# Valerie’s Taco Shop > Spacious Mexican restaurant with a bright, clean interior and a lively staff. Atmosphere is quiet but can feel chaotic due to energetic service. Known for authentic tacos, fresh tortillas, and a salsa bar, it offers cold beers and a welcoming vibe despite a somewhat uninviting exterior. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Valerie’s-Taco-Shop2 - Address: 981 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad, California, United States - Phone: +16199295403 - Google rating: 4 (77 reviews) ## What it is good for - Salsa — 10/10 - Tortillas — 8.8/10 - Local Spot — 8.8/10 - Food — 7.6/10 - Seafood — 7.5/10 - Mexican Food — 7.4/10 - Taco — 7.1/10 - Breakfast — 7/10 - Breakfast Burrito — 7/10 - Fish — 6.7/10 - Burrito — 6.6/10 ## What people say - "The tacos here are delicious and authentic Mexican food." - "The tortillas here are fresh and handmade." - "The seafood here is so fresh and tasty." ## Good to know - The menu does not clearly list all ingredients, which may lead to allergic reactions. - Prices can change without notice, so check the menu before ordering. - The portions are large, making it a good value for the price. - Takeout is popular, and the shop is efficient in preparing orders. - Be aware that some menu items may contain cheese, even if not listed. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.