I visited Taco Way for the first time recently on a Tuesday to check it out. They have two kiosks…read moreat the counter that you order from. The 30% off code - LOVETACOS - is good on the entire menu on Taco Tuesdays. The deal & code are advertised on a window poster you'll notice as you walk up in addition to another poster advertising a great lunch deal available. I ordered the Shrimp Tacos (corn tortillas, lettuce, breaded fried shrimp, chipotle mayo, and cilantro) minus pico & they were great. The shrimp were freshly fried and steaming hot. I had to wait a bit because a large catering order was being finished as I arrived. The manager offered me a free Jarritos and apologized profusely for my wait. I took it as a good sign that their tacos are that popular plus it gave me time to enjoy the gorgeous murals by ARTBYJAE. I visited the Baymeadows location (open until 3am Fri/Sat & 1am Sun-Th) & they now have a second location on Parental Home Rd (open until 1am Fri/Sat & 11pm Sun-Th).

First time here and wanted some tacos. The neon lights on the front of the business are blinding…read moreand a bit much. We walked in and you immediately see the two kiosks to order. The floors were sticky and our shoes stuck to the floor. The women's restroom was out of order. The kiosks seem like a good idea but nobody there to ask questions or to get your drinks. If you can catch one of the two people working as they bring out orders you are lucky. The menus on the kiosks are pretty informative though and tell the ingredients for each item. Kiosk automatically adds 20% tip unless you change it. Considering you don't have any interaction with employees until they bring out your order other tipping options might apply. They cook to order which is nice except you don't get your drinks or your appetizers until it's your turn. There is a comment section to type no tomatoes or special instructions. Mine still came out with tomatoes but they promptly remade it for me. The food is pretty good. No complaints there other than having to remake one of my tacos. The chips and queso was pretty good. Chips were dusted with spices and served hot. We tried 6 different tacos and they were all very good. The tortillas were toasted on the grill which makes a big difference. You can get flour or corn tortillas. The chicken and steak were marinated before grilling and were big cubes and plentiful. The menu has a pretty big variety including a kids menu with chicken and fries. The last comment is their fountain machine for drinks. The coke tasted off. They may need to recalibrate it. Drinks are served in small clear throw away cups and the lids don't fit very well. Refills are hard to get. You have to wait for someone to come out of the back. If these small complaints don't bother you the food is very good.

Wow, El Castillo has been here for 8 years, and a friend mentioned them tonight, so I thought I'd…read moregive it a go. WOW!!! Sensation meal, so full of flavor, salsa, salad, beans, & asada.... Sweet staff! Probably the best Mex I've had in Jax... thanks

The tacos were DELICIOUS. I had a beef taco and a chicken taco, both American style, and the meat…read morewas perfectly juicy. They might have been the best tacos around! The rice was very dry, but squeezing some hot sauce on top helped make it edible. My daughter ordered a chicken quesadilla, but she didn't like the cheese, so it went mostly uneaten. The service, like the chips and salsa, was average at best. I should probably give El Castillo 3 stars instead of 4, but that's how good the tacos were.

We were in Jacksonville today and stumbled onto a local spot that seriously impressed us. I ordered…read morethe chicken burrito with a strawberry lemonade and both were outstanding. Fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you try somewhere new. The customer service was top notch. You walk in, order on their super easy kiosks, grab a seat, and the food comes out fast even during the lunch rush. Everything felt organized and welcoming, not rushed. Definitely a place we'd go back to next time we're in the area.

Tried a few different tacos plus the guacamole and chips here on a Friday night. The tacos were…read morepretty middling- the tortillas seemed like they might have been fresh made, but they had mostly disintegrated by the time they arrived at the table, leaving me to spoon up the contents. The mahi taco was probably the best, along with the steak al pastor, but everything was oversauced (which didn't help the tortillas survive). The guacamole, however, was excellent. Service was friendly but not especially quick, though it was a Friday. The ambiance is generic Town Center. Might give it another try, but not in a rush.

