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    Ben Paca Mexican Grill

    4.3 (187 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    BEN PACA MEXICAN GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Carne asada tacos

    Never ever disappoints! This place is criminally underrated. The meat is so juicy and delicious and the service is great. Plenty of seating in this cozy spot. Not my first time here and definitely not my last.

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    Dathan P.

    Conveniently located next to a gas station. Food is fresh and portions are excellent. Restaurant is small, but clean. Quick service and lots of menu options. There are daily specials. Food is excellent tasting and the workers are very friendly. My second time visiting but I had ate my food before taking a pic. Loved the carne asada nachos.

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    Keia C.

    I met up with some family here at Ben Paca, a place I had never even heard of, but most times those are some of the BEST hidden gems! First impression: Hmm, it's clean. Other than that it's a pretty basic restaurant. I like the name and found it funny. There were 2 people in line and they were speaking Spanish to the 2 guys behind the counter. I was nervous trying to pick my brain to remember the 3 years of elective Spanish I "learned" in high school so that I could order food. My mother in law was in front of me in line and she was the only one in our party that had been here before. She, in English (thank God cause I was sweating) ordered a burrito bowl with pollo (chicken) and asada. The setup is similar to Chipotle or Subway, you point at what fixings you'd like as you go down the line. I decided to stick with what she said was good and chose the same 2 meats. I also added pot beans, rice, onions, cilantro, guac, jalapeños, tomatoes, cheese, roasted corn, fajita style onions, and a mild salsa and a large horchata. I have to mention I wasn't that hungry when we got there so once I started eating I found myself picking at the bowl. It was good, but I felt like it was missing something. When I brought home the leftovers, I warmed it up and threw it inside a tortilla and added some sour cream. That's what it needed! I will definitely give this place another try, as it deserves my usual appetite.

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    Stacy M.

    Nice little hidden gem on the east side of town. Hadn't been in a while so my husband and I popped in for a quick taco fix. I prefer the chili verde tacos. Two large tacos were plenty of food for each of us. Service was quick and very friendly. Definitely recommend them if you're in the area.

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    The food is delicious. Nice hidden spot that has authentic taste. Everything I've ordered has not disappointed.

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    My new favorite go to spot for tacos!!! I tried it on a fluke and can't stop going now! I'm hooked !!

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    Hidden next to a gas station same building Great tacos and Burritos many choices add-on and the Tripas Tacos are amazing

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    Grabbed lunch here with a buddy. The service was quick and easy. Food was really good. Perfect spot to stop for lunch if you are in a hurry.

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    Wow! Really good food and customer service was outstanding! I will come back for sure!

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    It's really good, good bang for the bucks. The food is fresher when you go during busy hours. Service is always good to.

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    Stop looking for quick, fresh Mexican food. This is the.place. you'll be glad you did.

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    Good tortas, & horchata, large portions‼ Staff is welcoming. Tables and areas were clean. Prices are not bad.

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