Tacos del Norte Penticton
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🌮 Tacos del Norte brings a little taste of Jalisco to a tucked-away corner of downtown Penticton.
This tiny Backstreet Boulevard taco shack keeps things traditional with Mexican street tacos piled with Carnitas, Carne Asada, Pollo, Chorizo and Birria, then brightened up with fresh-made pico, salsa verde and a pineapple salsa that has fans of its own. The recipes trace back to the owner’s Mexican family, and customers who know their tacos regularly compare them to ones they’ve eaten south of the border. Grab a few different tacos, add some elotes and settle onto the sunny patio with a cold drink. Small, colourful and a little hidden just off Main Street, Tacos del Norte feels exactly like the kind of taco joint you hope to stumble across on a summer day in Penticton.
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🍽️ Tacos del Norte Menu
⭐ Tacos del Norte is known for Carnitas Tacos and Carne Asada Tacos.
🌮 Tacos
Authentic Mexican tacos served on soft corn tortillas with your choice of meat and salsa.
Pollo Taco
Slow-roasted and seared chicken with a touch of heat, served in a corn tortilla with your choice of salsa.
Chorizo Taco
Traditionally seasoned Mexican pork sausage served in a corn tortilla with your choice of salsa.
Carnitas Taco
Juicy pulled pork marinated in a citrus glaze with cumin and Mexican oregano, slow-roasted for over 12 hours and served in a corn tortilla with your choice of salsa.
Asada Taco
Locally raised AAA beef, thinly cubed and seasoned with salt and pepper, served in a corn tortilla with your choice of salsa.
Veggie Taco
A meat-free taco served in a corn tortilla with your choice of salsa.
🧀 Quesadillas
Homemade corn tortillas filled with melted cheese, with optional sautéed onions, green peppers and red peppers, served with your choice of salsa.
Traditional Quesadilla
Four 4-inch soft corn tortillas filled with melted cheese.
🌽 Elotes
Traditional Mexican street corn with bold, savoury flavours.
Elotes, Traditional Style Street Corn
Corn on the cob topped with cheese, chilli, lime and street sauce.
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🌶️ Salsa Choices
Fresh salsas for adding extra flavour and texture to tacos and quesadillas.
Pico de Gallo
Fresh tomatoes, cilantro, onion and a hint of jalapeño.
Traditional
Diced white onions and fresh cilantro for a classic, crunchy taco topping.
Salsa de Piña
Ripe pineapple, cilantro, onion and a hint of jalapeño for a sweet and savoury tropical salsa.
Add Salsa
Add an extra serving of salsa to your order.
🥤 Soft Drinks
A selection of classic soft drinks and bottled water.
Coca-Cola
Classic Coca-Cola.
Diet Coke
Diet Coca-Cola.
Ginger Ale
Classic ginger ale.
Bottled Water
Chilled bottled water.
🍹 Jarritos
🍺 Imported Beer
A selection of imported Mexican beer.
Pacifico
Mexican lager.
Corona
Mexican lager.
Corona Sunbrew
Non-alcoholic Mexican-style beer.
Sol
Mexican lager.
🍸 Margaritas
Classic Mexican-inspired cocktails.
Lime Margarita
A classic lime margarita. 2 oz.
⭐ Tacos del Norte Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Carnitas Tacos
The strongest customer favourite, with diners repeatedly praising the slow-roasted pork for being juicy, tender and packed with flavour.
Carne Asada Tacos
Another go-to choice, loaded with beef and frequently recommended by customers who return specifically for the tacos.
Birria Tacos
A particularly strong recent favourite, with multiple customers calling the birria amazing or unreal.
Brisket Tacos
A standout whenever they're available, with longtime customers describing the smoked brisket as some of the best food Tacos del Norte serves.
Pollo Tacos
The chicken earns plenty of loyal fans, especially when paired with the restaurant's fresh house-made salsas.
Chorizo Tacos
A flavourful favourite that customers enjoy on its own or as part of a mixed taco order.
Pineapple Salsa
The fresh pineapple salsa has developed a following of its own, particularly when paired with the Carnitas Tacos.
Pico de Gallo
Made fresh daily, the pico earns unusually enthusiastic praise, including customers buying extra to take home.
Salsa Verde
Customers regularly single out the green salsa for its fresh, bright flavour alongside Asada and Chorizo Tacos.
Elotes
The Mexican-style corn is a popular side, with customers describing it as a highlight alongside the tacos.
🍽️ Dining Experience
Jalisco-Inspired Street Food
Tacos del Norte brings the flavours of Jalisco, Mexico to Penticton through traditional street-style tacos, fresh salsas and simple preparations.
Tiny Taco Shack
This is an unpretentious little taqueria rather than a sprawling Mexican restaurant, giving it the feel of a tucked-away street-food find.
