I am baffled by the other reviews: I just don't see any reason for any rating other than mediocre. We had steak, shrimp, birria and pastor tacos. Of the four, the shrimp were okay. The pastor would have been next, except the meat was so fatty. The birria was tough; we had to leave it. The steak had no flavor...obviously just heated on the griddle with no seasoning. With drinks, the bill was 25 bucks. Another try? I don't think so. read more

I'm done with this place. I ordered the street tacos and they were dry and overcooked. They gave me lemons vs limes. Will not be ordering again. read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Street tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

What a great find!! This place is a little hidden but worth the search. Fresh food, friendly staff, and cleanliness all present here. I got the Chicken Torta. Delicious and the toasted bun was perfect. Great flavors!! The French fries were hot and crispy. Check this place out. You won't be disappointed. read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Chicken Torta - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

After rave reviews I was surprised it was only above average. Plus is the Ceylon Tea Coconut or blueberry-pomegranate but they only have the pink sweetener. No coffee, they recommended getting it at the attached service station. House made green chorizo breakfast burrito. Interesting flavor but will probably not reorder. Over-stuffed and falling apart, two red salsas and one green on the side. Served in a little metal tray with raised sides. Plasticware with a napkin and a salt-pepper packet. I need to try their tacos and other dishes to see what the raves are about. read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Serving tray plasticware and drink container. - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

I have to say that this was far beyond expectations! Kudos for such good food. I saw the reviews and that's why I went. Tho arriving, I was a bit at odds, as it's a restaurant attached to a gas station. Gas station food isn't always the best, tho, again, this is attached, and not actually in the gas station itself. Street tacos of various flavors. I at them too fast to take picture, tho let me assure you that the portions were large for even these small soft tortillas that it sat in. The chicken was great, the el pastor was the best! Also had a beef and potato taco. It was good, the potatoes could afford to be smaller in my opinion, overpowers the taste of the entree. Really great place. It's a bit small if you plant to sit and dine. Family quiet. The staff was great, so helpful for this first timer. So glad I stopped in to try this establishments food. read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

While I was waiting for my to-go order a customer accidentally knocked over 6 or 8 plastic cups and an employee of the restaurant picked them up and stacked them up right on top of clean cups next to the drink machine. I stood up and told her she could not do that since the cups had hit the floor. I guess I startled her and she handed me about a dozen cups from the stack and I threw them away. I hate to post this review because I know the owners, but they have moved away and can't see what is going on with their employees. If they will pick up dirty cups off the floor for customers to use what other bad habits do they have that could potentially harm their customers. I will be contacting the smith county health department and ask them to inspect this restaurant ! read more

Best trompo around hands down chef rojo takes lots of pride The pineapple salsa is awesome read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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I judge a 'Mexican' restaurant by the chips & salsa. Both are excellent here! Fresh & delicious. I was hoping for the Korean tacos, but they were out. They suggested the beef birria tacos. I ordered the plate of 3. Oh my....should have stuck with 1. Delicious and filling! read more

Man Hidden gem by Tyler state park Great tortillas Nice servers Loads of options Fresh ingredients Decorated and lots of places to sit!! You need to come by and get some !! read more

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My son ate the chicken and pork tacos and he said it was the best tacos he ate. The lady at the register was pretty amazing and the place was clean. Excellent customer service. Music would add vibe to the food. read more

I ordered steak tacos. I paid for steak tacos. I received chicken tacos. Smh Chicken tacos were good though. read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - I ordered steak tacos. I paid for steak tacos. I received chicken tacos. Smh - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

Wow. I had some hesitation for this place because it is attached to a gas station. People always say that if your taco place does not look sketchy then you aren't doing it right. This place is awesome! To be honest the atmosphere is not bad at all. Both seating was comfortable. The Al pastor tacos were great! Order a plate of 4 tacos and their churros to serve as a in between meal because the wife and I knew we had a large dinner coming. We left stuffed with this order though. The Al pastor tacos were phenomenal. The pineapple and salsa was very complementary to the meat. The churros were warm and fresh. The cajeta and chocolate drizzle were nice. I am definitely going to come back to this place and try out the kimchi fries and also the truffle fries. read more

Amazing service! Always smiling, and bringing joy to others. The tacos were phenomenal probably the best in Tyler! read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Shrimp, steak, and Al pastor tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

This place is always fresh and offering the best tacos for the price without the long wait, or unfriendliness to gringos, or long lines for a food truck. This combination of speed, quality makes them the most solid place in the area if you're on the go. read more

