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Mexican kitchens that prioritize traditional recipes over the usual crowd-pleasing shortcuts.

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Taco restaurant

Food truck with tables and seating creates a social and safe environment for eating and chatting. The atmosphere feels friendly and community-focused, with generous portions and reasonable prices. The vibe is casual and welcoming, attracting people who enjoy flavorful tacos and asada fries.

Food comes out quickly with amazing flavor and consistent quality. Service is friendly and efficient, making the whole experience smooth.

Tacos feature pastor and asada varieties that stand out for their flavor. The asada fries and horchata complement the menu well, offering a tasty variety including sheep and tripe tacos.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, truly spectacular."

"These tacos are yummy and unforgettable."

"I rated the carne asada fries a 10 out of 10."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a wide variety of taco options.

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Prices are considered reasonable compared to other local spots.

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Portions are generous, often leaving customers with leftovers.

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Mediterranean restaurant

Mediterranean and Mexican flavors combine in a clean, lively space with drive-thru service and affordable prices. The atmosphere feels comfortable and welcoming, enhanced by 80's music and pleasant interior settings. Food options include freshly cooked dishes like lamb gyros, chicken kabobs, and fish tacos, served with flavorful sauces.

Food features fresh, high-quality medi-baja style with generous portions and quick service. Dishes taste great and come at an affordable price.

Tacos stand out with flavorful beef and shrimp tacos served with sharp sauce, guacamole, and salsa. Taco Tuesday offers $2 tacos, and both chicken plates and battered fish tacos are solid choices.

People are saying

"The seafood here is fresh and delicious."

"The food here is delicious and well-cooked."

"The tacos here are super flavorful and juicy."

Good to know

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They offer Taco Tuesday with $2 tacos.

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The chicken kabob plate only costs $14.

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The steak bowl costs less than $10.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers fast service and a nice atmosphere with fair prices. Food features delicious tacos, burritos, and tortas with consistent flavor quality.

Delicious and affordable meals fill the tables, often with generous portions. The food consistently satisfies and encourages repeat visits.

Menudo and tacos stand out with good flavor. Burritos and tortas come with customizable options, though guacamole may not always be available.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious and very good."

"The Mexican food here is delicious; you won't be disappointed."

Good to know

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Reservations are not typically required at taquerias.

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Expect a casual dining atmosphere with no dress code.

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Most taquerias offer takeout options for convenience.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers authentic atmosphere with a focus on cemitas and chicharron gorditas. The place fills up quickly, especially near closing time, reflecting its popularity. A nearby lunch truck serves varied traditional dishes like huitlacoche and mushroom quesadillas.

Food here is consistently good and often super delicious. Meals deliver solid flavor without fuss.

Offers Cemitas Poblanas, Huitlacoche and mushroom quesadillas, and Chicharron gordita. Includes tacos, tortas, and tostadas de pata as well.

People are saying

"The food here was super delicious."

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

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended during peak hours to avoid long waits.

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Parking is limited; consider arriving early or using public transport.

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Credit cards are accepted, but cash may be preferred for smaller orders.

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Burrito restaurant

Small, grab-and-go burrito spot with bite-sized portions and unpretentious atmosphere. Burritos have a homemade taste and focus on bean and cheese fillings. No dine-in options create a quick, casual experience.

Small burritos have a homemade taste that stands out from typical Mexican fast food. The food feels ancestral and nourishing, with burritos that taste like childhood memories but better.

Burritos here feature house made tortillas that are soft and perfectly crafted. The birria burritos stand out with tender, juicy beef and a flavorful sauce, making the Mexican food fresh and delicious.

People are saying

"I thought their burritos were amazing and delicious."

"The Mexican food here, especially the burritos, is amazing."

"I thought the food here was delicious and amazing."

Good to know

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This place is grab-and-go only, with no dining in available.

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Be prepared to take your food to go.

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There isnโ€™t really any seating inside.

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Mexican restaurant

Family-owned Mexican restaurant offers handmade tortillas and freshly made carne asada sopes in a clean, stylish setting. The atmosphere is welcoming with spicy, flavorful salsas and a menu featuring crispy taquitos and rich consomรฉ. It operates early with a drive-thru and closes by mid-afternoon.

