This North Miami Taco Spot Has 2-for-$5 Margaritas

Nothing says "authentic" like tequila that's cheaper than water

This week we’re introducing a new feature: Hidden Gem of the Week. These are spots with no PR, not much social media, and almost nothing written about them online. Most are hidden out in the suburbs, some are hidden in plain sight. All are worth a visit to break out of your eating routine.

Photo by Carlos Miller

Miami may have more taco shops than we do affordable apartments these days, so you’d be forgiven for wondering why you should drive all the way to North Miami to try yet another one. And I’ll answer that question in five words: 2-for-5-dollar margaritas. I’m joking, never drink and drive, kids. But Taigo’s Tacos strikes the perfect balance between authenticity and sanitation, making simple tacos the way they should be made and eschewing over-the-top ingredients in favor of flavorful meat and quality tortillas.

Clean, and delightfully uncomfortable

The criteria for a great hidden gem taco shop is that it should be the complete opposite of any corporate-owned taqueria. It should be …