WOW! I got the sliced brisket tacos with everything on them. Let me tell you these bad boys are FLAVOR BOMBS. They were absolutely delicious I can honestly say one of the best Tacos I've had ( I'm Mexican) Definitely best taco you'll find In Gilbert! The Mac and cheese was ELEVATED so good I did not expect it to have that much unique taste. The food was prepared fast! And the customer service was excellent! Shout out to the older gentleman there I think he was the boss he was so nice, helpful, and humble. The atmosphere was lacking a bit due the the small indoor eating area. As someone with a small child the indoor eating area was tight. Overall this place is a MUST TRY! One of the best spots I've tried in dt Gilbert!!! read more

Loved it! Not normally in Gilbert, but since I was this place was high on my list of places to try. The ambiance is reminiscent of old school Texas joints - small inside with plenty of outdoor seating. The menu has plenty of options - straight bbq, tacos, burritos and sides. It says Mexi-Q so I went tacos. Brisket was excellent as was the chili verde. Good size tacos as well. Loved the beans! Definitely try a Mexican Twinkie. Service was great as well. N*joy! read more

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I knew Mexi-Q was going to be good when I found myself rationing the last few bites of my taco because I didn't want it to end. We went all-in on the brisket and ordered the Large Call Out Brisket Taco, Brisket Tostada, and Brisket Burrito. Everything was solid, but the taco was the standout by a mile. The brisket was smoky, tender, and loaded with flavor, and somehow every bite was better than the last. The real sleeper hit was the BBQ sauce. I'm usually not someone who talks about sauce, but this one deserves its own mention. It had the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy and made everything on the table better. The mac and cheese was another surprise favorite. Rich, creamy, and absolutely worth ordering. We also tried the Mexican Twinkie. I'm glad we did because it's one of those menu items you have to experience at least once, but wow, it is rich. A few bites was plenty for me, and it's probably the one thing I wouldn't order again. Elote was decent but wouldn't order again. Mexi-Q could easily lean too far into the gimmick of BBQ-meets-Mexican, but instead they focus on doing the food right. I'll be back for that brisket taco and enough extra BBQ sauce to make questionable life decisions. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

10/10 Experience We ordered the Barbecue Mex Platter and it was absolutely amazing. The portion was huge -- easily enough to feed me, my wife, and even our two‑year‑old for both lunch and dinner. Our son especially loved the mac & cheese, and me and my wife were blown away by the Mexican spin on classic barbecue. Service was extremely fast, and the environment felt welcoming from the moment we walked in. The owner even came out to talk with us and let us try the jalapeño poppers/Twinkies, which were incredible. Great service, great atmosphere, and even better food. We'll definitely be back!!! read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Mexi-Q platter - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Oh my. Random find in passing and came across this jewel. Hard to find tender and tasty meats. The inside is small but has outside dining with a mister to keep you cool. The place is clean and inviting. They greet you and explain the menu. Ordered a pull pork burrito. Spot on. They have their BBq sauces on the table. The flavors are a party in your mouth. So stinking good. This will be a must stop if ever in the area. read more

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I stopped by this spot to try their spin of Mexican bbq. The carnitas taco was really good. I put the Carolina gold bbq sauce on it and it was perfect. I liked that sauce so much that I'd consider going back just to try it on some of their other bbq. I didn't like the brisket birria taco as much because it was way too salty for me. The mac and cheese was also just okay. It had so much sauce that it was too thick and unpleasant to eat. The vibe was good though. They have seating inside and outside. I love that they had the misters running to keep the outdoor seating cool. The staff was also very nice. read more

