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    Karla’s Taco Shop

    4.3 (48 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 9:50 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Arizona burrito
    Jordan H.

    A very hefty burrito with plenty of meat. Red and green salsas both were pretty alright. I'd come back if I'm in the area.

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    CJ L.

    The supreme burro is mega YUM. This place being so close to CSL Plasma is PERFECT as I'm usually starving post plasma donation. The food is served fairly quickly as it has a counter order system similar to fast food. My only hang up is the furniture needs some repairs. The place is by no means dirty but the dinged up furniture and inner walls makes it seem dingy. BUT AGAIN the food is delish and the only way for them to improve their facilities is to bring them your business and money for repairs/newer things!

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    M M.

    This place used to be Los Favoritos and I liked it then. They got new ownership but everything seems to be the same. The salsas taste the same. I went on a Sunday about 11am. There were only two people there. They let me bring in my own coffee. I had an egg, potato, bean, cheese breakfast burrito. I added guacamole. I had the complimentary water. The burrito was very, very good. Maybe excellent but I'm only giving them four stars so in accordance, I'l say very, very good. Tortilla was thin and pliable. Potatoes/hashbrowns were pretty crispy, considering they were wrapped in a tortilla. I cut my burrito in half and the cross section didn't reveal that all the ingredients were scrambled together but instead, cooked separate and placed in the burrito. The red salsa rules. Sidenote: The punx (up da punx) say this place uses lard in the tortillas and beans. I didn't ask because I know da punx to be diligent. So it's prob not vegetarian and def not vegan. Service was decent, friendly. Food came in about ten minutes. When no one was there, it was nice. I dined in and knew I'd be sitting for a bit. About 11:30am, all the college students must've woke up and the place was packed. It wasn't totally annoying but it wasn't as peaceful as it was when it was empty. Go early if you're not into crowds. No wifi but I was able to jump on another close company's free wifi. I'll come back as I have when it was Los Favs.

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    John S.

    Always am amazing service and high quality food served by even better people. My go to is Cali burrito, and don't forget the red & green sauce.

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    2 months ago

    Burritos are amazing. Very flavorful, nice thin tortilla, and HUGE portion. They definitely don't skimp on the meat inside.

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    Quick service, great prices, amazing breakfast burritos!!!! Just double check hours to make sure they're open before you go.

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    11 months ago

    Food is good but the counter worker isn't friendly at all. Maybe she needs some customer service training?

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    I was hoping for a more authentic Mexican restaurant but I was typical as a filibertos Food was ok

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    2 years ago

    The best carnitas! Always great food and great service every time. Our weekend go to.

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    Pretty good chorizo burrito , red sauce is pretty hot so take it easy. The location is great , not too much riff raff.

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    Fast friendly service and a really good breakfast burrito at a reasonable price. Will go back when I have a chance.

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    4.7(170 reviews)
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    I used to live in Phoenix, and I tried this place for the first time literally the same week I was…read moremoving to Denver. Out of all the restaurants I had before leaving Arizona, THIS ended up being one of the places I couldn't stop thinking about after I moved away. Ever since leaving, I've randomly craved these tacos constantly. I've tried other taco spots in Denver hoping something would compare, but honestly nothing really hit the same. So when I came back out to Phoenix recently to visit some friends, this was one of the first places I knew I needed to come back to because I had built it up so much in my head over time. And somehow... it was just as good again. The meat tastes incredibly fresh, flavorful, and well-seasoned, and you can literally watch them prepare everything right in front of you, which makes the whole experience even better. There's something so satisfying about seeing the tacos being made fresh instead of food just appearing from the kitchen. You can tell they care about quality and consistency. The servers were also super friendly and welcoming both times I came here, which honestly makes such a difference. Everyone had great energy, the service was quick, and the whole place just feels inviting and authentic. I honestly think the fact that I remembered this place so vividly for so long says everything. Usually when you revisit a restaurant after hyping it up in your head for years, it ends up disappointing you. But this place tasted exactly how I remembered it, fresh, flavorful, comforting, and absolutely worth the obsession. Safe to say this place is officially a mandatory stop for me anytime I'm back in Phoenix now.

    So happy to find a taco spot with fresh hand made tortillas…read more Very cute & bright Mexican vibe inside. The staff was very friendly, service was quick! Seemed like a very pretty part of Tempe as well. We tried asada, fish taco, carnitas, gobernador and costra. My top 2 were the carnitas then the fish, My husbands favorite was the gobernador (which was grilled shrimp & marlin) My only critiques: The breaded fried fish was slightly too oily and the asada was a bit tough. This could be situational though as we've only been once I'm not a huge fan of day of the dead/shrine situation.

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    Taco Chelo - Really cool vibe inside

    Really cool vibe inside

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    Costra Taco - get it!!!

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    Piña Colada Agua Fresca - very tasty

    Anayas - Beer battered fish on top of a cilantro lime rice

    Anayas

    4.3(198 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately it was a total flop. We ordered a kids…read moreburrito, ceviche and another burrito. Their ceviche was good but I don't recommend eating it with the tostadas they serve it with. It was better with their table chips. The price doesn't justify the portion of it. The serving was very small and you should honestly be getting more than that. The burritos were sadly not memorable. How can you mess up a burrito?! It wasn't very busy either to have an inattentive waiter either. I don't know if it was maybe an off day to come in? But I won't be returning.

