I have never dreamed about a meal I've eaten. But I've not only dreamed about Cholita's tacos, I've thought about them almost everyday since we got home from Indianapolis two weeks ago. This isn't your lame corporate crispy tacos. These are corn tacos, and not those bland corn-esque cardboard tacos you can get at any grocery. The ones we had were vegan, tho of course there are several meat options. Ours were on the menu described this was way: BRUSSELS + LOCAL ZUCCHINI VG 6.50 crispy masa shell - amazeball - pickled vegetables - pico de gallo - salsa roja. Where it says amazeball? It's because they each have a maize ball in the crease of tacos. Like a soft pillow of the best grits you've ever eaten. Filled with, in our case, some pickled veg. Crispy brussels sprouts with fried zucchini one night and a few days later Brussels and asparagus. Gawd. I wish I had the words to describe them properly. Delicious and tasting more like fresh corn than any taco you've eaten. The ranchero beans were so good. The salsa for the chips was dark and rich, the margs were a knockout. Everywhere we ate in Indy was great but Cholita was outstanding. I had to go gush to the manager about our meal on our last night there. Poor man thought I was going to complain but I was there to lodge a compliment. Great service from staff who knows the food. Be sure and order a Batanga off the drink menu. I hope I make it back there someday. I wish I'd begged for a hat or tshirt. Cholita was simply stellar. Thank you, Cholita! Btw, after Cholita you must walk a couple blocks to an old train station for ice cream from Brics! We went hoping they might have one vegan ice cream or sorbet. They had like eight. Sooooo good! The staff was as great as the scoops! read more

Back in January I visited Cholita Taqueria in Broad Ripple for the first time. We went there with friends for a Sofar Sounds event. It was a Friday night and the bar & restaurant were packed! We sat downstairs below the restaurant where they have a second bar. The chips and salsa were yummy. So were the $5 drink specials. I believe it was a tamarind Margarita that night--tangy with just the right amount of punch. One of our friends familiar with Cholita suggested we come back for Sunday Brunch which is exactly what we did a couple weeks later. The service was excellent and the food even better. I thought it was a great value too. I loved everything we ordered and enjoyed the DJ in a cute setting as well. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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My husband and I visited with a couple friends. We started with Cholita Margaritas, which were fine but nothing special. Our second round was the Naked Margarita with a tajin rim. That was tasty! For appetizers, we ordered Chips and Guacamole plus Queso Fundido. The guacamole was fresh and flavorful. The queso was rich and perfectly seasoned. The highlight of our meal came when we spotted a dramatic presentation at another table. A server carried out a dish on a sword. We asked our server, Anabelle, about it. She described the Taco Espada (Taco Sword), and we immediately knew we wanted it. This showstopper features Fischer Farms ribeye, pork sausage, adobo chicken, roasted peppers, onions, melted queso fundido and creamy bacon and chile de arbol salsa. It's served with warm tortillas, fresh guacamole and charro beans. Each meat was cooked to perfection. Every bite burst with flavor. There was plenty of food for all four of us. Anabelle was a delight. She was cheerful and friendly, checking on us at the right moments without hovering. She gave us a heads up about the wait time for our entree, which we appreciated. Her attentive service enhanced an already great meal. The decor is perfect. Love the artwork throughout the restaurant read more

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Came in for the tail-end of brunch with my folks while visiting. Many thank you's and appreciative shout-outs to the staff who graciously moved their prep stuff, as my Mom walked past the 'see hostess to be seated' sign and sat herself at the center-bar table of 8 (we're a party of 3) as soon as we were greeted. Really hoping it was a hunger fugue state for her. Brunch menu was coming to a close; tried the chicken torta, shrimp tacos, Baja tacos, chicken tostada, corn cup, and chips and guac with the parents. Dad's tostada was Mexican-brunch fusion, crispy and delicious. Shrimp tacos were the hit. Chicken tostada was stacked and tender. Mom wasn't a big fan of the corn cup - the Cheetos weren't as hot as she expected and the small cup made a mess while she tried to stir. My folks want to go back for the Sunday DJ and I want them to bring my niece to see how long it takes her to clock thug Ariel on the wall. read more

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I've been coming here frequently the last 3 years, in that time they have probably changed their menu prices 5+ times. I'm genuinely baffled. I went there tonight where I got another reprinted menu with the most insane prices. What was once a 3 taco platter with beans for probs $14/$15 is now a 2 taco platter for $17. Will never ever go here again. read more

