The Ely Tortilleria is nestled in a cozy little strip mall of latino businesses. Their tacos and rice and beans are phenomenal, and the people (as in every tortilleria I've visited) are friendly -- especially if you speak Spanish (even if it's clunky, or just a little bit!) read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Chorizo Taco - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

We've been here three times in the last 4 weeks. Our first time was a Saturday and we ordered 6 chicken tacos and a chicken burrito. At first they reminded me of my favorite taco spot in Los Angeles. They have good flavor and the wait time wasn't long. It comes with a choice of sauces (I stick to salsa verde and avocado salsa). Hubby said the burrito was really good and he's tried a few places in Charlotte. Then, we went back twice for Taco Tuesday to get their $1.50 tacos. The first time we ordered 12 chicken tacos. This time we noticed a cartilage piece in like 2 of the tacos. The chicken was also different from that first experience (shredded chicken). The next time, we got 12 tacos but hubby tried some variety. We got 8 chicken, 2 asada, and 2 el pastor and a container of rice. This time the chicken tacos had way more cartilage, like a piece in every taco. They also ran out of the small containers of avocado salsa so we had to buy the larger one because what's a taco without salsa. read more

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This place is amazing. I love the atmosphere and people plus the food is amazing definitely recommend going here. read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Pastor Taco - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Food was amazing. Taco Tuesday deal is a lock. As a California native I come here every Tuesday.

The veggie tacos were average. The beans were soft but a little bland. The salsa helped bring out flavor. The place was clean and quiet.

Walked in with my boyfriend for lunch today. We've been wanting to try this place since moving to Charlotte and we weren't disappointed. This restaurant is for the real foodies. They serve tacos, quesadillas, burritos, tortas and they have combo plates. Not to mention, they have an array of meats you can buy by the pound so you can cook it up at home. I had the chicken burrito (basic I know) but I saw them making one right in front of me and I had to try. Inside the burrito: rice, chicken, pico, cheese and beans. The tables are shared tables. So if you go in and eat solo, someone may sit across from you. If you don't prefer that, then get it to go! They have an assortment of Mexican beers and drinks you can get as well. It was delicious! Can't wait to go back and try more things! read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Chicken burrito - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Hands down our absolute favorite taco place!! Definitely a hike in the wall place. Very authentic and family run. They have fresh fast tacos and plenty of other menu items. We always pick up extra food for other dinners and supplies from their butcher counter. $1.50 tacos on Tuesday is when we fill all the way up! read more

If you like authentic Mexican food, this place is so good! Heard about it from friends and decided to try it. Well that was an excellent recommendation! It is not only a restaurant to get cooked food, but it is also a market, where you can purchase grocery items. The tacos? AMAZING! So simple, yet so great! And they also have chicharrons, which are also AMAZING! I normally buy them both when I go. There are food cases with all types of foods to choose from - ribs, chicken, rice, etc. Inside, there are small tables on the market side, if you decide to dine in. If you go for lunch, there will be a line, but it will move very fast. You get a ticket for your order and pay when you receive your food. Above the prepared food, there is a tv screen that scrolls between English and Spanish, so you know what you would like to order. The servers making the plates are super quick and friendly. You won't be disappointed if you try this place! read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This hidden gem is a must do in Charlotte. We came for taco Tuesday and were welcomed with the best service. You can choose the toppings of your taco ans can get as many as you want for $1.50 a piece. We also got the rice and beans on the side which is served in a soup cup. I think it was the best rice and beans I ever had in Charlotte! Go check out the local business. Can't wait to try more of their menu items. read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Various Tacos with slices cucumbers, lime and grilled jalapeños. - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I love coming here, sometimes it gets busy but they don't lack flavor. It's one of those spots that's small and may lack attractiveness but it's affordable and tasty. They have taco Tuesday as well which is always a plus!! read more

