There have been some changes to the menu over the years, but I consistently return for the barbacoa. However, my last visit, I opted for green chile enchiladas. I am glad I did! The tortillas were fresh and thick. The green sauce and cheese were plentiful. The beans weren't as good as they usually are, so I added a spoonful of salsa to give them flavor. I like variety of salsas and vegetables that you can add to your meal. I am a big fan of the sauteed onions. It seems the baked potatoes with meat on top are not offered, though you can still get a baked potato. go figure! I go each time I am in town. read more

As I prepare to leave Albuquerque for a while, I have been hitting as many of my old "favorites" as I can. I have to admit, El Taco Tote had fallen out of the rotation. In an era when excellent taco shops are popping up in every neighborhood, heading to the chain was not as appealing. But for those who remember, Taco Tote was a front runner. They were one of the first taco restaurants. Their combination of freshly charred meat, flotillas made in front of you, and a large salsa bar quickly gained traction with base personnel, UNM, and the International District. So, I dropped in to give it one more go, an ode to a lot of great memories of family lunches and work catering events. I'm glad to say, it's still good. Same flavors, same tortillas (although I was sad the little lady that made them forever was not there any more). Salsas are still tasty, the meat was nicely charred (if a little dry). Same little box (container) for a small portion of chips, requiring you to sneak up multiple times to satisfy your dip craving. Honestly, there are better tacos across Albuquerque now, but El Taco Tote still stands up. The tacos are good, the prices are fair, and the service is good. I'll miss you guys! read more

Fish tacos are . Employees are so nice and courteous. Great food and good service. Nice restaurant too. read more

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Well, nobody in this town knows how to make a fish taco. These guys are definitely not the exception, but it did taste good they give you a limited amount of napkins with no access to that anymore. Unless you go up to the front, the rice and beans were pretty good not like great or anything like that but they have a full complementary bar of salsa and stuff like that. They do give you a little bit of chips with your meal, but honestly, nobody in this town could make a good fish taco. read more

This is the worst takeout experience I have ever had in my entire life. No, I am not being dramatic- please see photos for proof. I ordered two mushroom tacos with lime, guacamole, pico de gallo, and toreado chile. When opened, it was mushrooms slapped in a flour tortilla with nothing else. My husband ordered the asada "skillet" and was missing lime, onion, green chile, red chile, AND guacamole. It was just meat and tortilla. The last, perhaps most offensive thing we received was the "fish taco." One disgusting piece of fish in a flour tortilla, missing all the ingredients I added: lime, pico de gallo, and cilantro. All of this order looked and tasted terrible and I would highly recommend NO ONE eat at this establishment. I am floored at the positive reviews. Disappointed is an understatement- you could not pay me to go back. read more

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Today I ordered a Burrotote with Barbacoa and one side didn't have any meat but one small piece. It was nothing but rice and beans. When brought it up to the manager he refused to look at it and said if I wanted more meat I had to pay more. I already paid $15 for something that should have had meat. I used to like this place but after this experience I'm not going back. read more

I have to say we have come by here many times and were across the street at the antique places and came in and oh boy this is one of our new favorite places. Very friendly staff and ordered our food and it came to us pretty fast. The atmosphere was really laid back and a lot of families were here and the space for seating probably seats over 100 people with tables and chairs and booths. My son stated that it is in his top 5 for places we have tried for tacos and the meat was perfect. They have an area with at least 20 toppings and sauces to choose from. Favorites were the jalapeño and avocado salsas for me. They have parking both in front and rear of the business and they also have drive thru and a patio area. The bathrooms were clean and that is big for me since I used to work in the restaurant business. Great place to come and the food and atmosphere is very laid back read more

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If you're looking for the WORST dining experience in New Mexico, congratulations--you've found it. This place has truly set a new low, and in a state with plenty of culinary mishaps, that's really saying something. Let's start with the drive-thru. I thought I'd time-traveled back to the Ice Age because that's how long I waited--20 minutes! For what, you ask? For the most disappointing taco special to ever disgrace a corn tortilla. My $15 prize consisted of a set of sad pork adobada tacos that looked like they'd given up on life before they even hit the grill. Imagine this: a single, tired corn tortilla, filled with nothing but uninspired meat. No toppings, no love, no hope--just despair in taco form. And the sides? Oh, they were something alright. The refried beans? Diarrhea in disguise. The rice? Drier than the last five seasons of your least favorite TV show. I've had toast that's more hydrated. Then, there was the horchata. I took one sip and questioned every decision that led me to that moment. It was like someone dissolved a bag of sugar in some watered-down, milk-flavored regret. I'm convinced they were serving a science experiment gone wrong. I came here looking for a meal but instead got a masterclass in what not to do with Mexican cuisine. Save yourself the disappointment, the stomachache, and the $15. This place is the culinary equivalent of stepping on a LEGO--painful, surprising, and something you'd rather not repeat. Yuck. read more

