La Sirenita Menu Prices 2026: Tacos, Burritos & More

Individual street tacos at La Sirenita are priced at $3.00 to $3.50 depending on protein. Standard proteins (carne asada, pollo, carnitas, chorizo, al pastor) are $3.25 each; specialty proteins like lengua and cabeza run $3.50. The vegetarian taco is $3.00. Confirm at your specific location, as pricing may vary slightly between Portland-area stores.

La Sirenita has multiple locations across Portland, Oregon. Core locations include stores on NE Alberta Street, NE Broadway, and other Portland neighborhoods. Hours vary by location. Check the official website at lasirenita.com for the current list of locations, addresses and hours -- the location count and hours can change seasonally.

Yes -- La Sirenita is widely credited as one of Portland's most authentic Mexican taquerias. The restaurant focuses on traditional street-food staples -- tacos with corn tortillas, al pastor cooked on a trompo (vertical spit), house-made salsas, pozole and tortas on telera rolls. Local food media (Willamette Week, Portland Monthly) have consistently ranked La Sirenita among Portland's best Mexican restaurants for its no-frills, flavor-forward approach.

La Sirenita's most popular items by reputation and local reviews are the al pastor taco (achiote pork with pineapple on a corn tortilla), carne asada taco, and the burritos -- particularly the Super Burrito. The pozole rojo (traditional red hominy soup) is a standout for cold-weather visits and draws regulars specifically for it. House-made horchata and agua fresca are consistently mentioned as must-orders.

Yes. La Sirenita offers vegetarian versions of most menu staples: a vegetarian taco ($3.00), burrito vegetariano ($8.75), and the quesadilla de queso ($8.50). The chile relleno plate is also vegetarian. Sides like chips and salsa, guacamole, rice and beans, and all the agua fresca and horchata drinks are vegetarian or vegan-friendly (confirm rice and beans preparation at your location).

La Sirenita occupies the affordable, no-frills street-food end of Portland's Mexican dining scene. Tacos run $3.00 to $3.50 -- significantly cheaper than sit-down Mexican restaurants in Portland where tacos typically start at $5 to $7. The closest competitor in the same category is Xico and Por Que No Taqueria (slightly more upscale), while Los Tacos No. 1 and similar taquerias occupy the same value tier. La Sirenita's al pastor and pozole are frequently cited as unmatched in the city at this price point.

Al pastor is achiote-marinated pork cooked on a vertical rotisserie spit (trompo), then shaved off thinly and served on corn tortillas with pineapple, onion and cilantro -- one of the most iconic Mexican street-food proteins. La Sirenita is one of the few Portland taquerias that uses a traditional trompo rather than sauteed pork. The al pastor taco is $3.25 and is consistently listed as the best-value item on the menu by local food writers.

Most La Sirenita locations accept both cash and major credit/debit cards, though acceptance can vary by location. Some counter-service locations may be cash-preferred. Confirm with your specific location before visiting -- the official website at lasirenita.com lists location-specific details.

Yes -- La Sirenita is one of Portland's go-to spots for a fast, affordable lunch. Counter service is quick (typical wait 5 to 10 minutes for tacos), and a satisfying meal of two or three tacos plus a drink runs around $10 to $12. The NE Portland locations in particular are popular for lunch with local office workers and families. Many locations close in the early evening, so check hours before a dinner visit.