Tacos El Vaquero

Name: Tacos El Vaquero
Address: 574 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA, San Diego, California, US
Telephone: (619) 949-3888
Rating: 4.5

East Village

4.5(13)

Discovered: 25

Restaurants MexicanCasual WeeknightGroup DiningKid FriendlyLate Night EatsLocals' FavoriteNeighborhood Staple

The essence

“A midnight taqueria-bar hybrid in East Village where the tacos punch above their weight and the locals know the chef's name.”

Food

Drinks

Vibe

What makes it distinct

Bar Hybrid

One reviewer notes the space is split — one side food, one side drinks — functioning as both taqueria and bar under one roof.

Counter Service

Fast, friendly service described as quick grab-and-go alongside dine-in — no table service implied.

Draft Beer

Reviewer specifically calls out 'solid draft options' alongside cooler beer selection, unusual for a taqueria format.

Neighborhood Local

Reviewer notes staff 'take care of locals' and a fifth visit prompted meeting the new executive chef by name.

What people are saying

Google Reviews

Sami Pathan

4

I had a east village burrito and it was solid. Friendly service. The store is split into half, one side serving food and the other serving drinks but it's all one place.

2 months ago

Xavier Harper

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Contact & Hours

574 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

(619) 949-3888

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Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

5

This is my 5th time here following this review, they’ve got solid draft options and plenty of cocktail and beer selection in the coolers. Today was by first time dining with them and I got to meet Sean the new exexcutive chef/ manager. He was very kind from the beginning and he let me try the new Birria burrito he is putting on the menu. Every thing was seasoned and the steak was tender. (One of the best burritos I’ve had in SD). With how good it was I expect to order food from here again. I would recommend for convenience, flavor, and hospitality.

10 months ago

J V

3

I grabbed a burrito because they were the nearest place, wasn't bad, but wasn't great either. It reminds me of Taco Bell. There is nothing necessarily wrong with that. I just I want a more traditional greasy burrito. Like the ones you get from places, painted red & yellow, those kind.

7 months ago

Kyle Newman

5

The food is almost as good as the hospitality they take care of locals and have absolutely amazing food. The best part is they’re open till midnight most days.

5 months ago

chewy dewy

5

Grabbed a taco on a whim, best taco I've had in a while. Service was super friendly and fast. Highly recommend.

2 years ago

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