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Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Burritos Restaurants in Walnut Creek

2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Taqueria Extra
Full salsa bar and late grill runs keep flavors lively.

Notable Picks

$ Walnut Creek
Counter-service taqueria known for bright salsas, plancha-seared meats, and swift tickets late into the evening. It’s a dependable under-$15 stop for al pastor and hefty burritos downtown.
Must-Try Dishes: Al pastor tacos, Quesabirria, Super asada burrito
What makes it special: Full salsa bar and late grill runs keep flavors lively.

Worthy Picks

$ Walnut Creek
Family-run taco shop turning out classic street-style tacos, mulitas, and plates with friendly counter service. A practical pick for quick, affordable bites steps from the Locust bar strip.
Must-Try Dishes: Al pastor tacos, Mulita, Shrimp burrito
What makes it special: Straightforward Jalisco-leaning tacos with fast pacing downtown.