We've compiled a list of the best tacos you can find in each and every state in the United
States. Whether you prefer your tacos with seafood, pork, beef, or no meat at all, we’ve
got you covered. Prepare yourself to travel to all the tacos that are calling your name.
El Barrio, located in Birmingham, Alabama, gets glowing reviews, and their Al Pastor
Taco gets much of the attention. This amazing taco comes with pork that has been marinated
in chile sauce and served with pickled onion and juicy pineapple chunks. The savoriness
and the little bit of spiciness from the pork is accentuated by the sweetness of the pineapple.
The history of Lane's Quickie Tacos dates back to a freezing day in Fairbanks, Alaska,
in 2013. Soon after that, this taco place became a
red hot name in the taco world, as awards and recognition started pouring in from across
the state and throughout the country.
While there are a lot of yummy looking tacos on Lane’s Quickie Tacos’ menu, it's The
Missing Link that you should order. This unique taco features a sizable smoked sausage link
in the middle, surrounded by bell peppers, onions, and a creamy white sauce.
If you're searching for the best taco in Arizona, Phoenicians will tell you that one restaurant
stands apart from the rest: Taco Guild.
Visiting Taco Guild is like a religious experience for taco lovers. Why? Well, not only does
this highly rated taco joint serve amazing food, it's located inside of a historic church
building that dates back to before Arizona was officially part of the United States.
If you're looking for a taco blessing, go with their scrumptious Fried Cauliflower Taco.
With around a dozen locations in the state, you're never far from Tacos 4 Life when you're
in Arkansas. Their Grilled Chicken Taco will cause your mouth to water instantly. This
thing comes in a puffy tortilla shell and is packed with sour cream, queso, pico de
gallo, and, of course, grilled chicken.
Just walk up to the counter at Taco Nazo, say that you want to try their World's Best
Fish Taco, and within minutes, you will be a loyal fan. While you can also find tacos
made with chicken, pork, and other meats at this California taco joint, it's their fish
tacos that have resulted in their nearly flawless reviews.
El Camino Community Tavern is where you can find the best tacos in Denver, and the entire
state of Colorado for that matter.
While all the tacos at El Camino Community Tavern are well worth your hard-earned dollar
bills, it's their Carne Asada tacos that will blow your mind. When you order this meal,
you get 4 four-inch tacos topped with citrus and garlic-marinated steak. Additionally,
their Carne Asada tacos have corn salsa, tortilla strips, chile oil, and a yummy yellow sauce
that will have you licking your fingers.
Once you try the tacos at Bodega Taco Bar in Connecticut, you too will agree that this
is a great restaurant that's worthy of all the hype. Although the Americano Taco may
sound boring, it's actually a big hit. This thing is essentially a crispy beef taco with
cheese and salsa. It sounds basic, but your taste buds will be overjoyed.
El Pique is basically a hole in the wall located in Wilmington, Delaware. While patrons love
all their tacos, it's the Tacos de Cabeza that are otherworldly. Yes, the meat in this
taco comes from a slow-roasted cow's head — but don't let that gross you out. This
is a legendary taco that you owe it to yourself to try.
Not only does Coyo Taco have the top tacos in Miami, these bad boys are the best you'll
find anywhere in Florida.
Their Camaron Tacos are magnificent. They come with Gulf shrimp that have been expertly
seared along with guacamole and chipotle aioli inside of a flour tortilla.
Ask anyone in Atlanta for directions to the ultimate tacos in the state of Georgia, and
you'll be sent to Taqueria La Oaxaqueña. This top-of-the-line Mexican restaurant gets
high marks for their tamales, tortas, and soups, but it's their tacos that are the real
star of the show.
The Carnitas taco made with pulled pork is particularly popular. If you're adventurous,
consider ordering the Buche taco made from pork stomach. This Taqueria La Oaxaquena classic
isn't for the squeamish, but it too is glorious.
When you're looking for truly authentic Mexican food when you're in Hawaii, Ono Loco Tacos
is the place to go. If you have a cowardly palate, go with a Ground Beef taco. But if
you want to revel in the best of the best Ono Loco Tacos has to offer, order their Cow's
Tongue Taco.
