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What to order
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Fish Taco
Most frequently recommended item across the reviews. It’s repeatedly described as fresh, crispy, flavorful, well-seasoned, and well-balanced, with generous portions and a satisfying texture.
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Tuna Taco
Recommended multiple times for being very fresh, flavorful, and especially memorable. Reviewers praise it as a standout taco that melts in your mouth and is among the best on the menu.
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Chorizo Taco
Mentioned positively for its bold flavor and as a favorite choice among the tacos. Reviewers specifically call out the chorizo taco as delicious and one of the best items they tried.
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Chicken Taco
Recommended for its tasty preparation, including the crispy chicken version and the crunchy chicken tacos. Reviewers highlight the great flavor and satisfying texture.
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Burrito
Praised for being large, filling, and delicious, with several reviews calling the burritos excellent or one of the best they’ve had. The krispy chicken burrito and beef/chorizo burritos are especially noted.
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Loaded Tots
Mentioned as looking fantastic and later echoed by reviews of the tater tots as fresh, crispy, and served with a delicious sauce and vegetables.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 7 PM |
About Tacofino
Tacofino is a Mexican restaurant in Tofino, British Columbia, known for tacos, burritos, and small plates served from a food truck-style setup. Reviewers consistently praise the fish tacos, tuna taco, gringas, and crispy chicken taco, along with fresh ingredients and generous portions. The atmosphere is casual and trendy, with outdoor seating and a laid-back west coast feel. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and many visitors note that it is usually busy.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Tacofino known for?
Tacofino is best known for its fish tacos, which reviewers repeatedly call fresh, crispy, and generously portioned. The tuna taco, gringas, and crispy chicken taco are also standout items that come up often in reviews.
What dishes are most recommended at Tacofino?
The most recommended dishes are the fish taco, tuna taco, gringas, and crispy chicken taco. Reviewers also mention burritos, especially the chorizo burrito and beef burrito, as filling options with strong flavor and large portions.
How long is the wait at Tacofino?
Waits are commonly mentioned, and reviewers report anything from about 15 minutes to more than an hour during busy periods. Several note that ordering ahead or going at less crowded times can help, since the line can get long even though the food is prepared quickly once ordered.
Is parking available at Tacofino?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Tacofino have vegetarian options?
Yes, Tacofino offers vegan options.
Is Tacofino kid-friendly?
Yes, Tacofino is good for kids.
