Blanca&#x27;s bakery &amp; el papi

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This was a cute mom and pop shop. I got 2 tamales, an horchata and we also ordered 3 different tacos. The tacos were good. The tamale de pollo was a bit dry and the tamale de puerco was spicy but good. The horchata was really good and they gave me a huge one. The 3 leches was a bit dry, it tasted like cake with milk dumped into it. The people were super sweet you can tell it's a family owned restaurant. I will return to try the tacos and get some chips. read more

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Nicole D.

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I'm from California so I've had a lot of tacos. But I can say without a doubt - these are the best tacos I've ever had. Great service, staff is friendly and service was fast. I ordered 3 steak tacos and they were amazing. read more

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Amazing authentic Mexican restaurant! The veggie tacos are top tier delicious, and I can't wait to return for more! read more

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Danny N.

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Great food very tasty, I had carne asada and chicken tacos. I liked the carne asada was a lot better. Prices are ok they have a taco Tuesday that I would like to go and check it out. The service was ok I wish they had complimentary chips and water. But the twcis were great and the guacamole was really good. The service was ok I wish they had given me utensils but didn't. It's a cozy spot a whole in the wall. I would definitely check it out for taco Tuesday. read more

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Nicole C.

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This place is a hidden gem. It's a small restaurant but it feels so homey. They had plenty of snacks and Mexican ice cream. We ordered to go because we had our dog with us. I ordered 3 tacos de asada and my partner ordered 1 taco de chorizo, 1 de asada and 1 chicken. The tacos are soooooooooo good, the tortilla is crunchy but soft at the same time. It's very authentic and one of the best tacos I've tried. I wish I had ordered more to go. Best tacos every. Friendly staff. read more

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Mike F.

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Good place. Would recommend. Great tacos and bakery. Service was good. Nicely decorated.

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Frank B.

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7 months ago

Excellent tacos. Must have the steak tacos This is a hole in the wall that serves tacos by the taco. Each taco is about $3-4/tacos. The Tacos I had were the Chorizo, Asada, Birria, Al Pastor, and Steak Tacos. They were all delicious and the steak was so savory. This restaurant is also a bakery with a big selection of desserts and Mexican candy. The rice pudding is delicious. This is a sit down restaurant and can also place orders. The service is friendly read more

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My new favorite taco joint... tacos, tortas, and tamales are banging. Chicago Mexican transplant so happy that more and more taco joints are popping up n SoFlo! read more

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Taste & look so good didn't take a photo before & nice customer service , felt a relaxing energy read more

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Authentic Mexican tacos - the place was so busy even at 930pm! We got 2 birria, 2 Al pastor, 2 suadero tacos. Wish the Al pastor had pineapple but everything was so delicious. Just took a while to come out but that means it was fresh! 6 tacos for $24 + tip. read more

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Great hole in the wall app for great tacos and pastries. It's a no frills spot but the food doesn't disappoint. Service was fine, just one person working but had no issue with waiting a bit. Tacos were amazing and the guacamole was super fresh. Would visit again read more

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I enjoyed the tacos at El Papi. I ordered 2 carne asada tacos and 1 taco de lengua. I asked for my tacos with no onion and they were happy to accommodate my request. Tacos come with 2 lightly toasted corn tortillas and each table has a green and red salsa to add some heat. Both salsas were delicious! Staff were friendly and service is fast. read more

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Vicente L.

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I've been trying all the local spots in the area. This place came in second place but I believe the food is not authentic. It's maybe 80% and slightly over price. Look across the street so las Chonita. Their food are gonna be better and less pricing. Just an opinion. read more

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Charllie D.

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We've been here 3x this month! That's how delicious and authentic the food is. Plus the servers and kitchen staff are incredibly kind. It's like being at someone's home in Mexico. That's the kind of quality, decor and authenticity that this place can honestly boast. So far everything we've ordered has been a hit. Not a single complaint. read more

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Manuel T.

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Super autentico, el servicio fue genial! Los tacos delicioso, toda la comida fue fabulosa. La verdad super recomendado!!! read more

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Pedro P.

