Charlie’s Tacos Okinawa, Japan
30 May
One of my favorite local taco restaurants on island is Charlie’s Tacos. Today I decided that I would stop by and have some tacos before I leave and really regret not getting my Okinawan taco fix.
Charlie’s Tacos has some really great tasting food. You will probably pay a little more than what you are use to for a taco, but I am sure you will appreciate their unique style.
Charlie’s Tacos is a very popular spot and that is evident as soon as you walk through the door. Every time I have been there the place is just packed.
I generally stick with and suggest getting their two tacos and taco rice set for ¥980. One of my favorite things about this set is their taco rice. They give you the option of ordering it regular or spicy. I promise you that their spicy taco rice is definitely out of this world because every time I go there I inhale it!
Charlie’s Tacos isn’t a new place to grab a great tasting taco in Okinawa. You will notice everywhere that Charlie’s has been providing great service and amazing taco since 1956. If you don’t trust me, have a look at their walls. They are covered with satisfied customers throughout the years.
I always go to the Charlie’s Tacos right outside of Kadena Air Base gate 2. But, if you are in Naha on Kokusai street, make sure you check out their second location.
The bottom line is that I have really enjoyed going to Charlie’s Tacos for the past three years. If you have a chance, check it out!
Helpful Information
Hours/Phone
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Phone: 098 937-4627
Location/Directions
Location: 4-11-5 Chuo, Okinawa-City
Directions: Charlie’s Tacos is only a five minute walk from Kadena Air Base Gate 2 and is located on B.C. street.
From Kadena Air Base gate 2, drive straight a couple of lights and make a left. You will reach B.C. street. Make a left on B.C. street and Charlie’s Tacos will be on your right.
So its Mexican you want? You’re not gonna find the good stuff in Japan. You should come over to Texas for the best Mexican in the Country.
Don’t forget the CoCo’s I miss that so much…
Tom,
Texas is definitely not Japan!!
Chris,
If you love Cocos so much, just drop like 1500 for a plane ticket so you can get some CoCos and fly back immediately after. I am trying to get my last second food fixes in before we leave Okinawa.
For what’s it worth… I’m still down for buying CoCo’s for Chris and dumping it on the ground in front of him.
But anyways, I owe my knowledge of Charlie’s Tacos to you, Jason. It’s one of my favorite taco (Japanese anyways) places now.
BTW.. nice shot on that last picture.
emm. bookmarked..
I was stationed at Kadena from 1977-1982. I ate at Charlies many times. I hope my poster on the number of taco’s and hot sauces ate is still posted. 376 FMS
Dan,
They still have tons of stuff posted on the walls. Your poster is probably still there with your claim to fame!! I could really go for some Charlies right about now!
That would be so sweet!! Back in the late 70′s and early 80′s that was the place to go. Or a Kobe Beef dinner. Gosh I think we ate something like 100 taco’s and 50 things of sauce and lots of beer. Hey thanks for shouting back. Do you remember the band Murasaki? They were great.
Some of my best memories of “THE ROCK” are of Charlie’s Tacos. It is nice to know some things never change.
Came across my stash of (now old) Okinawa matchbooks. Yep, got a Charlie’s Tacos one right here:
“Welcome
to
Charlie’s Place
No1 Tacos
open
10:30am – 10:30pm
Tel 09893-7-4627
Goya# 1521-2 (B.C. St.)
Okinawa City
Experience 20 Years”
Hoping someday to get back there…
Mike,
I left Okinawa about a year ago and have been thinking about ways to get back there. How long ago was it you were in Okinawa?
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