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Birrieria Becerrito
Master Critic Review
Birrieria Becerrito
8.4
This food truck operation has built a devoted following for its beef birria served in multiple formats from traditional tacos to innovative birria ramen. The marinated shredded beef is slow-cooked and arrives with rich consomé for dipping, delivering bold flavors that stand out in Culver City's competitive taco scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Quesa Tacos, Birria Burrito, Consomé
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Slow-cooked beef birria with rich consomé in food truck format
Who should go: Birria enthusiasts and adventurous taco seekers
When to visit: Lunch hours or weekend evenings for peak freshness
What to order: Quesa tacos with consomé, crispy tacos, birria burrito
Insider tip: Three small outdoor tables available for sit-down dining
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Washington Blvd or nearby residential streets - usually easy to find. Food truck setup means quick in-and-out.
Dress code: Ultra casual - shorts and t-shirt perfect. It's a food truck.
Noise level: Outdoor setting with traffic noise - not ideal for long conversations but fine for quick meal chat
Weekend wait: 15-25 min order wait during peak hours (6-8pm). Line moves steadily.
Weekday lunch: 10-15 min typical wait. Weekday lunch is less crowded.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited - sides only. This is a beef-focused operation.
Vegan options: No dedicated options - consomé and meats are the focus here.
Gluten-free options: Corn tortillas available - main proteins are naturally GF but ask about cross-contamination in consomé.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if your date is adventurous and low-key. Three outdoor tables available but it's casual food truck dining with traffic noise. Better as a second or third date when you're past formal impressions.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed or taken - it's first-come, first-served food truck style. Grab one of the three outdoor tables if available or plan for takeout.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes - casual outdoor environment and kids love the messy, dippable tacos. Just be prepared to supervise as it's curbside dining near traffic. No high chairs or changing tables.
How messy is eating here? Very messy - the consomé dipping is half the experience. Napkins are essential. Not ideal if you're heading somewhere fancy afterward.
Is this actually worth the hype? Yes if you're into birria - the slow-cooked beef and rich consomé justify the buzz. Skip if you want ambiance or a full restaurant experience. This is pure food-focused.
Best For
Better for: Superior birria quality and consomé richness compared to most sit-down Mexican spots in Culver City. Better value than Tire Shop Tacos nearby. Win on authenticity and beef quality over trendy fusion places.
Skip if: You want a proper dining atmosphere, need extensive vegetarian options, or prefer chicken/seafood tacos. Choose Madre or Socalo if you need full-service restaurant experience with cocktails.