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The 10 Best Taco Shops in Portland (2026)
This list ranks Portland taco shops using Google review data and was updated for 2026. Our ordering is based on a Bayesian score: the average Google rating weighted by how many reviews a place has, so both high scores and a strong review volume matter. Portland’s taco scene spans corners of the city — from busy commercial strips to quieter neighborhood storefronts — and many of the places people rely on are small, independently run operations. Use this guide as a snapshot of popular spots across the city rather than an exhaustive directory.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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La Osita PDX
La Osita PDX tops the list because it combines an excellent Google rating with a large number of reviews: a 4.9 rating across 659 reviews. That combination gives it a strong Bayesian score, reflecting both high praise and substantial community feedback. The Google category lists it as Mexican, and its address on SE 80th Avenue places it in Southeast Portland.
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Plaza Coyoacan
Plaza Coyoacan holds a 4.9 rating with 478 Google reviews; it’s listed as Mexican and sits on SE Hawthorne Boulevard in the Hawthorne area.
478 reviews
EL MAS CHINGON
EL MAS CHINGON is listed in the Tacos category with a 4.9 rating from 246 reviews, and the address on SW Canyon Lane places it in Southwest Portland.
246 reviews
Taqueria la chulis
Taqueria la chulis appears with a 4.9 score across 214 Google reviews; it is categorized as Mexican and is located on SE Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Southeast Portland.
214 reviews
Domingo’s
Domingo’s shows a 4.9 rating from 205 reviews on Google, is filed under Mexican, and can be found on NE Glisan Street in Northeast Portland.
205 reviews
Cocina Serrano
Cocina Serrano is listed as Mexican with a 4.9 Google rating from 160 reviews; its address on N Interstate Avenue places it in North Portland.
160 reviews
Taqueria Bravos Tacos
Taqueria Bravos Tacos has a 4.9 rating based on 150 Google reviews and is categorized as Mexican, located on SE 35th Place in Southeast Portland.
150 reviews
La Cuchara
La Cuchara carries a 4.9 score across 97 reviews and is identified as Mexican, located on SE 2nd Avenue in Southeast Portland.
97 reviews
Chubby’s Taco Shop PDX
Chubby’s Taco Shop PDX is in the Tacos category with a 4.9 Google rating from 55 reviews; its address on NW 29th Avenue places it in Northwest Portland.
55 reviews
Mi pueblito magico
Mi pueblito magico is listed as a Restaurant with a 4.9 rating across 54 Google reviews and is located at SW 2nd Avenue in downtown Portland.
54 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose a taco shop in Portland?
Look at recent reviews and the total number of reviews to gauge consistency, and check the Google category and photos for the type of food offered. Also consider location, hours, and whether you want counter service, a food cart, or a sit-down spot.
What do tacos typically cost at a taco shop?
Prices vary by location and portion size, but taco shops generally offer single tacos as well as combo or plate options. Expect casual, moderately priced menu items rather than the pricing of formal sit-down restaurants.
What should I check before hiring a taco shop for an event?
Confirm capacity, lead time, sample menu options, and any dietary accommodations they can handle. Also ask about written estimates, cancellation policies, health permits if relevant, and whether they provide service staff or only food.
How was this ranking built?
The list is based on Google review data and ordered by a Bayesian score — the average rating weighted by the number of reviews — so both rating and review volume influence placement. It’s a snapshot of online feedback rather than a direct taste test.