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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot shines with a wide salsa bar featuring a standout green salsa. Cozy, family-owned vibe invites easy conversation. Friendly service and fresh chips make it feel like home.

A salsa bar offers a wide variety of options with different levels of heat. The green salsa stands out as particularly flavorful.

People are saying

"I thought their burritos were huge and really tasty."

"The salsa bar has so many choices and it's homemade."

"The carne asada here is tender and stuffed with meat."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a daily special for $5.99 breakfast burritos.

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Expect generous portions of food with every meal.

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The restaurant is family-owned, providing a personal touch and friendly service.

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Mexican restaurant

Food truck serves authentic Mexican tacos like birria and al pastor in a family-friendly setting with covered outdoor seating. Tables have coolers stocked with homemade hot sauces including spicy habanero, red, and green salsas that pair well with burritos. Prices are affordable and space is clean.

Spicy sauces stand out with habanero salsa, red salsa, and green salsa all offering good flavor. The salsa pairs well with burritos and comes in containers for takeout.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be the best I've ever had."

"The tripas tacos here are so good, I ordered three more."

"These food trucks serve the best tacos I've ever had."

Good to know

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Calizona Tacos is closed on Wednesdays.

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The tacos cost $3 each, and tacos with cheese are $3.75.

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Calizona Tacos accepts both cash and credit cards.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant runs 24/7 with ample seating inside and out. Free chips and salsa bar features green salsa and guacamole salsa with bold flavors. Clean, modern space serves large portions and offers a fast drive-thru for quick service.

A free chips and salsa bar offers all kinds of choices in salsas when eating in the lobby. The green salsa and guacamole salsa stand out for their flavor and generous portion sizes.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is fresh and delicious."

"I thought the carnitas burrito was really good and fresh."

"This place is the cleanest I have ever visited."

Good to know

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The restaurant operates 24/7.

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There’s ample parking available.

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The dining area is clean with plenty of seating.

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Coffee shop

Coffee comes from a camper food truck with orders delivered to cars, creating a friendly energy and strong community feel. Salsa boasts fantastic flavor that customers love and sometimes fight over. Locally owned, it offers a high-quality coffee experience with consistent good vibes.

Fantastic flavor makes the salsa stand out. It is so good that people often want to buy it alone and sometimes even fight over it.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be the best in Arizona."

"The chorizo breakfast burrito here is amazing."

"I would purchase the salsa alone; it's amazing."

Good to know

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You can order ahead on their website for quicker service.

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Parking is convenient as staff deliver coffee directly to your car.

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The rewards system allows regulars to earn free coffee.

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Small dining area offers a relaxed vibe with old-school style. Known for excellent fish and shrimp tacos, it serves mostly takeout in a clean, friendly spot. Salsa stands out, with both red and green adding clear flavor to every bite.

Salsa here stands out as excellent and adds clear flavor to tacos. Both red and green salsa enhance the taste without needing extra sauces.

People are saying

"The food here is simple, tasty, and high quality."

"I found the Mexican food here to be awesome and high quality."

"I thought the salsa here was the best."

Good to know

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Oscar's Taco Shop is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

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The restaurant is mostly takeout with only a couple of tables.

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I paid $10.80 after tax for 8 tacos, chips, and salsa.

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Old school butcher shop offers high-quality meats with an inviting aroma. Salsa selection features Tommy Tillo salsa and Salsa Patron chips. Local seasonings add unique flavor, making it a spot for fresh cuts and bold tastes.

Tommy Tillo salsa stands out with its amazing flavor. The spot offers Salsa Patron chips and salsa, plus a variety of local seasonings and sauces.

People are saying

"These steaks are tender, delicious, and melt in your mouth."

"You have to try the homemade breakfast sausages; they're the best I've ever had."

"I thought the steaks were the best."

Good to know

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The shop offers a variety of quality, freshly butchered meats including beef, pork, and chicken.

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Prices are very affordable, with grass-fed ground beef costing $3.99 per pound.

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The meats are sourced from trusted suppliers committed to sustainable and ethical practices.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican spot shines with best tacos featuring birria and al pastor meats. Friendly vibe and cozy space make it great for families. Spicy red salsa adds a bold kick, perfect for those who love heat.

Red salsa has a noticeable kick and is spicier than the green. Both red and green salsas complement dishes like the Birria bowl and Adobada burrito well, but they lean toward those who enjoy spicy flavors.

People are saying

"I thought the tacos here were the best in town."

"The red and green salsas here are amazing and have a kick."

"The birria ramen is spicy and full of flavor."

Good to know

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The restaurant is very clean.

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The prices at The Taco Spot - Surprise are great.

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They have a pretty good rewards system.

