Take A Self-Guided Vancouver Taco Tour
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Mexican meals is having a second in Vancouver, and there’s no higher technique to soar on the bandwagon than to style a number of the finest tacos within the metropolis. Seize some buddies and go to 5 native taco outlets on this 6.3-kilometre-long self-guided tour that’s good for biking or strolling.
Biking Be aware: This route makes use of quiet streets and bike lanes the place attainable, however it does contain somewhat little bit of driving on busy streets. Stroll your bike on the sidewalk if you happen to aren’t comfy. Use this hyperlink for turn-by-turn instructions on Google maps.
First Cease: El Camino’s
Begin your tour at El Camino’s, which focuses on Latin American road meals.
They provide seven several types of tacos, together with two vegan choices. Their weekend brunch menu contains all of their tacos, so it’s a fantastic place to begin your Vancouver taco tour. El Camino’s can also be recognized for his or her drink menu. Don’t miss their margmosas at brunch – they’re a combo of a margarita and a mimosa!
Location: 3250 Foremost Avenue, Vancouver
Second Cease: La Taqueria Pinche Taco Store – Yukon Avenue
To get to your second cease, head west on sixteenth Avenue, then go proper on Ontario Avenue. Flip left on tenth Avenue, then proper on Yukon Avenue. Discover La Taqueria Pinche Taco Store simply after you cross Broadway.
When it opened in 2009, La Taqueria was one of many first devoted tacos outlets in Vancouver. At this time they’ve 5 areas and a meals truck, serving up 14 scrumptious taco varieties together with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free choices. Locals love their Baja taco, made with seasonal fish and creamy coleslaw.
Location: 2450 Yukon Avenue, Vancouver
Third Cease: Mi Casa Mexicana
Your subsequent cease is Mi Casa Mexicana in Kitsilano, 3.5 km away. To get there, head downhill on Yukon after which go left on seventh Avenue. Take seventh to Laurel Avenue, then flip proper and head throughout the overpass to Charleson Park. Flip left onto the seawall and comply with it previous Granville Island. Flip left on Island Park Stroll, proper on Creekside Drive, then left on West 1st Avenue. Flip left to go south on Burrard to search out Mi Casa Mexicana close to the intersection with West 4th Avenue.
This cosy spot prides itself on serving home-style Mexican meals made with household recipes. They’ve eight sorts of tacos on supply. Strive their quesa-taco especial. It’s a taco of your selection coated with a layer of melted cheese and served with a facet of pico de gallo.
Location: 2015 Burrard Avenue, Vancouver
Fourth Cease: Tacofino Kitsilano
Your subsequent taco cease is simply across the nook. Head west on West 4th Avenue for one block to reach at Tacofino Kitsilano.
All of it started as a humble taco truck within the parking zone of a Tofino surf store. At this time you don’t should journey all the best way to Vancouver Island to get pleasure from their tacos – they’ve seven areas round Vancouver. Every restaurant has its personal vibe and a barely totally different menu. At Tacofino Kitsilano don’t miss the crispy rooster taco which is served with pickled greens and chimichurri sauce.
Location: 1909 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Last Cease: Fortunate Taco
To get to your subsequent cease, head north (downhill) on Cypress Avenue, then flip left on 2nd Avenue. Go proper at Yew Avenue and discover Fortunate Taco on the intersection of West 1st Avenue and Yew.
The playful decor provides a enjoyable ambiance to this small restaurant. They’ve 11 totally different tacos on the menu, every made with contemporary corn tortillas. Vegetarians rave about their crispy cauliflower tacos. Meat-eaters ought to strive their fusion-inspired fried rooster tacos which embrace pickled pink cabbage, ponzu-infused barbecue sauce, and a ginger ranch sauce.
Location: 1685 Yew Avenue, Vancouver
Proceed Your Vancouver Taco Tour
Vancouver has numerous different taco outlets value visiting. Why not design your personal taco tour?
Las Margaritas: 1999 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Tacofino (extra areas): 8 East fifth Avenue, Vancouver; 1025 Mainland Avenue, Vancouver; 15 West Cordova Avenue, Vancouver; 1050 West Pender Avenue, Vancouver
La Taqueria Pinche Taco Store (extra areas): 322 West Hastings Avenue, Vancouver; 586 Hornby Avenue, Vancouver; 851 West Georgia Avenue, Vancouver; 213-1305 Welch Avenue, North Vancouver
Sal y Limon: 701 Kingsway, Vancouver; 1752 Industrial Drive, Vancouver
Chanco Tortilleria: 560 Davie Avenue, Vancouver
La Mezcaleria: 1622 Industrial Drive, Vancouver
The Burrow (previously often known as Bandidas Taqueria): 2781 Industrial Drive, Vancouver
La Catrina Tacos: 1187 Denman Avenue, Vancouver
Lucha Libre Taqueria: 722 Nelson Avenue, Vancouver
Adelitas Restaurant: 5178 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
Sombreros: 1290 Howe Avenue, Vancouver
Cuchillo: 261 Powell Avenue, Vancouver
The Mexican Antojitos y Cantina: 1049 Granville Avenue, Vancouver
Tacomio: 1245 Glen Drive, Vancouver; 6025 College Boulevard, Vancouver; 1300 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
TAKO – Taqueria Korean: 601 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver
Chupito: 322 West Hastings Avenue, Vancouver
Los Cuervos Taqueria & Cantina: 603 Kingsway, Vancouver
The Pawn Store YVR Taco Bar: 1117 Granville Avenue, Vancouver
By Taryn Eyton
Supply Inside Vancouver
