Los Originales Tacos Árabes de Puebla

Los Originales Tacos Árabes de Puebla is a family-run food truck in East Los Angeles that serves tacos árabes, the spit-roasted pork taco of Puebla.

Overview

Time Out identifies the truck with the Villegas family. Its base is on East Olympic Boulevard, and The Infatuation notes that it has also parked in Mid-City by day and Boyle Heights at night, so diners are advised to check its social media. It typically operates from Wednesday through Sunday.

Background

Tacos árabes trace back to Lebanese and other Middle Eastern immigrants who settled in Puebla and adapted shawarma-style roasting to local ingredients. The truck's version uses marinated pork roasted on a spit and wrapped in a thick, soft flour tortilla resembling pita, with a smoky chipotle salsa. A especial version adds quesillo cheese and avocado. The Infatuation and Time Out both list it among the best tacos in Los Angeles.

Reviews

See also

• Tacos árabes

References

1. "Los Originales Tacos Arabes de Puebla". The Infatuation. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
2. "The 25 Best Tacos In Los Angeles". The Infatuation. Retrieved 2026-10-10.
3. "33 Best Tacos in Los Angeles To Try Right Now". Time Out Los Angeles. Retrieved 2026-10-10.