Charlotte's Authentic Taqueria

Real Taste.
Real King.

Hand-pressed tortillas. Sizzling griddles. Flavors forged in tradition — served bold and unapologetic in the heart of Charlotte.

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1401 Eastway Dr, Charlotte

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Our Menu

Crafted with Fire

From our comal to your plate — every taco tells a story of bold flavors and generations of tradition.

Signature

Birria Tacos

Slow-braised beef in a rich adobo and chile blend, slow-cooked until fork-tender. Served with consommé for dipping.

Griddle Specials

Sizzling plates of carne asada, chorizo, and pastor — charred to perfection on our cast iron griddle with onions and cilantro.

Fresh Daily

Salsas & Sides

Handmade salsas from mild to fire-hot. Creamy guacamole, refried beans, and arroz — the perfect companions to any order.

Street Tacos

The classics — pastor, bistec, tripas, and more — on fresh corn tortillas with diced onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Enchiladas

Corn tortillas rolled and smothered in our house-made red or green sauce, baked with melted cheese until bubbly and golden.

Popular

Drinks & Margaritas

House-poured margaritas in classic and seasonal flavors. Jarritos, Agua Fresca, and cold beer to complete the experience.

Full menu available in-restaurant

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Chef preparing fresh tacos in the taqueria kitchen

Est.

Charlotte

Authentic since day one

Our Story

Born from Fire &
Famity

Taqueria El Rey Taco isn't just a restaurant — it's a promise. A promise that every tortilla is pressed by hand, every marinade is mixed with intention, and every taco is built to honor the craft that came before.

Located on Eastway Drive in Charlotte, we've been serving our community with the same recipes, the same fire, and the same pride for years. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just real Mexican food, made the right way — with passion, patience, and a whole lot of flavor.

Hand-Pressed

Every tortilla daily

Authentic Recipes

Time-honored traditions

Community Rooted

Proudly local

Fair Prices

Real food, real value

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