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Best Birria Tacos in Auckland (2026)

Birria tacos have found their way to Auckland, and a few spots are doing them properly — the slow-braised beef kind, served with consommé for dipping. These are the best.

10 places

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Broke Boy Taco

4.3(810)

restaurant · Mount Albert

Broke Boy Taco is known for its bold flavours and unique takes on traditional Mexican dishes, offering a vibrant dining experience.

artisan tacos birria craft beer

810 reviews
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Ay Caramba Tacos

5.0(39)

restaurant · Takanini

Authentic Mexican Products & Tacos.

authentic mexican chillies drinks

39 reviews
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Tokos Tacos

4.9(604)

meal takeaway · Avondale

Reviewers consistently praise the fantastic quality and taste of the tacos, along with the friendly service from the family-owned business.

604 reviews
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Mr. Taco

4.6(584)

mexican restaurant · CBD

Mr. Taco is the best and most authentic Taco shop/Taqueria in Auckland. We’re located steps from the Sky Tower, and are proud to serve traditional and real tasty Tacos.

authentic tacos mexican cuisine traditional taqueria

575 reviews

That Taco Place on Queen Street

4.6(127)

mexican restaurant · Auckland CBD

Our menu is experimental and let us know whether your stomach agrees with it!

experimental cuisine mexican tacos

127 reviews
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Ay Caramba - Mexican Products NZ

4.9(1,550)

store · Takanini

Authentic Mexican Products & Tacos available at Ay Caramba.

authentic mexican products chillis and vegetables mexican cuisine

1,550 reviews
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La Mexicana Grey Lynn

4.7(428)

mexican restaurant · Grey Lynn

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic and flavorful tacos, quick service, and affordable prices.

428 reviews

Tacotearoa - Mexican Street Food

5.0(56)

mexican restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the rich flavors and authenticity of the food, particularly the birria tacos and burritos.

56 reviews
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Taco Loco Cantina

4.6(1,491)

mexican restaurant · Mount Albert

Taco Loco Cantina is a traditional Mexican restaurant located in Mount Albert, Auckland, offering a vibrant atmosphere and authentic flavors.

authentic mexican cuisine mexican restaurant mexican street food

1,491 reviews
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Sagrado Cantina

4.8(133)

mexican restaurant · Auckland CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the authentic and delicious food, friendly service, and vibrant atmosphere.

133 reviews