Tacos Mi Rancho is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

1. Tacos Mi Rancho

9.2
1434 1st Ave (at 1st Av Pl), Oakland, CA
Food Truck · Merritt · 71 tips and reviews

Dave B.Dave Bryan: Get the carnitas taco~

MattMatt: Try some carnitas tacos or a carnitas burrito.

Ken-yKen-y: Everything here is good! The carnitas super tacos are bomb!

Rico Rico is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

2. Rico Rico

8.9
3205 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeshore · 12 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: We had tacos and burritos. All was super tasty. Casual counter service. This place is distinguished by homemade corn tortillas and excellent al pastor and carnitas. Welcome to the neighborhood!

ChristinaChristina: New taco spot where the Subway used to be. The handmade corn tortillas are incredible; made fresh every day. Pescado, al pastor, and carnitas are all so good (al pastor is roasted on a real trompo!).

cnelson ︻.cnelson ︻╦╤─: Carnitas are 🔥💦, pastor is 👍🏼. Skip the asada.

Taco Truck @ Guadalajara Parking Lot is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

3. Taco Truck @ Guadalajara Parking Lot

8.3
1001 Fruitvale Ave (San Leandro St.), Oakland, CA
Food Truck · San Antonio · 31 tips and reviews

Liz W.Liz Wang: Best lingua tacos. Carnitas are awesome too

Christopher S.Christopher Sales: The carnitas plate is mighty tasty here!

Janeen J.Janeen Jackson: Best carnitas in the area. The tacos (original mexican style) are ample and delicious. A good deal even with the recent price hike to $1.50.

Gordo Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

4. Gordo Taqueria

7.7
2989 College Ave (btw Ashby & Webster), Berkeley, CA
Burrito Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Amelia B.Amelia B: The carnitas are yummmo and don't forget the green hot sauce, it's one of a kind!

Amy Lola C.Amy Lola C: DON'T skip out on sour cream and guac :) carnitas super burritos hit the spot!!

MarilynMarilyn: Carnitas flavorful but had some charred bits. Ask for extra salsa of you want a decent amount.

Taqueria Sinaloa & Taco Trucks is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

5. Taqueria Sinaloa & Taco Trucks

8.6
2138 International Blvd (at 22nd St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · San Antonio · 45 tips and reviews

Gian P.Gian Pepe: Carnitas Taco, Ceviche de Camaron

cynthia w.cynthia wang: Don't worry, the trucks are identical. Serving the same stuff inside. Fantastic carnitas and chile verde. Sit in the sun with cheap and delicious tacos!

Sam T.Sam Thonis: Some of the best tacos I've ever had. Order the carnitas.

Cholita Linda is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

6. Cholita Linda

9.3
4923 Telegraph Ave (at 49th St), Oakland, CA
Latin American Restaurant · Temescal · 97 tips and reviews

kenan a.kenan akbas: Carnita & Fish taco a must, fits nicely with a side of rice and beans.

Matthew P.Matthew Pearson: fish and carnitas tacos are amazing.

F G.F G: Hella good. Guacamole, Yucca fries, rice & beans, carnitas, and carne asada. All for $19 (round off). Ordered online. Picked up in person :P

Tacos el Gordo Taco Truck is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

7. Tacos el Gordo Taco Truck

8.6
4201 International Blvd (High St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Fruitvale · 15 tips and reviews

cnelson ︻.cnelson ︻╦╤─: Get 3 tacos: Carnitas, Al Pastor, and Chorizo. You won't be disappointed 🌮🔥🙌💦

Daniel G.Daniel Grayson: This is it. You found it. Maybe the best tacos in the Bay Area. The carnitas and chorizo are my go to, and everything else is amazing, too.

Cameron P.Cameron Platt: Turn around and introduce your dog to Ramon while you wait.

Agave Uptown is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

8. Agave Uptown

7.3
2135 Franklin St (at 22nd St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Uptown · 14 tips and reviews

djsdjs: Pricy, but tasty (tad too salty). Phenomenal cocktails. Loved carnitas, chicken mole and fresh made tortillas.

Hubert P.Hubert Palan: Best Carnitas plate ever!

Peter M.Peter Merholz: Carnitas. Mole negro.

Casa Vallarta Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

9. Casa Vallarta Restaurant

7.9
1910 Park Blvd, Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · San Antonio · 11 tips and reviews

Paula W.Paula Wirth / Eat Drink Oakland: Love the Tlapeno soup, the Vallarta nachos with white cheese and Carnitas - yum! Try it!

strigoii2000 ..strigoii2000 .: I was starving when I found this place... food is great, fresh and delicious...the milanesa is awesome!!! also, try the mulas with carnitas... they are out of this world!!!

Duane E.Duane Edmonds: food can be a little slow, but it's worth the wait. the enchiladas rojas are delicious!

Taqueria Los Comales is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

10. Taqueria Los Comales

8.6
2105 MacArthur Blvd (Dimond), Oakland, CA
Burrito Restaurant · Lower Dimond · 21 tips and reviews

Tom A.Tom A: This has been my favorite for 25 years! Again today, excellent chile Colorado and carnitas. Staff are just as good!

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Hard to find something not good. Shredded chicken and carnitas are standouts.

RoachieRoachie: Great spot to get veggie safe burritos! Delicious!

Molcajete Cocina Mexicana is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

11. Molcajete Cocina Mexicana

7.4
1734 Webster St (17th), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Oaksterdam · 12 tips and reviews

Mohit S.Mohit S: The chille relleno with carnitas is fantastic. Perfect mix of soft, juicy pork with delicious vegetables.

Kian L.Kian Lavi: The carnitas burrito was incredible

Yvette G.Yvette Goenaga: Get the mole enchiladas - emoladas. Like mama makes!!

The Taco Panzon Truck is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

12. The Taco Panzon Truck

7.7
Campbell St. (W Grand), Oakland, CA
Food Truck · West Oakland · 5 tips and reviews

Kite C.Kite Chronicles: Excellent al pastor and carnitas. AND the salsa is really good.

Sophia W.Sophia Wilton: BEST TACOS EVER!!!!!!!! I'd eat them for every meal if I could.

Smoochella S.Smoochella Scrumptious: Best tacos around!

Nido is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

13. Nido

8.6
444 Oak Street (5th Street), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Produce and Waterfront · 71 tips and reviews

katiekatie: carnitas plate is bomb. also the corn esquite (comes with scallops!) is a must – and can be shared with the table. top off with la fresita

ᴡ J.ᴡ Jordan: Carnitas are 🔥. Also the drinks

Kayla J.Kayla Johnson: Loved the flavor of all their food, but one huge suggestion--- get a couple heat lamps outside! Please

Los Cantaros Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

14. Los Cantaros Restaurant

7.2
336 Grand Ave (at Perkins St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Adams Point · 42 tips and reviews

Brian K.Brian Kim: carnita tacos and guac are fantastic

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Pretty good carnitas. Enjoyed the Familiar sized Coronas.

AngelaAngela: Try the super chicken chile verde burrito, but be sure to ask for extra chips if youre taking it to go!

La Calaca Loca is one of The 15 Best Places for Carnitas in Oakland.

15. La Calaca Loca

7.5
5199 Telegraph Ave (51st St), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · North Oakland · 24 tips and reviews

Christie H.Christie Hathcock: Fried carnitas taco!

Lila Ann F.Lila Ann Frechette: Along with the Baja pescado tacos try the pomegranate margarita, yum!

C S.C Streets: Get the chilaquiles verdes and add chorizo. You won't be disappointed.