Flavorful aroma hits as food arrives. Dishes are consistently delicious and filling with good taste.

Carne Asada burrito and crispy Taquitos stand out with delicious flavors. Sopes come homemade and tasty, often paired with spicy salsa and sides like rice, beans, and cotija cheese.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the sopes and wet burritos, is amazing."

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

"I loved the chicken wet burrito with proportionate meat, rice, and beans."

Good to know

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The restaurant closes at 4 pm, so plan your visit accordingly.

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Expect to pay around $57 for three wet burritos and three drinks.

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Drive-thru service is available for quick orders.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers spicy, flavorful tacos de birria enchilados and great birria with cups of broth. Atmosphere suits families, though flies are noticeable and salsas or napkins are not provided.

Food here is consistently good with solid flavors. The dishes maintain a reliable quality across visits.

Tacos here feature spicy birria enchilados and great birria with broth. Chicken burritos also stand out, but service issues include missing salsas, napkins, and occasional undercooked meat.

People are saying

"These birria tacos are spicy, flavorful, and really good."

"I thought the birria tacos were very good."

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

Good to know

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Check for cleanliness before seating, as some places may have pest issues.

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Always ask for napkins and condiments upon ordering to avoid delays.

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Consider visiting during off-peak hours to ensure better service.

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Mexican restaurant

Small eating area hosts authentic Mexican home cooking with hand-made tortillas and fresh tamarind waters. Atmosphere is quiet during lunch with few people present. Dishes like costillas and tasty beans stand out for their flavor.

Small setting with really good food. Offers delicious Mexican dishes that satisfy hunger quickly.

Costillas en salsa verde come with homemade corn tortillas of good size. Drinks include fresh tamarind waters, horchata, and hibiscus. Mole is made from scratch by a cook from Oaxaca.

People are saying

"The food, especially the costillas, is so delicious."

"The homemade corn tortillas here are amazing."

"The Mexican food here, especially the costillas, is amazing with fresh corn tortillas."

Good to know

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The total for a meal is around $60 per person.

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Prices are not clearly posted, so ask before ordering.

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Expect a quiet atmosphere during lunch hours.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers authentic Guadalajara-style tortas ahogadas and tacos dorados with spicy sauces and birotes from Mexico. No seating space is available, creating a quick, takeout-focused atmosphere. The place maintains a clean and pleasant environment despite the lack of dine-in options.

Food features excellent tortas ahogada with authentic Mexican flavors. Some issues include a stone found in the food and inconsistent quality.

Tortas ahogadas here taste just like those from Guadalajara, with a real authentic flavor. Barbacoa tacos with cheese and tacos dorados also stand out as delicious Mexican staples served with great care.

People are saying

"These tortas ahogadas are authentic, just like Guadalajara."

"I loved the tacos dorados; they were the best."

"I thought the food here was excellent."

Good to know

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Los Primos now offers delivery for convenient dining at home.

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The place maintains a clean and pleasant atmosphere for diners.

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A variety of tortas and tacos are available to choose from.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican music fills a cozy space with a strong, traditional aroma and warm interior lacking air conditioning. Small outdoor seating offers an alternative to the indoor heat. The atmosphere recalls a classic fonda, creating a familiar and authentic vibe.

Homestyle Mexican food shines with consistently fresh ingredients and excellent flavor. Dishes like carne asada, carnitas, and tortas deliver unmatched quality and taste every time.

Carne asada and carnitas stand out with tender, flavorful meat. Tacos come with double tortillas and authentic guacamole, and menudo features boneless, tender meat with a tasty broth.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here was really authentic and flavorful."

"I thought this place had the best homestyle Mexican food."

"Their salsa is delicious and has a good spicy flavor."

Good to know

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Parking spaces are limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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Indoor seating is limited, but outdoor seating is available on nice days.

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Prices for tacos are around $4.50, which is higher than average.

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Mexican restaurant

Small dining area creates a cozy but cramped atmosphere with closely spaced tables. Handmade tortillas and authentic Mexican dishes like menudo and caldo de res stand out as key features. The place often fills up, reflecting its popularity despite limited space.

Authentic Mexican food shines with 100% homemade recipes and simple yet flavorful dishes. Prices stay low while delivering consistently delicious meals that bring genuine taste from Michoacรกn.

