Tacos El Tapatio - Mexican restaurant in Salida - 1070 E Rainbow Blvd, USA

While working out of town, I stopped by this little food truck and it didn't disappoint for sure! I ordered the Asada fries and they were very good! They did have a little shaded sitting area which was a plus. It was pretty busy so I'm sure they have a lot of repeat customers. Update: I keep coming back for their Carne Asada tacos.

Absolute Best Ever Chicken Street Tacos served with cilantro, jalapeño, onion and lime and salsa. The beans and rice are also good. Yummy soapapillas.

Best Mexican food I've had in Colorado. Great tacos and tamales. I knew it was going to be good when the kid that greeted me at the window was nice and I smelled what was cooking. The prices are more than fare too. It's hard to find a place with good prices and good food and most of all good service anywhere around here.

Holy smokes. Even better than the brick and mortar location! So fresh and sooooooo good!

Best Mexican place in Chaffee County. Hands down, the service is incredible.

The very best no-frills street tacos in any mountain town in Colorado. Tip: If the food truck is closed, order online to pick up at their brick & mortar restaurant in downtown Salida. Then, bring your take-out to the riverside park for a picnic! I used to live in Austin TX (taco heaven) and I’ve also tried tacos in Arizona, New Mexico, and even a non-touristy spot in Mexico City. This place ranks among the very best of taco trucks/shops I’ve tried. Their Al pastor is really good! But I lean more towards a pescatarian/vegetarian diet these days due to some health issues. The fish tacos are GRILLED (not battered!), it is rare to find a semi-healthy fish taco in Colorado! Try the Nopales tacos! Literally the only place in Colorado I’ve found that serves cactus tacos, and they are addictive! I’ve also tried the white queso and it’s up there with the best quesos. It may only be available at the brick & mortar location though — I can’t quite remember. Be aware that it’s often one guy cooking/taking orders at the truck— if there’s a line you will need to be patient and let him work his magic. If you want full service I recommend sitting down at the downtown location. Another tip: While you’re waiting for your order, spend a few minutes inside the outdoor gear/clothing consignment shop occupying the Pizza Hut building next door to this truck. I’ve found some treasures on outdoor gear while waiting on my tacos.

Why does anyone review a place if they didn’t actually try the food? You’re not helping other consumers by dishing out a poor review because you ‘were not able to try the place’ or ‘they didn’t answer the phone.’ It is a TRUCK. There is nothing more I need to know other than: ‘How good is the food.’

Most authentic tacos in town. Absolutely delicious. They have a couple of tables to sit at while you enjoy your food. Definitely worth a stop, especially if you’re trying to avoid the crowds downtown!