God I love this place. I want to gatekeep it SO badly so it's never too busy for me to dine in, but…read moreI also want them to make a million dollars and stay open forever, so here we are. The tortillas are made from fresh masa pressed to order, which is amazing by itself, but on top of that, every taco I've had is nothing short of delightful. Every time I visit, my order has been increasing by one taco because I can't get enough. They are so kind and friendly, they remember my order and preferred toppings (or lackthereof, met with zero judgement!!), and the atmosphere is super comfortable. It is semi-loud, which I personally have no problem with, but I have seen stuffy older people come in and be turned off (bye, more tacos for me!). When I die, please bury me in a mound of Tacos Los Gordos carnitas!!!! TLG, you will see me weekly as long as I live in New Haven.

I have never seen three people work harder than in this kitchen on Cinco de Mayo. Thankfully, I put…read morein my order about 10 minutes after they reopened at 5 PM. Minutes later, chaos ensued, and there was a line of about 20 people that never went away. They make the tortillas from scratch, I watched a woman in the kitchen, piecing off the dough and then flattening them in a press, and then putting them on the grill, over and over and over again. By the way, their tortilla chips are made of this same homemade goodness. I can see why there was a line out the door until I finished my meal. The tacos I ordered were perfectly seasoned, very tender, and incredibly juicy. I don't think I've ever had tacos like that before. Even if there is a line, I would highly recommend stopping in for these delicious morsels.

The ONLY authentic Mexican in New Haven you should be going to. the food is as good as it gets and…read morethe service and drinks are top notch. every time you visit, from regulars to first timers they treat you like family.

Had a good meal at Mezcal and enjoyed being able to sit outside. The vibe was very relaxed and…read moreservers were extremely courteous. Food was of very very generous portions and tasty! Drinks were similarly good portions but not super strong. Prices were a little too high in my opinion but overall we had a good experience.

Was great food and friendly people to order from would recommend this place for food and price was…read morefair

Awww! This place is family owned, clean, friendly and delicious…read more I want them to fill up with business. Yet I loved having the place to ourselves. Owner walks around and customer service is top tier. Hidden gem in a small strip plaza.

This place was AMAZING! Decoration was great, service was making fast and friendly staff and the…read morefood was to die for!! we tried margaritas, seasonal drinks, empanadas, tacos and the quesabirria. Everything was a 10/10! If you're in the area you HAVE to check this place out

1/2 -- 4.5/5 We…read morestopped at Vivaz in Downtown New Haven for my brother's 40th birthday -- small group of five of us. It was close to 11 PM on a Wednesday, and after trying multiple spots that claimed their kitchens were open until midnight (Google lied ), VivaZ came through. We were greeted right away and seated quickly. Our server was patient, knowledgeable, and very considerate of food preferences at the table -- huge plus there, especially that late at night. Food I ordered the chicken empanadas -- they were big, filled with chicken and cheese, tasty but a little too oily for my preference. I'd love a drier, crispier shell, but I'd still try them again. My brother ordered the shrimp nachos and those were excellent -- loaded, flavorful, and honestly better than the empanadas in my opinion. My cousin got the same nachos and loved them too. A friend ordered the short rib empanadillas and didn't enjoy them. He sent them back and swapped for chicken, which he liked much more. Appreciate that the staff had no issue making the change. Drinks I had an Ilegal Mezcal shot -- my go-to when I'm at a Mexican spot -- and it hit like it always does. My brother's strawberry margarita was also a winner. Overall Friendly service, good food, great energy even late on a weekday. The fact that they were open and accommodating when nothing else was is major. Would we return? Absolutely. Rating: 4.5/5

Everything from service to to being appreciated by everyone that works for your establishment I…read morealways feel important when I go in there.

Love the vibe at Camacho! I came for happy hour so I didn't get to try their full menu, but what I…read moredid have was enough for me to want to come back again! I started off with the cucumber and guava margs. The cucumber was super refreshing and perfect for summer! The bartender also recommended the guava which was a bit sweeter than the cucumber but still good! I also tried the curly fries which were topped with lots of good things. Their menu looked pretty good too so I'm looking forward to returning and trying some of the entrees.

