3344 Allegeheny (across from the VA OP Clinc at 420 N. James Road) –
Take 670 to the airport – get off at James Road Exit
614 560 0497
From Zactecas (Durango)
Tacorriendo’s motto is ‘No somos los unicos pero silos mejores’ (We are not the only ones but we are the best). While I doubt their claim, this is a professional outfit and the staff even had tacorriendo branded hats and jackets. This is probably the hardest to find truck and definitely a geographical outlier but the truck has been here for 6 years and seemed to have a loyal following.
They serve shrimp cocktail as a special on the weekends. This was the only truck that we saw offering shrimp cocktail.
Serve their tacos etc. with sautéed onions which is different than other trucks where the onions are usually finely chopped and raw.
Ceviche Tostada
We went back to try the Ceviche Tostada based on a recommendation. Definitely worth a special trip. Refreshing, crispy and delicious.
7 Comments
March 21, 2009 at 10:09 AM
I am glad I found this blog. I have been craving Mom and Pop Mexican food for a while. The mission of this blog is great.
I went to Tacorriendo yesterday and was extremely happy. Big thumbs up to their lengua (meaty and not gamey) and their horchata (refreshing and not overly spiced and not artificially-spiced either), but highest props go to their salsa verde. The salsa verde is stellar – it is the perfect balance of sweet and kick. It really is perfect – try it on the beef.
I also want to single out an anonymous good Samaritan. When I was getting into my car, I dropped my work keys (I was so excited about driving home and eating tacos that I did not notice it.). It is very very bad for me if I lose my work keys. A young man noticed after I pulled out of the lot, and literally ran my down my car (about a 1/4-1/2 mile). This was a man who clearly had a tough day working and did not need to inconvenience himself to help some random guero, but he chased me down. Whoever you are – thank you. Your random act of kindness is deeply appreciated.
May 6, 2009 at 8:17 AM
Francisco of Tacoriendo caters and does a fantastic job.
I host an annual Cinco de Mayo party. This year, I thought it would be fun to try and find a taco cart owner willing to park a truck or trailer in my driveway and serve my guests, freeing me to make the margaritas and enjoy the company of my guests. Francisco sat down with me at his small restaurant on Refugee Road and worked out a menu of five different items. He arrived at our house with a colorful trailer that left no doubt as to it’s purpose and two assistants to help him prepare food. The cerviche tostadas were a huge hit even among those who had never tried cerviche before. People in the neighborhood were slowing down as they passed our house to stare in wonder as our guests formed a line to place their orders. Neighborhood kids on bikes even placed orders (unbeknownst to me til I found out later) which I thought was pretty darned funny.
Francisco would love to get more catering business from what I gather and after my experience I am basically imploring you to hire him so as to keep him in this wonderful business. We fed forty to fifty people for a very reasonable amount. One thing; don’t try to “steal” Francisco for next Cinco de Mayo, please. I get first dibs!
July 25, 2009 at 10:11 PM
A good truck. The chorizo and pastor were particularly good. The tacos are slightly different than other trucks, in that the onions are grilled. Grilled is good! Salsa was on par with other trucks but nothing special. If you are waiting to pick up a friend at Port Columbus, you might as well have some good tacos, since the truck is in the neighborhood. Make your friend wait, they will understand.
September 25, 2009 at 1:58 AM
The food is awesome! We place orders ALL THE TIME! I like the chicken tacos with what I call “the green sauce.” These guys have a gold mine to say the least. Everything is fresh and good. I have never had a taco with fresh cilantro,lime, cucumber, sauted onion,etc till Tacorriendo. It would blow your mind to see locals, guys in ties, and fan’s from cross town stopping by to grab this great food. Well done and keep it up. You guys are one of our favorite treats.
November 16, 2009 at 10:40 AM
This place is amazing! I went for the first time last night after I picked up a friend from the airport. My friend was very happy with his torta al pastor, but after he tried my ceviche tostada, he had to order one for himself. The ceviche tostada was literally one of the best things I have ever eaten. I’m going to start volunteering to take friends to/from the airport more often just so I have an excuse to go there.
By the way, I thought it was nice that they have tables and chairs set up in an empty store next door so that you can sit while you eat. That’ll come in really handy during the winter.
February 3, 2010 at 2:48 PM
Great food and service! Love the beef tacos.
March 9, 2010 at 10:28 AM
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