Rico Rico Taco

3205 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

I came just for the tacos!

Rico Rico Taco was featured on "Check Please! Bay Area" a few years ago. I was in the area, and decided to try their Baja Fish Taco (my fav). But to be fair, I ordered a variety of tacos.

So, I ordered to-go:
- Taco de Carne Asada (steak)
- Taco de Pescado (fried fish)
- Taco de Carnitas (fried pork)
- Taco de Camaron (shrimp)
plus chips

4 tacos, total was about $20

Service was friendly, but I had to wait over 20-mins for my order. But it was worth the wait. Thick and fresh handmade tortillas for loaded tacos! Probably one of the best Fried Fish Taco I have ever had! Big pieces of fried fish, w/ chipotle crema, cabbage, pico de gallo ,and pickled onions. Very filling, these are not tiny tacos. My 2nd best was the shrimp taco. Also loaded and heavy with fillings. But the fried pork and steak tacos were nothing special.

If I'm in the area again, I'm just getting the Fish Tacos.

Street Parking.

We wanted burritos. Good burritos. We are a family that loves burritos.

We came upon Rico Rico by chance, I ordered online and my husband picked up on his way home.

I think it may have been for me, the best burrito I've had. Ever. We got two pollo asado burritos and one carnitas.

The chicken was plentiful, generous sized pieces perfectly cooked and seasoned. The avocado salsa was so delicious I wanted more!! The portion was generous and the price was very reasonable.

My husbands carnitas was tender well cooked, and not fatty. The beans were amazing. Black beans were flavorful and tender. The Fritos beans were delicious. The tortillas were texturally amazing. Good clover tender with some tug when biting into it.


Really really good. Like super good.

They were ready quickly and piping hot when they got home.
So I would say to go service at lunchtime was awesome!

Wonderful Mexican food with simple offerings of breakfast and the usual tacos, burritos, bowls...and the reason I enjoy Rico Rico Taco...their fried fish tacos.

Their fish tacos are lightly battered with pico de gallo, chipotle crema and some pickled carrots and sliced radish (escabeche). Fresh, full of flavor and varying textures which I love. The steak bowl was equally delicious and friend really enjoyed! The bowl was quite hefty with beans, rice, shredded lettuce, nicely marinated and seared chopped steak with some crema, dollop of guacamole and pickled vegetables. Their accompanying avocado sauce and salsa wasn't needed but elevated the bowl.

Restaurant is modern, bright with a window to the kitchen. Service friendly and efficient for take out. Parking can be a bit tricky on the weekends (Saturday Farmer's Market, Trader Joe's and Good Vibrations...ok maybe not the last place) ;) Metered street parking.

Overall, recommend this spot for delicious and fresh, modern Mexican food. No chips offered with your order and ala carte

Had the veggie burrito bowl and wow the flavors are so good! It was fresh and tasty with a good balance of healthy ingredients and flavors. I enjoyed the sauces on top. My only critique is I wish there were more of the lettuce and pico de gallo and cheese and sauces. There were a lot of rice and beans at the end. The chips and salsa are so good too. The salsa was spicy and delicious. The avocado sauce packet on the side was also really refreshing and tasty. Overall, the flavors were not overpowering and I didn't feel bloated after eating this. Great healthier option for lunch.

I really wanted to like this place, but the lack of good management and service made the whole experience frustrating. We waited a long time just to place our order, even though the restaurant wasn't that busy. Staff seemed disorganized and barely acknowledged us. When the food finally came out, part of the order was missing, and it took forever to get it corrected. One of the burritos was missing extra protein we paid for and when we explained it to the lady and the guy who works there, they just didn't care. No one apologized, and it felt like we were bothering them just by being there. The ambiance was lively, but the overall dining experience didn't meet expectations. I hope they can address these issues. Honestly, it's a shame cuz customers deserves better service. Not sure I'd come back unless they improve how they treat customers.

Tacos Burritos Aguas Huaraches ....all super tasty!!! The tortillas as all home made, and taste like it!! My go-tos are the Taco Al Pastor, Chile Relleno burrito, Carne Asada Huarache, and a Agua. Highly recommend. Everything tastes very authentic. I was skeptical because they have a vegan component but it's incredible!

I ordered the Classic Burrito with Cactus. Half way through my burrito I found a huge piece of plastic in it, gross! It was at least an inch long!!

This put me off my meal and is definitely going to make me think twice if I go back.

Previously I had ordered Rico Rico taco from Uber eats. Our burritos were mostly rice.

Each of us grabbed 3 tacos. Asada, Al Pastor and Carnitas.
I think the carnitas was the winner. Al pastor is pretty mild and had zero spice. No heat. All of the meats were tender.
Habanero sauce was good but not on the same level as Maya Halal hot sauce.
Radishes were great between tacos and the little pickled carrots were awesome.

Overall a very enjoyable quick lunch.

Yummy food at a great price!...parking at trader joe's is a plus
Yummy food at a great price!...parking at trader joe's is a plus

Our go to for the fish burrito. I love the crispy fish and the sauces it comes with. I've been getting the bowl lately and it's very good with the lettuce.
Service is quick for pick up and it's a great vibe.