L.A. Taco

https://lataco.com
Screenshot of the L.A. TACO website
L.A. TACO is an award-winning, independently owned and operated media platform. We bring our loyal readers and paying members street-level news stories that often cover L.A.'s most marginalized communities, stories that other publications wouldn't dare cover or don't have the credibility to report on. We also feature profiles on L.A.'s underground culture and the everyday heroes who propel our fine city. All of this is anchored by our constantly updated database of the best taquerías and affordable places to eat in this vital, continually evolving metropolis. Our reporting serves L.A.'s working communities outside the confines of L.A.'s trendy neighborhoods, in neighborhoods far south of 10, east of the 710, and north of the 101.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Los Angeles, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2005
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Los Angeles

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Environment
Politics
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Society and human rights
Migration
Journalism genres:
Reviews
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Mobile app

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Advertising
Audience support / reader revenue
Branded content or native advertising
Event sponsorships
Website subscriptions
Individual donations
Event ticket sales
Products and ecommerce
Sales of t-shirts, hats, and other products
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Audience support / reader revenue

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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