What to order at Fito's Taco de Trompo

The dish to know
Trompo (spit-carved pork) tacos, $2.30 each
Editor tip
Cash only; ATM not nearby. Get there before 1am if you want the full trompo still going.
CuisineTaqueria
Price$$
Neighborhoodoak-cliff
HoursSun-Thu 10:00-24:00; Fri-Sat 10:00-01:00
Open untilApprox 3am Fri-Sat; midnight weekdays
The dishTrompo (spit-carved pork) tacos, $2.30 each
PaymentCash only
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Tip: Cash only; ATM not nearby. Get there before 1am if you want the full trompo still going.

Location

Address: 4117 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75246

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