Mark your calendars — 7 October is World Taco Day! To us, that means one thing: feast mode. We’ve rounded up the tastiest taco joints in Joburg so you can celebrate one of the most delicious foods out there, one heavenly bite at a time.
Baha Taco
Norwood has plenty to tempt us food lovers, but it’s their tacos that really get us fired up. Swing by Baha Taco at The Factory on Grant Avenue for cheesy, handheld bites of deliciousness. They’ve even got a few vegan options, so round up your friends and dive into a Mexican street food feast. There are specials on Taco Tuesdays!
Orinoco
We’re not sure it gets any more authentic than Orinoco! Chef Migdalia Bellorin crafts vibrant, authentic dishes before your very eyes at Prison Break Market, and the flavours are unmatched. You’ll see stars as you sink your teeth into a fresh, saucy taco full of all the good stuff. As a bonus, the esteemed chef will even teach you how to make them!
Perron
Tacos and tequila — need we say more? Perron is unofficially known as the Mexican Appreciation Society, and every bite you take reminds you why. Celebrate bold Mexican flavours with 12 gourmet taco varieties, from classic favourites to vegetarian, vegan, and speciality editions. Pair your meal with a margarita or premium tequila, and you’ll want to make every Tuesday a Taco Tuesday forever.
Mama Mexicana
What’s better than sipping an ice-cold cerveza in the City of Gold with a plate of crispy tacos in front of you? Mama Mexicana in Maboneng knows how to turn up the heat with flavour-packed fillings and crunchy hard-shell perfection. Add a squeeze of lime, a shot of tequila, and you’ve got yourself a fiesta on a plate.
Salsa Mexican Grill
The vibe at Salsa Mexican Grill is always lively, full of positive energy and great music. Their build-your-own menu lets you craft the perfect taco: pick hard or soft shells, proteins, veggies, toppings like wild rice or black beans, your favourite cheese, and the salsa of your choice. When Salsa says spicy, they mean it — but the heat is worth every bite! Bite into a truly unforgettable taste of contemporary Mexican dining at one of their Joburg locations.
La Rosa Mexican Grille & Tequileria
La Rosa is one of the fastest-growing Mexican food chains in Joburg. Their menu is impressively large, featuring gourmet tacos served in soft corn shells or flour tortillas. All tacos are served with salsa and lime for an extra spicy-sour punch. We won’t go into the extensive tequila offerings — go see for yourself!
Tiger’s Milk
If you’re in the mood for ‘dude food’, then Tiger’s Milk is the place to go. From gourmet burgers to cheesy pizza and the iconic Tiger’s Milk lager, there’s no shortage of grub here. The Tex-Mex portion of their menu features taco options including spicy prawn, pulled pork, pulled beef, and vegetarian fillings. Order a sharing platter or keep all the saucy goodness to yourself. Your real friends will understand.
Have we skipped out on your favourite taco joint in Joburg? Let us know about them!