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I'm reposting this cause it disappeared for some reason. The updates to all of cholita were so disappointing. I used to go there multiple times a week and got a lot of my friends to go. It used to be the perfect after work spot to meet up with your friends that wouldn't break your bank. Now it costs minimum $6.50 for ONE taco the quantity/quality has remained the same with a huge price increase. And the drinks are also more expensive. Based off of the advertising they are doing for wine tasting and the posts on their instagram it looks like they are trying to change their customer base entirely read more

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went for brunch with my cousins on sunday. the prices are amazing. you can get breakfast and mexican entrees during the block so we had a mixture of food. there's a dj playing music during. the selection was bomb but it's loud, so definitely consider if you enjoy this style of dining before you go. i joined them late but the service was great while i was there and i didn't hear any complaints from anyone. the food was brought out quickly and fresh i think all of us hope for a regular queso read more

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I have been going to Cholita since it opened and they used to have Suavecito tequila, but I don't think anymore. Real authentic Mexican food and street food. Quick and easy at the East end of the BRV strip. Good drinks and beers too. But get Suavecito back! read more

It was my second time at Cholita. The first time was over 2 years ago, and I didn't think too much of this place back then... but after visiting them again, it's now my favorite spot! Here is why. Their taco menu is unique... I almost ordered the Brussels sprouts taco but I ended up changing my mind. I had al pastor and Carne Asada Vampire. I was there for a private event and wanted something quick to munch on. Al pastor was not what I had imagined. Every "Al pastor" tacos I had before, had pineapples cooked together with the rest. But here, pineapple was just a topping. And it was a lot of them. Not sure what to think about it, I moved on to carne asada and that was SO good. So juicy and tasteful. The service was good too. I got my tacos quick and it was impressive. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Al pastor and Carne Asada Vampire - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I always have a great time here. Especially on Sundays. Want all you can eat brunch and a live DJ? This is the place to be. Spring, Summer, and early Fall, you can sit on the balcony overlooking Broad Ripple. The service is always great. The drinks are amazing, you'll definitely walk out getting your moneys worth. They've tweaked the menu a few times but I haven't had anything I didn't like. Kid friendly and depending on their taste, they may enjoy something on the menu too. read more

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I just got a parking violation for $50 for parking in Cholita's parking lot on Aug 8 when I was having lunch with a friend. Said I exceeded maximum time! We will need to find another place to park if we go there. I arrived at 10:54. Left at 12:02. I may avoid this restaurant altogether. read more

We want for Sunday brunch and it was flipping amazing! They have an all you can eat brunch where you can order anything you want off the menu for two hours. Let me just tell you we got our moneys worth. Zach was our server and you should definitely request him. He made great suggestions and we will definitely be coming back here and so should you. read more

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I'm a sucker for Mexican food and for a good apology, so a friend and I went back to Cholita after hearing from the general manager in response to my initial review. And you know what? They did not disappoint! Being fair, we sat outdoors in the same section in the heated patio, and had the pleasure of Kayla being our server once again. She was fabulous and very attentive. We also opted for the same menu items as before, and were delighted to find the beans and guacamole flavorful and the shrimp on the tacos plentiful. The pitcher of margaritas was super tasty this time around, and even came with a tall spoon to keep the drinks stirred and balanced. What a great touch! Thanks again to the GM of Cholita for reaching out and helping make our second visit such a success. It says a lot about a business when they care so much about their customers. We will certainly return!! read more

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I rarely give 5 stars but this is absolutely worth it! I went for their all you can eat Sunday brunch special and it was absolutely incredible! For $25 you get unlimited food and they have a vast array of appetizers, breakfast items, lunch options, tacos, and desserts. The alcoholic drinks were also very affordable and delicious. There is also a live Dj during brunch each Sunday, parking was easy, and the staff was amazing. I cannot wait to go back! read more

Cholita Taqueria is a fun place if you're looking to enjoy a fun atmosphere with good food on a screened in patio. The street being right by the patio makes it a bit loud at times but it is still rather comfortable out there. Our server was also very sweet. Our tacos were fine, mine were a little soggy. One thing I would recommend a thousand times over is the birria grilled cheese. This is a birria cheese that's been baked in a cast iron dish and served with little tortilla wedges. You can get some insane cheese pulls from it! Aside from that, it is also very delicious cheese, like a mozzarella but with a little more saltiness to it. I'd certainly come again, and will definitely get more birria cheese! read more