Cute little spot in downtown with overall pretty good tacos. We got the steak, ground beef and…read moreshrimp tacos and the shrimp tacos were by far the best. This places definitely didn't short you on the meats lol definitely will be back!

We dropped in on a Saturday afternoon after checking out some of the nearby bars. This is one of…read morethose "self serve" locations. You stand in line, order your food and they bring it to you. I ordered two fish tacos along with a $3 miller draft. Tacos are alright. Portion could have been better but it tasted decent. There's a decent amount of seating inside, along with the back patio that connects to the arcade next door.

Awesome food, place, service, environment and price. Thank…read moreyou for feeding us this well.

This place just gets it right. From the moment you walk in, you feel genuinely welcomed -- the…read moreatmosphere is cute, warm, and homey in a way that's hard to fake. It just works. We went for dinner on a busy night, and the service was attentive throughout -- impressive given how packed it was. The tacos were delicious, and the whole experience reminded you why a neighborhood spot can become a true local favorite. I pass by regularly on my way to the gym and always notice a full parking lot -- now I completely understand why. The energy is vibrant, the food is genuinely tasty, and it leaves you wanting to come back. A easy yes for Jacksonville Beach dining.

More than great Mexican food and beer, Tepeyolot Cerveceria is a vibe. This is a hidden gem that…read morefeatures some of Jacksonville's greatest food and beer. Add to that, one of the greatest Happy Hours, and places to watch a game or play pinball, foosball, or shuffle board. It's just a blast. The crew is always great and the interior is casual and fun. I've never had anything that wasn't delicious here. Most recently, I tried the Gringo Quesadilla and got it to the highest level of spicy that I could. It hit hard. It was delicious, but when they tell here that something is very spicy, believe them. I can't wait to go back and if you haven't tried this gem, I highly suggest you do.

It was the grossest Mexican food I have ever had. I will say if we didn't pay almost $100 for this…read morefood I probably would've be here complaining but when paying more expensive prices for Mexican food I will share and speak my peace! First off we ordered steak burritos- paid extra... the meat was literally STEW meat- not steak! It was so disgusting. Secondly, the ground beef tacos tasted good until you realized how crusty the meat was- as if it had been sitting ALL DAY in a bin! And lastly the nachos were exactly the same crusty old chicken meat!! We ordered pretty much every meat there and all was DISGUSTING and we had to throw out because meat sitting around all day can't be healthy! My recommendation is to NOT come here for the food!

I can't believe I haven't eaten here sooner since I've been in this area for 10 years now. First of…read moreall, this is a place that you SHOULD come in a dine if it's your first time. The atmosphere is definitely part of the whole experience. Right when you walk in, you can smell the fantastic aromas of authentic Mexican food being prepared all day long because you have to know that the food served here is not something that takes five minutes to prepare. Oh yea...I knew this was going to be a great meal and I was going to be rolling out of there stuffed. I pretty much wanted to order everything. The food is fantastic. Like so many other Yelpers, I had to have the birria taco special. It was on the Special's board and I'm always curious about what any restaurant is offering on that particular day if it's recommended in writing. Guess what? I was not disappointed. It really had so much flavor and I would order that one again next time. And don't you skip their elote. It's also legit! Who doesn't love corn on the cob on a stick covered with yummy sauce and Mexican cheese? NOTE: Birria \ bir-ē-ä \is a Mexican dish from the state of Jalisco. The dish is a meat stew or soup traditionally made from goat meat, but occasionally made from beef, lamb, mutton or chicken. The meat is marinated in an adobo made of vinegar, dried chiles, garlic, and herbs and spices before being cooked in a broth. [Wikipedia] I took photos of the menu and my boyfriend and I chowed down on a few other tacos and offerings and everything was delicious. Make sure to get the horchata because it's always nice to have a sweet Mexican horchata with a savory, flavorful meal from La Perla. Buy the other desserts to-go!

