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    La Mexicana

    4.4 (61 reviews)
    InexpensiveGrocery, Mexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Good for kids
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    Easy to miss. No mention of a restaurant.
    Eugene A.

    Truly authentic Mexican food in Bristol PA. This place is so easy to miss, as it's in the back of a small Mexican grocery store. As you pass through the store, you can tell it's authentic. Once in back, there are three tables and a deli-type counter. You order by number with maybe 10 choices. My favorite is the chicken tacos that come three to an order with nicely seasoned chicken, cilantro and onion. The salsa verde is a wonderful compliment. The chicken quesadillas are also fantastic with such good queso cheese. Come git you some, just don't tell others. Great little joint that you'll want to keep to yourself.

    Chicken quesadilla, small salad with avacado and tomato, small side of Mexican rice. (All included with quesadilla) fucking banging !
    Nina M.

    They have very good authentic Spanish food. I recommend the Mexican rice and the chicken quesadilla. Also they have really good prices. Definitely will be coming back. I stop here during my school lunch breaks. Muchos gracias !

    Half my beef bo Burreto
    Les L.

    Stopped for a quick bite, small eat in area clearly not a restaurant. Bottles of soda and a 9 item photo menu. Got a beef burreto and the chicken quesadilla. Food is very good and for the serving size are right for the price

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    Let me start by saying that I'm not a huge fan of the toppings that are usually included on authentic Mexican tacos. I'm a huge lover of sour cream and although it isn't traditional on a lot of food, I absolutely love the flavor and creaminess that it brings to so many dishes, especially Latino food. The restaurant in the back of this Mexican grocery is one place that I've been wanting to go to for a while. The first time I went several months ago, I was met with closed doors because the hours listed on Google are not accurate. I came far too late. When I finally made it in today, I was astounded by the incredibly wide range of Mexican items they had at the grocery. It's awesome to find a place like this in Bristol. I ordered a set of 3 tacos el pastor and a set of 3 tacos carne asada. I didn't sit in as I knew I'd prefer to eat them in the comfort of my own home. Upon getting home, I added all included toppings to the tacos, but used my own sour cream. I first, however, took a bite before adding my own sour cream. The tacos were quite good, I'd say a solid 3.5/5. I only wished for the meat to be a bit more on the juicier side than the drier side. Adding the sour cream made the tacos a 4/5. The service was prompt and friendly. And of course, my mango Jarritos was a delicious addition to the food. I enjoyed going there and I'd love to go back at some point to really comb through the grocery portion of the place and see what good finds I can discover. There seems like so much to taste, from Mexican candies to drinks to other snacks.

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    DJ M.

    I was so thrilled to find this Mexican grocery store! Trying to find certain Mexican products in my area is like trying to nail jelly to a tree! Especially when it comes to making chili and needing the right peppers and adobo sauce. I literally look for certain products I need when traveling, just to stock up and have them on hand, but I don't need to do that anymore! The store is jam packed with rows and rows of anything Mexican you need, fresh peppers galore, huge jalapenos, dried peppers and peppers in you name it, be it jelly or hot sauce. Baked goods, candy, drinks, tortilla chips and corn or flour tortillas. They have a small deli area and I zeroed in on chorizo sausages, along with this I bought fresh peppers, pinto beans, refried beans, corn and flour tortillas, a four pound bag of maseca and lots of cans of chipolte peppers in adobo sauce! I know I'm hot and spicy already, but what's a little extra heat? The front parking lot will look empty, but they have the front door locked with a sign asking you to enter around back where you will find another parking area quite full. My sales slip reads Hatboro, I would consider this Warminster, maybe it's on the line. Thank you La Mexicana for coming to town! Gracias a Dios!

    Kathryn M.

