TAQUERIA LA FONDA (タケリア ラ フォンダ)

It’s a tiny restaurant but the staff are so kind and accommodating we didn’t mind waiting as it was the best Mexican we have ever had. They knew what gluten free was and explained it to us clearly. They spoke excellent English and so with a like help of a translation app it was a fun and enjoyable experience. I recommend booking if you can as there is only about 3 tables plus a bar. Sit in the alley if you have to and it will be worth it.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

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

VERY good tacos. Pro tip: call their Japanese phone number (use Google voice or something) and make a reservation ahead of time. Just tell them you have celiac and they’ll point out what is safe.

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Best experience in Osaka! The owner is the cutest thing and makes the most authentic Mexican food you can find. He lived in Mexico just to provide the service here in Japan. The staff is amazing. I can’t say enough good things, but make sure you make a reservation unless you what to do a to-go because this place is high in demand.

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

— Very

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

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Chef Gan is the loveliest man and we had such a great time. Genuinely the best Mexican food I’ve ever had!

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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 tacos and nachos! Owner understands how to make the food safe for people with celiacs.

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

— Very

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

Amazing GF tacos. (Carnitas 👌🏼) Very knowledgeable and helpful! Definitely coming back!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

The best tacos I’ve ever had!! So good, all corn tortillas and the owner confirmed gluten free.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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

Delicious, authentic Mexican food. Great atmosphere.

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

— Very

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?

— Good

This place is awesome! Corn tortillas and plenty of options. Definitely would return. 300 yen a taco. I got eight of them and don’t regret it.

great mexican restaurant with most of the menu gluten free. just amazing!