Sacramento has 3 of top taco spots in the nation, Yelp says. See which ones
Whether you’re craving carnitas, birria or al pastor, Sacramento offers plenty of options for taco lovers.
The Sacramento area was home to three of the top 100 spots for tacos in 2025, according to Yelp reviewers.
“From food trucks and a food hall to ‘homey’ restaurants ... these highly rated taco spots may surprise you — they’re often off the radar,” Yelp contributor Kathy Passero wrote in October. “Whether it’s a well-known local favorite or a hidden gem, they all deliver cuisine highly praised by Yelp reviewers ...”
Here’s where to find top-rated taquerias in and around Sacramento:
What are the best restaurants for tacos in the Sacramento area?
Roundhouse Deli, 604 Church St., Suite A, in Roseville, was the highest ranked restaurant on Yelp’s list of the top taco spots in 2025.
Although the deli offers a sizable menu with burgers, burritos and sandwiches, its “famous” tri-tip tacos are a consistent hit with customers.
“The tri-tip tacos are so good!” Yelp reviewer T.T. of Auburn wrote, describing “perfectly seasoned, tender meat with just the right amount of flavor.”
“As soon as you get out of the car, the smell of grilled/smoked meats wafts through the air,” Yelp user Rachel K. of Sacramento wrote in her five-star review. “If you weren’t already hungry, you will be.”
Roundhouse Deli also has locations in Elk Grove and Sacramento.
Niko’s Tacos, 2002 South Cirby Way, in Roseville, took ninth place.
Yelp reviewer Joshua G. of San Francisco praised the Mexican restaurant’s signature “zip tacos” — fully loaded gourmet tacos sprinkled with cotija cheese, then grilled — as an “incredible take on tacos.”
In her five-star review, Yelp user Michelle V. of Antelope called Niko’s Tacos the “best taco spot ever.”
“The service and vibe of the restaurant itself is pretty chill with kind workers,” the Yelp reviewer wrote. “It’s a family-owned business which really shows how much they care about their customers and quality of food.”
Locos Tacos Inc in Citrus Heights barely missed the top 10, landing at No. 11 on Yelp’s list.
Yelp reviewer Mike M. of Galt called Locos Tacos a “great establishment to grab lunch or dinner” with “fantastic customer service and the best tacos!”
Other Yelp reviewers raved about the company’s catering services.
“I was thoroughly impressed!” Yelp user Vince N. of Sacramento wrote in a five-star review. “Great food, great customer service, great presentation. Everything was great.”
Where are top 10 taco spots in the US?
Nearly half of the United States’ top 100 spots for tacos — 45 spots in all — can be found in California, The Sacramento Bee previously reported
“California is setting trends for all kinds of tacos — including street-food styles that are popular in Mexico,” Yelp said. “The state also showcases its long-time-favored, seafood-forward Baja-style tacos, like at Michelin-starred, counter-order Holbox and from the garage and driveway of a private Los Angeles home, Mariscos El Chito.”
California restaurants also dominated Yelp’s list of the top 10 destinations for taco fans, scoring half the spots.
Here’s which eateries made the list:
- 1. Birrieria Familia Castro in North Hollywood
- 2. Birria-Landia in Brooklyn, New York
- 3. Paprika ATX in Austin, Texas
- 4. Roundhouse Deli in Roseville
- 5. Holbox in Los Angeles
- 6. Jalapeños Sonora Grill in Glendale, Arizona
- 7. Taqueria El San Luis in Savannah, Georgia
- 8. Deckhand Dave’s Fish Tacos in Juneau, Alaska
- 9. Niko’s Tacos in Roseville
- 10. Mariscos El Chito in Los Angeles
How did Yelp come up with list of top taco spots?
Yelp said it created its “all-time list” of the top 100 taco spots in the United States by identifying businesses in the Restaurants and Food categories with “a large concentration of reviews mentioning ‘tacos.’ ”
The review site ranked those businesses based on factors including the total volume and ratings of those reviews — included the highest rated locations in the case of chains. The restaurants on the list all had passing health scores as of July 15, Yelp said.
This story was originally published January 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM.
