Los Angeles · Est. Tradition

Every Taco Tells
a Story

Handcrafted tortillas, time-honored recipes passed down through generations, and the bold, sun-warmed flavors of Mexico — served daily on Hooper Avenue.

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Signature Tacos

Each dish is built on a foundation of fresh ingredients, traditional techniques, and the kind of care that only comes from doing it the right way — every single day.

Carnitas tacos with pickled onions and fresh cilantro on a clay plate
Bestseller

Carnitas de Michoacán

Slow-braised pork shoulder, confit-style in its own rendered fat, finished with orange zest and a splash of charred lime.

Al pastor tacos with pineapple and cilantro
House Favorite

Al Pastor

Spit-roasted pork marinated in achiote and guajillo, shaved thin and crowned with a wedge of charred pineapple.

Fish tacos with cabbage slaw and chipotle crema
Coastal Style

Baja Fish Taco

Beer-battered filete de pescado draped over crisp cabbage, drizzled with our house chipotle crema and pico de gallo.

Barbacoa tacos with fresh salsa verde
Sunday Special

Barbacoa

Beef brisket steamed until yielding, seasoned with dried chiles and coriander, served with salsa verde and onion.

Veggie taco with roasted vegetables and avocado
Vegetarian

Nopales & Queso

Grilled cactus paddles with roasted poblano, crumbled queso fresco, and a drizzle of epazote-infused crema.

Birria tacos with consomme dip
Chef's Pick

Birria de Res

Five-hour braised beef in a rich ancho and guajillo broth, folded into a golden tortilla and served with consomme for dipping.

Chef preparing fresh tortillas by hand in a warm kitchen

Rooted in Family,
Driven by Flavor

A tradition worth savoring, one taco at a time.

Tacos ALKA-SELSER was born from a simple conviction: that the best Mexican food begins with patience, respect for ingredients, and recipes worth preserving. Our kitchen draws from the traditions of Michoacán and the Baja coast, adapting nothing — only refining what already works.

Every morning, our tortillas are pressed by hand. Every sauce is ground from dried chiles rehydrated in the old way. Every taco is assembled with the same intentionality as the first one our family ever shared around a kitchen table.

100%
Handmade Tortillas
3
Generations of Recipes
Daily
Fresh Ingredients

The ALKA-SELSER Experience

More than a meal — it's an occasion. Here's what makes every visit memorable.

Made from Scratch

From nixtamalized corn to house-made salsas, nothing arrives pre-made. Everything is prepared in our kitchen, beginning each morning.

Slow-Cooked Tradition

Our meats are braised and roasted using methods that demand time — eight hours for barbacoa, a full day for certain moles. Rushing is not an option.

Warm Hospitality

You'll be greeted like a regular the moment you walk in. Our team treats every guest with the same warmth and sincerity they'd offer family.

Come Taste the Difference

Whether it's a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner with family, there's a seat waiting for you at Alka-Selser. Reserve your table or stop by — we'll have everything ready.

(323) 203-4770

Visit Tacos ALKA-SELSER

We're located in the heart of Los Angeles, easy to find and always welcoming.

Address
1023 Hooper Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90021
Hours
Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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