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Taco spots

You know a good taco when you taste one, and you are tired of settling for anything less.

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Enjoy authentic seafood like fish tacos and ceviche in a cozy, family-friendly setting. Outdoor dining enhances the relaxed atmosphere. Tacos offer fresh, bold flavors with options like birria and shrimp standing out.

Fish tacos stand out for their simplicity and freshness, often described as perfect and incredibly legit. Other tacos like birria, surf and turf, and shrimp offer strong flavors, with some preferring shrimp over fish for their freshness and taste.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and loaded with flavor."

"The seafood tacos here are fresh, loaded with flavor, and the best I've had."

"I thought the fish tacos were the best I've had."

Good to know

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Karaoke night happens every Saturday starting at 9pm.

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The restaurant offers a large variety of seafood items on the menu.

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Family-friendly atmosphere makes it a great spot for all ages.

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El taller de la Barbacoa/The Barbacoa Factory image 1

Small Mexican spot offers authentic birria and barbacoa in a casual, friendly space. Tacos shine with tender meat and large rolled versions come with rich consommรฉ. Generous portions and fresh flavors make it a great value.

Tacos feature tender, flavorful meat with varieties like Barbacoa, Birria, and Adobaba. Rolled Tacos stand out for their large size and come with a rich consommรฉ on the side.

People are saying

"You have to try the birria tacos and consommรฉ; it's delicious."

"I loved the spicy, garlicky red salsa."

"The birria tacos here are delicious, especially with the consommรฉ."

Good to know

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Menudo is available on weekends.

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Cash payments are preferred to avoid card fees.

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Parking is limited and located under an apartment complex.

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Taco restaurant

Taco shop offers crunchy beef tacos and shrimp burritos with fresh, bold flavors. Family-run vibe and cash-only policy create an authentic, focused atmosphere. Large portions deliver great value, making it a standout for taco lovers.

Crunchy beef tacos and shrimp burritos stand out with fresh, well-seasoned flavors. Rolled tacos offer a distinctive texture and the tacos provide great value for the money.

People are saying

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

"I thought the shrimp burrito here was the best I ever had."

"I thought the tacos al pastor were the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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The restaurant only accepts cash payments, so bring cash.

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There is an ATM inside, but it may not always work.

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The shop closes early at 4 PM on Saturdays.

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Small, intimate space offers a cozy atmosphere with friendly staff and clean decor. Shrimp tacos shine with freshness and flavor, rivaling top taco spots. Menu features unique vegan options and fresh, healthy dishes like acai bowls and Mexican parfaits.

Shrimp tacos stand out for their freshness and solid flavor, matching up well with specialized taco spots. Birria tacos also appear on the menu, though one order included a white hair.

People are saying

"I loved their smoothies; they were the best I ever had."

"Their tropical acai bowl is a weekly ritual, bursting with flavor."

"These shrimp tacos are so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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The menu features a variety of fresh, healthy ingredients that cater to every dietary preference.

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There was plenty of parking available.

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They offered items that are hard to find, like Mexican parfait.

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Hector's Taco Shop & Fruteria image 1

Hole-in-the-wall spot serves crispy shredded beef tacos with fresh fruit sides. Family-owned vibe shines through simple, no-frills atmosphere and casual pace. Affordable street tacos and carnitas satisfy with solid, straightforward flavors.

Hard-shelled shredded beef tacos come out extra crispy and flavorful. Street tacos and carnitas offer affordable, solid flavors in a mom and pop setting.

People are saying

"This Mexican food burrito was huge and delicious."

"I thought the food here was really good."

"I found their street tacos super good and crispy."

Good to know

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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The restaurant has a selection of fresh fruit available.

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Expect a casual, mom-and-pop atmosphere.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot offers fish tacos with generous toppings and classic carne asada fries. Atmosphere feels like an old mom-and-pop diner with a relaxed, hole-in-the-wall vibe. Consistent quality and authentic flavors keep a steady crowd coming back.

Fish tacos and carne asada fries stand out here. The menu also includes chicken nachos, rolled tacos, and beef chimichangas, all served with generous toppings.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be the best I've had in years."

"The carne asada fries here are seasoned perfectly."

"I thought the California burrito was the best I had ever tasted."

Good to know

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The restaurant is small, so expect limited seating.

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The burrito costs $12, which is reasonable for the portion size.

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La Posta De Acapulco is known for its consistent quality over the years.

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Huge booths create a family-friendly vibe with a live band adding energy. Menu offers large portions of Mexican dishes like carnitas tacos and spicy salsas. Prices stay reasonable in a busy gas station plaza spot.

Carnitas tacos stand out as a highlight. Crispy tacos and roll tacos also offer distinct textures and flavors. The taco selection shows variety beyond just the usual options.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious and full of flavor."

"I ordered a humongous burrito, it was huge!"

"I found the carnitas tacos to be the best I have had."

Good to know

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The restaurant is tucked away in a gas station plaza and doesn't look like much from the outside.

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Palomino's offers a lot of choices, including menudo and various menu options beyond tacos.

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Expect friendly service from the staff at Palomino's.

