Pasadena's Favorite Mexican Kitchen

Real Flavor.
No Fuss.
Just Good Food.

Handmade tortillas, locally sourced ingredients, and recipes passed down through generations โ€” all served in the heart of Pasadena on Colorado Boulevard.

15+
Years in Pasadena
100%
Fresh Ingredients
5โ˜…
Rated on Google
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Taco Libre kitchen in action
Taco Libre dining area

We Opened Because
Pasadena Deserves This.

Taco Libre started with a simple belief: that the best tacos don't need pretense. They need good tortillas, fresh ingredients, and someone who actually cares about the balance of flavors on your plate.

We've been serving Colorado Boulevard since day one โ€” handmade tortillas pressed fresh every morning, salsas roasted in small batches, and a menu that respects tradition while leaving room for the kinds of twists that keep you coming back.

Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for a Friday night with friends, we want this to be the spot that tastes like home โ€” even if home is a street corner in Mexico City and you've never been there.

๐ŸŒฎ
Handmade Daily
๐Ÿ”ฅ
Open Flame Cooking
๐ŸŒฟ
Local Produce

Right on Colorado Blvd.

36 W Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105-1963

(626) 584-0666

Hours

  • Mon โ€“ Thu11:00 AM โ€“ 9:00 PM
  • Fri โ€“ Sat11:00 AM โ€“ 10:00 PM
  • Sunday12:00 PM โ€“ 8:00 PM

Ready to Eat Like
It's Your First Time?

Walk in, call ahead, or just show up hungry. We'll take care of the rest.

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