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OK, we've been big fans of Caldwell's BBQ for years and somehow had never made it over to Caldwell's Mexi-Q... big mistake on our part--especially since it combines two of my all-time favorite things...brisket and tacos! Parking was a breeze, and since there were three of us (including one never-full teenager ), we went for the Mexi-Q Platter and added an extra birria taco so everyone could try one. It absolutely lived up to the hype! The surprise standout? The brisket tostada--sooooo flavorful and satisfying on every level! We also loved the sausage link, Mexi-Q twinkies (aka smoked jalapeños stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, then wrapped in bacon ), and honestly, everything we tried was a hit. For sides, we ordered Grandma's Calabacitas (a yummy squash veggie mix), roasted cream elote, and Julio's mac n' cheese (which I skipped, but the guys were big fans). We wrapped up this phenomenal meal with their GF banana pudding (they offer both GF and regular options), and it was seriously scrumptious--such a treat to have a gluten-free dessert that feels just as special! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm and attentive. They double-checked that everything we ordered (minus the mac n' cheese) was gluten-free, which is always such a relief. It means so much when a place truly understands gluten and can clearly guide you on what's safe. We sat outside and soaked up the beautiful weather--it was the perfect setting for such a fun and tasty meal! An easily awarded and well deserved read more

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2/12/26 Starving during appointment and shopping day. Circled back for a second visit and not a minute too soon. Parking 5/5 Small lot but no problem slipping into a parking spot near the entrance at 4:30 pm. Atmosphere 5/5 Rated based in similar venues, clean but small indoor dining area with high-top seating. We chose outdoor seating because it was a beautiful day. Plenty of seating and only a few families outside. Pleasant experience on the patio today. Service 5/5 Just like our last visit, the kitchen crew are great. Our order taker and restaurant ambassador always does nice job mixing it up with me while taking my order. Kudos! Food 10/5 Not a typo. This is crazy good food. Their Brisket is amazing and consistent and has pushed my former number 1 off their pedestal and has become my new #1. Great job guys! Today we ordered a feast. (1) fatty brisket 1/2 lb with bread. (3) Birria tacos. (6) outlawed bacon wrapped Jalapeños. (1) quart of Elote street corn. Meal for two was so much food we have another meal. Darn it guess I'll take one for the team! $102.96 w/tip. Eat well, eat Mexi-Q my friends- SYOY! read more

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A- MAZING!!!!! So I'm doing my best not to curse, because I want to truly express how much I F-ING LOVE THIS PLACE! While working in the area of course I hot up my Yelp app...... 2 miles up the road I see this place listed, I click...... and I see a couple reviews from a few of my Yelp friends Derrick & Art. Well, after reading Derrick's review, which is EXCELLENT BTW, I was i may give to go here, then saw Art's endorsement & I was sold! Upon arrival, the parking lot is small, instant anxiety that the place is packed! NOPE.. Just a small lot to park, so food a spot & get here NOW! There's a bunch of Coveted outside seating, clean place, inside is cute & inviting. They jam country too... Approached the counter meet Brian F., this dude rocks! Often I will tell the place I'm visiting that I'm a rookie, must say thanks & ask what I want, not Brian F. he is real friendly. Brian F. said let me grab you a sample Brisket too help you decide... I mentioned i was torn between Brisket & Birria, so Brian F. said "get both! ", he recommends the Birria & Briaket for a 1st timer, I replied, LFG! Give me 2 of each, Brian replied "what about a twinkie? Having grown up during the Twinkie heyday, I was confused & not real interested... Brian F pulled out a Twinkie.... A BACON WRAPPED JALAPENO, stuffed with cream cheese & Brisket! ARE YOU F-ING KIDDING ME!!!!! YES, YES & 5 TIMES YES ON SUNDAYS! The place is delicious, the people are awesome & you would be an A-whole (pc) door not getting here now! I just found a GOTO place when I'm in the area! Thank you Brian F. read more

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I love Caldwell's bbq, this was my first time trying the Tex mex version. I opted for a burrito, the jalapeño popper, and Mexican corn. I loved that the burrito doesn't have any rice, maximizes the protein. All the food was great. But if I'm being honest I think I prefer the classic bbq food. I'm not a huge Tex mex fan, personally preference. But the quality of this place is top notch. Love the outdoor seating, inside can be squishy. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

