Order: The 'TJ' taco or surf & turf $4–7
Pink lucha-mask taquería famous for huge portions and late-night hours. Open past midnight most nights.
We use cookies for essential site functions and, with your permission, for analytics and advertising. California residents can opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information at any time. See our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.
Near Hillcrest
Hillcrest doesn't have a tacos spot worth a special trip. The closest picks locals drive to are Lucha Libre Taco Shop in Mission Hills and City Tacos in North Park + 6 other locations — here's what to order and what you'll pay.
Last updated
Quick answer: Nothing notable in Hillcrest itself — closest picks: Lucha Libre Taco Shop, City Tacos, Oscar's Mexican Seafood.
Pink lucha-mask taquería famous for huge portions and late-night hours. Open past midnight most nights.
Reliable creative gourmet tacos across San Diego, with a strong patio on 30th Street.
The best cheap Baja fish taco in central San Diego. Walk-up with picnic tables, no pretension.
Family-run since 2001, famous for the scallop taco. Full sit-down or takeout on Park Blvd.
Dim, cool taquería + mezcal bar on 30th & Upas. Kitchen stays open late for North Park.
Corn tortillas are the default at serious taquerías — ask for corn if you're handed flour.
Green salsa is almost always spicier than red in San Diego. Test before you pour.
Order 3–4 tacos per person; SD tacos are small on purpose.
Cash speeds up orders at Barrio Logan institutions and most South Bay trucks.
Arrive before 11 AM on weekends at Las Cuatro Milpas and other old-school spots.
From Hillcrest, the shortest hop for tacos is Lucha Libre Taco Shop in Mission Hills — worth combining with other errands in that direction.
Not in Hillcrest itself — nothing there ranks among the county's best tacos. The closest picks are Lucha Libre Taco Shop, City Tacos, Oscar's Mexican Seafood, starting with Lucha Libre Taco Shop in Mission Hills.
Lucha Libre Taco Shop in Mission Hills. Order the The 'TJ' taco or surf & turf, priced $4–7. Pink lucha-mask taquería famous for huge portions and late-night hours. Open past midnight most nights.
Expect $4–7 to $5–7 per person at the closest tacos spots. Prices are current for 2026.
The Sandi Spots Newsletter
New beach finds, hidden taco shops, weekend events, and seasonal guides — once a week from a local. No spam, ever.
One email a week. Unsubscribe anytime.
Published by the Sandi Spots Editorial team at Sleep Coast LLC. Guides combine local perspective and source research. Check the individual guide for firsthand observations and follow official links to confirm current details.