Taqueria Runcon Alteño
Mexican · Carpinteria
About Taqueria Runcon Alteño
Located in Carpinteria, Taqueria Runcon Alteño offers authentic Mexican cuisine with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the exceptional quality of their crispy tacos, which feature tender meat rather than hard shells, alongside hearty burritos packed with flavorful ingredien...
Located in Carpinteria, Taqueria Runcon Alteño offers authentic Mexican cuisine with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests consistently praise the exceptional quality of their crispy tacos, which feature tender meat rather than hard shells, alongside hearty burritos packed with flavorful ingredients. The menu highlights include delicious quesadillas and signature breakfast options that are beloved by regular visitors. Service is noted for its speed and friendliness, ensuring a pleasant dining experience whether guests are grabbing a quick lunch or enjoying a leisurely meal. The restaurant maintains an accessible environment with ample parking and seating, while accepting cash payments to preserve their traditional style. This local favorite remains a reliable stop for travelers seeking genuine flavors and outstanding hospitality along the coast.
What Customers Say About Taqueria Runcon Alteño
Taqueria Runcon Alteño is a popular spot in Carpinteria, known for its authentic Mexican food, especially the crispy tacos and breakfast burritos. Customers rave about the flavor and quality, though some dislike the cash-only policy and inconsistent portion sizes.
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Tip: Remember to bring cash, as they don't accept cards. The crispy tacos and breakfast burritos are highly recommended.
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Taqueria Runcon Alteño Carpinteria Reviews
We try pastor, buche, tripas, lengua, and everything was amazing the flavor was really good and the size of the tacos was good, my favorite meet was tripas it was crunchy and cooked to perfection it remained me to D.F tacos. The salsa was good I will say not spacy even tho I ask for the spicy one. The workers were nice and the place was very clean
Have to say I've eaten a lot of Mexican food restaurants in my life this is by far one of the best very aesthetic the burritos actually had meat in it I mean a lot of me too the food has always been top notch for a small little place they don't take anything but cash only downfall
Awesome place to get delicious Mexican food! The food is incredible, especially the Crispy tacos, the service is great, and the atmosphere is simple! I would definitely recommend this place!
Great meal for mexican food
Traveling around and decided to give this place a go. Ordered the super burrito. It was exactly what I wanted, authentic, full of flavor, and fulfilling. I'll be going back during my stay, but If I lived here, I'd be there every night. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We live locally and love the chicken crispy tacos!! 😋 They are so delicious and we really like their tomatillo salsa!
This place never disappoints!! Best chorizo on the central coast!! Super burrito is the ticket. Or tacos. Or the Torta. It’s ALL good!!
Great Mexican place to have breakfast! Loved the Breakfast Quesadillas!
10/10. I always stop here when I’m in Carp. Such an amazing burrito it goes off with the flavors. Don’t forget cash or you will not get to enjoy this
Awesome place to get delicious Mexican food! The food is incredible, especially the Crispy tacos, the service is great, and the atmosphere is simple! I would definitely recommend this place!
Have to say I've eaten a lot of Mexican food restaurants in my life this is by far one of the best very aesthetic the burritos actually had meat in it I mean a lot of me too the food has always been top notch for a small little place they don't take anything but cash only downfall
Great meal for mexican food
Traveling around and decided to give this place a go. Ordered the super burrito. It was exactly what I wanted, authentic, full of flavor, and fulfilling. I'll be going back during my stay, but If I lived here, I'd be there every night. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We live locally and love the chicken crispy tacos!! 😋 They are so delicious and we really like their tomatillo salsa!
10/10. I always stop here when I’m in Carp. Such an amazing burrito it goes off with the flavors. Don’t forget cash or you will not get to enjoy this
This place never disappoints!! Best chorizo on the central coast!! Super burrito is the ticket. Or tacos. Or the Torta. It’s ALL good!!
Great Mexican place to have breakfast! Loved the Breakfast Quesadillas!
I try to treat myself once a week to their breakfast burrito because it is that good. The burritos here always hit the mark. The green salsa on the side takes it to another level. Just a heads up, bring cash because they do not take cards. This place has become a regular stop for me.
