Overview

Tucked away near the bustling Crawford Street in Houston, Tacos LA Creación (Food Truck) offers a vibrant slice of authentic Mexican street food that captivates locals and visitors alike. This modest food truck is a cherished gem for anyone seeking bold, fresh flavors served with remarkable speed and warmth.

The heart of their menu lies in traditional tacos like the famed Al Pastor and Carne Asada, alongside hearty options such as Barbacoa Tortas and Quesadilla de Fajita. Each dish is crafted with care, delivering well-seasoned meats wrapped in soft, warm tortillas—although some patrons suggest the flour tortillas could see a slight upgrade. Complementary sips of Jarritos soda or the intriguingly unique Lassi add refreshing balance to the rich, savory bites.

Despite its compact footprint, this food truck operates with impressive efficiency. Customer experiences reflect quick service and polite, friendly staff who make each visit feel personal. The space is minimal, typical of its food truck nature, catering especially to those who appreciate casual, flavorful meals on the go rather than sit-down dining.

The target audience here spans from busy lunch-break warriors hunting quality tacos without hassle, to families who find comfort in the consistently satisfying menu. The variety—ranging from breakfast tacos to sopes and gorditas—also invites adventurous eaters eager to explore authentic Mexican staples beyond the usual fare.

What truly elevates Tacos LA Creación is the exceptional value they offer. Reviews praise the freshness and heat of the tacos, notably steak and fajita varieties, often highlighted as life-affirming with their “liquid gold” sauces. The authentic taste at accessible prices, delivered swiftly in a humble roadside setting, perfectly encapsulates the charm and soul of true Mexican street cuisine in Houston.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Comfort food
Quick bite
Small plates
Atmosphere
Casual

What Customers Say

Stacey Lenoir
Mar 25,2026
5/5
Are you kidding me with this place?? In just 6 mins for only 2 dollars a taco, this amazing little truck under the highway served up one of THE best steak tacos I've ever had. They were HOT and so fresh. Get yourself over to this truck with all your dolla dolla bills (it's cash only), and get like 5 (or 10) of those fajita tacos, pour that liquid gold sauce all over it, and remember why life is worth living. Absolutely fantastic.
Jade Mellor
Mar 25,2026
5/5
Delicious Tacos ! Fast and great portions. Good drink choices and nice service.
H. “Myers” G.
Mar 25,2026
4/5
Opened a lil late. Good service, real polite and fast working. Decent size for the price. Only thing can improve is the tortillas, I had the beef fajita on flour.
Nancy Watt (RAE RAE)
Mar 25,2026
5/5
My husband and I have been going here for quite some time we love the food there so our kids they have medium sized menu but it's great everything is good on the menu. And they're very nice people
Nitin Khare
Mar 25,2026
5/5
loved it! Flavourful, well seasoned and great taste. What more do you want from $1.50 taco
Elliott Fawcett
Mar 25,2026
4/5
Great little taco truck. The pastor was some of the best I've had. The red sauce is pretty spicy but has great flavor. My biggest complaint is that the barbacoa was pretty fatty but otherwise the Torta was good.
Mel A. P.
Mar 25,2026
5/5
This guy makes some of the best breakfast tacos in the city. I live in the south Hobby Airport area but I often drive over to midtown for my Friday fix of breakfast tacos thrn grab coffee nearby. Always fresh and the order is always correct.
Phillip Cho
Mar 25,2026
5/5
This has been my go-to taco truck for the last 3 years. I used to live in the midtown area, and I would get tacos from this truck at least twice a week! My girlfriend and I are always happy with their service and quality of food! We are big eaters, so we usually get 3-4 tacos a person, and each taco is $2. Our favorite meats in order are: fajita, barbacoa, and pastor (usually get 2 fajita, 1 barbacoa, and 1 pastor a person). Their sopes are very filling, and I’d recommend grabbing one if you want to change things up!

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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