La 89 operates as a neighborhood taquería with a Michelin Bib Gourmand distinction - a contradiction that shapes everything about eating here. The *quesabirria* justifies the reputation: consommé layered with spice, meat that's genuinely integrated rather than stuffed, tortillas that taste made-to-order. Charcoal heat leaves a smoke signature on the carne asada that separates it from standard grill work. The room is small and bare-bones - stools, counter, art on brick walls - but the service reads more refined than the format promises. The real friction: prices exceed what a taquería customer expects, and the kitchen runs out of items often enough to matter. Best as a single-visit destination; return visits demand tolerance for inconsistency.
La 89 earns its Bib Gourmand and then some: the birria here, whether in a taco or a quesabirria, is the kind that makes the price, steep for a taquería, feel beside the point once you are dipping into the consomé
What to order
The quesabirria with consommé for dipping is the standout; ask for it before stock runs out.
Reservations
No reservations. Arrive early on weekends to avoid incomplete menus and long waits.
Price range
High for the format - expect prices well above a standard neighborhood taquería despite Michelin recognition.
Vibe
Compact, counter-only space with stools and brick walls. Informal but service-oriented; expect 1–2 hours.