Best Late Night Tacos Restaurants in Northridge (91324)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: April 2026
Our Top Pick
El Taco Llama
Cash-only Valley taqueria where oversized burritos and cheap prices have built a loyal local following
Notable Picks
8.0
A steady, old-school counter spot that locals hit for late-night tacos, burritos, and horchata. The carne asada is reliably well-seasoned, and the house salsas give everything a bright kick. It’s casual and quick, with extended weekend hours that make it a dependable after-hours option.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Burrito, Carne Asada, Gorditas
What Makes it Special: Cash-only Valley taqueria where oversized burritos and cheap prices have built a loyal local following
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Comfort Food Classics
A Tijuana-style taqueria that built its Valley following on slow-cooked birria and generously loaded asada—the kind of place where regulars order the same torta for years and still find it reliable. Works best for quick counter service when you want proper street tacos without the gimmicks, though peak hours test your patience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria, Asada, Al Pastor
What Makes it Special: Northridge taqueria known for birria that draws crowds from across the Valley
7.8
A late-night corner taqueria built around a straightforward asada-forward menu where tacos, mulitas, and gorditas come off the grill fast and cheap. The no-frills outdoor setup on Reseda Blvd draws Northridge locals who want solid street-style execution without any pretense. It runs best as a post-9pm stop where you order at the counter and eat standing up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asada Tacos, Burrito, Gorditas
What Makes it Special: Street-style taqueria running a no-frills operation where asada is the star and prices stay low
7.8
A birria-forward late-night spot where rich consommé and crisped, cheese-laced tacos are the main event. The dipping-friendly menu is tight and focused, and evenings are when things shine. Great for anyone chasing that deep, slow-cooked flavor profile over a casual dine-in or takeout run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Birria Tacos con Queso, Goat Birria (Chivo), Birria Ramen
What Makes it Special: Late-night counter-service spot built entirely around slow-cooked beef and goat birria, served as cheese-crisped tacos, ramen, and consommé dippers.