Humberto's Taco Shop
Order the carnitas tacos or the carne asada. Eat at the counter or the plastic tables outside. Humberto's has been here long enough that the regulars don't look up when you walk in. That's the sign you picked right.
Carnitas tacos. The carne asada. Skip anything wrapped. The corn tortillas matter here.
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