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Very clean restaurant, great service, and very fairly priced. Great option for take out or dining in. This is a hidden gem. The chorizo tacos were great. I'll be back for a torta soon. read more

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Rose A.

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Didn't get a chance to take any photos, but I had four chorizo tacos and one chicken taco. The tacos here are super authentic to the tacos that I had growing up around other Mexican kids and having dinners at their homes. Tacos, corn shell tacos they ask if you want onions and cilantro always get the onions and cilantro. You're not getting no gringo tacos here there's no flour tortilla. There's no sour cream. There's no Mexican shredded cheese and that's the way we like it. They do have some indoor seating and sometimes there is a wait but it's worth it. You can also order their house made juices or you can get a Jarritos read more

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Stephanie P.

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If you want authentic Mexican tacos...this is your place. It brought me back to my travels through Central America. Tacos are out of control good! You are not coming here for the ambiance and this is a great place to practice your Spanish. For what it is...5 star in my book! read more

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Leo II ..

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So this place was cool. The service was good, even though there was somewhat of a language barrier, but we knew what we were getting into anyway. Our Spanish is not so good but we made it through. The food was good maybe the meat could've used a little bit more seasoning, but it was authentic and it did the job read more

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Hudson H.

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absolutely amazing tacos. I had the carne asada and pastor. the meat is very flavorful and the tacos come with cucumbers, roasted onions, radishes and salsa. the guac is phenomenal as well will definitely be making this a go to read more

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Mark L.

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O M G........ this place is the spot!! A legit authentic taco spot. They also have a large selection of pastries and desserts that are just delicious the service has always been great. They will just take one large order then you split what you had when you go to pay at the register. It's nothing nice but it has that authentic/dive feel where you would expect food this good. read more

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Elliot S.

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Authentic and absolutely delicious. I've passed by this place for years and finally decided to stop in. Easily some of the best tacos I've ever had. The Birria tacos are a must try! Service was friendly and welcoming. Food was made fresh to order and came out quickly! They have a pastry case with daily fresh baked goods, and two cold cases with other tasty desserts. We grabbed a pastry and tres leches on the way out. Local, family owned business that deserves some recognition! read more

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Kevin L.

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Wow. Both me and my wife were surprised how good the tacos were here. The meat was perfectly cooked....not dry. But I think the key was how they toasted the tortillas slightly. Normally taco places don't do that and the tortilla falls apart. The chips and salsa weren't the best but they tacos made up for it. I got the al pastor, lengua, tripe and carne asada...all were so good. I will make sure I stop by next time I am in Fort Lauderdale. read more

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Hammet M.

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We always try to support small local businesses and try all the Latin food places (El Guanaco and El Balcon are still our favorites) but apparently if you don't speak Spanish you're not welcomed. The waitress gave us a dirty look when we responded in English and then never came back to our table to take our order. read more

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Samuel S.

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2 years ago

Ooooof! Super good tacos. You know its the real Sh!t when they do double tortillas. I came on a friday afternoon and i kid you not they came out in 2 minutes. I ordered, paid, sat down then BOOM she brought em out. "Fast food" got nothing on Blanca! Usually i take advantage of this taco spot in miami while im there seeing the in-laws but no need for that anymore....now blanca's & el papi are my go to taco's. read more

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A.H L.

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I can't support Tacos El Papi after learning how they treat their employees. Management takes tips that should go to the hardworking staff, and when employees ask about it, they get fired. It's disappointing to see a business operate this way, especially when the owner claims to be Christian but doesn't practice fairness or honesty. Good businesses respect their workers, and customers deserve to know where their money is going. Until they change their practices, I won't be back. read more

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Rachel K.

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Delicious. Probably the most authentic Mexican restaurant in Florida I've been to. Everything was great & the inside was cute and inviting, little mom & pop shop read more

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Brandon T.

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One of the best hidden gems in South Florida for authentic Mexican Tacos. A great find with a kitchen in the back of a bakery - with tables for dine-in. A great selection of authentic meats - ranging from: asada, longanisa, tripa, suadero, pastor, and many more. An order of tacos come with a roasted scallion and pickled jalapeño. A local mom and pop with kids coming home from school and stopping by for a snack to fill the ambience with Telemundo in the background. read more

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Shanique R.

