It's Taco Tuesday! Opt for one of these delicious spots in the Town.
Tucked into Old Town's Swan's Market (it shares space with newcomer The Cook and Here Farmer), chef/owner Dominica Rice-Cisneros is bringing the house down with green chile mole every Monday night. Don't be surprised to see other local female chefs chatting away at the communal tables while scarfing down decadent shrimp tacos. 907 Washington Street
Brunch pick: Green chile posole and a horchata latte.
Come to Tamarindo for the authentic yet chic decor (think embellished tin ceiling and old Mexican movies projected on the wall). Stay for the delicious Jalisco-style tapas. Oh, and you'll definitely have to samples from theeir expansive tequila selection. 468 8th Street
Happy hour pick: Arroz con leche and a house margarita.
Tacos Mi Rancho
While I've often heard Oakland residents recommend the fare slung by Sinaloa Tacos on 22nd and International, I'd rather wait in line for Tacos Mi Rancho—parked right off Lake Merritt—any day. Filled to the brim with meat, cheese, and chunky guacamole, their quesadillas aren't your normal greasy foot-truck fare. Perfect for soaking up any late-night boozing. 1st Avenue and 14th Street
Late night munchies pick: Super quesadilla and lime Jarritos.
Named after Frida Kahlo's hairless dogs, this '60s style taqueria is just across from the Fox Theatre and perfect for a pre-concert bite. Don't miss the housemade birria: bone-in goat braised in a rich chile broth, served with rice and tortillas, lime, onions, cilantro. Delicious! 1916 Telegraph Avenue
Dinner pick: Birria and a Mexican Coke.
Sip on fresh-squeezed lime margaritas on the outdoor patio or nibble on huitlacoche-seasoned dishes in the red room, either way you're guaranteed to walk away happy after an authentic meal at this Oakland gem. 5004 Telegraph Avenue
Appetizer pick: Jicama y Piña and a Oaxacan Old Fashioned.
