Antigua Taqueria La Oriental
Puebla's historic taqueria since 1933, famous for its original tacos árabes with unique Middle Eastern-inspired spices.
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Antigua Taqueria La Oriental
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Puebla's historic taqueria since 1933, famous for its original tacos árabes with unique Middle Eastern-inspired spices.
Try with Cooked Onions
Enhance your tacos árabes experience by ordering them with cooked onions for authentic flavor.
Mind the Spicy Salsa
Be aware of the table salsas; the red sauce is exceptionally hot.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+52 222 248 7914
Address
Blvrd Nte 1016, Villa San Alejandro, 72090 Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Pue., Mexico
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Original Tacos Árabes
Taste the legendary tacos árabes, featuring thinly sliced pork with Middle Eastern spices, served on pan árabe.
Local Institution Since 1933
Experience a piece of history in this brightly lit restaurant, a local favorite since its founding.
Unique Flavors
Savor the distinct taste of thinly sliced pork marinated in earthy spices, a culinary delight.
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Try with Cooked Onions
Enhance your tacos árabes experience by ordering them with cooked onions for authentic flavor.
Mind the Spicy Salsa
Be aware of the table salsas; the red sauce is exceptionally hot.
Peak Hours Warning
Some reviewers suggest visiting during off-peak hours to potentially avoid higher prices.
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Try with Cooked Onions
Enhance your tacos árabes experience by ordering them with cooked onions for authentic flavor.
Mind the Spicy Salsa
Be aware of the table salsas; the red sauce is exceptionally hot.
Peak Hours Warning
Some reviewers suggest visiting during off-peak hours to potentially avoid higher prices.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Antigua Taqueria La Oriental is celebrated for its authentic and delicious tacos árabes, a must-try in Puebla. Diners praise the unique flavors and the restaurant's long-standing tradition. However, some reviews mention issues with the meat's quality and the restaurant's ambiance.
"The tacos arabes are delicious on their own, or you can order cooked onions to enjoy with them. There are two types of salsa at the table. The red sauce is very spicy. Both are delicious."
Michelle Martinie
"Great service. CC accepted. It is a traditional Puebla rest which offers some great sandwiches. It’s a small rest with TV’s showing sporting events."
Cambita Feliz
"Tasty food, nice service, recommendations offered by the waitress and free parking lot."
Edgar Guzman
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is renowned for its original tacos árabes, a dish that features thinly sliced pork coated in earthy spices and served on pan árabe.
Many diners recommend ordering the tacos árabes with cooked onions to enhance their authentic flavor. There are also two types of salsa available.
Yes, diners should be cautious as the red salsa is noted to be very spicy. Both salsas are described as delicious.
The restaurant is described as brightly lit with TVs often broadcasting soccer matches, creating a local, casual ambiance.
Yes, credit cards are accepted at Antigua Taqueria La Oriental.
The restaurant is a historic institution, founded in 1933.
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Where to Eat in Puebla, Mexico
Considered the originator of tacos árabes, this local institution is noticeable from the street by the cylinder of brown pork fired by charcoal behind the window. Antigua Taqueria la Oriental, founded in 1933, is brightly lit with TVs broadcasting soccer—but the tacos are the main attraction. Thinly sliced and coated in earthy spices, the pork is wrapped in pan árabe, a pockmarked flatbread that is part pita and part flour tortilla.
Where to Eat in Puebla Mexico
Other suggestions from the NY Times and others include La Ranas, 2 Poniente 102 (for tacos), Fonda la Mexicana, 16 de Septiembre 706, (52-222) 232-67-47 (relaxed family restaurant; excellent mole poblano) and Antigua Taqueria La Oriental. I have also heard about Casa del Mendrugo, so will check it out on my next trip.
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