Mariscos Jalisco

If you’re after the best tacos in LA, skip the fancy spots and head straight to Mariscos Jalisco, a legendary food truck serving life-changing crispy shrimp tacos. No frills, no gimmicks—just pure, deep-fried perfection. Since 2002, this Boyle Heights staple has been drawing crowds for its Taco de Camarón, a golden, crunchy taco stuffed with shrimp, topped with fresh avocado and a drizzle of salsa roja. One bite, and you’ll understand why it’s an LA institution.

While the shrimp taco is the star, the menu doesn’t stop there. The tostadas de ceviche are bright and fresh, the aguachile packs serious heat, and the Poseidon tostada, loaded with octopus, shrimp, and avocado, is a seafood lover’s dream. Pair it all with an ice-cold soda, and you’ve got one of the best meals in the city for under $10.

Mariscos Jalisco has a few locations now, but the original East 4th Street truck in Boyle Heights is where you’ll get the full experience—standing at the counter, taco in hand, surrounded by other hungry fans.