The concept of Barbecue with Mexican together is genius! First time and you've hooked me! The BBQ Brisket Tostada stole the show! The Brisket Birria Tacos are money! Enjoyed the Mexi-Q Twinkie - spicy and the brisket with cheese in a bacon wrapped Jalapeño pepper is tasty! Enjoyed the smoked Jalapeño - cheddar sausage as well. Good service with great food. The parking is tight but it's worth the search for a parking spot. Primarily outdoor seating with misting fans to keep it reasonably comfortable. Love it! read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Service - Excellent. Extremely quick and friendly! Overall Vibe - Small inside but Plenty of outdoor seating! I love the laid back atmosphere with the picnic tables and metal trays for easy cleanup. Brisket Birria - Easily our favorite. Has a lot of flavor and the consume is key. Wish it had a bit more cheese but overall could've just gotten these and been happy. Brisket Taco - Was a bit dry and salty but the flavor was nice and Smokey. Huge piece of meat too. Chili Verde - also a bit dry, wish it had more chili verde sauce. Smoked Carnitas - I wouldn't get both Chili Verde and Smoked Carnitas they were pretty similar tasting with smoked carnitas even dryer. Could use more toppings or salsa for sure. Mac n cheese - fantastic. Gooey and cheesy, full of flavor. Not too thick or watery, great consistency. Elote - shockingly light. Smokey. A little liquidy but overall good! Banana Pudding - delicious, definitely a must try. Very very strong banana flavor so I was wondering if they add additional flavor because I've never had something taste so banana-y but it was delicious! BBQ Sauces - they offer two delicious bbq sauces complimentary. I highly recommend adding those to the more dry items. We do wish they offered some Mexican salsa options instead of just bbq because that would've been great on top of all tacos. Overall I would return and get the Birria tacos with a side of Mac n cheese and banana pudding for desert and be happy! Maybe I should try one of their bbq options instead since that is what they are known for. read more

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I love this place. The bbq Mexican fusion is on point. My first time here, I ordered 1 Birria Tacos, 1 chicken taco, 1 Mexi-q, and half pound of brisket. I fell in love with the presentation and the taste. I especially love a good jalapeno popper so I really enjoyed the Mexi-q. The service was great from the guys cooking and serving. The inside is very quaint, but the outside patio is very open with plenty of seating. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Condiments - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Came here with a friend for lunch for the first time. Parking is very limited and the inside is pretty small. When you go in you have to loops around the only large table in there so no one actually sits inside because it's a bit awkward. The line goes by pretty quickly. The cashier also cuts and weighs the meat right at the counter. I should have gotten something more mexi q but the El General Patton was calling my name. It was alot of sandwich for $20. I ended up bringing it home and finished it the next day. Love their house BBQ and Golden BBQ sauce. Staff was really friendly and inviting too. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Brisket Mac and Cheese- not really on the menu just combined everything myself. Order the brisket with a side of Mac and cheese. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Secret menu item - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Found this gem last night and had to get the brisket burrito and it was amazing also need to get a crispy brisket taco yes please !!! Fast friendly services and food that is exceptional plenty of other options to choose from and at a good prices ! Highly recommend read more

I came to Caldwell with some friends on a Friday night. The outdoor seating was awesome for when the weathers not too hot. The food was delicious! It's a fusion of Mexican and bbq, can't go wrong. My favorites were the hot link, birria tacos & elote. The brisket was a bit dry imo but everything else was pretty good. A tasty spot and awesome location for checking out the neighborhood & bars after dinner. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

First time here, have been to Caldwell BBQ many times and was looking forward to an evening meal with some friends. I arrived about 30 minutes early and had an opportunity to chat with the manager. It was not busy and he went through each dish and explained how it was different from the dishes at Caldwell BBQ. I appreciated the information and pondered the different choices. Other two in party showed up and placed started to get busy. I selected the smoked brisket burrito with beans and pico. The side dish was elote. Food was very good, not to spicy and everyone else enjoyed their various taco selections. Inside seating is limited, outside covered patio has misters but still too dam hot for Arizona summers. Definitely will be back to try the other dishes. All good here. Its up the street from several other BBQ restaurants. This one is unique and quaint with excellent food. All good here! read more

