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    El Tizoncito

    4.0 (382 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Sope de al pastor
    Jackie G.

    The service was incredible. The lettuce, cheese and sour cream were so fresh. It was very affordable but it just lacks a bit of flavor. For the sopes I don't know if they add any salt to the masa. The beans are also a little plain. I'm not big on al pastor but I tried it, not for me. It had a heavy pork flavor. The flautas were good but the brisket was a tad bit tough. All in all - affordable, great service, nice interior, needs more seasoning!

    Jonathan L.

    Great location off Lemmon Ave. The service is fast and friendly and the quality of food is great. The portions are pretty large and tastes great. It was about $15 for my meal which is reasonable and they were pretty busy but I got seated right away. I would recommend this location

    Al pastor alhambre
    Davin A.

    Restaurant was very clean, good service, and food was amazing. We had the Al pastor Alhambra and chicken/potato taquitos - both were great. The beans when you sit down and tacos they let you try for free are a really nice touch

    1/2 Cubana Torta (modified)
    M. Brad S.

    It was years ago I visited this location and did not much care for it then. Now, it is convenient while I get my oil changed. The staff is very nice and attentive. The place is clean shortly after any sort of lunch rush they may have experienced. I ordered the Cubana Torta and very much appreciated the waitress confirming the order was right before she handed me the plate. (Not a fan of jalapeños and the chef had them on the plate before the waitress caught it.) This goes a long way for me because it shows she cares.

    Ashley S.

    I've always seen this spot in passing and finally got to try it. I was seated immediately upon entering and was brought a cup of black beans and tray of toppings. My waiter was attentive and customer service was good. I decided to order the guacamole + chips and the 4 tacos (chicken + beef). I really enjoyed the tacos and being able to control what I placed on top. The sauces provided were good as you had mild and spicy version. My only complaint is that the guacamole could've had more to it. It was just mashed avocados. I had to add extra salt for flavoring. Overall, I enjoyed my meal here and would return to try out of items.

    Pastor tacos / chicken and steak torta
    Dawn S.

    Torta 10/10! Pastor tacos 10/10 great flavor and crisp. I enjoyed the beans and the carrying case with the hot sauce onions and cilantro. I enjoyed the flavor of the green rather the hotter one. Service was great. Good prices as well.

    quesadilla de pastor

    Came here late night, and it was great. Food was a solid 9/10. I will be coming back to try even more. Food came out fast, drinks were quick and they had good music playing.

    Stopped by El Tiz El Tizoncito on Lemmon and it felt like a genuine taco spot. I loved that they start you off with warm black bean soup and a tray of toppings--little touches like that go a long way. The gringa and chicken tacos were solid, and I could tweak them exactly how I liked with the sauces. Only wish the guac had more flavor. Still, good portions, friendly service, and a cozy patio make it an easy spot to enjoy

    Drink Menu
    John B.

    Good place for tacos! Service was very friendly and fast. I ordered the Parrillada which was a combo of 4 tacos, cheese quesadilla, cebollitas, and some guacamole. I also ordered an appetizer of cebollitas. They also bring out a caddy of 2 salsas, onions, cilantro, and lime. Perfect! The salsa verde was my favorite! The tacos were all good (steak, chicken, pork chop, and Al pastor). The steak and Al pastor were my favorites. The cheese quesadilla (bite size) was really good also! I didn't really like the cebollitas appetizer. They were marinated in what tasted like Braggs Amino Acid (like soy sauce) that I didn't care for. Overall a great meal! Can't get over how friendly and on-point the staff was.

    Evelise F.

    Tasty food and friendly staff. Nice atmosphere. The only negative point is that there is too much coriander in the tomato.

    "Choriqueso" dunno wtf this is
    Cat N.

    I'm kind of pissed off. I saw a picture of choriqueso that somebody posted with melted cheese over queso. I ordered the same thing and got tacos with ground beef and cheese melted over the top. What the hell??? If you no longer make it like the other way you could have let me know. I wasted $11 dollars plus tips because I still tip on to go orders. I love supporting local businesses but some of y'all be effing up my orders. The el pastor meat needed to be cooked some more. Tacos were mediocre. Mangonada I got to go was the only thing delicious

    My friend and I were looking to grab a quick bite and we passed here. Our server Iris and Chabelita helped by recommending their house salad, with chicken. we were looking for something lighter and healthy and this was perfect, definitely recommend. We also had a cafe de olla which was a 10/10 best coffee in the area. The place is great vibes at night!

