I stumbled upon it thanks to some fantastic Yelp reviews, and it definitely piqued my curiosity…read more Turns out, it's quite the unique setup. Imagine walking into a supermarket, but then you discover it's also home to a charming bakery, a refreshing Michoacana, and, most importantly, a bustling taco stand tucked away in a corner. It's like a little culinary adventure all under one roof. When I first got to the taco stand, I wasn't entirely sure of the drill. There were a few bench tables, and I wondered if it was table service or if I should order at the small, somewhat unassuming entrance. A younger fellow was taking orders there, and while he efficiently guided me on what to do,order there, pick up when your name's called by the guisado stand, I have to say, his demeanor wasn't the warmest. A friendlier face at the counter would definitely make the initial interaction a bit more welcoming, especially for first timers like me. The main supermarket area looked sparkling clean, but the taco corner itself felt a bit more lived in, shall we say. It was quite cozy, almost a bit cramped, and the tables and floor could've used a little extra attention. That small, almost closet like door where you order definitely adds to its rustic charm, but it also made me pause for a second before committing to my meal. It was interesting to see a good number of local workers stopping by for their lunch always a good sign of authentic food. On a super positive note, the folks cooking up the food were an absolute delight. They were genuinely friendly and incredibly helpful, which really brightened the whole experience. Okay, onto the good stuff the food. I started with a steak burrito, and let me tell you, it was generously portioned and packed with flavor. It was absolutely delicious, though I'll admit, it was quite the gloriously messy and delightfully greasy affair to eat. Definitely needed a few extra napkins. Then came the tacos. I tried a variety steak, lomo, al pastor, cecina, and chorizo. Most of them were seriously tasty. The only one that didn't quite hit the mark for me was the chorizo the flavor just didn't quite work. But here's a little secret I discovered the cecina and lomo meats are incredibly flavorful on their own. If you try them straight up, maybe with a little cilantro, onion, and salsa on the side wow, they are truly amazing. In the taco, they can sometimes feel a tad dry, but separating them out transforms them into something spectacular. The prices were quite reasonable, which is always a bonus. Overall, I'd definitely go back for more tacos especially now that I've figured out the best way to enjoy those cecina and lomo. I think next time I'll opt for takeout, and hopefully, the friendly energy of the cooks might rub off on the order taker at the front. It has a lot of potential and some truly delicious offerings.
