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A taco paired with a salsa that enhances the meat rather than masking it with excessive acidity or salt.

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Updated May 2026
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Mexican restaurant

Small, cozy Mexican restaurant with a family-friendly atmosphere and authentic cuisine. Friendly energy fills the space, with fresh ingredients prepared openly. Known for best tamales and breakfast burritos, it offers a simple menu done right.

Street tacos with Carne Asada and Al Pastor come moist and flavorful. Quesabirria tacos stand out as phenomenal and highly satisfying.

Salsa comes in green and red varieties, with the green being milder and the red quite spicy. Both have a sweet but spicy flavor, and the house salsas are consistently tasty and well-spiced.

People are saying

"I loved the Mexican food here; the tamales were excellent."

"I thought the birria tacos were great and flavorful."

"The salsa here is spicy and really tasty."

Good to know

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Los Tamales is primarily a takeout restaurant, with limited seating available.

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Expect fresh food made to order, ensuring quality and flavor.

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Prices are reasonable, with breakfast burritos offered at great deals.

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Mexican restaurant with authentic vibes and use of clay dishes and cups creates a family-friendly atmosphere that feels comfortable and lively. $1 tacos on Wednesdays attract a steady crowd, while micheladas and cantaritos stand out as popular drink choices.

$1 tacos on Wednesdays and Thursdays offer affordable and delicious options like carnita and al pastor. These tacos stand out for their great taste and value, making them a popular choice.

Green salsa stands out as delicious and pairs well with tacos. Multiple salsas complement dishes like quesadillas and rice, making them flavorful and memorable.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be super delicious."

"The salsa here is rich in taste and adds a nice kick."

"The homemade corn tortillas taste amazing and are incredibly fresh."

Good to know

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$1 tacos are available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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$5 shots and mimosas are available during happy hour.

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Thursday features $1 tacos de carnitas.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers family-friendly atmosphere with a hidden residential location. Known for authentic carnitas and chicharrones, it serves fresh tortillas and generous portions like carne asada fries. The vibe is clean and welcoming, suited for casual meals throughout the week.

Street tacos stand out with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Menudo, barbacoa, and tacos al pastor offer rich, savory tastes enhanced by good salsas. Buying meat and tortillas separately is common.

Dark red salsa stands out with its rich flavor. Red and green salsas add varied, bold tastes that make tacos more flavorful. Salsa with chicharrones is milder and less intense.

People are saying

"The food here is so flavorful and delicious."

"I thought the carnitas were the best I ever had."

"You have to try the carnitas; they're worth driving across the city for."

Good to know

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You can buy a pound of meat of your choice and fresh tortillas.

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The prices are reasonable, with half a pound of meat costing around $25.

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The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant with a salsa bar offering several choices and authentic homemade food including standout breakfast burritos and carne asada fries. The atmosphere is homey and welcoming, quiet in the morning with a few tables mainly for takeout. Prices are good, attracting early blue-collar workers and families.

Tacos here stand out for their quesabirria and carnitas varieties, both highly flavorful and well-prepared. A salsa bar offers a good range of options to customize each taco.

A salsa bar lets you pick from a good variety of salsas and cucumbers. The green salsa stands out with its delicious, addictive flavors.

People are saying

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

"I loved their breakfast burritos, especially the smothered ones."

"I had the barbacoa tacos and they were pretty good."

Good to know

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The restaurant opens early for breakfast, catering to blue-collar workers.

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Taco River has a taco deal every Tuesday, making it a budget-friendly option.

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Prices for tacos are around $3 each, which is considered fair.

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Family-owned taco joint offers fresh street tacos with spicy salsas and juicy meats like suadero and buche. The atmosphere includes amazing margaritas and music that complements the casual vibe. Prices stay reasonable while maintaining a clean, basic setting.

Tacos here are full of flavor and very fresh without being greasy. Suadero tacos stand out as especially good, often paired with avocado salsa that complements them well.

Salsas come in green, red, and avocado varieties, all with a spicy kick. Portions are small, but they pair well with tacos, especially the avocado salsa.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here super juicy and delicious."

"The salsas here were amazing and spicy."

"The food here is super good, juicy, and soft."

Good to know

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The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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They offer a variety of taco options beyond just traditional choices.

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Mexican restaurant

Open dining space includes an inner courtyard and authentic Mexican decor with cactus-themed art. Atmosphere stays warm and family-friendly, with mariachi music enhancing the vibe without overpowering conversation. Regulars enjoy green chili dishes and blended margaritas, making it a standout for Mexican cuisine and drinks.

Crunchy taco shells hold up well for takeout and taste great. Chicken tacos and fajita taco platters come with crispy shells that stand out.

Warm, fresh, and homemade chips and salsa arrive quickly with drinks. The complimentary salsa and green chili stand out as phenomenal and fantastic.

People are saying

"The food here is really great and delicious."

"You have to try their chips and salsa; it's authentic and tasty."

"I thought their tacos were awesome and authentic."

Good to know

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La Casa Del Rey accommodates large groups as well as groups of two.

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The burritos at La Casa Del Rey are less than $7 and arm-sized.

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Gilly's Food Truck catered our company Halloween event.

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Colorful, eclectic space offers a cozy atmosphere with a good vibe. Menu features traditional Mexican dishes like birria tacos and quesabirrias, noted for their rich flavors. Prices remain average, and the spot stands out as a clean, pleasant gem among similar eateries.

Birria tacos stand out with rich, tender meat and flavorful broth. Other options include asada and tripe tacos, served simply but tasty, sometimes with sides like potatoes and pork rinds.

Chips come with freshly made salsa that has a good crunch. The chips and salsa stand out as the best part of the meal.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and really good."

"The green chili on these breakfast burritos was spot on."

"The chips and salsa were delicious and freshly made."

Good to know

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Expect to pay a 10% mandatory gratuity on all bills.

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Credit card payments incur additional fees; cash is preferred.

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No free refills on drinks; each cup of coffee is charged separately.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious and clean Mexican restaurant offers a calm, family-friendly atmosphere with live mariachi music enhancing the vibe. The place draws a lively crowd enjoying authentic Durango-style gorditas and fresh fruit margaritas. Parking is easy, and the setting feels peaceful yet vibrant.

Tacos stand out with al pastor, barbacoa, and tacos de tripas options. Grilled gorditas and mixed fajitas also complement the menu well.

Chips come with free salsa verde and roja that have a good balance of flavor and heat. Salsa portions sometimes come in limited cups, with three green and three red for larger orders.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here, especially the gorditas, is so flavorful and generously stuffed."

"The salsa verde and roja were flavorful with just the right heat."

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

Good to know

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During Taco Tuesday, they offer $1.50 tacos de carnitas and al pastor.

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Parking is easy to find nearby.

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The restaurant is clean and comfortable.

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