What kind of food does El Lado Taco serve?
We serve authentic Mexican street tacos made fresh daily with hand-rolled tortillas and scratch-made fillings. From breakfast tacos to late-night al pastor, every bite is rooted in tradition but crafted with care.
Do you make your tortillas in-house?
Yes! Every tortilla is hand-rolled and pressed to order using Sonoran flour and heirloom blue corn masa. It’s the soul of our tacos and what makes them stand apart. you can watch them being made fresh in our kitchen.
What are your signature tacos?
Some of our guest favorites include:
Breakfast Tacos - fresh scrambled eggs with various toppings of your choice.
Al Pastor – Pork marinated with chilies and pineapple, roasted on a trompo.
Gaonera – Flame-grilled steak with onions, cilantro, and fresh salsa.
Vegetarian and Vegan – Served on scratch-made blue corn tortillas.
We also rotate seasonal specials to keep things exciting.
Do you serve breakfast tacos?
Absolutely — and they’ve quickly become a favorite. Our breakfast tacos feature house-made tortillas filled with eggs, potatoes, bacon, chorizo, or veggies, topped with fresh salsas. Perfect with coffee in the morning or as a hangover cure after a long night.
Do you offer vegan and vegetarian tacos?
Yes! We craft vegan and vegetarian tacos that are just as bold and satisfying as our classics. Options like mushroom al pastor, roasted cauliflower with salsa macha, and veggie breakfast tacos are always on the menu.
What kinds of sauces do you make?
All of our sauces and salsas are made from scratch daily. Favorites include smoky salsa roja, zesty salsa verde, creamy chipotle, and seasonal specials. We love layering heat, tang, and richness to complement our tacos.
Do you serve drinks with your tacos?
Yes — our bar is stocked with cocktails, Mexican beers, and refreshing non-alcoholic drinks. Try our classic margarita, mezcal cocktails, or micheladas, or cool down with Jarritos, horchata, or aguas frescas.
Do you have a Happy Hour?
Yes — everyday at 3pm. $3 tacos, $5 beer and $7 cocktails.
Can I order takeout or delivery?
Of course. You can grab takeout directly from us, or order delivery through Grubhub, Seamless, Uber Eats, and DoorDash.
What makes El Lado Taco different?
It’s all in the details: everything from scratch, tortillas hand-rolled to order, house-made sauces, and recipes rooted in authentic Mexican tradition. Whether it’s a breakfast taco, vegan option, or a classic al pastor, every bite is crafted with care.
Where are you located and what are your hours?
We’re located at 34-14 30th Ave, Astoria 11103, and open for breakfast, lunch, dinner. 8 am to 9 pm everyday. Check our socials or Google for the most up-to-date hours.