito. Thankfully they were right across the street. Ordered 2 tacos with the burrito and the total for everything was $10. The quality of the meat was fantastic and the salsas was muy delicious! I'll definitely be back! Service was quick! read more

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Tacos are good, quesadilla is also good, and horchata is must try. The lady is friendly and she already remember me and my order :) they give you good amount of meat and last don't forget to give them tip for appreciation on how they make good food! read more

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I've been coming to this taco truck for over a decade, since the burritos were $5! Well, they're $10 now and I've moved out of the neighborhood, but I'm still coming back whenever I can. Truly the best burritos and the best habanero salsa ever. Just had to show some love after all this time. Thanks for the consistently delicious food and great service. Nice to know some things don't change, even if the price has to! read more

Damn!! Quesadilla was so good! This was hearty and delicious. You just can't go wrong. They had so many options. When hunger strikes, you got to get what your heart and stomach tell you. This was juicy and flavorful... Loaded with flavors and amount. I saved some of this and ate it for later. Loved this food truck! LA you do not disappoint. read more

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When you Spanish is BAD and English is not any better..... Kids Say in School, the young lady taking orders..... Hijole! Nice options - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=94ZbXiKCoH2sH8abVjvyVw&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg so we ordered some food "Por Aqui" Tacos ($1.50) https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=sfSI3YirgsT4Xd71yrRPiw&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=cEgSp7XuVG88MJu-ifp79Q&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg As you can see e food was not prepared "For Here" so sorry for he photos....... Carne Asada - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Poorly grilled, NO flavor, Salsa to the rescue https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg those Bottles not chopped tomato's. 2-Stars Al Pastor - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg NO TROMPO here.... as "pork" i's ok! this bootleg al pastor, well I'm not sure what spices/chilis they marinade with but...... it tasted nothing like what Al Pastor should. 2-Stars Carnitas - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg This piggy was pretty good, not he best carnitas in town, but better than the first two tacos. 3.5-Stars Lengua - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Lean, tender good taco, best of he bunch. 4-Stars Pollo - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Pollo is something I generally don't oder in a taco unless selection of canes is limited, sorry I ordered this one, chicken was DRY, no added flavor, chocked it down with added salsa roja! 1.5-Stars Quesadilla con Cane Asada ($7.00) https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg Compared to the Tacos I was surprised at how greasy this was, on he upside he Cane was grilled better https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/viva-taco-azteca-los-angeles?select=I1drm-YBQhgcZ832UrWwUA&userid=mXl8GMozjLoraG7PyFHWkg for a "quesadilla" it needed more Cheese... I would give this 4-Stars but all hat grease.... 3-Stars You want MUCH better food and only 1-1/2 Miles away https://www.yelp.com/biz/tacos-el-primo-los-angeles you'll Thank me later! AVG: 2.66 Stars read more

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based on the reviews I would of thought this place was good it's all fat they don't even try to cut the meat crazy service in that kitchen read more

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Amazing. Delicious. Great quality! Go here and take people here. You will not be disappointed! Everything was so well prepared and presented. The carnitas was perfectly cooked and even had a perfect crunch to it! Everything was amazing, if you're reading this, just go and eat there. For real read more

Best bean and cheese burritos ever! The service is fast and friendly and the chicken is wildly good!

Suitable for vegetarians and San Diego style flavors - super good!!!!! One of the best burritos in LA period.

All I gotta say is hell yeah these tacos are delicious!!!! (I got the veggie ones) Sorry for the short review but there's nothing else to say here other than these tacos were so good!!! read more

Drove over from Alhambra with a friend to try these tacos. She kept raving about them and that's one thing I miss about living in Nor Cal is having a good taco truck to hit. Viva Taco Azteca is the TRUTH! My only complaint is that they aren't here in Alhambra lol. The service was great, the food was amazing and the salsa bar was legit. read more