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Came to Blanca's late on a Saturday night because we wanted authentic tacos. Upon walking in I could tell immediately that the food would be fresh. The restaurant was very colorful and they plenty of seating in the front of the restaurant. The tacos were made right on the grill outside the restaurant. The reason I am giving this place 4 stars is because the wait was insane! My advice would be to not go here on a weekend night especially if you are looking to be served quickly. We ordered the vegetarian tacos and the al pastor tacos. Both were spectacular! The flavors were great and honestly, these were some of the most authentic tacos I've had in a while. I also had the pineapple juice which was freshly squeezed. This place is a great hidden gem! read more

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Sean D.

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Absolutely incredible authentic tacos. Everything is very fresh, flavorful, reasonably priced. The pastries and baked goods are also authentic and delicious. The complementary hot sauces are tasty and fresh. An absolute gem. read more

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Hiram G.

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Blanca's Bakery and el Papi tacos are the perfect mix. I have to admit we only gave this place a try because we thought the name was catchy and funny, but let me tell you something, these guys pack a lot more than a funny name. Their chillaquiles with pollo are delicious, but to me, their tacos are to die for. The service was amazing and el Papi was super fast to take our order and deliver it. We took some sweets home for dessert since we were already full, and it was well worth it. Chok definitely approves this place, but also I can say they have some of the best tacos around the area. See you guys soon! read more

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Riko A.

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Amazing authentic taco shop. Real Mexican, delicious flavor, like home cooked. I had to get another vegetarian taco, and I'm going to come back for more. Chicken tamale was fire. read more

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I ate everything , I was very surprised how good the tacos taste, I will be coming back for sure thank you.

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Kai C.

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There are several options on the main drag. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE! This place is as legit as it gets. You can smell and taste the difference. The staff is incredible and extremely accommodating. Most restaurants will only speak English to you even though you can speak fluent Spanish. The food, the experience, the vibe. Just look at the size of that burrito. Brb, food coma. read more

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Marqus R.

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Blanca's Bakery is a Mexican bakery and if you go here unable to speak Spanish, you may find yourself having problems communicating. But besides being a bakery it's also a restaurant with a good selection of tacos and tortas. I went for a taco campechano, a type of taco comprised of varying meats. In my case I think it was beef and pork (as chicharrón, longaniza) which is a combination well known to be mutually enhancing with more desirable flavors. Overall it was tasty, not bad, but not exceptional. I was happy to see their selection of tortas, as I never see much emphasis on them in other Mexican restaurants. It's long been said that the taco and the torta comprise the two main pillars of Mexican street food, and though the taco has long found its way into the heart of American foods, the torta is only beginning to immerge. Blanca's is a small place, sort of a hole in the wall type of operation. However, for such an operation, exceptionally clean and orderly. read more

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Criss S.

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If you haven't had a torta from El Papi, you need to have one NOW. My favorite is the torta Michoacan. Of course, their tacos and other foods are good. However, their torta is my favorite with their homemade red sauce. The red sauce is smoky and spicy. Their "agua frescas" are delicious, too; my favorites are tamarindo y Jamaica. Then, you must have a tres leches cake (very sweet and moist). They have the best tres leches I have had in south Florida. The service is friendly. read more

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Sherry W.

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This place is authentic and very affordable. I had two tacos, chips and salsa, bottled water, and a side of beans for $6. There are four large tables to sit at. There is a salsa bar. The taco meat was well flavored. The chips are thick fried corn tortillas. The red salsa had a kick to it. The staff is friendly and service was fast. There is parking right out front. They have a large variety of baked goods that are made in house. They also have cakes. read more

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Robert L.

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What a great find while driving. They had blasting mexican music and out door cooking and seating that caught our eye. Their cuban sandwich was from another planet to feed a family of 20. Wow what a beast. So were the tacos. Just awesome and at the end for everything we got it cost 26 bucks. Worth evwey single penny qne we had food for 3 days. read more

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Brittany P.

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The best most authentic tacos that I've had! The pork tacos are so amazing, chicken and steak are a close second. Everyone there is so friendly and welcoming. Check this place out for delicious food and fast friendly service. read more

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Vernon W.