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Cholita is hands down my go-to taco place in Indy. I'm sure there are plenty more places I've yet to try, and these are by no means traditional tacos (other great places for those), but every taco on the menu is unique from the rest and packed with flavor. I would rate the worst Taco I ever had here as just 'yummy'. Service attentiveness can vary a little bit based on who you get for your table, but everyone is always friendly and I haven't had an order messed up ever. Be sure to look at the daily specials board inside the restaurant just past the bar. It isn't always mentioned. The place has kind of a lounge vibe and from time to time the music can be a bit loud to have a conversation, but I'm often enjoying the food so much I don't notice. Highly recommend for some delicious comfort food. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Vampire, Baja San Diego, Quesabirria tacos - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Went in the middle of a Thursday afternoon so service was slow but I am assuming not all of the staff had arrived for the busy hours yet. The tacos were very good and much larger than your typical street taco! Chips and salsa are not complimentary like your typical Mexican food restaurant, but the pineapple guac was very yummy. The skinny margarita was very refreshing. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I was a bit surprised to see there aren't many reviews of this taco shop. I was meeting a friend for drinks and they also wanted food so we opted to try Cholita. The location is great for people watching (although we sat inside due to the heat). I had the wildberry mule, which was fantastic. I ordered chips & salsa and a birria taco. This quickly turned to two tacos and one to go. They were great! My friend had the al pastor and brussel sprout taco. Neither one were a disappointment. Our server was great with recommendations and service in general. There are unique options and their menu (and they are labeled for GF). I can't wait to try more. read more

Enjoyed brunch at Cholita! Service was great and there was opportunity to sit inside or outside. There is an unlimited food option option for 25/person, your full table must participate (2 hour limit). The "stuffed churros" are more like donuts. Birria sliders had great flavor as did the queso. Slider pretzel buns were a bit stale. Appreciated the heads up from the waitress that the queso is thicker (think cheese pull, not dip). Champagne bottle comes with 2 juices - the juice cups are small and are refillable for a fee. The passion fruit juice was more of a syrup and delicious! Curious to try the brussels taco next time I visit! read more

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Cholita is our family go to for tacos. It has a busy, fast paced vibe. We're usually able to sit right down without a reservation around 6 on a Fri or Sat, but it does seem to start filling up as it gets closer to 7. Staff is always welcoming and have been very kid friendly. The interior is a little small , but they have a very nice outside covered patio overlooking Broad Ripple avenue. They don't have a kids menu, but can make a cheese quesadilla that my kids love. My husband and I love the Cholita Margarita and it always comes out quickly. The food comes out quickly. We've been dining here for over 5 years, once La Mulita closed. We order our tacos with the side piece that includes delicious beans. The menu has some constants, like the shrimp taco and el pastor, which are consistently well done. There are usually new flavorful ones to try, which is fun. Though recently they have moved to more fried, crispy, melty cheese options which seem a bit heavier and greasy to me. You can ask for a soft corn shell instead of fried, which I like better. Over the last year or so they really increased the amount of meat they put in each taco which negatively affects the balance of flavors and mouthfeel. So we always eat some meat from it with a fork and then eat the taco, which makes them better. We do love this place, but recently they have fewer options, decreased the side piece from 3 tacos to 2, and got rid of our favorite, the Barbe'Q. Our waiter said it was due to the cost of brisket. I'm hoping they aren't struggling and are here to stay. It seems if they put a little less meat in the tacos they could make more delicious tacos for the cost. read more

I don't venture to broad ripple much and decided to stop at Cholita. I enjoyed it last time and I enjoyed it just the same this time. I got there early, around 2pm, so it was not busy. I sat at the bar and ordered their house margarita and one grilled shrimp adobo taco. That taco was amazing, messy but so many incredible flavors going on. If you go you have to try it but it may not be the best option if you're on a date....like I said it's gets messy quick. The service was slow....it took awhile before they gave me a menu and just as long to get my order but I wasn't in a rush. They have indoor seating and a cover patio section. You actually need to walk to the back to get to the entrance. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Cholita margarita - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Cholita is one of our fav places! The tacos are insanely good, my favorite is La Gringa and the Baja San Diego. We also love the queso fundido for an appetizer, the chips are like little tortillas. Also, they have Coke products, which is huge for a Diet Coke addict like me. The atmosphere is always fun, I highly recommend sitting on the patio when it's nice out! read more

