Where to taste the best tacos in Salt Lake for National Taco Day
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It's National Taco Day and we're sharing some of our favorite spots to get this hand-held Mexican staple.
Why it matters: You can find tacos all over Salt Lake City, but a great one is harder to come by.
Here are the tacos worth seeking out:
Top Taco
We love a taco joint that keeps it simple.
- This new eatery on 1427 S. 300 West only serves al pastor on a vertical spit, known as a trompo, and carne asada.
- Their yellow corn tortillas — handmade off-site, according to co-owner Daniel Noriega — have a rich, earthy bite, and their salsas pack serious heat.
Why we love it: The pork — marinated for about 48 hours — is among the best in the city.
Street Tacos SLC
This downtown staple offers more than a dozen taco filling options, from tripe and chorizo to cactus and battered shrimp.
Why we love it: It's a reliable, no-frills spot that stays open after a night out or late shift.
Tacos 1905
The South Jordan business that opened in March serves Tijuana-inspired tacos with thick corn tortillas and a dollop of guacamole.
Why we love it: The Baja California-style battered fish tacos are unbeatable and worth the drive from Salt Lake City.
- I also enjoyed their array of hand-crafted aguas frescas.
Maize
My go-to food truck after concerts or events also has brick-and-mortar digs on Regent Street and in Draper.
Why we love it: The carne asada taco is everything you want — smoky, juicy and bursting with flavor.
Los Tapatíos Taco Grill
Though the Main Street fire destroyed their downtown location in August, the restaurant's cheesy offerings live on in Salt Lake City's Fair Park neighborhood.
Why we love it: We recommend the classic quesabirria tacos dipped in consome.
Muertos Cantina
If you're looking for delicious tacos made with flour tortillas, this Sugar House Mexican restaurant, previously known as De Los Muertos, is the spot.
- At $6 each, these tacos are the most expensive on this list, but they're filling and made with high-quality ingredients.
Why we love it: I was blown away by the bacon and egg breakfast tacos, made with double-fried tater tots, creamy black beans and chipotle lime crema.
Go deeper: The best taquerias in Utah County