Taqueria Del Sol
Counter-service taqueria on Highway 1 in downtown Gualala for breakfast burritos, tacos, and tamales.
- Mon 8:00 AM – 7:00 AM
- Tue 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wed 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Today
- Thu 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Fri 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sat 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sun 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Along Highway 1
Leg times are driving estimates along Highway 1.
South to north along Highway 1: Stewarts Point Store, then ~5 min to Sea Ranch Lodge, then ~15 min to Gualala Downtown, then ~25 min to Point Arena Downtown. Taqueria Del Sol is the venue on this page.
Nearby
Within a short walk
Cove Azul Bar & Grill · Dolphin Gallery · Four-Eyed Frog Books · Gualala Pizza & Bakery · Gualala Supermarket · Surf Market · Trinks Cafe · Upper Crust Pizza · Vue Kitchen · Wood N Arts Gallery
A short drive
- JR's Home and Auto 0.3 mi NW
- Gualala Seafood Shack 0.4 mi NW
- Gualala Point Regional Park 0.6 mi S
- Gualala Arts Center 0.6 mi E
Restaurant
A no-frills, counter-style Mexican eatery right on CA-1 in downtown Gualala — order at the counter, then grab a table indoors or outside. The kitchen covers the taqueria staples: breakfast burritos, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and tamales, with chips and salsa on the side. It's a regular lunch stop for locals rather than a destination restaurant — reliable, affordable, and quick.
What to Order
- Breakfast burritos — a popular way to start the day before heading out on Highway 1
- Tacos — the core order; go with whatever protein is on hand
- Burritos — the larger, shareable option
- Enchiladas — a plated option beyond the counter-service staples
- Tamales — worth asking about if you want something more traditional
- Chips and salsa — the standard starter
Exact fillings, prices, and daily specials aren't independently confirmed here — check the counter menu on arrival if you have a specific dish in mind.
Before You Go
- Counter service — order inside, then take a table indoors or on the outdoor seating
- Takeout is available; delivery is not
- Beer, coffee, and dessert are all on the menu
- Free parking on-site and on the street
- Fully wheelchair accessible (parking, entrance, seating)
- Cards and tap-to-pay accepted — no cash needed
- Kids' menu available; set up for families and groups
- A short walk down Highway 1 from Trinks Cafe — easy to pair with other quick stops in downtown Gualala
- Follow @taqueriadelsol on Instagram for daily specials
What visitors say
- Enchiladas suizas are the repeat standout — "I can not drive through town without stopping to enjoy it" (Google review)
- The California burrito earns specific praise — "The grilled onions actually made it one of the best california burritos I've had" (Google review)
- Family-run warmth is the through-line — reviewers consistently describe the owners as kind and the space as casual and "intimately-sized" (Google review)
- Portions are generous for the price — "Good sized portions for the price" (Google review)
- Know the taco formats — the Taco Tuesday special uses fried shells while the regular menu tacos are street-taco size; one reviewer wished they'd known before ordering