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1951 S San Pedro St
Los Angeles, CA 90011
+1 (213) 747-3176
http://kingtaco.com

King Taco, a beloved Mexican fast-food establishment, first opened its doors in 1974 from a converted ice cream truck by founders Don Raúl and Doña Lupe. Stationed next to an East LA bar, their flavorful offerings quickly gained popularity among locals. Today, King Taco boasts 22 locations, serving a diverse array of authentic Mexican dishes that have earned acclaim from notable food critics.

Ricardo Barragan's painting at the original 3rd street location pays homage to King Taco's humble beginnings. Operating as an order-to-go spot in the 80s, customers would place their orders at the windows and savor their tacos atop their car hoods. The vibrant history and unique atmosphere of King Taco make it a standout destination among Los Angeles' original dining establishments.

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3.0209 reviews
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Kyle L.
9/9/2025

I come to this specific location at least 3 times a month after work. I've never had any issues with this location. Food was always consistent. Service was always efficient. I usually show up...

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Renee P.
6/2/2025

My first and last time ordering from King Taco. The Asada tacos and burrito were dry and had zero seasoning, all the red sauce could not make the Asada taste good. Never again!

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Valerie R.
8/6/2025

The meat is always fresh. Sometimes there's a line but it's worth standing in. You can dine in or have it to go. They even do Door Dash!

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Melinda B.
12/28/2024

Yummmm I love their carne asada. I get a burrito with extra meat and green sauce (no rice). The service was good! The people behind the counter were nice. I had a burrito for the ride home after...

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Claudia N.
8/5/2025

I haven't had King Taco in years. Decided to order some though Uber Eats to have it delivered to my home. I ordered two simple sopes, and three tacos. The sopes were for me one was supposed to be...

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