Hidalgo Restaurante

I loved the table side guacamole!!!!! The service was great and helped with picking out food. And…read morethe atmosphere is iniiteing and fun.

Food was decent, but the customer service is honestly terrible. Easy 1/10. I'm literally sitting in…read morethe restaurant writing this review because the service has been that bad. My waiter acts like helping customers is a burden. Long waits, being rushed and zero communication make that make sense, empty drinks, and you have to chase someone down for basic things like forks!!! Good service matters just as much as the food, and this place completely missed the mark. Definitely won't be back.

That's the real cheddar with the outrageous crunchy beef taco

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The front of the menu

La Herradura Taqueria Mexicana

4.7(40 reviews)

0.6 mi

Don't want to really review it so it stays off the radar. But so far, I have been in the area for a…read moreyear and this is the best spot for tacos and menudo by a pretty large margin. Small, but it's okay. Sit, eat, leave. Music is always great. The service is always on point. Been here 9/10 times and will continue to come back.

Came for a taco dinner for my uncle! They set aside a table for the large party, and played…read morebirthday music upon request for my uncle! This place is small and does fill up but seems like most do take out. Parking is a bit tight and limited to street parking, but on a rainy day, there was plenty available. Staff was very friendly and attentive to getting us drinks, more tacos, and checking in on us~ my family speaks Spanish, and staff are fluent and native speakers of Spanish. Central fall caters to a mostly Hispanic population, so it's very welcoming. My partner speaks english, and with his limited Spanish, he ordered with no issue and the staff understood him well. My burrito was customized to my preference which had the cheese, rice, avocado, and no crema. Sounds very restrictive if that's just how my diet is, and I'm so glad they complied and gave me a delicious burrito! The meat was savory and tasty and the table had a container with three different sauces. The hottest was the dark red, and it was super good! I actually finished the whole meal and didn't feel too heavy. It was satisfying. The tacos were tasty, messy, but good. My partner ordered two more and he was too focused on his food to take a picture. For drinks, I got a seasonal drink called Atole Chanpurrado, which is made from corn flour, corn starch, and milk along with cinnamon. There are many versions, but this restaurant had the traditional one. It was super tasty and warm, very enjoyable on a cold rainy day. It was very homey!

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Tacontento

4.3(82 reviews)

1.3 mi

One of the best places around with amazing food. The owner I believe who was at the register was…read morethe most accommodating & friendliest person. Went above and beyond, and they deserve the recognization for that alone. The vibes are amazing & you are treated like family!!!

After always driven bye I finally decided to stop in , wish I didn't , my corn tortillas weren't…read morecooked , I ordered tacos and a Gordita (steak). Was so greasy , it was like the kid cooked it and scooped the grease and steak in the taco,instead of draining the meat, I actually got sick from all the grease , and I'm just stating facts not talking shit, and my avocado that I paid extra for was rotten. Poor very poor , won't be going back, and I am kitchen manager at a restaurant, I know what I'm talking about , next time cook the tortilla , to wear it has a little color on them , drain your meat , and if the avocado's are rotten don't serve them , thank you

Setting area

Chicken burrito

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Menu (partial)

Tuxpan taqueria

4.8(102 reviews)

0.4 mi

There's nothing better than a family run Taqueria. Their Birria tacos are to die for. Don't skip…read morethe fresh squeeze lemonade. Pro tip. Visit the liquor store right across the street and get a couple of nips of tequila for the lemonade

Tuxpan Taqueria leans towards authentic rather than trendy. I can respect that…read more But the pricing feels out of proportion to what you actually get. The tacos and burritos are small, and while they're good, they're not at a level where the cost makes sense. At this price point, I expected either noticeably higher-end ingredients or something that really stands out beyond a solid taco/burrito. It ends up feeling like you're paying premium prices for a pretty standard portion and experience. Not bad food at all, just not a place I'd go to regularly given the value

Various tacos served with tasty sauces - red is very spicy!

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El Paso Restaurant

4.6(115 reviews)

1.2 mi

They have never failed me…read more I've been over 10 times, always an amazing meal. Great for families, dates, or brunch with friends! Highly recommend their street corn! Birria tacos! Guac! I love their margaritas and their chips and salsa is delicious! I would say they have the best Mexican food around. Only time I had bad service was on the cinco de mayo, but that is understandable.

