Looking for the best tacos in Winter Garden? You have more great choices than ever. West Orange has taco shops with handmade tortillas, family spots that have served the area for over 20 years, and a downtown patio that stays open late. These are our five favorites right now, with the address and hours each place lists.
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Ranked means these are the spots we go back to most. Every one of them is worth the drive.
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1. Taco Norteño
Taco Norteño is our top pick for tacos in Winter Garden. It sits at 12793 W. Colonial Dr. and brings the flavor of Northern Mexico to West Orange. The tortillas are handmade, and the salsa bar lets you build each taco just how you like it.
It also opens early. Hours are 5:30 AM to 8:30 PM Monday to Thursday, 5:30 AM to 9 PM on Friday, 10 AM to 9 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 7:30 PM on Sunday. Order a mix of tacos so you can test every salsa on the bar.
2. The Ocoee Taco Company
The Ocoee Taco Company is a quick drive from downtown Winter Garden at 40 Taylor St. in Ocoee. It is a small, easy stop for a taco lunch or an early dinner.
It is open every day from 11 AM to 8:30 PM. Call (407) 614-2990 to order ahead.
3. Azteca D'Oro
Azteca D'Oro is the pick when you want tacos and a sit-down meal. It is at 3130 Daniels Road in Winter Garden Village at Fowlers Grove. This family-owned spot is known for birria tacos, sizzling fajitas and big molcajete bowls. The patio has live music, too.
Hours are 11 AM to 10 PM Monday to Thursday, 11 AM to 11 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM to 10 PM on Sunday. Get the birria tacos and dip them in the broth.
4. The Whole Enchilada
The Whole Enchilada puts tacos right on Plant Street at 129 W. Plant St. It is a fun place to eat before or after a walk through downtown Winter Garden.
The menu lists $4 shrimp, mahi and sweet and spicy pork tacos from 5 PM to close. It is open 11 AM to 11 PM Sunday to Thursday and 11 AM to 1 AM Friday and Saturday. Chips and salsa make a good start.
5. Tacos and Tequila
Tacos and Tequila has served the Winter Garden area since 2003. You will find it at 15493 Stoneybrook West Pkwy., Suite 120, close to the Horizon West side of town.
It is a relaxed, neighborhood Mexican spot with a big menu. Call 407-614-1438 for takeout. It is a good choice when part of your group wants tacos and the rest wants a full plate.
Quick picks by need
Best overall: Taco Norteño, with handmade tortillas and a salsa bar.
Best deal: The Whole Enchilada, with $4 shrimp, mahi and pork tacos from 5 PM to close.
Best late night: The Whole Enchilada, open until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Best in Ocoee: Ocoee Taco Co.
Best for a family dinner: Azteca D'Oro, known for birria tacos and sizzling fajitas.
Longest running: Tacos and Tequila, serving the area since 2003.
Plan your taco night
Most of these spots are close to Plant Street, so you can park once and walk. Downtown parking fills up fast on Friday and Saturday nights. Go before 6 PM if you have kids, or plan a later dinner after the rush.
Try a few places in one night. Order one or two tacos at each stop and share them. It is a fun way to find your own favorite.
How we picked the best tacos in Winter Garden
We looked for three things. First, great tortillas and fresh salsa. Second, a place that is open now and easy to reach from Winter Garden. Third, a spot we would tell a friend about. We checked each taco shop's own website for its address and hours the day we wrote this guide.
Taco tips for West Orange
Go early on weekends. Downtown spots get busy after 6 PM.
Park for free in the downtown garage and walk to Plant Street.
Pair tacos with a free event. Our Free Things to Do guide has ideas.
On a budget? Our Cheap Eats guide lists more low-cost meals.
FAQ
Where can I find the best tacos in Winter Garden FL?
Our top pick is Taco Norteño at 12793 W. Colonial Dr. It has handmade tortillas and a salsa bar. Azteca D'Oro on Daniels Road is our pick for birria tacos.
Which taco place in Winter Garden opens earliest?
Taco Norteño opens at 5:30 AM Monday to Friday. On weekends it opens at 10 AM.
Where can I get tacos late at night in downtown Winter Garden?
The Whole Enchilada at 129 W. Plant St. is open until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday and until 11 PM the rest of the week.
Are there good tacos in Ocoee too?
Yes. The Ocoee Taco Company at 40 Taylor St. is open daily from 11 AM to 8:30 PM.
What time is taco night at The Whole Enchilada?
Its $4 shrimp, mahi and pork tacos run from 5 PM to close.
Is there a taco spot open late in Winter Garden?
Yes. The Whole Enchilada at 129 W. Plant St. is open until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Hungry for more? See our Windermere town guide and our Best Brunch picks.
The West Orange Bite team
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