Visited Minero on a random Saturday night with my girlfriends and enjoyed ourselves. We were just on the hunt for some drinks after sushi and a Sephora run when we stumbled upon Minero. With most businesses at PCM closing, they stood out with guests strolling in and out despite the time. We were greeted and quickly seated and I was surprised to see a number of parties scattered about the slim corridor of seating options. We snagged a booth that was perfect for our party of 4. Because we weren't there for food, this review isn't focused on a full dinner experience. We did order the crab dip and the dip trio. All were delicious! It was super disappointing that chips and salsa weren't complimentary like we're used to, but I can imagine a long list of reasons why they wouldn't. The salsa was a touch sweeter than I like but the consistency was great, the queso was amazinggg and I'm not usually a cheese dip girly. For drinks, we all ordered different types of margaritas with me opting for the spicy margarita. Our drinks came out about 10 minutes later, freshly blended and garnished perfectly. My margarita was SO good. The prices weren't friendly but the team was and it was all worth it. I'll be back to have dinner! read more

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I frequent Minero since I live nearby, and the food is consistently excellent. I especially love the nachos--I order them vegetarian by skipping the meat and adding black beans and guacamole. It would be wonderful if those options were already included, but I'm happy to add them! The black beans are far from typical--they're authentic and absolutely delicious. The guacamole is super fresh and delicious. The vegetarian burrito and burrito bowl are also fantastic choices. One thing I truly miss is the wine service. When Ponce City Market first opened, the bar offered wine, and it was such a treat to stop in after shopping for a great glass at the bar. I'm disappointed that the wine list is no longer available and would love to see it return. Overall, Minero offers great Mexican food, a wonderful vibe, and consistently excellent service. read more

For apps, the nachos were yummy, as well as the guac and chips - those are a classic! I ordered the quesadilla and the portion size is huge! It was quite salty - would have been great to have salsa or guac on the side to make the perfect bite. Service was quick, and the atmosphere inside is lively. read more

Minero - Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Best nachos you'll ever have. They say they have the "best queso" and they weren't lying. The quesadilla was also amazing. The entree was so big we were able to share. The service was too notch, everyone was friendly and accommodating read more

Minero - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I came here after a super hot day in Atlanta. I sat at the bar. Everyone was friendly and attentive. I ordered a margarita and it didn't disappoint. I also ordered fish tacos to eat. My order was taking some time. The bartender was very apologetic and offered me guacamole. That guac was so good! Omg! It was so fresh. I definitely plan to visit again read more

Minero - Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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The chips, chicken taco, and the drinks are really tasty. Also, the atmosphere with the employees makes this place a chill spot to have a good time with friends. I will say eat up because the drinks will have you wanting more and more. read more

Minero - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Minero burrito steak bowl was good. Catfish tacos were good but missing flavor and a really good sauce. My fiancé ordered a kids cheese and steak quesadilla. It came huge, after eating we asked the waiter if it was a kids quesadilla he said no we told him we ordered a kids quesadilla, my fiancé even pointed to it and he basically lied and said oh I only heard quesadilla and we don't serve kids menu to adults, however that was clearly not communicated at the time of the order and instead of apologizing he just made excuses. Atmosphere is nice but service could've better with better clear communication and properly handling mistakes that were made on their part read more

Minero - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Inside of the Ponce City Market, this restaurant with its killer margs, patio seating, and scrumptiously seasoned fare, is a jewel. The food items may seem few on the menu but the portions are so plentiful that even if there is only two amigas to share the Tres Amigos Sampler or you are the lone compadre at your table, this is the place you want to satiate your hunger. 3 Amigos Sampler: Their roja salsa is smoky, smooth, and so good-- the flavors burst onto your taste buds and hits every taste sensation. Pairs well with the seasoned chips. This salsa is great for you non-spice eaters or those prone to easy heartburn. The cheese is mildly spiced and held its liquid state very well even in the cooler weather of the outdoor patio. The guacamole is so fresh and creamy. And you really, cannot stop eating this, even after your food comes out. My friend had the burrito-- it's massive. It easily weighed 5 lbs and it had so much packed in-- she only ate 1/4th of it before packing it to go. I had the 5 cheese quesadilla and OMG it was like the best grilled cheese with steak. We both had XL frozen house margs which were so so so good. We had great service from a very attentive waiter. We were also able to spy on the food that was ordered by the table next to us. They ordered the wings and you get tableside shake&coat service. Amazing, the level of intentionality and detail that goes into your tasting experience. There was only one issue that I had from the whole experience and that was, unless you were directly in front of the host/hostess stand, they didn't "see" you. (The only reason we were far away from it is because we were standing near the "please wait to be seated" sign to allow passage for the ppl exiting the restaurant.) But this was easily remedied once we figured that out. And it's obvious from the rating above, that it didn't have much of an impact. If you are in the area, this is worth the parking fee. read more