Food is delicious and restaurant is clean and renovated. No AC in the summer so super warm! We like the bistek tacos with double beans as a side. The salsa bar is great. Friendly service read more

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Plain taco with no sauce and it was quite disappointing. Would've been good if the dude added some sauce on tacos I order, I mean it's not that hard to add sauce ! Quite not happy with my PLAIN TACOS read more

Came here 5 years ago on a visit to area and really loved it. Came back in 2021 and what a difference, down hill big time. We waited in line for almost 40 minutes to a cashier who acted like it was his first day. Poor guy was surrounded by coworkers who didn't help while he struggled. 50$ for four tacos with only meat and a side, with this especial "queso" which came out cold. Never again read more

El Taco Tote - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

El pastor! Amazing Clean tables Friendly staff! Clean bathroom! Love this place. Will come back again! read more

Tasty fast fresh mexican food worth stopping in for. The carne adovada in the skillet was okay, but the carne asada was even more moist and flavorful than expected. The queso fundido with vegetables (mushrooms) was amazingly just a slab of cheese melted over what appeared to be butter and topped with mushrooms and was decadently delicious. The unassuming potato was soft & creamy with a huge slab of butter shoved into it to melt and smother it. They serve a few different salsas, none of which are amazing, but do add some nice flavor and moisture. The friendly quick service ensures we will be back to try more from the menu. read more

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I just wanna say thank you to taco tote for thinking about R Albuquerque children and making sure that they have something to eat during this crazy time my 2 grand kids enjoyed the bean and cheese burrito and the case idea with rice so much you have gotten to new fans under your belt and one very grateful parent that businesses like you think about our children when the world is not thinking about anything but themselves THANK YOU AND MAY YOU BE BLESSED FOR YOUR KINDNESS. read more

El Taco Tote - Out of school and enjoying lunch - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

$10 for 2 tacos and a side of beans. A $40 meal for the fam from a drive thru when I could've had a great sit-down restaurant for that. Instead, I get fried fish in a tortilla, that is all. No cabbage or tomato or anything? No sauce? Never again. read more

El Taco Tote - Is this considered "fast" food? - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Kids meal and experience drive through during COVID-19 crisis. Staff added a Complementary cupcake to my kids meal.

Good authentic Mexican tacos! We ordered 4 barbacoa tacos and four fish tacos. They make fresh corn tortillas right in front of you that are a little larger and a lot better than other taco places. I was only able to finish two tacos because they give you such generous sized tacos. Maybe you enjoy dressing your own tacos, if so they have a nice garnish bar so you can fix it on up. When I order tacos I want them ready to eat loaded with all the goodness already and that's how I'm use to having it. I don't want to guess what sauces and garnishes will make these taste amazing. Pricing is excessive. This place is on Central. It's looks like a low end fast food joint. So why are they charging almost $40 for 8 tacos? I don't know. What I do know is there's some amazing taco joints that give you your tacos already loaded for a lot less. I just don't get how they think their prices are justified, but what do I know, I'm just a foodie. read more

El Taco Tote - Fish and Barbacoa Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This place was great!! Good selection of meats. Fresh veggies and salsa. The chips were great too. Friendly servers. Clean and very welcoming vibe. Will come back for sure. read more

This is my favorite Mexican fast food restaurant. I believe this is a chain out of Juarez Mexico. The concept is so simple, grilled meat, tortilla and a salsa bar. The meat is freshly grilled to order, you can order by the taco, by 3/4 lbs., by the lbs. and the have combos. The tortillas are also fresh made, I love their flour tortillas. Thinner than a "normal" tortilla but with very good flavor and texture. The salsa bar is well stocked with a wide variety of salsas, but beware, some of them are very spicy. They do have free chips so you can sample all the flavors. The staff is always friendly but sometimes they're understaffed which can delay the salsa bar getting refilled and tables getting bused. read more

