Best Tacos in Houston, TX
12 authentic taco joints in Houston, ranked by the Taco Love community. From birria to al pastor, breakfast tacos to late-night street stands — every spot is mapped, photographed, and road-trip ready.
Restaurants
Taco Fuego Post Houston (Downtown)
Downtown Houston, Houston · $ · 3,477 reviews
Space City Birria
Downtown Houston, Houston · $ · 1,567 reviews
Dripped Birria (Midtown)
South Central Houston, Houston · $ · 2,262 reviews
El Taconazo
Northside, Houston · $ · 4,166 reviews
Cochinita & co.
Lawndale / Wayside, Houston · $$ · 1,008 reviews
Gordo Ninos NASA
Clear Lake, Houston · $ · 365 reviews
Tacos Frontera
Bear Creek H E B, Houston · $ · 1,205 reviews
Tacos Doña Lena
Spring Branch Central, Houston · $ · 2,799 reviews
“Straightforward tacos, enchiladas & gorditas whipped up in a down-to-earth spot with basic seating.”
La Cocina de TJ
Northside, Houston · $ · 1,148 reviews
“Low-key counter-serve specializing in birria, plus other Mexican classics like burritos & tacos.”
La Calle
South Central Houston, Houston · $$ · 1,315 reviews
La Calle Tacos & Cantina
Downtown Houston, Houston · $ · 5,576 reviews
“Vibrant taqueria in warm, funky digs serving classic tacos, tortas and tostadas, plus beer and horchata.”
Bodegas Taco Shop
Houston Museum District, Houston · $ · 2,431 reviews
“Tex-Mex spot for build-your-own burritos, tostadas, tacos & salads, with a tequila bar & patio.”