Boyle Heights taco truck institution — the deep-fried shrimp tacos on a red tortilla are essential LA street food
Must-try: Taco de camarón (shrimp taco), Caldo de camarón, Campechana cocktail
📍 3040 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023
Boyle Heights' braised taco original — slow-cooked guisados on handmade masa tortillas, served the way East LA families cook at home
Must-try: Tinga de pollo taco, Chiles toreados, Sampler of six tacos
📍 2100 E César E Chávez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Boyle Heights burrito legend since 1966 — Jonathan Gold's greatest Eastside burrito palace
Must-try: Bean and cheese burrito, Chile verde burrito, Breakfast burrito
📍 2025 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Boyle Heights institution since 1952 — Manuel's Special burrito is a 5-pound behemoth of carnitas and beans that defines East LA eating
Must-try: Manuel's Special burrito, Huevos rancheros, Chiles rellenos
📍 812 N Evergreen Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033