Located in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Morenita's is a reliably fantastic place to get tacos
and any other type of Mexican food you can imagine. Their Street Taco is particularly
impressive. The ingredients are all fresh, the tortillas are so soft that they'll melt
in your mouth, and the toppings they give you are top notch.
While the Beef Hard Shell Taco at Illinois’ Taco Gringo may look like something you can
get from a Taco Bell drive-thru window, the quality difference is impossible to ignore.
Taco Bell's version may be cheaper, but the Taco Gringo version is so much better that
you won't mind paying a little bit extra. The shells are crispier, the meat has more
flavor, and the cheese has a bolder taste.
Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, Gil Tacos has some amazing tacos. Their Chorizo Tacos
are made from perfectly spiced sausage meat. While they're not super spicy, if your taste
buds are sensitive to spicy food, you probably shouldn't add salsa to these tacos — and
you might consider cooling them down a bit with sour cream or guacamole.
La Regia Taqueria began its existence as a food truck. After two years, they had enough
loyal customers to open a full-fledged restaurant in Iowa City, Iowa. While it's difficult to
find a negative word about any of their tacos, it's their Fried Shrimp Taco that will steal
your heart. In addition to the fried shrimp, it comes with cilantro, onions, tomatoes,
lettuce, and a touch of ranch dressing.
Travel to Topeka, Kansas, and try Tacos El Mexicano’s Tacos al Pastor. They combine
marinated pork and a special sauce to create something that people from all over the state
flock to. Add some of Tacos El Mexicano's homemade salsa, and it'd be difficult for
a meal to taste much better.
Taco Luchador has four locations in and around Louisville, Kentucky. If you're ordering a
taco, go with the only one that comes with the "chef recommended" tag on the menu: the
Baja Fish Taco. The chef knows exactly what he's talking about, as this masterpiece features
cod that has been battered in Mexican beer, cilantro, pickled cabbage, and chipotle aioli.
The tacos at The Rum House in Louisiana are extremely popular, and it's easy to see why.
This Caribbean taqueria has a unique and extensive menu that isn't replicated at any other restaurant.
The Creole Rib Taco has pulled rib that has been slowly simmered in a spicy barbecue sauce.
Joining the meat in the taco is roasted pepper and fresh cilantro.
Inspired by the type of taco trucks you typically find in California, Taco the Town takes that
expertise to Brunswick, Maine — and customers are really, really impressed. While they have
many carnivore-friendly tacos, it's actually the sweet potato-powered El Camote taco that
is the best taco in all of Maine. In addition to roasted sweet potato, it has red salsa,
pico de gallo, and the perfect amount of seasoning.
Baltimore, Maryland, got a lot cooler when Papi’s Tacos hit the taco scene. While you
really can't go wrong with any of their tacos, it's their Chicken Tinga Tacos that are next-level
good. The chicken pops with flavor, and the fresh veggies in the taco add a special amount
of diversity to the meal. No matter which taco you go with at Papi's Tacos, be sure
to order a side of their great guacamole.
The Dallas Spicy Beef taco at Lone Star Taco Bar is great, but the Grilled Avocado Taco
manages to be even better. If you're a vegetarian, book your flight to Boston, Massachusetts,
right now, because this thing is one of a kind. Beyond the corn relish and the green
salsa, order it with braised tofu, and you'll be in love.
Mi Pueblo is regarded as a top Mexican restaurant in Michigan and the absolute place to go when
a taco craving hits. Their Carnitas Taco is supercharged with soft pulled pork that won't
do you wrong. It has so much flavor that you don't even need to add salsa or anything else
to it.
Order the Tacos de Alambre at El Taco Riendo in Minnesota. These amazing tacos come with
either barbecue pork or asada steak. After you pick your meat, your tacos are finished
off with pineapple chunks, mozzarella cheese, onions, sweet peppers, and ham.
Green Ghost Tacos have the best tacos in Mississippi. While they make it easy to buy tacos by the
dozen, if you can only pick one taco, the Barbacoa Taco is what you should select. If
you've never eaten barbacoa before, it's definitely one of the Mexican foods you should try whenever
you get a chance.
