Barbacoa tacos were very dry, I think the meat was old. Tamales were amazing and I think wrapped…read morein banana leaf, very fresh with big pieces of meat. Watermelon agua Fresca was on point. I would probably return if I'm in the area and try something else.

Taqueria Emanuel is sooo good. One of those spots that doesn't try too hard and just gets it right…read more The food is super flavorful, fresh, and actually tastes authentic--not watered down at all. I've tried a couple things and everything has been consistently solid. Portions are great for the price, so it feels like you're getting real value too. Perfect when you want something quick but still really satisfying. The vibe is casual and low-key, nothing fancy, but that's part of the charm. Service has always been friendly and quick in my experience. Parking can depend on the time, but I've usually been able to find a spot without too much trouble. Definitely a go-to if you're in the mood for good tacos.

A buddy of mine and I hit up the Tacos Gone Mobile location in the food court at Westshore Plaza…read morebefore a movie recently and could not have been more impressed. First, a couple of things for context. We were there around 7:30 in the evening and the mall closes around 8. It looked like all the food court spots were closing up, but the folks at Tacos Gone Mobile were happy to take our orders and assure us that they're usually the last ones in the food court to close up every night. Made a very good first impression! Taking a look at their menu, there's a lot to be excited about if you love Mexican cuisine. Their selection of proteins is truly impressive -- I'm not sure I've seen another Latin restaurant in the area that has as many options, honestly. Once you choose a protein, then you choose an entree, and from there you pretty much have your pick of any presentation you might want -- tacos, burritos, tortas, birria tacos, taco salads, you name it -- all cooked to order. For my first taste of their flavors, I went pretty simple -- steak birria tacos -- and I'm very glad I did. Now, as with most birria tacos, they're a little hard to pick up because the grilled tortillas get a little soft, especially if you dip them in the savory consommé broth they come with -- definitely get lots of napkins! But these tacos were absolutely bursting with flavor -- delightful. The chips they came with were terrific, too -- firm, crisp, capable of loading up with their delicious guac and not falling apart. My friend had similar things to say about the Supreme tacos he ordered. Also, do not skip on the sauces they serve up with your chips, especially the green sauce. Delicious, but it's a got a bit of a kick -- you've been warned! With so many options inside Westshore closing their doors, it's great to see someone bringing such a creative casual food experience to the food court space. My only regret coming away from this meal was that I didn't take pictures of what we ordered! I'll add some next time I'm there, and there absolutely will be a next time!

It is authentic! Impressed they had options like buche and cabeza. Good flavors. The red salsa is…read moremeh, very tomatoy, watery, and mild. The green is absolute fire. Spicier, great flavor, went well on everything. I had buche, pastor and asada. All good. The asada needed more or a char and more flavor. But sliced nice and thin and with the salsas pretty solid. Buche had great flavor, again, could have used more char but great. Pastor I wasn't a huge fan of the marinade. Very savory and I prefer spicy. But all in all very solid spot. It's in the mall food court so I didn't expect much. The aqua frescas are on point! Had a watermelon and it was perfect.. not too sweet. Refreshing in this heat and humidity. Highly recommend you try to support local/family run.

If you know, you KNOW. Tacos Las California is about as close to a California burrito as you can…read moreget in Florida, and that alone makes this place a must-stop for me every time I'm in Tampa. The owners are from San Diego, so they clearly know what they're doing when it comes to that SoCal Mexican food magic. The California burrito hits all the right notes and brings back those West Coast flavors I love. This has officially become one of my Tampa must-stops. If you're a California burrito person, put this place on your list--you won't be disappointed.

I eat here every couple of weeks. Ordered food yesterday (Wednesday) the food was ok, but def the…read moreleast favorite out of my previous orders. I was quite surprised how sloppy presentation was. The lettuce and quac was horrible wilted and brown. There was a ton of fat on a lot of the meat and this hasn't happened before. Still love this place but hoping staff will be mindful of what or how things are served.

I am always on the hunt for the best birria tacos in our area, and this truck always delivers. The…read moretacos are the most flavorful, well balanced, and always bring unique options that only add to the already great tacos. My last visit, I added the salsa matcha. It was absolutely incredible and only added another layer of flavor to his already amazing tacos. Don't overlook this truck if you are in the mood for great tacos. Highly recommended.