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Steak taco...check. Shrimp Taco... check. Chicken Adobado...check. Fresh salsa bar... check check. The tortillas are AMAZING. Once a week, on a day somewhere between Monday and Wednesday, I get a taco craving. I'm always looking for a street taco-type experience since those have always been the best tacos. Taco Tote delivered in that department. Any meat you could think up wrapped in a yummy corn tortilla, nestled in a piece of foil keeping it warm while you prepare to dig in. I'm not a huge fan of this area at night and the construction is annoying, but worth the trek from the East. The staff were friendly and the food was made to order. Complimentary chips and fresh salsa bar to boot. They have a drive thru, so we will most likely return for to go orders in the future... possibly on a day somewhere between Monday and Wednesday. read more

El Taco Tote - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Fresh and great food. The staff is friendly and helpful. We will make this a go to for comfort meals. Get the baked potato loaded and don't forget dessert! read more

This place is a sleeper hit for ABQ. Sure, it's not all about the cheese (like New Mexican fare), but if you genuinely like Mexican style tacos, this-is-your-place! First of all, they make their own tortillas in-front-of-your-face! You get free chips and salsa (and all the salsas are good), and lastly this place is truly affordable! We love getting the skillet with 2 meats, flour and corn tortillas and guacamole and all the comes to a little over $20 with some food to take home. read more

El Taco Tote - Skillet for 2 with sirloin and Bistek! We chose a mix of tortillas, all the salsas, beans, rice, and a medium guacamole! - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

We pick up a family meal. Sirloin was over cooked, full of fat, lots of grissle and very greasy. Baked potatoes were over cooked, reheated and dry. Called to talk to the manager. He wanted me to drive back to their location, over 30 miles away in the rain. Also, we did not get the tortillas for the fondue, which was too thick, and very greasy. Very disappointing! I cannot recommend this location. read more

I cannot express enough how much I love this place. Their food is always spot on! My go to is always the bisteak. I pile up my bean and rice in my burrito creating some pretty hefty burritos that make my mouth water just thinking about again read more

We had a party of 15 for Saturday evening, 1/27/23, and they took such good care of us. All orders were correct, and everyone was very happy with the quality of their food. My husband and I had the sirloin platters and they were delicious. The variety of sauces were a big hit with everyone, prompting numerous returns to the cart for more. We had two out of state guests with us, and they really enjoyed themselves - and loved the food! I didn't see any leftovers! We appreciate all the staff that made this such a fun event. read more

The taco taste and salsa bar are good but my goodness. This place used to offer so much more value. The sirloin platter for two is now close to 26.00 and no longer includes drinks or guacamole. The portions became so much smaller as well. Terrible value. I also ordered 2 shrimp tacos to go and they were over 5.00 each and were tiny! Used to love this place. Won't return. read more

Good tacos. Well handled during Covid. Ice cold beer. Plenty of salsa's to choose from. Staff and manager were very warm and great service from them. Would visit again. read more

I've driven by this place so many times and never stopped because of the abundance of good new Mexican and Mexican food here... But looking for something quick where I didn't have to get out of the car but did not wanna go to the fast food route I ordered here. In hindsight next time I will either eat in or go in and order my food. Process could be improved hence only 4 stars. Gotta leave room for slight improvements. Had I known they had such an extensive salsa bar inside I would've like to try some more varieties... With that said the hot salsa was definitely hot and so good, the tortillas were fresh and delicious, and the meats we had were all very tasty. Everybody talks about the price of each taco but, they are big, and I think it's pretty comparable to other places out there, especially during the times we're having now. I live very close, and itis definitely my new favorite place to get good tacos and eye watering hot salsa. Biggest regret is not trying sooner! read more

El Taco Tote - Roja salsa- so hot and so tasty. - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Hands down and by far the best taco place in town ! Try the sirloin and carne adobada tacos on fresh made corn or flour tortillas. The salsas are simply delicious! read more

Absolutely horrible! We got the pork and chicken burrito plates. They were the smallest burritos I've ever gotten. I mean like the size of a Taco Bell bean burrito. Completely plain just meat and a tortilla, no pico, no cabbage, no cheese, nothing! The fish tacos were just two pieces of overcooked fish in a tortilla, nothing else in there! We got some salsa on the side but I have never had a fish taco with literally nothing but fish on it. Oh and the quesadilla was a joke! It was made on the smallest tortilla ever! Wouldn't even be enough for a child. Also so expensive!! It cost $38 for two burrito plates, 2 fish tacos and a quesadilla. Wasn't near enough food so we ended up going to Taco Bell so people weren't hungry. read more

