I grew up in the Southwest and love real Mexican cuisine. This simple little restaurant did not disappoint! I told them I needed something vegetarian and left the selection open. They didn't let me down. So very delicious! My husband ordered a beef burrito and actually made a comment that it might be the best he's had in years! I forgot to take a photo but trust me, it was great. Well worth the visit! Don't let the location fool you. We'll return. read more

I think the air condition was out on the day that I went into the restaurant, but that didn't stop them from cooking their best tacos ever. I always get the same thing three Carne Asada tacos and a pupusa on the side with the cabbage. The staff is always very pleasant and knowledgeable about the menu. The restaurant has tables and chairs, and they do table service. read more

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Salsa dish was dirty with white sludge, so it was never washed before reuse. Water dripping from ceiling in food. To top it off there was a hair in the food and they said it was mine and it was long black when my hair is short and blonde. Yikes save yourself the trip. 0 stars but giving 2 so they can't remove it which happens all the time. Hence why they have good reviews. Owners kids are very rude, needs to teach them kids some manners. read more

food and service are always the best!! ive been coming here since before they had their full restaurant space, and quality has always been amazing! will absolutely come here every time i'm in hopewell and will continue to recommend to everyone i know lol read more

El Gordo - 3 2. Tacos (3) & papusa - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

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This was a DoorDash pick up order. Upon arrival the place looked clean and not too packed because it was 11am. I went up to the counter and I was greeted by the cashier/server. She grabbed my order and asked me to approve the order on my phone before leaving. As I got to my car the bag I was given did not feel like $30 worth of food (6 tacos de carne asada and a torta w/ fries) Instead I was given 2 tacos and the carne asada torta with fries. Went back inside a little frustrated because I had ordered this in advance so I wouldn't have to waste time waiting for my food. Anyway I get my remaining 4 tacos, no apology or anything for the inconvenience. The tacos were ok, I've had better. Definitely stingy with the meat. Very disappointed in the old crusty radish slices I was given. The torta was soggy and no flavor same goes for the fries. First and last time. read more

El Gordo - Tacos de carne asada with old radish slices - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

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Hole in the wall you'd probably miss driving by, inside they have a store and a restaurant. The fajitas and pupusas were bannnnginnnn. The guy making the food was super friendly. Been here several times and would recommend it to anyone driving through town. Not too pricey and great portions read more

El Gordo - Chicken Pupusa, chicken fajitas, corn tortillas (4, that's one more than other places). Great food and a lot of cool stuff in the store. - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

It was a dark and rainy night and I found myself looking for dinner in downtown Hopewell. Visiting for Tab Beonit concert. Um! There is next to no place to eat within walking distance of venue. Luckily El Gordo was listed on Yelp. Two guys drinking beer in a place equipped to take on a crowd. I had to wait some time before someone showed up from the back. I ordered and the food came quickly and it was DELICIOUS. I would return without hesitation. It was a dark and rainy read more

Food was awesome! The horchata was out of this world. Definitely will be coming back when in the area!

Coming from California, it's hard to find an amazing Mexican restaurant. this spot hit my craving for authentic Mexican food. I ordered the sopes. All the meat choices were delicious I've tried the pork, chicken and steak. The menu is mostly in Spanish, but the owners son is happy to help you understand what each item is. There is also a market next door where you can buy all of your favorite Mexican groceries. Also, treat yourself to a horchata! My husband calls it Christmas in a cup. read more

Great tacos, burritos,and empanadas. Mostly Spanish speaking but don't be afraid, they have pics and you can choose your meat, if applicable. This is the lunch spot for the local Latino community so you know it's legit. Quick service, so if you are on break from the hospital or a nearby business, call in and just pick up. Solid. read more

Tacos are great! I've been meaning to visit this place and I regret not going here sooner. I would definitely go back here again and will try another dishes they have. Well priced tacos too for that much sides of roasted veggies and sauce. Please make sure to try them ASAP! read more

El Gordo - 3 tacos, carne asada, al pastor, lengua. - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

Al menos te ubieras disculpado pero ni un sorry Eso fue muy desagradable. Deberían fumigar an tes de servir comida o por lo menos me ubieras rregalado la soda si encontre una cucaracha viva en mistacos.tal ves abia más en la carne lo sorprendente es que no dijieron nada. No vuelvo read more

The taco shop in this market is called Taqueria El Gordo because the owner is known as El Gordo, the fat one. He lives up to the nickname and uses his girth as a selling point as to how good his wife's food is. On that point he isn't wrong. So far I've had gorditas and multiple huaraches here. The fact that the variety on offer goes beyond the standard pupusas and tacos of all the other Salvadoran places in Central Virginia is your first good sign. Everything is made fresh and to order (you can watch his wife cook your meal up for you). If you want a drink or some snacks to go with your meal, they have all of that in the market as well as shampoo, phone chargers, etc. They are called La Bodega after all. This is by far the best shop/restaurant combo in Hopewell. After I went here once I'm consistently making up reasons to go to Hopewell to grab food here. read more

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Very good authentic food, highly recommend! We were pleasantly surprised, the inside is spacious and clean as well. Service was good and quick, and the menu is quite extensive, will be one of our go-to place for Mexican food read more

This place has great food. I recommend the harrache it is soooooo good. Its addictive. The gorditos are great too. The tacos also great. We do inside and also buy snacks and soda as well. The owner is a very nice man. Love this place. read more

Just Had these delicious tacos again.. Oh how I missed the taste of you guys Food is still amazing.. Can't wait to eat here again soon..