The first time I had bulgogi tacos here I fell in love the food is super good . Service is mid there very much "take your order in and out" Where it is, and what it looks like kinda sketchy looks like a start up but those places can be the best! read more

C Rojo's Taqueria serves authentic Mexican food with a Pacific Island infusion, fresh and flavorful. It is delicious, and worth every mile you drive to participate in this gastronomical heaven. It's home-made with fresh ingredients. Kudos to George the cashier, he's an asset to C Rojo's Taqueria with his welcoming demeanor and knowledge on the establishments offerings. He guided us toward a few fantastic choices that we enjoyed greatly. He suggested the Brussel Sprout taco, topped with pickled onions and chipotle mayo sauce. I ordered it and was not disappointed. In fact, I liked it so much I'll order it again next time. Not knowing the portion size, I also ordered the braised beef taco or Suadero taco. Took this home in a To Go box for dinner. Another winner. George spoke highly of the green chorizo taco. Oh my goodness, that taco was "Muy Primo", exclaimed my husband as he savored each bite. We didn't stop there, we ordered Rojo Queso with pastor. Wonderful choice. The chips were thin and crispy with a light corn flavor, which allowed the blended Queso, pastor and other ingredients to be enjoyed. Dessert offerings: Tres Leche cake in chocolate or vanilla and Churros drizzled with caramel and chocolate syrup served with Vanilla ice cream. Casual dining, counter ordering, self seating in booths with self serve tea and soda fountain. Additional offerings: Breakfast menu and Brunch on Saturday. We liked this restaurant so much we ordered take out breakfast food for tomorrow morning. C Rojo's Taqueria is a winner, a restaurant that makes Tyler that much more enjoyable to visit. read more

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Found this spot in my work travels and so happy I did. What a deal they had street tacos for $1.50 each as a daily special and they were excellent. I had one of each meat and a side of rice with a drink and it was under $12! The service was super friendly and the sauces and salsa with the free chips and salsa were great! Love it and will be back next time in town. read more

Salty, uninspired food. terrible customer service.i asked for my consomé to go after offering the birria tacos. the guy took 15 minutes before we just went up to the counter to ask if our stuff was ready to go, and he said they had no way to put my consomé in a to go cup. Seriously wasn't asking for much. didn't have high expectations. Don't waste your time or money. Weak sauce read more

Shrimp street tacos are excellent! Service is fast and friendly! We have picked for months and always consistent!

C Rojo's catered a small(ish) meeting for me for around 30 people. They were amazing to work with!!! I even had to reschedule the meeting at the last minute due to horrible weather and that wasn't a problem for them at all. They came and set up all the food with warmers, utensils, beverages and even offered to go and get a bag of ice if we needed it. Everyone loved the food...especially the brussels sprouts!! Everyone raises an eyebrow when I tell them how amazing the brussels sprouts are, but everyone tried them at the meeting and everyone loved them!!! Try them!!!! You won't be disappointed!!! read more

The food was absolutely delicious!! I got the torta and it was paired with some amazingly seasoned fries. Highly recommend! read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

I like the huarache here its fairly big and tastes pretty much homemade. They also have the seafood place next door in the same building in case you want a shrimp cocktail. read more

We have ordered pickup for ten people Mother's Day, Christmas etc....always good, tasty, fresh, everything correct and always on time. The business used to be closer but it's worth the longer drive to go get it and pick it up. read more

If there were 6 stars I would give 6. This place is the tits. Best tacos in East Texas by a long shot. Possibly the best tacos I have ever had. Get in your car and drive to this place immediately. I ain't kidding go now. I had the Al pastor and a carnitas taco today when I stumbled on this place I had never heard of and I am not exaggerating, best tacos I have ever had. Chips and salsa were great. I will probably go back tomorrow. read more

The breakfast taco are excellent. Bacon and egg, sausage and egg perfect. The chips are very good.

A friend knew that I had to drive through East Texas, and was insistent that I arrange the schedule so that we would stop for lunch here. He said they always make a point to stop when they're driving on I 20. Figured it was worth a shot, and even though my mother is hesitant to try anything that she thinks might be spicy, she agreed to join me. Both of us were so pleased with our choice! She ordered a pork taco and a shrimp taco, and her face lit up when she ate her first bite of the shrimp one. Liked it so much that she went back and ordered another one. I've never seen her do that at a Mexican restaurant! Loved my pork stew; totally would get it again. I see when my friends make a point to stop here when passing through the Tyler area! read more

C Rojo's Taqueria - Order counter - Mexican Near Me - Tyler, Texas

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Came here for dinner with some friends, One of them recommended this place. very friendly staff and super clean atmosphere. However, the food was very very oily. I know it's a taqueria, so oil will obviously be used in many dishes, but everything on me and my friends plates was drenched in oil. Again, nice owner, nice everything else. read more

