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    EL TACO YAMA

    4.4 (65 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    Menudo

    If your are looking for good Mexican spot out here I definitely recommend cocking here. The food here was AMAZING. Me and my family were looking for a nice Mexican food spot around here since we are from LA. We found this spot and didn't regret coming here. The torta and Menudo were really good. The meat had a nice little flavor to it. The service was super good. We walked in and they greeted us and sat us down quickly. The waiters here are amazing. She keep coming to our table and making sure we were okay.

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    Cristina P.

    This place is on Noble, across from the Valero and Rollertown. Due to the construction at the hotel next-door, business fell slow, the family that owns it is very friendly, if you come by, get yourself a gordita with Asada and an Horchata. I also love their shrimp cocktail. Please come by and support them when they reopen after construction, blue building, can't miss it.

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    Don C.

    Traveling to Visalia on business and looked up best Mexican and this place popped up. Very glad I stopped. Service was very good and friendly. Burrito was extremely tasty, with tender meat and just the right amount of rice. Great Chips and Salsa.. Good fresh food.

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    Stella B.

    Had a hard time finding this place due to construction in the area. The big blue building was slapping me in the face. Can't miss the big blue building. The ambiance reminded me of a few wholes in the wall in Mexico. The staff was so friendly and kind. Very attentive to our needs and made sure our waters were always full. Being our first time we order a few different items off the menu. Shredded beef taquitos, wet verde beef burrito, super burrito, as well as some tacos. The food came out quickly and hit the spot. Our only complaint was the asada was almost ground beef, it would have been nice to have larger pieces of beef but would come back again.

    Michelada

    First time, good food and service, chips and salsa was tasty,definitely will be returning again

    Anthony T.

    We decided to eat here after seeing it on our way to another place the other day. It looks so festive and like it would have some great food. So the very next day we made it a point to give it a try. It's got some great reviews so it should be amazing. As I said it is very bright and festive on the outside and it flows on into the inside. It's a very open space type establishment. With table seating and a few booths. There is a huge menu behind the counter so you can order food to go. We chose to sit at one of the booths. We only saw one person working the counter and she brought us our menus. As I said it wasn't busy so I could understand not many servers working the floor. We looked over the menus as the young lady brought us chips. But no salsa. I thought that was strange. Most place bring chips and salsa together. I'm saying this because this type of thing continued throughout the visit. We had to ask for the salsa and it seemed like she forgot. Ok no problem. It happens. We looked over the menu which was really nice. With plenty of great choices. My wife opted for the enchiladas with beans and rice. But wanted green sauce on the side. Not on the enchiladas. I mean she had to repeat this several times before the young lady understood. Not sure why. But she just wasn't getting it. I ordered carnitas tacos with beans and rice and a Modelo Cerveza with lime. The Cerveza arrived promptly. No lime. I'm like wow really. Our food arrived before the lime. Which did get to me by the way. The food looked delicious. However my wife asked for green sauce on the side. She was brought red sauce. After repeating herself two or three times. It still didn't register with the server. I told my wife to say something. But she was like no it's ok and soldiered on with her food. Which she found to be bland. Void of any kind of flavor. I felt bad bcz she really wanted to try this place. My food tasted pretty good. The carnitas looked to be precooked like they got it from Grocery Outlet and just warmed it up. But it did taste good. The beans and rice were pretty mediocre at best. It wasn't horrible. But just had a weird taste. Maybe it was a bad day. Idk. But we won't be back. I hate to say that. Bcz this is just our experience. I'm sure other have had a great experience. I won't ever tell someone "don't eat there". Bcz they may like it. But again we won't be coming here again.

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    Ileene I.

    Food was great! Service was great! Ambiance was great! I ordered two breakfast burritos thinking it would be small but no! Burritos are great size and they are fresh! I ordered the asada sope and breakfast burritos. The pina (pine apple) agua Fresca was refreshing and a good size!

    Carne asada burrito (no rice). I like rice just not in my burrito ‍ pineapple  agua fresca
    Sandra V.

    I ordered a carne asada burrito, no rice and their largest pina (pineapple) agua fresca. It was delish. The burrito was super packed it fell apart. It was packed with meat too not just the extras like other places I've been to. The service was excellent. She was very polite, helpful, and nice. The ambiance is Mex, Spanish music. The place is large, fits a good amount of people. It's not a new place but it was super clean, even the restroom was very clean. Kudos and thank you

    Natalie R.

