King Taco

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12102 Long Beach Blvd
Lynwood, CA 90262

Founded in 1974, King Taco originated from a converted ice cream truck, quickly gaining popularity for its authentic Mexican cuisine. Over the years, the restaurant has expanded to 22 locations, becoming a beloved staple in the Los Angeles area, recognized by food critics as one of the few surviving original eateries.

The painting by Ricardo Barragan pays tribute to King Taco's early days, featuring the original marquee sign and the location on 3rd Street. Initially serving customers via an order-to-go window, diners enjoyed their tacos from the hoods of their cars, a nostalgic nod to the brand's humble beginnings.

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Nette H.
10/28/2025

After 10 minutes we had barely moved in line. Then I was reading reviews. We didn't order anything. We walked out. 1 cashier open 16 people in line.

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Cinthia R.
1/1/2026

Customer service sucks Took an hour to receive 2 tacos & a burrito. Went up to ask for my order. Employees were very slow & were backed up with orders

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Josue V.
9/11/2025

The worst service ever. Always chit chatting with each other but help the line. There's one register on a busy day BUT NOOOOOO URGENCY!!!! I love our raza pero se pasan de ver ** Won't come to...

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Cathy O.
1/1/2026

I have never waiting this looooooonnggg for King taco before!! Going over an hour and they said it will be half an hour more. The lobby is not even full.

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Kimberley S.
12/13/2024

I love, I mean love this food. It is always delicious, well seasoned, temperature is correct, and on point always. I would recommend this place for the food. But baby be prepared to wait , I mean...

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