I had six tacos. 3 chicken. 3 carne asada. And a large horchats. I have no regrets. Amazing food. Great service.

The Papa Loca is unique. It is like a baked potato with taco stuff on top. It is served in a tinfoil container, and is suited for a fork - not held like a taco. This is just an explaination - not a complaint. I did not understand what it was before I ordered one. It was pretty good, but the potato was WAY overcooked - it was basically mashed potato soup. The toppings were good, but a bit of gristle in my carne asada was disappointing. I guess I was expecting more due to the number of five star reviews here on Yelp. The food was ready quickly - faster than I expected. When they called my number, I picked up my order but there was no drink. When I asked the guy behind the counter, he gave me a look that said "DUH" and told me to pick up my drink at the other end of the counter. Not a big deal, but not obvious to me. The basic tacos (on other patrons' trays) looked big and meaty for the price. I will probably go back to try these sometime when I am in the area. read more

Good food and an enjoyable atmosphere. Not a large place so dinning at off-peak hours isn't a bad idea.

Even though I live right around the corner I had not eaten here yet, though I had wanted to try it for some time. So, I finally got the chance to. We got the mega family pack, carne asada,and I'm not lying when I say it was the best s*** I've had it in a long time. read more

We love their food! The location is small so it gets pretty crowded when it is busy, especially on Taco Tuesday. The staff is friendly and the food is ready in a timely manner. read more

Amazing food.. most authentic mexican food in northeast mesa.. I will definitely be returning..

This is by far one of the best tacos I've have since moving to AZ. I had the Asada tacos , will definitely be back to try the pastor ones.

This place is awesome! Food is incredible and it's awesome to see the meat cooking on coals right behind the counter. The chicken tacos were my favorite. Salsa here is also the real deal. Only downside is how busy the place is. Hard to get a table and move around inside. This is just a byproduct of great cheap food though. read more

The shredded beef taco and chicken taco are both really good. The salsa bar is great, the avacodo sauce is AMAZING. The limonada fresca was good. All around great food. read more

I passed by a few other taco shops on the way to this one. I was not disappointed. They were busy and the food was fresh and fast. I had a carne asada burrito and two carne asada tacos. Everything was quite good. The salsa bar had a good variety of sauces and toppings. I will be back. read more

Tacos were really good. They're kind of expensive though. I had to get 6 to just fill me up at $2.25. I'm interested to try their other options on the menu. (If I can come by at a time where the line isn't out the door.) Also not very many parking spots, or tables to eat. All and all they were good! read more

I go to this place with my nephews family and have not had a bad meal yet. The tacos and burritos here are the best. Love this place!

The food was pretty delicious, but pricey. When you buy little tiny tacos, you don't expect to spend so much.

We went for taco Tuesday and loved it! Super affordable and flavorful! The outdoor seating was perfect with the nice weather. We are excited to come back for more tacos and tostadas! read more

I love this place. The first location is the best. I am super impressed by the way the food is prepared and the explosion of flavors in every bite. I love spicy and my wife does not and there is something for both of us. Prices keep going up and I wish they still had the same great meals for a more reasonable price but the prices seem to reflect their growing popularity. read more

Backyard Taco is THE PLACE for delicious fire grilled meats in their delicious authentic tacos, burritos etc, and the salsas are perfecto! This is where all the locals go, so you know it is awesome! Try this place, it will be one of your favs, it's mine :) read more

I love this place!!! We go here so much and it always is amazing. Beware of the orange hot sauce, though, it's super spicy ;)

I absolutely adore this place. Consistency is something I greatly appreciate and Backyard Taco never fails me in that department. The restaurant is small, but clean and comfortable. Lord have mercy, the carne asada tacos with corn tortillas are to die for. Paired with the jalapeño sauce, yes please. The staff is very busy, which can be off putting, but the service is quick so I don't feel the need to complain. Love this place to death! read more

Delicious food at a great price, friendly service, & fun atmosphere! Fun place to go with family & friends!

