Craft and Taco Lounge — tacos in Escondido, CA

Craft and Taco Lounge

4.7· 1,230 Google reviews·$$·Central Escondido

Craft and Taco Lounge is a Escondido, CA taco spot in the Central Escondido area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.7★ rating across 1,230 Google reviews.

Rating
4.7
Loved by locals
Reviews
1,230
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Central Escondido, Escondido
  • •Strong Google review volume

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Neighborhood
Central Escondido, Escondido
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Craft and Taco Lounge serve?+

Craft and Taco Lounge is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Craft and Taco Lounge located?+

Craft and Taco Lounge is at 511 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025, USA, in the Central Escondido neighborhood of Escondido, California.

Is Craft and Taco Lounge good?+

Craft and Taco Lounge has a 4.7★ average across 1,230 Google reviews — loved by locals by Escondido taco standards.

How expensive is Craft and Taco Lounge?+

Craft and Taco Lounge sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Escondido taquería.

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