El Cotorro

This taco spot is an order at the counter type of spot in Nob Hill and has gluten free and vegan options. Unfortunately they do use shared fryers which cuts out the chips and a few other meats. But they have plenty of taco options that are grilled or can be. Their homemade hot sauces are great! We got the spiciest one, of course. The elote is fab and can be made vegan! They have alcohol and ice cream as well.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Hands down, best tacos I’ve ever had in my life!!

The woman at the cash register was really friendly and knowledgeable about what I could have: no chips (shared fryer) no beans (simmered with beer) no fish tacos (battered) and no carne asada. I think pretty much everything else was fine - which I was fine with because I wanted the shrimp tacos. Holy cow they were amazing. Ordered 2, then got 2 more! Elote was awesome too - could get either a full or half ear of corn. Margarita was also GF and awesome. Great little spot for people watching - it has a pretty big outdoor seating area that was really fun. Their website belies how great this place is. Don’t miss it if you’re in ABQ!! (Also the only reason I give it 4 stars is because there’s not a separate fryer for the chips. Otherwise for me it would be 5)

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great taqueria that can make most tacos gf. Incredibly tasty and a step above most street tacos. Elote was wonderful as well. They even have a button on their register to indicate which orders are for people with celiacs to take extra precautions. Very knowledgeable!!! Bring your own chips however as the fryer is shared. Everyone loved them, celiac or not.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious tacos, all winners. Best Al pastor I've had. Most options gluten free. Staff very knowledgeable. Fresh corn tortillas as default on almost all tacos.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Street tacos, so small but tasty! A bit on the expensive side, but I felt safe and so far no reactions. Staff very knowledgeable.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers delivery
• Offers outdoor seating

Amazing tacos with handmade corn tortillas.

GF WAFFLE CONES. You’re welcome.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

These are amazing tacos and the Spivey margarita was bomb too! I will absolutely be back!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I went there for Taco Tuesday, but they have taco specials most days of the week. The wait staff is very conscientious of what items are gluten free and/ or vegetarian or vegan. There are lots of meat options too. I tried one of everything with my boyfriend with the exception of the asada which is made with beer there. You can also request tacos that are usually made with flour tortillas with amazing homemade GF corn tortillas if you ask. We told the waitress I was Gluten Free, and she stamped our ticket with "GLUTEN FREE" for the cook staff to see. All of the items we tried were great, and they had a refreshing pallet of flavors to try. We will be returning!