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Interior echoes 80s diners with a lively salsa bar and fresh Mexican dishes. Guests enjoy handmade tortillas and smoky meats like al pastor and carne asada. Bold flavors come from the habanero salsa and tasty options like asada fries keep the menu exciting.

Fresh homemade food shines with al pastor, carne asada, and pollo tacos served on handmade tortillas. The habanero salsa and salsa bar add bold flavors, while dishes like asada fries and Walking Cheetos offer tasty variety.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is so fresh and tasty, especially the tacos."

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Taco Tuesday offers $2 tacos, making it a budget-friendly option.

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The restaurant maintains a clean environment, including restrooms.

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Homemade tortillas are served, enhancing the flavor of the dishes.

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Small market offers fresh marinated cuts and a mini market with Mexican products. Taco Tuesday features $.99 tacos with sweet marinated meats. Combo plates include homemade tortillas and birria chilaquiles, all in a clean, organized space.

Taco Tuesday offers $.99 tacos including carne asada, pollo, and carnitas with a sweet marinate and not too fatty meat. Combo plates come with homemade tortillas, rice, and beans, and birria chilaquiles are also available.

People are saying

"I loved Taco Tuesday; the tacos were five for five dollars."

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Taco Tuesday offers tacos for just $.99 each.

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The market has a good selection of harder-to-find Mexican products.

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Hot food is available for takeout at the market.

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Cozy spot serves authentic Oaxacan dishes with fresh homemade tortillas and artisanal baked goods. Outdoor seating enhances the quiet, homey vibe. Family-owned charm shines through every traditional flavor.

Freshly made homemade tortillas accompany dishes like green chilaquiles with egg and chicken, mole, and massive tlayudas loaded with cheese, tomato, and avocado. Traditional Oaxacan specialties include birria tacos, squash blossom empanadas, memelitas, and café de olla.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious and made fresh to order."

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The restaurant is open on Sundays from 6 am to 7 pm.

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Expect limited seating as it primarily serves take-out.

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Prices are generally affordable, with many items under $15.

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Basic interior features a self-serve salsa bar with fresh, low-salt salsas. Carnitas and carne asada plates offer rich taste alongside flavorful fish and shrimp tacos. All-day breakfast and strong to-go service keep quality consistent.

Tacos stand out with fish and shrimp options that are flavorful. Plates like carnitas and carne asada deliver rich taste, paired with house-made salsas that have a balanced spice and low salt.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is flavorful, especially the spicy green salsa."

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Breakfast is available all day.

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Menu prices may not reflect current rates.

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Combo meals start at $18.

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"The Mexican food here is absolutely delicious."

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Quaint spot serves authentic Mexican food with highlights like birria tacos and carne asada burritos. Casual vibe with daily food promotions keeps prices reasonable. Fresh, flavorful seafood options add variety to the menu.

Authentic Mexican food shines with birria tacos, carne asada burritos, and street tacos that carry a satisfying, home-style flavor. Reasonable prices and a spicy salsa kick complement the great service and consistent quality.

People are saying

"I loved the authentic Mexican food, especially the chilaquiles."

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Fish Taco Wednesdays offer a special menu item every Wednesday.

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Taco Tuesdays feature discounted tacos, making it a popular choice.

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Daily promotions are available, check for specific deals each day.

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Small space with a charcoal grill creates lively vibes like Cabo San Lucas. Tacos and burritos feature high-quality ribeye and suadero, cooked tender and seasoned well. Fresh guacamole and three salsas add bold flavors to the authentic Mexican menu.

Tacos feature high-quality, well-seasoned meat like ribeye, suadero, and longanisa, cooked tender and plentiful. Three salsas and fresh guacamole with chips add bold, complementary flavors to the authentic Mexican menu.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is fresh, hot, and delicious."

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Taco Tuesday specials offer discounted prices on select tacos.

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The place is small and can get crowded during peak hours.

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Expect a wait time during busy lunch and dinner hours.

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Small taco shop offers authentic tacos and homemade burritos under $12 with quick, polite service. Atmosphere is chill but interior feels sterile and outdated. Prices beat competitors and free chips and salsa add value despite varying quality.

