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May 26, 2026
Carne asada is the taco you order when you want substance. While al pastor delivers sweet-savory complexity and fish tacos bring coastal freshness, a well-made carne asada taco is pure steak satisfaction — beefy, smoky, and deeply satisfying.
At Roadside Taco in Studio City, the carne asada taco is built to showcase the steak rather than bury it under toppings and sauces.
The Cut and the Cook
The carne asada at Roadside Taco is grilled to bring out the natural beef flavor while adding a layer of char and smoke. It's sliced and served on a handmade corn tortilla with grilled onions, shoestring potato fries, and fresh avocado.
The combination of steak and shoestring fries is one of those pairings that sounds unusual until you try it. The thin, crispy fries add a salty crunch that plays against the tender, smoky steak in a way that makes every bite interesting. And the fresh avocado provides a creamy richness that rounds everything out.
The Premium Choice
Carne asada tacos carry a $1 per taco upcharge from the base $15 plate price, making a three-taco order $18 with rice and beans. It's worth every penny. The steak quality at Roadside Taco is a step above what most taco shops at this price point deliver — you're getting real grilled steak, not mystery meat from a steam tray.
Check out the carne asada plating in the food photos gallery.
Beyond the Taco
The carne asada steak is also available in two other formats on the menu:
As a burrito — wrapped in a flour tortilla with rice, pinto beans, grilled onions, lettuce, sour cream, and avocado salsa for $17. This is the heartiest option and the one that fills you up through a long afternoon.
As a bowl — all the burrito ingredients over rice without the wrap for $17. Lighter than the burrito but still substantial enough for a full meal.
The Perfect Steak Taco Drink
A carne asada taco wants a drink that can stand up to the richness of the steak. The Regular Margarita from the bar program is the classic pairing — the lime cuts through the beef fat, and the tequila complements the smoky char. For beer drinkers, a Modelo is the go-to: clean, crisp, and built for exactly this kind of food.
Taco Tuesday Carne Asada
On Tuesdays, even the carne asada tacos drop to the $2 Taco Tuesday price (plus the $1 upcharge — so $3 per taco). Three grilled steak tacos for $9 on a Tuesday is one of the best steak deals in the San Fernando Valley. Add extended happy hour margaritas and you've got a serious Tuesday night.
Roadside Taco, 10628 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604. Call 818-452-9007.