    This place is a diamond in the rough. Quite literally. We were struggling to find a restaurant and came across this one from Yelp. We were pleasantly surprised when we walked in. It is extremely spacious, colorful with a TON of personality. PLEASE DONT BE PUT OFF BY THE LOCATION, they deserve a shot. Trust me. The beer was cold (for my guy) I got a pina'nada and it was so delicious! We got the sope, Taco combo, ceviche, and my guy got a torta meal. Everything was amazing. The salsas were delicious, the meat was very good. The tacos were very small but we didn't go for the tacos. We will definitely be back The ONLY reason they get 4 stars is bc unfortunately the area has some bad passerby's that could definitely deter people with young children but give it a shot! You won't be disappointed. Not to mention it's extremely reasonable! Check out the menu prices I posted. They ask have an extensive list of protein options!

    Patrick E.

    This is a hole in the wall, that is AMAZING!! Service is great and the food is even better.

    Crispy Hard Shell Tacos Combo with Ground Beef, and Large Fresh Lemonade

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    Love everything about this place. Authentic, delicious, and always available with excellent service.

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    Not open at 8:05 p.m. despite hours indicating open until nine AND bright neon sign turned on, also saying "open". So unprofessional.

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    The food is really good and the service is very professional and very friendly. The ambiance is great. I recommend this restaurant.

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    Great food, service is always good, prices are awesome and the place feels like an authentic old school neighborhood Mexican restaurant.

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    Tacos La Villa Mexican Grill

    Tacos La Villa Mexican Grill

    3.5
    (113 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    One of my favorite quick places to come get food! I try to always plan and order ahead if I can…read morebecause the lines can be a long wait. What first got me was the Limonada, sooo good! I really like the meat they use for their tacos, they taste more premium and fresh than other places. I'm wimpy when it comes to spicy food so I always order no sauce on mine lol. Lately I've been ordering the loaded nachos with no beans! Super filling, it's really good if you you're looking for something snacky yet filling at the same time. Sign up for their loyalty program to earn points, get discounts, and get notifications on any deals they are having! I don't go inside often but when I do it's clean looking and feels spacious! I would give 5 stars but ordering "no beans" seems to always throw the entire staff for a loop. 50% of the time they mess up my order and I have to give it back and wait for them to remake it. Other than that everything is great! If they can get my order right more often I'd be more than happy to give them 5 stars!

    I think out of anything i want to get out of this review is how hurt i am as customer. This isn't a…read morereview about food, it's about an incident that occurred this afternoon. I had a delivery driver who also happened to pick up my orders from here. We got to talking about other spots in town and I mentioned this place and he says, "ohhh you're THAT Frank". Automatically I'm like "uh oh" lol. Now before you start wondering "two sides to every story"; here's mine. I order a burrito combo with a large limonada. I ask for my burrito with just meat and rice, sometimes onions. I ask for it to be grilled. I asked for (2) to (3) serrano peppers on the side. Before they "disappeared" off of GrubHub, they had a button on their page for sauces. They don't charge for them on the app and don't have a quantity cap, so i usually ask for around (4) to (5) green and the same in habanero. The burritos are big and I'm a salsa kind of guy lol. If 10 sauces overall is too much, then that's fine. At least give me something lol. I've been given (0) or (1) at times. My burrito is 50/50 sometimes grilled, sometimes not "mostly not", they will forget my drinks from time to time. When i ask the driver, they say they weren't given a drink. My food has come cold, the meat has been chewy and fatty. I've had to get refunds on orders because of the quality. So I always ask the drivers to make sure my drinks are there and my sauces are in the bag. But here I've been, coming back cause i was genuinely a happy customer more times than not. Then to randomly hear from a delivery driver who's picked up your orders from here before, you've been talked "sh$t' about. So much that he even contemplated telling me "DONT ORDER FOOD FROM HERE". This is a place you've given business to on a regular basis! It's disheartening and it hurts. My last review was even a good one lol. Needless to say I'm not coming back. Pretty messed up too, cause i was happy to see them come to town since i first encountered them in Bakersfield. Oh well.. talk all the crap you want now, hope you read this. I know one customer ain't no love lost. But now everyone will know how they're being treated behind their backs. Better places in town to find.

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    Tacos La Villa Mexican Grill
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    Carne asada taco
    Loaded Breakfast Burrito. Nice size.