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La Baja Mexican Food image 1
Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant shines with fresh fish tacos and tender carne asada. Lively bar and live band music create a fun vibe. Spotless space and a menu that balances new dishes with popular favorites keep guests coming back.

Fish tacos come fried but tender with low oil and a fresh, amazing sauce. Street tacos like carnitas, adobada, and carne asada have great flavor and tender meat, paired with very good house salsa.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and crazy good."

"I highly recommend their carne asada; it had great flavor."

"These tacos are so good, I considered them my favorite."

Good to know

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The restaurant is now called Los Mexas, offering a different menu.

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Parking might be an issue due to a new CBD store next door.

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Tuesdays feature street tacos specials, making it a popular day to visit.

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Barbecue restaurant

Barbecue spot shines with juicy shrimp tacos and smash burgers made from in-house ground beef. Outdoor seating stays cozy under shade despite road noise. Expect a busy vibe and plan ahead to enjoy Tuesday Taco deals and flavorful BBQ meats.

Shrimp and brisket tacos stand out with juicy, tender meat. Carne asada, tri-tip, and pulled pork tacos offer fair portions of flavorful, lean meat. Tuesday Taco deals add value to the experience.

People are saying

"I thought their BBQ pulled pork sandwich was the best."

"I loved the fresh ingredients in their breakfast sandwiches."

"The shrimp taco here is outstanding."

Good to know

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The burger is available on Thursdays for $10.99.

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Expect to wait if it is busy, especially during lunch hours.

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The menu is extensive, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.

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Ice cream shop

Bright, clean interior with air conditioning makes dining comfortable. Spectacular adobada tacos offer great flavor and value at just one dollar each. Long wait times don't dim the welcoming vibe or the tasty asada fries and esquite.

Tacos come with great flavor and offer excellent value, especially the adobada and adobada tacos priced at one dollar each. The asada fries and esquite add tasty variety to the menu.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be delicious and worth every penny."

"This Mexican food's tortas are tasty, juicy, and super filling."

"I thought the smoothies here were the best."

Good to know

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The tacos cost $1.99 each, making them a great deal.

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Expect long wait times during peak hours, around 27 minutes.

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The torta costs only $10.99, offering good value.

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El Kora Restaurante y Cantina image 1

Birria tacos shine with super delicious flavor and generous portions. Fish soup adds strong flavors that stand out. A DJ spins tunes, creating a lively atmosphere that complements the authentic Mexican menu variety.

Birria tacos stand out for their super delicious flavor and high quality, earning top marks. Fish tacos also impress, and the menu offers more than typical taco shops.

People are saying

"The birria tacos here are super delicious and packed with meat."

"The birria tacos are super delicious and packed with meat."

"I thought the fish tacos were the best I had."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens on weekends, but it can get very loud.

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The restaurant offers a variety of items beyond typical taco shop fare.

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A large burrito costs $13.00.

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Mexican restaurant

Small dining area with loud music and two TVs creates a lively vibe. Carne Amado tacos and burritos are signature items with mixed reviews. Spot stays clean and offers good background music and positive energy for dine-in or take-out.

Carne Amado tacos and burritos stand out as signature items. The taco shop offers a mix of average to terrific experiences depending on the visit.

People are saying

"The food here is always fresh and hit the spot."

"I loved the carne asada burrito; it was excellent."

"I found this taco shop to be terrific."

Good to know

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Ordering to-go is quick and easy, whether in person or through the app.

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Prices for combo meals have increased significantly, now starting at $15.95.

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The restaurant has removed the self-serve salsa bar and charges extra for salsa cups.

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Loreto's Taco Shop image 1
Mexican restaurant

Small space buzzes late with steady energy and a 24-hour drive-through. Rolled tacos shine with full flavor, paired perfectly with fresh green salsa. Carne asada fries offer a standout snack, while burritos vary but Texano packs a punch.

Rolled tacos come fully loaded and stand out as a go-to favorite alongside breakfast burritos. The green salsa is fresh, aromatic, and has the right kind of spicy kick that complements the tacos well.

People are saying

"I considered this Mexican food my favorite taco shop ever."

"It's a great late night spot for food when you need something open."

"I thought the tacos here were the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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Loreto's Taco Shop is open 24 hours for late-night cravings.

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The drive-thru is available for quick service at any hour.

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Parking is limited with only three spots available.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant shines with family-friendly atmosphere and energetic music. Rolled tacos are crispy with shredded beef and a mild green avocado salsa. Salsa bar offers variety of salsas including guacamole style and Chipotle.

Rolled tacos come crispy with a good amount of shredded beef and a green avocado salsa that offers mild heat. Tacos de cabeza and carne asada are available, but adobada tacos do not meet expectations.

People are saying

"The Mexican Food here has the best salsa I've ever tasted."

"I paid $16.70 for a small burrito without rice and beans."

"The service here is so cordial and friendly."

Good to know

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They charge $0.50 for credit card use, so bring cash if possible.

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The restaurant is under new management, which may affect service and menu.

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There is plenty of clean seating available for diners.

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