The 50 best tacos in America, ranked

Not all tacos are created equal.The combination of perfectly seasoned meat, fresh salsa, and flavorful cheese makes some rise above the rest.In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we teamed up with Foursquare to compilea list of the best taco joints in the US.Because the city-guide app allows users to save and favorite the venues they love, Foursquare was able to track down which tacos diners are raving about most across America.To create this list, Foursquare included the top-rated location of various chain restaurants in the USsubsequent locations were removed.From Korean-inspired fillings in Asheville, North Carolina, toAustin's famous Torchy's Tacos, here's where to find the best tacos this side of the Mexican border.SEE ALSO:The 50 best restaurants in AmericaDON'T MISS:17 ultra-expensive restaurants that are actually worth the price50. El Pelon Taqueria ' Boston, Massachusetts92 Peterborough StreetCrispy cornmeal breading and spicy arbol chile mayo blend flawlessly with pickled cabbage and cucumbers in El Pelon Taqueria's perennially popular fish taco. For those who prefer land-dwelling protein, the joint's "carmelos" tacofilled with grilled steak and pepper jack cheeseand its "Americano" taco, which is packed with grilled chicken, also shine.49. Antique Taco ' Chicago, Illinois1360 North Milwaukee AvenueThough the traditional options at Antique Taco, like pork carnitas or crispy fish, remain delicious, it's the spot's more offbeat menu items that let it stand out. From the cumin lamb tacos topped with jalepeos and peppercorn yogurt to the rosemary margarita, Antique's flair for reinventing classics makes the place worth a visit.48. Tacolicious ' San Francisco, California741 Valencia StreetDespite Tacolicious' trendy, upscale vibe, its motto remains "Fingers, not forks!" Don't be afraid to get messy as you dig into a taco stuffed with juicy carnitas or housemade chorizo and potatoes. Wash it down with a drink off the restaurant's extensive tequila and cocktail menu.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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