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Mexican food spots in Richmond

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Salvadoran restaurant

Cozy spot serves authentic Salvadoran dishes like pupusas with fresh ingredients. Quiet atmosphere and comfortable seating make dining pleasant. Digital menus highlight each dish but slow ordering slightly.

Tacos come with generous portions and fresh ingredients. Burritos and pupusas offer honest, down-to-earth flavors that stand out for their taste and quality.

People are saying

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

"The Mexican food, especially the tacos and burritos, is delicious."

"I thought the burritos here were one of the best I've had."

Good to know

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The restaurant does not provide printed menus, only digital screens.

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Expect a 15-minute wait for food during busy hours.

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The restaurant is very clean and safe for dining.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot shines with handmade tortillas and hearty dishes like enchiladas mole. Cozy indoor and serene outdoor seating create a homey atmosphere. Locals enjoy the quiet, intimate vibe away from busy places.

Cozy and hearty Mexican food features handmade tortillas, breakfast burritos, and gorditas. Dishes like enchiladas mole offer a savory and sweet kick, with options beyond typical taqueria fare.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here tastes homemade and comforting, like grandma's cooking."

"It's a cozy little spot with delicious Mexican food."

"I loved the handmade tortillas; they were divine."

Good to know

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The restaurant has its own parking lot.

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You can usually find parking on the street nearby.

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In the mornings, the restaurant can get crowded.

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Open, comfortable space with a chill vibe and clean environment serves authentic Mexican dishes like chilaquiles and fish tacos. Fair pricing draws a diverse crowd seeking home-cooked flavors without pretension.

Authentic Mexican cuisine shines with dishes like chilaquiles featuring perfectly soaked chips and great sauce, and homemade corn tortillas with real corn flavor. Burritos, fish tacos, menudo, and huaraches all deliver solid, traditional flavors.

People are saying

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

"I found the Mexican Food chilaquiles to be the most delicious I have ever had."

"The food at this Local Spot tasted fresh and was cooked with care."

Good to know

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Street parking is available nearby, but it can be limited.

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Credit cards are accepted, but cash is preferred for some vendors.

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Expect a wait time of 20-30 minutes during busy lunch hours.

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Mexican restaurant

Small spot serves authentic Michoacán dishes with handmade tortillas and rich consomé. Menu shines with birria and menudo, all at affordable prices. Cozy vibe feels like a local hangout, perfect for casual Mexican food lovers.

Authentic Mexican dishes from Michoacán and nearby states feature handmade tortillas made to order. Burritos, tacos, sopes, birria, and menudo all stand out for their delicious flavors and good value.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and delicious."

"I found the Mexican food, especially the burritos, to be delicious."

Good to know

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Most menu items are priced between $10 and $15.

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Happy hour specials are available from 3pm to 5pm on weekdays.

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Reservations are not required but recommended during peak hours.

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Breakfast restaurant

Cozy spot offers affordable prices and a relaxed vibe like visiting an aunt's home. Mexican dishes shine with breakfast burritos filled with chorizo or hash browns and avocado, plus green chilaquiles rated 10 out of 10. Clean surroundings make for a simple, casual breakfast.

Breakfast burritos stand out with a good filling and options like chorizo or hash browns with avocado. Green chilaquiles also shine with a 10 out of 10 rating, paired well with chocolate.

People are saying

"The breakfast burritos here are affordable and filling."

"The food here is delicious and consistently good."

"I considered this my go-to breakfast burrito spot."

Good to know

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The breakfast burrito is affordable and well-priced.

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The restaurant maintains a clean environment for diners.

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Menu cards may be limited, so be prepared to share.

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Mexican restaurant

Small, family-owned spot offers authentic birria tacos and fresh guacamole with free salsas. Limited seating creates a quiet dining atmosphere. Menu is simple and prices are reasonable, making ordering easy and enjoyable.

Birria tacos and menudo with all the fixins stand out for their authentic flavors. The menu also features surf and turf burritos, beef fajitas, and freshly prepared guacamole, with red and green salsas offered free.

People are saying

"I found the authentic Mexican food flavors preserved in every bite."

"The birria tacos here are the best I ever had."

"I found the Mexican food here to be insanely tasty."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers dine-in or takeout options and accepts cash or card.

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There isn’t much seating inside the restaurant, with only three tables available.

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The total cost for a meal averages around $21, including a soda.

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Vibrant décor and warm lighting create an inviting space with authentic Mexican ambiance. Hearty dishes like the super asada burrito and carnitas tacos offer rich flavors and generous portions. Music adds to the good vibe, making it perfect for casual dining.

