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    El Taquito

    3.1 (263 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Paleta Horchata
    Tia P.

    My family and I loved this place! It was our favorite food spot the entire trip. Our horchata came with a paleta which was delicious and a nice surprise. The staff and our waitress were also very kind and attentive. We got the Mexican wings, esquites and enchiladas. All the dishes tasted great, my only complaint is that the esquites didn't have any chili powder (which is what I'm used to,) it was topped with tajin only.

    Birria Pizza
    Key J.

    As you can tell by now, the birria pizza is my fave. I was a little sad to see the price went up (from $25 to $29) but still so worth it. Tried some new drinks this time around. The Miami vice was huge and tasted very good!! The lemonade came with a popsicle on the side, this was a nice touch.

    Birria Pizza with consommé sauce.

    After reading all of the stellar reviews of the birria pizza, I finally walked over and ordered it this evening. OMG! It was better than anticipated, full of delicious meat and cheese with a thick consommé for dipping. I ended up bringing half home. Very attentive service at the bar with friendly smiles from the entire staff throughout my meal. A definite repeat.

    Choco Flan
    Mafe D.

    Si buscas auténtica comida mexicana en Fort Lauderdale, El Taquito es una parada obligatoria Ubicado justo frente a la playa, con vista al mar, es un lugar muy casual y sencillo, ideal para relajarte y disfrutar de platillos que te transportan directo a México. Desde los tacos hasta sus especialidades, cada bocado está lleno de frescura y sazón. Ya sea después de un día de playa, con amigos o en familia, aquí encuentras el balance perfecto entre sabor, ubicación y buena vibra. Definitivamente un lugar que vale la pena conocer en la ciudad. El servicio bueno y amigable. Los tacos de birria y el guacamole con chicharron simplemente espectacular. Tambien recomiendo las enchiladas y burritos. Los tragos tambien muy buenos sobretodo el Margarita Flight

    Chorizo Jalapeno Cheese Dip
    Reena G.

    Fun place to have a date night. Music was good. We ordered the jalapeño chorizo cheese dip. I didn't taste any jalapenos but the dip was okay. We ended up getting the surf and turf was really good. The sides were okay. The sour cream didn't taste right but it could have been sitting out for a while. Service was a little slow but we had a good time here

    GUYS this place is amazing! the workers are so nice and the food is SO good !! 5/5 would definitely recommend

    Annie L.

    The food was amazinggggg. It was extremely hot outside so we immediately ordered margaritas to cool us down lol. All the flavors were a hit. This restaurant is on the corner and is really small. Everyone here is very pleasant and helpful. Did I mention the food was amazing!! Definitely recommend 10/10. I will be coming back! Ordered: Margarita flight - refreshing and just enough liquor Surf and turf fajitas - really good Churrasco quesadillas - packed with flavor topped with avocado, tomatoes and cilantro. Birria pizza - star of the show. Mouth watering, cheesy, packed with flavor 10/10.

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    Brad D.

    Stopped into this nice little restaurant across from the beach in Fort Lauderdale, FL at 6:30 pm. No wait, and seated right away. Really enjoyed 3 steak tacos special ($12.99), and the chicken quesadilla. Two margaritas had the right amount of alcohol (classic and strawberry on the rocks). The Esquites (elotes) was really good as well. All food was really flavorful and served hot. Staff were very attentive and friendly. No pics of food or margaritas (enjoyed it too quickly). Stop on in and enjoy!!!

    CJ M.

    Great service! Amazing food! Chill open vibe. Overall a great experience and would love to come back! Great location off the beach with a garage door. Buy one get one margarita special. Ask for Abigail and Wilmer! Best service.

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    John S.

    Visiting from Texas!! Great atmosphere, attentive service and great food! Severs were the absolute best!

    Frozen mango margarita
    Taylor A.

    I highly recommend going to El Taquito! The drinks, food, and service are all phenomenal. We came here on a Sunday, and they have a deal where you can get a free shot! With our shot, we ordered the frozen margaritas. They are pricey, but they're so good! Tasty and strong. For the food, I ordered the Mahi Mahi tacos. I have to say, definitely some of the best tacos around. These were delicious, and I am getting them again when I come back. Service was friendly, and atmosphere was nice, especially since this is right across the beach. Love this place!

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    thank you for your service. I felt that some of the items on the menu was a bit overprice. elotes and garlic shrimp.

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