Mexican Food in Santa Cruz

Recipes made with love, attention to detail, and family traditions — shared with our community one plate at a time.

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“Authentic flavors that span generations.”

— Aunt Maria

Welcome to Our Familia

Taqueria Los Pericos is a family Mexican restaurant on Water Street in downtown Santa Cruz, a short walk from Pacific Avenue. Locals come here for handmade tacos, super burritos, the signature Pericos Taco, and weekend menudo — recipes cooked with love, attention to detail, and family traditions.

Every recipe at Taqueria Los Pericos is made with love, attention to detail, and family traditions passed from one generation to the next. In our cocina we still cook the way our family taught us — small batches, honest ingredients, and the patience a great taco deserves. From our table to yours, every bite is a celebration of home.
Family team at Taqueria Los Pericos Mexican restaurant in Santa Cruz

Savor Our Pericos Taco

The Pericos Taco is our signature bite: tender meat, melted cheese, creamy avocado, cilantro, and sweet onion on a warm tortilla. It is made with love, attention to detail, and the family traditions we grew up with — a little celebration in every fold.

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“Family recipes that nourish body and soul.”

— Mama Perico

Make Your Event Even More Vibrant

Planning a birthday, office lunch, or a backyard fiesta? Let our familia cook for yours. We bring the same recipes made with love, attention to detail, and family traditions — trays of tacos, burritos, and salsas that turn any gathering into a celebration.

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Catering Mexican food trays from Taqueria Los Pericos in Santa Cruz

“From our ancestors' kitchens to yours.”

— Aunt Maria

“Generations of excellence in every meal.”

— The Pericos Family

“We don't just feed you; we welcome you to the family.”

— Papa Perico

What People Say

“Generations of love in every enchilada.”

— Abuela Rosa

Come Say Hola!

Address
139 Water St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Phone
(831) 469-7685

Hours
Monday: 09:00AM-10:30PM
Tuesday: 09:00AM-10:30PM
Wednesday: 09:00AM-10:30PM
Thursday: 09:00AM-11:00PM
Friday: 09:00AM-11:00PM
Saturday: 09:00AM-11:00PM
Sunday: 09:00AM-10:00PM

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Mexican Food FAQ

Taqueria Los Pericos in Santa Cruz is at 139 Water St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, near downtown and Pacific Avenue. Street parking and pickup are available.

We are known for authentic Mexican tacos, the Pericos Taco, carne asada, al pastor, super burritos, Cali burritos, shrimp dishes, chile rellenos, and family-style plates made from traditional recipes.

Yes. Order pickup in Santa Cruz, get delivery through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub, or book catering for parties and office lunches across Santa Cruz County.

Monday: 09:00AM-10:30PM. Tuesday: 09:00AM-10:30PM. Wednesday: 09:00AM-10:30PM. Thursday: 09:00AM-11:00PM. Friday: 09:00AM-11:00PM. Saturday: 09:00AM-11:00PM. Sunday: 09:00AM-10:00PM.