Hearty dishes like the super asada burrito and menudo stand out for their rich flavors and generous portions. Small tacos, especially the carnitas, offer authentic taste with good seasoning.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and super filling."

"This Mexican food is delicious and super filling."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult, but there is street parking available.

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The restroom was spotless, reflecting the restaurant’s overall hygiene standards.

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Mexican restaurant

Gas station restaurant serves fresh breakfast burritos with tasty fillings like chorizo and guacamole. Quick seating with stools inside suits fast meals. Prices are standard but have risen beyond old menus.

Breakfast burritos come fresh by the hour with options like potato with guacamole and a custom super burrito featuring egg, chorizo, and potatoes. Taquitos and the Al Pastor super burrito also stand out as always delicious choices, though burrito sizes are smaller than nearby spots.

People are saying

"You have to try the super burrito; it's pretty good."

"This breakfast burrito is solid, tasty, and filling."

"I found the breakfast burrito to be the best grab-and-go option."

Good to know

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The restaurant is located inside a gas station.

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The regular burrito costs $12.99 and the super burrito costs $14.99.

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The price of $10 is standard for breakfast burritos.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican food shines with handmade tortillas and rich birria. Tacos and burritos offer fresh flavor and hearty meat. The place feels authentic and welcoming but closes early at 6 PM.

Tacos and birria come with handmade tortillas that add fresh flavor. Burritos and menudo offer rich, satisfying meat portions with great taste.

People are saying

"The handmade tortillas here are excellent with the birria."

"You have to try the quesabirrias; they're the best I've ever tasted."

"I found the burritos to be very flavorful and satisfying."

Good to know

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They close at 6 PM, not 7 PM.

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The super burrito costs $15 and is very large.

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Restaurant

Modern restaurant offers extensive tequila selection and excellent Mexican dishes like mole and guacamole. Indoor and outdoor patio dining provide a warm, cozy atmosphere with relaxed lighting. Spacious rooms and a separate bar keep noise moderate and guests comfortable.

Mexican cuisine here reaches an elevated level with dishes like tasty mole and delicious guacamoles. Warmed chips and salsa start the meal, and tacos come out flavorful and well-prepared.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be exceptionally good."

"The salsa with the chips was extra flavorful."

"The Mexican food here, especially the enchiladas and mole, is perfect."

Good to know

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Menudo and pozole are available on Saturday and Sunday.

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An 18% gratuity is automatically added to all bills.

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The menu features a wide variety of dishes, making choices difficult.

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Grocery store

Carnitas and chicharrón shine with balanced flavor and come with fresh tortillas that let you make two tacos from one. Tacos cost about $6.60 each, reflecting the higher price point. You can enjoy tacos on-site or take a whole bag of carnitas to go, paired with canned sodas.

Carnitas and chicharrón come fresh and not salty, served with fresh tortillas that allow making two tacos from one. Tacos cost $6.60 each, and you can order a whole bag of carnitas to go or eat there with canned sodas.

People are saying

"The carnitas and chicharrón here are delicious."

"I found the carnitas and chicharrón to be delicious and not too salty."

"I found the carnitas tacos here to be 🔥."

Good to know

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Each taco costs $6.60, which may be considered expensive by some.

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The market offers a variety of products beyond just tacos.

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Expect to pay a premium for the unique flavors available.

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Taco restaurant

Taco truck serves authentic Mexican street tacos with juicy carnitas and flavorful al pastor. Salsa is especially good and tacos come with jalapeno and grilled onions. Soft Spanish music and extreme cleanliness create a pleasant, inviting atmosphere.

Tacos come packed with plenty of meat and vegetables, featuring options like carnitas that stay juicy and suadero and al pastor that taste authentic. Salsa stands out as especially good, and the tacos have a perfect presentation with jalapeno and grilled onions.

People are saying

"These tacos are packed with meat and taste amazing."

"I found the Mexican food, especially the tacos, packed with meat."

"I've never eaten food this good before."

Good to know

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Parking is shared with other businesses, but ample street parking is available.

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Expect to pay standard prices for menu items like quesadillas.

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Mexican restaurant

Crowded spot buzzes with Narco corridos music and a warm vibe. Tacos shine with generous meat portions and fresh tortillas. Self-serve salsa bar features a standout salsa Verde that complements the lively scene.

Fresh, loaded tacos come with generous meat portions and tasty, top-notch tortillas. Burritos like shrimp, chile relleno, and steak stand out, served with freshly made chips and salsa.

People are saying

"The food here is so delicious and fresh."

"The salsa bar here is amazing, with a great pico de gallo."

