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Tacos El Loco

4.7(145)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 145 reviews (Google rating)Mexican Restaurant$ Southwest Detroit
Closed · opens 5:00 PM
(313) 513-3832 Directions tacosellocomi.com

Quick facts

Tacos El Loco is a mexican restaurant at 5431 Vernor Hwy in Detroit, MI, open Sun–Sat from 5:00 PM. takeout, delivery and dine-in available.

Address
5431 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209
Phone
+1313-513-3832
Hours today
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Price
$

About Tacos El Loco

Tacos El Loco is a Mexican restaurant at 5431 Vernor Hwy in Detroit, MI, with a casual, hip atmosphere and a low price-level designation. Its listed offerings include comfort food, small plates, and quick bites, with fast service among its noted features. Lunch and dinner are both served and listed as popular occasions to visit. The restaurant has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 145 reviews.

Dine-in, takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery are available, along with catering. The restaurant accepts reservations, though table service is not listed as available. It welcomes children and is identified as suitable for groups and solo dining, as well as popular with tourists. Free parking is available both in a lot and on the street, and customers can pay by credit or debit card.

Known for

  • Comfort food and small plates
  • Fast service for lunch and dinner
  • Casual, hip atmosphere
  • Dine-in, takeout, and delivery
  • Free lot and street parking

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What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • tacos×2

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “These tacos aren’t very good. Extremely old rice and stale. Taco a mid.”

    — Leigh D, August 28, 2026 · google

  • “A Taco truck that sells some seriously fresh and well prepared street tacos! Offering a variety of Mexican foods, Tacos El Loco is your new go to spot for great tasting food on the go! A non-discript silver taco truck is all that you'll …”

    — NukaColaReviews, May 18, 2026 · google

  • “Very good food! They take visa, and give you a little device that vibrates when your order is ready so you can park and wait. Good prices too!!!!”

    — adam pritchett, November 5, 2025 · google

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Tacos El Loco — frequently asked

Is Tacos El Loco open on Mondays?
Yes — Tacos El Loco is open Monday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Where is Tacos El Loco?
Tacos El Loco is at 5431 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48209.
Does Tacos El Loco do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, Tacos El Loco offers takeout and offers delivery.
Does Tacos El Loco take reservations?
Yes — Tacos El Loco accepts reservations.
Is Tacos El Loco kid-friendly?
Yes — Tacos El Loco is listed as good for kids.
How expensive is Tacos El Loco?
Google lists Tacos El Loco in the $ price range for mexican restaurants in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for Tacos El Loco?
You can reach Tacos El Loco on +1313-513-3832.
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