Just randomly walking down main street on a beautiful Friday and I smell empanadas. I did not know…read morethis place existed. Then I'm told they have limited hours. It is more of a pop-up. Someone selling delicious empanadas out of what looks like a tech start up firm. Not a sit down, there is a window you can order from and sit outside. A little quirky, but the empanadas were worth coming back to.

I stopped at this restaurant around 1pm for a late lunch as I thought it looked nice from the…read moreexterior on Main Street in Downtown Ann Arbor. I was surprised when I went in that there were only a couple of customers leaving as I entered. I was greeted by Dewey at the counter who asked me if I have previously tried any Peruvian food and I answered I had not. He was kind and suggested a couple of his favorites to me which was very helpful and appreciated. I ordered the Lomo Saltado and a Mexican Coke. They had several photos underneath the entrees which was helpful for ordering and visualizing. I decided to sit at a bar stool which had a counter seat at the front window overlooking Main Street which was an interesting vantage point while eating. The food was served fairly quickly and the Lomo Saltado was delicious. The beef was very tasty and served with vegetables and rice and the flavors and spices were just right for my taste. I devoured this dish quickly, ate everything, and mentioned to Dewey that I didn't like that at all with a big smile and laugh as I was dropping off my spotless dirty dishes even though he mentioned I could just leave it. It was a nice surprise.

I've been to Peru and had many of these dishes firsthand, so I came in with high expectations…read more While it doesn't quite compare to what I had there, I still find myself coming back regularly because there's really nothing else quite like it in Ann Arbor. The Culantro Bowl is a great deal, the ají de gallina is great comfort food, and I really love the lomo saltado. I also always get either the jugo de maracuyá or chicha morada to drink. The ceviche was good, though the texture wasn't my favorite personally. I also wasn't a fan of the empanadas since they were sweeter than I'm used to. However, the plantains starter was quite good. The atmosphere is modern, clean, and comfortable, and the service has always been excellent. One of the main servers even remembers my name because I've been coming for so long. Overall, it's not the best Peruvian food I've ever had, but it gives me a nostalgic taste of Peru in Ann Arbor and has definitely become a staple for me. I'd also love to see papa a la huancaína added to the menu someday.

I will always recommend Pilar's Tamales! We always get the pork tamales with Pilar's sauce and they…read moreheat up perfectly for dinner.

Love this place. The ambiance has an intriguing maximalist vibe. Tamales were moist and flavorful…read more Owner is super friendly and easy to talk with.

I was so excited to visit TAQ at its new location and invited a group of friends from the Metro…read moreDetroit area to join me. They did a wonderful job accommodating our large party, and the side room in the new space was perfect for the occasion. I've dined at TAQ before and have always enjoyed their tacos, so I was excited to see brunch tacos on the menu. They did not disappoint. Both were delicious, and I especially loved the Blanco and the chorizo. I'm already looking forward to coming back to enjoy the patio, which has always had some of the best vibes off Main Street. TAQ continues to impress -- highly recommend.

Been here twice, once at the original location and now recently at the old Avalon spot. Had…read moredifferent tacos each time and wasn't impressed on either occasion. The ambiance is kind of a sterile, trendy vibe, but not in a good way? They have the Love Island neon signs in the bathroom (and the awful Dyson air blade hand dryer sinks that just blow gross public sink water into your face unexpectedly) and it feels like it's toeing the line between wanting to be upscale and also accommodate the college crowd. I don't know. I could forgive all the weird vibes if the food were better. I will say their tacos are quite large; so don't expect a typical street taco. I had a hard time eating three and I'm a pretty hungry person. So I'd order two, especially if you have any kind of app or side. I would not order the mahi mahi one again. There was SO MUCH (bland) fish in there it fell apart. The pastor was pretty typical, and the camarones (shrimp) one wasn't bad, but it was kind of like a shrimp salad concoction vs a fried shrimp or ceviche kind of application. And they were like teeny mini shrimp. It was well-flavored, though. My Paloma mocktail was solid! Expensive, though, for something without booze in it. Our server was very sweet but perhaps overly attentive, stopped by (not kidding) like 12 times to refill our waters after we'd taken barely a sip. We were well hydrated but chuckling at the constant disruption.

TLDR: This is peak casual Mexican comfort food. Strong recommendations for tamale and quesadillas…read more The staff were friendly and the restaurant dining room is small but cute. Outdoor seating looks nice but havent had opportunity to sit out there. Recommend calling in your pick up order instead of the website. They ding you on convenience fees if you go through the online process.

The service here was excellent -- everyone was very kind, helpful, and welcoming. I also really…read moreappreciated that most of the menu is gluten-free, which makes it a great option for people with dietary restrictions. For me personally, the food was a little bland and could've used more salt, spice, or seasoning, but if you prefer milder flavors this might be a great fit for you. My friend absolutely loved his burrito and could only finish half because it was so filling. The guacamole was really good, though my chips were a little stale during this visit. I'd definitely come back and try something different next time because the overall experience and service were very positive.

Ordered Birria tacos for takeout - ordering online was easy and the food was quick. They emailed me…read morewhen my food was ready and it was sitting out on a shelf. The tacos were crispy and the broth they provided was flavorful. The side of salsa was excellent, the salsa was spicy and tasted great with the black beans and rice that came as a side

Was craving Birria tacos and found this place through Reddit... I am so thankful to have found this…read moreplace! The food and drinks were amazing, the birria tacos and horchata were fantastic! Will definitely be coming here again!

After not eating here for awhile, decided to try it again and it was not at all what we remembered…read more We ate TMAZ religiously for a matter of months and it was SO good. This most recent meal was heartbreaking. The quesadilla was tiny and burnt. The refried beans were soupy. The rice was okay. My tamale was good. Hoping this was just an off night.

Authentic Mexican food is difficult to come by in Ann Arbor so I am really happy I stumbled across…read morethis place. I ordered the taco plate with the asada and al pastor and it was phenomenal. Everything is authentic and the salsas are really good. It reminded me of one of my favorite places back home, and the man working the front was kind and respectful. As fair as the ambiance, it is inviting, but not overly fancy. Would 100% recommend.

We called in an order for a cheese pupusa and a churrasquito and absolutely loved them both! My…read morehusband gave the churrasquito a 9/10 and absolutely loved the smoky sauce that came on the side with it. I had a cheese pupusa and loved that as well! It was super hot and fresh and the flavors were fantastic. It came with a pickled slaw which was phenomenal as well as a red salsa that I loved, too! Although we didn't try much this visit- we had a great experience and will be back to try more. Service was very kind, quick, and accurate and the restaurant itself was clean and inviting. We will be back for more!

I went here for a business lunch. I was skeptical at first because it's a very meat forward menu. I…read morefound the seafood soup made with a coconut broth. It was so yummy in my tummy. I got the small bowl which was plenty for me. The service was really good. The server took her time to explain the food and the regions of the world it came from. It looks like a little diner but it feels like an exploration of culture when you are eating.