Fresh Every Day
The restaurant prepares its food fresh daily and sometimes sells out of popular meats rather than replacing them with lower-quality substitutes.
Traditional Street Tacos
The tacos follow the smaller Mexican street-taco style and are designed to be ordered individually or several at a time.
House-Made Salsas
Fresh salsa is a major part of the experience, with pico de gallo, salsa verde and pineapple salsa earning almost as much praise as the tacos themselves.
Outdoor Patio
A streetside patio with umbrellas makes this an especially fun stop for tacos during Penticton's warm, sunny months.
Pet-Friendly Patio
The outdoor patio is currently promoted as pet-friendly, making it an easy casual stop while exploring downtown with a dog.
Quick & Casual
Tacos del Norte works particularly well for a quick lunch, a few tacos while exploring downtown or an informal meal on the patio.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
Backstreet Boulevard
Tacos del Norte is tucked away at 85 Backstreet Boulevard, just off the more heavily travelled streets of downtown Penticton.
Street Parking
Parking is available on surrounding downtown streets, with customers mentioning plenty of nearby street parking later in the day.
Parking Available
Current restaurant listings also identify parking as available for customers.
Compact Restaurant
The restaurant itself is small and casual, with much of its charm coming from the tucked-away taco-shack setting.
Outdoor Seating
The streetside patio adds additional seating during Penticton's warmer months.
📍 Landmarks & Location
Downtown Penticton
Tacos del Norte is hidden just off Main Street in downtown Penticton, close to shops, restaurants and the city's busiest pedestrian areas.
Backstreet Boulevard
The appropriately named Backstreet Boulevard location gives the restaurant its hidden-away character despite being right in the downtown core.
Main Street
The taqueria sits just off Penticton's Main Street corridor, making it an easy detour while exploring downtown.
Penticton Farmers' Market
Its downtown location makes Tacos del Norte a convenient taco stop while visiting Penticton's popular Saturday market, and recent customers specifically mention stopping in during the Farmers' Market.
Okanagan Summer Stop
The little patio, cold drinks and street tacos fit naturally into a summer afternoon spent exploring downtown Penticton.
Jalisco in the Okanagan
The restaurant connects its Penticton home with family roots in Jalisco, bringing those Mexican flavours to the heart of the Okanagan.
📱 Ordering Options
Dine-In
Customers can grab a table at the small downtown taqueria for a casual meal of freshly prepared street tacos.
Patio Dining
Outdoor tables provide a sunny seasonal spot for tacos, drinks and people-watching just off Main Street.
Takeout
Tacos are available to go, making this an easy stop for a quick downtown lunch or casual meal.
Online Ordering
Customers can order ahead online for pickup directly through the restaurant.
Phone Orders
Takeout orders can also be placed by phone before heading to the restaurant.
Build Your Own Taco Lineup
Tacos are sold individually, making it easy to mix Carnitas, Asada, Pollo, Chorizo and other available varieties in one meal.
Taco Tuesday
Tuesday specials offer a lower-priced way to mix and match several tacos, although the exact deal can change and is best checked before visiting.
Fresh Until Sold Out
Popular meats and other menu items can sell out on busy days because the restaurant prepares its food fresh in limited quantities.
💬 Customer Feedback
Carnitas Has Serious Fans
The slow-roasted pork generates some of the restaurant's most enthusiastic feedback, especially when paired with fresh pineapple salsa.
Authenticity Gets Noticed
Customers familiar with Mexican street tacos frequently praise the traditional style, with some comparing the experience favourably to tacos they've eaten in Mexico.
Fresh Salsa Makes the Difference
Pico de gallo, salsa verde and pineapple salsa repeatedly earn compliments for adding freshness and brightness to the grilled and slow-cooked meats.
Birria Is a Rising Favourite
Recent customers have been particularly enthusiastic about the Birria Tacos, making them one of the strongest newer favourites.
Exceptionally Clean
Several customers specifically comment on how spotless and well maintained the little restaurant is, including a very recent review that singled cleanliness out as much as the food.
Friendly Service
Warm, welcoming staff and owners are a recurring positive theme throughout years of customer feedback.
A Genuine Hidden Gem
Customers regularly describe the tiny Backstreet Boulevard location as a hidden gem that's easy to miss but worth seeking out.
Perfect for a Sunny Day
The casual patio gets plenty of love from customers who enjoy tacos outside during Penticton's warmer months.
Portion Expectations Vary
The traditional street-taco size surprises some first-time customers, and price versus portion size is easily the most common criticism in reviews.
Quality Can Vary
While most customers rave about tender, flavourful meats, occasional reviews report dry chicken or beef and less satisfying visits.
Small Place, Big Opinions
Tacos del Norte inspires unusually passionate reactions, but its loyal customers return for exactly what it sets out to do: fresh Mexican street tacos, good meat and plenty of house-made salsa.
