Birria tacos are here to stay. Their combination of beef, fresh tortilla and seasoning has won a place on many menus in Puerto Rico. If you're craving them this weekend, here are some places where you can find them. 🌮
Mexican restaurants with birria tacos
1. La Mordida Taquería
La Mordida is a taquería with a family-friendly atmosphere and traditional Mexican décor, suited for a cultural and culinary experience.
That's especially true when you try its birria dishes, such as the burribirria and the pizzabirria: a mix of flavors and textures that, with each bite, leave you wanting more. Enjoy authentic cooking in a festive setting.
2. Acapulco
For brothers Alfonso and Alessandro, food is about nostalgia, honesty and family. That's why they created Acapulco, to bring the flavors of their memories to calle Loíza. For seven years, this restaurant has specialized in street food, combining the heritage and culture they bring with enthusiasm to every dish.
If you want a flavor that makes you feel like you're on Mexican soil, you have to visit them.
3. Callejeros
Street food found new spaces through Callejeros, a Mexican food concept with several locations across the metro area. Each one has its own character, so every visit, regardless of the spot, feels different.
From open-air areas with a picnic feel to more dine-in settings for date nights, there are options for every preference.
4. La Revolución 1910
La Revolución 1910 is San Juan's worst-kept secret and has become a go-to stop for tacos after 11 p.m. Chef Rómulo Mackintoy highlights the culture and centuries-old techniques of Mexican cooking, preparing dishes with fresh local products and ingredients imported from Mexico.
Don't leave without trying the churros.
5. Tachuela
At Tachuela you can expect a welcoming atmosphere and attentive service that set the stage for an experience you'll want to repeat. The creativity of the dishes, combined with the traditional flavors of Mexican cooking, keeps your palate engaged from appetizer to dessert.
6. La Pachanga
The décor at all its locations in Santurce and Guaynabo stands out for its vibrant colors. And a bonus: there's a karaoke section. Beyond the birria, this restaurant is also recommended for birthday celebrations.
7. Me Vale Madre
If you haven't tried quesabirrias yet, Me Vale Madre is a good place to start. Another menu favorite is the lamb birria consomé. They also offer delivery through Uber Eats and DoorDash.
8. 5 de Mayo
Their Instagram tagline, "comida mexicana a otro nivel", sums up what you'll find at 5 de Mayo. You can pair your birria tacos with their specialty margarita flight. And if you'd rather stay home, you can place your order through DoorDash. They have locations in Guaynabo and Dorado.
9. Puro México
Puro México, located on Winston Churchill Avenue, offers daily taco and margarita specials. In addition to birria tacos, you can try their newer dishes, such as the salt cod tostadas with ceviche and their vegetarian plate.
10. Monarca Modern Mexican
Under the direction of Puerto Rican chef Claudia Viña, the menu blends contemporary techniques with authentic Mexican recipes, accompanied by craft margaritas and an exclusive selection of tequilas and mezcals.
