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Carnitas and Tacos

Made for those who treat the hunt for the perfect carnitas taco as a serious culinary pursuit.

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Updated April 2026
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Family-run restaurant offers Veracruz-style carnitas with juicy, well-seasoned meat and rich sauces. Clean, hygienic space creates a relaxing atmosphere where food is cooked to order. Prices remain affordable, attracting locals and visitors alike.

Freshly made carnitas stand out for their authentic flavor and tasty, delicious quality. Service is consistently excellent, enhancing the overall experience.

Tacos come in Veracruz-style carnitas and include tasty options like buche with leather. They are well-made, filling, and served with a variety of delicious salsas for customization.

People are saying

"I thought Carnitas La Jarocha had the best carnitas in Tijuana."

"I found the carnitas tacos here to be truly delicious."

Good to know

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Tacos cost 30 pesos each at the restaurant.

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The restaurant offers both takeout and dine-in options.

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Everything is cooked to order for freshness.

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Restaurant offers delicious carnitas tacos with a good assortment of dishes at very cheap prices. Atmosphere is busy and lively, especially during meal times. Limited parking and sauce variety are notable features.

Carnitas tacos stand out with their delicious flavor and consistent quality. Service is excellent, making it a solid spot for breakfast or lunch.

Affordable tacos offer delicious carnitas and a tasty assortment including buche tacos. The flavors stand out as consistently very good and enjoyable.

People are saying

"I thought the carnitas tacos were the best."

"I found the tacos to be very tasty and affordable."

Good to know

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Parking is not available at the restaurant.

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The restaurant is often very busy during peak hours.

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Prices are cheaper than most places in the area.

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Small, clean Mexican restaurant with a family-friendly and quiet atmosphere. Known for best carnitas and affordable prices, it offers variety including unique items like nana and aldilla. Seating area can get busy and occasionally has flies, but overall provides a comfortable dining experience.

Michoacan-style carnitas stand out with excellent flavor and a variety including cachete, buche, nana, and aldilla. Prices are good, service is clean and fast, and the atmosphere is family-friendly.

Tacos come in a good handful for about $300, which is a cheap price. The assorted taco gets a discount on Mondays, and the carnitas tacos are acceptable but not outstanding.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas here to be the best in the area."

"I thought the tacos here were very good."

Good to know

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Parking is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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Expect to wait for a table during peak hours.

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They accept card payments, making transactions easy.

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Mexican restaurant offers freshly made tortillas and top-notch carnitas with amazing salsas in a quiet, hot atmosphere. Prices remain affordable despite recent increases, and only cash payments are accepted.

Carnitas have an unmatched flavor and are very delicious. Handmade tortillas complement the meat well, and the salsas add an amazing touch.

Tacos come thick and well served with plenty of filling. Prices match the great quality and the tacos stay well-stocked.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas to be super delicious and the best I have had."

"The tacos here are super good and well served."

Good to know

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They do not accept cards; cash payments only.

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The restaurant has a small parking lot in the back.

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Prices are generally affordable for the quality offered.

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Mexican restaurant offers very large tacos with affordable prices and authentic carnitas known for rich flavor. Atmosphere includes a cash-only policy and a kitchen with noted hygiene issues. Menu features traditional options like tacos, tortas, and burritos with flour tortillas.

Carnitas here are juicy and flavorful, cooked perfectly with rich, authentic taste. Tacos and carnitas cakes come at a reasonable price, and the service is consistently attentive and high quality.

Tacos come in very large, filling portions with a really spicy salsa. Carnitas tacos stand out for their excellent price, offering three good-sized tacos and a drink for $5.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the delicious carnitas tacos here."

"I considered these carnitas to be the best in Tijuana."

Good to know

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The price for three tacos and a drink is $5.

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Carnitas Kiki accepts only cash payments.

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The menu includes traditional tacos, tortas, and burritos.

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Market combines traditional Mexican atmosphere with colorful, extravagant decor and a family-friendly vibe. It offers a wide variety of authentic Mexican foods and goods, creating a lively and spacious environment where people gather and enjoy cultural experiences.

Delicious pork carnitas come by the pound or in tacos and burritos with rice and beans. Several shops and restaurants offer freshly made corn tortillas alongside classic Mexican dishes featuring carnitas.

Tacos here deliver a 100% pure Mexican flavor with a wide assortment and variety including fish, meat, sweet fillings, and cheese. Favorites include tacos de chicharrรณn, menudo with everything, quesadillas, and large grilled tacos.

People are saying

"I loved the large grilled tacos with pure Mexican flavor."

"I found delicious, fresh carnitas here."

Good to know

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Parking is available, but it can be cramped and difficult to find on weekends.

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Expect to pay for bathroom use, which is common in Mexico.

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Many candies sold may be expired or of low quality.

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Mexican restaurant offers a lively atmosphere with live music and multiple screens showing soccer games. The space feels comfortable and expanded, attracting families and community members. Known for authentic local food, especially tacos and tequila, it blends tradition with a casual dining vibe.

Delicious pork carnitas stand out here, especially in tacos and potato tacos. The carnitas come with a wide variety of tasty tacos and also feature in tortas ahogadas.

Tacos come in a good size and include a wide variety like chamorro, crispy birria, carnitas, beef rib, and chorizo. The potato tacos stand out with great flavor, and flour tacos are filled with meat and avocado.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas tacos here to be delicious."

