Top Five Taco Joints

By Lauren JonasIf it’s not 3 in the morning, and Taco Bell is not your only option, then try one of these 5 taco joints to satisfy that sweet south-of-the-border craving.1. El TacoRight on North Highland Avenue, this taco place serves up the best fried chicken tacos and Sangria pitchers in the area. And don’t walk away without some free gear if their roulette wheel lands on your lucky token. T-shirts and Tacos, what more could you want?1186 North Highland Ave NE. (404) 873-4656.2. Taqueria del SolMagical Memphis tacos and sweet Salsa Trios. Enough said.359 W Ponce De Leon Ave. (404) 377-7668.3. Taqueria TsunamiThey take a slightly different yet still awesome route with their Asian-Latin inspired tacos. I recommend a Pacific Rim taco.70 South Park Square. (678) 324-7491.4. NocheOne of the most perfect Taco/Tapas places near us. Monday nights are $2 tacos so be sure to snatch up some of those crispy fish munchies. And to top off that delicious taco you ordered, Noche’s 90’s music playlist has been on repeat for the last three years that I’ve been there. Tacos and Tunes, Tunes and Tacos.1000 Virginia Avenue NE. 404.815.9155.5. La Perla TaqueriaA small drive down Piedmont will get you some gnarly 99-cent tacos (on Wednesdays). And if you’re feeling a little lazy and a little thirsty, cruise into their drive-thru to grab a vegetarian taco and a two-dollar beer. Can’t get much better than that.1958 Piedmont Road NE. (404) 607-7272.