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Rude service. Very loud hard to hear the server. When asked to repeat. She was very rude. Couldn't careless about customer service. There's another Mexican restaurant two blocks down that I have patroned. Good food better customer service. read more

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3591 N Andrews
Oakland Park, FL 33309
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(954) 440-0258
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What time does Blanca's bakery & el papi open?

Blanca's bakery & el papi opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Blanca's bakery & el papi close?

Blanca's bakery & el papi closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Blanca's bakery & el papi closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Does Blanca's bakery & el papi take credit cards?

Yes, Blanca's bakery & el papi takes credit cards.

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Does Blanca's bakery & el papi serve alcohol?

Yes, Blanca's bakery & el papi serves alcohol.

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Does Blanca's bakery & el papi allow dogs?

Yes, Blanca's bakery & el papi allows dogs.

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Does Blanca's bakery & el papi have parking?

Yes, Blanca's bakery & el papi has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Zona Fresca

My lazy to go to lunch pick-up order…read more Can't beat $9.50 Taco combo with chips. Salsa bar has variety of options to choose from. Parking tight, but turnover is fast.

Coming from San Diego I didn't expect much but this place really surprised me in the very best way!…read more The servers were friendly and the prices are downright cheap. I wasn't that hungry so i ordered one pork taco. There's an excellent salsa bar with yummy pico and fresh salsas. The pork was juicy and flavorful. I loaded it with onions, pico and salsa and it was delicious!!!! I would definitely go back if I lived here.

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Tulios Tacos & Tequila Bar

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

We went for an early dinner which coincided with their happy hour. The drinks and food were…read moredelicious and plentiful. The nacho platter is a must have! Service was excellent. Even though it was happy hour, our server was very attentive and didn't disappear when it came to refills like at other restaurants. We opted to sit outside this time and it was the perfect choice - the people watching and weather were ideal! We've sat inside previously when the weather wasn't so great outside and the ambiance is just was pleasing. This is a must visit for lunch or dinner, rain or shine when in the Ft Lauderdale area.

This nice little taco spot is on Wilton drive. My partner and I were in town for a few weeks and…read moreshe absolutely loves Mexican food. So the first stop on our restaurant tour was for tacos. We found this restaurant on Yelp. Of course we both got tacos! I got the short rib birria tacos that also came with a little bowl of beans and rice. My partner also got tacos (pork and beef), which came with a large bowl of beans and rice. My short rib birria tacos were so filling. I could only eat two of the three and had to bring the third one home along with her bowl of beans and rice. It was a lot of food. They were also very cheesy! The dipping sauce was good but it was different than I was used to. For drinks, I just ordered a beer and she ordered a crab cocktail. We didn't stay that long because we were both tired that day. For some reason. There is parking right out front. Of course you have to pay to park. It's a very intimate spot on. The staff is very friendly. He might be back before we leave.

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Tortilleria Mexicana

Incredible tacos and sopes. Loved the flavors and truly was an authentic mexican experience. Tucked…read moreaway in a random strip mall, the inside is exactly what you would expect. A taqueria in a little bodega with a lot of seating and other locals. Service was fast and everyone was friendly.

Overall this is place was very good. It's a touch sketchy, the parking lot had what looked like a…read morehomeless person looming around and it looks a touch rundown, but don't let that stop you because inside you will the real deal. This is real Mexican food, not that tex-mex want to be in other places. Prices are very, very reasonable for what you are getting and they can accommodate vegetarian options. The agua de Jamaica was top notch even though it's sugared, would have liked it without. The service was above average and they have a Mexican super market attached so if you want to order items you can. Plenty of seating inside. I enjoyed it from start to finish. Meat selections range from the usual to the exotic.

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one of my favorite spots great food, drinks and a friendly…read morestaff great happy hour the coconut marg is the best !!

1 star because they opened again. I had hoped a decent restaurant would take the space. 2 stars for…read morethe food. 3 stars for the drinks. 5 stars for the fact you never need reservations as there's always plenty of empty tables. Even the tourists know better.

