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Updated April 2026
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Mexican restaurant

Cozy Mexican spot offers authentic dishes like menudo and enchiladas with lively music. Tacos shine with homemade tortillas and rich fillings like tripa and asada. Street parking nearby adds convenience for guests.

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 spot with classic Mexican decor and a lively vibe from loud music. Tacos shine with fresh meats like steak and al pastor, plus tasty birria. Fast, excellent service keeps the experience smooth and satisfying.

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 loved the strawberry milkshake; it was made to perfection."

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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taqueria ometepec guerrero image 1
Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot serves authentic Guerrero-style dishes in a cozy, casual space. Tacos like barbacoa and tacos de cabeza are juicy and well-seasoned. Fresh salsa adds a bright touch to a relaxed, low-energy meal.

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 spot serves generous tacos with meats like carnitas and carne asada, topped with fresh cilantro and a spicy salsa. Warm, welcoming vibe fills the air with sizzling aromas. Clean, chill environment invites fans of authentic flavors and traditional eats.

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 here are so flavorful and melt in your mouth."

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

Small Mexican spot offers authentic flavors in a cozy setting with earthy tones and wooden accents. Tacos shine with bursting flavor and soft tortillas, featuring classics like al pastor and unique tacos de nopales. Atmosphere shifts from quiet meals to lively celebrations with loud music.

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

Family-run spot offers a homey vibe with handmade tortillas that make tacos pop. Classic dishes like gorditas shine alongside grilled pirate tacos. Occasional live karaoke adds a fun, lively touch to the relaxing atmosphere.

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

Counter seating and bright lighting create a rustic setting with a fast-paced vibe. Soft, juicy tacos with carne asada and carnitas fill the menu, made fresh by cooks you can watch. The lively kitchen adds to the authentic Mexican experience.

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."

"The carnitas here are delicious, tender, and juicy."

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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Taqueria El Herradero image 1
Mexican restaurant

Tiny Mexican spot offers handmade tortillas on weekends and a cozy atmosphere that fills up fast. Tacos are juicy and well-seasoned, especially al pastor and carne asada, though tripas can be soggy. Cleanliness adds to its hidden gem appeal.

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 spot offers spacious seating and a BYOB policy for a relaxed vibe. Pastor tacos shine with full-size tortillas and generous meat. Prices stay affordable, but some tacos can be pricey and lack seasoning, with lemons not always served.

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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