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    Jefe Juan's

    4.7 (33 reviews)

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    Pork tacos
    Candice C.

    This is a hidden jewel. Pork tacos are the best in the world! Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Not to be missed

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    Shuné D.

    This is among one of the many gems within this back alley bar/restaurant street known as Wharf Street in Portland, Maine. Decided to come here for a quick bite to eat - tacos and a drink. This cozy bar is lined with money decor and great ambient music. This place was a vibe! The tacos were fire! I had a passionfruit margarita and it was perfect! I would do it again. I can say that this bar is a clean environment also, as they happen to be cleaning the floors and back bar area halfway into our visit there. The bartender was personable and friendly. This place hit the spot after a full day of on foot exploring.

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    Alexa H.

    Went on a Sunday night not too busy but not empty. They had football playing and played baseball later in the night. They had an amazing deal on delicious tacos only $6 for 3!!! That's a crazy deal. My marg was only $9 which is also crazy now a days. Great first place for us in Portland! The bar tender was also very great!

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    Maitina M.

    Relatively new bar that opened right when COVID hit. We decided to swing by on a whim for some drinks. The bartender was nice and attentive. The place had a rustic look to it. It was rich with signed one dollar bills that we partook in. The alley it's in is quite quaint. It's lined up with bars and restaurants. Definitely worth a visit, especially if the intent is to bar hop.

    Ranch Water & Paloma

    Really nice little dive on Wharf St. Andrew is the best bartender - a friendly face and a great cocktail.

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    Diane R.

    Fabulous hole in the wall with the best burritos and margaritas!!! Love the old port vibe.

    El Jefe Margarita and the special Spicy Mango Margarita.
    Robyn D.

    Amazing atmosphere and drinks! Very welcoming and clean safe environment! I will be back!

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    Linda D.

    Such an awesome place. Super chill staff (Sarah makes the best margs), awesome music, and AMAZING drinks... what more do you need? If you are looking for a non fancy spot to hang out, definitely check it out!

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    Soooo good. Can't miss this place and the ras margs. Also got a cute bartender with a beard.

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    Lobster burrito??? Absolutely unreal, best thing to be had in Portland. Excellent atmosphere and phenomenal staff. 10/10

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    Bartender was super cool and she was well skilled at making the drinks. We just had the chips and guac, but the drinks we had were amazing.

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    The bartender was awesome and the food was even better. Simple menu done to perfect! Will definitely be back!

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    I will start this off by saying that I never would expect this small establishment to serve some of…read morethe best tacos that we have been privy to in a long time! It is a quaint and small and unsassuming place that packs 'em in tight but the great thing is that I was able to book a reservation ahead of time for a Friday night and we were able to be seated right away and our adventure begins. There were many vegan options for my better half and she also got a non alcoholic margarita that she enjoyed tremendously. I got three different styles of tacos and appetizers and they were divine ... (Pork Belly, Carnitas, Fried fish taco) The ambiance and the energy of the place was fantastic with the server being very good at what he did. We will definitely be back!

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    Updated review for the Salterito food truck in the parking lot of Allspeed on Brighton Ave. The…read morecarnitas burrito and Three Amigos tacos (1 chicken, 1 pork, 1 steak) tasted very good! I could've done without the lettuce in the burrito, and I did remove 1 star because it was falling apart when I got home and I ended up having to use my own (store bought) tortilla, which was disappointing after paying $17 for a burrito. Even so, everything was super flavorful! Tacos would be my recommendation to others. I also very much appreciate that the food is all authentic and handmade, they had picnic tables in the shade for seating, and the chef was welcoming and happy to explain the menu options.

    Saw this food truck on Brighton the other day and had to make a quick turn in to the parking lot to…read morescore myself some Latin cuisine! I have heard great things and was really hoping they had pupusas available on the truck... but no such luck. Only tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. That's ok because the very kind gentleman on the truck made the 3 Amigos sound really good! It's one pork, one beef, and one chicken taco on homemade tortillas with the standard fixings - onion, cilantro, guac, and salsa. I will say that the homemade tortillas are very good, though different than most I've had. They are soft to the point of almost being creamy? Very very rich, reminded me of the base of a sope. The meats were absolutely delicious and grilled and full of flavor. I loved both the pork and the beef, though the fattiness could've used an extra lime or two. I took one bite of the chicken taco and got a couple little bones, so I didn't eat the rest of that one. The sauces were good, though I was told one of the sauces was VERY VERY hot and I didn't detect a lot of spiciness from it. I think overall, I could've used double garnish, double lime, and a lot of extra heat. There are no prices on the board so I was thinking three tacos would come to like $10 - $12. Turns out they are $20 before tax, holy moley. I admit that my expectations were high before I even took a bite, because that price point is a little crazy. I am super curious about the brick and mortar because I'm sure it's a different experience with the food truck. These tacos were definitely tasty enough to do some more research!

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    If you're in Portland and haven't been to Terlingua yet, you're missing out. I've been several…read moretimes and I make a point to bring every out of town guest there because it's not just a meal, it's an experience. This weekend I took my best friend and it was perfect, even in the middle of winter. The deck is still open with plenty of space heaters and even heated seat cushions. We actually got so warm we had to peel off layers, which feels like a small miracle in Maine. The two of us love a marg & taco outing, and make a point to scope out the best of the best. We started with chips and salsa and some queso, which were the perfect kickoff. Then we ordered the street corn succotash, my absolute favorite. It's packed with flavor and topped with the most delicious, salty cotija cheese that pulls everything together. I crave that dish. We split the smoked brisket tacos and the smoked pork carnitas tacos, and both were outstanding. The meat was smoky and tender, the flavors were bold without being overdone, and every bite delivered. And the margaritas? Excellent and refreshing. Exactly what you want alongside that food. On top of all that, the staff is consistently wonderful. Every single time we've gone, our waitstaff has been charming, attentive, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. They strike that perfect balance of checking in without hovering, and they make you feel welcome from start to finish. Terlingua never disappoints. Great atmosphere, incredible food, thoughtful touches that keep you cozy even in winter, and a team that clearly cares about the experience.

    I really wanted to like it. I had convinced my family to drive an hour here for my birthday and…read moreman, what a disappointment. There is zero atmosphere in the joint, wait staff weren't rude but seemed run off their feet, and the food was all served lukewarm at best. The tortilla soup was awful and served cold. My son - who demolishes food at every bbq place we go to - decided halfway through that he'd had enough and after trying his food I could tell why. Bland. Like I said, I really wanted to like the place but can't say I'd ever suggest anyone goes here. A flavor-free experience. It's also very expensive and not giving an itemized bill as the check is very sketchy.

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