Tacos El Compadre

Tacos El Compadre is a family-owned taquería in Monterrey, Mexico, managed by the third generation and has been operating for over fifty years. The establishment specializes in authentic Mexican tacos, cooked on a griddle with oil to brown and crisp the tortillas. Customers can choose between flour and corn tortillas, each prepared with care. The menu offers a focused selection of traditional fillings, including tender picadillo tacos made with potato and ground beef, the pork leg taco that features marinated shredded pork cooked in red chili, and the signature head taco that contains flavorful minced cattle head meat. Locally known as "tacos del muerto" due to its location near a cemetery, the taquería serves food in a casual and traditional manner that reflects a deep family heritage. Recognized as a Michelin Guide SELECTED restaurant, Tacos El Compadre emphasizes a simple yet authentic Mexican cuisine, rooted in decades of local culinary tradition.