The 7 Must-Try Taquerias on the Kansas City Taco Trail

Tacos usually aren’t the first food that comes to mind when you think of Kansas City. But instead, barbeque is synonymous with the Kansas City brand.

However, tacos are also a special treat where the Kansas City Taco Trail is a relatively new attraction filled with tacos just as tasty as the barbeque. Kansans are as passionate about tacos as they are about BBQ.

Taqueria Mexico

One of the oldest Mexican restaurants in Kansas City, Kansas, and they feature an expansive menu.

El Camino Real on the KCK Taco Trail

A small, locally-owned taqueria with authentic Mexican street tacos. The Al Pastor is the must-try taco here. Everything is unique about these tacos.

El Toro Loco Mexican Bar & Grill

A casual spot offering delicious Mexican food, authentic street tacos, and margaritas.

Bonito Michoacan Taqueria

Part grocery store, part meat market, and deli, Bonito Michoacan Taqueria is a combination venue with about a dozen tables.

Paleterias Tropicana

Offers a standard-size fried taco, rather than the smaller street taco. The restaurant tops the tacos with cabbage slaw and avocado.

This neighborhood taqueria seats about 30 people, where the cooktop and prep area are on display. Their menu lists nine taco varieties.

Tacos El Guero 100% Michoacanos

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