Best TACOS IN Costa Mesa – Descanso Restaurant

Located at 1555 Adams Ave #103 in Costa Mesa, Descanso Restaurant is home to some of the best tacos in Orange County, offering a modern approach to traditional Mexican street food through its signature plancha-style dining. The menu showcases an impressive variety of tacos, including the bold and spicy Volcano Taco, which features ranchero steak and agave-glazed shrimp, layered with tres quesos, serrano chiles, habanero pickled onions, queso fresco, and a mix of volcano and avocado toreado salsas on blue corn and flour tortillas. The Tacos Gobernador offer a seafood-forward option, made with sautéed shrimp and serrano peppers, guajillo aioli, cilantro, and cotija cheese on crisp blue corn tortillas with a side of black beans. For a plant-based twist, the Tacos de Calabacitas combine squash, black beans, serrano chiles, pepitas, chipotle aioli, and avocado toreado salsa for a savory, satisfying bite. Whether you're dining in for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch, Descanso’s tacos deliver layered flavor, visual appeal, and chef-driven creativity—all in a lively Costa Mesa setting.