    Let me start by saying that I am from California and know what amazing Mexican food is. I recently moved to PA and have been on the hunt for authentic Mexican food. I had a hard time finding La Mexicana but I was in a mission so I eventually found it. I used the address 224 Bristol Pike, Bristol PA. Not the address listed. Once I did that I found it just fine. Onto the review: I called ahead to double check that they were still in business and to see if they had a specific product I was looking for. I immediately was hung up on after asking my question. I tried calling 2 more times and they picked the phone up and hung up without saying a word. I decided I would just drive over there and see if I could find what I was looking for because calling was no help. I decided I would try food while I was there since I had been craving tacos for 5 months. I only tried the carne asada tacos this time as I was in a hurry but the were amazing. Definitely authentic which is what I was looking for. As far as food goes I would give them a 5. Their customer service on the phone leaves a lot to be desired. If there had been another Mexican grocery place within 20 miles of me I probably would have gone there instead just because of that.

    Brian L.

    La Mexicana is one of those half Mexican grocery half restaurant places. I've been here a couple times now and the food has been pretty delicious. So far I've tried the tacos and tostadas. The staff here is also very friendly. They have a pretty varied menu which will definitely give you a tough time deciding what to have if you've never been. Note: During the winter, they don't offer some of the items on their menu. Come by and check em out! Also, the address doesn't display properly. It is located in a small strip small across from the Golden Eagle Diner.

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    Juan M.

    I been living in Bristol for a year now (moved here from Los Angeles) and for a year I couldn't find a Mexican restaurant to save my life! I was used to being surrounded by them. But at last I found this place and after ordering some tacos de asada and a burrito de asada, I must say it was amazing. Just like home. I will be a regular from here on out. Definitely visit this place if you're in Bristol and are looking for a Mexican food restaurant. P.S love that they are also a mini market with a lot of Mexican product.

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    Authentic Mexican food. Great service. Carry out only. Everything on their menu is good. Ambiance is ok... like i said carry out only.

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    Yea this food is reallllllllllllllllllly good forreal I got some tacos and they were so goooooood

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    I come here at least 3 times a week for lunch absolutely amazing authentic Mexican food .

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    Tacos are so freakin good! The quesadillas are amazing too! Don't forget to get the guacamole with chips! It's to die for!

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    Authentic food delivered out of a hole in the wall location. Mexican street food done fast. Does not disappoint.

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    Amazing Mexican food and great quality and quantity. Their green salsa is incredible.

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    Delicious! Most authentic Mexican food I've had on the east coast.

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    Mill Street Cantina

    3.9
    (282 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Wanted Mexican food (actually margaritas lol) after bowling with friends and Mill Street was under…read more2 miles away from where we were so it was an obvious decision to try them out. The restaurant is in this cute little area with shops, restaurants and bars and is a popular destination because when we were leaving out after finishing our meal the place was jam packed and there was at least an hour wait (but no wait when we came in thankfully). It's important to note that this is NOT authentic Mexican food ... but it was pretty good nonetheless. The margarita flight was cute and gave us the ability to try a few flavors out before committing to a large one. The favorites were the white peach and pineapple margaritas (the other 2 in the flight were the traditional and prickly pear). We ordered the Crab Mexican Street Corn for an appetizer and while it was loaded with crab, it wasn't Mexican Street Corn ... it was seasoned corn with old bay and a few other ingredients topped with crab. I ordered the Steak & Shrimp Combo Fajitas which was a nice portion size (I took 3/4 home) and the flavors were pretty darn tasty, but when you order fajitas you expect the "sizzle" and these didn't have that nor were they have the right temperature ... they were just warm when I wanted and expected them to be hot. The refried beans were yummy despite them not looking too appetizing but the rice was too soft. Service was good overall and pricing was also reasonable. If we're in the neighborhood again and in the mood for margaritas we may just stop back in.

    I recently visited Mill Street Cantina twice and came away disappointed. It was highly recommended…read moreby a couple of friends. The inside was clean and the bar area I sat at although small was a decent spot to have a drink and grub. The staff was mostly young kids who were very nice. The chips and salsa they offer were boring. The salsas both roja and verde lacked flavor, mostly spice. The chips were fresh, but thick and bland. I think a thinner homemade style would work better. The first bartender I dealt with was great with the menu. She recommended several menu items. I ended up rolling with the Shrimp and Crab Enchiladas at $18 - jumbo lump crab, old bay cream cheese, tiger shrimp, cilantro and lime rice. The lime rice was worthless. It had zero flavor and was dry. The Enchiladas were creamy, but lacked spice and complexity. The tiger shrimp had a delicious grilled, moist flavor and were the best part. My second trip had a newer bartender who was getting her feet wet. She was friendly, but busy familiarizing herself with the bar so I went simple and ordered Birria Tacos - $15 Braised beef, onions, cilantro, lime Oaxaca cheese, consommé. The beef was dry and not tender. The shells were ok. The best part was the lime Oaxaca cheese and the consommé somewhat helped me get the beef down. The portion was very small. Not a good value in my humble opinion. The other patrons were mostly young and enjoying margaritas. I think booze is the draw to this spot. Without it your just getting average Mexican grub. Heck of a location in the Borough, but my visits left me longing for a hot pepper!