AMAZING FOOD!! Best burrito ever loved it soooo much I love the food sooo much I love the chicken…read moreburrito

Came in for Sunday lunch after a long time not having visited. Last time I visited was when their…read moretacos were still $2.50 each! However, food was still good, particularly the Al Pastor tacos and green tamales! I just wish they automatically gave condiments for the tacos instead of having to request limes and hot sauce/ salsa. This is a simple, no fuss restaurant. Food is good, staff is friendly. Their tres leches was not fluffy and soaked to a sickly sweet level- and that's coming from a sweet tooth! Additionally- the lighting was a bit strange. Despite going at 12:30ish, the restaurant was dim with most tables being lit with red lightbulbs which was very off-putting. Hopefully this can be taken in consideration in any future changes!

So many food trucks, how do you choose?…read more I went to Yelp of course and Ixtapa came up as the most visited/reviewed truck. Ixtapa it is! One Birria plate and a cheese quesadilla please! Of course Birria is messy and eating it in the car can be a challenge but we are up for the challenge! Over the last year, we have been on a birria kick. So I can share, this birria was good but I have had better. Their quesadilla was the winner for me! Super soft, loaded with cheese and flavorful. Maybe it's 2 kids of cheese inside? I would visit again.

The food was horrible. I ordered birria tacos, and they barely had any meat. The meat was only…read morearound the edges of the tacos, giving the illusion that they were filled, but the inside was mostly empty. I also ordered a jamaica drink, and it was served warm. Overall, the food was bland and disappointing. It's a terrible place to spend your money, especially when you're craving good Mexican food.

Amazing staff and food!! Ambiance is top tier; the drinks are incredible, and the fact that they…read morehave a DJ on Fridays and Saturdays is awesome.

A Spectacular Night at Geronimo's Scorpion Table!…read more Our group of 10 booked a dinner at Geronimo for a wedding weekend in New Haven (some locals, some from Boston and some from Austin), and we could not have picked a better spot. As a New Haven native myself, I'll admit I wasn't expecting to be this blown away -- what a fantastic surprise to find this gem in my hometown! We got seated at the scorpion table -- two real scorpions under the glass tabletop. While we had our eyes on scorpion #1, scorpion #2 was never to be found. I was mildly concerned that he found his way out of the table. Manager Nicole and our server Sharree made the night. Both were outgoing, warm, and clearly knew the menu inside and out -- their recommendations were spot on for a big group that wanted to share everything. We started with the tableside guacamole (made fresh right in front of us -- great touch), moved on to nachos that lived up to the hype, and then enjoyed the "mix and match" taco party along with a few quesadillas on the side. Everything came out fast, hot, and perfectly timed for a table of 10, which is no small feat. The drinks deserve their own paragraph -- the tequila selection is genuinely impressive, and every drink we ordered was as good as the last. Whoever's behind that bar program knows what they're doing. If you're in New Haven for any reason -- a wedding, a visit home, or just passing through -- do yourself a favor and get a table at Geronimo. Ask for the scorpion table, order the guac, and let Nicole or Sharree take it from there. We'll be back next time we're in town!

The tacos were great and tasted authentic. The only thing I wish they changed was to give me more…read morelimes. They were cut in such small wedges that it wasn't enough for the four tacos.

Good tacos!!! I will come back to try other food. No dine-in option as this us a to-go restaurant.read more

Popped in for a few beverages before dinner, service and drinks were spot on!…read more Saw so much amazing food walking by us, if we didn't have reservations we would have dined. Will be back for sure.

I've been to Te Amo Tequila Bar & Taco more than 10 times, and I still love it every single visit…read more I've come for happy hour, brunch, and dinner and I honestly have zero complaints. It's always a vibe. Most recently, I stopped by with a coworker for drinks and to catch up. Around 9ish, a DJ came in and started playing fun music, which took the energy up another level. It turned into the perfect mix of relaxed and lively. And let's talk about the drinks their spicy guava margarita is still my absolute favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and refreshing. If you're looking for good food, great drinks, and a fun atmosphere that never disappoints, this is the spot. I'll definitely keep coming back.