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    El Mesquite Taqueria

    4.7 (42 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    This is supposed to be a side of green chili, it's basically a box of pork.
    Michael J.

    First let me say the tortillas in this place are the best I've ever had in my life. The reason I give it a four stars because their version of green chili is baffling. I ordered a side of green chili, which usually comes in a cup w a side of tortilla, like a sauce or a soup, and usually served with a spoon. What I got was a big box of what I assume is pork. I'm aware that pork is a common ingredient in green chili, this was all pork. Basically I got a big box of meat. Big mistake asking for green chili on my breakfast burrito because it was overwhelmingly a little egg and mostly shredded pork. I will learn from this and always ask about the meat to green chili ratio from now on haha.

    Breakfast
    Luinelly L.

    A bit bummed. I have been drooling over this place the moment it was suggested to me as having amazing Mexican food. That's pretty rare in Safford. Sadly they close everyday at 3:00 pm so we have never been able to make it on time. It just so happened we had a Friday morning free so we woke up super early and drove out further then we wanted to just to experience it. I will start off by saying the customer service is great and the location is Chef's kiss. It's beautiful! Would be so lovely to see in the evening. We get there at 9:00 am hoping to eat a California Burro or even breakfast Enchiladas with an egg only to see that the menu ONLY has egg with potatoes, bacon, sausage, chorizo or ham. Absolutely nothing else for breakfast. The order taker said at 10:00 am would the menu change to lunch. Sadly we left because we were already starving and didn't have anywhere to wait around for an hour. I would like to come back eventually. I'll update my review then.

    Green chili tostada covered in hot sauce
    James C.

    Visited with Mom and Dad for lunch. We had the cheese enchiladas and the beef enchiladas. Both served with lettuce and fresh tomato, rice and beans. They were tasty and the perfect portions. Both parents had the biggest tostada I've ever seen. The tostadas had to be eaten with a fork and knife. No picking them up. The prices are good and take out seems to be super popular. If your in the area stop by and enjoy we sure did.

    This is a green chili burrito. Delicious and huge!!!
    Anna D.

    My first visit and second visit were great. Loved their green chili burrito. This last time was a little mushy and less flavorful. Love that the outdoor seating is available now. The water feature is a very nice touch.

    Outside. The name isn't on the building
    Hailey P.

    Best breakfast burrito I've ever had. Seriously SO GOOD! It was chorizo, egg, cheese, and potatoes. I split it with my husband because we heard they were really big, but I probably could have eaten the whole thing because I was craving more after I finished. The tortilla was amazing and the sauce stuff was good too.

    Hayley B.

    For $7 at other restaurants you only get HALF this much food! This burrito is huge!! And soooooo good! Shredded green chili (my fav) with just enough kick for me to taste it!

    They will accommodate low carb eaters & make you shell-less tacos! They are amazing!
    Polly M.

    Love the food, the atmosphere, and the amazing friendly staff. When you go in they treat you like family and are so accommodating. This is one of our absolute favorite places to eat in the Gila Valley. If you haven't tried a caramelo, you are missing out! Tip: The burritos are large enough to share, if you want to. If you ask to omit the tortilla-done with no problem!

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    Food is outstanding. Service is superior. Ambiance is typically Mexican, but not "itchy".

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    Love the carne asada here. Always fresh with great service! Wonderful food service option in Pima.

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    2 years ago

    Love the Senoren Dogs! Cute patio out front. Nice location. Good salsa. Is this 85 characters yet?

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    Lovely birria tacos! Service is good and fast. The dining area is comfortable. Did I mention the delicious birria tacos?

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    Everything I have had here is soo good! The green chili burrito is perfection! 1000% recommend this place

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    Best authentic mexican food around the area. Carne asada burros are my favorite, along with the street tacos

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    9 years ago

    This is one of those hole in the wall type of placues with great food. This is coming from a guy that easy a lot of Mexican food in El paso!

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    11 years ago

    Best Mexican food ever!!! If you haven't tried the birria tacos, try them they are the best. Also the crazy chick burrito!!! My favorites!!!

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    Good. Tacos and Mexican burritos are good. The food is made fresh, and the carne Asada is yummy

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