It seems like there’s a new taco shop popping up on every street corner here in Southern California. While many of them are quite excellent, there are a few that really stand out and make you want to return again and again (and again!). From fish tacos to carne asada tacos and everything in between, here are seven places to get tacos in SoCal that are out-of-this-world good. Just stand warned: you’re totally going to have to fulfill your taco cravings after reading about these drool-worthy fare!

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We don’t know about you, but now we are craving tacos, tacos, and more tacos. Oh, and some guacamole, of course! Is your mouth watering yet? Are you jumping in your car and heading to the nearest taco shop? Did you know about all of these tasty places? Let us know about your favorite taquerias in SoCal!

And if you can’t get enough SoCal tacos, you’ll definitely want to check out this list of where to get the best fish tacos in SoCal. Watch out Taco Tuesday, things are about to get delicious!

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Places To Get Tacos in SoCal

Where can I find the best tacos in SoCal?

If the above taquerias whet your appetite for all things tacos, you'll definitely want to tackle out taco trail road trip, which provides an itinerary for enjoying the best tacos in SoCal. For one of the best Mexican restaurants in Southern California, make your way to La Casita Mexican Restaurant in Idyllwild, whose menu features such delicious dishes as burritos, tacos, and enchiladas. But why choose? If you want a bit of everything, they offer combo platters that are a total Mexican-inspired masterpiece. And if you like discovering hidden gems, you’ll definitely want to check out La Noche Buena in Los Angeles. The unassuming little sport in SoCal serves such Mexican classics as tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. And if you want all.the.things on the menu, pick and choose your favorite dishes to build a plate of Mexican food just the way you like it. The portions are generous, and the food truly is soul-satisfying.

What's the Mexican food scene like in SoCal?

In addition to there being a ton of places to get tacos in SoCal, this part of The Golden State is well-known for its incredible Mexican cuisine. Cali Tacos is a fan-favorite; they have been serving customers Mexican food in San Diego County for more than 20 years. And contrary to their moniker, the burritos are what really set Cali Tacos apart. These behemoth burritos are literally as big as your arm, filled with guacamole, cheese, and sour cream, wrapped together with your choice of meat, and finished off with fries or potatoes, making it extra crispy with each bite. It's absolutely incredible! Finally, Tio's Tacos is a total underrated gem. This restaurant features some crazy decor and flashy curb appeal, but it's the food inside that's most noteworthy. Their "wet burrito" is crave-worthy; you'll need a knife and fork for this giant burrito drenched in enchilada sauce and melty cheese. (It's basically a behemoth enchilada, and we're not mad about it!)

Where can I find the best margaritas in Southern California?

Is there anything better that a delicious taco *and* refreshing margarita? We sure don't think so. For some of the best margaritas in Southern California, definitely check out Ortega 120 in Redondo Beach. This SoCal eatery features such margaritas as the house margarita and the pomegranate ginger margarita, for a total taste explosion! La Casita Mexican Restaurant is another winner in terms of delicious, frozen adult beverages: their margaritas come in either lime or strawberry, and are especially refreshing with their epic nacho plates. When eating Mexican fare, a margarita really is a must.

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