Best Tacos in Missouri

Street-style and stacked. The taquerias locals defend.

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Habaneros Mexican GrillJoplin, MOTacosMust Order: Sizzling Fajita TacosJoplin's go-to Mexican cantina for loaded street tacos, chile-marinated meats, and a sizzling fajita platter that arrives at the table with maximum theatrical smoke.

Tacos El GordoSpringfield, MOTacosMust Order: Trio of Pork Tacos (Trompo, Chicharones, Guisado)Authentic Mexican taqueria celebrated for its trio of pork taco preparations, trompo, chicharones in salsa verde, and guisado de puerco rojo, plus handmade pupusas.

Team TacoSpringfield, MOTacosMust Order: Smoked Pork Belly Globetrotter TacoBeloved indie taco spot known for 'small but mighty' corn tortilla tacos loaded with indulgent proteins like smoked pork belly with salsa verde and cotija cheese.

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Cesar's Old MexicoSpringfield, MOTacosMust Order: Cesar's Pork Street TacosA Springfield taco institution beloved for its slow-cooked Cesar's pork, juicy, tender shredded meat on street-style tortillas topped with fresh onion, cilantro, and guacamole.