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Small Mexican spot shines with birria dishes and large burritos like chile relleno. Clean, aesthetic interior offers indoor and outdoor seating with a calm vibe. Families enjoy board games and self-order screens while waiting.

Birria dishes dominate the menu with options like quesadillas, tacos, taquitos, and nachos. Burritos come in large portions with varieties like chile relleno and red wet, while the la diabla torta offers a spicy, flavorful kick.

People are saying

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

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Taco Tuesday special is available every Tuesday with great deals.

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The Taco Tuesday special costs around $15 and includes generous portions.

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Expect a lively atmosphere on Taco Tuesdays with many patrons.

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Cozy spot with a home-like atmosphere serves huge handmade tortilla tacos and authentic dishes like menudo and goat birria. Offers flavorful, traditional Mexican food with large carnitas tacos and homemade meals by the pound.

Homemade tortillas stand out, paired with flavorful dishes like menudo served daily and goat birria. Large carnitas tacos and authentic Mexican flavors make the menu diverse and tasty.

People are saying

"You have to try the homemade tortillas with the Mexican food here."

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One birria taco costs $10.00.

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The tacos are extra large, which I didn't know before trying them.

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They have homemade dishes available for purchase by pound, along with homemade tortillas.

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Taco truck serves authentic trompo meat with handmade tortillas and great salsas. Prices stay affordable and parking is easy. Payment options include cash, Venmo, and Zelle for convenience.

Tacos come with spicy flavor and perfect asada meat. Handmade tortillas and great salsas complement tacos al pastor, burritos, and mulitas. Prices stay affordable and service is friendly.

People are saying

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

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They accept cash, Venmo, and Zelle.

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The truck is very clean.

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There is always plenty of parking nearby.

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Enjoy authentic Southern Mexican cuisine with dishes like mole coloradito and borrachos chilaquiles. The space is elegant and cozy, perfect for special occasions. Live Spanish music plays softly, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere ideal for clear conversation.

Southern Mexican food features homemade corn tortillas, mole coloradito, and borrachos chilaquiles with tender steak. Many salsas and chips accompany dishes like panuchos, sope, and tlayuda, offering flavors beyond typical Mexican food.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is exquisite and authentic."

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Happy hour is available every day from 4 to 6 PM.

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Parking is available a little further down the road.

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The dough for empanadas is made from scratch daily.

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Small Mexican spot serves authentic street tacos with tender meats like tripa and lengua. Cozy space invites diners to enjoy a full salsa bar with varied condiments. Prices stay very affordable, making it a great value for phenomenal menudo and solid burritos.

Tacos here have an authentic Mexican street taco flavor with options like tripa, pastor, cabeza, and lengua. Menudo stands out as phenomenal, and burritos offer solid value around $10.

People are saying

"The tacos and burritos here are fantastic and authentic Mexican food."

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Tacos cost $1.72 each, offering great value for the quality.

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The portions are large and filling, making it a good deal.

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The menu includes a variety of dishes beyond just tacos.

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Small space feels intimate and cozy with garden decor and soft 1950s Mexican music. Handmade tortillas and dishes like chicken enchiladas offer authentic flavors. Welcomes service dogs, adding to its inviting vibe.

Handmade tortillas and dishes like chilaquiles, pozole, and chicken enchiladas stand out for their authentic, homemade quality. Tostadas come topped with veggies and refried beans, adding fresh flavor to the menu.

People are saying

"The menudo here is great and really hit the spot."

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Food is prepared fresh when ordered, which may increase wait times.

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The parking lot is small, so arrive early or consider take-out.

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The restaurant has a small dining area, making it less suitable for large groups.

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Vegan Mexican food shines with authentic burritos and hand-made tortillas. A lively beer garden hosts live music, creating an energetic vibe. Multiple vegan proteins and bold salsas add rich variety to the menu.

Offers authentic vegan Mexican food with hand-made tortillas. Features standout items like vegan burritos, tacos, and nachos with flavors rivaling traditional meat dishes.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food tasted super good."

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The menu is entirely vegan, offering a variety of plant-based Mexican dishes.

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There is ample seating available for groups.

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Prices are reasonable for the portion sizes provided.

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Small Mexican spot shines with top-quality meats and soft, chewy tortillas. Outdoor seating offers a charming atmosphere perfect for relaxing. Shrimp tacos with crisp iceberg and rich crema highlight the authentic flavors that draw a loyal crowd.