I am Asian and not native to the system. I walk up to the meat counter and ordered a pound each of barbacoa and carnitas. I wasn't informed that it came mixed with other body parts. After receiving a ticket, I waited in line to pay for the food. When I showed up in front of the cashier ready to pay, she called out something in Spanish and pretended that she didn't see me. I am obviously lost on what I'm supposed to be doing at this moment, but she proceeded to check out another customer in front of me. There was quite a crowd there on a Friday evening, but thankfully, a decent human being (a customer waiting in line) told me that she'll call the number on the ticket to ring up. Be sure to revisit your Spanish numbers to remind yourself of what number to expect. When my number was called in Spanish, I went up to pay and also ordered a lb of corn tortillas and their hot sauce. The store felt like chaos with so many people getting food after work. The lack of directions in English made it even more complicated to navigate. Aside from the negative customer service, the meats that we received were really dry as well as combined with other body parts that weren't exactly to our liking (snout pieces and etc). The tortillas on the other hand look perfectly uniform, so much that they might just be the store-bought versions warmed up. The hot sauces were good and spicy. These were ok in tacos, but better as a queso dip because the dryness of the meats didn't affect the texture. I came here based on the reviews, but this was a disappointment given that the meats were really dry and the tortillas might be store-bought--yet don't quote me on that. read more

I tried this place out for the first time today! Recently moved to Charlotte and was recommended by coworkers! I'm satisfied. Very authentic (I need to learn Spanish ASAP) lol But on tuesdays they have a taco Tuesday deal on tacos for $1.49. I got three carne asada and a pint of ceviche for under $10! It is yummy! I'm in love & will definitely be coming here again for lunch on Tuesday's read more

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They got the jams here. Anything chicken or steak and you'll be quite pleased. Tortas are nice and fluffy and their rice is slap city. Parking is always a negotiation and seating can get hectic during prime time at lunch so be prepared to eat on your lap. Big groups will hard pressed at lunch if you number more than 4. But man the menu is oh so worth it. You won't regret it... read more

Little whole in the wall taco spot ! Tacos are authentic and tasty . Tuesdays they have $1.50 tacos . They have 2 location off N tryon.

Great Authentic Mexican food. Hidden gem! We got the carnitas tocos and chorizo tacos. Very good! read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Carnitas tacos - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This is probably the best burrito I've had in Charlotte. Brings me back to childhood from a burrito spot I used to have as a kid in New York. Service is very fast, food is amazing and price is reasonable. I had the carne asada burrito and I have no regrets, it comes with carne asada, rice, beans, cilantro, onions and shredded cheese. I'm ready to try all the other items in their menu. Give it a try, you will not regret it. Also ask for their green sauce, salsa verde. read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Carne asada burrito - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Doesn't look like much from the outside but trust me, the food is amazing! If you are looking for authentic Mexican food, this is the place to go. I ordered 3 tacos and some salsa for less then $5. (Go on Taco Tuesday and they are 99¢) It would be helpful to know a little bit of Spanish because the workers hardly speak any English. If not, there is someone there that can translate for you :) read more

cheap, yummy and authentic!!!! if you're mexican and looking for something that tastes like home def visit this place

By far, the Best AUTHENTIC Tacos in the Charlotte region.. reasonably priced, and great service in addition to that. I highly recommend.

So they have 2 spots on Tryon. Just FYI. I've been to both. It was recommended to me by a Mexican contractor we work with. He's also opening a restaurant in a different state so he knows the business. This is authentic as you can get in Charlotte. It def helps to know Spanish when ordering but they can understand you if you dont speak well. These tacos are absolutely phenomenal and in my opinion the best in Charlotte. This has little reviews so its still a well kept secret. But for the few that will find this review, absolutely try them read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - BL: Asada; BR: Pollo; TR: Carnitas; TL: Barbacoa. All phenomenal - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

prder 2 chicken tacos, and one barbacoa taco. absolutely delicious. not too pricey either. 10 for 3 legit tacos