What's better than tacos? Tacos with a delicious dessert like tres leches cake, sopapillas,
flan , or churros! That's exactly what you can get at Rosy's Cakes & Paco's Tacos. Located
in St. Peters, Missouri, the Mexican Street Tacos are so good that you'll tell your entire
familia about them.
Get an amazing Spicy Pork Taco at Taqueria Montaña in Montana, and your jaw will drop
with delight. It comes with salsa, cilantro, and a lime wedge on a corn tortilla. You may
be tempted to switch to a flour tortilla, but don't mess with perfection.
Tacos Las Palmas is an elite Mexican restaurant that makes the best tacos in Nebraska. While
Tacos Las Palmas has an outstanding taco made from cow's tongue, it's their Pork Marinade
Taco that reigns supreme. The marinade they use when creating this taco will coat your
entire mouth with flavor.
With three locations in Nevada, El Dorado Cantina offers the best tacos in the state.
This Mexican restaurant has won a number of awards, and they've earned each one. While
everything is delicious at El Dorado Cantina, go with the Pulled Chicken Taco.
In the small town of Hillsboro, New Hampshire, you'll be able to get your hands on the best
tacos the state has to offer at Taco Beyondo. If you want a recommendation, go with the
Carne Gringo Taco. While the moniker doesn't sound especially appetizing, you can rest
assured that this taco with seasoned ground beef is fantastic.
It's no secret that locals in New Jersey go to Tacos el Tio for great tacos. Of all the
choices on their menu, the best taco is the Carne Asada Taco. This taco is made with marinated
steak and is so hearty that it could be your lunch and dinner.
Taqueria Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico has many loyal patrons who simply can't get
enough of their food, particularly their tacos. Of all the options, go with Taqueria Mexico's
Shrimp Taco. This thing is filled with grilled shrimp, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
Be sure to order more than one because these tacos tend to disappear faster than you'd
expect.
Los Tacos No. 1 was created by a trio of friends from California and Mexico whose goal was
to bring authentic tacos to New York.
“Soon as we arrived, there were like no good tacos. You talk about New York City.
It was missing that iconic taco.”
Their Nopal taco made from grilled cactus is surprisingly stupendous. However, it's
the Adobada taco that has lifted Los Tacos No. 1 over the top of their competition.
Paco's Tacos & Tequila is a Tex-Mex restaurant in Charlotte, North Carolina. Paco's Taco
is their specialty, and it's definitely what you should order. This bad boy has beef brisket
that has been slow-roasted for ten hours as its centerpiece.
North Dakota-based restaurant, The Red Pepper has been credited with the best late-night
food in the country — and it's their delicious tacos that might be the biggest reason why.
While their menu has many American classics like sub sandwiches, don't stray too far away
from their tacos. Specifically, it's their Hard Shell Taco that you should order when
in doubt.
The Fried Mahi Mahi Taco at OH taco is well worth a trip to Ohio. It comes topped with
pineapple salsa, and it's a treat to all of your senses. There is also a version of this
taco with a lighter preparation of mahi mahi — but go the fried route unless you’re
counting your calories.
Everyone loves Tacos Don Nacho in Oklahoma, and many agree that it has the best Mexican
food around. While there's nothing wrong with their tacos that come with a soft tortilla,
it's their Beef Crispy Taco that will truly tickle your taste buds. The outer shell is
the perfect texture, and the ground beef in the middle is seasoned to perfection.
Customers are raving about the Barbacoa Taco at Taqueria Nueve in Portland, Oregon. The
tortillas here are to die for, but it's the beef in the Barbacoa Taco that sets it apart
from everything else. It has a deep flavor that you will swear you can taste in the depths
of your soul.
Philly Tacos is the brainchild of Juan Carlos Romero, a culinary legend in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, who is known specifically for his mastery of the art of the taco. While
perhaps the most popular item on Philly Tacos' menu is the Al Pastor taco, the best one is
actually the Costilla taco. This beauty is made with short ribs, and it smells great
and tastes even better.
