The Best Taco Joint In Every State

You don't have to wait 'til Taco Tuesday to check them out.

best taco joint in every state
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Orchestrating dinner plans can be a challenge, especially when it comes to accommodating everyone's food preferences. Some people may be gluten-free and others prefer to stay away from meat, while there are some who will eat whatever is offered to them. Luckily, we exist in the same universe as the most egalitarian food of all: tacos. Every member of your crew can order a different flavor combo or adjust ingredients to suit their own dietary needs. If one taco doesn't satisfy your appetite, it's easy to order two (or three, or four) more and bring them along for the ride. And tacos are easy to eat on-the-go, making them a great travel meal.

So when you're planning your next dinner out, consider one of the best taco joints in every state. (Yes, it may be a drive for some, but we promise it's worth it.) This list was compiled based on the most talked about taco spots on social media and the ones with the highest ratings on Yelp, Facebook, and Google Reviews.

So consult this list when trying to plan your next taco night. And don't forget to hit an ice cream parlor for dessert.

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Taco Mama — Tuscaloosa, Alabama

If you're looking for the perfect family restaurant where you can find delicious food made with fresh ingredients, Taco Mama is the place to go. Not only is it decorated in the brightest colors, but there's a warmth that radiates when you step inside.

Check out Taco Mama on Facebook.

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Tacos Cancun Mexican Grill — Wasilla, Alaska

This family owned restaurant first opened its door in 2006 and has quickly become a local favorite, with tourists even making a quick pit stop at Tacos Cancun Mexican Grill. One Yelp reviewer wrote: "Best Mexican food in the valley! Fresh food, friendly service. Feels like you've gone to a friends home and they decided to make you a special meal."

Check out Tacos Cancun Mexican Grill on Facebook.

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La Santisima Gourmet Taco Shop / Facebook
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La Santisima Gourmet Taco Shop — Phoenix, Arizona

If you're worried about finding something for your vegan and vegetarian friends at this restaurant, don't be! The owners of La Santisima Gourmet Taco Shop have expanded their taco menu to include vegetarian and vegan options.

Check out La Santisima Gourmet Taco Shop on Facebook.

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Tacos 4 Life — Multiple Locations, Arkansas

Tacos 4 Life has become such a popular taco joint that there are multiple location in various states, such as Arkansas, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Oklahoma. And the best part about this taco joint — besides the food — is that it donates one meal for every one bought.

Check out Tacos 4 Life on Facebook.

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Nuestro Mexico — Bakersfield, California

California has so many taco joints, it can be difficult to pick the best one. But Nuestro Mexico has developed a fan base due to its fresh ingredients, hospitality, and presentation.

Check out Nuestro Mexico on Facebook.

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La'au's Taco Shop / Facebook
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La'au's Taco Shop — Colorado Springs, Colorado

This taco joint adds some Hawaiian flare to its cuisine. Their signature dish is the mahi-mahi tacos topped with mango salsa.

Check out La'au's Taco Shop on Facebook.

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Bartaco — Westport, Connecticut

Bartaco keeps the party going. The New York Times even commented on it, saying: "as a neighborhood drop in place for lunch, a casual supper or anything in between, bartaco is hard to beat."

Check out Bartaco on Facebook.

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Tacos Chabelita — Laurel, Delaware

This taco joint in Delaware offers authentic Mexican flavors. And it has $1 Taco Tuesday, where you can order as many as you want!

Check out Tacos Chabelita on Facebook.

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Capital Tacos — Multiple Locations, Florida

This Tex-Mex restaurant has 25 chef-created items that can be ordered in a variety of ways: taco, burrito, rice bowl, nachos, and salad. It's won several awards, such as best places to eat and best taco shop in Florida.

Check out Capital Tacos on Facebook.

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El Taco Veloz — Multiple Locations, Georgia

El Taco Veloz has been around for more than 20 years and there's always a line to try some of its delicious creations.

Check out El Taco Veloz on Facebook.

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Surf n Turf Tacos Waikiki / Facebook
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Surf N Turf Tacos Waikiki — Honolulu, Hawaii

Surf N Turf Tacos Waikiki features cuisine inspired on the delicious flavors of both Mexico and Hawaii. You can find anything from fried fish tacos to poke bowls with Mexican flavors. There's no denying that if you go to Honolulu, you need to try this place.

Check out Surf N Turf Tacos Waikiki on Facebook.

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Taco Tacos — Ponderay, Idaho

Taco Tacos is actually a food truck located in Ponderay, where the owners serve vegetables grown in their own backyard. One Facebook reviewers wrote: "By far, best in the area. Tacos are always fresh. Vegan refried beans are so good. Lots of choices. Consistently excellent. You have to try this food. Loyal customer for over a year now. Really."

Check out Taco Tacos on Facebook.

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Taqueria Pequena — Cobden, Illinois

Many reviewers call this place a must when passing by the town of Cobden. If you see a line, don't turn around because it's worth the wait.