Menudo stands out with its authentic flavor and pairs well with handmade tortillas. Caldo de pollo, caldo de res, and chilaquiles also feature as solid traditional options.

People are saying

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

"The Mexican food here is delicious, especially the menudo."

"I thought their hand-made tortillas were excellent."

Good to know

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Expect to wait about 30 minutes for food during busy hours.

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The restaurant is small, which may lead to longer wait times for tables.

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Pricing is reasonable, making it affordable for most visitors.

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Juice shop

Wide variety of juices, smoothies, and Mexican foods fills a clean, versatile space. Fresh fruits and daily specials offer healthy, exciting options. Menu encourages creating custom mixes with many suggested combinations.

Food features fresh juices, Mexican dishes like tortas, and a wide variety of options. Quality and taste stand out as consistently delicious.

Menus include tacos, tortas, and breakfast options like carnitas burritos. Desserts feature churros, arroz con leche, and flan Neapolitan. Food sometimes arrives cold with only the tortillas warm.

People are saying

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

"I loved their delicious Mexican food, especially the fresh juices and tortas."

Good to know

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The menu includes healthy options like juices, tortas, and other Mexican foods.

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Daily specials offer unique and tasty dishes that change regularly.

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After purchasing 11 juices, the 12th 24oz. juice is free.

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Lunch restaurant

Food truck with tables set up offers seafood with strong flavor and shrimp tacos praised highly. Atmosphere includes a 10-minute wait and occasional street parking challenges. Pricing is high and not posted, with portions considered small by some.

Food here is fresh and appealing but comes with small portions and high prices. Wait times can be long even when the place is not busy.

Shrimp tacos stand out with grilled shrimp and fresh flavors. The tostada de ceviche de camarรณn also offers a bright, seafood taste. Some tostadas have issues like black avocado and high prices.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious, fresh, and plentiful."

"The shrimp tacos here are amazing, truly the best."

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

Good to know

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Parking on the street can be difficult.

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Expect a wait of about 10 minutes during peak times.

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Prices are not posted, which may lead to surprises on the bill.

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Taco restaurant

Taco restaurant offers handmade tortillas and Street Hot Dogs with green salsa as notable items. Atmosphere shifts from good quality in earlier days to a more inconsistent experience now. Open late hours attract a steady flow of customers seeking casual eats.

Food here ranges from delicious to just okay, with some dishes standing out as excellent.

Tacos come with handmade tortillas and include options like Tacos Asada and Street Hot Dogs with green salsa. Burritos tend to be large with machine-made tortillas and a lot of rice, which affects the flavor.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is delicious."

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"I loved the home-made tortillas."

Good to know

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The restaurant is now located on Bristol and First Street behind a shopping center.

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Tacos El Beso is a good place and is open late.

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Mexican restaurant

Converted house with four small tables and murals by Jose Ortiz creates a cozy, homey atmosphere. Quiet and unpretentious, it feels like a family kitchen where familiar faces often gather. The vibe is tranquil and steeped in history, offering a genuine taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.

Food features authentic Mexican flavors with fresh ingredients and generous portions. Hard shell tacos stand out as a highlight, prepared with care that feels homemade.

Crunchy beef hard shell tacos stand out with a unique salsa in squirt bottles that adds a fun twist. Tamales receive high praise for their quality and flavor, alongside excellent menudo and satisfying nachos.

People are saying

"I thought the tamales here were the best I'd ever tasted."

"I thought the tamales here were great and delicious."

"You can't go wrong with the tamales; they're really good."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers special pricing all day on Tuesday.

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Parking is limited; consider arriving early or using nearby lots.

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Tamales cost $3 each, which may be considered pricey by some.

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Mexican restaurant offers delicious chicken served with beans and rice and great salsas. Atmosphere is great with a well-located setting. Pricing ranges from affordable combos to somewhat pricey options.

Food tastes delicious and is freshly made. The chicken stands out as especially flavorful.

Salsas stand out with great flavor. Burritos come with tortillas packed inside, which can get soggy and affect texture.

People are saying

"I found the food to be delicious and freshly made."

"The Mexican food here has an excellent flavor."

Good to know

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The establishment offers a variety of combos at affordable prices.

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Be cautious of wire in the potato salad.

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Prices may be higher than expected for the quality received.

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