Santa Rita Jalisco Taco Truck night scene
East LA's Taco Legend

Santa Rita Jalisco
Real Tacos. Real Flavor. Real People.

Hit us up for the best tacos this side of LA. Legendary lemony asada, hand-crafted burritos, and famous pescuezos (fried chicken necks). Come hungry, stay for the vibe.

Fresh Daily
Hot Off the Grill
100% Authentic
Jalisco Roots
Late Night
Open 'til 3AM

3900 1st St, LA • (323) 261-2738 • Cash preferred

Why the Neighborhood Keeps Coming Back

Street food done right — from our legendary lemony asada to the famous pescuezos everyone's talking about

Fresh Handmade Tortillas

Every tortilla made fresh, every day. That's the secret sazón your abuelita would approve of.

Real Food, Real Prices

Quality street tacos that won't drain your wallet. Affordable eats with zero compromise on flavor.

The Outdoor Vibe

Benches, tables, lights, and live local energy. Especially buzzing on weekend nights with the whole block.

Late Night Spot

Open until 3AM on Fridays. Your go-to when the craving hits after dark and nothing else will do.

1,000+
Happy Customers
100%
Authentic Jalisco
Daily
Fresh Ingredients
3AM
Fridays
STREET FOOD CLASSICS

Don't Skip These

From asada to buche, cabeza to pescuezos — all served on handmade tortillas with killer salsas

Authentic street tacos
Legendary

Lemony Asada Tacos

$2+

The one everyone talks about. Perfectly grilled with that citrus kick. "Hit the spot" is an understatement.

Medium Heat
Mexican tacos

Loaded Burritos

$$$

Packed with your choice of meat, rice, beans, and our killer salsas. Hot, fresh, and filling — locals swear by them.

Mild to Hot
Somptueuse fête du Taco Un délice culinaire détaillé et réaliste sur une table brune foncée
Famous

Pescuezos Fritos

$$

Fried chicken necks — crispy, flavorful, and one-of-a-kind. Perfect with a cold cerveza. Once you try them, you'll be back.

Spicy!

Plus: Cemitas • Tortas • Quesadillas

Choose from asada, buche, cabeza, lengua, tripa, pastor — all with fresh handmade tortillas and homemade salsas

Fresh Tortillas Daily
Homemade Salsas
Secret Sazón
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Everything made fresh to order • Cash preferred

REAL TALK FROM REAL CUSTOMERS

What the Neighborhood Says

Over 1,000 five-star reviews — these are just a few of our favorites

"My adventurous family had a taco of each meat — buche was my favorite! Plus a cemitas de asada that hit hard."

Evelyn G.
East LA Local

"Cash only but worth it — tacos and burritos hot and fresh, staff call numbers in Spanish with a smile."

Diana W.
Regular Customer

"Lemony asada tacos hit the spot. Clean establishment. Friendly staff. Safe bet late at night."

S C.
Night Owl

"Tacos had killer flavor on tiny tortillas, outdoor seating with buzzing night energy, killer salsas."

Jess B.
Foodie

"Best carne in East LA, affordable, awesome salsa and fried chicken necks — perfect with a cold beer."

Vero M.
Taco Enthusiast

Join the Family

1,000+ happy customers and counting

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COME THROUGH TONIGHT

Find Us on 1st Street

Outdoor benches, good vibes, and the whole neighborhood stopping by. Especially buzzing on weekend nights.

Hours

Mon–Thu: 11AM – 12AM
Fri: 11AM – 3AM
Sat: 11AM – 1:30AM
Sun: 11AM – 1AM
Late night? We got you.

Location

3900 1st St
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Parking available nearby

Contact

(323) 261-2738
Cash preferred (some card options)
Bring cash to be safe!

Group of colleagues enjoying a lively lunch break, savoring delicious takeaway from a vibrant food truck in the bustling city
1,000+
Five Stars

Hungry Right Now?

Pull up to 1st Street and see what the hype's about. Lemony asada, loaded burritos, and those famous pescuezos waiting for you.

Fresh Daily
Budget Friendly
100% Authentic
Open Late
1,000+ Reviews
"Best carne in East LA!"