Jesús & Korie are putting out Gourmet Quality FANTASTIC Tacos!! They are based in Tampa yet they…read morecover Tampa Bay, mainly Hillsborough and Pinellas County. The ingredients are the Best you could use, no cutting corners. One and only goal is to put out the absolute Best Tasting Tacos and sides possible out of a Food Truck. The prices may seem high until you eat the food, AWESOME! Keep your eyes out for "Te Invito" and don't miss the chance to try some of the Absolute Best Tacos in Tampa Bay!

I absolutely LOVE getting my tacos and street corn from here. The food is always so yummy and…read morefresh, the service is always great and the vibes are on point. They are always busy in Tacos Las Californias which speaks for itself and they are very affordable. The only room for improvement would be to make the steak tacos less fatty and chewy, but other than that no complaints! 10/10 would recommend.

Omgsh! I love this little spot so much! What a hidden gem.. I go to school right across the street…read moreand come here on my lunch breaks and have YET to have something bad. The loaded fries are incredible! Service is always SUPER fast! 10/10:)

Mexico Hot is what you get when authentic Mexican street‑food meets a chill, no‑frills vibe -- and…read moreit totally works. The tacos hit hard: birria, lengua, al pastor, chicharrón... all packed with flavor and character. The place feels casual and unpretentious -- perfect for when you just want good food without fuss. Portions are generous, prices are friendly, and it has that street‑food feel you get from a food truck -- but indoors. Pro tip: go for the birria or chicharrón tacos if you want something that'll stick with you (in a good way). The flavors are bold and satisfying enough to make you remember this place. If you're ever in Tampa and craving real, flavorful Mexican street‑food -- Mexico Hot is absolutely worth a stop.

La atención al cliente fue muy incómoda y poco amable. Luego de q recibí mi orden, el agua de…read morehorchata era más hielo que horchata. Las porciones de la comida mal distribuidas, principalmente de las carnes. Si su deseo es comer buena comida mexicana y vivir la experiencia, ESTA no es ni siquiera una opción.

TL;DR: 5/5 A true hidden gem! Delicious Cali-style tacos, tortas, and nachos. THEY HAVE BIRRIA…read moreRAMEN!!! Oh man... I am going to have to let the secret out... This little taco truck on Waters Ave might be even better than the popular Tampa local taco spot. Green Chili Cocina was advertised on Instagram, and I saw numerous reviews elsewhere that raved about the restaurant. I found out that it only opened a few months ago, so if people are already talking, I had to see what the fuss was about. The menu is relatively small, with the meat options being some combination of chicken, steak, shrimp, and birria. With that, you find items like tacos, quesadillas, burritos, loaded fries, nachos, and tortas. They also have quesabirrias and birria ramen! I went with the Chicken Cali Torta, which omits the beans. It comes with seasoned chicken, grilled onions, avocado, garlic aioli, and cheese on a soft, slightly toasted bun. That bun was soft, but it held everything together. That garlic aioli... they need to bottle that because every bite that had that was magical! The whole sandwich was wonderful, but that sauce is special! I also tried the quesabirria. Most places here don't really do a good job with that, but Green Chili does quesabirria tacos right! The beef and consomme actually have flavor!!! No more watered down consomme! I tried some of my girlfriend's surf and turf nachos, and every component gets my seal of approval. The steak, grilled shrimp, homemade queso and guacamole, the tomatillo salsa... Stupendous! The next time you want tacos, skip the usual spot and give Green Chili Cocina a try. It's going to be my new go-to spot for tacos. This hidden gem won't be hidden for too long.

My family and I have been waiting on green chili to open! A week after being open we come by to try…read morethem out. There was a few people in front of us but we still had our order taken very time efficiently. We ordered 2 agua frescas.. one mango, one cucumber lime ( amazing) also ordered the fries loaded with shrimp, guacamole & more... a few tacos and birria. The service was amazing. The owners were so friendly and came and talked to us. Food came out real quick & everything was fresh and delicious. I seriously loved the cucumber lime agua Fresca. It was so refreshing and the taste was crisp and light. We loved all of our food and would recommend.

Still the best tacos in South Tampa. Service is quick and fast. Ambience is a convenience store so…read moreyou know the tacos and burritos are awesome.

Grabbed a quick lunch here today. Definitely hits the spot, small higher taco shop inside hill…read moremarket in Henderson. Def a great taco Tuesday deal if you eat chicken or pork just $2 each taco. They do have a scene veggie taco and veggie quesadilla option too. Service was fast and friendly, easy parking right out front. Seating inside and outside. Def recommend if you are looking for a quick fresh Bite.