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A taco that delivers the real flavor of the street without the tourist-trap markup.

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Taco restaurant offers large portions of quality seafood at very reasonable prices. Atmosphere feels like being in Mexico, with excellent shrimp and fish tacos standing out. Ordering ahead is common due to popularity and convenience.

Food here stands out for its freshness and careful preparation. Quality matches what you'd find in higher-end restaurants, with dishes like asada and fish tasting consistently delicious.

Shrimp tacos stand out with generous portions and fresh guacamole. Fish tacos feature perfectly seasoned meat and deliver a consistently delicious taste.

People are saying

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

"I thought the shrimp taco was the best I ever had."

Good to know

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Call ahead at least 30 minutes before ordering food.

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Prices are very reasonable for quality seafood.

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You can order ahead to save time.

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Small, cozy space fills with the aroma of sizzling meats and fresh cilantro. Family-friendly vibe includes live acoustic guitar music and lively conversations. Known for affordable, high-quality Mexican food with handmade tortillas and tender carnitas.

Classic Mexican dishes arrive fresh and hot with quick service. Food tastes like abuelita's cooking and offers affordable, high-quality flavors.

Tacos come with handmade tortillas and include options like carnitas, chorizo, nopalitos, and birria. Every Tuesday, $1 tacos offer a budget-friendly way to enjoy fresh, authentic street tacos.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, well-seasoned, and delicious."

"I had the best tacos ever; they absolutely slap."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers $1 tacos, making it a budget-friendly option.

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The restaurant provides catering services for events and gatherings.

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You can purchase carnitas by the pound for home cooking.

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Mexican restaurant offers handmade tortillas and authentic flavors with standout dishes like Chile Relleno and goat birria. Atmosphere stays friendly and welcoming, attracting those who appreciate genuine Mexican food. Parking is limited due to shared lot with nearby shops.

Food here offers authentic Mexican flavors with a taste close to the real deal. Expect good quality dishes like tacos and burritos, though wait times can be around 40 minutes.

Tacos cost $1 on Tuesdays, making Taco Tuesdays a great value. Hard shell tacos come with more cilantro and onion than meat when extra are given after an order issue.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be pretty good and delicious."

"I loved the $1 Taco Tuesdays; they were an amazing value."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesdays offer tacos for $1 and large burritos for $5.99.

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Parking is limited due to shared space with two mechanic shops.

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The restaurant serves menudo on Tuesdays.

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Small, busy restaurant with loud music and comfortable booth seating creates a lively atmosphere. Well lit and clean space hosts a crowd drawn by authentic Mexican cuisine, especially praised for its pozole.

Food features authentic Mexican flavors with large servings that leave you satisfied. Dishes come with delicious taste and reflect original MexLatino cuisine.

Tacos come with generous servings and feature tender, well-seasoned birria. The rice and beans are fresh and flavorful, with beans standing out as some of the best around.

People are saying

"This food is packed with flavor and super comforting."

"The pozole here is packed with flavor and super comforting."

Good to know

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There is no restroom available for customers.

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Parking is limited due to a laundromat nearby.

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The restaurant is small, which may lead to crowded conditions.

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Tiny Mexican restaurant with a cozy, hole-in-the-wall vibe and chill atmosphere. Plays great Mexican music and serves goat birria, a rare specialty. Often packed with a waiting list, it draws a crowd that mostly takes out due to limited seating.

Food features delicious birria and consomme prepared in the style of Tierra Caliente cooks. Prices stay very good and affordable, reflecting traditional Mexican cuisine recognized by UNESCO.

Quesabirria tacos come with consomรฉ and have a rich, flavorful taste. Asada and birria tacos offer perfectly cooked meat with satisfying textures, while chicken tacos are served in larger quantities.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, especially the birria and consomme."

"The birria tacos with consomรฉ are so delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant is cash only, so bring cash for your meal.

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Expect a waiting list during peak hours; arrive early to secure a table.

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Menudo and pozole are served daily, a unique offering for this restaurant.

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Colorful tables and chairs create a chill atmosphere with a clean setting. The menu offers great vegan options and reasonably priced big plates with combos. Food features fresh preparation with a perfect spice level and standout dishes like Birria breakfast burritos and torta ahogada.

Food offers a fresh and delicious taste with an authentic Mexican touch. The dishes bring back memories of classic street vendor flavors and are consistently scrumptious.

Fresh meat stands out in the tacos here. Options include Birria, shrimp, tacos de lengua, and taco al pastor. Prices stay reasonable while offering Mexican breakfast and meals.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and fresh."

"I loved their birria and shrimp tacos."

Good to know

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The restaurant has great vegan options.

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Prices for big plates with combos range from $40 to $50.

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The restroom received a 4 out of 5 rating for cleanliness.

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Small Mexican restaurant with handmade tortillas and authentic menudo stands out for flavorful tacos and generous portions. Atmosphere feels modest and somewhat hidden, with limited seating and parking. Food quality remains consistent despite simple surroundings.

Food features authentic Mexican flavors with fresh, healthy ingredients and generous portions. Prices stay fair while delivering consistently tasty dishes like Chicken Fajitas and classic tacos.

Quesadilla tacos stand out for their flavor. The menu features golden tacos and chicharrรณn huaraches alongside a three-taco combo option with drinks like horchata.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and delicious."

"I thought the quesadilla tacos were absolutely delicious."

Good to know

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Parking is in the back and limited.

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There is not much seating area available.

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Each person must pay for their own order.

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Mexican restaurant offers laid-back ambiance with spacious seating and authentic dishes like birria and menudo. The vibe stays relaxed, attracting those who enjoy cold brewskis alongside their tacos. Prices tend to be higher than average, but the atmosphere remains casual and inviting.

Food comes out hot and delicious with an authentic and fresh taste. Quality stays consistent and the dishes are home cooked and special every day.

Offers a large selection of taco plates including asada and pastor tacos. Tacos come with tender meat and tasty corn tortillas, often served with beans and rice.

People are saying

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

"The Taco here is so welcoming."

Good to know

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Huaraches at Tacos El Canelo cost $20 each.

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The shared parking lot is small, making parking challenging for large groups.

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Menudo is available at the restaurant.

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