Al Pastor @ Tacos Leo

Because my (Mexican Food Expert) friend @StreetGourmetLA says so!

“Tacos Leo, located in the Union 76 parking lot at La Brea Bl. and Venice Bl. is an authentic representation of al pastor in Los Angeles, and the only one I’ve encountered that has a true specialist.” ~ Bill Esparza (aka “Street Gourmet L.A.”)

Peter and I are now Tacos Leo regulars!

Tacos Leos
Tacos Leo’s marinated & stacked pork on the trompo (aka spit).
Al pastor literally means “shepherd’s-style tacos”.

Al Pastor @ Tacos Leo
Fresh, juicy pineapple is sliced onto the shaved pork before serving…

Al Pastor @ Tacos Leo
YES… so worth the wait!

Tacos Leos
Now we are ready for the condiment station… but these taste great on their own too.

Tacos Leos
Choose from salsa roja, salsa verde, radishes, cilantro, pickled vegetables, jalapenos & more…

Tacos Leos
$1 taco never tasted so good!

Tacos Leos
Yes… that’s right… only $1 each!

Al Pastor @ Tacos Leo“These tacos are the real deal, and the first tacos al pastor in Los Angeles that warrant a special trip.” ~ Bill Esparza (Read all about authentic al pastor at Bill’s blog, Street Gourmet L.A.)

Tacos Leo on SeriousEats

Photos of many adventures with Bill (Street Gourmet L.A.)

Tacos Leo shared with (so far) Peter, Julie, Hanh, Brent, Remil, Greg, Lindsay & of course Bill!

Tacos Leo
Located at Venice & La Brea Blvd.
Sun-Thurs 5pm-2am
Fri-Sat 5pm-3am
Look for the 76 Gas Station Sign!
Note: Try to come on Fri, Sat or Sun when the trompo (aka spit) is out of the truck!

Follow @StreetGourmetLA on twitter

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4 responses to “Al Pastor @ Tacos Leo

  1. YEssssssss! Discovered these with Julie. I love. Ahhhh you just gave me a major craving. Delish!

  2. I am always in LA (live in SD but from LA) and i can not wait to try this! Sounds pretty incredible.

  3. Loved our night of rum and pork!

  4. Great al pastor…when they have the grill out. Seems to be friday & saturday only, lately.

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