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Tacos Y Birria El Guero is a vibrant Mexican restaurant located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA, that proudly serves up authentic, mouthwatering Mexican flavors reminiscent of traditional family recipes. Renowned for its standout birria dishes, this local gem has quickly become a must-visit spot for both casual diners and devoted taco aficionados.
What truly sets Tacos Y Birria El Guero apart is their iconic Birria Tacos served with a rich, savory consomé, a perfect harmony of succulent, slow-cooked goat or beef drenched in deep, aromatic broth that bursts with flavor with every bite. The Quesabirria is another crave-worthy highlight—oozing with melted cheese and tender birria meat wrapped in freshly pressed tortillas that are perfectly crisped to golden perfection. Beyond these signature dishes, the menu offers a delightful variety including Al Pastor, Enchiladas Michoacanas, Huarache de Birria, Carne Asada Huarache, and the hearty Carnitas Plate, each bursting with authentic Mexican seasoning that instantly transports you south of the border.
The diversity of meats available truly showcases the richness of Mexican culinary heritage, with options like Barbacoa, Tripa, Chorizo, Buche, Lengua, and Suadero, catering to adventurous palates yearning for a genuine taste experience. Don’t miss the Tacos Enchilados and Taco Arabe for a playful twist on classic offerings, while fresh Aguas Frescas like Horchata and Jamaica provide the perfect refreshing counterpart to the bold spices and rich flavors.
Dining here feels like a warm invitation to indulge in tradition with every bite. The atmosphere is casual and lively, capturing the essence of a vibrant taqueria where food is made with passion and shared joyfully. While the space is simple and intimate, the buzz of satisfied diners and the fast, friendly service create an authentic neighborhood feel that keeps guests coming back for more.
Real customer voices reflect the depth of love for this spot. Jessica Lizarraga raves about how the “food is so bomb,” especially praising the quesabirria, while noting the “fast service” and their frequent visits. Armando Avalos appreciates the deliciousness of everything he tried on his first visit, and M S declares it "by far the best Morisqueta in Orange County," highlighting the authentic flavors and flavorful salsas that elevate every dish. Tamara Monzon advises getting there early to beat the midday rush and snag their tender, flavorful birria, and Maria Reyes cherishes the salsa bar offering a spectrum from mild to fiery, making it inclusive for all spice levels. She also points out the humble setting without air conditioning, encouraging visitors to come at cooler times to maximize comfort.
For anyone craving an intensely satisfying, authentic Mexican meal, Tacos Y Birria El Guero delivers an unpretentious, flavor-packed dining experience that celebrates true culinary craftsmanship. Its dedication to quality ingredients, traditional recipes, and vibrant flavors ensures every bite is a celebration of Mexican heritage right here in Santa Ana.
The food is so bomb, my boyfriend loves the quesabirria they’re birria is amazing, service is fast, we come all the time! Insta: jessicamliz Tune into the podcast to keep up with my adventures it’s free! Ersatz Era Podcast
I've only tried it once but everything I had was delicious.
They have by far the best Morisqueta out of all the places I have tried in Orange County! Their food is delicious, and the salsas too! However, I would encourage them to serve the cheese in cubes instead of sprinkled on top. Mexican food with a very authentic taste.
Love their Birria it has great flavor and tender meat. Head over early because they usually run out by noon. If you like potato taquitos I would grab an order, you won't be disappointed. Enjoy.
Food here is amazing the one thing I love is the salsa bar so if you dont eat spicy or you eat fire salsa they got you, I like the tacos the asada plate is more cecina than steak meat but you get ALOT easy for two people so far everything I've had here has not disappointed. Another thing they dont have AC so come early or late in the day when it's not so hot or you will suffocate.
Tacos y Birria el Guero is a low-key taqueria sharing a parking lot with a nail spa in Santa Ana. I love their "Asada Taco." Like most carne asada street-style tacos, it features thinly-sliced marinated beef mixed with chopped onions and cilantro deposited into back-to-back double corn tortillas. For as much as I believe typical carne asada to be a grossly overrated taco filling, this is the good stuff, the Hennessy XO of carne asada. It is tender and juicy, yet the ultra-thin slicing helps maximize the surface area that is browned and seasoned. There is a smooth and tasty avocado-chile salsa at the salsa bar that this taco wears perfectly. The "Birria de Res Taco" is also quite fantastic. This taco features juicy braised beef rib meat pervaded with small luscious specks of salty fat. The birria is lightly spiced but pleasantly fragrant -- there is a touch of cinnamon that I caught a faint whiff of as my face approached the taco, but not enough for my tastebuds to notice unless I was looking for it; the guajillo broth is not heavy or dark at all compared to the birria de res I've grown accustomed to in San Diego. I drizzled some of the Salsa de Aceite (spicy chile oil) onto this taco and it dialed up the intensity and heat of the birria considerably. That stuff is magic!
Amazing food, birria is great. But the tortas are so good also. Provecho!,,,