    Strange charge for "open food"
    G M.

    UPDATE: I only just noticed the$2 charge for "open food". I don't know what it's for. Maybe it was my coffee refill? It's off-putting enough to knock a star off my review. I wish they were more transparent. I'd still go back, but I'd double check the receipt before leaving. ORIGINAL: Came in after an early morning flight on Christmas Eve. I was craving breakfast tacos near Love Field and I'm so glad we came in here. Our server, Jovanny, was top tier. The food was ready quickly and well seasoned. Okie Bill for breakfast for 2 came to about $35. My only negative point is the difficulty with the menu if you're vegetarian. I got breakfast tacos with papas and the botana with hongos/mushrooms. The black bean soup does have meat in it so heads up to vegetarians and vegans. Ultimately, I was able to have a great meal and great service during a day and time that might usually be rough to get both. I'm happy.

    Black beans to start and condiments

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    Great ambiance and food! Margaritas were tasty and the server was efficient and friendly.

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    food is amazing the desserts sooo good!brisket was alright but everything was soo good

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    Really good authentic Mexican food. Affordably priced. Good service. Convenient strip center location on Lemmon with easy parking.

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    Haven't been here in years, but it's a fun place and their Tamarind margaritas are top notch!

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    Laura was a great server! Very nice and attentive My son enjoyed the lunch and the service was excellent

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    Las Palmas

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    4.3
    (955 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Okay!!! Las Palmas has officially been added to our work trip dinner rotation!! No…read morereservation...just a walk party of 6 and they had a table for us...as long as we could be out by a certain time...about an hour and a half after we walked in. We were there to eat so if they were going to wine and dine us in that amount of time, we were there for it!! Everything was delicious, everyone enjoyed their meals and drinks and we are so glad we found this location and made it happen! I was looking forward to dinner here the entire day and it was worth it!! We had the queso blanco...it's got a kick...worth it! My wagyu fajitas were perfectly cooked medium rare and soooo flavorful!! I was my dessert in my pjs back at the hotel...the sopapilla cheesecake and ice cream held up perfectly and was everything I wanted it to be!! It's a dark atmosphere in the bar area, but the vibes were so cool. It wasn't too loud to where people were having to scream to converse...but it was not intimate where you could talk across the table softly with the other person hearing. We are still talking about Las Palmas days later and can't wait until we are back in Dallas to bring more of our group here to enjoy delicious food and great service!!

    I came here for my birthday dinner with a couple of friends and overall had a really great…read moreexperience. A few important notes though: this place is SUPER loud, especially upstairs, so if you are trying to take your older parents somewhere for a nice dinner where you can actually catch up and have a conversation, this might not be the spot. Also, avoid the upstairs dining room if anyone has mobility issues. The stairs are a little sketchy in that dark space because you basically have to TRUST there is another stair step in front of you even though you can't see it. And a heads up, do not wander into the wrong bathroom upstairs like my husband did because the "men's" and "ladies" signs upstairs are also nearly impossible to read in the dark! But honestly, those are really my only complaints... The service and food were both very good. We had a couple of ordering fumbles. We got the regular queso, and then immediately watched another table get the tableside flaming queso and we were seriously bummed. Like, really bummed. That is definitely what I will be ordering next time. The chips and smoky salsa were excellent!! - and I always appreciate when everyone gets their own little portion of salsa so everyone can double dip without feeling like a heathen. I ordered the wagyu fajitas (the half portion), and it was still easily enough food for two people. I will say the meat was more like a filet mignon texture and less like the flavorful fajita meat I was expecting. My friend's pork fajitas were actually much better and had more flavor. When the manager stopped by to check on us, I had to announce my own birthday because apparently my friends were not going to help me out with that (some friends, huh?). They brought out a complimentary sopapilla cheesecake with a candle, which was a very nice touch. All in all, I loved the place and totally understand the hype. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time. There is valet parking, but we found easy parking across the street. I cannot wait to come back and try that flaming queso!