Cholita Taqueria - Taco Cholita Taqueria Salad - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Came here with a friend for dinner and we were both extremely satisfied. The minute we walked in I couldn't help but take in all the cool artwork on the walls and lighting. The host was very friendly and quickly seated us at a table. Our server was quick as well and provided great input on our choices while we scanned the menu. I settled on the chicken enchiladas and the birria taco which were both excellent. We ordered a plate of churros for dessert as well and those were equally good! Overall, great service, food, and prices. Will definitely be back to try more items off of the menu!! read more

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Great taco place with great margaritas. I ordered a couple of margaritas, tacos al pastor, and chips and salsa. The margaritas were great. They have good spice margaritas and sweet margaritas. The chips were nice and crisp and the salsa was REALLY good and really fresh. Finally the tacos were great. The service was really quick and the bar tenders were friendly. The inside is small and cozy. Lots of TV's to watch sports. It was a great place to watch and IndyCar race. They have a semi-outdoor screened-in area, too. Definitely a must try restaurant in Broadripple. read more

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Still love this place, it's one of my favorites and doesn't disappoint the service has always been stellar and the brunch has such great options. The all you can eat is awesome but you can't go wrong with an app and and main course. Decided to split my favorite queso fundito which is very tasty, I like to add mushrooms and then I got the pork belly tostada which was tender, juicy and had a great salsa on it as well. The Bloody Mary is one of my favorites, I order it spicy you can make it a Maria if you want. The snacks that come with it are always fresh. I also had a tasty house margarita with a spicy smoky rim. I'll need to come back for dinner one time soon to expand my horizons but I all around enjoy this place! read more

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Food was ok . Not sure if I go back , the guac and fajita was too small for the price . I only had few pieces of steak on there , mostly was onion and peppers read more

Cholita Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

While the atmosphere is a whole vibe, food is amazing, the service from the servers on the patio is trash! Check your bill twice!!! I had to request ice water 5x's. On an 86* sunny day. Had to request a to--go container 3x's, and it finally arrived WITHOUT a bag for multiple containers!!! The servers on the porch on this taco Tuesday seemed confused, disorganized and totally incompetent while bragging on a server being sent home so she was getting ALL THE MONEY! A party of 25 mind you! Please be advised! Period! read more

Cholita Taqueria - The competant menu - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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The ambiance is really cool, chill and a good place to have drinks. Service was a bit slow, but they were busy and it's a Saturday. Reason why I gave 3 stars is the food...why do you have to do so much to the tacos?? I thought I ordered an asada taco and this thing was drenched in oil and some other things... but meat was okay read more

Cholita Taqueria - Asada vampire taco - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Great service! Very friendly and welcoming. Food was amazing. I had the steak fajitas. The ambience is nice and cozy.

The tacos were better than I remembered from last time I went. But for transparency, I'm a big fan of authentic street-style tacos, so the Americanized ones don't usually do it for me. The guacamole and chips were just okay - kind of a letdown since finding a good sturdy chip at a Mexican restaurant shouldn't be hard. They've got some specials on different days and do events like trivia and DJ nights, which can make it feel pretty lively. It can also get really busy, with long waits depending on the time you go. Service was good though. I tried their mockarita this time and actually loved it. If you're after a non-alcoholic margarita, this one's pretty tasty. Also, the covered outdoor seating on the patio right along Broad Ripple Ave is nice. read more

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The shrimp taco was ok but the queso appetizer was out of the world. The server was kind and not too crowded.

If my Mexican grandparents were still alive, they would throw la chancla at me if they heard I paid $5 for a single taco. But I visited Cholita Taqueria anyway because I was in the mood for only one taco. Just one! I just needed a little something to tide me over before an appointment that I had in Broad Ripple. So I got one taco and a glass of wine, and it was a nice little snack. The taco that I got was the chile relleno taco, which isn't listed on their online menu but was on their paper menu. It's a taco with a roasted poblano pepper, stuffed with cheese and vegetables, with red salsa, crema and cilantro. I savored every bite of the chile relleno taco! It was soft and juicy and savory, with just the right amount of salsa and crema. I enjoyed eating it while sipping my wine, although I don't know that I'd recommend getting wine at Cholita Taqueria: they have wine here, but they have an even better selection of margaritas, tequila, and other drinks that pair way better with tacos. I'm just stubborn and really wanted wine, and fortunately, Cholita had some. I ate my mini meal in the bar area, but they have booth seating and some outdoor seating that is covered during the winter. read more

Cholita is a vibe! The drinks don't miss, the food is great, and is a fantastic spot in BR to go anytime. I was just there yesterday and was surprised I hadn't given them a review yet- it's a quick recommendation for anyone visiting or a night out. Their best offering hands down is the brunch on the weekends. I've probably done it 5 times now and plan to nap after because you will be FED. Their hidden gem is their events though, I've done 3 different ones, and they know how to host an experience! Hoping to be back there for NYE this year because we had to miss last! read more