"I'm hooked on their shrimp cocktail; it's the best in the county."

Good to know

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Parking is plentiful and easily accessible.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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The restaurant has a salsa bar with a great pico de gallo.

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Mexican restaurant

Outdoor patio with palm tree decor offers a lively, casual vibe. Tacos shine with fresh asada and pollo torta is a must-try. Heaters keep the space cozy on cool days.

Tacos come with great flavor and a wide variety including fresh asada and tasty fish tacos. The pollo torta stands out as a highly recommended option. Seating includes a nice outdoor patio despite the taco truck setup.

People are saying

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

"I found the food here to be excellent."

"I thought the Mexican food tacos were the best I ever had."

Good to know

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Weekends at Tacos El Chino are very busy.

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Each fish taco costs $5.50.

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Most people don't carry cash in their pockets.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican dishes shine with Super Burritos packed with meat and quesabirrias better than most taco trucks. Casual dining offers a clean interior but needs some care. Service and quality shifted after staff changes, yet the vibe stays relaxed.

Burritos come with a good amount of meat and generous size. Quesabirrias stand out as better than most taco trucks. The menu also features chilaquiles and menudo, with tacos and taco salad available.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and delicious."

"These quesabirrias are better than most Mexican food trucks."

"I thought the burritos here were the best."

Good to know

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The quesabirrias are sold individually for $5+ each.

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The restaurant offers dine-in options.

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They don't give salsa with the tortilla chips anymore.

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Salvadoran restaurant

Small Salvadoran spot serves fresh pupusas and banana leaf tamales in a quiet setting. Mexican dishes like carnitas and tamarind shrimp tacos bring bold, home-cooked flavors. Portions are generous but expect slow service and limited seating.

Carnitas and super burritos stand out with flavorful meat and generous portions. Tamarind shrimp tacos and pupusas offer delicious, home-cooked style Mexican food with a taste reminiscent of old school Mission burritos.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be great, especially the pupusas."

"I found the Mexican food, especially the pupusas, to be delicious."

"The pastor taco was especially tasty."

Good to know

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Expect a long wait for pupusas, which take over 30 minutes to arrive.

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The kitchen does not separate dine-in and take-out orders, leading to potential delays.

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Prices are reasonable for the amount of food served.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican spot buzzes with lively Latin music and a bright pink bar. Tamales and menudo shine as authentic dishes, while indoor-outdoor seating suits groups well. Family-friendly vibe and colorful decor make dining fun and relaxed.

Tamales and menudo stand out as delicious options, with tamales offered in wet and vegetarian styles. The Baja style beer battered fish tostada and quesabirrias with horchata water provide flavorful, well-prepared dishes that balance taste and texture.

People are saying

"I found the tamales to be delicious and moist."

"The margaritas here are wonderful and flavorful."

"You have to try the tamales; they're delicious."

Good to know

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Parking lot fills up quickly on weekends; arrive early.

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Lunch deal with baby burritos offers great value.

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Credit cards accepted, but cash is recommended for street vendors nearby.

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Outdoor patio with lush greenery offers a private oasis in an industrial area. Weekend brunch features chilaquiles and solid fish tacos with generous portions. Live music adds a relaxed vibe to sunny and shaded seating spots.

Generous portions stand out, especially with the chilaquiles that come as a weekend brunch special. The fish tacos and carnitas tacos offer solid, flavorful options alongside a good horchata and a breakfast burrito favored by many.

People are saying

"The outdoor seating here is really nice and peaceful."

"They have live music on Sundays, which adds to the ambiance."

"The carnitas tacos and chilaquiles here are a solid choice."

Good to know

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Live music is featured on Sundays, creating a lively atmosphere.

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Reservations are not required, but arriving early is recommended due to limited parking.

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The restaurant operates on a self-serve basis for patio dining.

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Mexican restaurant

Outdoor seating with sunny tables creates a casual vibe near a market. Tacos like Lengua and al pastor shine with rich, smoky salsa roja and buttery tortillas. Late hours and dining options by the truck or in cars add to the relaxed experience.

Tacos de Lengua stand out with their perfect presentation and come with a buttery tortilla wrap and a tasty salsa verde. Quesadillas arrive hot with fresh cheese, and tacos like al pastor and asada offer classic, flavorful options.

People are saying

"The Tacos de Lengua were the best I had ever had."

"The salsa verde here is the secret weapon for their amazing tacos."

"I've never had Mexican food like these tacos de lengua before."

Good to know

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The food truck offers affordable meals, making it budget-friendly.

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Expect small portion sizes; a burrito costs around $16.

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All food is made with organic ingredients, including olive oil.

