King Taco – Mexican
The air hums with energy as the savory scent of marinated meats searing on a hot plancha draws diners into this vibrant temple of street-style tradition. Each hand-held masterpiece, from the smoky char of carne asada to the tender, spice-kissed al pastor, offers a bold explosion of flavor that captures the soulful essence of a bustling taqueria. For a truly indulgent finish, golden mounds of nachos come alive under a blanket of warm cheese and the sharp, bright kick of fresh jalapeños.
45, North Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, CA, 91103 +16267920405 https://kingtaco.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at King Taco
Halal at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamarindo (Medium), Horchata (Medium) and Champurrado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carne Asada Taco, Carne Asada Sope and Al Pastor Sope. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Jamaica (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Jamaica (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamarindo (Medium), Jamaica (Medium) and Piña (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamarindo (Medium), Horchata (Medium) and Champurrado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Horchata (Medium), Champurrado and Jamaica (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at King Taco
King Taco in Pasadena has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Al Pastor Taco, Suadero Taco and Chicharron Taco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at King Taco
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Al Pastor Sope | 30.5 g | 46.4 g |
| Carne Asada Sope | 4.8 g | 43.9 g |
| Carne Asada Nachos | 95.1 g | 36.2 g |
| Tinga Taco | 6.1 g | 30.5 g |
| Carnitas Taco | 31.7 g | 25.1 g |
| Carne Asada Taco | 13.1 g | 24.7 g |
| Chicharron Taco | 27.7 g | 21.9 g |
| Lengua Taco | 0 g | 16.2 g |
| Atole | 12.9 g | 13.9 g |
| Cheese and Jalapeños Nachos | 95.1 g | 12.5 g |
| Al Pastor Nachos | 56.9 g | 11.4 g |
| Suadero Taco | 8.8 g | 7.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Tacos
Two warm corn tortillas with your choice of meat, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro, onions, and our famous fresh salsa.
- Carne Asada Taco - $110: Two warm corn tortillas, grilled steak, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Taco - $110: Two warm corn tortillas, marinated pork, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cabeza Taco - $110: Two warm corn tortillas, beef head meat, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas Taco - $130: Two warm corn tortillas, slow-cooked pork, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lengua Taco - $130: Two warm corn tortillas, beef tongue, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buche Taco - $110: Two warm corn tortillas, pork stomach, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Suadero Taco - $140: Two warm corn tortillas, brisket-style beef, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicharron Taco - $187: Two warm corn tortillas, pork rinds, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tinga Taco - $130: Two warm corn tortillas, shredded chicken in chipotle sauce, cilantro, onions, fresh salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Nachos
Crispy corn tortilla chips smothered in hot nacho cheese, topped off with your choice of meat and jalapeños.
- Cheese and Jalapeños Nachos - $640: Crispy corn tortilla chips, hot nacho cheese, jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Nachos - $780: Crispy corn tortilla chips, hot nacho cheese, grilled steak, jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Nachos - $850: Crispy corn tortilla chips, hot nacho cheese, marinated pork, jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sopes
A crispy thick cornmeal shell with a border topped with refried beans, your choice of meat, shredded cabbage, cotija cheese, and our famous salsa.
- Carne Asada Sope - $320: Crispy thick cornmeal shell, refried beans, grilled steak, shredded cabbage, cotija cheese, salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor Sope - $320: Crispy thick cornmeal shell, refried beans, marinated pork, shredded cabbage, cotija cheese, salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Traditional fresh Mexican beverages and fountain drinks.
- Horchata (Medium) - $400: Sweet rice drink Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Jamaica (Medium) - $290: Hibiscus tea Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tamarindo (Medium) - $400: Tamarind pod drink Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Piña (Medium) - $410: Pineapple drink Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Champurrado - $370: Warm corn-based creamy chocolate beverage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Atole - $290: Warm thick Mexican beverage (Coco, Strawberry, or Vanilla)
- Coffee - $5: Hot coffee
Frequently Asked Questions about King Taco
- Is King Taco halal-friendly?
- Yes. King Taco has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tamarindo (Medium), Horchata (Medium) and Champurrado.
- What can I eat at King Taco on a halal diet?
- Tamarindo (Medium), Horchata (Medium) and Champurrado carry the halal tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does King Taco have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tamarindo (Medium) and Jamaica (Medium).
- What is the highest-protein dish at King Taco?
- Al Pastor Sope, at roughly 46.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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