Sancho's Taqueria
Sancho's Taqueria is a Palo Alto, CA taco spot in the Midtown area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.3★ rating across 656 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Affordable, everyday pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in Midtown, Palo Alto
- •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.
- →Cash often moves the line faster at casual taquerías like this.
- →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 Sancho's Taqueria serve?+
Sancho's Taqueria is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is Sancho's Taqueria located?+
Sancho's Taqueria is at 2723 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA, in the Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto, California.
Is Sancho's Taqueria good?+
Sancho's Taqueria has a 4.3★ average across 656 Google reviews — highly rated by Palo Alto taco standards.
How expensive is Sancho's Taqueria?+
Sancho's Taqueria sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Palo Alto taquería.
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