Taqueria La Naranja

Best taco spot hands down!

Every time we come to LA, we stop here for food. Had to bring my brother and his family this time after a universals trip & they loved it! I will forever come here. This Is the best establishment. The best tacos I’ve ever had!! 🤌🏼🍽️ don’t miss out on their food, try a taco 🌮

Went on a busy Sunday night. There was a gentleman near the entry doorway singing live karaoke with a semi filled tip jar next to him and a line out of the door. Walking in the doorway you can see a cloud of white, followed by the smell of meat and whole charred onions.
As I got closer to order, I saw a single man working at an incredible pace. Almost as if his hands were dancing to the harmony of the music in the background. The choices were simple. Al pastor or carne asada..easily picked 10 of each.
Surprisingly, it was done in a matter of seconds. It’s not your regular taco joint. They give you the opportunity to sit down, enjoy, and talk..even listen to the atmosphere. The cars passing by in the street alongside, the cries of a toddler who immediately gets held by her mother, or the hoop earrings of a chicana as she walks by with her homegirls. It’s not about the establishment, but the love and dreams in the atmosphere while having a taste of home.

I recommend 10/10. Grab a coke. The glass one, thank me later.

The staff is always super friendly, and I love the taco stand inside of the store at night. For a dollar per taco, you cannot beat the price and taste. They even have a nice little salsa bar in there as well. The quesadillas were another personal favorite as well.

For the value this place is unbelievable, the people are wonderful and it’s a part of the community. They have some great tacos. They also have a shrimp fried rice that I enjoyed and the staff is so nice. Been in business 25 years. Taco cart comes in around 3pm on weekdays. Get carne asada and el pastor tacos. They have grilled onions and jalapeños too.

If you come here, just focus on the tacos. It is very good and you can get grilled jalapenos too. They are a taco stand inside the restaurant. It's no-frills and 4 tacos were only $5.50. Some of the best tacos in Lincoln heights. Asada and pastor were fantastic!