Tire Shop Taqueria

This South L.A. institution slings Tijuana-style tacos absolutely dripping with avocado salsa—and now, you can also find the same excellent tacos at Tire Shop’s sibling spot, Tacos Los Poblanos, further down Avalon Boulevard. Like most Tijuana-style taco joints, Tire Shop and Los Poblanos keep it simple with six different mesquite-grilled meats that derive flavor and texture from the smoky char. I particularly enjoy the carne asada and al pastor here. The kicker? Tortillas are made to order, then folded into little paper-wrapped cones that ooze the creamy green salsa out of one end. Of course I’m also partial to the freshly grilled chorizo and the complimentary charred onions and peppers, and the massive mulitas and, well, everything. Make your way through the line, grab your plate and take a seat at one of the large plastic tables.