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La Imperial Taqueria
Street tacos with lime and salsa roja on hand-painted talavera tile

Mexican

La Imperial Taqueria

Bold, authentic Mexican eats — handmade tortillas, served fresh daily in Shafter & Wasco.

(661) 746-1717

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Tacos al carbon with cilantro and onion on a wooden board

What people come back for

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Bold, Authentic, Ours

La Imperial Taqueria brings a bold, authentic Mexican dining experience to Kern County — a kitchen driven by intensity and tradition, where every plate is built with open-flame character and carefully balanced seasoning.

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Handmade-tortilla tacos with radish and cucumber

What our guests say

The carnitas were crunchy yet moist and the tortilla was made as if grandma had made it.
Nicholas A.
Delicious and large street tacos — tortillas the size of a hand. Great place for a date or even family night.
Holly C.
The barbacoa special came with 3 handmade tortillas that were to die for. A total gem.
Milind P.

Reserve your table

Planning a visit? Reserve your table ahead of time for a smooth dining experience at our Shafter and Wasco locations.

Catering for every occasion

Catering designed for gatherings of all sizes — bold Mexican flavors and freshly prepared trays, from casual get-togethers to larger celebrations.

Hours

Mon–Sun
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Find Us

189 E Lerdo Hwy, Shafter, CA 93263

(661) 746-1717All 2 locations →

Good to know

What is La Imperial Taqueria known for?

Handmade tortillas pressed to order, quesabirria with consomé for dipping, and generously built street tacos — bold, authentic Mexican cooking made fresh daily.

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, both. Order pickup right here on our site with no marketplace markups, or call your nearest location about delivery.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Shafter, Wasco, and the surrounding Kern County communities from our two locations.

Do you cater events?

We do — from casual get-togethers to larger celebrations. Call (661) 746-1717 and we'll build a spread for your occasion.

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