Best Mexican food in the whole area. I love all their grilled meat, but keep going back for the carne asada. It's a casual place where they take your order at the counter and you wait to be called. The lines can be long, especially on Taco Tuesdays, but the delicious food is well worth the wait. And the wait really isn't that long; 10 minutes at most when they're busy. There are tables inside and out, but lots of people take the food to go. The salsa bar has a nice variety of salsas and my favorites are the pico and guacamole salsa. read more

I am from out of town so I always use yelp to help me decide what is good for dinner or a late evening snack. I would say this fits the bill if you are craving mexican tacos. All their meats are wood grilled fired BBQ. I had a carne asada vampiro and two pollo tacos. I will say they were both tasty and fit the bill nicely. The salsa bar has a wide selections for your taste buds. They also have free refills on your soft drinks. read more

Excellent and authentic food at reasonable prices! Love this place! I really enjoy the potato with meat and cheese I forgot what it called. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves Mexican food! read more

Delicious authentic Mexican food. The restaurant is clean and has great ambiance as well. My husband is from Mexico and is extremely picky about his food and he loved backyard! read more

As of a review on how awesome this place is lol just go here and eat it's kinda cheap but omega delicious

Great taco place wish they had a drive thru! Taco Tuesday is a nice idea but it's SO crowded and almost feel some of the quality is compromised (chewy pieces in the meat no good). Otherwise pleasantly surprised to find it close by and will return not on a Tuesday! read more

We love your food! Great meat and chicken love your tacos and burritos. agua fresca Horchata, and Jamaica. Mexican sodas that's all folks!

Yum.. small powerful taco that packs a punch. That charbroiled flavor is mouth watering off the chizZain!Mmmm, tacos Tuesdays should be a national holiday. read more

Best street tacos EVER! Loving the new location on Stapley/60, it also has a drive thru

Omg what a great find! I had the baked potato and it was amazing! Staff was very nice and knew their stuff!

This is such a great place for great food! I just wish the place was a little bigger!

The tacos are good, and they have nice patio. But how the heck am I supposed to enjoy tacos on a patio after work without beer. Dumb.

I've eaten here few times. Its good, but not great. It is definitely over priced for what you get. I do not go out of my way to eat there. I am glad there are doing well enough to expand to other locations though. read more

This is by far the best place for tacos on the East Side. Taco Tuesdays can not be beat. Staff is fast and efficient, even when there's a line out the door. read more

Hip place. Very nice inside with interesting colors and very clean. Terrific bathrooms. The tacos and chicken quesadilla were good; different than your local 'burto's taco shop in a good way. I'd say your paying a little bit for the "experience" but overall is worth it. Definitely will return. Just don't expect the dilapidated taco shanty prices read more

Backyard Taco was serving at the Johnson Elementary Carnival. The food was fantastic and grilled right before us. Really enjoyed the carne asada and pollo street tacos. Everyone was raving about their food. One parent was raving about her papa loca. NICE! read more

Love this place! My new favorite taco place and the food is so good. I love their carne asada tacos. I eat here about three times a week. They make their tacos just like my mother's. The food is authentic and fresh. The place is always clean and the owners are there firing up the grill. It really has a family appeal. read more

I can't believe I haven't taken the time to rave about this place. Fabulous grilled meats. Love the crazy potatoes with toppings. Tuesday Tacos night $1.25. The salsas are great. And if you like flan, order it as soon as you get there. It is homemade and they run out fast. Sometimes, I stop just for the flan. It is family owned. The prices are great and they give you a punch card which they trade for $5.00 off after 10 punches. The only drawback here is it is always crowded. read more

This place has THE BEST tacos. I have been to other taco bars in the area and this by far takes the cake. Their tacos are delicious, I usually get the carne asada. Some salsa with a squeeze of lime, they're perfect. I wish it was closer to my house but I don't mind the drive for these babies. Give this place a try! =) read more

Yum! Quick stop for lunch. Tacos so good I went back for more. Very fresh and very good.

The tacos are delicious!! So tasty but we tried the gordita, the burrito, quesadilla, and chips and salsa and were not impressed. The salsas are just okay as well. I will be returning but ONLY for the tacos! read more