I came for the tamales! Spoiler: no tamales. Apparently they lost their tamale chef and haven't had…read morethem in a while. So I ordered three tacos instead. My tacos were just okay. Not very flavorful, a little dry. Lacked the authenticity I was expecting based on some other reviews. Maybe I came on an off day... but overall, nothing really special about my experience here.

I don't usually like writing negative reviews, but I had higher expectations for this place and…read moreleft disappointed. The menu seemed promising, but the appetizers weren't very appealing. I ordered the Wet California burrito with steak, and it was mostly rice and beans with very little steak. The "wet" was just queso poured over the top and onto the plate. Some bites tasted decent, others were inconsistent. The steak that was there was okay. The margarita was also a letdown -- more sour than expected and likely house tequila, with very little ice. Chips were unsalted (which I didn't mind), and the salsa had a bit of a pinch to it. Unfortunately, I woke up the next morning with a bad stomach ache and didn't feel great while eating the food. I probably should have said something to management at the time. Our waitress was friendly, but couldn't really elaborate when we asked about the menu. Overall, I'm paying for great food and service -- not just "okay." I don't see myself returning.

On our way back to the hotel from the Mayo Clinic it was getting late and we needed something for…read moredinner. Taco Libre was just 1.5 miles from the hospital so we gave it a shot, and happy we did. Tasty free salsa and warm chips placed on the table. Delicious tacos filled up - they don't skimp on the ingredients. Large cups of Diet Coke - hey, gotta watch my figure! Tacos came in an order of three and I was able to have three different types. Perfect meal for what we were craving. Service was friendly and on-point. Food came out quickly. Terrific Lucha Libre wrestling theme with murals, paintings, and masks adorning the walls. Very colorful and fun decor. Clean bathroom. A few TV's showing soccer games. Outside seating area in front. Taco Tuesday specials. Plenty of food options and drinks on the menu.

My partner and I live by the spot so we go here semi consistently. They have great drinks and…read moreoverall their food is really good. My biggest complaint, is that for being a taco centric spot and having about 15 different tacos, zero of these are vegetarian options. Even things that are called the potato taco for instance have chorizo in them, and the shrooms taco has meat in it as well. I just think it's a really big mess on their part and I think that they should reconsider adding a couple of vegetarian options to their menu. I'm sure if you ask, they will modify. But that's not the point. Sincerely, someone who is tired of getting just a quesadilla at a Mexican restaurant that has so many different options .

4 Pretty empty, but…read moreable to be seated with a party of 8 quickly. Started with an assortment of drinks, including beer and margaritas. Good flavor. Kicked off with queso (a bit runny) and corn (very good). Meals included: Tacos and rice (surf and turf and pork- both good) Beef tacos- basic but good Fish tacos- good Enchilada Trio- heavy on the sauce but good Chicken enchiladas Chicken salad Cali Burrito with chicken Food had good flavor, served hot, and quick. Waited a bit long to get our check, but gave us time to catch up. Will be back.

The food here was so tasty! First time in. Couldn't go wrong with anything on the menu. We also got…read moremargaritas and they were delicious! The presentation is beautiful and appealing to eat! Only downside is there is no TV to watch a game but we played on our phone. The seating area is small inside, outside has lots of tables. Also, if you order water, it's going to be in a bottle. Service was great and fast. Decor inside is so cute, even the bathrooms. The music is a vibe. The food is too delicious to complain! Update: We came back! Food was delicious and the service was just as awesome as the first time! It seems like the menu on yelp needs to be updated. They have many more food options than what is listed. They even have a brunch menu with discounted drinks.

Okay so for what it is it's reallllly good, I just went here thinking it was authentic Mexican and…read moreit's not. Still has greatttt food. Amazing drinks! Margarita especial was delicious. The mimosa came in a cool glass. The steak nachos were veryyyyy delish. Tacos good and filling. The rajas was too hot if you're sensitive to that.