Shrimp tacos feature perfectly fried shrimp, crisp iceberg, and rich crema. Tacos use top-quality meats with soft, chewy tortillas. The birria and alpastor tacos stand out, with salsas that often outshine the main dishes.

People are saying

"The Mexican food's salsas were surprisingly bomb and delicious."

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The menu offers a variety of items including tacos, tortas, and burritos.

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Prices for three tacos, beans, and rice are $20.

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Expect a casual atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating.

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Mexican food truck serves fresh hand-pressed tortillas with meats like birria and al pastor. A wide salsa bar lets you customize with beans and jalapeรฑos. Despite long lines, the spot stays quiet and peaceful, drawing locals for satisfying street tacos.

Tacos come with fresh hand-pressed tortillas and well-seasoned meats like al pastor, asada, cabeza, and birria. A large salsa bar offers beans, consomรฉ, grilled onions, and jalapeรฑos to customize each taco.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food here had the best flavor."

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The food truck offers 7-8 types of meat for tacos.

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Parking is easy and available nearby.

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The taco truck is busy most of the time they are open.

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Food truck serves best tacos with unique meats like tripe and tongue. Salsas are solid and tasty, enhancing every bite. Casual vibe and affordable prices make it a great spot despite cleanliness issues.

Tacos stand out with rich flavor and include options like tongue and tripe that taste great. Salsas are solid and tasty, complementing the consistently good tacos.

People are saying

"I thought the tacos were delicious and had so much flavor."

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Prices are reasonable for the generous portions offered.

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The food truck maintains a clean and hygienic environment.

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Expect a casual dining experience with no formal seating.

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Affordable fish tacos shine on Taco Tuesday with a lively vibe. Flavorful seafood like shrimp cocktail and mojarra pairs well with Pacifico beer. Mexican dishes such as ceviche tostadas add variety to the menu.

Fish tacos stand out with great size and a $1.25 price on Taco Tuesday, making the event exciting with special deals. Other dishes include tostada mixta, camarones a la diabla, and ceviche tostadas.

People are saying

"You have to try their fish tacos; they're a great deal."

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Fish tacos are priced at $1.25 on Tuesdays.

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The event offers special deals on tacos.

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Credit cards are accepted for payment.

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Modern Mexican spot shines with handmade tortillas and creative tacos like duck and pork belly. Roaming mariachi bands bring lively music to a chill, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a notable margarita selection perfect for dates or groups.

Tacos stand out with options like Duck Tacos, pork belly, and cauliflower varieties. Handmade tortillas and fresh salsas complement dishes like ceviche and aguachile, while drinks include Cafe de olla and balanced agua fresca.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious, especially the tasty moles and salsa."

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Visit on Taco Tuesday for a $2 discount per taco.

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Mariachi performances happen every Friday night.

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Reservations are accepted, so it's best to book ahead.

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Simple local market offers homemade guacamole and carne asada with fresh, well-seasoned meats. Clean atmosphere and easy parking make shopping for everyday essentials and specialty items pleasant and affordable.

Carne asada and marinated chicken come perfectly seasoned and show good quality. Homemade guacamole and salsa add fresh, excellent flavor. Fresh cheese also features as a notable item.

People are saying

"The carne asada here is the best Mexican food I've had."

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Taco Tuesday features special deals on tacos every Tuesday.

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Friday offers sandwich deals that are popular among visitors.

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Parking is generally available, making it easy to visit.

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Small bakery shines with fresh Mexican sweet bread and excellent tamales like jalapeรฑo cream cheese. Clean space keeps prices fair. Tamales sell out fast, so come early for the best flavors.

Tamales stand out as a very tasty option here. They sell out quickly, so arriving early is key.

People are saying

"You have to try the fluffy, moist tamales; they run out fast."

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Tamales sell out quickly, so visit early to avoid disappointment.

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The bakery offers a variety of bread, pastries, and tamales.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of the baked goods.

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Mexican restaurant shines with flavorful pastor tacos and a clean dining area. Friendly service and Taco Tuesday deals keep guests coming back. Lively music adds to the busy, upbeat atmosphere every day.

Tacos stand out with flavorful pastor and fish options. Menudo and California asada burrito add variety. Service stays friendly and consistent. Taco Tuesday offers special deals.

People are saying

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

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Meals cost under $9, making it budget-friendly.

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The burrito is priced at $11, a popular choice.

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Taco Tuesday features special deals on tacos.

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Small spot with best tacos featuring meats like chicharron and tripas. Limited seating makes it mostly take-out. Loud, hot vibe with an iconic mural adds charm to the kitchen-like space.

