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Made for those who have a refined palate for tacos and refuse to settle for anything less than authentic preparation.

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Mexican restaurant

Cozy Mexican restaurant with lively music and a home-cooked atmosphere. Guests enjoy authentic dishes like menudo, enchiladas, and tacos with occasional handmade tortillas on weekends. Street parking is available nearby.

Handmade tortillas and homemade horchata stand out with authentic flavors. Tacos, enchiladas, and menudo offer full-bodied, well-prepared Mexican dishes with fresh, flavorful ingredients.

Tacos come with homemade tortillas and rich, flavorful fillings like tripa and asada. Salsas complement the tacos well, making each bite tasty and satisfying.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is delicious, especially the handmade tortillas."

"They gave us a warm dessert bite after the meal."

"I found the tacos here to be delicious and full of flavor."

Good to know

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Handmade tortillas are only available as a special on weekends.

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Street parking is the only option available.

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The restaurant is great for takeout.

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Mexican restaurant

Small, cozy space with classic Mexican decor and warm, inviting atmosphere. Music plays fairly loud, creating a casual but lively vibe. The place stays spotlessly clean and offers a welcoming greeting at the door.

Tacos stand out with birria and tacos al pastor being especially delicious. Menudo and burritos also offer fresh, tasty flavors paired with friendly service.

Tacos feature fresh meats like steak and al pastor with delicious birria options. Service is fast and excellent, making the tacos consistently tasty and satisfying.

People are saying

"The steak tacos here are so flavorful and delicious."

"The Al Pastor's edges had a perfect crisp, like candy for meat lovers."

"I highly recommend this place for its delectable Mexican food."

Good to know

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They open at 9am and close at 12am on weekends and 11pm on weekdays.

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Prices are somewhat high, aligning with other taco joints in the area.

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The establishment has no dedicated parking lot.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican restaurant offers a cozy, casual atmosphere with extensive menu featuring Guerrero-style dishes. The space feels tight and warm, attracting those seeking authentic, well-seasoned tacos and fresh salsa. Energy is low but pleasant, making it suitable for a relaxed meal.

Red and green pozole come packed with flavor and generous portions. Tacos are juicy, well seasoned, and affordable, served alongside fresh salsa made on a molcajete. Horchata offers a balanced cinnamon taste without being too sweet or watery.

Tacos come loaded with meat and are perfectly seasoned. Options like tacos de cabeza and barbacoa offer juicy, flavorful bites that work well for a quick meal.

People are saying

"The Mexican Food here is served by really friendly staff."

"The tacos are flavorful and loaded with meat."

"The warm, spicy molcajete salsa here is amazing."

Good to know

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Daily specials are available, offering unique dishes each day.

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The menu includes a variety of authentic Mexican dishes.

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Expect to pay around $23 for a meal, which is reasonable for the quality.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers warm, welcoming vibe with aromas of sizzling meats and spices filling the air. The environment stays clean and chill even when busy, attracting those seeking authentic, traditional flavors.

Freshly cooked carnitas fill tacos generously, paired with fresh cilantro, onions, and a signature salsa with balanced heat. Menudo and pozole come prepared authentically, with menudo in the Mishuaka style and pozole made like homemade without extra cumin.

Tacos feature generous portions of meat like carnitas, cabeza, chicharrone, and carne asada. They come with fresh cilantro, onions, and a signature salsa that adds balanced heat, plus a side of grilled onions, radishes, and roasted pepper.

People are saying

"The food here is flavorful, fresh, and authentic."

"The tacos here are packed with perfectly seasoned, quality meat."

"The carnitas and pozole here are like homemade Mexican food."

Good to know

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Street parking near Me-Ga Carnitas is extremely limited.

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They charged an 18% gratuity for a family of four or more.

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When paying with a credit card and selecting 'no tip', the tip is still added automatically.

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Mexican restaurant

Counter seating with high chairs lines the walls and windows, creating a rustic, no-frills setting. Bright lighting and a fast-paced, fun atmosphere fill the space. The kitchen buzzes with cooks who are engaging to watch as they prepare authentic Mexican dishes.

Tacos here are soft and juicy, filled generously with meats like carnitas, carne asada, and lengua. The salsas and horchata complement the authentic Mexican flavors well.

Soft, juicy tacos filled with carne asada, carnitas, and lengua stand out here. The tacos have a meat-packed filling that keeps people coming back for over 20 years.

People are saying

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

"I thought these tacos were the best I had ever had."

"I thought the Mexican food here was outstanding."

Good to know

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Paco's Tacos 2 has its own parking lot, which is very convenient.

