Mercado Pasadena
Mercado Pasadena is a Pasadena, CA taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 741 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Reasonable mid-range pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Pasadena, CA
- •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.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does Mercado Pasadena serve?+
Mercado Pasadena is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is Mercado Pasadena located?+
Mercado Pasadena is at 140 S Lake Ave #101, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA in Pasadena, California.
Is Mercado Pasadena good?+
Mercado Pasadena has a 4.5★ average across 741 Google reviews — loved by locals by Pasadena taco standards.
How expensive is Mercado Pasadena?+
Mercado Pasadena sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Pasadena taquería.
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