Taqueria El Paisa - Albuquerque

Taqueria El Paisa stands as Albuquerque’s authentic Mexican food destination, where “best. tacos. of. my. life. mejores. tacos” becomes reality for taco enthusiasts. This beloved hole-in-the-wall taco truck serves up legendary street tacos featuring expertly grilled carne asada, succulent al pastor cooked on a vertical spit, tender carnitas, and surprisingly delicious chicharrones with lean chunks. Each taco arrives on perfectly grilled small corn tortillas with fresh cilantro and onions, served at unbeatable prices around $3 per taco. “This Missouri boy found a GEM!. The carne asada burrito weighed a pound and was fantastic” reflects the generous portions and authentic preparation. The outdoor patio seating creates an authentic Mexican market atmosphere, while their house-made red and green chile salsas and creamy horchata complete the experience. Food connoisseurs consistently rate it among the best street tacos in the Southwest, with five-decade taco experts declaring them “absolutely tops for their genre”. Each meat receives unique seasonings perfectly matched to its base, creating an unforgettable taste of Mexico in Albuquerque’s South Valley.