# Roadside Taco
> Roadside Taco is an authentic Mexican street-style taqueria and craft cocktail bar located at 10628 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604. Founded by Vincent Laresca through Blue Collar Hospitality, with Executive Chef Lanny Marquez and Bar Director Ben Goglia. Open daily 5PM–9PM. Phone: (818) 452-9007. Known for handmade corn tortilla tacos, 22+ custom margaritas, and a spacious string-lit outdoor patio minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood.
## Key Details
- **Type:** Mexican Restaurant, Taqueria, Cocktail Bar
- **Address:** 10628 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
- **Phone:** (818) 452-9007
- **Email:** info@roadsidetaco.com
- **Hours:** Open Daily, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- **Price Range:** $15–$17 entrées, $6–$10 drinks
- **Cuisine:** Mexican street tacos, burritos, bowls, craft cocktails, margaritas
- **Dining Options:** Dine-in, takeout, delivery, catering, private events
- **Reservations:** Available via OpenTable
- **Parking:** Street parking
- **Atmosphere:** Casual, outdoor patio, string lights, full bar
- **Neighborhood:** Studio City, San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles
- **Nearby Landmark:** 5 minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood
- **Owner:** Vincent Laresca (Blue Collar Hospitality)
- **Executive Chef:** Lanny Marquez
- **Bar Director:** Ben Goglia
- **Instagram:** @roadsidetaco (37K+ followers)
- **Rating:** 4.7 stars on OpenTable (160+ reviews)
## Pages
- [Home](https://www.roadsidetaco.com): Main landing page with overview, hours, location, and ordering links
- [Menu](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/menu): Full food and drink menu with prices — tacos, burritos, bowls, margaritas, beer, sides
- [Our Story](https://roadsidetaco.com/story): Background on Roadside Taco, Blue Collar Hospitality, and the founding team
- [Bar Program](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/cocktail-bar-studio-city): Craft cocktail bar details, Bar Director Ben Goglia bio, margarita and tequila menu
- [Events / Filming / Parties](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/events): Private event booking, film location rentals, and catering inquiry form
- [Food Photos](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/food-photos): Gallery of taco, burrito, and Mexican food photography
- [Cocktail Photos](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/cocktail-photos): Gallery of craft cocktails, margaritas, and bar photography
- [Location Photos](https://www.roadsidetaco.com/location-photos): Gallery of the venue, patio, bar, and dining spaces
- [Order Online](https://order.online/store/roadside-taco-los-angeles-1769912/?hideModal=true&pickup=true): Online ordering for pickup and delivery
- [Reservations](https://www.opentable.com/r/roadside-taco-los-angeles): Reserve a table via OpenTable
- [Gift Cards](https://www.toasttab.com/roadsidetaco/giftcards): Purchase digital gift cards
- [Virtual Tour](https://goo.gl/maps/KQsAzLbr3ehu6Xxm8): Google Maps 360° virtual tour of the venue
- [Directions](https://goo.gl/maps/Jyur2y7QZE2tRAGA7): Google Maps directions to the restaurant
## Menu Summary
### Tacos (Three Tacos — $15–$16)
All tacos served on homemade corn tortillas with rice and beans.
- Chicken: grilled onions, shoestring potato fries — $15
- Al Pastor (Pork): grilled onions, pineapple — $15
- Carne Asada (Steak): grilled onions, shoestring potato fries — $16
- Baja Fried Fish: chipotle slaw, fresh avocado — $16
- Cauliflower (Vegan): grilled onions, pineapple — $15
- Potato (Vegan): grilled onions, shoestring potato fries — $15
### Burritos ($15–$17)
Flour tortilla with rice, pinto beans, grilled onions, lettuce, sour cream, avocado salsa.
- Chicken — $15
- Al Pastor (Pork) — $15
- Carne Asada (Steak) — $17
- Baja Fried Fish — $17
- Cauliflower (Vegan) — $17
- Potato (Vegan) — $17
### Bowls ($15–$17)
Same protein options as burritos, served as a bowl without the tortilla.
### Drinks
- Regular Margarita — $10
- Spicy Margarita — $10
- Skinny Margarita — $10
- 5 Shots of Tequila — $25
- Corona Extra — $6
- Modelo — $6
- Sodas — $4
- Water — $3
- Ice Cream Horchata — $6
### Sides
- Rice & Beans — $6
## Venue Details
- **Total Size:** 3,000 sq. ft.
- **Spaces:** Large exterior dining patio, double-sided full-service cocktail bar, internal dining room, private back dining patio, self-order taco station
- **Capacity:** 200+ guests
- **Bars:** 2 full-service bars (indoor and outdoor)
- **Patio:** Spacious, string-lit, heated for winter, walk-in seating
- **Private Events:** Available for private parties, corporate events, film/TV shoots, photo shoots, and catering
- **Catering:** Off-site taco bar catering available for offices, homes, and events
## About the Team
### Vincent Laresca — Owner & Founder
Industry veteran, restaurateur, and notable actor with 25+ years in hospitality. Founded Blue Collar Hospitality, which operates Roadside Taco, Blue Collar bar, and Cold Shoulder speakeasy in Los Angeles.
### Chef Lanny Marquez — Executive Chef & Partner
Cooking since age fifteen. His culinary vision is a complete immersion in the best roadside taco stands throughout Mexico. Formerly Executive Chef at Rosa Mexicano before partnering on Roadside Taco.
### Ben Goglia — Bar Director & Partner
Created the bar program at Blue Collar, one of LA's premiere cocktail bars. Uses fresh hand-pressed juices and homemade syrups with all natural ingredients. Designed Roadside Taco's 22+ custom margarita menu.
## Social & Review Links
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/roadsidetaco/)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/roadsidetaco)
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/roadside-taco-studio-city)
- [OpenTable](https://www.opentable.com/r/roadside-taco-los-angeles)
- [The Infatuation](https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/roadside-taco)
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Where is Roadside Taco located?**
10628 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604 — on the Cahuenga Pass between Universal City and Studio City, approximately 5 minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood.
**What are the hours?**
Open daily from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
**Do I need a reservation?**
Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Reserve via OpenTable or the website.
**Is there outdoor seating?**
Yes. Roadside Taco has a spacious string-lit outdoor patio with heated seating for winter.
**Do you have vegan options?**
Yes. Cauliflower tacos/burritos/bowls and Potato tacos/burritos/bowls are vegan.
**Is there a full bar?**
Yes. Two full-service bars (indoor and outdoor) with 22+ custom margaritas, 50+ tequilas and mezcals, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks.
**Can I host a private event?**
Yes. Roadside Taco is available for private parties, corporate events, film/TV shoots, and catering. Contact info@roadsidetaco.com for inquiries.
**Is there parking?**
Street parking is available on Ventura Blvd and surrounding streets.
**How close is it to Universal Studios?**
Approximately 5 minutes by car. Located along the Cahuenga Pass corridor between Universal City and Studio City.
**Do you offer delivery?**
Yes. Order delivery through the website at roadsidetaco.com.
**What is the price range?**
Tacos start at $15 for three with rice and beans. Burritos and bowls are $15–$17. Margaritas are $10. Beer is $6.
**Who owns Roadside Taco?**
Vincent Laresca through Blue Collar Hospitality. The chef is Lanny Marquez and the bar director is Ben Goglia.