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La Calaca Loca

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About La Calaca Loca

La Calaca Loca is a Mexican restaurant in Oakland, CA. Rated 4.2 out of 5 by guests. Check the opening hours and menu for the latest availability.

What Customers Say About La Calaca Loca

La Calaca Loca is a festive, well-decorated Mexican restaurant known for its delicious tacos and burritos. The shrimp and fish tacos are highly praised, along with the friendly and accommodating staff, especially Kevin. Some found it a bit pricey.

Popular Dishes

shrimp tacos (5) fish tacos (4) Grilled Pescado Taco Especial burritos quesadilla nachos cheese enchilada plate horchata

Best For

Locals Quick Bite Casual Families

Tip: Try the shrimp or fish tacos, which are frequently mentioned as favorites. The staff is very accommodating to allergies.

Features

🌳 Outdoor 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Idora Park
A 514m

Idora Park

parque de atracciones

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North Oakland Recreation Center
A 721m

North Oakland Recreation Center

parque

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Bushrod Park
A 890m

Bushrod Park

parque

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Bushrod Park
A 899m

Bushrod Park

parque

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Explore the area around La Calaca Loca

La Calaca Loca is located in Oakland, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Parks & Gardens

  • Idora Park (A 514m) — defunct amusement park
  • North Oakland Recreation Center (A 721m) — park in Alameda County, California, United States of America
  • Bushrod Park (A 890m) — human settlement in Oakland, California, United States of America
  • Bushrod Park (A 899m) — park in Alameda County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about La Calaca Loca

La Calaca Loca is located at 5199 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, Oakland.
Near La Calaca Loca you can find points of interest such as Idora Park, North Oakland Recreation Center, Bushrod Park, Bushrod Park.
La Calaca Loca offers mexican cuisine.
La Calaca Loca has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
La Calaca Loca offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at La Calaca Loca based on customer reviews are: shrimp tacos, fish tacos, Grilled Pescado Taco Especial, burritos, quesadilla.
La Calaca Loca is ideal for locals, quick bites, casual dining, families.
La Calaca Loca is a festive, well-decorated Mexican restaurant known for its delicious tacos and burritos. The shrimp and fish tacos are highly praised, along with the friendly and accommodating staff, especially Kevin. Some found it a bit pricey.
Try the shrimp or fish tacos, which are frequently mentioned as favorites. The staff is very accommodating to allergies.
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La Calaca Loca Oakland Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Steve Trutane

Crazy good food at Oakland’s Crazy Skeleton taqueria. Grilled pescado burrito did not disappoint, along with super thick homemade chips & salsa. Server said fish was mahi mahi - very good! Colorful & interesting skeleton-themed decor, too.

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Ariel Jensen

La Calaca Loca is a small, festive restaurant with fast service, delicious food, & a fun name to say! My husband and I ordered the cheese enchilada plate which included rice & beans; as well as the vegetarian burrito. Both dishes tasted so good & the portion sizes were big. There were many sauces to choose from and we sampled some of each. We enjoyed our experience here & have already recommended it to friends.

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Jerie Fletcher

OMG!!! The Grilled Pescado Taco Especial was amazing!! All the great marinated flavors on the Fish. The fresh veggies, cabbage, guacamole. Onion...so delicious The Service was excellent they so friendly and helpful. I ordered 2 tacos. But one will be going how because they are very filling . So good!@

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Rhonda Kay

The Shrimp and the Grilled Pescador Tacos Calaco especial were delicious! The ingredients in the Shrimp Taco were so fresh and tasty that it almost didn't need the Shrimp. Cheese Enchilada plate was delicious also and that melted cheese on top was a delightful treat. I will go back again...

モーリーの召使い

We just ate here for the first time and OMG, the shrimp taco was delicious & hit the spot! They do not skimp on ingredients, one was absolutely perfect. The fresh pico de gallo & chips were yummy with a choice of hot sauces at the table. Everything tasted so fresh! While all the hot sauces were good, I really liked the spicy. No overpowering vinegar taste, heat & flavor! Yum!! My spouse had the shrimp burrito & I didn’t hear a peep out of him, too busy eating. They also have Mexican Coke, which is so much tastier than American. There is plenty of seating indoors & outside, the decor is gorgeous & the staff wonderful. We will definitely be returning!!

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F M

Friendly staff, delicious food, portions are a good size for the price.

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Zaira Sanchez

I ordered their nachos and they were on point! Every time I go, the cook with the hat always makes the really good!