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I love BBQ!!! It's one of my favorites and this place did not disappoint!! The brisket was very flavorful and their house made sauces were awesome!! The pork sandwhich (east side pig) was a little dry, but the flavor was still good! We will be back soon to try more menu items! read more

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SEXI- Q This review is rated- MA: Mostly Appetizing Here they have Tex Mex BBQ that is not your average county fare. It made me think bad things with all the good things that went into my mouth. This BBQ will be sure to arouse your taste buds and get you wet... orally, because you will drooling over the food and won't be long before you know you have hit a culinary climax. BIRRIA BURRITO- this thing was about 9 inches and thick! Once it grazes your lips, it will have you screaming Ay Papi! There were creamy beans inside that will ooze from the tip to the corners of your mouth. SMOKED CARNITAS TACO- They don't have pink tacos, but their barbequed pork tacos sure are succulent, juicy, and stuffed with their meat. The meat is so MOIST, you will have no problem getting it down your throat. The tortilla, meat, salsa...I dare say, Perfection. I'd be glad to eat out these tacos any day. CALABACITAS- Cooked in a rich hearty broth, the Mexican squash is savory and delicious. The flavors get all over your tongue, and just make you want to lick up all the juice. THIRST T(R)AP- Besides the soda fountain and bottled Mexican Soda there is beer and libations to keep you loose with your inhibitions. If you are really thirsty you might even find yourself double fisted... with alcoholic beverages, that is. INSIDE /OUT - the restaurant is crowded inside, with very limited seating to only accommodate about 12 people. You will be up close and personal. So don't be surprised if you rub elbows... or other body parts. Your best bet is to sit outside where there are plenty of bench tables bordered around the patio. If I had one critique, the cutting board at the ordering counter does not have any barrier, and the BBQ meat is exposed to bodily fluids. The unprotected Mex can transmit disease. Try not to get turned off by this off-putting set-up If you have a real lust for food, you may get hot and bothered enough to give a chef's kiss, or give the chef a kiss. Indulging in pleasures here have a high price point, but that never stopped people from going to the strip club. It's hard to argue with the prices when the Tex Mex is so good that it will give you a mouth-gasm. After gulping down their meat, this place has easily become a Top 3 taco / burrito place for me in AZ. read more

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What a surprise and delight! This BBQ is legit and I can't recommend it enough. I would say it's on the pricier side but the quality of meat and the amount of food you get equate to the price you pay so it's completely worth it. We got the Mexi BBQ platter and shared it amongst my husband toddler. It comes with: -1/3 lb Brisket -Pulled Pork -Sausage -2 brisket birrira tacos - 2 mexi Q twinkies - 1 Brisket Toastada (I could eat 5 of these EASY) - 2 sides. This easily feed 4-5 people. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Mexi BBQ Platter (Jan 2026) - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Very welcoming the second you walk in! Such a cute little place, plenty of seating outside as inside has one long table in center with wrap around long table along the wall with windows. Love everything about this place, wish it was closer but worth a special trip for the best brisket I've ever had! They gave us a sample of the brisket and wow, clearly hubby and I were obsessed as we each ordered 2 brisket tacos and half pound brisket for our son to devour with side of Mac n cheese that we all enjoyed as well! We already are fans of the original Caldwell County BBQ but this is our new favorite for BBQ fix but Mexi-Q style! read more

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12/23/2025 I had tried Caldwell County BBQ a while ago and really enjoyed it, so of course their sister location Mexi-Q has been on my must-try list. Finally dined here with a friend for dinner on a Tuesday around 6pm. The small parking lot was full, so I ended up parking down the street. The indoor space is also small. There's one large high top inside, and the line was wrapped around it. We waited in line for about 20 minutes, ordered at the counter, then got our food within a few minutes. It felt too warm and muggy inside, so we sat at one of the many tables on the patio. I went in thinking I'd try a burrito, but got three tacos instead so that I could try different meat options - smoked chile verde pork, smoked carnitas pork, and smoked chicken. The chile verde was my favorite - flavorful, tender pork. The chicken was light on flavor - probably won't order that again. I also got a Mexi-Q Twinkie - jalapeño stuffed with brisket and cream cheese, wrapped with bacon. I would definitely order the Twinkie again. My friend got the El General Patton sandwich - it was stacked so high with 1/3 pound of chopped prime brisket, 1/3 pound of pulled pork, and a 1/3 of a sausage link on a Hawaiian roll. We both enjoyed our meals and left feeling so full. Next time I'm definitely getting a chile verde burrito! read more

