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#1 El Rinconsito Taqueria

In 1977 Lupe Guzmán, owner of a prosperous lunch truck asked Abel Brambila to join him in his efforts to bring traditional Mexican food to the Kent area. The following years due to public’s acceptance and popularly, they opened more locations, where from the beginning the idea of having delicious food, at a good price and served fast and friendly was a hit in the community.

#2 Tony’s Tacos

Opened by Tony Ruiz and his mom, Enedina Martinez, in 2021, the family owned and operated bus was formerly known as Los Amigos. Their taco’s are famous with the locals and visitors.

#3 Taqueria El Sabor

“We started with a taco truck in Kent in 1997. In May, 2011 in Tacoma we opened our first restaurant that had a drive-thru. We have been very happy serving authentic Mexican food such as soups, salads, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, seafood, and desserts.”

#4 Aceitunos

Sabino “Roger” Aceituno and his wife Mirna, met while working at a restaurant together. She was a cashier and he was a cook. Today, they have been married 26 years and are in the process of opening their 13th restaurant.

#5 Antojo Mexican Grill

Dishes are a blend of old family recipes and creations inspired by the variety of flavors found in our native and dearest Mexico.

#6 I Love Taco’s 253

Lets Taco about Taco Tuesday! No Tacos, No Life! A Taste of L.A.!

#6 Fiesta Taqueria

Traditional Mexican meals & a wide range of tequilas offered in a relaxed, colorful space.

#8 Tonala’s

Meet Miguel and Connie Contreras, proud owners of Tonala’s. They opened the first restaurant in ’97. A third two years later. They named Tonala after a city in Jalisco in the Guadalajara region. “My wife went to college in Guadalajara; she loved Tonala. It’s a beautiful little town.”

#9 Los Amigo’s

Now known as Tony’s Tacos!

#10 Abuela/Mom’s House

Awwww!

Step Into a World Where Every Bite Tells a Story of Tradición y Pasión.

#1 on our Raider Opinion Poll, El Rinconsito Taqueria sits just down the street from Pierce College, where hambriento college students can grab a taco any day of the week and almost any time of the day. El Rinconsito invited the Student Media team to come down and taste some of their most popular dishes. From the moment you step inside the smells wafting from the kitchen transport you to Mexico City.

The service at El Rinconsito is as exceptional as the food. Manager Louis Ortiz welcomes with open arms. The staff are friendly , attentive, and make you feel lie you are having lunch at your Tia’s house.

Whether you’re a regular or a first-time visitor, you’re made to feel like familia from the moment you walk in the door.

As we drank creamy iced horchata the staff brought us plate after plate of delicious molé enchiladas, quesa birria, three kinds of tacos and a quesadilla with all the toppings! Each item showcases a perfect balance of authentic spices and fresh ingredients. The menu is a celebration of Mexican cuisine offering a diverse selection of tacos, burritos, and traditional dishes.

Let’s talk tacos. Oh, the tacos! From the classic carne asada to the mouthwatering carnitas, pollo and birria, each taco is a work of art. The meats are tender, the toppings are fresh, and the tortillas are handmade perfection.

You’ve got to try their most popular dish, quesa birria with a side of consommé de birria for dipping! ¡Buen provecho!