El Taco Rojo
About
This family-run taqueria in Bakersfield pulls from the regional cooking traditions of Mexico—expect complex moles built over hours, fresh seafood preparations reflecting Veracruz technique, and slow-cooked meats that suggest the owners know their way around a traditional kitchen. The kitchen treats each component seriously, from hand-pressed tortillas to house-made salsas, with a mezcal selection that goes beyond the obvious choices. It's the kind of place where locals eat, not tourists, and where the cooking speaks to someone's family recipes rather than a franchise playbook.
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Frequently Asked Questions
El Taco Rojo is closed on Sunday.
El Taco Rojo is open on Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
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El Taco Rojo is located at 5700 Gasoline Alley Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313.
You can reach El Taco Rojo by phone at +1-661-381-2222.
El Taco Rojo does not currently list online reservations. We recommend calling +1-661-381-2222 to inquire about booking a table.
El Taco Rojo serves Mexican Restaurant cuisine.