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Small spot with huge flavor's you can't pass this place. Up. Fast and great service with plenty of seating around the corner. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Mexi-BBQ, roasted creamed elote, Lala's Pinto beans Chicken burrito, Julio's Mac n' cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Great brisket Birria tacos! Knowledgeable and hard working staff. Delicious! Tacos completely on point! Same with the MNCHZ. I was slightly disappointed with the Elote side; it was slightly watery. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Yo, I cannot write enough reviews about how good the barbecue is at this place. Every time we go, we have the best experience and the best food. Service is always on point. The restaurant is a bit small so when you walk in you immediately walk up to the counter and order your food and then you take your tray and find another place to sit. There's a plenty of seating outside, but not as much seating on the inside, so if there's inclement weather, I would definitely be aware of that This time wasn't any different. And this isn't just the place that kicks out really good proteins. they also know their sides as well. The macaroni and cheese is the bomb. The calabacitas went hard and the Mexican Twinkies Are stupid good. We had a couple of margaritas and sat outside and enjoyed the rainy weather while we bathed in another round of meat sweats. Love this spot! read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Specialty Combo - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I just recently found out about the Mexi-Q location and my mouth watered before I even got there! The location is just before downtown Gilbert so it's not super heavy with busy sidewalks which is a plus. It's pretty small with limited seating indoors but there are plenty picnic tables outdoors to sit at. Here is what I ordered: -2 Birria tacos w onion/cilantro/consommé -Mexi-Q Twinkie (jalapeño popper basically) -Roasted Cream Elote pint -Birria burrito The tacos were delicious and juicy! The mexi-q Twinkie was also a hit for me, perfect flavors and great spice. The roasted cream elote was not my favorite but it was okay, I think it was just too liquid-y. My boyfriend had the burrito and gave it the stamp of approval! There are a few other menu items I'd love to go back and try in the near future! Caldwell County BBQ wins again in my book! read more

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We happened to be in Gilbert for an appointment and came across Caldwell County Mexi-Q. I didn't even realize they had this sister restaurant, so we decided to stop and try it out. We ordered the Mexi-Q Twinkie, which is a fresh jalapeño stuffed with brisket and white cream cheese sauce, then they wrap it in bacon and smoked it! They were good, but we both would've preferred if the jalapeño was softer... it was still pretty crunchy. I ordered a chili verde pork taco and my husband ordered the chicken taco, a carnitas taco, and a brisket taco. Everything was really tasty, but we both really enjoyed the chile verde taco. We also each ordered a frozen margarita. I had strawberry, and my husband had lime, and they were just okay; they didn't have much flavor. Overall, it's a nice place, and I'd still give these guys an A because they really do know what they're doing when it comes to smoked meats. Also the service was amazing. read more

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First. The dining room has very little space. There were six of us in there and it was a bit tight maneuvering around. There's a bar along the wall that has 4 seats but two get in the way of the one table that seats 4. There is more room outside but even with the misters when it's over 100 degrees it's not really an option. The service was above and beyond. The guys behind the counter were happy to tell us about every item on the menu. And at the end read more

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Has to be a 5. Killer smoke flavor and tenderness. Counter service low prices. Fast waiting. Food comes out at correct temp. Great concept. Bbq in Mexican favorites. I had the brisket burrito and Mac. Whoa1 read more