If you're not paying attention you'll likely drive by C Rojo's. Turn around. It's absolutely ridiculous how delicious the food is. I had Korean BBQ Tacos. 3 for $12 was the special. Don't let the kimchi scare you. It's wonderful. We shared the Rojo Queso. Also fabulous. I did have to ask for plates and cutlery but that was the only bump here. read more

Definition of a hole-in-the-wall. Doesn't look like much from the street. You will almost question if you are in the right place. Then you enter into a big open room with tables spread out nicely and music playing. Then you order the food, I recommend the Al pastor, and you wait hardly any time at all. All of their tacos I have tried have been excellent. Reasonably priced. Man the food is awesome. Fresh, many flavors that blend together perfectly. Honestly my favorite place for Tacos in the Tyler area. I think if they were located centrally they would have a hard time keeping up with demand. Simple, fresh, tasty at a great price. If you are driving by on I-20 and need a quick bite, stop here. If you are going to the state park, eat here, if you are in the mood for great tacos, eat here. read more

Very nice, no frills place. Great service, accommodating to those with food allergies. Large menu and excellent food, all made from scratch.

Got here today after recomendations from friends. I had 3 tacos, Trompo, Mahi Mahi, & Carnitas. I ordered Trompo, I let the waitress choose the other 2 for me. I had a bottle of Tamarindo and chips/salsa (they were all out of most of the the other appetizers). This was Sunday, post-church. There was a large family there, about 10-15 @ 1 table. They seemed obnoxiously Texan, so I ate outside. Eating outside went well, but by taco #3, the flies swarmed in. The chips/Salsa were great-although the salsa was just 2 of those tiny jello-shot cups, so it didn't last. Still, good salsa- a little too watery for me, but plenty of cilantro. I would have liked more, a 1/2 cup, at least. Good, thin chips. Tacos ranged from good to great. Mahi-Mahi was a little dry, but came with plenty of sauce to counter that. Carnitas was also good. Trompo was amazing- maybe SLIGHTLY heavy on the pineapple, making a little TOO sweet, but this will be my go-to taco whenever I eat @ C Rojo's. And I will be eating @ C Rojo's again. Overall, I dig the place. Here are the pros/cons- PROS- -FOOD. Lack of decor, so the focus is on the food. And it shows! -Ingredients seem REALLY fresh. Maybe that's why certain apptizer were off the menu? -Decent sized tacos. 3 tacos w/ an appetzer or chips/salsa is plenty. -right off the I-20, plenty of parking. -inside/outside dining. I really dug the outside seating, but flies! -Food was Fast. Crazy fast. Almost TOO fast. I wanted to relax on the patio for a bit, but the food came too fast for that! CONS- -Needs more (thicker) salsa for the chips. -Lack of decor. Yes, it's a pro too, but inside/outside need about $2000 worth of decor. If they turned the right half of this place into a bar, it would liven the place up. -Lack of decor 2- likewise, outside dining overlooks old food trucks & broken down stuff. Hide that stuff and improve the view. -Needs a better online presence. This place is on the verge of being 'discovered', so check it out if you're nearby. So much potential! Like the first Torchy's or something. If you're nearby, it's worth skipping Posados/Cinco de Mayo in Lindale and driving here. As for me, I am just glad Lindale-area finally has a good MX place without having to drive into Tyler. IMO, Cinco de Mayo is Blah, and Posados is good but your typical gringo MX place. It's C Rojo's for me from now on. read more

Love this place. We were leaving Tyler going back North and came across this place. Very authentic Mexican Food. It's been difficult finding "Real Mexican Food". This is the real deal! I had the combo fajitas and they were amazing. My family had tacos and quesadilla, which were also good. Tortillas are grilled to perfection. Service was excellent. read more

If you have not been to this place you need to run, not walk, and get here ASAP because their brussels sprout tacos and Rojo's queso are going to blow your mind. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. They have a large menu with so many unique options. read more

We saw the story on TCR and thought we would drive down from Paris on Sunday for lunch. After driving up to restaurant we didn't know for sure if it was right place. Owners were nice. We looked over menu and ordered. I had Chicken Fajita, wife and daughter had Brussel Sprouts salad, son in-law ordered 3 tacos and we all had fruit juice.. Food was average but was priced very high. Total bill $147.89. I don't mind paying for good food but this was just overpriced. read more

this place is insanely good! we come here everytime we are at Tyler state park and I haven't had one thing that's disappointed me.