ZipPicks Awards
Best Happy Hour Mexican in Corona
Master Critic Review
El Pasillo Taqueria
7.8
Mexican taqueria-bar just off 103rd Street with a small dining room, loud music, and a 5–7pm happy hour with discounted drinks and appetizers. It works best when you treat it as a casual pregame spot for tacos, quesadillas, and beers before a longer night out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tacos al pastor, Quesadillas de pollo, Nachos de carne
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 6.4
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Compact taqueria with a dancey, neon-lit bar feel and a defined happy hour on drinks and snacks.
Who should go: Friends chasing tacos, beers, and loud music
When to visit: 5–7pm happy hour before the late-night crowd builds
What to order: Al pastor tacos, quesadillas de pollo, shared nachos
Insider tip: Slide in right at the start of happy hour to grab a table before the room fills and the music turns up.