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Casa Monarca Mexican Restaurant

Food is excellent and fresh Service is super slow…read more Definitely would return but make sure you have time to wait especially if it's busy

I love the aesthetic of this restaurant. It is beautiful. I…read morecame for happy hour. I had the lavender margarita and the kiss my coco. Bout drinks were fire . They both were $8. I had nachos with ground beef which normally is $9, but I had them "loaded" for an extra $3. They song happy birthday to patrons in English & Spanish. It is really quite the show! Felipe was amazing. Me & my crew will be back

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Pollo Monarca

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My family and I came here for dinner on a Friday night. The place was almost empty the whole time…read more They were doing renovations on the women's restroom, so women had to use the men's room. The food was fine. My daughter got the kids chicken tenders, and my son got the kids chicken quesadilla. The kids meals were cheap but pretty small portions. My husband got the fish taco and the cheeseburger taco; he enjoyed the cheeseburger taco but the fish taco was mediocre. I got the buffalo chicken taco and the chimichurri steak taco; I enjoyed the buffalo chicken taco a lot, but the steak taco was just okay. The chips were good, but I didn't like the spicy sauce on the queso. Overall, it wasn't wonderful; it wasn't terrible, but it's also not a taco place I'm desperate to go back to.

We went on a Friday night for dinner. We did the $25 special that includes 4 tacos, 2 sides and 2…read moresodas. The chicken ticki has a spice to it and is delicious. The salmon was also amazing. The Churrasco steak and fish and chips were also good. We were confused on why it's called fish and chips since it didn't come with fries. It was just fried fish. Service was slow tonight. They have a self serve drink station.

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(276 reviews)

3.3 mi

5 Stars If you're…read morelooking for a new Taco Tuesday spot, do yourself a favor and check out Epazote Mexican Restaurant. It's so good I've already gone two weeks in a row and I'm pretty sure it's about to become a regular thing for me. One of my favorite parts about this place is that the owners are actually the chefs in the kitchen, preparing all of the dishes themselves. They're incredibly friendly and even come out to chat with guests, which makes the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. The barbacoa tacos are hands down my favorite. The meat is unbelievably tender literally falling apart and so juicy and flavorful. I also tried the campechano tacos (a mix of chorizo and steak) and they were sooo good. Perfectly seasoned and packed with flavor. And let's talk about their chipotle salsa... I'm obsessed. I was putting it on everything on the table. It has the perfect smoky kick and just elevates every bite. The guac and chips were good, though they didn't quite stand out compared to how incredible the tacos were. But honestly, those tacos alone are reason enough to keep coming back. Safe to say I've found my new Taco Tuesday spot . Can't wait for my next visit!

This was my first Mexican restaurant I tried in Ft. Lauderdale. I came in on a Monday afternoon and…read moreI was one of their only customers at that time so it was quiet. They had a $6 margarita all day special. I ordered the tamarind margarita with a tajin rim and it was refreshing. I also ordered chips and salsa and a steak taco and a pastor taco. The waiter gave me another type of salsa that was more spicier and it had a nice kick to it. Everything was delicious.

Huarache con carne asada

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Quesabirrias

La Mexicana Taco Bar

What a cute hidden gem! El pastors tacos are bomb!…read more Just come see. I have to write more so I'll tell you they have cool deals on Tuesday's.

Came here asked the hostess if they have lemonade because we saw some people with some. She said…read moreyes go to bar to order. I proceed to bar just to be ignored by two bar tenders. A lady at bar said to me. "Be prepared to wait a long time" I ask a server if I can order from him and he says he's not allowed to do to go orders. He then went over to another server that took my order finally. Then she said she will have to wait at the servers section for it. She went there and the rude lady bar tender ignored her also. Made drinks then asked what she's waiting on. Proceeded to make other drinks and then poured a lot of tap water and a lil lemon concentrate into a glass with a sugar mix. $9.56 later I got my horrible 12 oz drink after waiting so long and watching the rude bar tender not give two hoots about her clientele. Looks like this place needs an over haul and they won't get that with terrible Personel running stations. The waitress that took my drink order and the guy that got her were nice. Not impressed

