SEVEN Taco Tuesdays You Can’t Miss When in L.A.

Taco Tuesday in Los Angeles is practically a weekly holiday. With so many options, it’s hard to know where to start. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of the top seven taco spots in L.A. that you absolutely have to check out. Whether you’re craving classic street tacos, fancy filet mignon, or a side of rooftop views with your guacamole, there’s something for every taco lover here. Let’s dive in!

1. The Rooftop at The Wayfarer Downtown LA 

813 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: Start your Taco Tuesday with a side of city skyline views! The Wayfarer Downtown offers an elevated (literally) taco experience with their $25 3-course Taco Prix Fixe. Choose between a Caesar or Pear Arugula salad to kick things off, then move on to your choice of Barbacoa, Fish, or Tempura Avocado tacos. And to top it all off? Warm oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Yes, you heard that right—cookies to wrap up Taco Tuesday. This spot is perfect for those who want a classy twist on a classic.

Why You’ll Love It: Rooftop vibes, gourmet tacos, and dessert. What’s not to love?

2. Trophy Wife

3715 Evans St W, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Trophy Wife Tacos

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: Sometimes, you just need $3 tacos and a $3 shot to brighten your Tuesday. Trophy Wife delivers just that, with a side of cool vibes. Their laid-back, no-fuss approach is exactly what you need if you’re in the mood for great deals and great food. And don’t forget the $8 margaritas—because what’s a Taco Tuesday without a little tequila?

Why You’ll Love It: Cheap tacos, shots, and margaritas. Perfect for a quick and budget-friendly fix.

3. Umbrella taco 

7461 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Birria Tacos with beans and rice

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: For those who take their taco game seriously, Umbrella Taco is a must-visit. With $11 combo deals that include 2 tacos, rice, beans, and a drink, this spot keeps things fresh with taco choices that change weekly. Plus, $2 Modelo beers make this the go-to for anyone wanting a laid-back, yet tasty, Taco Tuesday experience.

Why You’ll Love It: Weekly changing taco menu and budget-friendly combos.

4. El Zarape 

4809 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029

asada tacos

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: Street tacos, nachos, and ceviche? Yes, please! El Zarape is your classic neighborhood taco joint, serving up $2 street tacos with options like grilled chicken, carnitas, and veggie. Their Taco Tuesday menu is packed with snacks like $5 nachos and $7 wings, making it a great spot for grazing with friends while enjoying a few affordable bites.

Why You’ll Love It: A menu that’s perfect for sharing, with flavors that hit the spot every time.

5. El Cholo DTLA 

1037 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

shrimp tacos

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: El Cholo is a staple in L.A.’s Mexican food scene, and their DTLA location takes Taco Tuesday to the next level. With options like filet mignon tacos and fish tacos made with pan-seared mahi-mahi, this spot is where tradition meets upscale flavors. Their Tres Tacos Al Carbon is a must-try, featuring marinated top sirloin, bacon, and jack cheese wrapped in handmade tortillas.

Why You’ll Love It: A fancy take on classic Mexican fare, with premium ingredients and historic charm.

6. Trejo’s Tacos La Brea 

1037 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

3 soft tacos

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: If you’re a fan of Danny Trejo (or just really good tacos), Trejo’s Tacos on La Brea should be on your list. With street tacos starting at $2 and options like carnitas with pineapple and mexi-falafel, this place has something for everyone. The $6 margaritas and $3 Mexican beers are just icing on the taco. Plus, they even offer a vegan-friendly menu, so nobody’s left out.

Why You’ll Love It: Unique taco varieties with a side of Hollywood coolness.

7. Mi Corazon 

2609 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027

street tacos

Why you’ll love their Taco Tuesday: Mi Corazon in Silver Lake offers one of the best bang-for-your-buck Taco Tuesdays around. For just $10, you get a taco, a tequila shot, and a Tecate. Their $3 street tacos are packed with flavor, and the drink deals don’t stop there—grab a $7 margarita or a $5 shot of Jimador Resposado. This spot is perfect if you’re looking to sip, snack, and savor without breaking the bank.

Why You’ll Love It: Affordable tacos paired with unbeatable drink specials.

