The Ultimate Taco Bucket List In New Orleans Will Change Your Life
By Jackie Ann|Updated on May 11, 2023(Originally published May 05, 2023)
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Jackie Ann
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
Tacos! They’re incredibly versatile and insanely delicious. You can put just about anything you want in them, and they’re even great on the go. Lucky for you, we rounded up a list of the best tacos in New Orleans. From traditional to unusual, these delicious eats will delight your tastebuds and fill your stomach. Let’s dig in!
A taco is only as good as its tortilla, and Mawi makes the best in town. They're buttery, fresh, flexible, and delicious. In fact, they supply most of the tortillas you eat in restaurants throughout New Orleans! If you visit their storefront, you can taste authentic Honduran-style tacos that burst with flavor. If you're wondering where to get good tacos in NOLA, head to Mawi Tacos.
Combining traditional Mexican cooking with a New Orleans flare, the tacos at Johnny Sánchez are not to be missed. Don’t be fooled by their size, these little guys are packing big flavors! Head over to Poydras Street to try them for yourself.
For a great fish taco, you have to head over to The Rum House on Magazine. The Caribbean atmosphere combined with the delicious cuisine will make you feel like you’ve been whisked away to a tropical island. Cheers to the good life! Here, you'll feel like you're on vacation.
The next stop on the New Orleans Taco Trail is La Patrona. These tacos are cheap, authentic, and full of flavor. Whether you get a classic chicken taco or some asado de puerco, your taste buds will thank you.
With a name like Tacos & Beer, you know it had to go on this list. Serving authentic Mexican tacos in a fun and down-to-earth atmosphere, this is a great spot to enjoy a casual meal with your friends.
Serving New Orleans since 1998, Taqueria Corona should be on everyone’s bucket list for restaurants in the city. From fish tacos to ribeye steak tacos, you honestly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu from this timeless restaurant. Luckily, there are three locations, so you’re never too far away from a delicious taco from Taqueria Corona. You can devour these delicious eats on Magazine Street in NOLA, or in Metairie or Harahan.
Of course, you'll find excellent tacos at Loya's Mexican Restaurant, but that's just the beginning. Here, you can also scarf down spicy salsa, scrumptious tortas, and authentic tamales. This family-run restaurant will soon become your go-to spot for Mexican food.
Where do you go to find the best tacos in New Orleans? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! And if you know another hidden gem eatery in New Orleans, nominate it for a chance to be featured.
