Traditional Taco

Closed. Loved this place but closed a couple months ago. Said they would move onto fourth nw but haven’t found them yet. Definitely miss them.

Not sure what the tradition is here but my meal was dried out chewy meat, small portions, bland… it’s a 5 minute walk from my house and I still wouldn’t bother going back. The guys working there were really nice tho.

Its definitely a hole in the wall, but the Mexican food is fresh, authentic, and as good as it gets in Calgary. Their facilities are a bit lacking, there are only one or two tables inside, and the person serving your food also works the cash register and makes your meal. The lady is very engaging and will always have a chat with you, which is always nice. And if you don’t mind waiting a bit for your food, you are in for a treat.
Everything is made fresh. The sauces and salsas didn’t come from a bottle, they were made by her. And every meal is made on the spot with very little prepared in advance. Their tacos dorados come with this sauce that leaves my belly with a nice burn for hours. Its always nice to go to a place where they don’t dumb down their hot sauce. Also, their horchata and purple drink (forget the name) are also made in house, both delicious.

This place is adorable, and the food is fantastic! I so enjoy little taquerias where you can directly compliment the person who made your food. There may not be many tables here, but there is plenty of flavor. I’ve posted a photo of the menu — good value for fresh food.
I chose three different tacos today: Barbacoa, steak, and carnitas. My intention was to have one and take the rest home for lunch tomorrow… but I couldn’t stop at just one… I ate all three and they were delightful. Oh, must have more of their house habañero sauce…
I was so tempted to try the Pastel con très leches for dessert, but I’ve decided that it will have to wait until my next visit. There is no doubt that I will be back, with friends. Perhaps it’s dangerous that it isn’t that far from where I live, but now I know that I don’t have to travel to the NE to get a great taco.
Don’t just pass them by, stop in and enjoy!