A friend of mine said they were the best carnitas ever after trying their Smorgasbord LA stand... (I think they were a new vendor there right before Covid) ...so I had to check out @loscochinitos_ for myself. LOCATION Hidden at the El Faro Swap Meet in East LA... the saying, the more dangerous the neighborhood the better the tacos applies. The street parking was brutal but there are a few parking lots nearby. Inside they had a lot of seating and 2 locations set up. THE MEATS BUCHE CON MACIZA TACO Large tacos! Pork stomach and skin meat mixed taco. Light in color, amazing texture and taste. Really delicious flavor. (5 5) TORTA AHOGADO WET TORTA SANDWICH This was orgasmic. This Guadalajaran st...
These guys are my favorite taco vendor at Smorgasburg. Their chicharonnes (pork skin) tacos are just fantastic. I haven't ever really liked chicharonnes that much before, but I've come to Smorgasburg a couple times now to specifically get theirs and satisfy my cravings. It's gloriously fatty with the right amount of chew. Carnitas seem to be their signature item and overall a mix of both is probably best, but I would definitely recommend getting at least one taco de chicharonnes to savor by itself. Their tacos are quite ample in size. Larger than a lot of places. I think they come out to $5 each but you get a lot of meat and thick double tortillas it's very filling and a good value. Also, I...
No reviews for yelp?! Guess ill be the first! I tried their carnitas tacos at Smorgasburg earlier today. Wasn't really in the mood but the butcher/ meat prep person was handing out samples! So I thought i'd have a sample before getting pizza 2 tarps down. But I never made it to the pizza spot. Instead I got two carnitas tacos. And although each taco was $4, they had VERY generous servings. I ordered 2 but ended up sharing with my party bc they were so big! The caarnitas had good flavor and were NOT dry at all. I saw their menu had specialty fries like asada fries. They had other items but really the carnitas were enough. So yummy! Their instagram page is more interactive than yelp. So if you...
Los Cochinitos is a small taco stand located at Smorgasburg. On a scorching summer day, I stopped by a nearby food stall because I was thirsty and noticed they were offering aqua frescas. I decided to try the Pineapple Aqua Fresca ($5), but I found it to be very watered down. Just the day before, I had tried aqua fresca at another place in Grand Central Market, which was much more flavorful. I wouldn't recommend their diluted aqua frescas when there are better options available. I can't speak to the rest of their menu, though.
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If you're looking for a spot to hit your carnitas cravings, this is it. Stop looking around for places that end up letting you down. You got a good service crew, and the food doesn't need me to say it's good. You'll find that out on your own. I tried their loaded Fries, say no more. Thank me later. Stop by and have a good lunch without emptying your pocket!
This morning, I scored tacos at Smorgasburg L.A. from a brand new vendor, Los Cochinitos. Their superb Carnitas Mixta Taco (98/100) belongs in the discussion of Los Angeles ' top carnitas tacos. Can 't wait to have it again next Sunday!
Tried them at a smogasborg 8 dollars for one taco and was not the best I've tried I asked why it was so expensive and was told because they use double tortilla not even 5 Puntos charges that much and the tortillas are handmade
I should have saved my perfect five-star review for this restaurant instead! Their lechon tacos are amazing! They're made from various cuts of pork and served street-style. I highly recommend them if you love street tacos!
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The tacos are all made fresh, and the pork is hand-cut. I chose the green salsa, which had a bit of a kick but was absolutely delicious. Two tacos definitely weren't enough!
Best carnitas ever. You should try it. Owners are super good hostess service great , but the carnitas. Best I ever try
