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ZipPicks Awards
Best Late Night Mexican in Sawtelle Japantown
Best Cheap Eats in Sawtelle Japantown
Best Cheap Tacos in Sawtelle Japantown
Best Happy Hour Tacos in Sawtelle Japantown
Master Critic Review
Tlaco Tacos
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A compact takeout-first Mexican-Salvadoran shop that’s quietly become a neighborhood standby. Tacos are straightforward, well-seasoned, and priced for repeat visits, with pupusas as a bonus move. Best for low-friction late meals you can grab and go.
Must-Try Dishes:
Al Pastor Tacos, Carnitas Taco, Chicharrón y Queso Pupusa
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.3
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.7
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Tacos plus pupusas in a tiny, local takeout shop.
Who should go: Budget-minded locals and late-night pick-up folks.
When to visit: Evenings for easy takeout.
What to order: Al pastor tacos, carnitas, pupusa de chicharrón.
Insider tip: Add curtido and salsa roja to the pupusas for balance.
Hours
Monday9am - 8pm
Tuesday9am - 8pm
Wednesday9am - 8pm
Thursday9am - 8pm
Friday9am - 8pm
Saturday9am - 8pm
Sunday9am - 5pm