Tacos here come with generous meat portions and include standout options like chicharron, tripas, and cabeza. Burritos and gorditas are also notable, especially the crispy chicharron burritos that avoid sogginess common elsewhere.

People are saying

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

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Seating is very limited; expect to wait for a table.

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Credit cards are accepted for payment.

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The restaurant has been family owned for over 30 years.

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Cozy spot offers pork tamales and quesobirria tacos with fresh salsa and chips. Modern interior and dog-friendly patio create a relaxed vibe. Loud music adds energy while prices stay affordable for quality food and service.

Big chunks of pork fill the pork tamales and the quesobirria tacos stand out as addictive and delicious. Chilaquiles come in a true Mexican style with green sauce and carne asada, while the salsa is made from scratch and the tortilla chips arrive fresh.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the Chili Rellenos, is the very best I've ever eaten."

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Pozole and menudo are available on Saturdays and Sundays.

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El Buen Gusto is dog friendly and allows dogs in their patio.

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Beer and wine are only served inside the restaurant.

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Diner-style spot shines with authentic menudo and hearty wet burritos that pack flavor and size. Clean, welcoming vibe with local history walls adds charm. Don't miss the notable burgers and chili cheese fries for classic fast food fans.

Menudo stands out with its authentic flavor and comes at an affordable price. Wet burritos filled with carne asada offer a hearty option, often too large for one person to finish.

People are saying

"I found the menudo delicious and authentic."

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The establishment is wheelchair accessible.

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They accept EBT hot meal plan.

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The dining area is well kept and clean.

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Small cantina offers authentic Mexican dishes like huevos rancheros and pozole. Cozy, old school vibe with soul music and a comfy patio creates a welcoming spot. Family-owned feel adds warmth to the homestyle atmosphere.

Authentic Mexican dishes like huevos rancheros, chilaquiles de mole, and carne asada stand out here. Corn tortillas and homestyle options like albรณndigas soup and pozole add to the traditional, delicious menu.

People are saying

"I found the Mexican food here to be the best."

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The restaurant gets busy on weekends, so expect longer wait times.

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Reservations are not accepted; seating is first-come, first-served.

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The menu may have incorrect prices, so confirm before ordering.

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Open 24/7, this Mexican spot serves hearty tacos and bold salsa in generous portions. Atmosphere is chill and local but space shows wear and could be cleaner. Popular for late-night carryout, it draws a steady crowd seeking flavorful food.

Tacos and burritos come in generous portions with great flavor and quality. Carnitas and Carne Asada are cooked well and not dry. The salsa adds bold flavor that enhances the dishes.

People are saying

"This Mexican food is great, the burritos are super large."

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El Atacor is open 24/7, perfect for late-night cravings.

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Expect to pay around $13 for a single burrito.

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They charge more for card payments compared to cash.

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Mexican food shines with potato tacos and carnitas tacos that pack flavor. Affordable prices draw crowds, especially on Taco Tuesday with 2 tacos for $2 deals. Large portions and asada fries keep customers coming back for value and taste.

Potato tacos and carnitas tacos stand out with solid flavors. Taco Tuesday offers 2 tacos for $2 but can get very busy, sometimes causing long waits.

People are saying

"I thought the tacos here were amazing."

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Taco Tuesdays offer 2 tacos for $2, making it a budget-friendly option.

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Cash is preferred, but some vendors may accept cards.

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Expect a casual atmosphere with no reservations needed.

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Indoor seating feels like a dark dungeon with minimal lighting. Mexican dishes shine with goat birria and homemade tortillas. Great prices and a low-key vibe make it a flavorful spot to enjoy.

Goat birria stands out with rich flavor. Homemade tortillas and hot salsa complement dishes like Azteca Tacos, chilaquiles, and sope, all offered at great prices.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is fresh and authentic."

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Prices at Que Buena Taqueria are generally considered very good.

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The menu features a variety of Mexican dishes beyond just tacos.

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Salsas are provided as sides, but typical taco accompaniments are not available.

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Bright interior features a yellow Frito pepper bar and a seafood-focused menu with excellent fish tacos and shrimp ceviche. Mexican food shines with crispy fish tacos and special Wednesday deals. Atmosphere feels hot due to poor air conditioning but draws seafood lovers.

Fish tacos stand out with crispy, fresh fish topped with just the right amount of crema and salsa. Wednesdays offer a special deal on these tacos, making them a popular choice alongside Mexican shrimp cocktails.

People are saying

"I thought the Mexican food, especially the fish tacos, was amazing."

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Parking is tight, so arrive early to find a spot.