I'm from south Texas so this was a surprise to find so far north. Food was great, had a bunch of meats and Spanish drinks. Definitely coming back before I leave home read more

Food is great but a bit expensive. Love the hot sauce. This place is how I imagine an authentic Mexican restaurant would be. Music and friendly people. read more

One of the best AUTHENTIC tacos/Mexican food in town. You will have to know some kind of Spanish as the entire staff speaks Spanish (but they do understand some English). Come here, you won't regret it. read more

some of the best Mexican food in Charlotte. its a simple place not really a sit down restraint. but tacos or burritos. but you can also get family style with park carnitas and babacoa by the pound. great salsas. yummy. i hav it on speed dial. during busy weekends the line takes 20 unites of people waiting to get food. Call in your order and it ready when you arrive. Highly recommended. Downtown Dan Dan de La Portilla read more

Wow. Worst service during my lunch today. I Ordered 3 tacos to go, however when it was time to ring me up..The Hella Rude a.. Lady decided to ring up 3 different Mexican workers orders before me, and yes they placed their order after me..Like my time wasn't valuble or because she thought this Black man can wait longer...So i left my order right there...and then since they didnt respect me for patrnizing their business. I called and placed a larger order 2 go and left that SH.T right there...Peace never 2 return...Try Respecting all your customer's regardless of their color of Skin...#plus hella Flies everywhere....Deuces read more

Ever since I moved to Charlotte, I've been looking for a good place to eat authentic Mexican food. The place is as authentic as it can get, small but it's amazing. The food is so good, I get a torta every time. They have Taco Tuesday's where tacos are only $1! I recommend this place 100%! Staff is bilingual so it helps customers who don't speak English! The prices are not bad at all! read more

Ely Tortilleria y Comida - Prices! - Tacos Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The best tacos in Charlotte. Everything is fresh, hot, and authentic. My go to is a set of al pastor, chorizo, and asada tacos. The prices are reasonable and the people are friendly. Spanish would be helpful coming here, but it's not necessary. read more

Fresh food! Very authentic. Crowded but worth it. Tacos and ribs were spectacular. Not super clean but risk was worth it ‍

TACO TUESDAY, y'all I only eat Carne Asada Tacos and these are the ones under the 99 cent tacos deal. These HIT the spot for sure and their green sauce, it's a HIT too y'all should try them out for sure! The Lengua ones I was told were $2 rather than the 99 cent ones when my brother asked since that's the only kind he likes. But it's still a deal when you think about it because it's as if I only paid $1.50 for each of my tacos since we both got 4 each. If you know the basic Spanish you should be good to go lol read more

Perhaps the reason this place has no previous Yelp reviews is that the employees don't speak much English. If you can order in Spanish, then this is a very good "authentic" Mexican restaurant. I ordered four different tacos which were all excellent, and significantly better than the tacos at El Taco Veloz down the block. And my total bill was under $10. I'd like to come back here and get a torta. read more

I LOVE EVERYTHING!!and the food is seasoned perfectly if u like flavorful foods n pretty big portions.great customers service!!!

So I go there to buy some tortillas. I have my wife and two kids. First time there. There's a sign flashing....taco Tuesdays .99 cents. I love tacos. Great deal...visited on the right night. I order 6 tacos lengua...6 tacos pastor...6 tacos triapa.& 4 tacos carne asada. 2 cokes and 1 Corona. They were good. Get to the cashier, she says $54.78. I ask how can that be? We ordered 20 tacos. Oh! The tacos that are 99 cents are only the carne asada. But the sign says .99 cents. It does not specify which ones. Oh! The lady behind the counter was supposed to tell you. Well...she didn't. My daughter is 12, my son is 3. I could have had a steak dinner for that amount. Not going to argue the point and I pay the bill. The tacos were good...like every other place that puts 1 ounce of meat on two tortillas. Not anything special or different. Surely not because I'm a gringo. Bottom line... Never again. Sad that you're ok ripping off your guests. read more