La Quinta + Palm Desert Tacos al pastor balance savory and sweet, with marinated pork, pineapple, and onion on warm corn tortillas. On Tuesdays, try the special: tacos gobernador, a dish from Sinaloa, filled with shrimp and melty cheese. Owners Ramiro and Martina Mendoza credit the recipes to Ramiro’s mom. Desert Hot Springs The family-run spot serves Mexico City–inspired tacos with a wide range of fillings, from carne asada and carnitas to shrimp, marlin, and octopus.