Tacos on York Tour
TACOS ON YORK TOUR
Mexican and El Salvadorian fare can be found aplenty throughout these avenues and you'll need a guide to distinguish your taste buds' needs or try new things. Carnitas fries, anyone?
STARTING POINT
My Taco at 6300 York Boulevard #4
Los Angeles, CA 90042
My Taco
My Taco serves up a variety of specialty items, including the carne asada fries topped with cheese, sour cream, and guacamole.
6300 York Boulevard #4
Los Angeles, CA 90042
323) 256-2698
Villa Sombrero
Villa Sombrero has been a Highland Park favorite since the 1970s. After an upscale Mexican restaurant unsuccessfully took over the space, neighbors were happy to see Villa Sombrero return with its traditional menu and decor.
6101 York Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 256-9014
El Arco Iris
This family-owned restaurant has been serving food from Queretaro, Mexico, since 1964. Signature dishes include chile verde and mole poblano.
5684 York Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 254-3401
Mariscos Sinaloa
Seafood enthusiasts head to Mariscos Sinaloa for an order of shrimp ceviche.
5633 York Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 478-0353
Antojitos Guerrero
Antojitos Guerrero is known for their handmade corn tortillas and barbacoa, but more adventurous eaters should try the birria (goat stew) on weekends.
5623 York Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 254-6118
La Estrella Taco Truck
Taco and burrito lovers flock to this stationary truck for a bite. The menu is small but packs a punch with its flavorful carnitas, carne asada, and al pastor.
York Boulevard & North Avenue 54
Los Angeles, CA 90042.
El Pique Taco Truck
Tacos, burritos, and quesadillas are served at this popular truck found in a parking lot on York. They won't be giving up their parking spot anytime soon!
York Boulevard & North Avenue 53
Los Angeles, CA 90042
El Huarache Azteca
This restaurant, listed on food critic Jonathan Gold's 99 Essential Restaurants, features the huarache. This Mexican dish consists of a fried masa base with an assortment of toppings.
5225 York Boulevard
Los Angeles
California 90042
(323) 478-9572
DIRECTIONS TO START
TRANSIT: Take the Metro Gold Line and get off at the Highland Park Station. Follow Avenue 57 to Figueroa Street. Turn left onto Figueroa Street and continue until York Boulevard. Turn right on York Boulevard and My Taco will be on the corner of Avenue 63.
CAR: Exit the 110 Freeway toward Pasadena on the 30A exit for Marmion Way towar Avenue 64. Keep left at the fork to continue toward Marmion Way. Turn left onto Marmion Way and continue onto South Avenue 64. Turn left onto York Blvd and My Taco will be on the corner of Avenue 63.
WALKING DIRECTIONS
From My Taco, walk down York Boulevard to find all the restaurants on this tour.
ENDING POINT
Huarache Azteca Restaurante is the last restaurant on this tour. Grab a coffee from Cafe de Leche, or a drink from Johnny's or The York before heading home.