Check out Taqueria Pequena on Facebook.

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nada — Indianapolis, Indiana

nada invited you to escape the ordinary with playful spins on American staples like sweet potato and farro.

Check out nada on Facebook.

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La Regia Taqueria / Facebook
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La Regia Taqueria — Iowa City, Iowa

La Regia Taqueria prides itself as being one of the few authentic Mexican restaurants, serving food with flavors native to Southern America. It knows that Mexican food is not only colorful, but flavorful too.

Check out La Regia Taqueria on Facebook.

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Fuzzy's Taco Shop / Facebook
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Fuzzy's Taco Shop — Topeka, Kansas

Although Fuzzy's is yet another taco franchise, there's no denying that their tacos are absolutely delicious. It even celebrates National Taco Day with $1 tacos!

Check out Fuzzy's Taco Shop on Facebook.

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Taco Luchador — Louisville, Kentucky

Taco Luchador is not only the best place to get tacos in Kentucky, but it's also a great place to get tortas, salads, and the fan-favorite guac.

Check out Taco Luchador on Facebook.

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Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q / Facebook
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Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q — Port Allen, Louisiana

If you're going to Louisiana, you'll definitely want to try these cajun and Mexican fusion tacos from Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q. And who says you can't order some cornbread as a side for tacos?

Check out Cou-Yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q on Facebook.

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Taco Trio — Portland, Maine

Don't let the simplicity of this restaurant's decoration fool you. Its tacos — and any anything else you order off the menu — will be jam packed with flavors from salsas made fresh each day.

Check out Taco Trio on Facebook.

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Taqueria La Placita — Hyattsville, Maryland

Taqueria La Placita is known by the locals as one of the best and most authentic taco spots in town and even the state. One reviewer on Yelp wrote: "It's not easy to find authentic street tacos in the part of the country ... but here they are. Definitely authentic. And they have some of my favorites such as carne asada, carnitas, and of course, al pastor."

Check out Taqueria La Placita on Facebook.

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Tenoch Mexican — Multiple Locations, Massachusetts

Not only has Tenoch Mexican been named one of the best tacos in Boston, but its also been crowned with the award for best sandwiches because of its tortas.

Check out Tenoch Mexican on Facebook.

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El Oasis — Lansing, Michigan

This food truck prides itself on satisfying your taco cravings. Most people who stop by agree that the tacos are one of the best they've ever had. One reviewer on Facebook wrote: "One of the best Mexican places in Lansing. Authentic, full of flavor, and they have the best salsas around. Burrito is delicious, along with quesadilla."

Check out El Oasis on Facebook.

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Colita — Minneapolis, Minnesota

Colita is definitely one of the most high-end restaurants of this list. It's owned by Chef Daniel Del Prado, who mixes Texas and Oaxacan flavors into every meal he prepares. For this specific restaurant, you'll want to make reservations before visiting.

Check out Colita on Instagram.

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Green Ghost Tacos / Facebook
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Green Ghost Tacos — Jackson, Mississippi

Green Ghost Tacos opened in 2015 and has become a force to be reckoned with in Mississippi because of their delicious tacos. All of the ingredients are made in small batches each day and all of its tortilla shells are gluten-free.

Check out Green Ghost Tacos on Facebook.

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Mission Taco Joint — Multiple Locations, Missouri

With multiple locations all over Missouri, Mission Taco Joint was first opened by two brothers who grew up in California and decided that food was the best way to stay in touch with their roots. They also serve some interesting tacos with duck, hot fried chicken, and portobello.

Check out Mission Taco Joint on Facebook.

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Taco Montes — Bozeman, Montana

At Taco Montes, you can make your wildest dreams come true in taco form. You can order pretty much anything and everything on a tortilla and it'll taste like heaven. For example, you can order fried mac and cheese with your choice of meat and chipotle BBQ sauce.

Check out Taco Montes on Facebook.

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La Choza Restaurant / Facebook
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La Choza Restaurant — Omaha, Nebraska

With an almost perfect 5-star rating on Facebook, La Choza Restaurant prides itself on its tacos al pastor.

Check out La Choza Restaurant on Facebook.

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Tacos El Gordo — Multiple Locations, Nevada

The first Tacos El Gordo restaurant opened in 1972, which means that this restaurant has a lot of experience in making delicious tacos that bring people together from all over Nevada.

Check out Tacos El Gordo on Instagram.

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El Rincón Zacatecano Taqueria — Manchester, New Hampshire

Mexican flavors are known for being earthy and spicy, but in this restaurant, you can also find some delicious coastal flavors infused in the dishes. Don't forget to order one of the enormous margaritas!

Check out El Rincon Zacatecano Taqueria on Facebook.

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El Matador — Bloomfield, New Jersey

El Matador is so good that customers tend to leave notes praising the cook and the service on their reciepts.

Check out El Matador on Facebook.

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