The best crunchy tacos 🌮 ever the meat is perfect , quesadillas are really good, they only take cash 💸 restroom available, only few tables are available but It has never been crowded.. They closed at 7,15 pm I wish they close like an hour later. But this is the place we'll go eat when we are in the area, delicious 😋
We stopped for lunch while driving up the coast. The tacos and burrito were served hot and were super tasty. The crispy tacos are not the hard corn shell you might expect. They were much better. The service was super friendly and helpful. The place was very clean. I would definitely stop here again. Just be sure to bring cash.
THE BEST DEEP FRIED TACOS EVER! I THOUGHT $5 WAS A LITTLE TOO MUCH BUT THEY R WORTH IT. PLUS LIKE ME THEY DON'T LIKE THE IRS EITHER. 👍
Their bean and cheese burrito is LEGIT! Their crispy tacos are EXTRA legit! We always stop here when we travel up to SLO and beyond. 10/10 recommend this place. Just don’t forget to bring cash! Their pastor is so good, mouthwatering thinking about it now!
I try to treat myself once a week to their breakfast burrito because it is that good. The burritos here always hit the mark. The green salsa on the side takes it to another level. Just a heads up, bring cash because they do not take cards. This place has become a regular stop for me.
Really good sausage breakfast burrito! Will definitely be back.
We stopped for lunch while driving up the coast. The tacos and burrito were served hot and were super tasty. The crispy tacos are not the hard corn shell you might expect. They were much better. The service was super friendly and helpful. The place was very clean. I would definitely stop here again. Just be sure to bring cash.
THE BEST DEEP FRIED TACOS EVER! I THOUGHT $5 WAS A LITTLE TOO MUCH BUT THEY R WORTH IT. PLUS LIKE ME THEY DON'T LIKE THE IRS EITHER. 👍
The best crunchy tacos 🌮 ever the meat is perfect , quesadillas are really good, they only take cash 💸 restroom available, only few tables are available but It has never been crowded.. They closed at 7,15 pm I wish they close like an hour later. But this is the place we'll go eat when we are in the area, delicious 😋
Their bean and cheese burrito is LEGIT! Their crispy tacos are EXTRA legit! We always stop here when we travel up to SLO and beyond. 10/10 recommend this place. Just don’t forget to bring cash! Their pastor is so good, mouthwatering thinking about it now!
Best burrito I have tried in Carpinteria so far. Flavorful salsa and guacamole too
Best burrito I have tried in Carpinteria so far. Flavorful salsa and guacamole too
Unfortunately, this place only takes cash! No Zelle, CashApp etc. Not very customer friendly when I have to pay an extra $3.50 just to use the ATM next door. But whatever! I was hoping the food would be worth it. Was it good? Yes! The food was good but for the portion size, I definitely would reconsider before coming back. Almost $5 for each of these tacos. I give it a solid 3 stars simply for the taste alone.
Cash only. $4 dolar small tacos + taxes
Unfortunately, this place only takes cash! No Zelle, CashApp etc. Not very customer friendly when I have to pay an extra $3.50 just to use the ATM next door. But whatever! I was hoping the food would be worth it. Was it good? Yes! The food was good but for the portion size, I definitely would reconsider before coming back. Almost $5 for each of these tacos. I give it a solid 3 stars simply for the taste alone.
Cash only. $4 dolar small tacos + taxes
I drove from Los Angeles for these tacos. This is a CASH ONLY business. Crispy carne asada (beef) taco is delicious. They do lack meat. Tacos de tripa (tripe) the green sauce on top was delicious & not spicy. The tripe could have been better. I was disappointed. The service was absolutely awful. The restrooms were not clean.
I drove from Los Angeles for these tacos. This is a CASH ONLY business. Crispy carne asada (beef) taco is delicious. They do lack meat. Tacos de tripa (tripe) the green sauce on top was delicious & not spicy. The tripe could have been better. I was disappointed. The service was absolutely awful. The restrooms were not clean.
Ordered 4 tacos for $19 they were cold and bland tortillas weren’t even cooked all the way. Terrible. Instant regret.
I got the crispy Asada Tacos, and they are trash, and they are Unseasoned, And the Salsa was Bland too, and the service was rushed. And how do you give me a taco with just lettuce on it? Some of us like to actially taste food when we eat it. And the Horchata wasn't made from scratch it was obviously Horchata mix and water. Never again. Not for 20+dollars.
Ordered 4 tacos for $19 they were cold and bland tortillas weren’t even cooked all the way. Terrible. Instant regret.
Just need to have cash ...! That's why my rate , all this place need to have debit card accepted
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