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The Five Best Tacos in Echo Park

Flor de calabaza quesadillas, tacos gringos, and Warren Zevon's favorite burritos can all be found in this historic, ever-shifting neighborhood that is too often and mistakenly referred to as 'the Eastside' or 'East Los Angeles' by transplants.

10:11 AM PST on January 23, 2024

2 tacos on flour tortillas spilling oput beans, steak, and onions next to cups of red and green salsa at el ruso

Tacos at El Ruso

These are the five best tacos in Echo Park.

Echo Park, nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, boasts a rich history intertwined with the vibrant tapestry of street vendor culture, particularly the iconic street tacos that have become a culinary hallmark of the area. As a neighborhood with a diverse and dynamic past, Echo Park has been shaped by waves of immigration, gentrification, cultural influences, and the resilient spirit of its community.