Taco El Torito

Tucked away on Calle de Mesones in Mexico City’s Centro Histórico, Taco El Torito is a tiny hole-in-the-wall that draws a local crowd for its no-frills, counter-seating setup. The operation is stripped down—walk-in friendly, no reservations, and fiercely affordable. The specialty here is tripe and brisket tacos, served with the kind of straightforward, deeply savory preparation that defines the city’s best street food.

Creator Only Scrans, in his video “48 Hours Eating Mexico City’s Most INSANE Food,” highlights the spot’s “local, no-frills vibe and incredibly cheap prices.” It’s the sort of place where the focus stays on the food: two star tacos, a worn counter, and a steady stream of regulars. For a quick, authentic bite in the historic center, this is exactly the kind of hole-in-the-wall worth seeking out.