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The rhythm of salsa music pulls the focus away from everything else. It is about letting the movement take over for a few hours.

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Little Maria's Cuisine Inc. image 1
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Cozy, family-owned spot feels like grandma's kitchen with a clean, organized space. Homemade salsas are fabulous and highly praised. Hidden location makes it a quiet, pleasant place for breakfast or lunch.

Salsas come homemade and delicious with meals. They stand out as fabulous and highly praised.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and the portions are huge."

"I found this place to be a real hidden gem."

"The homemade salsa here is delicious and fabulous."

Good to know

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Menudo is served on Saturdays.

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Breakfast is served all day.

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The restaurant is located inside an office building with no signage outside.

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Sylvia's Enchilada Kitchen image 1
Tex-Mex restaurant

Colorful decor and a beautiful patio create a cozy, homey vibe with fresh salsa that has a nice kick. Staff keep tables clean and drinks full, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. Outdoor seating offers a quiet space to enjoy the meal.

Chips come fresh and crunchy with salsa that has a nice kick. Staff keep the table clean and drinks full throughout the meal.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, thanks to attentive staff like Victor and Rocio."

"The outdoor seating here is beautiful and quiet."

"The house salsa arrived warm and fresh."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers $6 house margaritas from 3 pm to 6 pm.

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Taco Tuesday features discounted meals at $9 after 4 pm.

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Reservations are not required but recommended during busy hours.

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Tortilleria La Real #5 (La Reyna) image 1

Tiny spot serves fresh hot tortillas and fantastic barbacoa with no seating. Food stays warm on a steam table, keeping flavors authentic. Green salsa is spicy and rich, making the salsa consistently amazing.

Green salsa stands out with its spicy heat and rich flavor. Overall, the salsa is consistently amazing.

People are saying

"The tortillas here are fresh, warm, and handmade."

"I had the best barbacoa I ever tasted."

"The green salsa here is amazing and always hot."

Good to know

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This place is for pick up only with no dine-in options.

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Expect a simple menu with only a few dishes available.

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Prices are decent, averaging around $15 for two people.

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Tacodeli image 1
Mexican restaurant

Bright minimalist space with a clean outdoor patio offers light organic Mexican food and many vegetarian options. A salsa bar features amazing varieties like habanero cream and hot Dona salsa. Service can be slow and portions are notably small.

A salsa bar offers amazing salsa with a variety of options. The habanero cream salsa and hot Salsa (Dona) stand out as favorites. All salsas are consistently excellent and pair well with tacos.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be delicious and great."

"The salsas here are outstanding and really elevate the flavor."

"The Carne Asada is so flavorful, you won't need any sauce."

Good to know

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The restaurant accommodates various dietary restrictions, including allergies.

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Breakfast tacos are only available until 11 AM on weekdays.

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It takes about 20 minutes to prepare take-out orders during busy times.

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Urbe image 1
Restaurant

Large space with authentic Mexican style offers lively vibes and mezcal cocktails. Fresh taquitos and pastor tacos shine with great salsa and chips. Live 90s rock en espaรฑol adds energy, though patio noise can rise.

Fresh taquitos come with great salsa. Chips and guacamole pair well with salsa. Pastor tacos with chips and salsa are solid choices. More variety of salsas would improve the experience.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and exquisite."

"I found the Mexican food here to be the most authentic I've ever had."

"The salsa and guacamole here are very good."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-6 pm on weekdays, with food coming out quickly.

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Reservations are recommended to ensure a table, especially during busy hours.

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The restaurant closes at 9:00 pm, so plan your visit accordingly.

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La Tapatia image 1
Mexican restaurant

Mexican spot offers a warm atmosphere with plenty of TVs for sports fans. Enjoy spicy green salsa served on request and free chips. Strong margaritas and grilled meats shine, making it great for casual dining and lively celebrations.

Green salsa stands out with its spicy kick and requires asking the waiter since it is not on the table. Chips and salsa come free and rate around 7.5 out of 10.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be very tasteful and delicious."

