The 8 Best Taco Spots In Toronto
Toronto is possibly the only place where the amount taco consumption rivals the numbers of those in actual Mexico.
We have adopted this food as our own and have taken it to new heights. Similar to sex, even when tacos aren't that great, they're still pretty good... So we went through the *daunting* task of naming some of our favourites:
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Wilbur Mexicana// 552 King St W.
Best Taco: Grilled avocado pineapple salsa, chipotle crema, cotija on a corn torilla.
What else rocks: The 60+ hot sauces to try!
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El Catrin//18 Tank House Ln
Best Taco: Baja=Crispy fried cod, beer batter, chipotle lime coleslaw, flour tortilla, chipotle sauce
What Else Rocks: incredible sangria and the best outdoor patio in Toronto.
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Seven Lives//69 Kensington Ave
Best Taco: Gobernador= smoked Marlin, shrimp, cheese!
What Else Rocks: large portions of fresh and zesty ceviche.
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La Carnita//780 Queen St E
Best Taco: Ancho braised cheek, lime avocado, green cabbage, pickled jalapeño & crispy shallots, queso anejo, charred pepper sauce
What Else Rocks: Multiple locations and amazing paletas (ice cream popsicles) with sweet flavours like "Key Lime Pies"
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El Cabalito//220 King St W
Best Taco: Beet & Chayote Croquette Papalo with arbol chilli, mango crema, cilantro
What Else Rocks: large selection of tequilla...and CHURROS ICE CREAM SANDWICHES!
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Grand Electric//1330 Queen St W.
Best Taco: Pork belly
What Else Rocks: The decor is fun, bright and eccentric...there is a giant shark hanging from the ceiling.
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El Trompo//277 Augusta Ave
Best Taco: Chorizo sausage
What Else Rocks: Massive margarita... just the way they were supposed to be made!
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Maizal// 133 Jefferson Ave
Best Taco:Cecina=3 Salted steack tacos topped with black beans, caramelized onions, and crema.
What Else Rocks: Super authentic, with interesting plates to try like the cactus salad.
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