Red Taco • Tempe, AZ

Bold tacos. Better wine. Perfect pairings.

Taco-and-wine pairing guides, curated recommendations, and tasting events in the Tempe/Phoenix area—built for food and wine lovers who want a pairing that just works.

How it works

Pair with confidence—fast.

Clear, scannable pairing cards that tell you what to pour, why it works, and what to swap if you’re out of a bottle.

Start with the taco

Choose a style (al pastor, carnitas, shrimp, veggie) and get a short list of wines that match heat, fat, and acidity.

Match the wine type

Prefer reds, whites, rosé, or bubbles? We’ll point you to tacos that make that bottle shine.

Seasonal picks

Fresh guides for what’s in season—lighter pours for warm nights, richer pairings when it cools down.

Popular pairing guides

Find your next go-to combo.

Start with a guide, then save your favorites for your next taco night.

Overhead view of chicken tacos on a platter

By Taco Style

From smoky carne asada to bright fish tacos—pairings tuned to the filling, salsa, and heat level.

Browse by Taco Style
Wine tasting setup with bottles and glasses

By Wine Type

Reds, whites, rosé, and sparkling—find tacos that complement your bottle (and avoid clashes).

Browse by Wine Type
Mexican tostadas with beef, cabbage, salsa, and crema

Seasonal Picks

Limited-time pairings inspired by what’s fresh right now—plus easy substitutions.

See Seasonal Picks

Private tastings (60 minutes, up to 10 guests)

Host a guided taco-and-wine pairing for your group—perfect for birthdays, team outings, or a just-because Friday.

Availability: Fri–Sun, 5–9pm. We’ll confirm a date/time by email and tailor the lineup to your spice tolerance and wine preferences.

Request a Private Tasting

What people love about Red Taco

A few notes from readers and event guests.

★★★★★

“The pairing cards are so clear. I finally understand why certain wines work with spicy salsas.”

Shrimp tacos on a table

Alyssa M.

Pairing guide reader

★★★★★

“We booked a private tasting for a small birthday group—fun, relaxed, and the recommendations were spot-on.”

Two people enjoying street tacos

Jordan K.

Private tasting guest

★★★★★

“Seasonal picks are my favorite—quick swaps when I can’t find the exact bottle.”

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Sam R.

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Questions or want to host an event?

Email us at christopher4306@godaddy.com—we’re email-only.