I first heard about West Coast Tacos on Twitter. And if you're not on Twitter, sign up, already! If you're a foodie, you can follow your favorite restaurants and more importantly, find out where to find a taco truck in Indy. A good taco ranks up there as one of my favorite foods. But enough about that- let's get to the tacos.
I found out that West Coast Tacos would be on Broad Ripple Avenue, across from Chumley's Bar in the Cardinal Fitness parking lot.
West Coast Tacos
a guy waiting patiently for tacos
carne asada tacos (grilled beef, cilantro, onions, and sauce) 3 tacos for $5.00
Let's get to the tacos. I immediately liked the way they looked- two small corn tortillas, a good portion of meat, onions, cilantro, and sauce. The first bite? Delicious (you know that "oh man these are good!" reaction? That would be me.) I loved that I could taste all of the ingredients well- the beef, the cilantro, crunch of the onions and the red sauce. Very tender beef (I imagine they marinade it for a while), quite juicy in fact and I loved the red sauce. I really loved the red sauce. I prefer a lot of spiciness (I'm always adding hot sauce to most everything) and this was just the right amount for me. If you don't like a lot of heat- I would recommend asking for just a little sauce or skipping altogether.
My Dad and I stood next to my car (with the trunk as a makeshift table) eating tacos and watching all of the activity in Broad Ripple. Within a few minutes the line at West Coast Tacos got longer and longer. I spotted a few people leaving Cardinal Fitness, post-workout and waiting in line for a taco. Who doesn't need a taco after a workout?
Right now only carne asada tacos are available. They're only 3 for $5.00. A great deal, if you ask me. There will be more tacos to come, like Korean tacos and the owners (who are from L.A.) told me they are trying out lots of recipes. I will be there to try any kind of taco they make. I could've easily eaten a few more tacos on my visit- they were that good.
Want to learn more about West Coast Tacos? Follow West Coast Tacos on Twitter to find out their locations. For the next few days- they'll be in the Cardinal Fitness parking lot (across from Chumley's) on Broad Ripple Avenue. They told me they'll be open during lunch and dinner, but you might want to send them a tweet to verify that. They're also on the web at The Best Damn Tacos or on Facebook.
Thanks for the heads up - I love that Indy is getting more food trucks with great options!
Posted by: Jess @ Jessica is Getting Fit | June 08, 2010 at 09:50 AM
HEY AMY! next time you come back to our truck, we need to take a picture with you, we just realized you were our first customer ever in broad ripple haha, we're gonna frame it up :) and thanks again for the shout out!!
Posted by: Arnold Park | June 08, 2010 at 12:12 PM
just another reason broadripple is so dang cool. can't wait to try them out myself!
Posted by: designHer Momma | June 08, 2010 at 05:29 PM
Jess: Try them out. Very tasty:) So glad food trucks are coming to Indy.
Arnold @West Coast Tacos: You're too funny. I will def stop by. The tacos were great and I want to bring some friends by to try them out.
@DesignHerMomma: You're right- BRip is cool and I've been there more lately than I have in a while. Stop by!
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 08, 2010 at 08:44 PM
I've *always* wanted to try these! I've been covering a lot of taco places in Atl on my blog, so if you're ever in my neck of the woods, I have some great suggestions!
Posted by: elle sees | June 09, 2010 at 09:57 AM
Elle- the tacos were delicious. I used to live in Atlanta- when I was a kid! I've been checking out your blog. Good stuff. BTW- I'd love any Atlanta food recommendations!
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 09, 2010 at 09:07 PM
I had an order of 3 on Saturday night. They were excellent. Now granted, I had been drinking, so I was liable to enjoy whatever you put in front of me, but still, quality stuff.
Posted by: Amateur Mixologist | June 14, 2010 at 04:15 PM
AMix: Aren't the tacos great! Although I enjoyed mine with a Coke. Ha. I'll have try them again after a beer or two! Ha. -A
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 14, 2010 at 06:39 PM
Hi. I just found your blog because I was Googling Indianapolis and taco truck! The blog is terrific and I can't wait to try the tacos.
I added you to my blog roll too. I love to promote Indy area bloggers.
Cheers!
Posted by: Lesley @ The Design File | June 15, 2010 at 10:52 PM
Look great.... must try..... can't wait till they have the Korean tacos.....
Posted by: Indy Grub Review | June 17, 2010 at 04:47 PM
Indy Grub Review: They're very good. I'm looking forward to the Korean tacos too! BTW- like your blog!
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 19, 2010 at 02:35 PM
Lesley @TheDesignFile Thanks! Try the tacos and I've been reading your blog-- good stuff:) Thanks again:) A
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 19, 2010 at 07:04 PM
They look good for sure, but what makes them "West Coast Tacos?"
Posted by: wibia | June 23, 2010 at 09:33 PM
@Wibia-- West Coast-- as in from LA. You're the taco expert-- so try 'em out and write about them. The steak ones I tried reminded me of El Pastorcito on Mich. -A
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 24, 2010 at 06:40 PM
I am excited, I am going there tonight!
Posted by: Leslie | June 25, 2010 at 02:48 PM
Leslie: Let me know how you like it-- West Coast Tacos- A
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | June 28, 2010 at 05:44 PM
I can't believe all the meat on the tacos in your picture! When I stopped at the truck, I didn't get even half that much. 90% of my taco was tortilla. The meat wasn't all that good anyway... very tough steak and extremely dry chicken. Just terrible food. I heard great things about a spicy salsa, but their was no spice involved. Good cilantro flavor, but so highly overrated.
Posted by: Jenny | August 05, 2010 at 11:28 AM
First time I hear that the taco trucks has arrived Indianapolis, It's a great news! I thought there are taco truck only in L.A and N.Y, but now..now I can taco myself until I'll drop :) Thanks!
Posted by: truck rental | August 23, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Dear Amy, I would love to get the Taco truck at my cyclocross race for st mary's child center but I cannot find them..number..they have not responded to several requests via e-mail. can you please help this poor doctor? frank troiano
Posted by: frank troiano | August 24, 2010 at 08:28 PM
Frank T:
Sorry for the delay-- a few issues with comments section... I would suggest looking West Coast Tacos up on Twitter to see where they will be for lunch and dinner and then approaching the owners in person. They are on Twitter @WestCoastTacos You can also follow them on Twitter and send them a tweet. -IA
Posted by: Indianapolis Amy | August 27, 2010 at 08:48 PM