Ah, tacos.
Whether you’re a Mexican food aficionado, a passionate “Taco Tuesday” enthusiast, or just a hungry Idahoan with a hankering for meat, handmade tortillas, and all the fixings, our state has got you covered when it comes to this delicious food staple. Of course, when it comes to the all-mighty taco, there are more than just the south-of-the-border kind! From fresh fish tacos and fancied up Northwest-flair tacos, to traditional tortilla goodness just the way you’d find it in Mexico, we’ve scoured Idaho for the best taco trucks, brick and mortar taco joints, and good old fashioned taquerias. These 10 restaurants will serve you some out of this world taco goodness – and believe me, they’re perfect for any occasion!
- Taco Cecey, Lewiston
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Jennifer B./Yelp Fresh, authentic, and absolutely mind-blowing tacos crafted by Cecy herself mean that when the staff says “See you tomorrow!” odds are they definitely will.
1350 Main St. Lewiston, ID 83501
- Morenita’s, Idaho Falls
Earnie G./Yelp
Cherie D./Yelp Morenita’s has been around for years, but has gained quite a reputation recently as a hidden gem. Part bakery and part restaurant, flavorful meats and balanced spiciness make the tacos here an absolute win.
450 Whittier St. Idaho Falls, ID 83401
- Taco Veloz, Boise
Priscila B./Yelp
Shem W./Yelp The most authentic street tacos in Boise come from this old taco truck-turning-restaurant in the heart of the city. What sets them apart? Besides the perfectly balanced flavors, a diverse menu of 12 different meats to fill your taco is a win in my book. Stay tuned as they put the final touches on their brick and mortar eatery!
6713 W Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83704
- El Gallo Giro, Garden City
El Gallo Giro/Facebook
El Gallo Giro Boise/Facebook This local favorite is popular for good reason, and truth be told you’ll love anything you get off the menu. But for epic tacos, especially on their all-you-can-eat Taco Tuesdays (!!!), this family-owned restaurant will perfectly satisfy your taco craving. And keep an eye out around town for their food truck as well! For double the taco deliciousness, the original El Gallo Giro in Kuna (Enrique’s) is absolutely phenomenal.
5285 Glenwood St. Garden City, ID 83714
- Tacos Tepito, Rexburg
Rafael S./Yelp
Ron Dollete/Flickr Because the best tacos come from taco buses, this local gem lets you enjoy their delicious tacos inside the bus if you so choose, complete with bar stools and window views. Tacos here are large, full of flavor, and not at all greasy.
310 N 2nd E. Rexburg, ID 83440
- Tacos Izcalli, Idaho Falls
Tacos Izcalli/Facebook
Tacos Izcalli/Facebook Started by one man with a dream, Julio Ortiz opened Tacos Izcalli just over a decade ago and is still dishing up awesome eats. While this food truck is known for al pastor, the tacos here are bonkers good.
725 West Broadway St. Idaho Falls, ID 83402
- Joel’s Mexican Restaurant, Sandpoint
Joel’s Mexican Restaurant/Facebook
Joel’s Mexican Restaurant/Facebook We’ve featured Joel’s before for offering basically everything you could ever want in a Mexican restaurant, and we’re still standing by that when it comes to tacos. The spicy fish tacos are to-die for, here, but don’t miss the carne asada tacos as well – everything is ridiculously fresh!
229 Church St. Sandpoint, ID 83864
- Despo’s Mexican Restaurant, Ketchum
Despo’s Mexican Restaurant/Facebook
Karen J./TripAdvisor Despo’s is something truly special in Idaho - eco-friendly, fresh, locally-sourced, and health-conscious, every dish is absolutely mouthwatering, tacos included. Flavorful and filling, be sure to try some of Despo’s world-famous salsa on the side for the perfect taco experience!
211 4th St E. Ketchum, ID 83340
- Tacos Reynoso, Coeur d’Alene
Tacos Reynoso/Facebook
Erin S./Yelp Because every day should be a taco day, Martina and Memo lovingly dish up uniquely amazing tacos from this tiny food truck in Northern Idaho. Our suggestion? Check out their fantastic potato tacos because, well… Idaho.
