Arturo's Puffy Taco - Whittier

Arturo’s Puffy Taco brings Texas-style innovation to Whittier with their signature fried masa shells that balloon into crispy, airy perfection since 1978. Picture a taco shell that’s a culinary marvel: fried to golden perfection. It balloons into a cloud-like puff that’s irresistibly crispy on the outside yet soft and airy inside. Their famous puffy tacos feature choices of carne asada, guisada (pork stew), chicken, or original ground beef, all served in the distinctive puffy shells. The family recipe originated in San Antonio, with founder Arturo bringing this unique Tex-Mex creation to California. Popular combinations include chile relleno burritos and combination plates under $10. Cash-only operation maintains authentic dive atmosphere, with customers traveling from across LA for these one-of-a-kind tacos. The restaurant represents a rare surviving example of classic Tex-Mex puffy taco preparation, earning loyalty from generations of customers who describe the experience as nostalgic perfection.