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    El Rinconcito Taco Shop

    4.1 (45 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Regina P.

    This place is up the street from us. We love the hospitality. The horchata is great! The carne asada and rolled tacos are our go to's! I love supporting small businesses that care about their customers with great service, fresh quality food and clean tables. Definitely check them out!

    Michos Breakfast Burrito
    Olivia B.

    This place was absolutely fire! Breakfast burrito was amazing. It had eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, and cheese. The gentleman working the counter was so nice too. He hooked me up with some great hot sauce. Highly recommend this place if you're in the area! I definitely plan on coming back.

    5 rolled tacos
    Jenner B.

    Paid a visit to this little local spot on Brandywine today. Friendly server and clean tiny dining up front. I wasn't too hungry so I only ordered 5 rolled tacos. They were on the smaller spectrum as far as rolled tacos go. Being served on a 3x6 inch styrofoam tray. They were delicious non the less. Crunchy and filled with a good amount of beef. The toppings were fresh and plentiful. I did like how they covered those rolled tacos with guacamole and cheese. Out of the 3 salsas, red, green and habanero, I only got the red. Great flavor with a little kick. Overall, a nice little taco shop. I definitely have to try their burritos and carne asada fries.

    Carne asada burrito
    Dorothy D.

    Absolutely delicious! I got a Carne Asada burrito and it was a 10 out of 10! The flavor was amazing -- perfectly seasoned, tender meat with no gristle or fat, just the right balance of everything. It had guacamole and pico de gallo inside, exactly the way I like it. The burrito was warm, flavorful, and surprisingly heavy -- a great size for the price. I honestly meant to eat just half, but it was so good I ended up finishing the whole thing! I'm really picky when it comes to burritos, and this one totally won me over. It smelled so good. I almost forgot to take a picture until I was 3/4 of the way done. I'll definitely be back!

    Joshue T.

    California burrito had no flavor at all awful to even think it's okay to sell food with no flavor

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    Zari M.

    This has been our weekly go to taco shop since they've changed ownership. The staff is super friendly! We've tried the carne asada burrito, micho's breakfast burrito, chicken burrito, birria, cabeza tacos. The chicken burrito is cooked in a yummy chipotle sauce. They have a great taco Tuesday deal. You have 3 salsas to choose from. Red, green & habanero (spicy) salsa. They are all yummy. Definitely give this place a try if you are in the neighborhood. You won't be disappointed. Everything is made to order.

    Hot Cheeto Burrito
    Oscar R.

    Can't resist keep coming back to El Rinconcito & once again, it didn't disappoint! I ordered the Hot Cheeto Burrito, and let me tell you it's massive! Easily enough for two people, and still super affordable. Flavor was on point, filling and satisfying, just like every time I've been here. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere feels like a true family spot comfortable, casual, and full of good vibes. If you're looking for solid Mexican food that hits the spot without breaking the bank, this is it. Highly recommend!

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    Way better than Asada's! Can't beat their carne asada fries! Family owned business. Will definitely go back!

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    Had the mini tacos and carne asada with chips! Great food and service. Great portions!

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    special breakfast burrito was OK because it was a little DRY. i would go back to try other things.

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    Great Mexican food in neighborhoods we move to the area and founded the best carne asada plate

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    Everything is really good here to be honest one of the best mexican spots and also price wise not expensive

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