1501 E Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
- Enrique’s Mexican Restaurant, Kuna
The original El Gallo Giro, now Enrique’s, is an Idaho staple and hidden gem rolled into one, featuring all-you-can-eat taco buffets throughout the week. But if your taco craving is just too intense to be satisfied by tacos for just one meal, be sure to check this wonderfully authentic restaurant for its ridiculously good breakfast tacos as well.
482 W Main St. Kuna, ID 83634
While the Magic Valley is particularly renowned for its “Taco Belt,” which stretches from Gooding to Twin Falls in a line of delicious-smelling trucks every few miles (do I sense a taco road trip coming up?), it’s obvious that amazing tacos can be found all over the state! Now, we want to know where your favorite places are to grab a delicious taco.
Scott O./Yelp
Jennifer B./Yelp
Fresh, authentic, and absolutely mind-blowing tacos crafted by Cecy herself mean that when the staff says “See you tomorrow!” odds are they definitely will.
1350 Main St. Lewiston, ID 83501
Earnie G./Yelp
Cherie D./Yelp
Morenita’s has been around for years, but has gained quite a reputation recently as a hidden gem. Part bakery and part restaurant, flavorful meats and balanced spiciness make the tacos here an absolute win.
450 Whittier St. Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Priscila B./Yelp
Shem W./Yelp
The most authentic street tacos in Boise come from this old taco truck-turning-restaurant in the heart of the city. What sets them apart? Besides the perfectly balanced flavors, a diverse menu of 12 different meats to fill your taco is a win in my book. Stay tuned as they put the final touches on their brick and mortar eatery!
6713 W Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83704
El Gallo Giro/Facebook
El Gallo Giro Boise/Facebook
This local favorite is popular for good reason, and truth be told you’ll love anything you get off the menu. But for epic tacos, especially on their all-you-can-eat Taco Tuesdays (!!!), this family-owned restaurant will perfectly satisfy your taco craving. And keep an eye out around town for their food truck as well! For double the taco deliciousness, the original El Gallo Giro in Kuna (Enrique’s) is absolutely phenomenal.
5285 Glenwood St. Garden City, ID 83714
Rafael S./Yelp
Ron Dollete/Flickr
Because the best tacos come from taco buses, this local gem lets you enjoy their delicious tacos inside the bus if you so choose, complete with bar stools and window views. Tacos here are large, full of flavor, and not at all greasy.
310 N 2nd E. Rexburg, ID 83440
Tacos Izcalli/Facebook
Started by one man with a dream, Julio Ortiz opened Tacos Izcalli just over a decade ago and is still dishing up awesome eats. While this food truck is known for al pastor, the tacos here are bonkers good.
725 West Broadway St. Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Joel’s Mexican Restaurant/Facebook
We’ve featured Joel’s before for offering basically everything you could ever want in a Mexican restaurant, and we’re still standing by that when it comes to tacos. The spicy fish tacos are to-die for, here, but don’t miss the carne asada tacos as well – everything is ridiculously fresh!
229 Church St. Sandpoint, ID 83864
Despo’s Mexican Restaurant/Facebook
Karen J./TripAdvisor
Despo’s is something truly special in Idaho - eco-friendly, fresh, locally-sourced, and health-conscious, every dish is absolutely mouthwatering, tacos included. Flavorful and filling, be sure to try some of Despo’s world-famous salsa on the side for the perfect taco experience!
211 4th St E. Ketchum, ID 83340
Tacos Reynoso/Facebook
Erin S./Yelp
Because every day should be a taco day, Martina and Memo lovingly dish up uniquely amazing tacos from this tiny food truck in Northern Idaho. Our suggestion? Check out their fantastic potato tacos because, well… Idaho.
1501 E Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
The original El Gallo Giro, now Enrique’s, is an Idaho staple and hidden gem rolled into one, featuring all-you-can-eat taco buffets throughout the week. But if your taco craving is just too intense to be satisfied by tacos for just one meal, be sure to check this wonderfully authentic restaurant for its ridiculously good breakfast tacos as well.
482 W Main St. Kuna, ID 83634
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