This is my second time here, and I'm so glad I found this place. The tacos are exactly the kind I…read morefell in love with about 20 years ago -- simple, authentic, and perfect. Soft corn tortilla, fresh onions, cilantro, and flavorful meat. That's it. That's how real tacos are supposed to be, and it's the only way I've eaten them ever since. It's rare to find a spot that gets true authenticity right, but this one absolutely does. I walked out happy and already looking forward to coming back again.

The food is cooked to order fresh. Authentic Mexican with generous portions. Friendly atmosphere…read more Small place but it's absolutely delicious. Building is pink. Owner is attentive and lunchtime is usually busy. Don't let the outside keep you from trying it! My whole family likes everything!

The Mexican food was awesome! Prepared and cooked to perfection!…read more The service was prompt and courteous, employee check on food wasn't invasive and refills were automatic. The decor was bright and festive. We really enjoyed the experience.

Don't waste your money. The chips and salsa are half decent, but the food was not good at all…read more Think Taco Bell if you order their tacos. Rice and beans were cold. They're closing their store down to three days a week now it's probably a good idea.

We were recommended to go here from a local. He must have friends who work here because it was not…read moregood. I got a ground beef taco and an enchilada. I didn't finish either one and the beans/rice weren't good either. And....the sounds I heard from the kitchen area grossed me out. Let's just say they must have been sick or had allergies and were dealing with a lot of mucus. It was hard to eat anything at that point.

Food is always hot, service is quick and me and my daughter had a great time twirling after we ate…read moreso the ambiance of the restaurant is very laid back.

Very authentic Mexican food! This is a great Mexican staple for Gainesville. You order at the…read morecounter and choose a table, so a great place for lunch or a quick dinner. The service is always super fast. The food is always fresh and authentic. Not pictured are the birra tacos, which are my favorite and go-to item at La Tienda. The spice is tolerable, and the meat is always fresh. The nachos were a huge portion and had nicely seasoned meat. The queso was warm which was lovely

True Mexican restaurant. Very casual and basic. Some of staff speaks English but not all. Inside…read moreand outside dining. Order at counter and they bring food out. Cash discount on food. Good size portions. My husband had the chorizo eggs with beans and rice. Just ok. I tried the Huarache (house specialty) with Barbacoa beef. Masa pancake with meat, lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream and avocado. Delish! We are from out of town but would definitely come back for if in Gainesville

incredible food, good prices on food and drinks, unique decor all around will be backread more

Best Mexican restaurant in town! Enchiladas, tacos, cheese…read moredip, burritos and fresh chips are all good! Taco Tuesday, tacos are $1.99 each! Give it a try!

They a variety of foods and all that I have had has been delicious. Service was wonderful. I have…read morebeen there with a small group and a large group with service being very good each time.

Seated quickly, not too busy. Waitress came over, since it's our first time here she made some…read morerecommendations. Started with fried squash, citrus grouper bites and the bread. Apps came out quickly and hot. The fried squash was cornmeal coated and lightly fried. Tasted very fresh and not over cooked at all. The grouper bites were amazing. Fried nuggets of grouper with a citrus slaw on top. Slaw did not overpower the fish and it was cooked to perfection. The bread was not bad but unremarkable compared to the apps. The main courses. Ribeye with baked potato, roasted cauliflower with a Parmesan cream along with fish and chips, subbed the fries for sweet potato puffs. Steak was tender and perfectly grilled. Cauliflower was piping hot, creamy and not overcooked. The fish was very good and plentiful. Lightly crusted and the sweet potato puffs were very light and flavorful. Couldn't eat it all. Got a desert to go, key lime Carlotta very tasty as well, light and not overly sweet. Great way to finish off the meal. Will be back.

We found Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville through a last-minute Facebook Valentine's…read moreDay event, and WOW what a surprise! The event said no reservations needed, so we showed up not realizing how popular it would be. The place was PACKED with a line out the door! Even so, we only waited about 25 minutes for a table on Valentine's Day, which honestly wasn't bad at all considering the crowd. We went specifically for their Valentine's special: 2 margaritas, fajitas for two, and dessert, such a great deal! The margaritas were delicious. We ordered the Rita sampler and the blueberry margarita tasted like blueberry pie, so fresh, organic, and absolutely yummy. We also ordered homemade guacamole, which was delectable, paired with fresh, crispy homemade chips. Our fajitas included steak, pork, chicken, and shrimp, and everything was cooked to perfection. The flavors were incredible!!! And can we talk about the restaurant itself? It's HUGE! It felt like one of those multi-level Times Square NYC restaurants, with multiple floors and even outside patio seating. It was like a magic trick walking through it! Our waitress, Lia, was fantastic, attentive, helpful, and so sweet despite how busy it was. The staff worked incredibly hard all night and it showed. Plentiful parking, amazing food, great atmosphere. We will definitely be back to this hidden gem we didn't even know existed in town. Thank you for making our Valentine's Day special after a long day of yard work

Great food. They are very popular so it took us awhile to get seated. We were seated in 2top that…read morewas too close to bar where waiters were entering and exiting constantly bumping my seat. I really liked the vegetarian trio course and the salsa bar. They make their own salad dressing that was my favorite. We tried the margarita sampler it was fun and good presentation. Mostly frozen dessert cocktails. If you want something to pair with a main course it's better to get regular margarita.

If I could give 0 stars I would. My boyfriend's cup was still dirty around the rim, his fork had…read moredried up food on it. The food was disgusting, we took 2 bites of our food asked for the check which was $50.02 for 2 enchilada supremes, one single chile relleno, queso and 2 drinks. We paid the $50 and left the whole entire meal on the table.

Rice was stale, walls were dirty with food stains, food they served us tasted pretty old , Dinning…read moreexpensive was pretty bad waiter just sat down on phone and didn't check on us . Guacamole tasted rancid!!! DONT Eat HERE

We had heard great things about the Farm stand from thr fresh fruit and jams, and pickled veggies…read more To the tacos and milkshakes.They serve food along side selling all the U-Pick fruit on certain days or you can buy already packaged fruit We got there 30 mins before they opened and there was a crowd already waiting for them to open. We waited our turn to order we picked up a flat of strawberries, ordered our taco,etc. They give you a little buzzer thing which beeps and vibrates when your order was ready.Turn around time was quick less than 5 mins. Our Food was amazing it rivaled sit down mexican food . I highly recommend their tamales!! And their strawberry shakes are amazing , made using fruit from the farm. They workers are super friendly and the farm itself has a lot of neat things to look at , especially if your a history buff like me!! Love the picnic tables outside , sit and enjoy your food .definitely worth the ride from Gainesville.

I find a bit small place inside good enough to get a glimpse of it…read more They have honey $18 big jar and other choices to choose from. You pick start in a week. $3.99 lb. Purchased some shrimp taco $12 a big strawberry box 8 lb $13 US dollar. No mayo available also needed to ask for sauce did not came with. We're given a beeper to alert when the food is ready. We waited out side at the picnic area lots of tables. It was a cloudy day, pictures were not that good sorry.

we love our home town Mexican place!! If you're looking for a great option come try their chicken…read moretorta you won't be disappointe! it's enough for two people. Actually come try anything it's all wonderful! better than tortillas Tex mex for sure!!

We love stopping by here when traveling through. The food is…read morealways good. I especially enjoy the taco bowl... and Rose is an awesome server!