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Each taco costs $4.75, which is reasonable for the area.

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Expect to pay around $23 for four tacos and a few limes.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers a family-run, homey vibe with a welcoming, relaxing atmosphere. Handmade tortillas and classic-authentic dishes like gorditas and tacos stand out. Occasional live karaoke adds a fun, lively element to the experience.

Gorditas and burritos stand out with their handmade tortillas that boost flavor. The menu includes authentic Mexican dishes like chilaquiles and pirate tacos, all served with fast, polite service.

Handmade tortillas boost the flavor of the tacos. The tacos come small but pack a delicious, grilled punch with options like pirate tacos standing out.

People are saying

"I found the Mexican food, especially the gorditas, to be very tasty."

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

"I found the tacos here to be really tasty."

Good to know

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The restaurant has a parking lot available for customers.

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The menu features a wide selection of classic-authentic Mexican dishes.

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Pricing is generally affordable, but check for discrepancies at payment.

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Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican restaurant with warm, inviting decor featuring earthy tones and wooden accents. Atmosphere ranges from cozy and quiet to lively with loud music, supporting both casual meals and celebrations. Known for authentic Mexican flavors and a community-focused vibe.

Tacos burst with bold flavors and soft tortillas. The menu includes unique items like tacos de nopales and Asada Sopes with smoky grilled arachera. Chilaquiles and horchata balance sweet and savory well.

Tacos come with bursting flavor and perfectly soft tortillas. Options include tacos al pastor with pineapple, carne asada, pollo, cochinita, tripita, and unique items like tacos de nopales.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is fresh and the service is attentive."

"The food here is so delicious and authentic."

"The tacos here are bursting with flavor."

Good to know

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Parking is available in the lot next door, but it can be limited.

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Expect long wait times during lunch hours, especially on weekends.

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Credit cards are accepted, but there's an additional charge for using them.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers spacious seating with a clean environment and a BYOB policy. Atmosphere can feel warm inside, with dishes like quesabirria tacos and pastor tacos standing out for their flavor and portion size. Pricing is generally affordable, with some mandatory gratuity for larger parties.

Pastor tacos stand out with full-size tortillas and generous meat portions. Menudo, tamales, and quesabirias also offer authentic Mexican flavors with rich, satisfying tastes.

Pastor tacos stand out with full-size tortillas and plenty of meat. Other tacos like birria and quesabirria come loaded with meat but can be pricey and sometimes lack seasoning. Lemons are not always provided, which affects the taco experience.

People are saying

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

"The quesabirria tacos here are the best Mexican food I've had."

"I highly recommend the pastor tacos; they were delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant is BYOB, so bring your own drinks.

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An 18% mandatory gratuity is added for parties of three or more.

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Parking is limited with only a few spots available in front.

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Mexican restaurant

Tiny Mexican restaurant with cozy atmosphere and handmade tortillas on weekends. The space fills quickly and features juicy, well-seasoned tacos alongside outstanding salsa. Cleanliness stands out amid the solid hidden gem vibe.

Tacos come juicy and well-seasoned, loaded with meat and toppings. The birria stands out as really good, and the horchata is smooth and refreshing. Menudo varies, but the salsa with chips is out of this world.

Tacos come juicy and well-seasoned, loaded with meat and toppings. Al pastor, carne asada, and carnitas tacos cost $2.25 each, but tripas can be soggy and lengua may be old and dried.

People are saying

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

"The Mexican food here is loaded with juicy, well-seasoned meat."

"The tacos here are loaded with juicy, well-seasoned meat."

Good to know

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Prices on the menu are subject to change at any time.

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The restaurant serves handmade tortillas on weekends.

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The total meal cost is around $20.

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Mexican restaurant

Mexican restaurant offers quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with a cozy interior and drive-thru convenience. The vibe is easygoing and relaxing, attracting those seeking authentic, straightforward Mexican food with notable vegetarian and vegan options.

Tacos come loaded with plenty of meat and include varieties like Steak, Alpastor, Lengua, and spicy Chicharrรณn. Pozole is served fiery, and dishes like Gorditas de nopales and beef milanesa tortas offer hearty, flavorful options.

Tacos feature plenty of meat with varieties like Steak, Alpastor, Lengua, and Chicharrรณn. Some tacos, especially the chicharrรณn, come out very spicy, while others can be surprisingly dry.

People are saying

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

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

"These tacos are so tasty with plenty of meat."

Good to know

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El Indio offers Pozole on Thursdays and Pozole Verde on Saturdays.

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The restaurant is cash only during my visit.

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Vegan options are available on the menu.

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