I find their lechon to be incredibly fatty. And if you’re looking for lechon (slow-cooked baby pig) tacos, it’s probably your best bet.īut again, these tacos are not my favorite, despite being a pork lover. Lechoncito de Oro is another popular taco stand in Oaxaca that is a favorite in the city. These tacos won’t break the bank after all. I’ve tried several locations on various occasions and my verdict is that the tacos are a bit dry. However, the alambre plates with cheese are also popular. Their specialty is pastor tacos which is evident by the large rotating spit that starts fresh each day. And while it’s definitely not my favorite, I’ve included it because of its popularity. With so many locations around Oaxaca, Tacos Roy is a favorite spot for locals and travelers alike. And since most locations open around 2 pm, you can eat at Tacos Don Juanito for lunch or dinner. This is a solid option for tacos in Oaxaca. I personally love how the steam softens the corn tortillas, making them slightly wet and supple. These tacos are stuffed and rolled before being steamed. With several locations in Oaxaca, Tacos Don Juanito is known for its steamed tacos and pozole.īeing my first experience with steamed tacos, I wasn’t sure what to expect.
In the papas con chorizo, the housemade chorizo is made of seeds and spices which perfectly pair with the crispy yet smooth potatoes.Īnd the rajas con crema explodes with the flavors of slightly spicy poblano peppers and sweet corn topped with a tangy vegan Ranchero cheese.Įven meat eaters will appreciate these tasty tacos. Meaty portobello tacos take on the essence of barbacoa from Hidalgo while lightly breaded oyster mushrooms are treated like a thin slice of milanesa. Herbivora creatively replicates classic Mexican tacos using all vegan ingredients. I would argue this is some of the best vegan food in Oaxaca City. And as one review stated, “then you can go to sleep like a little angel.” Herbívora | Best Vegan Tacos in Oaxacaīefore you write this taco joint off because it’s vegan and you’re a meat eater, you have to taste the flavors coming out of this kitchen. They are the perfect cap to a night of mezcal, beer, or whatever else may be in your stomach after a night out in Oaxaca.Īn order of five beef barbacoa tacos is served with a cup of consome (broth). These tacos go down easy without being greasy. Tacos del Carmenĭ’Oscar Tacos sets up shop most nights in front of Tlaxaparta, a popular music venue and bar in Oaxaca.Īs a result, this stand is one of the most popular spots for late-night street tacos in Oaxaca. Keep in mind, both are closed on Wednesdays when street food carts aren’t allowed in the city. The other usually sets up shop around 12 pm in front of the Botanical Garden, one of the top things to do in Oaxaca. The one near this corner ( map) sets up in the morning and serves tacos into the early afternoon. This Oaxaca taco stand has two locations, neither of which I could find on Google Maps. And then order two more tacos, because you know you want to!
I recommend starting with two tacos and a cup of consume. I was told they cook the beef with avocado leaves which are also used in Oaxaca food, most notably when cooking a pot of beans. In reality, the beef barbacoa tacos are quite tasty. Lamb barbacoa is hard to find during the week. And honestly always wondered why you’d want to eat beef barbacoa when there is incredible lamb barbacoa in Oaxaca. I think I found the name, Tacos y Consume, to be a bit boring.
And after one bite of taco, I immediately wondered why. I lost count of the number of times I passed by this Oaxaca taco stand before stopping to eat here.
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