TACO CENTRO — tacos in San Diego, CA

TACO CENTRO

4.4· 45 Google reviews·$·Little Italy

TACO CENTRO is a San Diego, CA taco spot in the Little Italy area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.4★ rating across 45 Google reviews.

Rating
4.4
Highly rated
Reviews
45
Google reviews
Price
$
Cheap eats
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Quick biteGroup dinner

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Affordable, everyday pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Little Italy, San Diego

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.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Casual taquería
Neighborhood
Little Italy, San Diego
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cash recommended

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does TACO CENTRO serve?+

TACO CENTRO is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is TACO CENTRO located?+

TACO CENTRO is at 2171 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA, in the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego, California.

Is TACO CENTRO good?+

TACO CENTRO has a 4.4★ average across 45 Google reviews — highly rated by San Diego taco standards.

How expensive is TACO CENTRO?+

TACO CENTRO sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a San Diego taquería.

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