Every taco tells a story our family has carried for generations. Fresh ingredients, traditional techniques, and the kind of hospitality that turns first-time visitors into regulars.
Why Dayton Chooses Us
We don't cut corners. From the salsa we make fresh each morning to the tortillas we press by hand, everything about our food reflects the same care our family has always put into every meal.
Our recipes come straight from our family's kitchen in Mexico. No shortcuts, no compromises — just the same dishes we grew up eating, made the right way.
We're not a chain. We're your neighbors. When you eat here, you're supporting a local family that cares about the community we all share.
Great food shouldn't cost a fortune. Our portions are generous, our prices are fair, and every dollar you spend goes toward keeping our kitchen running.
Our Menu
Every dish is prepared fresh to order. Come hungry — you won't regret it.
Marinated pork, pineapple, cilantro, and onion on handmade corn tortillas. Our most popular order.
Flour tortilla packed with your choice of meat, refried beans, rice, cheese, and our house salsa.
Corn tortillas filled with chicken, smothered in tangy tomatillo sauce, topped with crema and queso fresco.
Hand-mashed avocados with lime, jalapeño, cilantro, and sea salt. Served with crispy tortilla chips.
Crispy tortilla chips piled high with melted cheese, beans, jalapeños, pico de gallo, and sour cream.
Traditional rice milk drink with cinnamon and a touch of vanilla. Refreshing, creamy, and perfectly sweet.
This is just a selection. Ask about our daily specials and full beverage menu.
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Family Owned
& Locally Loved
Our Story
Taqueria la Herradura wasn't born from a business plan. It was born from a simple conviction: the food our family has made for each other for decades deserves to be shared with the community that welcomes us.
Every morning, our kitchen starts early. The salsa is roasted, the tortillas are pressed, the meats are seasoned with the same spice blends we've used since day one. We don't freeze what we can make fresh, and we don't rush what deserves patience.
When you sit down at our counter or pull up a chair at one of our tables, you're not just getting a meal. You're getting a piece of a tradition that's been passed down through generations — and we're honored to share it with you.
Fresh
Prepared daily from scratch
Real
No shortcuts, no fillers
Warm
Hospitality that feels like home
Fair
Honest prices for honest food
What People Say
"I've been to a lot of Mexican restaurants in the area, and nothing comes close. The tacos here taste like what my abuela used to make. This is the real deal."
Maria G.
Dayton resident
"We brought our whole family here for Sunday dinner and everyone left happy. The portions are huge and the prices can't be beat. We'll definitely be back every week."
James T.
Family dinners
"The horchata alone is worth the visit, but the food? Absolutely incredible. You can tell they care about what they're putting on your plate. Best Mexican food in the area, hands down."
Sarah L.
Food enthusiast
Find Us
We're right in the heart of Dayton, easy to find and always ready to welcome you. Walk in or give us a call — we'll have your order ready.
Our Address
216 Ferry St
Dayton, OR 97114-9770
Hours
Monday – Sunday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Stop by 216 Ferry St, call us at (971) 267-6529, or just show up hungry. We'll take care of the rest.