Best AUTHENTIC Mexican food I've had in Va! Highly recommend! Decent selection of food. read more

El Gordo - Tacos & Gordita - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

This place tastes like every missions trip I've ever been on. This is NOT "Mexican restaurant" food- it's way more authentic and way more delicious. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Grab a Mexican coke out of the fridge to enjoy with your meal and thank me later. read more

Friendly, quality, and authentic. It's a good atmosphere as well. Glad we stumbled upon this place!

We walked in around 7:35, not knowing that the kitchen closed at 7:30 - the people were very gracious, and took our orders anyway, and we were expecting them to package it to go. Lo and behold, they served is in the dining room, and the food was terrific ! Great tasting Burrito, and tacos - both the green and red sauces were excellent too ! We will be back. They were happy to serve us even after their normal hours and made sure we had a meal and an experience we would enjoy. Kudos ! read more

Food tasted authentic. However chicken and steak on the tacos were a little dry IMO. Very tasty though. The food also has a good selection of Hispanic foods that you cannot find in most markets. read more

El Gordo - Fish, chicken and beef tacos! - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

First time visiting. Coming from FL I have not had much Mexican food since leaving my hometown in NM. We had Tacos al pastor and tortas de jamón; this place did not disappoint!! Environment is clean and calm. This place also has a market where you can find authentic Mexican products. read more

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Really glad I decided to check this place out! The tacos were delicious and they have great customer service. The red salsa was no joke, but I couldn't stop pouring it on my carne asada. I will definitely be back. read more

El Gordo - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

AMAZING AUTHENTIC FOOD. Prices were great, food was fantastic. Customer service was great and the shop had cool little Knick knacks. read more

Me and my wife ordered the tacos al pastor and the carne asada torta. The food was fresh and amazing. The food was very authentic and flavorful Definetely will be a repeat customer, if you haven't tried this place your missing out. read more

El Gordo - Carne asada torta - Tacos Near Me - Hopewell, Virginia

Excellent food and service!!! Loved the tacos and looking forward to so much more. It also has a store with great treats and candies. Me facinaron los tacos y la salsa verde - riqisima. Mas de eso el servicio super amable! Gracias. read more

I ordered the steak tacos. They have to be the worst I have ever had. All I could taste was oil/grease. No seasoning. Could not even taste the salsa or cilantro or the taco itself. This was my first visit. I wouldn't recommend based off this experience. The positive thing is their prices not bad. This is why I gave them a 2 star and not 1. read more

This spot was very good! I loved the al pastor tacos and the pupusa. They also have some good sodas such as Fresca

Yearning for the taste of So. Cal-TJ border taco shop fare, this place caught my eye with its "hole-in-the-wall", authentic taqueria appearance. I ordered the beef tacos and chicken and beef gorditas for my roomie and me and we unanimously (all two of us) agreed that everything was SO deeleeshoos!! It was fresh and tasted just like taco shops/homemade back home. It has a few tables for dining in, however you're not going to get the chain restaurant chips and salsa while you wait because it's a taqueria. The menu is small but what's on there is tasty (what I've tasted). It also has Mexican foodstuffs you'd find in, well, a bodega. Eat here. Call ahead to make sure they're open; I think they are family-owned and may sometimes alter their schedule. SO good! read more

It was not what everyone made it out to be. Food was pretty good. Not so good as everyone made it out to be. Hubby and I had tacos, and a muleta, I believe it was called??. This place here didn't have a big selection. Also no chips and salsa served as you wait for food when dining in. I gave it three stars for having good customer service. And the food wasn't bad, it just wasn't all we hoped it would be. read more

I was in the mood for some authentic Mexican and decided to give this little place a try. It is a market/ restaurant where you order from the counter. It has a small dining area in the front, not fancy but functional. I went with the classic tacos El pastor and was not disappointed. The tacos we're fresh, hot and delicious. I saw several other things on the menu that I want to try. I will definitely be back ! read more

I LOVE IT!!! The carne asada torta!! The pupusas are deliciosas! This place is so worth it! Excellent service! The owners are so nice!! I can't wait to go back and get more food! read more

They are open ! I went today and got 3 tacos that were very authentic and delicious. It was very empty so I'm not sure if it's because of the impression that it is closed but the open sign was definitely on today. read more

So good! We wanted authentic Mexican food and I'm so glad we ended up here. My friend from Mexico said she saw things from her childhood in the store that she hasn't seen in so long. Their pan dulce was a little stale but the food was great! read more

I ordered the tacos and I was not disappointed. The place is still under construction. They just recently opened for business but it seems like it's developing nicely. The Torta Loca was delicious. They make their Pastor meat and their Chorizo, as authentic as it can get. read more