Taco Lita
Located at 120 E Duarte Rd, Arcadia, CA 91006, Taco Lita is a beloved gem for anyone craving delicious, authentic Mexican cuisine in the heart of Arcadia. Whether you're a local resident or visiting the area, Taco Lita is the place to be for an unforgettable dining experience filled with mouthwatering dishes, a warm atmosphere, and a sense of tradition.
What Makes Taco Lita Special?
Taco Lita isn't just another Mexican restaurant—it's a place where flavor, quality, and community come together. Here’s why Taco Lita stands out from the rest:
1. Authenticity at Its Best
At Taco Lita, the focus is on delivering authentic Mexican flavors that transport you straight to the heart of Mexico. From the moment you walk in, the aroma of freshly prepared tacos, burritos, and enchiladas fills the air, giving you a preview of the flavorful experience to come.
The ingredients are top-notch, ensuring that each bite is packed with freshness. Whether it’s the perfectly seasoned meat, the homemade tortillas, or the zesty salsa, Taco Lita has mastered the art of traditional Mexican cooking.
2. A Menu Full of Flavorful Options
Taco Lita's menu is a diverse mix of beloved Mexican classics and unique twists on traditional dishes. Some standout items include:
Tacos: Whether you’re a fan of carnitas, carne asada, or fish, Taco Lita offers tacos that are as flavorful as they are satisfying. Each taco is made to order with your choice of fresh toppings, making every bite a customized delight.
Burritos: If you're in the mood for something hearty, Taco Lita's burritos are the perfect option. Packed with your favorite fillings and wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, these burritos are the definition of comfort food.
Enchiladas: Taco Lita’s enchiladas are a crowd favorite, smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce and filled with your choice of proteins.
Specialty Dishes: For those seeking something different, Taco Lita also serves a variety of specialties, including fajitas, quesadillas, and tamales. Their signature salsa adds an extra kick to every dish.
Taco Lita also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, offering vegetarian and gluten-free options without compromising on taste.
3. A Welcoming Atmosphere for Everyone
What really sets Taco Lita apart is its warm, inviting atmosphere. The restaurant’s casual and cozy setting makes it the perfect spot for family gatherings, casual meals with friends, or even a solo bite after a long day. The staff at Taco Lita are known for their friendly service, always ready to make your visit enjoyable.
Reviews
This place is staple of LA County. Authentic food and ingredients. The only place other than this is Barstow Del Taco off Lenwood. Old school Gringo Mexican!!! Keep up the good work. Tacos, burritos.... Can't go wrong!
I read a few reviews where it was noted the how expensive it was for just regular food. Well, it seems that the ingredients they put in their "regular" food is regular! Which is really the good news! They actually use real ground beef for their tacos. If you look at the chain tacos places, which are cheaper, you will definitely see a difference. Not just one ingredient, besides salted pepper, but you will see multiple ingredients. Some start with beef followed by water, then, often textured vegetable protein, soy flour, silicone dioxide, and the list goes on. Yes they may be tasty, but the additives are always something to consider. Taco Lita tacos seem to be just ground beef. And no, they don't really season their beef and it doesn't have any after texture in your mouth which I really appreciate. Service is always amazing as everyone is very friendly and very accommodating. It definitely has a 1960s or 70s type of feel in the place. It's stepping back in time... And no, it's nothing like "real" Mexican food! Being new to California back in the day, taco Lita definitely is similar to what we came to know as Mexican food at that time. Of course, years later, it's a different story. But still, there's something about hardshell tacos with real meat in them that makes a difference. The price of beef certainly isn't coming down fast enough to make any differences. And to think, just 20 years ago, how inexpensive these tacos were compared to now. And that's everywhere, not just here. That is, unless you're a large food chain where you buy in bulk and use multiple ingredients in your "meat" product to bulk up the "meat". I can't say I don't enjoy those tacos, but I definitely like the real ones better. Great parking, great location, always clean and pleasant. Unfortunately, they cannot get back their original Taco Lita sauce since the pandemic. Unfortunate, but it is what it is. This type of thing has been systemic in a variety of businesses across the country. We will continue to drive the 20+ miles on occasion just to have our "flashback" to a different time of "real" taco meat. BTW, their beans are amazing. Really good burritos.
Been going here for years. When I have a hard taco craving, it's Pepe's, Tito's Tacos, or Taco Lita.
Another visit and another 5 star review. There taco meat is delicious whether you get it in a twci or a burrito. They really only do one thing and they do it very well. They are quick, food is hot and the restaurant is spotless.
Classic Arcadia restaurant. Taco Lita has been in business for many years and is a landmark Arcadia food establishment. Their food is nostalgic to me and tasty as well