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Expect a busy atmosphere, especially during peak hours.

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Fish Taco Wednesdays offer tacos for $1.99 each.

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Small Mexican spot feels like grandma's kitchen with a cozy, family-friendly vibe. Menudo shines with its white honeycomb style and rich flavor. Breakfast burritos and crunchy tacos offer authentic taste that keeps locals coming back.

Menudo stands out with its white honeycomb style, served daily and praised for its exquisite flavor. The breakfast burritos and crunchy tacos also draw attention for their consistent quality and authentic taste.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious and tasty."

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Parking at Super Burrito is limited and spaces are small.

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Breakfast is served all day.

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Prices at Super Burrito are reasonable.

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Outdoor seating with TVs and music creates a lively, family-friendly vibe. Fish tacos shine with creamy cilantro sauce and crunchy shrimp options. Dogs are welcome, adding to the fresh, inviting atmosphere.

Fish tacos stand out with options grilled or fried and a creamy cilantro sauce. Crunchy shrimp and papa tacos offer a tasty twist but lean light on shrimp. Churro ice cream provides a sweet finish.

People are saying

"Their fish tacos are delicious and filling."

Good to know

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They actually close at 9 pm, not 10 pm as Google indicated.

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The restaurant maintained menu pricing during Happy Hour with items under $20.00.

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Pets are welcome at Off The Hook Fish Grill.

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Small, clean spot serves shrimp tacos Guerrero style with fresh agua frescas like watermelon. Live Mexican music creates a lively atmosphere that feels family-friendly. Outdoor seating and large margaritas add to the fun vibe.

Shrimp tacos Guerrero style and fish tacos stand out with rich flavors. Agua frescas like watermelon and cucumber taste fresh and vibrant. Menudo and chorizo burrito offer hearty, satisfying options.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the fish tacos, is amazing."

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Credit cards are accepted, but a surcharge may apply.

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Expect a $25 charge for song requests during Banda performances on Saturdays.

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Karaoke takes place every Thursday night.

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Small Mexican spot shines with table-side guacamole and authentic carne asada. Family vibe thrives amid lively music and ample seating. Fresh margaritas round out the casual, welcoming feel.

Table-side guacamole gets made fresh right in front of you. The menudo comes hot, spicy, and loaded with add-ons. Burritos like the chicken mole and shrimp are packed with distinct flavors, and the carne asada tastes truly authentic.

People are saying

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

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Fajita Thursdays and Taco Tuesdays are popular events at the restaurant.

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The buffet is available only on Sundays.

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Brunch is priced at $27 per person.

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Fast food spot with a 24-hour drive-thru and quiet weekday lunches. Mexican menu shines with fish tacos and a loaded asada queso burrito. Portions are reasonable and ordering is quick and easy.

Tacos stand out with a great fish taco and a loaded asada queso burrito that has a grilled outside and hot, cheesy inside. The Berria quesadilla and MACHO BEEF BURRITO also deliver solid, delicious flavors at reasonable prices.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here tastes great and is always fresh."

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Del Taco is open 24 hours, but check for actual closing times.

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Expect longer wait times during lunch hours on weekdays.

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Drive-through service is faster than dining in.

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Spacious coffee shop offers a calm atmosphere with friendly vibe and music by Vincent Fernandez. Enjoy flaky empanadas filled with birria and sweet tres leches desserts. Coffee options include rich horchata lattes, perfect for a relaxing visit.

Flaky empanadas filled with birria stand out alongside tres leches desserts and elote pan dulce. Breakfast tortas, picadillo burritos, and rich horchata lattes add variety to the menu.

People are saying

"The birria empanadas and conchas are amazing Mexican food."

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Mariachi Bakery has ample parking and indoor/outdoor seating.

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Parking can be challenging right off the street.

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The menu is very visible inside the bakery.

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Small space with authentic tacos and great micheladas offers a trendy vibe with upbeat Mexican music. Indoor and outdoor seating create an inviting atmosphere. Burritos like EL NORTENO and fresh salsas add rich flavors to the menu.

Tacos stand out with authentic flavors like al pastor, carne asada, and tender tongue paired with homemade salsa. Burritos such as the EL NORTENO and shrimp and asada offer rich fillings, while mulitas and fresh salsas add variety. Drinks include agua frescas to complement the meal.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is amazing and loaded."

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Expect long wait times of 1-2 hours for food and 1 hour for drinks.

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The restaurant closes at 10 PM even on weekends.

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Chips and salsa are not complimentary and must be paid for.

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