3.5-ish For starters, the name of this restaurant (according to its own sign) is Taqueria Carnales, not Carnales Taqueria (as listed on Yelp). Anyway, this is a place for people who enjoy highly flavored and spicy food. Seriously, ask them to go easy on the jalapenos if you aren't up for spicy. I ordered everything as is for my first visit for takeout and enjoyed it but it was on the edge of too spicy for me, (chicken grande burrito) without actually crossing the line.Very much crossed the line with the shrimp tacos, imo. I ordered the following: Menudo Soup (made from cow's stomach); Shrimp Tacos and a Chicken Burrito Grande. The estimated prep time was 15 minutes and the food was ready on time. It's a cute, small restaurant that is very clean. While you could choose to dine in, I didn't see anyone eating there and it appears that most of their business is carryout. Upon arriving home, I found that the Menudo Soup had spilled inside the plastic bag. Not too big a deal. The other entrees were packed in styrofoam containers. The burrito was wrapped in paper and foil. My mom had the Menudo Soup and said it was good. She had one of the three shrimp tacos and said it was okay but that she wouldn't crave them. The avocado slices looked very fresh. My mom loves spicy food but she commented that the soup and tacos were very spicy. As for my chicken burrito, it was unexpectedly spicy in a mostly good way. The burrito was stuffed with everything inside - guacamole, rice, chicken, refried beans (very little), cheese and jalapeno peppers. It was a delicious combo but I would have preferred the individual ingredients to be separate. The biggest problem, however, was that the foil wrap made it difficult to cut into the burrito without also cutting into the foil. I think it's more of a "me" issue that might not bother anyone else. Overall, I would order from this restaurant again. The quality is definitely way above Taco Bell, but it's not quite fast food even though it's next to a Subway. Also, I asked if their refried beans were made with lard and I was assured they were vegetarian. If I hadn't seen so many positive reviews on Yelp, I wouldn't have known to check out this spot, but would encourage you to try it too for high quality, authentic Mexican cuisine! EDIT/UPDATE: I tried one of the shrimp tacos that my mom left in the fridge. OMG, it was super spicy to the point of giving me hiccups. Plus, the spiciness seemed to come from a creamy cheese sauce added to the shrimp tacos after they were cooked. I can understand why my mom wouldn't crave them and I would never order them myself. Based on your personal preference for spiciness, let this give you an idea of the level of spiciness that could be added to your food unless you request your dish to be less spicy. Recommend with caveat re spiciness. read more

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The Pizzabirria is delicious. It is huge and so filling. It's served with several different sauces in addition to the dipping sauce. they also include Cucumbers and Radishes. Queso is great but the Guacamole is to DIE for! read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - Pizzabirria - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

I love the food! After having lived in California near the border for ten years and even having lived in Mexico for three months, I found this place to be amazing. Tastes like legit, authentic Mexican food. The service was very good, or should I say, Muy Bien. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Clean and comfortable environment. I highly recommend. The pizza birria is also phenomenal! read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - Tacos Al Pastor. - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

The food was absolutely delicious I would 100% come back and try everything on the menu. Super fast and great prices and I love the sauces that come with the food. read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - # #3. Burrito Grande - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

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I spent 30 years of my adult life chasing down authentic Mexican food between Texas and California and I can't remember a time I've eaten such delicious Mexican food. I even tried things I've never eaten before. read more

This is one of my favorite local spots. It's just as good as the original Carnales Taquería on Lagrange, but it has a dine in area. I am a fan of their quesabirrias. The meat is always tender and the consomé is always perfectly seasoned. The tacos come with a variety of meats like tongue and suadero, in addition to the basics of chicken, steak and pork al pastor. I haven't tried the rest of their menu because the quesabirrias and tacos are so good, but everything I have enjoyed had been fresh and reliable. This is one of my favorite local restaurants for steady quality and quick, efficient service. read more

12-9-2024 Divey atmosphere, delicious tacos. And we tried the Arroz Con Pollo-very comforting. Order at counter, read more

We got carryout so the pics don't do the food justice. But it is excellent! I got the carnita bowl and my sister got the street tacos. We also ordered pineapple soda and strawberry soda, extra queso and two fried cheesecakes! There was enough food for two meals in my bowl and my sister had leftovers as well. Don't split the cheesecake! You'll want your own!!! read more

Great place. Best fajitas I've had in a while! Also have Mexican Coke in glass bottles. read more

Carnita, asada and barria tacos. All very good, fresh ingredients and flavorful salsas. Quick services, clean seating area, no margaritas though. read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

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This place is amazing!! Service is super fast and the tacos are the real deal! My husband had the carne asada and I ordered the shrimp with corn tortilla... they were THE absolute best. I don't mind making the 15 min drive to Temperance for great tacos. read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - Carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

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Stopped here for the first time today and was not disappointed. The tacos were absolutely fantastic. We got the Al pastor, quesabirria, shrimp tacos and suadero. Everything was fresh and flavorful but the Al pastor and quesabirria were next level. I will be dreaming of these tacos until our next order. The restaurant itself is cute and clean, with several tables to dine-in if desired. The staff was very friendly and helpful, offering suggestions and answering my questions about the menu. My takeout order was ready quickly and the whole experience from start to finish was great. We will definitely be stopping back soon to try the other items on the menu, I'm looking at you Street Corn... read more

Carnales Taqueria Temperance - Shrimp taco(A), quesabirria taco(A+), Al pastor taco(A++), suadero taco(B+). - Mexican Near Me - Temperance, Michigan

This food is just eww I'm sorry every time I've introduced myself to this is just not it . Beans taste like canned, meat is fine like if you're starving fine . I'm sorry but not idea food even the old oil flavor on the the corn tortillas eww .. this place is just not good there's a lot more places with much better flavor right around the corner ...!! Sorry but if I'm being honest your place needs some help read more

Best street tacos in South Monroe County. Plenty of flavor, plenty of food. Horchata made just right. Had the tijuanas tacos and very impressed, rice and beans were good. read more

All good, and I m a pickey Mexican/American when I wanted this I go here. Pricing good, but the food people, I dig it more ways than one.

Great food! Was there in Toledo for a night and ordered late and yet the food was perfect! Thank you so much!

Love this place!! Everything we've tried has been great--Street tacos, birria, rice, loaded fries/nachos, chimichanga, guacamole...service is always fast & friendly read more