Taco Fanático NAKAMEGURO

The thing about Tokyo is they don't just do Japanese food well, they elevate everything else, too.

I've walked by this taco place a few times. They have a great location on the Meguro River promenade. Finally decided to give it a try.

The two guys cooking and serving are super friendly. They greet you with big smiles and seem genuinely happy that you've chosen their establishment.

The food is outstanding. The prices are fair. The Tacos rival anything you'll find in Tex Mex places or even big city places in the USA.

When you order, they pull pressed and raw tortillas from the fridge and cook them on the griddle. Then they top them with the perfect blend of flavors and textures. But the tortillas aren't just bland wrappers for the fillings, they have their own distinct flavor that's complimented, rather than overpowered, by the fillings. It will totally change your philosophical understanding of what constitutes a good street taco.

I tried most of their tacos, even ordering extra after I finished because I wanted to taste more. The standout options were the chicken and the shrimp tempura. But the others were great too.

I also got the swordfish ceviche from their Mexican tapas menu and I was blown away with the bold, lime-forward flavor. The swordfish is tender and chewy, the avocado is rich and creamy, the onions offer a refreshing crunch. It's all dressed in a strong salty and tangy citrus dressing that pairs perfectly with the crisp and salty fried tortillas.

I ordered draft beer because I'm afraid of tequila. But from the looks of the menu, I'd bet the margaritas are great. This is the kind of place that embraces their genre with deep conviction.

Definitely give this place a try. It won't disappoint.

Went to Nakameguro branch early Friday night, it wasn’t busy. Tacos and drinks are delicious, but octopus marinade is not good. Nice atmosphere for date night. There is cooking smoke since it’s open kitchen.

Came here on a very pleasant Saturday afternoon to enjoy a margarita and some chips & salsa. I wasn’t disappointed. The salsa, served in three kinds, was fresh and flavorful. My drink lived up to standards and was plenty strong. There were few other customers when I was here, which made for a relaxed atmosphere. Nice views of the river too. The only weird thing is they had One Direction on heavy rotation. Not exactly a Mexican vibe. I would definitely come back to try a full dinner.

My first time having tacos in Japan and this impressed me, starting with corn tortillas. Suadero and Spicy Lamb Chorizo tacos are the ones I had and I would have it again.

Love that they have Tajin available for you as u need, also with other hot sauces/ Tabasco. All seats are at the counter facing into the open kitchen, and looks like standing space when it gets full at the walls. Looks to have a wide selection of tequila and other spirits.

I’d be back often if I lived in the area.

tried suadero, pork carnitas, chipotle beef, cheese chicken and tempura shrimp. everything's good but my personal favorite is tempura shrimp (not a usual taco flavor). shrimp was big and everything on the dish complemented it. they have lots of available sauces as well for the taco. i like tajin (spice with some lemon) the most. staff spoke in good english and were highly accommodating during our stay there too.