Los Gallos, the only thing worth getting stuck at a red light in Scotts Valley for.

Bacaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

    There are two things that drive me nuts in this world. Chihuahuas and the City of Scotts Valley. When I heard that my Chihuahua owning neighbors, whose dog would incessantly keep me up at night with its brain piercing bark, owned a Taqueria in Scotts Valley, let’s just say I was VERY skeptical.  

     Located in the Safeway shopping center better known for its grid-lock inducing parking lot, Taqueria Los Gallos, probably named for the several chickens that seemed to hang out it my yard, offers all forms of standard Taqueria faire. After being welcomed with a hearty greeting from the man behind the counter, I opted for a carnitas Super Burrito which had been suggested by friends. Now I don't usually go for carnitas in a burrito, yet one bite of Los Gallos' crunchy stringy strips has changed my mind for good. I'd call the size of the burrito suitable for a large appetite, and definitely worth the price of around $6.00. Free chips and a plethora of salsa choices at the salsa bar are a plus in my book. While the carnitas is undoubtedly among the top 3 I've ever tried, the taste seems to overshadow the bland rice and average bean components. I kept thinking I should have simply ordered a carnitas Taco, which would accentuate its flavor, as the more bland extras of the burrito seemed to take away from its taste. In all I left satisfied and full, ready for a fantastic journey through a parking lot teeming with angry horn happy Senior citizens and Monster Trucks (beat up trucks with Monster beverage stickers). Luckily I made all the green lights out of town, allowing me to enjoy an extra 4 hours of the day. 

The Wrap: Location = 2 Nice, yet plastic strip mall environs, probably considered luxurious for Scotts Valley residents. Price = 2 Around six dollars. Authenticity = 2 The carnitas is a special treat, Burrito and components are average. Taste = 2 Did I mention the carnitas yet?