Unfortunately this was a pretty miserable experience for us. First, we had no choice but to eat in the outdoor seating area. 112 degrees and the misters did nothing. Not the restaurant's fault but they may want to consider enclosing the area and adding air conditioning. Second, my food was quite poor. I got the brisket burrito and knew with the first bite that something was wrong. I opened the burrito and found that about 80% of the "brisket" was actually inedible fat. I understand that brisket has some fat, but since the poor meat was selected by an employee and then hidden inside a burrito, I was forced to spit out large wads of disgusting fat. Sorry, not acceptable. read more

Ordered a BBQ sandwich, elote, banana pudding, and three tacos. Friendly and fast service. Fresh food, as expected. Clean restaurant, with plenty of seating. Ample parking. The tacos were the stars on this visit. Recommended. read more

I really wish I could put more stars. This food was the most amazing BBQ I've ever had in my life. Me and my boyfriend got the Mexi-Q platter and shared it. The macaroni and cheese was so delicious I can't even put it into words. Grandmas Calabasitas tasted just like how my grandma and my mom made them at home, and the refried beans were just as good. The meat was tender, all of it, and the BBQ sauce selection tied it all together. The inside was warm but it's also Arizona so everywhere is fuckin hot! The guys were all very friendly and served us right away. We'll definitely be back. read more

I've tried BBQ all over the country, and Caldwell is a must-stop in my former hometown. The smoked brisket was delicious! This is a little place so expect to get it to go or sit outside. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Been to Caldwell BBQ (the other one) many times so was interested to see what this one was. And honestly, it was about the same for me. They had some jalapeno poppers wrapped in bacon but otherwise the menus are very similar. All meats are awesome, as usual. People working there seem to be having fun and come around to make sure all is good. Parking sucks, but you can find something on the street or nearby parking lot. Can eat indoor (only few spots) but most tables are outdoor. read more

What a fantastic concept! This place combines my two favorite cuisines, Texas BBQ and Mexican food. It's almost as if I died and god asked me what I would want to eat after getting through the gates. Hmmm let me think... I would like to try well executed beef brisket in a soft and delicious burrito package please! Oh also could you stuff that delectable beef inside a jalapeño with cheese and wrap that sucker in smoked bacon?! A "Mexi-Q" Twinkie as it were? Oh and I would love some good refried beans, creamy spicy Mac and cheese and amazing street corn with beef! And god said, "It is ready for you in Gilbert AZ on Gilbert Road in a cozy little old building that's clean and staffed with friendly and professional people. read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Brisket burrito, birria taco, refried beans, Mac and cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Little did I know I would find amazing tacos at a bbq joint. We tried several different options plus a burrito. All were amazing! I will definitely be back. read more

I was in the area and really wanted some good tacos! This was on my list and I figured why not! There was quite a line when I got here, so the place must've been good. I didn't know what I wanted specifically so I just ordered 3x Birria Tacos and 2x the juice to dip into, I also got a banana pudding and 1/2 lb fatty brisket, and their cream soda. I was so hungry, I decided to eat 1 Birria taco on the way home, and holy cow!! It tasted SOO GOOD!!! Very juicy as well! I thought I could save the other 2 for when I got home, but I needed another one in my mouth!! I ate 2 on the way, and the third when I got home. I didn't even use the sauce.. but I wanted to try it anyways. I drank BOTH sauce cups!!! It was so good! This is my go-to place for sure for some amazing birria tacos!! Banana pudding.. top notch! Brisket.. was so juicy and wet *drool*. This place was amazing! read more

Caldwell County Mexi-Q - Birria Tacos (x3 at some point) - Barbeque Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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I love this place. First off the service is amazing. Same people kicking out the food keeping it awesome. The bbq is fantastic, brisket carnitas all excellent. Twist that with a great taco or burrito and it is amazing. Unique for our area. Better than the places I frequent in Houston. Portions are generous as well. read more

Fanfrickentastic! Parking lot is small and inside seating area is even smaller but the food packs a huge punch. Full of flavor every bite. The mexiQ Twinkie was amazing. I'm a weenie and can't handle spicy things so it was hard to eat but I couldn't stop even tho it was so spicy lol. The street tacos. A must. My mouth is watering while I type this. Service was friendly and quick! read more

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