Taquería La Katrina — tacos in Santa Cruz, CA

Taquería La Katrina

4.5· 478 Google reviews·$$

Taquería La Katrina is a Santa Cruz, CA taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.5★ rating across 478 Google reviews.

Rating
4.5
Loved by locals
Reviews
478
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 Santa Cruz, 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.
  • →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.

Good to know

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

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does Taquería La Katrina serve?+

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

Where is Taquería La Katrina located?+

Taquería La Katrina is at 1719 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA in Santa Cruz, California.

Is Taquería La Katrina good?+

Taquería La Katrina has a 4.5★ average across 478 Google reviews — loved by locals by Santa Cruz taco standards.

How expensive is Taquería La Katrina?+

Taquería La Katrina sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Santa Cruz taquería.

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