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Mexican restaurant

Bright dining area offers beachside comfort with lively top 40 music. Fresh, flavorful salsas shine at the salsa bar with green and red hot options. Large portions and affordable prices keep regulars coming back for quick Mexican meals.

A wide variety of salsas and extras are available at the salsa bar. The salsas are fresh, flavorful, and include both green and red hot options.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is packed with flavor and perfectly made."

"The salsa here is super fresh and flavorful."

"The breakfast burritos here are huge and delicious."

Good to know

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The prices at Master Taco are very reasonable for the portion sizes.

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Taco Tuesdays offer special deals, making it a great time to visit.

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The restaurant is known for its cleanliness and friendly service.

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Taco restaurant

Spacious dining area offers ample seating and a loaded salsa bar with fresh toppings like cilantro and lime. Authentic Mexican flavors shine in a casual, chill spot with background music that sets a cool vibe. Self-serve options make every meal customizable and fun.

A loaded salsa and guacamole bar lets you customize your food with fresh options like raw onion, cilantro, and limes. The salsa pairs well with tacos and chips, enhancing the overall meal experience.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here has excellent flavors and authentic style."

"I thought the tacos here were the best I had ever eaten."

"The salsa bar was loaded with fresh toppings."

Good to know

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Tacos Calafia offers a 25% discount for first responders.

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The restaurant does not have Taco Tuesday specials like other places.

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The family pack includes 10 tacos, 2 cheese quesadillas, beans, chips, and 2 drinks for $52.

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Food truck serves authentic Mexican street tacos with slow-cooked meat and rich consommé. Red salsa and red mole sauce add bold flavors, while cilantro and onions let you customize each bite. Friendly vibe and lively line make it a casual favorite.

Red salsa stands out with its rich flavor alongside a red mole sauce and what looks like guacamole. Sauces come separately with cilantro and chopped onions, letting you assemble your tacos just right.

People are saying

"I found the best Mexican food with intensely flavorful meat."

"I brought my wife along to check out these date spots."

"The red salsa for the birria tacos was very good."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday is a regular tradition at this food truck.

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Carne asada often sells out by 5-6 PM, so arrive early.

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There is no seating available; expect to eat in your car.

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Restaurant

Modern decor and a cozy patio create a family-oriented atmosphere with kids' coloring sheets. Fresh chips come with spicy red and green salsas, especially the on point green salsa. Soft music adds to the pleasant vibe throughout.

Fresh chips come with spicy red and green salsas. The green salsa stands out as on point and consistently good.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be fresh and delicious."

"I could have eaten five more of these delicious burritos."

"The salsa here is spicy and really good."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers vegan and vegetarian options on the menu.

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There is ample parking available for customers.

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Indoor and outdoor seating is plentiful, providing options for diners.

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Mexican spot boasts a clean interior and lively vibe with a mini bar and patio. Enjoy authentic fish tacos and tasty salsa that pairs perfectly with chips, rice, and beans. High-quality $3 margaritas add to the fun atmosphere.

Salsa here is tasty and pairs well with chips. It complements the rice and beans nicely.

People are saying

"The food here is unbelievably good and served in huge portions."

"The Mexican Food here has outstanding, friendly service."

"The salsa here is great and the service was friendly."

Good to know

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Margaritas are $3 all day from Tuesday to Thursday.

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Expect longer wait times during peak hours.

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Lunch specials are $10 and very filling.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican spot offers large portions of authentic dishes like green chili burritos. Casual cafe vibe with self-serve ordering and loud Hispanic music keeps energy high. Enjoy complimentary chips with two types of homemade salsa that pack flavor.

Complimentary chips come with two types of homemade salsa that are flavorful. Extra salsa costs a dollar and is served in a small plastic cup.

People are saying

"I loved the green chile in the tacos and burritos."

"I loved the green chili burritos; they were fantastic."

"The chicken burrito here is so flavorful, I'll be back."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers two tacos with rice and beans for $10.55.

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Expect a casual dining experience with counter service and no wait staff.

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Dine-in seating is available, but orders are placed at the counter.

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Breakfast restaurant

Small, cozy spot shines with authentic Mexican food like carne asada and chilaquiles. Bright, fresh paint blends American and Mexican culture, creating a family-oriented atmosphere. Homemade salsa with a secret recipe adds rich, fresh flavor to every bite.

Freshly made chips come with homemade salsa that stands out for its secret recipe and amazing freshness. The salsas are rich and flavorful, perfect for saturating everything.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, truly the best I've ever had."

"I found the Mexican food here to be so authentic and bursting with flavor."

"Their homemade salsa is so good, I ordered extra to take home."

Good to know

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The menu features daily off-menu specials like all-you-can-eat shrimp for $12.99.

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Self-seating is available, and there is usually no wait for tables.

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The restaurant does not serve alcohol, including beer or wine.

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