Los Tacos Mexican Restaurant: Authentic Flavors in Philadelphia

Clean place very friendly service . I order three types of tacos carnitas , steak , chicken . The meats are very well seasoned great taste. BUTTT! They were so dry no juices the carnitas was more like chopped pieces of pork instead of nice juicy shreds of pork. The chicken same chicken chunks. And the steak the same way. No juices. I have been around authentic Mexican cuisine and this is not it. But they tasted alright they could have been way much better. Thus , 3 Stars

This Mexican restaurant just got a full makeover and it’s worth the visit! The new interior looks amazing, the tacos are delicious, and the updated menu is full of flavor. Great food, great service, and a fresh new vibe. Highly recommend!

When the call for tacos arises from within, I answer! Stopped in on a random day during lunch time after a quick Google search for nearby tacos (the real stuff). *Beware, not many parking spaces & those that are available have specific days/times for street cleaning which means you’ll be asking for a ticket as you enjoy your meal. The items chosen were of course tacos, mine the pescatarian version. While the menu was long & very inclusive- I think it was a bit too much for me. I like a more simple style menu that includes appetizers and entrees in an easy to read format… Nonetheless, this did not take too much away from the dining experience for me because I already knew what I wanted. You’re pretty much automatically served chips and the request was made for a small guacamole to add. Unfortunately that requested was fulfilled with guacamole topped with cheese…Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not knocking the forward thinking. But in these days & times I like the option of requesting dairy/toppings. There’s plenty of dietary restrictions which often turn people away from eating out, but I also think there’s plenty of room to a accommodate many of those restrictions simply by offering buildable dishes & allowing patrons to build them based on their preferences. I digress… The entrees that were ordered (birria & shrimp tacos) didn’t come out too quick, were hot with noticeable steam, & very colorful. Unfortunately, they lacked seasoning- salt specifically. I appreciated the freshness of the dish, ingredients, and presentation… but what is good food without seasoning? Is it still good?? I need my senses I awakened. Not only do I want to taste the food, I want to fully indulge in the experience. Everything else was great-our waitress was attentive and the atmosphere felt homey. I just needed the seasoning!

Always enjoy the food and casual atmosphere of Los Tacos. Alejandro was an excellent server and treated me royally as I dined alone.

First time at the restaurant they have great service great food nd not to pricey recommend it to anyone who likes Mexican food. This is called enchiladas verde de pollo (chicken green enchiladas) mmm delicious

5 stars If you’re looking for authentic Mexican street food in the heart of Olney’s 5th Street, Los Tacos Philly is an absolute must. From the moment you walk in, the warm service sets the tone for an unforgettable experience. The menu is packed with real-deal Mexican flavors, from the classics to bold regional specialties that are hard to find elsewhere in Philly. What really blew me away was the freshness of the guacamole—you can taste the quality in every bite. The aguas frescas are next-level refreshing, perfectly balanced and made fresh to order. The seafood selection is outstanding, especially the whole roasted fish with tamarind glaze—a flavor bomb that melts in your mouth. The seafood rice in adobo is rich, smoky, and deeply satisfying, while the authentic cucumber ceviche (Aguachile) made with the catch of the day is bright, zesty, and super fresh. This place captures the soul of a Mexico City mercado with every dish. Highly recommended for anyone craving a true taste of Mexico right here in Philly.