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Ray

Very cute and well decorated Mexican place to eat Small 10 spot parking lot, but also street parking Large portions for burritos - DELICIOUS Variety of drinking options alcoholic and non Quick wait for food - we did come around 1pm Friendly staff, very willing to answer questions Small dessert specials Lots of decorations and lights, comforting atmosphere Guacamole and other condiments proved via squeeze bottle, never seen that before but it was fun! To go and take out options Easy to read menu Expensive, but average priced given the location and quality :) TV in the back for news etc Bathrooms provided

Ariel Jensen
Ariel Jensen

La Calaca Loca is a small, festive restaurant with fast service, delicious food, & a fun name to say! My husband and I ordered the cheese enchilada plate which included rice & beans; as well as the vegetarian burrito. Both dishes tasted so good & the portion sizes were big. There were many sauces to choose from and we sampled some of each. We enjoyed our experience here & have already recommended it to friends.

Jerie Fletcher
Jerie Fletcher

OMG!!! The Grilled Pescado Taco Especial was amazing!! All the great marinated flavors on the Fish. The fresh veggies, cabbage, guacamole. Onion...so delicious The Service was excellent they so friendly and helpful. I ordered 2 tacos. But one will be going how because they are very filling . So good!@

F M
F M

Friendly staff, delicious food, portions are a good size for the price.

Rhonda Kay
Rhonda Kay

The Shrimp and the Grilled Pescador Tacos Calaco especial were delicious! The ingredients in the Shrimp Taco were so fresh and tasty that it almost didn't need the Shrimp. Cheese Enchilada plate was delicious also and that melted cheese on top was a delightful treat. I will go back again...

モーリーの召使い
モーリーの召使い

We just ate here for the first time and OMG, the shrimp taco was delicious & hit the spot! They do not skimp on ingredients, one was absolutely perfect. The fresh pico de gallo & chips were yummy with a choice of hot sauces at the table. Everything tasted so fresh! While all the hot sauces were good, I really liked the spicy. No overpowering vinegar taste, heat & flavor! Yum!! My spouse had the shrimp burrito & I didn’t hear a peep out of him, too busy eating. They also have Mexican Coke, which is so much tastier than American. There is plenty of seating indoors & outside, the decor is gorgeous & the staff wonderful. We will definitely be returning!!

Zaira Sanchez
Zaira Sanchez

I ordered their nachos and they were on point! Every time I go, the cook with the hat always makes the really good!

Ray
Ray

Very cute and well decorated Mexican place to eat Small 10 spot parking lot, but also street parking Large portions for burritos - DELICIOUS Variety of drinking options alcoholic and non Quick wait for food - we did come around 1pm Friendly staff, very willing to answer questions Small dessert specials Lots of decorations and lights, comforting atmosphere Guacamole and other condiments proved via squeeze bottle, never seen that before but it was fun! To go and take out options Easy to read menu Expensive, but average priced given the location and quality :) TV in the back for news etc Bathrooms provided

Steve Trutane
Steve Trutane

Crazy good food at Oakland’s Crazy Skeleton taqueria. Grilled pescado burrito did not disappoint, along with super thick homemade chips & salsa. Server said fish was mahi mahi - very good! Colorful & interesting skeleton-themed decor, too.

G
Giovanna Tanzillo

I normally do not post reviews but felt compelled to leave a review for La Calaca Loca. I am an older woman who considers herself a “foodie” I absolutely LOVE the food at this restaurant. EVERYTHING is delicious! The vegetarian tacos are so good, I think of them all the time. The grilled fish and shrimp tacos are addictive, the enchiladas are so delicious, as is their tortilla soup. My family who have always been surrounded by good food, love this place. This restaurant has great breakfasts and and a lot of other Mexican specialties on their menu. I would encourage everyone to just try it once to see if it becomes one of your favorites. The owner and the entire staff are all wonderful, please stop by and tell them Giovanna sent you.

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Chay & Krissy

First I would like to say the customer service is above and beyond. The atmosphere is great. It's warm and inviting. The food is AMAZING. I took one bite of the fish taco and decided that I was coming back again. When the food is that good you have to try it. The food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend you try it

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Renee LaVallee McKenna, MA, CCH

The best surf and turf burrito ever. It’s not on the menu, but I have them put shrimp in a Carne Asada burrito loca especial. Amazing! Fun decor, friendly staff. My go to burrito spot.

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Memo

They have the best shrimp and fish tacos. The staff there are amazing human beings, they are very kind and helpful...and the owner's generosity is impressive. Thank you for the pineapple water my good friend....🙏🏽

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Lena Liu

Love the shrimp tacos. They make the best tacos!!! Burritos are excellent as well. Can't wait to come back.

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latrice johnson

The fish tacos are the best....I plan on coming every 2 weeks for a meal..and the staff are amazing

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M

One of the best taquerias in Oakland. Their horchata is sooo good and I usually order a quesadilla there meat has so much flavor ! Man oh man there tortilla chips always taste so fresh. Lightly salted to perfection. Definitely should give them a try !

