Is El Tianguis really 100% gluten-free?

Yes—the entire operation is gluten-free, which means zero cross-contamination risk. If you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, you can eat here without worry. People with celiac are consistently amazed that the food tastes this good despite the dietary restriction.

What should I order first?

Start with the rolled taquitos (their namesake)—try the potato ones if you want something classic, or the adobada for something meatier. The churros are legit and worth getting, whether as a dessert or a standalone snack. Portions are generous for the price.

How much does it cost?

It's inexpensive—pricing is described as 'beyond fair' by regulars. You're getting fresh, quality food at counter-service prices, and the portions back it up.

Is this counter-service or full table service?

Counter-service spot in North Park. Order at the counter, they call your name when it's ready. Service is described as friendly and quick, so don't expect tableside wait staff but do expect efficiency.

Can I get vegetarian options?

Yes—the potato rolled taquitos are a solid vegetarian option and reviewers rave about them. The menu has vegetarian choices built in, not as afterthoughts.

Do they do takeout and delivery?

Yes to both. Takeout works great for this spot since it's counter-service anyway. They also offer delivery if you want the taquitos brought to you.

Is there parking in North Park nearby?

Street parking is standard in North Park—it's tight but doable, especially during off-peak hours. This isn't a destination with a lot, so plan accordingly if you're going during lunch or dinner rush.

El Tianguis Rolled Taquitos — Restaurants in North Park, Sa…

“El Tianguis Rolled Taquitos is North Park's rare 100% gluten-free Mexican spot where the celiac crowd finally gets to eat without fear.”

While The Friendly slings smash burgers to beer-buzzed crowds and Grand Ole smokes brisket for Sunday recovery, El Tianguis operates in a completely different lane: this is the neighborhood's safe-zone taqueria, where everything from the rolled tacos to the churros is certified gluten-free. No cross-contamination risk, no menu decoding, no polite questions to skeptical servers. Just a counter-service operation on El Cajon Boulevard where people with celiac disease can actually relax.

The rolled taquitos—crispy, tight cylinders stuffed with beef, chicken, or potato—are the flagship, served with guacamole and salsa that don't taste like compromise food. The potato version gets love from vegetarians and celiacs alike, proof that dietary restriction doesn't require bland martyrdom. Adobada quesatacos bring the requisite pork-and-cheese satisfaction. Churros, improbably, are better than most gluten-full versions in the neighborhood—crisp outside, soft inside, cinnamon-dusted without tasting like a health-food experiment.

Pricing runs cheap in a way that feels increasingly rare along the 30th Street corridor. Portions are generous enough that one order feeds two people who aren't particularly hungry. Service moves fast, the vibe stays casual, and the fact that it's all gluten-free registers as a footnote rather than the entire personality of the place.

For the gluten-tolerant majority, this is just a solid taquito joint with fair prices and fresh cooking. For the celiac community, it's something closer to a minor miracle: a place where you can order anything on the menu without conducting a cross-examination first. That's the real differentiator—not just what's on the plate, but the relief of not having to ask.

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