You can’t talk about San Diego without talking tacos. From hole-in-the-wall taquerias to iconic trucks, the taco scene here is stacked. But which spots do locals actually go to when they’re not trying to impress tourists?
🔥 1. Tacos El Gordo – Chula Vista
📍 556 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910
The king for a reason. Known for adobada sliced straight from the trompo—fast, messy, and 100% worth the line.
🐟 2. Oscar’s Mexican Seafood – Pacific Beach
📍 746 Emerald St, San Diego, CA 92109
The go-to for fish tacos. Crispy, spicy, and topped with fresh cabbage and creamy sauce. Try the shrimp taco while you’re at it.
🥩 3. The Taco Stand – La Jolla
📍 621 Pearl St, La Jolla, CA 92037
Homemade tortillas, juicy carne asada, and solid guac. Tourist-friendly but still loved by locals. Best with a Mexican Coke outside.
🌮 4. Mike’s Red Tacos – Clairemont Mesa
📍 4310 Genesee Ave #104, San Diego, CA 92117
Serious birria flavor. Crispy, cheesy quesabirria tacos made for dipping—don’t skip the consommé.
🧄 5. Tuétano Taquería – Old Town
📍 2548 Congress St, San Diego, CA 92110
Bone marrow tacos. Yes, really. Elevated flavors without the pretentiousness—memorable and rich, in true local style.
🌯 Tacos Are a Lifestyle Here
Whether you’re craving birria, fish, or classic carne asada, San Diego has something better than your basic taco Tuesday. These are the spots locals swear by—and now you can too.
📱 Coming Soon on Moushi
Find all these taco joints (and more!) inside the Moushi app when we launch this August. Until then, keep hitting the blog for real local recs.
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