Authentic tacos come in hard and soft shells with fillings like chorizo and fish. Burritos, including asada and breakfast varieties, taste homemade and cost under $12. Salsa, nachos, and beans complement the quick, polite service.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is really good."

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Fish tacos are priced at 99¢ on Wednesdays.

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Expect to pay around $2.75 for Fish and Barbacoa tacos.

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The restaurant does not provide silverware or drinks unless asked.

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Small Mexican spot offers authentic chilaquiles with a cozy vibe and Spanish ballads playing softly. Quesadillas are loaded with moist meat and cheese, while burritos stay light with fresh fillings. Prices stay fair, making it a fresh, traditional choice.

Chilaquiles stand out as delicious and among the top five tried here. The quesadillas come with moist meat and plenty of cheese, while the burritos feel light despite hearty fillings like rice, beans, and avocado.

People are saying

"This Mexican food is perfectly seasoned and delicious."

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A large plate of chilaquiles with asada or eggs and beans costs $13.99.

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The restaurant offers generous portion sizes for all dishes.

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Chilaquilicious is a family-owned business with authentic Jalisco recipes.

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Large space with an upstairs dining room offers street views and a lively, friendly vibe. Mexican dishes like pozole and fajitas come in huge portions with fresh chips and salsa. Drinks shine with Cadillac margaritas and Micheladas.

Huge portions come with fresh chips and salsa. Pozole and menudo offer authentic Mexican flavors with fresh toppings. Fajitas feature large chicken chunks, and drinks include excellent margaritas and amazing horchata.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here was delicious and beautifully plated."

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Free parking is available in the back of the restaurant.

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The restaurant offers a fun birthday surprise for guests celebrating.

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They provide free chips and salsa with meals.

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Family-owned spot offers a comfy vibe with warm lighting and muted sports TVs. Fresh chips and salsa shine alongside hearty Machaca burritos. Seating is varied, including booths and outdoor options, perfect for a casual, lively meal.

Chips and salsa stand out with fresh flavors. Burritos like Machaca and chile verde come highly recommended. Menudo and huevos rancheros appear as popular choices, with beef hard shell tacos noted for their quality.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is just as good as I remembered."

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Taco Tuesday offers $2 for a chicken or beef hard shell taco.

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Pozole is only available on Thursdays.

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Bring cash to avoid a $1 fee for card payments.

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Cozy diner honors first responders and veterans with a homey atmosphere. Mexican dishes include chorizo and tortillas, though menudo varies and can lack traditional ingredients. Known for breakfast specialties and reasonable prices, it gets busy on weekends with a cramped layout.

Menudo here varies widely, sometimes very stingy on beef tripe and lacking hominy or grains, resembling pozole more than traditional menudo. Chorizo, potatoes, and tortillas also appear on the menu alongside classic American and Mexican dishes.

People are saying

"I thought the menudo was the best Mexican food I ever had."

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The menudo is only available on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Flo's Coffee Shop gets busy on weekends, so expect a wait.

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Limited parking is available at Flo's Coffee Shop.

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Red brick bar glows with pink and purple neon and shows brewing vats, blending modern and hometown vibes. Loud music and multiple big screens create a sports bar atmosphere while patio seating stays relaxed and bright. Carnitas tacos shine with authentic flavor, paired well with a margarita flight offering varied tastes.

Carnitas tacos stand out with juicy meat and authentic flavor. Carne asada tacos and chicken fajitas offer generous portions and strong aromas. Margaritas come in a flight of five with varied tastes.

People are saying

"You've gotta try their margaritas, especially during happy hour!"

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Happy hour runs until 6pm daily with select drink specials.

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Thursdays feature karaoke night starting at 9pm.

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Margarita Mondays and Taco Tuesdays offer special deals.

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Space blends Mexican motifs with modern design and offers indoor and covered patio seating with fans and heaters. Chilaquiles rojos with chorizo shine as a savory favorite alongside breakfast torta and red tacos. Relaxed vibe plays light rock and indie songs in Spanish, creating a chill atmosphere.

Chilaquiles rojos stand out as a savory favorite, especially with chorizo. The breakfast torta and red tacos also deliver strong, delicious flavors.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious and full of flavor."

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You cannot go inside to sit down until you’ve placed your order.

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You will have to wait outdoors.

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The café is only open until 2 pm each day.

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