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    Loaded Breakfast Burrito. Nice size.
    Las Flores Comida Mexicana

    Las Flores Comida Mexicana

    4.8
    (10 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    I am from Southern California and I mention this to say that I wish they were located closer to me…read more. I found them because they were close to my air bnb and had a good rating and I see why. Everything was good. For dinner I had the carne asada burrito it was one of the best burritos I've ever had. Everything was so fresh and the carne was flavorful not big and lined with fat like most places serve. My family got a quesadilla plate, enchilada plate, and a quesabirria. The service was amazing the girl at the window was so friendly and answered all questions. It is outdoor seating but when it's cold they have the heat lamps so you will not be cold. I absolutely loved the green salsa with avocado chunks in it. Everything is 10/10 I went back the next morning for breakfast with my family and I had the carne asada sopes. Others in my family had the birria (that came in a bowl), Gordita, menudo, quesabirria, and wonderful drinks. In case you are a review person and reviews help to make your decision my review still does not do this place justice. If you get lost like I did because I am not from the area and my gps was probably off just call them and she will give you information like she did me. Also other reviews mentioned not having their food. I checked my bag before I left because I knew I was hungry and it took me all of 15 seconds. P.S. I devoured my food so fast I didn't even think to take pictures, but again you will not be disappointed!

    The BEST Mexican food I've tried so far here in Visalia. My husband and I have been searching for a…read moregood Mexican place since moving here from San Diego and I kid you not this place is better than the high end restaurants. The people are so nice always asking if you need anything and very attentive. Prices are reasonable too! Will definitely be back.

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    Las Flores Comida Mexicana
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    Guadalajara Grill Taco Shop - S Lovers Lane

    Guadalajara Grill Taco Shop - S Lovers Lane

    4.1
    (94 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    I Finally broke down and decided to place an order from here through DoorDash. They don't offer…read morefree delivery so it was almost double the standard price. For 1 burrito and 1 taco with tip, came out to around $33. Don't do delivery from here. The Burrito was not very good. The meat was almost like ground beef in texture but also non existent at the same time. I tasted more beans than rice but even then, it was more of a soupy burrito with a tortilla that you had to rip at and hope each bite wouldn't undo the whole burrito. There was some kind of salsa inside it that wasn't apart of the description. It gave it an off flavor. Al Pastor taco was meh. The corn tortillas tasted homemade, which was nice. But the meat was stringy, kind of fatty and an off color almost a light orange. It tasted better than the asada but still wasn't very good. I do appreciate they followed my request for extra salsa, but these packs look like they come from a frozen dinner you get at the store. Absolutely off putting. The flavor was "ok" but nothing special. Overall, not worth it. $33 and I was left with an upset stomach. I had such high hopes! I haven't been in a long time and was hoping it would have been an amazing experience. I was wrong. I gave 3 stars cause I do appreciate them following the special instructions most other restaurants don't. But that still can't justify the food.

    I dont eat beef. But their chicken is diced so tiny it is not enjoyable. Really wish you would…read morereconsider. Your beans, though, are very good.

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    Menu as of Nov 1, 2023
    El Tarasco Restaurant Mooney

    El Tarasco Restaurant Mooney

    3.1
    (216 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Decent spot. However, food is literally hit or miss and we've been plenty of times to justify that…read more However, now it's about only going to the one on Main St since it's been more miss on the food. Service is always on point.

    El Tarasco Descarado!…read more 1-Star Review I came here with my family while on vacation after seeing the 4-star rating online, but the service and experience were awful. We were sat down with menus, given chips, salsa, and water, and told to place our menus at the edge of the table when ready. The server came by several times while we were still deciding, and when we finally told her we planned to split a burrito, she gave us an odd look and commented that it "might be a reasonable size to share." Shortly after, she returned to inform us that we had been given the wrong menus and that every item was actually $2.99 more than what we had been reviewing--something completely unprofessional and misleading. To make matters worse, when I asked about happy hour, she flat-out said they didn't have one, yet I later found multiple reviews online mentioning happy hour specials. That means she either didn't know or wasn't being honest. Between the dismissive service, the sudden price change, and the lack of transparency, we decided to walk out. This was a frustrating and disappointing experience, and I would strongly advise others to avoid this restaurant.

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    Strawberry Mojito
    Strawberry Mojito
    Free chips & Salsa
    Free chips & Salsa
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    Drinks, Maggies
    Azul Mexican Grill

    Azul Mexican Grill

    3.4
    (228 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    I'm a sucker for the Tacos Puntas it's my go to every time! I finally tried something new. Their…read moresteak! Flavor, presentation, and service... all perfect.

