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    Tijuana-style street food from a truck usually parked outside Cobra Arcade Bar on Second Street, running until 2 a.m. on weekends for a reason. The chef behind the counter built a menu around classics like tacos al pastor and vampiros, then added birria ramen for anyone who wants to confuse their stomach in the best way. Phoenix New Times named it the top late-night Mexican food truck two years running, which tracks with the crowd spilling out of nearby bars.

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    • Tacos al pastor

      “Level up your night out with a trio of tacos al pastor, a crunchy, cheesy, satisfying vampiro or a hefty burrito.”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025
    • Spicy birria ramen

      “The truck is also known for its fusion dishes, including the spicy birria ramen, and specials such as birria nachos and loaded hot dogs.”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025
    • Birria nachos

      “The truck is also known for its fusion dishes, including the spicy birria ramen, and specials such as birria nachos and loaded hot dogs.”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025
    • Vampiro

      “Level up your night out with a trio of tacos al pastor, a crunchy, cheesy, satisfying vampiro or a hefty burrito.”

      Phoenix New Times, 2025

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