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Nestled in the vibrant Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, Villa's Tacos offers a distinctly authentic Mexican taco experience that delights both locals and visitors. Known for their handmade blue corn tortillas and a flavorful range of fillings, this eatery is a must-visit for taco aficionados and anyone seeking fresh, quality Mexican street food in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Starters and Specials
Although Villa's Tacos focuses primarily on tacos, the variety of their special offerings elevates the experience beyond the typical. Highlights include the Mulita, a savory treat featuring grilled meat layered with cheese on a blue corn tortilla, and the Vegan Trio, perfect for plant-based diners, boasting grilled vegetables paired with their signature guacamole and cotija cheese.
Mains
The main attraction here is undeniably the taco menu. Each taco is crafted using the prized blue corn tortilla, providing a nutty, earthy flavor that complements the fresh ingredients inside. Standout options include the famous Carne Asada Taco filled with perfectly grilled beef, the Chorizo Taco featuring spicy pork sausage, and the Chicken Taco with juicy grilled chicken. For those seeking something different, the Papas Con Chorizo Taco combines tender potatoes with flavorful chorizo, while the Frijoles Con Nopal Taco offers black beans and cactus for a taste of traditional Mexican vegetables.
- Queso Taco: Filled with refried beans, onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, crema, and Monterey Jack cheese for a rich and creamy delight.
- Carne Asada Taco: Grilled beef combined with fresh onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, and crema for a classic flavorful bite.
- Chorizo Taco: Spicy pork sausage paired with onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, and crema, offering a savory kick.
- Chicken Taco: Grilled chicken enriched with fresh onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, and crema, offering a tender and zesty flavor.
- Papas Con Chorizo Taco: A hearty mix of potatoes and spicy pork sausage, complemented by onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, and crema.
- Frijoles Con Nopal Taco: Black beans and cactus with onion, cilantro, guacamole, cotija cheese, and crema for a traditional vegetarian option.
Beverages
To complement the fresh and vibrant flavors of the tacos, Villa's Tacos serves refreshing Agua Fresca made from a blend of fruit juice, water, and sugar. This non-alcoholic beverage is the perfect thirst-quencher to balance the savory and spicy elements of the menu.
