DJ Lex Oakland brings the same high-octane energy to the grill that he used to rock the dance floor, creating the Bay’s most addictive street taco experience.
Meet the Master of the Mix
Born in the heart of West Oakland and powered by authentic hip-hop soul.
Famous for the signature golden hot sauce and unapologetic, stretchy cheese pulls.
Long before 'Sexy Queso' became a household name in the East Bay, it was a quiet experiment happening in a private kitchen after the club lights went out. Lex, known to the world as DJ Lex Oakland, spent his nights reading crowds and mixing tracks, but his mornings were dedicated to a different kind of rhythm: the sizzle of marinated carne asada and the precise melt of premium queso. What began as a way to feed friends after late-night sets quickly transformed into something much larger. Lex realized that the same soul, timing, and energy he used to pack a dance floor could be translated into the perfect street taco.
He didn't just want to make food; he wanted to create a vibe. This wasn't about refined dining—it was about 'unapologetic indulgence.' He spent months perfecting the 'Golden Hot Sauce,' a secret recipe designed to provide a rhythmic balance of heat and tang that hit like a heavy bass drop. When he finally took the grill to the corner of 24th and San Pablo in West Oakland, the neighborhood didn't just notice; they became obsessed. The line started small but grew rapidly through word-of-mouth, eventually earning Sexy Queso Tacos the title of '#1 Street Tacos in Oakland.'
Today, the brand serves as a bridge between Oakland’s rich hip-hop culture and its legendary street food scene. Whether it’s the viral 'Big Ass Gigante Bean Tostada' or the legendary birria cheese-pull, every item on the menu is a performance in itself. Lex still brings his charisma to every service, treating the grill like a set of turntables and every customer like a front-row guest. It’s a story of grit, passion, and the belief that when you lead with soul, the community will always show up. Sexy Queso Tacos isn't just a business—it's the heartbeat of the Town, served one cheesy, spicy plate at a time.
“Come get sexy with your food” isn’t just a slogan; it’s an invitation to experience the unapologetic, indulgent soul of Oakland’s streets, where every cheese pull is a performance and every bite hits like a bass drop.
The Streets Have Spoken
“When Lex brings the grill to Swell Bar, the whole energy of the night shifts. The line is out the door before the first taco even hits the flat-top. It’s not just food—it’s an event that the Town shows up for every single time.”
“I’ve covered street food all over the Bay, but Sexy Queso is in a league of its own. That secret golden hot sauce is actual liquid gold. I tell people all the time: if you haven’t had the cheese-pull at 24th and San Pablo, you haven’t lived.”
“Lex brings that same world-class DJ energy to the taco line. The hip-hop is loud, the vibe is high, and the tacos are unapologetically messy. It’s the only way I want to end my Friday night in West Oakland.”
