Olvera Street's 3 Greenest Taquitos
Just how different can taquitos really be? Turns out there's a lot more going on with these Mexican delicacies than their "tiny taco" name would suggest. So how do three Olvera Street favorites stack up?
D. Thomas Cielito Lindo
1. Cielito Lindo, E-23 Olvera Street, downtown. (213) 687-4391.
Sauce? thin, spicy, dark green.
Beef? not so beefy.
Tortilla? crispy.
How much green? Two taquitos for $3.
D. Thomas El Rancho Grande
2. El Rancho Grande, 17 Olvera Street, downtown. (213) 626-5750.
Sauce? thick, avocado-y, neon green.
Beef? beefy enough.
Tortilla? chewy.
How much green? Two taquitos for $2.30.
D. Thomas Juanita's Cafe
3. Juanita's Cafe, E-20 Olvera Street, downtown. (213) 628-1013.
Sauce? thick, mild, tomatillo green.
Beef? oh so beefy.
Tortilla? crispy.
How much green? Two taquitos for $2.10.
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