Crest Taco
Go for the carne asada or carnitas, get a side of the house salsa. Hillcrest spot that locals have figured out but hasn't hit the tourist rotation yet. Sit at the counter if there's space, watch them work the grill. You'll be back before you planned to leave.
Carne asada or carnitas tacos. Order extra salsa. The homemade stuff hits different than what you'll find three blocks over.
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