10+ Best Places to Eat Tacos in Toronto (Ontario)
Why do we love tacos? There’s something magical about that perfect blend of flavours and textures all wrapped up in a tortilla. A classic street taco loaded with fresh cilantro and onions or a gourmet masterpiece with unique ingredients? Every bite is an adventure. Plus, tacos are the ultimate social food—perfect for sharing withAF friends over some laughs and a couple of margaritas. And to simplify your quest, we have this list of the best spots for tacos in Toronto.
1. Seven Lives
Famous for Baja-style tacos, Seven Lives often has a line out the door—and for good reason. Their Baja Fish taco with crispy mahi-mahi, cabbage, and pico de gallo is a must-try, while the Gobernador with smoked blue marlin and grilled shrimp is surprisingly delicious.
- www.sevenlivesto.ca
- 72 Kensington Ave, Toronto
2. Gus Tacos
Gus Tacos offers authentic Mexican flavours through mouthwatering tacos in Toronto, with options like pescado, asada, and barbacoa. Their chilaca taco, a flour tortilla stuffed with cheese, banana pepper, and your choice of protein, is a must-try. Bonus: their tacos and chips are all gluten-free.
- www.gustacos.com
- 1533 Queen St W, Toronto
- +1 416-537-2323
3. Birria Catrina
Specialising in birria, this Kensington Market taco spot offers birria tacos served on crispy tortillas with rich consommé. A cheese lover? Their birria with cheese is topped with cheese, onions, and cilantro.
- www.birriacatrina.com
- 335 Yonge St, Toronto
- +1 647-532-7104
4. Tacos El Asador
This family-run Salvadoran spot in Koreatown is a local favourite. Their extensive menu includes everything from beef tongue to cochinita, but their soft and crispy tacos never disappoint. Also, try the goat birria or the chorizo.
- www.tacoselasador.ca
- 689 Bloor St W, Toronto
- +1 416-538-9747
5. Atomic 10
Atomic 10 serves traditional tacos like carnitas alongside creative options like the Pad Thai taco. Vegetarian? Go for the Black & Yellow with beans and plantains. Offering some of the best tacos in Toronto, all options are must-tries.
- www.atomic10.ca
- 145 Lauder Ave, Toronto
- +1 647-906-8107
- atomic10restaurant@gmail.com
6. Chiliy Pepper Tacos
Chiliy Pepper Tacos is known for its affordable, delicious burritos, tortas, and tacos in Toronto, all made with homemade tortillas. Pair your meal with a cold beer and enjoy the laid-back vibe.
- www.chilliypeppertacoson.com
- 176 Dupont St, Toronto
- +1 647-931-1386
7. El Catrin Destilería
El Catrin’s vibrant atmosphere perfectly matches the fantastic tacos. Favourites include the slow-roasted pork and Baja fish tacos. You can also sip a margarita on their sunny patio.
- www.elcatrin.ca
- 18 Tank House Lane, Toronto
- +1 416-203-2121
8. La Bartola
La Bartola offers plant-based tacos with white, yellow, pink, or blue tortillas. Their hibiscus taco with salsa macha is an explosion of flavour, and all their tortillas are made from heirloom Mexican corn. Pair your tacos with a creative cocktail or mocktail.
- www.labartola.ca
- 588 College St, Toronto
- +1 416-792-1550
- hola@labartola.ca
9. Fonda Balam
Fonda Balam offers a mix of classic and innovative tacos in Toronto. Can’t decide? Try the Taco Mixto (Pork Carnitas, Chicken Pibil, and Beef Birria)—three different flavours on one plate.
- www.fondabalam.com
- 802 Dundas St W, Toronto
- +1 416-815-8484
- info@fondabalam.com
10. Enchilados Taqueria
Known for their tacos al vapor (steamed tacos), you can’t go wrong with the Green Salsa Pork or the Chorizo Tacos. You can also try fillings like refried beans, chicharron, and pork carnitas.
- www.enchiladostaqueria.com
- 1993 Keele St, York
- +1 647-245-3663
- enchiladostaqueriato@gmail.com
11. Playa Cabana
Playa Cabana offers tasty tacos with a great atmosphere. Order a mix of soft and crispy-shelled tacos filled with options like grilled chicken, shrimp, al pastor, and camaron.
- www.playacabana.ca
- 11 Dupont St, Toronto
- +1 416-929-3911
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