Taqueria La Michoacana NG

Not too long after I moved to Oklahoma City, I was introduced to Taqueria La Michoacana. It has since set the standard for how I judge and rate other taquerias. The Al Pastor is incredible. They build it on a trompo and it’s what draws your attention as soon as you walk in. It’s beautiful. The meat is shaved super thin, as it should be, and traditionally served with cilantro, onion, and pineapple, but of course, I leave off the pineapple. After a squeeze of lime is applied to the tacos, I reach for one of their four salsas that they provide you with. They have their salsa roja, their hottest salsa, a salsa verde, a delicious tomatillo salsa with a kick from jalapeños, a habanero crema and an avocado crema. I use all four salsas together. I think they all compliment one another and go perfectly with the Al Pastor. I tend to get lost in the sauce. I absolutely love them. And I haven’t even gotten to the homemade tortillas. The tacos come with two tortillas, as is tradition in most places. They’re soft, warm, and fragrant. A delicious vessel that transports the rest of the amazing ingredients that make up the tacos. I would rate the average Al Pastor taco that I’ve had at Michoacana between an 8.9 and a 9.2. That’s an extremely high rating and it’s ultimately set the bar for how I view other taquerias. I absolutely love this taqueria and I go once or twice a week. When I try other taquerias I often find myself disappointed because Taqueria La Michoacana has spoiled me and has set the bar so high that it’s nearly impossible to match. I highly recommend that you go visit this wonderful establishment if you live in or near OKC or you plan on visiting or are just passing through. It’s definitely worth it and you won’t be disappointed. 4922 NW 23rd St, Oklahoma City, OK 73127.