"I found the carnitas tacos to be delicious."

Good to know

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Expect to wait for a table on busy weekends, especially Sundays.

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Tacos cost $45 pesos each, which some may find expensive.

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Parking is limited, but finding a spot is usually manageable.

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Small space reflects Guadalajara style with affordable prices and early closing hours. The atmosphere suits those seeking tasty carnitas tacos and delicious salsas. Popular for tortas ahogadas, though bread texture changes quickly when sauced.

Pork carnitas come in tasty tacos and dorado tacos with a slightly salty flavor. The carnitas stand out as a very good choice among tacos and burritos.

Carnitas tacos and tacos dorados stand out for their flavor. Sauces pair well with the tacos de densa. Tortas and burrito combos also feature prominently.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas here to be very tasty."

"I loved the carnitas tacos; they were so tasty."

Good to know

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The restaurant closes early at 4 pm.

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Parking can be limited, so plan to arrive early.

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Prices are very reasonable and affordable.

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Taco restaurant operates at night with a focus on birria and carnitas. Atmosphere rates highly with excellent prices and a varied taco selection. Portions tend to be small, and tortilla quality varies.

Carnitas tacos come out delicious and stand out among other options. They serve birria and carnitas at night, making carnitas a notable choice.

Tacos come with excellent quality and delicious flavor. Options like adobada and pastor stand out, with good portion sizes and friendly service.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be absolutely delicious."

"I found the carnitas here to be delicious."

Good to know

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The Tuesday and Thursday special offers 3 tacos and a flavored water for $80.

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On Wednesdays, they offer a special deal of 3 adobada tacos for 60 pesos.

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Simple setup suits quick stops with fast service and economical prices. Atmosphere feels hot and fly-prone, limiting lingering or conversation. Generous portions of well-made tacos and spicy tortas attract hungry crowds early.

Carnitas here have a very good flavor and come in a customizable style for tacos. The price is reasonable at 400 pesos per kilo, and the quality consistently satisfies hunger.

Tacos come with customizable carnitas and cost around $16.00 pesos each. They taste very good and are well-made, though some like the adobada tacos are super small and a bit pricey.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas here to be delicious and flavorful."

"I found the tacos really good and delicious."

Good to know

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Carnitas los tres Bebechitos offers tacos and tortas ahogadas.

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The kilo of carnitas costs $400.

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Tacos are priced at $16.00 pesos each.

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Spacious taco restaurant with a very quiet atmosphere and generous portions. Offers delivery service with free delivery over 100 pesos and accepts credit cards. Known for delicious carnitas that are well priced and considered among the best in the area.

Delicious pork carnitas come with generous portions and a very good flavor without too much oil. The prices stay reasonable and the service is good.

Tacos come at a good price and offer delivery options. They tend to have little flavor and often need extra salt and salsa to taste better.

People are saying

"I loved the carnitas tacos; they tasted great."

"I found the carnitas here to be the best in Tijuana."

Good to know

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They offer free delivery for orders over 100 pesos.

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The Tuesday and Thursday taco specials offer good value.

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You can order everything from tacos to sandwiches by the kilo.

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Small space with generous double-tortilla tacos and delicious carnitas featuring a mix of smooth muscle. Atmosphere is simple and clean, with affordable prices and to-go orders common due to limited seating and no parking.

Carnitas come with great flavor and excellent seasoning. Portions are generous and prices stay reasonable, served in a clean environment with friendly staff.

Tacos come with generous portions and double tortillas. They taste very good and sometimes arrive as a surprise mix rather than the order placed.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas to be delicious and full of flavor."

"I found the tacos here to be super delicious and generously portioned."

Good to know

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There is no parking available.

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You can order to go.

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The prices are affordable.

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Open-air setup creates a spacious, relaxed environment with a family atmosphere. The place stays clean and quiet despite occasional flies. Tacos come in generous portions and receive strong praise for flavor.

Tacos feature tasty carnitas that lean a bit dry but stay flavorful. The style differs from Michoacรกn, offering a unique take on carnitas tacos among a variety of other meats.

Tacos come in good size and reasonable price with a great selection including asada, adobada, birria, and tripe. Service is fast and friendly, making the experience smooth and enjoyable.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be really delicious and good."

"I found the carnitas tacos to be very good."

Good to know

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Tacos El Gallo operates from 7 am to 2:30 pm every day.

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They only accept cash as payment.

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Four tacos and a soda cost almost 400 pesos.

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Taco restaurant offers well-served carnitas tacos and delicious quesadillas with a solid, tasty menu. Atmosphere feels unclean, which affects overall experience. Pricing leans toward the expensive side.

Carnitas tacos come well served with tortillas and condiments. Some versions include an aguamole topping that may not appeal to everyone. Pricing leans toward the expensive side.

Tripa and carnitas tacos come out tasty and solid, with good portions and well-served meat. Toppings like limes and radishes lack freshness, and tacos are smaller than expected.

People are saying

"I found the carnitas tacos to be very good and well served."

"I found the carnitas tacos to be very good."

Good to know

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Prices are generally high, so budget accordingly.

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Reservations are recommended to secure a table.

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Expect longer wait times during peak hours.

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