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Another wonderful experience - on 1/8/23, friends and family gathered to celebrate some birthdays. As often as I have been to Cholita's, I have never tried a Sunday Brunch. Sunday is just as great as the Saturday Brunch; only you have a Dj. The service was excellent, as always. I noticed they've changed the amount of stuff you can order during brunch days. Usually, I could quickly get two items at a time. I enjoy that option as this is a small plate brunch. It was a bit too much, having to eat a taco with five other people at the table, to wait to order something else. Nothing major; I want others to know what to expect. The menu had changed since my last visit. I learned it changes every few months. This time there was a torta option. I did not get a chance to order one. However, looking at the one someone in our party ordered, I am glad I did not. Sadly, the bread is really thick, and the friend decided not to eat the overcooked chicken. The bottle of champagne and/or pitcher of margaritas is an affordable option to take if you plan on having more than one. Stop by and enjoy a Saturday or Sunday Brunch. read more

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My family and friends love Cholita. We come often for the unlimited brunch. The menu selection is full of delicious options. The staff is always helpful and they're full of personality! During Sunday brunch, there is always an amazing DJ providing the vibes. I would recommend this establishment to anyone looking to have good food and a good time! read more

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We stopped by on a Thursday night. Atmosphere was cozy and tavern like- great relaxing vibe but probably much busier on weekends. They have a full bar with a nice tequila list. We got the queso fundido w mushrooms as an app and it was very good. Then we got 3 taxi's each- all were good. I had the al pastor, the quesobiria and the cauliflower. The quesobiria was the star- perfectly savory and melty w a crisp shell. The cauliflower was well roasted w pickled veggies and was very nice. The Al pastor was a bit weaker- good flavor but a bit dry. Our server really helpful with recs and super nice! If you're in the Broad Ripple area it's definitely worth a stop. read more

Soild tacos for sure. Located right in the prime area of Broadripple this place is certainly a great addition to the block. They have some very creative tacos to choose some even a few for vegetarians. The pricing is decent and they have some fantastic bartenders. There is plenty of seating however if you don't get there at a decent time you may have to wait. I arrived around 6:30 and was fine but I saw as I was leaving around 8 there was a bit of a wait. read more

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The weekend brunch is my favorite! I also liked singo but they don't have anymore. For $25 you get all you can eat off the brunch menue. I really enjoyed everything. My favorite is the queso fundido dip that comes in a cast iron skillet! My least favorite were the beef sliders. Not very good quality meat. The Baja San Diego crispy cod tacos were pretty good. The Charred Brussels Sprouts tacos were surprisingly good. The Churro Donuts are delicious! read more

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I am a few family members met up here this past Sunday for brunch. I'd been wanting to visit because they have a DJ there during brunch and I thought it would be a vibe. It was, but only due to the people that I was there with! Our served told us that it was the slowest Sunday brunch she'd experienced since she started working there. Maybe it was due to the rain, the construction in the area or the fact that Thanksgiving had just passed, but it was pretty empty and little dead. They offer an unlimited brunch for $25 where you can order any and all of the brunch offerings (one at a time) for one price, but everyone at the table has to do it. After looking at the menu and realizing that the two things I definitely wanted to order would have me at $17, I decided to go unlimited so that I could try out a few more options as well. The food came out FAST and our server would ask each time if we wanted to put in an order for something else. We could barely keep up. I enjoyed the queso fundido with chorizo, but it did solidify pretty quickly being that I was eating it alone. I also tried the Adobo Chicken tacos ( I would rate it a 2/5 for lack of flavor) and the Al Pastor tacos (also a 2/5 for the meat being a little tough and flavorless). I enjoyed the churro donut, but it was really sweet, so I only had a couple bites. There were also lots of drink specials for pitchers of margaritas, bottles of champagne with juice for mimosas and an array of other things. I would go again just to give it another shot. The margaritas were good and had the atmosphere been a little livelier, we probably would've had a great time! read more

Came for the $5 Margs during construction, but will definitely be back for the tacos! The margarita was great and the fish taco and birria taco were both phenomenal as well. My sister got the corn torta and it was very good as well. The service was good and very cool decor inside. Would be a fun place for a girls night out. read more

Cholita Taqueria - Shortrib Quesabirria and Baja San Diego - Mexican Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana