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Seafood restaurant

Cozy spot serves fresh Mexican seafood with fish tacos and cucaracha shrimp as highlights. Moderate prices and lively energy peak during Taco Tuesday and happy hour. Frequent lunch rush adds to the pleasant, bustling atmosphere.

Fish tacos stand out with fresh, flavorful marlin and huge, delicious shrimp tacos that often get reordered. Taco Tuesday and happy hour create a lively spot to enjoy these generous portions.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and really good."

"I thought the seafood here was great and very fresh."

"I thought the marlin tacos were so damn good."

Good to know

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Expect a lunch rush during peak hours, especially on weekdays.

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Parking is available in the shopping center nearby.

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Taco Tuesday features special deals and a happy hour after work.

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Colorful decor and a family-friendly vibe create a peaceful space with birds chirping and great music. Tacos shine with fresh tortillas and bold red and green salsa, featuring options like Al Pastor and flavorful lengua. Modern interior contrasts with a plain exterior, making it a distinct Mexican spot.

Tacos come with fresh tortillas and flavorful red and green salsa that has just the right heat. Options include Al Pastor, tacos Dorados, puffy chicken tacos tasting like Chile Verde with potatoes, and very flavorful tacos de lengua.

People are saying

"I will definitely be returning for more of this Mexican food."

"The Mexican food here is delicious, perfect for date spots."

"The Al Pastor tacos here are really delicious and flavorful."

Good to know

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The restaurant is family-friendly and suitable for all ages.

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There is plenty of parking available for guests.

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Prices are reasonable, with tacos starting at nearly $3.

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Mexican restaurant

Cozy spot with a laid-back vibe and authentic street tacos like Al pastor and Birria. Menu includes menudo and chile relleno, perfect with an ice-cold cerveza or balanced margarita. Family-owned feel with comfortable seating makes it welcoming for all.

Street tacos come with bold, authentic flavors like Al pastor and carne asada grilled to perfection. Varieties include Cachete, Cabeza, and Birria, paired well with a solid selection of cold cervezas.

People are saying

"The seafood here, especially the shrimp, is bomb."

"The Mexican food here, especially the birria, has really good flavor."

"The Al Pastor tacos are packed with bold, authentic flavors."

Good to know

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Parking is always available at the restaurant.

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A meal of 2 Chile relleno with rice, beans, and a drink costs about $23.

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The menu includes menudo, fish and shrimp tacos, and chile relleno.

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Mexican restaurant

Modern Mexican spot offers handmade tortillas and generous portions of flavorful molcajete dishes. Street tacos shine with fresh preparation by the owner, especially Tacos Al pastor and bomb chorizo. Spacious, clean design with running air conditioning and lively game TVs create a comfortable vibe.

Street tacos stand out with fresh preparation by the owner. Tacos Al pastor and bomb chorizo tacos come in generous portions.

People are saying

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

"The staff here is so friendly, it's wonderful."

"I thought these tacos were the best I ever had."

Good to know

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It had free parking.

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The prices were affordable.

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The restaurant was licensed to sell beer.

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Mexican restaurant

Small space with big screen TVs creates a lively sports bar vibe. Hard tacos with shredded beef and crispy shells shine alongside soft tacos with Al Pastor and chicken. Fresh, customizable toppings and salsas add flavor to generous Mexican portions.

Hard tacos stand out with shredded beef and a crispy shell. Soft tacos come with Al Pastor, shredded beef, and chicken options. Toppings and salsas are fresh and customizable, served buffet or on the side.

People are saying

"These nachos are perfectly crispy and loaded with fixings."

"I loved the chile verde and shredded beef with habanero salsa."

"I thought the hard shell tacos here were the best."

Good to know

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The portions at Tom's Tailgate are larger than average and priced lower.

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Expect to pay $17.00 for super fries, which is a filling option.

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A small extra meat scoop costs $2.99.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot buzzes with loud music and singing staff, creating a lively vibe. Tacos shine with authentic flavors like tripa and chicharron, all at great prices. Plenty of seating welcomes a diverse crowd craving affordable, tasty Mexican food.

Tacos here offer authentic taste with options like tripa, liver, and chicharron that stand out. Varieties such as carne asada, carnitas, chicken, and chorizo come well priced and consistently delicious.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here was delicious and authentic."

"The food here is delicious and put a smile on all our faces."

"The carne asada tacos here are delicious."

Good to know

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Tacos el rey offers economical prices for their menu items.

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The portions are relatively small compared to other Mexican restaurants.

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The menu features a variety of options including tacos and menudo.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant buzzes with lively music and big screen TVs. Fish tacos shine with crispy texture and fresh flavor. Plenty of seating fits groups well, making it a vibrant spot for tasty tacos and fun vibes.

Fish tacos stand out with crispy texture and consistent freshness. Shrimp and Gobernador tacos offer awesome flavor and balanced temperature.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was really delicious, especially the fish tacos."

"I thought the crispy fish tacos were delicious and served hot."

"I thought the crispy fish tacos were the most delicious."

Good to know

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Reventaco offers Taco Tuesday with special deals on tacos.

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Prices are reasonable for the portions and quality of food.

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They provide a discount when paying cash.

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Hamburger restaurant

Small diner offers a casual vibe with friendly regulars and sports TVs. Hard shell beef tacos deliver stupendously delish flavor alongside light, fluffy rice. Outdoor seating and ample parking make it perfect for social meet-ups.

Hard shell beef tacos stand out with stupendously delish flavor. The taco plate includes light, fluffy rice and offers a solid variety beyond just tacos.

People are saying

"The taquitos here are the best in town and really filling."

"You have to try the American Food cheeseburgers; they're the best I've had."

"I loved their taco plate, especially the fresh rice and beans."

Good to know

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Mike's Classic Burgers serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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The restaurant has a wide variety of options on their menu, not just burgers.

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Parking is spacious and easy to find.

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Large dining area buzzes with lively crowds and multiple TV screens for sports fans. Taco Tuesday shines with pork belly tacos and unique jackfruit tacos. Modern design keeps the vibe fun and cozy without being too loud.

Taco Tuesday features pork belly tacos and street tacos paired with house margaritas. Jackfruit and Buffalo cauliflower tacos stand out, while carne asada tacos are decent.

People are saying

"I found the burgers here to be delicious."

"The pub's tater tots are legendary and the drinks are always on point."

"The pork belly tacos on Tuesday were amazing."

Good to know

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A 20% service charge is automatically added for parties of 5 or more.

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm on weekdays with discounted drinks.

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Taco Tuesday features special pricing on tacos and drinks.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant buzzes with loud music and a relaxing DJ for a lively vibe. Tacos shine with wonderful tortillas and generous portions, especially al gobernador. Crowd is mostly older and family-oriented, perfect for drinks and karaoke fun.

Tacos come with wonderful tortillas and generous portions, especially the tacos al gobernador. Fish and shrimp tacos need more seasoning, while some tacos are quite basic.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"I found the seafood here to be excellent and fresh."

"I found the ceviche to be delicious."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Friday and Saturday night.

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Karaoke night is also on Sundays.

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Expect a 20-minute wait for takeout orders.

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