Tacos Candoras

Benito Juarez 274, Centro Pitillal, 48290 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
+52 322 293 6916
$$$ Taco restaurant
(821 Reviews)
Price Range $100–200

Tacos Candoras is a straightforward taco spot tucked into the heart of Centro Pitillal, offering a slice of local food life away from Puerto Vallarta’s busier tourist corridors. This place shines if you’re looking for an informal, no-frills experience centered on well-made tacos and quesadillas that showcase traditional flavors like adobada, asada, and birria. The neighborhood vibe spills into the atmosphere here—friendly, quick service and a sense of being part of the community rhythm rather than a polished dining event.

The taco portions are generous, which suits a casual meal that might include trying a few different fillings—popular picks include taco de cachete and quesadillas filled with tender meats, all served with housemade salsas that add a local punch to every bite. Flavored waters come free with refills, a small but welcomed touch, especially on a sun-warmed afternoon.

This is a spot that locals seem to come back to for a quick lunch or early dinner. The walkable Centro Pitillal setting allows for easy wandering before or after your meal, with street vendors offering fresh fruit nearby for those wanting a palette cleanser or a light snack. If you enjoy exploring food alongside everyday neighborhood life, Tacos Candoras fits naturally into that experience.

Overall, expect an atmosphere that’s casual and unhurried yet efficient, where the focus remains fixed on delivering solid, authentic tacos rather than a curated dining spectacle. It’s best suited for anyone looking to eat like a local, appreciate hand-made tortillas, and try a small variety of taco styles without fuss or fanfare.

Highlights
Great dessert
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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04:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

Sunday

07:30 AM - 01:30 PM

821 Reviews
I Pickett

07 Jan 2026

Good sized tacos. Tasty. Free refills on flavored waters. Good service and fast.

C L

09 Dec 2025

Great taco and quesadilla place! We ordered Guava and horchata and loved the guava! The green creamy sauce (guacamole resemblance?) is TASTY! The neighborhood is local and walkable. We also bought fruits from a street vendor nearby

Puya R

04 Dec 2025

Nice local spot for some great tacos and great salsas

Lindsay Benson

19 Nov 2025

I cant say enough good things about this cute restaurant. The service is friendly and quick , the food delicious and all the taco toppings made the experience even better. A very authentic Mexican experience that I recommend to anyone and everyone !

Merry Stanford

06 Nov 2025

Best handmade tortillas, and *extremely* good tacos. I had the pulled pork (machacado) and eggs with cactus (nopales y huevo). Absolutely wonderful!

Vanessa M

30 Oct 2025

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. We (Canadian and Belgian) had 4 different tacos initially, and were so in love decided to order more. Flavors that seemed true to the region and a wonderful variety of toppings that you can add as you like. The food is beyond superb!

Anthony Mendoza

08 Oct 2025

Small place i had the sopes very delicious. Beans were on point chili was great

Lady Laura Jacobo

02 Oct 2025

Exactly what you expect from the place that has been consistently cooking the best machaca and chanfaina for the last 50 years. Mum used to tell me that this was the only place where she could satisfy her cravings for machaca when she was pregnant with me. And still the same quality and deliciousness

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