    I'm an Arizona native, and a self proclaimed Mexican Food snob…read more Añayas is in a strip mall behind a Circle K, so it's easy to overlook, but it's a true gem of the neighborhood! It's quaint, never a wait, and it has become our family go-to. We always have wonderful service and great meals with freshly prepared ingredients. The shrimp dishes are incredible, remnant of Puerto Peñasco with shrimp that "pops" (if you know good shrimp, you know what I mean!) They have Negra Modelo on draught (hard to find that!), and their margaritas are delish. You can't go wrong with chimichangas or combo platters! They have moles on the menu but we typically opt for more traditional Sonoran style. If you are on the search for amazing traditional Mexican food in South Tempe - you found your spot!

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    Anayas - Bar area

    Bar area

    Anayas - Weekly special

    Weekly special

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    Taqueria Mi Casita - A huuuge quesadilla!

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    4.4(764 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    I've been in a couple of times now and I think their tacos are so delicious! Their tortillas are…read moreeven softer than most places I've been. Some of my favorite tacos are their Cabeza, Buche, and Asada. I also think their menudo on the weekend is fantastic too! Service is always fantastic, whenever we come in they always remember my boyfriend and say hi to him. Lol The restaurant is cute, alot of collected items throughout the place and somehow it just goes well.

    After a grueling, long shift, I was starving...And then someone recommended me this place since it…read moreopened late. So after clocking out I drove there and I was surprised it was right next to Kim Thao's Bakery. I had never seen this place until I got there. Inside, the ambiance gives a very authentic Mexican vibe with a lot of decor. I got the 3 cabeza tacos which was cow meat from the head. I wasn't hesitant in trying because why would I not? The tacos were really flavorsome. The meat combine with the toppings and lime made it seem like it was like any other beef taco. So after eating all 3, I ordered 3 more...After the first visit, I went back a different time to try their burritos. On the other hand, the burritos were very pricey...I ordered a beef tongue burrito which ran me about 20$....but, they are packed heavily. The beef tongue had a consistency like chicken which I like. But sometimes some of the meat had a rubbery texture. Everything I ate there was very delicious as I could taste the quality. I think this spot is authentic as it has great portion sizes however, I do think it can be pricey. Would I come here again? Yes, but just for the tacos. My next visit, I would definitely try the carnitas and cabeza tacos again. Overall, I rate this place a strong 7/10. sorry. I don't have pictures anymore...had to delete photos for storage space :( Adam Nguyen Copyright 2026 - All Rights Reserved.

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    Taqueria Mi Casita - Lots of seating inside

    Lots of seating inside

    Taqueria Mi Casita - Cabeza nachos!!

    Cabeza nachos!!

    Taqueria Mi Casita - Interior has a lot of flair

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    Interior has a lot of flair

    Los Sombreros

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    4.3(394 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    My dad, my boyfriend, and I went to dinner at Los Sombreros tonight and it was fantastic. Our…read moreserver said they were the only one working tonight and that they'd take care of us, and they sure did. The parking lot outside was parking so we thought we may have to wait, but inside was not busy yet and we were seated immediately. I ordered the smoked chicken enchilada as I saw it was a Yelp favorite and it was delicious. I ended up taking half of it home since we all filled up on chips and salsa before our meal. This restaurant is decorated so cutely. I love how there is a Baja influence with all the surf boards but also southwest appeal. There is plenty of seating and tables for big groups. Even with other people yapping around us, the noise level was perfect to enjoy company. 10/10 would recommend.

    This restaurant is MUST visit! We enjoyed some delicious drinks, entrees, and an app! We were…read moreseated immediately upon arriving in their super cute space; there was both indoor and outdoor options on a Sunday evening! There were heaters available if we needed them, as we sat outside. Our amazing and friendly server offered to turn the heaters on for us, but we didn't need them. I enjoyed a Oaxacan Old Fashioned (on the sweeter side, but that's what I like), we had the Elote (BEST I'VE EVER HAD), and I also had the Carne A La Tampiquena. Everything tasted amazing and was served fresh and in a timely manner. We will most certainly be back (and you should visit, too!)!

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    Los Sombreros
    Los Sombreros
    Los Sombreros

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    El Jefe Tacos

    El Jefe Tacos

    4.1(411 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Kitchen open late
    Vegetarian friendly

    Food was exceptionally flavorful and seasoned well. We ordered the ramen, tacos, and the Phoenix…read moreroll. We went to here as they were one of the late night spots still open. *This along with a hibiscus drink (large) and a cola! Approximately 50$. * Service was simple, kind, order at the register- type of spot. Ambiance wasn't busy for a Sunday night but the vibes were there, and I can imagine they get busy and can handle a lot with the seating options they have.

    I've been ordering from El Jefe in Tempe for the last 4 to 5 years as we live fairly close. We love…read morethe tacos especially with doing the family meal for street tacos! The meats are so good. We also use to love the sushi side. During Covid, we tried the sushi for the first time. We were hesitant as it's a Mexican joint, right? Not a Japanese specialty shop. So to my surprise, I couldn't believe the sushi especially the Las Vegas roll and their Nigiri cuts were pretty dang good. My disappointment seems to be this last year with the sushi just hasn't been the best or fresh tasting. The Las Vegas roll was always nice and warm but with an awesome cold center and fried to perfection and the sauce just right. Lately it's been the opposite. Super over fried were all you can taste is old burnt oil and it dried out and the sauce just bland and not helping at all. The other thing that bothers us is the lack of wasabi they give! If you're not going to give us full flavor, at least give more wasabi to help mask. I will say they give you plenty of soy sauce packets (just barely any wasabi).

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    El Jefe Tacos
    El Jefe Tacos
    El Jefe Tacos - El jefe box

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