Excellent service, sub par expensive tacos! Opted for this joint because my favorite taco spot was closed for the day. 20$ for 3 steak tacos and 2 sides, just too expensive for what you get. This really is a Taco Bell dressed up. I wanted to love it, but the price definitely didn't reflect in the food or portions! read more

I've discovered Nob Hill. Really, there's not much of a reason to go anywhere else. This is the same street that Kerouac walked, or hitched on to get to California...okay, now that that's over with. My hotel is by nothing. That's irritating. So, I drove the other way, kind of remembering where Nob Hill was. I'm glad I found this place. It doesn't break the bank. I have to get used to tacos without cheese. But I suppose I can. The prices are right, and the tacos are good. I ordered enough food for 2 nights. I didn't pay over 13.00 for it. Cheap and good. This place has a hella big salsa bar. I've not seen so much different salsa in one salsa bar before...(Kansas City places, take note of this). Oh yeah, there's the computerized Coke machine. Nob Hill, you've got my heart. I intend to spend bunches of time there. But, for tacos, even though it looks commercial, El Taco Tote is good, and best of all, it's open on Mondays. (A problem with some of the Mexican places around here). read more

We drove in from California to be part of The Hot Air Balloon Fiesta among our Family... on our second day in Albuquerque my cousin had a WONDERFUL idea; taking us all to eat at this place, omg it's so tasty and the portions are above average clean location the staff are attentive particularly the gentleman from "Chile" was extremely helpful. We can't wait to go back to have a good meal amongst our family that we love and miss in Albuquerque ... Thank you Taco Tote we look forward to enjoying another meal in your restaurant read more

went for lunch let me start by saying this place is expensive and the food is nasty I got carne asada tacos and it is just a bunch of nerves in the meet the beans tasted burnt i got two tacos a little thing of rice and beans a drink and it was $17 not worth it will not be back read more

Salsa Bar! If I could leave it at that I would, because they have the best in town. But El Taco Tote is so much more than that. Freshness is key to the deliciousness of this place. The kitchen is open and you can see them cooking while you wait in line to order your food at the counter. Choices of meat go from sirloin, adobada, bistek, shrimp, barbacoa, asada, chicken and even some veggie options. They also serve a variety of breakfast including bacon waffles. There are about 7 different salsas ranging in taste and heat to go with fresh chips, all you can eat. I love this place. 2 of us can eat, have a soft drink, drown ourselves in salsa and still have left overs for around $20. Taco Tote is one of my favorite restaurants in town, I LOVE THIS PLACE! read more

El Taco Tote - Salsa Heaven! - Mexican Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This place is a must-visit every time we trek down to visit the antique/thrift shops on Central. If we're lucky, they're making tortillas, which keeps my son entertained for at least 10 minutes. The food is always fresh... my husband jokes that we are the only gringos in the joint, which to me guarantees some good Mexican food. This is not New Mexican, but true Mexican "fast food". Fresh, hot, and fast. The husband gets a chicken burro-tote and I get the tacos... never the same meats twice. All are equally good and unique. Get the shrimp if you like spicy food! And, of course, the salsa bar. That's the real reason to go. 5-6 salsas, pico, peppers, cucumbers and and assorted other garnishes. Plus hot chips. Heaven. We love it. Fine dining it's not, but it's still pretty great in its own way. read more

Omg So good!!! I always get the Sirloin skillet it taste so good it comes with a baked potato and grilled onions and jalapeños

Waited 10 minutes in drive thru. The lady never came back to take my order. Multiple others in drive thru drove off tired of waiting. I said hello multiple times and got ignored. I just gave up and left. Waste of time. read more

The service is great I eat there every Tuesday & Thursday Very friendly large portions great prices Authentic read more

This place seemed a little sketchy at first, both the location, the name, the catchy jingle on the radio, the vibe of being more of a fast food place. But, I was surprised. It was fairly formal with an extensive menu. The tacos that were ordered amongst our group actually looked pretty good. I ended up ordering the cheesecake for $2.99. It was a big piece of NY style cheesecake. If you thought that a Mexican restaurant didn't have good cheesecake, you'd be wrong read more