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    4.1
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    0.7 mi
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    It had been several decades since my last visit to Mia's Tex-Mex, and since my wife and I were in…read morethe area, we decided to stop in. Wow--things have definitely changed! I remember when they were located further down Lemmon Avenue in a much smaller space. They've since moved uptown, and the new digs are beautiful and very inviting. After we were seated, our server, Ruben, greeted us with a warm smile. We were especially excited since we arrived just in time to catch their lunch specials--and there are plenty of great ones to choose from. We started with a couple of frozen margaritas and a cup of queso while browsing the menu. The margaritas were spot-on--not wimpy at all, with just the right kick. And the queso? Absolutely outstanding--some of the best we've had in a long time. The salsa was excellent as well. My wife chose the lunch-sized chicken quesadillas, while I went with the #7 lunch special, which included a cheese taco, a chicken enchilada, and a beef enchilada topped with chili con carne. Our meals arrived after a short wait, and everything exceeded expectations. My wife was thrilled with the portion size--it was just right--and she was all smiles after her first bite. The chicken fajita meat was tender, flavorful, and perfectly marinated. My lunch special hit the spot and delivered exactly what I was craving. We had a fantastic experience at Mia's Tex-Mex. Ruben took excellent care of us throughout our visit, and we'll definitely be back again soon!

    Best camarones a la diabla I have ever had. Plus, amazingly well cooked and seasoned white rice and…read morevegetables - which would normally be a throwaway anywhere else. AND, the server heated up fresh tortillas for me when I asked him for some on the side. SO. Good. White queso was perfect. Brisket tacos were fantastic; I didn't get them this recent visit but I've had them numerous times when I took out-of-towners here. Chips and salsa are also top notch. Service could not have been better. Portions are generous. I will come back here again when I am in the area.

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    Doce Mesas

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    4.0
    (563 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    The food here was great! But the service here was bizarre to say the least. We had actually booked…read morea reservation at another Doce Mesas location, but I did't know there was another location. So thinking we showed up for our reservation, this location says they don't take reservations. They stop at is anyway, which was nice. We were seated on the porch, and here's where things got weird. We ordered our drinks and when the drinks were delivered, we said we were ready to order, and the waitress, hesitated and then said she would be back. Kinda strange, but eventually we had our order taken. I ordered a mango agua fresca which was pretty good. The complementary chips and salsas were also really good. For an entree I had the Tempura Fried Fish Tacos. These were very good and the coleslaw served with them was very good- crunch and bright. Overall the food here is pretty solid. The service was a bit off, but not a deal breaker, just be prepared to wait a while to have your order taken.

    I justttttt could not love this place more. Mezcal margs, chips and various dips, and banging…read moreshrimp tacos. The service is so polite as well. What more could a girl want? I would like to mention that they nickel and dime you pretty hard. There's a split plate fee and they voluntarily brought out veggies for my GF friends when they inquired if they could eat the chips, but they ended up charging us $6 for it. Not the end of the world, but good to note!

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    4.0
    (623 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Celebrating our 1-year anniversary at The Mexican was nothing short of extraordinary…read more From the moment we walked in, the energy, attention to detail, and genuine passion for excellence were evident in every aspect of the experience. The food, cocktails, atmosphere, and service came together to create an unforgettable evening. A special shout-out to Ashley, whose hospitality and mastery behind the bar elevated our celebration even more. Her knowledge of her craft, warm personality, and thoughtful recommendations made us feel truly welcomed and valued. It's rare for me to give an establishment a perfect score, but this one has earned it without hesitation. 10/10--an exceptional dining experience and the perfect place to celebrate life's special moments. Thank you to the entire team for making our anniversary so memorable. We can't wait to return!

    If Gloria's and Texas de Brazil had a baby--with proper valet service--this would be it…read more Upscale, classy, and packed with top-tier service, it's the perfect date-night spot. It was my first visit, and it was absolutely worth the wait. I've seen all the Instagram posts, and I finally got my chance to experience it for myself. Since it was Taco Tuesday, I had to order the tacos and the ceviche. I snagged a cozy corner seat so I could take in the entire atmosphere, and everything was spot on. The food was delicious, the ambiance was beautiful, and the bartender was even kind enough to take my picture. From the service to the vibe, this place exceeded my expectations. It will definitely be one of the first places I think of for a date night!

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    Lovely and comfortable bar area
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