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El Guanaco

What a cute hidden gem ! I have passed by this restaurant countless times & always wondered about…read moreit. It's 5 mins from my home. Took over 10 years but better late then never! Finally went today!! What have I been missing all these years. Taco Tuesday $3 tacos if you want shrimp or fish $4. Margaritas - looked like a fish bowl $5 ! Delicious !!! Brissa our waitress was wonderful very attentive, friendly & welcoming. There was an older gentlemen - I didn't get his name. He was extremely nice, kept coming by to see if all was okay & collected our empty margarita glasses. We ordered the carnitas, chorizo & steak tacos. 6 in total & filling. All delicious especially that they make their own tortillas! Now let's discuss the salsa. Can you make the salsa bowls slightly bigger. Or less chips because the salsa finishes & you have plenty of chips leftover. I didn't want to keep paying for salsa just to finish the chips. I will definitely be visiting again and bringing some friends!

My friend invited me to lunch at El G. I'd never been. What a treat!…read moreA blink and you'll miss it cozy little restaurant, I was smittened by its charm. We chose a two top on the lovely patio. After ordering sweet tea, we were brought a basket of tortilla chips and some spicy salsa. We ordered guacamole and it was perfect. Onto the main courses: She had the taco trio with black beans/rice and I chose a chile relleno with refried beans/rice. Instead of the usual cheese stuffed poblano pepper I opted for steak + cheese, which also had some veggies in it. Very tasty. El G is a charming place and the servers are nice and efficient. We arrived at 1 pm which we found out was the perfect time. It got very busy later. Can't wait to go back with others.

Coca Cola made in Mexico. Real sugar.

Dining area inside

Chipotle chicken burrito

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Bandoleros - Fort Lauderdale

I came here with some of my Beast Games contestants. They hosted a watch party for us and also gave…read moreus a food and drinks credit, which I thought was above and beyond. They had us set up outside and the setting was so cute and well put together. The TV was also outside and we got to watch episode 5 and enjoy ourselves. The food was absolutely amazing and flavorful. The nachos is why I'd come back. Just too good.

I was thinking 3.5 stars, but I would rather round up than down. This place is kind of small, a…read morelittle divey; but it's very cute and colorful with inside and outside dining and a full bar. (With lots of tequilas, beers, and craft cocktails) We had a group of 7 on a Saturday night. We tried to get a reservation but after many calls; no one ever answered the phone. We decided to risk it because we were going pretty early, 6:00. We did have to attend an 8;00 show at the Broward Center which is just 1/2 a mile away. The place was pretty empty and we had no problem getting a few tables put together. There is a very extensive menu with lots of apps, a few salads, enchiladas, fajitas, and at least 15 taco varieties. I ordered a reposado margarita, which was fabulous, for $15. For food I went with the Trio of Tacos for $18. There was one chicken taco, one carnitas taco, and one gringo beef taco. The tortillas were small; but they were piled high! They were also tasty. One friend had the Citrus Mango Shrimp Tacos, $19. She said they were very good. Two friends had the Baja Fish Tacos on our servers recommendation, $19. One friend said they were just ok because they weren't crunchy at all and she didn't care for the cilantro slaw filling, the other friend thought they were delicious and savory! Yet another friend had the chicken nachos. She didn't care for them at all because they had a cheese sauce as opposed to authentic shredded cheese. Our waiters were attentive; but we did have a little delay with one of the fish taco orders. Everyone had food except for one diner and we had to flag down a server and wait quite a while for her to finally get her meal. Everyone on the staff was friendly though, and they didn't mind giving us separate checks. If you are looking for casual Mexican dining, or just want to have a few appetizers and drinks; Bandoleros is a good option that won't break the bank!

Dulce Sueño cocktail made with cognac

Guacamole -- IG: @themiamifoodedit

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Shrimp tacos

Lucky Food Farmer's Market

This hidden gem has an amazing selection of produce including some true Latin, hard to find…read morefavorites. The store is super small and compact but you can find everything that you need. It's a local favorite with tons of repeat clients. Everyone is super helpful and ready to answer questions. We grabbed papaya, guanavana (sour sop), burro bananas and even some cachapas and Honduran cheese. When you get to the register, get some empanadas, chicharrones and get some home made tortillas (you have to ask for those-secret compartment behind the register). The prices and selection are great and we will continue going back for more. Love it!

just a true hidden gem. I only went in on a reference of a friend. So glad i did. The meats are…read moreamazing and the produce is so much better than anything i have seen in the box stores period. Everyone there was very polite and eager to help you. The Spanish music just adds to the experience. will not be shopping here at least once a week as it is just a few blocks from home.

