Ranked #8 · 12 Best Mexican Restaurants in Los Angeles

Tacos El Unico

4.2(1,341)

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Location & Hours

Address

6650 Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, California 90043
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 9:30 AM

Monday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday9:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday9:30 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(323) 759-2318

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About Tacos El Unico

Counter-serve eatery with a simple Mexican menu that includes tacos, carne asada fries & churros.

Price range: inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 17, 2025.

4.2/5

Based on 1,341 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Tahira Ali

2 weeks ago

The food is flavorful with generous portions, but this last time I went, my burrito was freezing cold and also had a giant hair in it. The hair was so long that I had to wrap it around my fingers and ...

Ashley Brown

2 months ago

Every time I visit this location the Carne Asada is Always COLD! Sometimes I even ask for my meat to be well done in hopes that they will warm up the meat. But it’s still always Cold! The food used to...

Albert Chavez

a month ago

Every time I'm in the area for some Mexican food, this is usually the go to stop for me. The cashier Jonathan always has a smile when taking my order and does his best to to clarify any questions for ...

Julia Trinidad

8 months ago

Nice spot to dine and they have a drive-through. Plenty of tables and the food was fast. The nacho fries are very delicious and highly recommend.

Mariana Olivera

a month ago

I have to say that today I had the worse experience at taco and not just today but every time I visit they get my order wrong and the cashier on the drive thru it’s always having a nasty attitude idk...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience appears to be inconsistent, with some customers reporting very positive experiences while others have had significant issues, contributing to an overall mixed reception.

Customer Favorites

The carne asada burrito and nacho fries are mentioned as favorites.

Atmosphere & Service

One customer specifically praised a cashier named Jonathan for his excellent and friendly service at the drive-thru. Other comments indicate problems with drive-thru staff attitude.

Value & Quality

Some customers noted generous portion sizes and flavorful food, while others complained about cold food and tough, chewy meat, indicating inconsistent food quality.

Areas for Improvement

Order accuracy, food temperature, and drive-thru staff attitude are areas needing improvement.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews indicate issues with cold food, order inaccuracies, and unpleasant interactions with drive-thru staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Tacos El Unico located?

Tacos El Unico is located at 6650 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90043, USA.

What is the price range at Tacos El Unico?

Tacos El Unico is listed as inexpensive.

Where can I find the hours for Tacos El Unico?

The listed hours for Tacos El Unico are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Tacos El Unico?

Call Tacos El Unico at (323) 759-2318. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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