Classic Mexico City taqueria near the Basilica serving tasty al pastor and alambres at low prices, but expect cash-only, smoke, occasional service lapses, and rare overcharge complaints.
Taqueria el Huasteco delivers strong food quality with genuinely praised al pastor and alambres, backed by exceptional value for money near the Basilica. However, quality varies noticeably—burnt meat and oversalted dishes appear alongside excellent meals—while service ranges from friendly and quick to brusque, particularly during peak times. The tight space with smoke and ventilation issues, combined with cash-only operations, rounds out a solid neighborhood taqueria that excels at flavor and price but falls short of consistent, polished execution.
One caveat: Cash only; carry small bills and verify change