Lena Liu
Lena Liu

Love the shrimp tacos. They make the best tacos!!! Burritos are excellent as well. Can't wait to come back.

Renee LaVallee McKenna, MA, CCH
Renee LaVallee McKenna, MA, CCH

The best surf and turf burrito ever. It’s not on the menu, but I have them put shrimp in a Carne Asada burrito loca especial. Amazing! Fun decor, friendly staff. My go to burrito spot.

latrice johnson
latrice johnson

The fish tacos are the best....I plan on coming every 2 weeks for a meal..and the staff are amazing

Chay & Krissy
Chay & Krissy

First I would like to say the customer service is above and beyond. The atmosphere is great. It's warm and inviting. The food is AMAZING. I took one bite of the fish taco and decided that I was coming back again. When the food is that good you have to try it. The food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend you try it

Memo
Memo

They have the best shrimp and fish tacos. The staff there are amazing human beings, they are very kind and helpful...and the owner's generosity is impressive. Thank you for the pineapple water my good friend....🙏🏽

M
M

One of the best taquerias in Oakland. Their horchata is sooo good and I usually order a quesadilla there meat has so much flavor ! Man oh man there tortilla chips always taste so fresh. Lightly salted to perfection. Definitely should give them a try !

Cynna Jackson
Cynna Jackson

Fantastic experience here at La Calaca Loca Taqueria. I have a serious allergy to raw onions and Kevin was awesome, making my taco salad himself. The lettuce/onions/tomatoes is pre-mixed so he made my salad with these ingredients he chopped himself. I am so appreciative bc it's so difficult to find a great Mexican place that will happily accommodate me. A MUST stop!

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Joe Turner

Great food. Now have to eat through entire menu. Fish tacos? Al pastor? elote was **great**. Was. Long gone.

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Jeff T

To have a great burrito, you need perfectly grilled/fried tortillas. And the quality of ingredients is great. Had a fish taco with plenty of fish. Little dry though. Fun little place in a little Plaza.

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Donald Macleay

Great little Mexican place. Good service. Accomodating cooks. Only bad marks? Cilantro in everything guac or salsa. They swapped out tomatoes and avacados, but that is not the same.

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francis montgomery

Grilled mushrooms and onions quesadilla best dish ever. The comforting melted cheese paired with the earthy mushrooms knocks it out of the park. They've made a very festive space brightly decorated. Staff is warm, accommodating. Parking seems to be always available, family friendly spot.

Joe Turner
Joe Turner

Great food. Now have to eat through entire menu. Fish tacos? Al pastor? elote was **great**. Was. Long gone.

Jeff T
Jeff T

To have a great burrito, you need perfectly grilled/fried tortillas. And the quality of ingredients is great. Had a fish taco with plenty of fish. Little dry though. Fun little place in a little Plaza.

Donald Macleay
Donald Macleay

Great little Mexican place. Good service. Accomodating cooks. Only bad marks? Cilantro in everything guac or salsa. They swapped out tomatoes and avacados, but that is not the same.

francis montgomery
francis montgomery

Grilled mushrooms and onions quesadilla best dish ever. The comforting melted cheese paired with the earthy mushrooms knocks it out of the park. They've made a very festive space brightly decorated. Staff is warm, accommodating. Parking seems to be always available, family friendly spot.

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Alex Hernandez

I ordered two steak quesadillas with the veggies on the side.. but they gave me the veggies inside, and the meat on the side 🙄🙄 paid around $36 bucks for it.. honestly, it felt pretty expense just for two plain quesadillas 😒 and the veggies were just tomato and onion 🤨

Alex Hernandez
Alex Hernandez

I ordered two steak quesadillas with the veggies on the side.. but they gave me the veggies inside, and the meat on the side 🙄🙄 paid around $36 bucks for it.. honestly, it felt pretty expense just for two plain quesadillas 😒 and the veggies were just tomato and onion 🤨

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🥞 Breakfast
🥐 Brunch
🍽️ Lunch
🍾 Dinner
Coffee
🍰 Desserts
🥗 Vegetarian Options
🌱 Vegan Options
🥡 Takeout
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🕐 Hours Today
10:30AM-9PM
Rating
4.2/5
💬 Reviews
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📞 Phone
+1 510-601-8226
🌐 Website
lacalacaloca.net
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🅿️ Parking
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Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
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Idora Park

defunct amusement park

A 514m
North Oakland Recreation Center

park in Alameda County, California, United States of America

A 721m
Bushrod Park

human settlement in Oakland, California, United States of America

A 890m
Bushrod Park

park in Alameda County, California, United States of America

A 899m
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