After living in Rhode Island for almost 4 years, I can honestly say tonight was the first time a…read morerestaurant truly wowed me. We attended a small graduation party here this evening, and everything from start to finish was outstanding. The restaurant was spotless, beautifully festive, and had such a welcoming atmosphere. The service was absolutely top level -- attentive, friendly, and organized all night long. But the real star was the food. Our party of 10 all received the correct meals, which is impressive on its own, but every single dish came out hot, fresh, comforting, and packed with flavor. Not one complaint from anyone at the table. This was one of those rare dining experiences where everything just clicked. I honestly cannot wait to come back again.

Front counter for checking in

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Large dining booths

El Mariachi

4.3(104 reviews)

4.2 mi

Great service great drinks great food. Get the chimichanga…read morewith the cheese sauce on top and you won't be disappointed!

The dryest and blandest enchiladas I've ever had. Others in our group also commented on how bland…read morethe food was. Good for very old people, I guess?

Poor mariachi trumpet player is on time out.

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Made right at your table so you can adjust to your liking!

Tallulah's Taqueria

4.3(950 reviews)

4.0 mi

Huge tacos and absolutely delicious carnitas burritos... Just got word that this place will be…read moreclosing this week- a sad day for Rhode Island taco and burrito lovers. Will miss the service and ambience, and mostly- the food! It's the end of an era!

They are closed y'all- they had a great run and will be deeply missed in the city of Providence!…read moreCheers to their next chapter!

Carnitas and chicken

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Tacos Don Nacho

4.1(196 reviews)

0.1 mi

The food is outstanding, and the service is fast, friendly, and efficient. From the moment you walk…read moreup, you can smell the delicious food from outside, which sets the tone for what's inside. The aroma alone is enough to make you excited to eat, and the meal definitely lives up to it. Highly recommend!

Overall food is very tasty, I love the chicken tacos . They do pack the tortillas with a good…read moreamount of meat however they did make their tortillas smaller compared to 4 years ago. One incident of " never receiving my order" and no I did not call any other location. Outside of that service and atmosphere is okay not over the top just efficient which is normal . Cash + card payment - parking sucks is the biggest downside!!!!!

Window where you order and menu board

Carne Asada tacos

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Carne Asada tacos

Bandidos Mexican Restaurant

4.2(112 reviews)

7.2 mi

My husband and I joined another couple, we had the tableside guacamole, which was delicious! Our…read moreserver took care of all our needs. The music is a little loud, but it adds to the fun atmosphere. All the meals came out in a timely manner. We will continue to be "regulars"!

Great margaritas! I've came two times since my review years ago, and I will say the food has gotten…read morebetter. Service is still very good, and someone is always around when needed. If you can help it avoid the weekends... the parking area in the city can fill up quickly, and could be an issue. Going early or during the weekdays is the easy fix to that, but regardless I will say you should out Bandidos if you're looking for a good Mexican restaurant in the area.

Vibe

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Delish margaritas

Taqueria Lupita

4.3(138 reviews)

0.6 mi

This place has the most delicious mole I've had on the East Coast. It warms my soul! This is such a…read morelovely little family owned spot with authentic flavors.

It has been a while since I have been but it's still the same owners same spot and it's has always…read morebeen mouthwatering yummily delicious!!!

Carne asada tacos

Chilate de pollo

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Tostadas de camarones

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Cristina M.

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2

7

12 years ago

Ay variedad de platillos la carne es fresca y todo se cocina al instante. ...todos los platillos son acompañado s de arroz , frijoles, ensalada. .... read more

Kelly V.

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8

1

9 years ago

Terrible customer service!!!!!!! The food is ok.....but with that kind of service I won't be coming back....

Hidalgo Restaurante - mexican - Updated September 2026

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The food is outstanding, and the service is fast, friendly, and efficient. From the moment you walk…read moreup, you can smell the delicious food from outside, which sets the tone for what's inside. The aroma alone is enough to make you excited to eat, and the meal definitely lives up to it. Highly recommend!

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