In Spokane, a great taco isn’t just about flavor—it’s about that warm, enveloping feeling you get when you step into a place that feels like a culinary hug. Whether you’re chasing comfort on a chilly day or simply craving that cozy satisfaction, these ten spots deliver tacos that wrap you in pure, delicious warmth.
Cochinito
$ | (509) 474-9618 | WEBSITE
This Spokane taqueria is one of the few spots to devour birria tacos and Katrina bowls with pork and black beans at 2pm on a random Tuesday. There’s a constant modern, laid-back vibe in the space that’ll make you want to linger over your meal, and/or grab another agua fresca. Fast service and a cool-decorated room that looks like a contemporary urban eatery are also why Cochinito will be your new go-to quick but satisfying spot.
Uno Más Tacos & Tequila
$ | (509) 960-7989 | WEBSITE
Uno Más is a Spokane Valley legend, and one where you’ll always feel satisfied sitting under the generous shade of their great outdoor setup. This taco shop has huge portions, like the 509 burrito and loaded fries, and enough fresh ingredients and awesome flavors to make a hungry local go feral.
You won’t feel out of place in a comfortable t-shirt or shoes that have seen a few hikes, which is another reason to keep this spot in mind for long lunches when you’re craving excellent food or when you want leftovers to take home.
Dos Gordos Tacos & Tequila
$$ | (509) 508-3585 | WEBSITE
Yes, the atmosphere at Dos Gordos is technically lively, but it’s still one of the friendliest spots in town. The Mexican restaurant makes a meal feel like home, with warm lighting, clean decor, and a welcoming vibe that keeps the space feeling like a celebration. So even if you do have to bring the kids, it’s easy to get comfortable. Street tacos, steak nachos, and spicy margaritas are exactly what you’ll want while you pretend to watch whatever game is on the TV.
De Leon’s Taco & Bar #2 GU
$ | (509) 863-9591 | WEBSITE
De Leon’s Taco & Bar #2 GU radiates a perpetually festive warmth thanks to its vibrant papel picado banners, twinkling string lights, and the sizzling griddle, which is probably the closest thing you can get to a bustling Mexican mercado. The Spokane spot also tempts you to stay awhile with its generous pours of mojitos, and excellent tacos that somehow taste better while you’re tapping your foot along to the lively mariachi tunes.
Settle in with your whole crew at their spacious wooden tables, and round out the feast with one of their ridiculously cheesy jalapeno popper platters.
Los Habaneros
$ | (509) 315-9001 | WEBSITE
This Spokane gem has so much authentic flavor you’ll want to book a table for tomorrow, effective immediately. A sizzle crackles from the grill behind the counter. The whole place is decked out in vibrant Mexican colors, and there are even papel picado banners (and cozy booths) in the dining area up front.
The phenomenal Mexican food goes perfectly with the space—think a steaming birria taco oozing with consommé, street tacos with perfectly grilled tortillas, and queso birria tacos with rich, flavorful meat.
Taco Vado
$ | (509) 290-6221 | WEBSITE
The dining space at Taco Vado is compact charm, to put it mildly. It’s also inviting. The small wooden tables are broken in like a favorite pair of jeans. The colorful murals, string lights, and counter full of fresh ingredients make you feel like you’re in a Mexican mercado that stopped by a cozy neighborhood spot. And things like the Barbacoa Burrito, cebollita slaw, and tres leches cake are the food equivalent of getting wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Garland Drinkery
$ | (509) 290-5245 | WEBSITE
When you’re craving tacos but also want a place where you can belt out your favorite songs without judgment, head to Garland Drinkery. This welcoming bar in Spokane has tables and bar seats scattered throughout the cozy space, so expect to share laughs with the friendly crowd. This spot excels at the kind of laid-back fun you’d want on a Friday night or if you were celebrating with friends—delicious tacos from Angie’s truck, seasonal cocktails, karaoke sessions, patio games, and more.
Burrito House
$ | (509) 474-0084 | WEBSITE
We like grabbing our order and heading straight to the car with Burrito House. Especially if the flavorful salsas and $14 breakfast burritos keep calling our name. The burrito spot in Spokane is our favorite authentic place in the city to eat Mexican. That’s because of bright, welcoming counter lights, and fantastic burritos that’ll make you forget it’s just a quick stop. The hearty chorizo breakfast burrito is always a hit, as is the carne asada with red salsa piled on top.
Tacos El Sol
$ | (509) 216-2554 | WEBSITE
A flavor explosion from a perfectly assembled street taco is one way to get the festive energies flowing. But not all Mexican spots have celebration built in like Tacos El Sol. The Spokane taqueria is about the size of a family dining room and always has the music turned up just right. It’s the ideal setting for nights when being under-whelmed in any form is out of the question.
Get your customizable tacos loaded from the salsa bar and consider ordering the chocoflan later to keep the cheerfulness going.
De Leon’s Taco & Bar #3
$ | (509) 381-5540 | WEBSITE
This Mexican spot in Spokane is the closest you’ll get to a fiesta without having to cross the border. There are margarita flights, of course. And the colorful booths are perfect for sipping those drinks and feeling glad you’re not somewhere bland. It’s also spacious inside, with plenty of tables and convenient parking. And everything smells like the meal you’d want after a long day, thanks to the chicken fajitas and birria tacos sizzling away.
The six-taco sampler, especially the Pollo and Pork Colorado, is a must-try. Overall, it’s a pleasant place with friendly staff and the best Mexican food in town.