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Mexican restaurant

Lively spot with authentic decor and a faux taco truck serving late. Mexican dishes like green enchiladas and gorditas shine with flavorful salsas. Large dining area offers affordable prices and generous portions, perfect for cozy family meals.

Mexican food here is authentic with dishes like green enchiladas and gorditas that stand out. Salsas are flavorful and mildly hot, and combos like enchilada with Chile relleno or surf and turf burritos offer hearty options.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious and authentic."

"I found the food here to be very delicious and tasty."

"I stopped by this late night spot after midnight because everything else was closed."

Good to know

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The lunch counter at El Tapatio is open 24 hours a day, every day.

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Ample free parking is available for customers.

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Prices are very affordable, making it budget-friendly.

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Mexican restaurant

Large space with live music and fun decor creates a homey vibe. Handmade tortillas and fresh salsas bring authentic Mexican flavors like barbacoa and shrimp tacos. Drive-thru adds convenience for quick, anytime meals.

Handmade tortillas and house-made cheese stand out alongside a variety of salsas. Dishes like barbacoa, shrimp tacos, birria, carne asada fajitas, and menudo offer a solid range of Mexican flavors.

People are saying

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

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

"The handmade tortillas here are delicious."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesdays offer tacos for $1.50 each.

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The portions are generous for the price.

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The restaurant is suitable for family dining.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican food shines with birria tacos and spicy pork tortas that pack flavor. Outdoor seating under a cabana tent creates a chill vibe in a gas station lot. Service is quick, with food ready in about 5-8 minutes, making it a great spot for tasty, affordable eats.

Birria tacos stand out with great flavor and the queso birria tacos are very good. The spicy pork tortas are just perfect and the pollo taco and quesadilla are also delicious. Salsa is not included freely and asking for it often leads to extra charges or attitude from staff.

People are saying

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

"I loved the great birria tacos at this Mexican Food place."

"I enjoyed the great birria tacos here."

Good to know

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Food is ready in about 5-8 minutes after ordering.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers cheap prices and a quiet dining area that feels welcoming. Tacos al pastor and asada deliver bold flavors while burritos come loaded with pico de gallo and fresh salsa. Perfect for tasty, affordable meals without crowds.

Tacos al pastor and asada stand out with bold flavors. Burritos come loaded with pico de gallo, tomatillo salsa, and meats like carne asada and pollo asado.

People are saying

"I found the food here very delicious."

"Karina's sweet and attentive service made the Mexican food experience great."

Good to know

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Quesa-Burris’s are a budget-friendly option on the menu.

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Prices are generally low, making it an affordable dining choice.

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Customer service is noted as a strong point by regulars.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican food shines with Barbacoa and consome served fresh alongside handmade tortillas. Super Steak Burritos pack a spicy kick and generous steak. Atmosphere stays very good and clean, though prices are higher due to specialty barbecue items.

Barbacoa and consome come fresh with handmade tortillas and evoke traditional flavors. The Super Steak Burrito offers a spicy kick with a generous steak portion, while quesadillas come in smaller servings at a higher price.

People are saying

"I found the food to be delicious."

"Their barbacoa and consome are delicious, reminding me of childhood."

"You'll love the BBQ here; I recommended the lamb."

Good to know

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They serve Tacos de Barbacoa and consome every day.

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The portions of quesadillas are smaller than before.

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Prices are higher due to the quality of Barbacoa.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant serves moist roasted chicken with classic sides like beans and rice. Portions are large and prices stay reasonable. Weekdays bring a quiet atmosphere, perfect for calm dining. Beware of salty salsas and off-tasting taco meats.

Grilled chicken meals come with beans, rice, tortillas, and salad. Taco meats like Al pastor and cabeza taste old and rancid. Salsas are very salty and sometimes added even when not requested.

People are saying

"The grilled chicken at this Mexican food spot is so flavorful and moist."

"I thought the food here was delicious."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Thursday night starting at 10pm.

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Expect large portions that are great for sharing.

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Prices are reasonable compared to other local options.

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Mexican restaurant

Food truck offers plenty of parking and a menu for all tastes. Tacos al pastor shine with onions and cilantro. Torta comes with green sauce and zanahorias. Horchata is rich with extra cinnamon. Prices may vary from displayed amounts.

Tacos come with onions and cilantro and include varieties like al pastor and lengua. The torta features green sauce with zanahorias, and horchata has extra cinnamon.

People are saying

"You have to try the tacos; they're delicious."

"I thought the tacos al pastor were amazing."

Good to know

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Parking is plentiful and easily accessible.

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The menu caters to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences.

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