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    Taqueria y Pupuseria Noemy

    4.2
    (21 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Terrible. Talk about cheap. I've been a regular for a year+ and they want to nickel and dime you…read morefor everything. First, a small cup of sour cream was 50 cents for a while, now it's three dollars. $3. For a small, 4 ounce cup of sour cream. Wawa charges a quarter for a sour cream packet that has around the same amount of sour cream in it. The last straw was that the girl working there told me that every order gets one napkin. I asked for extra napkins and she handed me one more napkin. Then she goes, "how many napkins do you need?!" Extremely rude. Mind you, the food you guys serve is messy. God forbid someone needs 3, maybe 4 napkins. She looks at me like I had 3 heads. This is going to be the first place to start charging for napkins. The whole eat in portion of the store doesn't even have napkins. Very strange for a Latin eatery who Spanish food being as messy as it is. They don't even include plastic silverware anymore. Avoid at all costs. You can look up health department information on your own accord. It's not good.

    From its Salvadoran national blue and white on the exterior, to its bright lime green walls within,…read moreTaqueria y Pupuseria Noemy is a great and colorful place to settle in for excellent Central American cuisine on Farragut Street, Bristol, PA. Noemy herself was my server. Friendly, charming and proud of her business, she warmly engaged me in conversation as we toured the menu. I opted for her Fried Tacos, Strawberry Milkshake, Chips y Salsa. They were all terrific. It took a short while for my order to come from the Cocina, but as each arrived they were a sight to behold. First the Milkshake arrived, a beautiful bright pink in a large glass. Freshly blended, it was cool and strawberry delicious. Second, the Chips and Salsa were served in a plastic basket; crispy with brown spice bean sauce on top. I liked this far more than red or green salsa as it offered more rich earthy flavor. Finally, the Four fat Fried Tacos arrived on an oval ceramic plate with small side salad. They were stuffed with ground chicken, cheese and chiles and deep fried to a golden tan. Sure, they burnt my fingers as I picked them up to dip in salsa and chomp down, but it was a good burn that had me licking them for first aid. Just awesome! I sat for a while afterward as Noemy was busy in the kitchen, but we closed out my meal with a reasonable check and discount for cash. She invited me back, and I suspected I would accept her offer. 5 Salvadoran Stars for this most enjoyable experience.

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    El Limon Bristol

    El Limon Bristol

    4.0
    (69 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    I'd definitely go back. I stumbled on this gem because the spot I was going to go to for lunch…read morewasn't open yet. The food was incredible. The best tasting birra IMO (cannot emphasize IMO enough LOL, don't come at me if you don't like it). The service was fast and they were all so polite. The dining area was small so definitely get there sooner rather than later so you can get a spot to eat. The seating is first come first serve and you seat yourself. I love the music and vibes of this restaurant. I would definitely go back.

