After the best tacos in Riyadh? You don’t need to wait for Taco Tuesday. (Although, we always recommend marking the occasion.) The Mexican dish is perfect for any day or the week and even at all hours of the day. Breakfast tacos? Yes, please. Lunch and dinner? Definitely. For a snack? Sure.
Looking for that extra crunch? Get your taco in a hard shell, or enjoy the moreish flavours and textures of a soft shell taco. You might even come across taco spots in Riyadh with both shells. There are a variety of drool-worthy options to choose from in the Saudi capital, from traditional tacos to innovative fusion bites. Here are the places for the best tacos in Riyadh.
Agus
Asian fusion eatery Agus is a cosy spot located on Tahlia Street. While specialised in Japanese and Chinese cuisines, Agus has added its own special twist on tacos. Offering a selection of Asian-infused flavours, the Agus taco can be ordered with beef, chicken, shrimp or crab. If you haven’t tried it yet, you just might want to.
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Open daily, noon-11pm. Tahlia Street, instagram.com/agus_restaurant.
Amigos
One of the oldest Mexican restaurants in Riyadh, Amigos is a classic spot that many locals hold dear to their hearts. The Al Barud eatery is filled with a bunch of Mexican hits including some of the best tacos in Riyadh. Grab yourself a taco or two with a side of beans or Mexican rice.
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Open Sat-Thu 11am-2am, Fri 1pm-2am. Al Barud, Salahuddin.
Don Ruben’s Mexican Restaurant
A popular spot for some of the best tacos in Riyadh is Don Ruben’s. Located in the Diplomatic Quarter, the eatery can be found nestled within the nooks and crannies of the beautifully developed architectural DQ walkways. Enjoy an array of taco filling options like beef, chicken, grilled steak and more. Served as pieces of three, these tacos with have you feeling stuffed, but craving more.
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Open Sun-Wed noon-9pm, Thu noon-10.30pm, Fri 2pm-10.30pm. Sat (closed). Al Safarat, Al Ain Street, instagram.com/donrubens.sa.
Holá Tacos
Say “hola” to some of the best tacos in Riyadh. Holá Tacos has no shortage of options. From soft-shell tacos filled with dynamite shrimp to chicken to hard-shell tacos with beef filling, the takeaway spot will have you crunchy on halfmoons back to back. Feeling something sweet? Make room for the Holá churros featuring mini churros with sauce and cinnamon-sugar.
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Jahez, The Chefz, HungerStation, ToYou, Careem, Shgardi (delivery). instagram.com/holatacos.sa.
Mexika
If you’re looking for the authentic tastes of Mexico, Mexika aims to deliver. The Northern Ring Road spot is a top option to bite into the best tacos in Riyadh. Customise your tacos to whoever you like with the do-it-yourself process: select your taco and add your fillings and toppings of choice. You can also try out a fully packed nacho bowl or perfectly messy burrito wrap.
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Open daily, 11am-2.30am. Square, Exit 5, Northern Ring Road, Al Ghadir, instagram.com/mexika.sa.
Tokyo
You probably don’t expect to find one of the best tacos in Riyadh at a Japanese restaurant, but this city is full of great surprises. Tokyo has taken the idea of what a classic taco should be and turned it into an exquisite taco-inspiration with a Japanese twist. Order the crunchy mini taco shells filled with prawns or wagyu beef.
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Open daily, 12.30pm-midnight. Al Urubah Rd, instagram.com/tokyo_arabia.
WabiSabi
Going plant-based or want to cut down on your meat consumption? Here’s your vegan taco spot. Enjoy homemade, gluten-free soft-shell tacos with mushroom and soy-based vegan chicken drizzled with lime and chili sauce. Dine in or enjoy your tacos for takeaway.
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Open daily, 9.30am-11.30pm. As Sulimaniyah, instagram.com/wabisabiksa.
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