The Quirkiest Restaurant In Southern California That’s Impossible Not To Love

Tio's Tacos in Southern California is a quirky and delicious hidden gem restaurant filled with eccentric art and flavorful Mexican dishes.

Southern California is no stranger to quirky restaurants. When you're a foodie destination like SoCal, it just comes with the territory. But as unique as some of our restaurants may be, it's hard to imagine there's a quirkier place than this one destination that's unlike anything you've ever seen. Tio's Tacos is one of the quirkiest, tastiest hidden gem restaurants in Southern California -- take a tour of this restaurant and let us know in the comments: have you ever encountered a quirkier restaurant in Southern California than this hidden gem?

You know you're in for a quirky experience when you approach a restaurant that features a giant skeleton riding a bike at the front entrance.

From the moment you arrive to Tio's Tacos, you'll quickly discover this restaurant is anything but ordinary.

The outside displays alone are filled with eccentric art in every nook and cranny. There's even a cute yellow truck on the premises with bright red lips and long eyelashes.

Make sure to look up and you'll find even more treasures. It's a visual feast in every direction when you dine at Tio's Tacos.

There's even a bicycle on the roof! But don't worry, that's not a real person riding the bike. Just another quirky piece of art to capture your attention.

This restaurant may be quirky, but it's also quite delicious. Load up on a plate of tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican fare for a hearty and flavorful meal.

The wet burrito is always a hit. You'll need a knife and fork for this giant burrito drenched in enchilada sauce and melty cheese.

For an adult beverage that will add a little kick to your day, go ahead and order their signature Michelada. It's loaded with so much shrimp and sliced veggies that it's practically a meal.

Add some greens to your meal and order the taco salad. It's layered with lettuce, cheese, your choice of meat, and a dollop of sour cream.

And let's not forget about the fresh condiment bar inside Tio's Tacos. It's filled with flavorful salsas and garnishes that will add even more flavor to your dish.

Once you order your food, you'll find tons of outside seating areas at Tio's Tacos. Each section has plenty of art displays to keep you mesmerized throughout the meal...

Especially these whimsical palm trees! I bet you've never seen art like this at any other taco stand you've visited before. It's definitely one quirky and fun place to be.

To experience this quirky gem in person, you can head to Tio's Tacos 3948 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA, 92501. Find Tio's Tacos on the web at the official Tio's Tacos website.

For additional Southern California destinations that everyone should experience at least once, make sure to check out our home page at Only In Your State Southern California. There are literally hundreds of great spots to explore in SoCal that are hiding right in front of your eyes. Enjoy!

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