To try this location of the Mariscos Jalisco truck, you have to really want to try this location of the Mariscos Jalisco truck. Parked along a madhouse major street running through a neighborhood of nothing good, you risk getting rear-ended by pulling behind the truck or risk getting run over by a lingering-left or over-eager-right turner as you cross at an uncomfortably wide intersection.
But I think LA cuisine was built from the stuff of the streets, and these iconic Shrimp Tacos are worth any risk. I love the crunch of this hard shell that vibrates inside my skull, and I love the experience of eating it next to a total stranger with my plate perched on the ledge that runs along the outside of the truck. It’s a balancing act between the backless stool and uneven sidewalk, but it’s all part of this most delightful experience. The tortilla is fried hard and strong, so strong you lose the more delicate bread-and-shrimp stuffing inside. There's a rich contrast of textures with gooey avocado on top and a watery tomato sauce all around. It adds up to an unforgettable experience, and although it's far from perfect, my mouth will never forget those 15 minutes.
The Fish Ceviche is a cold contrast to the intensity of those tacos, a balanced mix of fish and tomato. The fish is a little bit fishy, but it's still good overall.
Mariscos Jalisco took LA by storm with its crispy shrimp, and there is something indescribably beautiful about it. It’s perfectly imperfect, and those tacos are a reminder of how great that can be. The fish could have been fresher, the balance could have been better, but everything together was better than good, and sometimes that’s the best. There are better taco places, including several along my taco tour so far, but Mariscos Jalisco was by far the most fun.
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