This Providence, Rhode Island, taco place, Tallulah's Taqueria, gets high praise no matter
who you ask. It not only has the best tacos in the state, but it's one of the most highly
rated restaurants in all of Rhode Island. Their Black Bean Taco doesn't have any meat
on it, but it combines black beans, guacamole, rice, cilantro, onion, and salsa to knock
your socks off.
Not to be confused with the Maryland taqueria of the same name, South Carolina's Papi's
Tacos is located in the city of Greenville, and its customers point to the food's freshness
and the friendly staff as to why this taco place has gotten so popular. If you're in
a hurry, go with the Travelin' Taco, served in a Fritos bag. Otherwise, their Al Pastor
Taco is the best of the bunch.
If you're in South Dakota, you know there's only one Mexican restaurant that sells five-star
tacos — and that's why Sabor a Mexico is always so busy. Located in Rapid City, this
eatery has a long list of house specialties, but it's their Tacos de Pescado that will
invade your dreams. An order of Tacos de Pescado will net you three tacos topped with breaded
fish that has been blessed with authentic seasoning, pico de gallo, cabbage, and sour
cream.
Those who saw the Nashville, Tennessee, taco joint Mas Tacos Por Favor on Diners, Drive-ins,
and Dives have not been disappointed after eating here.
“Come to Nashville Tennessee and visit Mas Tacos Por Favor.”
If the national spotlight and positive reviews don't tempt you, just take a look at the Cast
Iron Chicken Taco, and you'll be convinced. The chicken is unbelievably soft, and it's
topped with a generous amount of cilantro and other goodies.
At The Little Taco Factory in San Antonio, Texas, you will find highly reviewed breakfast
tacos that come in a variety of combinations. While it's difficult to go wrong, the most
flavorful of the bunch is their Chorizo and Egg Breakfast Taco. The savory sausage and
the egg combine to create an absolute fiesta in your mouth.
Taco Taco in Salt Lake City, Utah, has tacos that couldn't be rated higher. While their
menu has all the classics including favorites like Chicken Mole Negro and Carne Asada, the
Zucchini Blossom Taco is a grand slam. You wouldn't think that a taco could rely on zucchini
flowers to win you over, but that's exactly what's happening with this taco.
Of all the pleasantly plump menu options at Taco Gordo, the Carnitas Taco is the one you
should choose. Made with hand-selected pork shoulder that has been slow-cooked for hours,
it's fantastic. After you eat it, you will join the chorus of overjoyed customers who
promote this place as the best taco joint in all of Vermont.
An award-winning chef named Victor Albisu is the man behind Taco Bamba , a restaurant
that has quickly claimed the title as the king of tacos in Virginia. El Rico Pollo is
a taco with chicken that the chef describes as "Peruvian-ish", along with puree made from
green chili, salsa, crunchy bits of potato, and more. If pork is more your thing, try
the Slumdog Millionaire with its chipotle pork, candied chili, and cucumber.
Washington-based Tacos Chukis has been around since 2011 and was inspired by the tacos that
can be found in Tijuana, Mexico. The best taco is the one that's so good that they named
it after the restaurant itself. The Taco Chukis has adobada pork, guacamole, cheese, grilled
pineapple chunks, and other magical ingredients.
Shepherdstown, a small town on the Potomac River, is where you can find West Virginia's
ultimate taco joint: Maria’s Taqueria. While you can find a wide variety of tacos worth
your time and money here, it's the Pork Belly Taco that should have you salivating first.
We all know that Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is famous for its beer, so it makes perfect sense
that the best tacos in the city would incorporate beer into the mix. That's exactly what happens
at Mazorca Taco, where their Beer Battered Fish Taco is even better than you're imagining.
If you don't like fish, you'll be happy to learn that they also apparently marinade their
beef in beer too.
Visit Jackson Hole, Wyoming and try Hatch Taqueria’s Breakfast Taco. Customers agree
that the food here is excellent. And if you need something tasty to wash down the food
with, Hatch Taqueria was also voted to have the best margaritas in town — and they have
a number of tequilas for you to choose from.
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