Taquería El Grullense — tacos in Salinas, CA

Taquería El Grullense

4.4· 400 Google reviews·$

Taquería El Grullense is a Salinas, CA taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.4★ rating across 400 Google reviews.

Rating
4.4
Highly rated
Reviews
400
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 Salinas, CA
  • •Plenty of community reviews

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.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Casual taquería
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cash recommended

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Taquería El Grullense serve?+

Taquería El Grullense is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is Taquería El Grullense located?+

Taquería El Grullense is at 976 Acosta Plaza, Salinas, CA 93905, USA in Salinas, California.

Is Taquería El Grullense good?+

Taquería El Grullense has a 4.4★ average across 400 Google reviews — highly rated by Salinas taco standards.

How expensive is Taquería El Grullense?+

Taquería El Grullense sits at $ (cheap eats) — typical for a Salinas taquería.

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