Los Trompos Tacos de Barrio - San Antonio

Los Trompos Tacos de Barrio represents the pinnacle of San Antonio’s taco scene, helmed by celebrity Chef Jorge Garcia who gained fame on Netflix’s Taco Chronicles series. This family-owned taqueria, a decade in the making, features authentic trompo-style al pastor prepared by Garcia, formerly of El Pastor Es Mi Señor. The restaurant specializes in freshly carved al pastor from traditional vertical spits, along with their signature longaniza sausage tacos that have earned local acclaim. Customers rave about the “super authentic” experience, comparing it favorably to Mexico City’s best taquerias, with one reviewer noting the food tastes “like you are eating tacos from Mexico City.” The restaurant offers unique items like their off-menu 15-taco platter featuring assorted street tacos, providing exceptional value and variety. Beyond the food, Los Trompos creates an authentic Mexican barrio atmosphere, with Garcia and his team emphasizing “the way the taquero treats you, the way the environment is, it’s like being in the barrio in Mexico.” Open Tuesday through Sunday with extended weekend hours until midnight, this Hillcrest Drive destination delivers Netflix-worthy tacos that showcase San Antonio’s rich Mexican culinary heritage through masterful traditional techniques.