"The Mexican food here is top-notch, and the service is great."

"I smothered my chicken with the chipotle salsa."

Good to know

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Expect to pay around $27 for each dish on the menu.

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The restaurant is kid-friendly and has a large, clean space.

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Service charge is not included in the bill, so tip accordingly.

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Natalitas Mexican Grill image 1
Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot offers a dog-friendly patio and a quiet vibe. Enjoy fresh homemade salsa with complimentary queso and chips. Multiple TVs near the bar create a casual atmosphere perfect for relaxed meals and sports fans.

Chips arrive with fresh homemade salsa right after seating. A complimentary small dish of queso comes with the salsa and chips. Extra bowls of salsa are available on request.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here is excellent, especially the flavorful birria quesadillas."

"The food here is delicious and reasonably priced."

"The frozen margaritas are the best in town and a bargain."

Good to know

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Happy Hour specials are available Monday through Friday from 11 am to 3 pm.

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The restaurant offers Happy Hour until 6pm every day.

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Expect a busy atmosphere during Happy Hour with limited seating.

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Tacos Laguna #7 image 1
Mexican restaurant

Food truck near gas station offers authentic tacos with spicy red salsa and sour cream. Atmosphere is smoky and crowded, filled with many men and cigarette smell. Orders are cash-only with no seating available.

Red and green sauces come with the food, with the red salsa being spicier. Sour cream and salsa often accompany tacos, adding a spicy kick to the dishes.

People are saying

"The $1 tacos here are always bomb."

"The salsa here is spicy, especially the red one."

"The food trucks here feel like they're at a gas station."

Good to know

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$1 tacos are available at Tacos Laguna #7.

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Cash is the only accepted payment method.

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There is no seating; all orders are to-go.

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EL SOL RESTAURANT image 1
Mexican restaurant

Small Mexican spot offers a family-friendly atmosphere with tranquil music and a peaceful vibe. Unique dishes like soft pupusas and amazing tacos shine. Smoky, savory Salsa Ranchera adds bold flavor, pairing perfectly with meals despite a slightly higher price.

Smoky and savory salsa stands out here, offering a flavor completely different from most places. The Salsa Ranchera pairs well with dishes like pupusas, though it comes at a slightly higher price.

People are saying

"The food here is traditional and very tasty."

"The salsa here is smoky, savory, and excellent."

"The breakfast here feels like a satisfying home-cooked meal."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a variety of typical dishes from El Salvador.

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The prices at the restaurant are reasonable.

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The restaurant is clean and well-maintained.

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Memorial Tacos image 1
Taco restaurant

Small taco spot shines with free chips and salsa and live Latin Rumba music. Saturday salsa nights bring a lively dance crowd despite limited space. Festive vibe and tasty tacos make it a cozy, energetic hangout.

Great chips and salsa come free here, making it a solid choice for salsa lovers. Salsa night on Saturday adds a lively vibe with tasty options and good tacos.

People are saying

"I found the tacos here to be authentic and flavorful."

"I loved the live music, especially the Salsa nights."

"The salsa here is great with the tacos."

Good to know

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Latin nights with live music occur every Thursday starting at 10:30 PM.

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A 25% automatic service fee applies for bar seating.

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Reservations are recommended for table seating, especially on busy nights.

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Alicia's Mexican Grille image 1
Mexican restaurant

Cozy Mexican spot with traditional decor and lively atmosphere. Salsa is balanced and flavorful, perfect with margaritas during happy hour. Bar and intimate dining make it great for casual nights out.

Chips come with salsa that balances good flavor and moderate spice without too much cilantro. The salsa pairs well with food and works nicely during happy hour with margaritas.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious and tasty."

"The beef fajitas are tender, juicy, and full of flavor."

"The salsa here is just perfect, not too spicy or full of cilantro."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs until 6 PM with discounted margaritas and appetizers.

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Kids eat free on Mondays with each adult entree ordered.

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Lunch menu service stops at 3 PM, so plan accordingly.

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