Taco Bell is Hosting Taco Tuesday Celebrations to Empower Local Food Vendors in Los Angeles

For the second consecutive year, Taco Bell is partnering with fellow southern California innovator Revolution Carts to support local entrepreneurs at three Ave 26 Family Night Market events on various Taco Tuesdays this summer. For decades, Taco Bell has been inspired by Hispanic and Latin cuisines, so this is a continuation of its commitment to intentionally supporting and uplifting the communities behind that inspiration.

Supporting Food Culture Entrepreneurs
Mobile vendors are a staple in the bustling food scene of Taco Bell’s backyard in Southern California. Their tacos, tamales and other offerings are vehicles of innovative food fusions, helping contribute to the diverse flavors of the city. However, these hard-working vendors often face challenges to successfully operate their family-owned small businesses, like gaining access to regulation-compliant equipment, receiving permits, and even facing harassment.

Ever since liberating the Taco Tuesday trademark last year, Taco Bell has been on a mission to reduce the limitations so often found in making, selling or eating tacos — or any food. That’s why Taco Bell is building on its support from last year by gifting even more sidewalk-legal food vending carts through Revolution Carts’ efforts. After gifting 20 carts to SoCal food entrepreneurs last year, Taco Bell will be gifting 26 more new carts on multiple Taco Tuesday celebrations this summer.

Each cart will be health permit compliant and customized to feel like an extension of the vendors’ selves. The recipients will also receive valuable resources from Revolution Carts, such as access to safe vending locations and catered events, support to acquire proper permits and guidance on how to grow their businesses.

Taco Bell is expanding its support of local entrepreneurs by playing a major role in bringing the locally beloved Ave 26 Family Night Market back to Los Angeles for three summer nights of “Taco Tuesdays in the Arts District.” After originally growing its roots in Lincoln Heights, the market was required to relocate in 2021 to its current home at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena. However, with the support of Taco Bell, taco lovers can experience the night market’s inspiring community back in Los Angeles at the downtown Arts District on June 18, July 23 and August 13 from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. PT at 860 Traction Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

“We’re proud to keep supporting street vendors and night markets here in Southern California, like Ave 26, where we’re seeing tradition meet innovation on the frontlines of food fusion,” says Taylor Montgomery, Chief Marketing Officer at Taco Bell. “Street food creativity and culture continues to inspire us at Taco Bell as we evolve our own menu, and we’re excited to continue engaging with these entrepreneurs in more ways.”

This year’s Taco Bell-backed recipients of Revolution Carts will receive their new carts at each of the three Ave 26 Family Night Market events. The events will feature food vendors, music, art and the opportunity to hear the cart recipients’ unique stories.

“Our organization is motivated to advocate and support the mobile food economy and their people, and by partnering with Taco Bell we are able to increase our reach of support,” says Richard Gomez, Chief Engineer at Revolution Carts. “These vendors give their customers their best every day, and it is important that we give back to them as well to show our appreciation for all their services and sacrifices they make to serve us.”

By supporting these local vendors, Taco Bell is bringing more awareness to resource limitations and the obstacles that these entrepreneurs face. Once the vendors are equipped with the necessary equipment and permits, they can focus on growing their businesses and serving delicious, flavorful food to their community.

Get to Know a Few of the First 2024 Taco Bell x Revolution Carts Recipients
Each recipient is highly motivated to expand their business and was chosen for their unique food innovation — values that Taco Bell embodies.

Tacos de Canasta N&R, led by Nelson Hernandez: Nelson recently started this business after losing his job due to the pandemic. He saw a lack of tacos de canasta, also known as basket tacos, in his local food scene, so he brought the traditional Mexican dish to his SoCal community. His new cart will help his family expand the burgeoning business and ease current logistical challenges.

Cornkarts, led by Lizbet Salas Perez: Lizbet’s recipes have been handed down through her family for decades, if not centuries. Her menu ranges from a chileatole soup that her grandfather would ask for as a special birthday dish to champurrado, a chocolate-based hot drink. Seeing food as a window to showcasing the culinary aspects of her Mexican heritage, she’ll use her new cart to celebrate her culture with even more people.

Black Cornman LA, led by Andrew Johnson: Andrew sells elotes, hotdogs, tacos and more. He has been a vendor in LA for over five years, with additional experience hosting private events across the city. His new cart will remove his prior permitting worries and help him advance his approach of working with purpose, aiming for his recipes to bring people together.