    I would give this place zero stars if I could. This place used to be good. But in the past several…read moreyears, it's completely gone downhill both in customer service, quality of the food, & its pricing. The portions have gotten noticeably smaller, however the prices continue to rise. What you are served is definitely not worth what Azul's charges you. This place used to be a regular go-to spot for myself when I am in Visalia, which is quite often. My sister & her husband were weekly regulars there & were (allegedly) friends with the owner. The last several times I've been there for a meal with my sister & BIL the owner has come over to say hello, but she has not seemed genuine or at all happy to see my sister & BIL. Instead, her "hellos" & the quick small talk that is expected of an owner greeting their regulars seemed incredibly forced & just completely inorganic. It was like she did not want us there, found it annoying that we were there, & did not appreciate our business at all. That made me feel very uncomfortable. The last time my family was there, it was my sister, mother, & their friend (a Visalia local) that were dining in. My mother picked up the check & paid by debit card & rounded up the just under $70 bill to $90 for the tip. When she looked at her bank statement a few days later, she discovered that the server had charged $100. My mom called my sister, who told her to call the owner & let her know what happened to make it right. They were trying to give the benefit of the doubt, but at the same time knew the chances of an experienced server mistaking a 2-digit total for a 3-digit total is highly unlikely. When my mother called the restaurant to speak to the owner, she kept my mother waiting on hold for the longest time. After the owner finally did come to the phone, she was very rude to my mom: didn't say hello or ask how she was. The owner completely dismissed the occurrence, saying that the server who ran the card was one of her best girls & longest employees & that there was no way that could have happened. The way she spoke to my mother, it was like she was trying to make my mother feel like it was her fault, & was making an issue out of nothing. My mom assured her that she had copies of the receipt with the correct total, to which the owner rudely said something like "okay, so what now? You want the $10 back?" completely dismissively. My mother tried to be polite--as this was a "friend" of my sister's & my sister & BIL were still at that point regulars--so she said the next time they came in to dine, they could discount that tab by $10. Obviously, that never happened. When my BIL found that out, he & my sister both decided they would no longer give their business to such a place. None of us have been back since. I do not recommend eating here. You will get mediocre food at an expensive price tag. Plus you will run the risk of dishonest servers over tipping themselves under the protection of an owner who clearly does not care & puts her customers down. If this was the experience of regular customers, I can only imagine how the non-regulars are treated...

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    Chicken, steak, shrimp platter
    Chicken, steak, shrimp platter
    Jalapeño Cucumber Margarita - so good
    Jalapeño Cucumber Margarita - so good
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    Raspberry margarita
    Mariscos El Picudo

    Mariscos El Picudo

    3.9
    (21 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    I knew this place when it was El Presidente and I knew that it had closed. The land lord that owns…read morethe property is a friend of mine and wanted to meet me here. Like another customer stated that it had a funky odor and it was covered with bleach smell was true on my first visit and after talking with the owner of the restaurant, the menu sounded like it was worth coming back. I came back a second time and the owner recognized me and greeted me and directed us towards our table. There was no odor this time and it is an older establishment that actually was a house at one time. If you sit in the back area you can still see the crown moldings of the living area. We ordered the Marlin Empanadas- there is 4 to an order ($12). I wish I cut one so that you can see in the picture that it definitely is Marlin. Marlin is red flesh and I've fished in Cabo San Lucas and caught marlin and it's not the best flavored fish as it is dense and very oily. This definitely tasted like I remembered the last time I caught a marlin! Still this was good as I don't see marlin on the menu much so I usually order shrimp empanadas. We ordered Cooked Seafood Molcajete- Shrimp, octopus, crab, fish, and mussels. It came out boiling hot and I'm going to post video of the clay pot so you can see that it comes out hot from the kitchen!! Ordered a side of whole beans and homemade corn tortillas. Yes they do have homemade corn tortillas here and I definitely recommend! They also have a Tomahawk steak served with shrimp ($75) that I hear is a good seller!! Come support this restaurant! It's located on North Sante Fe and away from most businesses so you don't know it's there or has re-opened like I did!! Quality is good and everything had good flavor!

    I'm very disappointed with my recent experience on 6/29. During our lunch visit, I placed a to-go…read moreorder for an "El Limonero" (fish ceviche) tostada along with our dine-in meal. When we arrived at my family member's house in Shafter and opened the container, the entire lime juice had leaked into the bag, and what was left was basically just a tiny portion of cucumber and avocado--definitely not a complete order. How was this almost $20 ($15 + Svc fee) I immediately took a photo and called the restaurant. Our server, Adriana, asked me to text the picture to the # I was calling +1 (559) 830-4004 so the manager could approve a refund. I did exactly as instructed, and they did respond after reviewing picture and said they would issue refund... but despite following up multiple times, no one ever processed my refund or even responded. Considering how expensive the food is here (plus added service fees), it's really disappointing to be treated with such unprofessionalism. All I expected was accountability and a resolution for an order that was clearly incomplete. Unfortunately, the lack of communication and customer care has left a very negative impression, and I don't plan to return.

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    Windows on a rainy day
    Windows on a rainy day
    Mariscos El Picudo
    Mariscos El Picudo

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