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American Coffee Shop

Fantastic 1950s diner with great prices and friendly service…read more 5 star food: my turkey and spinach egg white omelette was very very good with some sort of secret spice. Everything on the menu seems very reasonably priced 5 star service: our server was very friendly and funny too...when I put in the egg white omelette order she said: from the tank top and that omelette you 2 just came from the gym? lol why yes we did 4 star ambience: it's a cool 1950s diner that really feels like it dates from that era, as does the strip mall location. Both are clean, updated and neatly kept ...there's even an electric car charging station in the parking lot

Great service!! As far as the food, never had a bad meal, thus place is always on the list…read more Highly recommend

Eggs Benedict w/ Grits

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Maggie's Favorite

I really enjoy this little coffee and bake shop. The ambience is chill, the prices are decent, the…read morepeople working there are really pleasant, and the food is tasty. I highly recommend the lavender latte (just don't chew on the lavender, it can be bitter), the empanadas and the sweet cheese pastry. I ordered the croissant breakfast sandwich as well, and the croissant was amazing. Just know that the turkey or ham option is deli meat, and it didn't seem to have too much egg on it, but it did have lots of cheese. :) I would love to try the avocado toast and more of their baked items soon!

All I have to say is... what a gem. From the moment we walked in, the place had such a cozy,…read morecharming vibe. I really loved how affordable everything was, which is rare these days. My latte was delicious and came out perfectly hot, not lukewarm like you get at some cafés. I may have also had one of the best bacon, egg, and cheese croissants here. It was fresh, warm, buttery, and the cheese was melting perfectly. And whatever you do, do not sleep on the cinnamon roll, it's a must. For two breakfast sandwiches, a latte, and a cinnamon roll, our total was around $30, which felt like a great value. Such a cute ambiance too and the service was wonderful! My family and I can't wait to go back.

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Pop's Food Bus

4.3

(6 reviews)

2.8 mi

whoever wrote a 1 star review on this business is a fucking jerk. This guys are dedicated to what…read morethey do. Have something bad to say? say it to their face not fucking bash a humble business. People drive from FAR to get to this guy... .food is fantastic, good environment and plenty of space to park.

I stopped by a few weeks ago. Looked it over and decided to try some of their offerings. First…read morethe food. The ribs were absolutely delicious. Moist, smoked, and flavorful. I want smoked taste; that is the essence of BBQ. The chicken was also delicious. This is real BBQ. Who am I to declare? Born is San Antonio,Texas. Have eaten Texas BBQ all my life all over the Lone Star State. This, and Carolinas, are the epicenters of BBQ. This place combines both styles. Their BBQ is not hurried or commercialized. You find this style of BBQ a lot on the West Coast of Florida, where small places produce excellent CLASSIC BBQ. The sides were very good. The people are very friendly and competent. This is not a fancy place but just real, honest BBQ that is done well and with love. Now, there is another review on here that is very negative. His rambling, incoherent, urban-effete style carpings do nothing to add to the focus on the food. The smokey flavor on the ribs is just the opposite of what he describes. Regarding Jenkins, I gave it up long ago. There is no love for what they do. I was given BBQ that was refrigerated in aluminum foil-made earlier. The ribs were dry and too lightly smoked. And the surly service, I note the finely tuned masochism urbane sophisticate appreciation or the verbose reviewer's fine appreciation for absorbing insults and animus from a service that he pays for. "It's sort of understood that the workers at a genuine BBQ place will be surly and grouchy (you know the ribs have got to be good if the employees are unpleasant, right? I mean, go check out Tom Jenkins and you'll know what I mean..)" The style of writing comes from an urban sequestered mentality of brouhaha and BS. Give me the smoke, not the dope.