    Small, but mighty little Mexican restaurant close to the river in Bristol Borough. They have eight…read moreor so tables inside and several outside along the sidewalk. The staff here is extremely nice and the service was quick. BYOB. The menu has many typical offerings (quesadillas, fajitas, tacos, burritos, sopes, tostadas, enchiladas, chimichangas, tamales), but also Tortas and Alambre (think fajita with cheese and bacon). They also have a wide variety of meat types - tinga, chorizo, al pastor, lengua, carnitas, barbacoa, asada, tilapia, shrimp, etc. The food had a more authentic touch here. The tacos I had ($3.25 a piece) barbacoa - tender delicious juicy beef, carnitas - tender shredded pork, lightly seasoned and al pastor - marinated pork with pineapple & onions, were all fresh, sizable and tasty. I upgraded them to supreme .52 cents extra - lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and sour cream. The horchata was fresh and a perfect mix of cinnamon, sugar, milk with a medium body. I really enjoyed it. $3.50 On another visit, I took the waitresses advice and ordered the quesabirrias - $14.95 three corn tortillas dipped in birria consommé, filled with cheese and beef birria. Served with a Mexican style consommé, topped with onions and cilantro. They were a little drippy, but I appreciated the tenderness and flavor of the beef. The consommé was flavorful and added some needed complexity. My only critique is a lack of spice and pepper. In my humble opinion some chilis, jalapeno and hot sauce options at the table would take things up a notch. If you're looking for a laid back Mexican dining experience in the borough, El Limon is your spot. Thanks guys!

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    El Primo Plaza

    El Primo Plaza

    4.7
    (81 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$

    Very good food! We were in the area and looking for a good Mexican restaurant. There are a good…read moreamount of Mexican restaurants in the area but we came across this one in a strip mall. Before we entered the restaurant we were "distracted" by the vibrant ice cream store in the same strip. We walked in and were overwhelmed with all the ice cream options. Speaking to the owner, he said his family owns the EL Primo Plaza. We were on a mission for food, but will definitely visit the ice cream store in the future (our plan was after dinner, but dinner was so delicious and so filling, there was no room for dessert this time...better planning next time!). The restaurant is in a Mexican convenience store, but this is not your typical Mexican convenience store. They had so many options for everything. And they have this great bakery in the back before the restaurant. Everything looked SO good! In the back is a full sit down restaurant. We were seated and it is nicely decorated and has a view into the kitchen to watch them make the food. Our server promptly greeted us with some chips and what I think was a mole sauce. They were very tasty. We decided on a watermelon drink and shared mixed fajitas. The watermelon drink was fresh watermelon and it was very refreshing. The mixed fajitas came out piping hot, full of steak chicken and good sized shrimp. Sometimes at other places you get the baby cocktail shrimp, but these were a good size and nicely grilled and seasoned. You get a nice amount of sides to make your fajitas. There was so much food that we asked for extra shells at no additional cost! We thought we put a dent in the food, but we had so much still to take home. Everything was so fresh and seasoned well. The meat was nice and tender. There was a good amount of peppers and onions but it wasn't overpowered as sometimes also we have gotten fajitas elsewhere when there is mostly veggies and very little meat. We were absolutely stuffed by the time we left. Very good. We have added it to the list of places to return.

    Good is authentic Mexican food, they give you plenty to eat, you will probably need a dog bag, they…read morealso have a store to buy Mexican products and bakery. Just go try it. Prices medium to high

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    La Patrona

    La Patrona

    4.6
    (16 reviews)
    37.3 mi

    Absolutely!! I was waiting for my kids' haircut and this was right across the lake. Wonderful…read moretacos de lengua; seasoned right and you know the horchata is good when they serve it in these containers

    La Patrona is located in what looks to be an old connivence store across the street from the lake,…read morea stones throw (if you are NFL QB with a rocket arm) from the Lake house resturaunt on Porchtown road a mile down the road from the franklinville Inn. The building itself is a festive bright Orange color. I was greeted warmly by the owner as I walked on. The dining room had about a dozen tables but I got our order to go. It had an open kitchen with a small bar section so you could eat right where they cook. It was decorated in traditional Mexican decor. Now for the food, I ordered the enchiladas , one with Verde sauce and the other with Molé. The food smelled wonderful as I opened the bag and it looked just as delicious. The tortillas were fresh and homemade and the flavor was on point. The verde sauce had a great flavor and had just enough kick to make me know there was some spice. It was covered in lettuce and cheese and specked with diced tomato. The chicken was moist and tasty. The Molé sauce was deep and rich and had excellent flavor. It came with beens and rice. The beans were light colored and not black beens and the rice was standard Mexican rice. Overall it was really good. I will be going back again. They accepted debit cards but also had an ATM in the corner. The only drawback is that they didn't have any menus to give me so I will have to search that up on the inter webs. A small inconvenience for a wonderful meal.

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    Tacos de lengua
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