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Quick Dinner for 2 We were headed to a show in the area and were looking for a good pre show dinner. We entered Ponce City Market, checked out a few of the food hall options and decided on Minero. Where was this Mexican place hiding? We had been to Ponce many times and I even surprised myself that I had never been here before, especially since I love Mexican food. We entered the restaurant and read the sign on the podium instructing us to wait to be seated. I could see the host walking towards us with menus in hand. He led us to a small table for two in the back. Our server quickly came by and dropped off water as we quickly reviewed the menu. There were plenty of good food and specialty drink options with about 10 different beer choices. When the server returned, we were ready to order because we were in a rush to eat before the show. Wifey and I both ordered the Pacifico beer and for food we both decided to go with a couple of tacos. Wifey ordered two Al Pastor pork tacos and I ordered one Ancho Chicken and one Al Pastor. The beers came out quickly and the food came out soon after, very fast. We started digging in, and I went for the pork taco first. It was delicious and tasted like the meat had been slow cooked for hours. The Ancho chicken was good too, with a little spicy kick, but the Al Pastor was my favorite of the two. One minor annoyance was there were a few gnats flying around, so we had to constantly cover our food and drinks. The table next to us also was waving and shooing the gnats. Overall, we really enjoyed our 1st trip to Minero. Our server was very attentive, and the atmosphere was nice with lively latin music playing in the background. We will definitely come back to try some other food and drink options. read more

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Definitely a vibes place with some outdoor covered seating as well as indoor seating. Chips/salsa/guac were just classic and tasted fresh. Food came out pretty quickly. I got the al pastor burrito and I think the construction of it was not the best. It had a cheese skirt on the outside of it, but didn't really crisp up or had much flavor. The al pastor that I'm used to comes off a trompo and crisped up. This was more like carnitas and stringy and kinda dry. Most of the guac was at one end of the burrito so one half was dry and the other half was full of guac. Didn't have much flavor but was a huge burrito. The quesadilla or the tacos might have been a better choice here read more

Minero - Al pastor burrito - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

So we stumbling in here because we were looking for some tacos and some margaritas. It was a pretty cool vibe. They have an indoor and an outdoor situation so you can actually catch a breeze on a nice day or stay in and sit at the bar or any of the other tables as well. I had a margarita and a couple of tacos. The tacos are pretty good, they have a couple of sauces on the table for you to try. Standard and typical green hot sauce and red hot sauce. I tried the shrimp, the pastor, and carne asada. All the tacos are good. Nothing out of the box, it was typical street taco size but they were still pretty good. read more

Minero - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I love Minero! I've been here a couple times and each time the food and service is great. I love that you can choose to eat inside or outside in their little patio and the food comes out quick. During this visit I had the elote, crispy shrimp tacos, and a house margarita. This is one of my favorite places to recommend for people in Atlanta. In my photo, the taco was so good I forgot that the phone eats first lol read more

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I DREAM about the elote everyday, I swear it's the best i've ever eaten. I also appreciated that some of their tables have purse hooks! I will definitely be visiting next time I'm in the area. read more

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Minero at Ponce City Market did not disappoint! We scored a beautiful day in Atlanta, and outdoor seating was the goal... it was perfect for people-watching (my favorite activity). The service was excellent, attentive without hovering, and our water glasses stayed full (a small thing, but it matters!). I started with the drink of the day: a spicy margarita that hit all the right notes. So good, I had to get another. (Yes, I was day drinking. No judgment!) For lunch, I went with the elote and three tacos: two catfish and one steak. The catfish tacos were flavorful with a great crunch.. my only wish was for just a bit more sauce. The steak taco? Absolute heaven. And the elote? Creamy, cheesy, and grilled to perfection. Minero gave everything it needed to give. I'll definitely be back. read more

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My daughter and I have dined here several times so we brought my sister to indulge as well. As usual, the service was great and the food was even better! We like to sit outside to enjoy the sunny weather. The inside is nice and clean as well. We'll always dine here while shopping at Ponce! read more

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I forget sometimes that Ponce City Market has some solid food options. I was in an incredibly indecisive mood and Minero drew me in. Can you ever go wrong with tacos? I think not. I'm not sure what made me happier, the cocktail, the guac, or the stellar tortillas, but my tastebuds were doing a dance. The menu says tortillas are handmade fresh daily and I believe it! Not only were they delicious, but they did not crack and fall apart, which made me incredibly happy. I knew it was going to be a great meal when I took my first sip of the Piña Quemada cocktail that my server suggested. Perfection. On first sip, it reminded me of one of my favorite cocktails, the Pain Killer. Perhaps it was the charred pineapple juice. It's the type of cocktail you could put in a 32oz cup and sip on. You wouldn't remember the night, but you would be happy. I really wanted to try some of the other cocktails on the menu because they looked unique, but I decided to wait for my next visit. My tacos were really solid. I had the fried catfish and al pastor pork. The ingredients were incredibly fresh and I loved the green tomato tartar. Chef's kiss! I appreciated the option to add a small side of guac that was fresh, not the puréed kind. There is ample seating both inside and out. As a vertically challenged person, I love the lower seating options. The staff was friendly and attentive and I enjoyed the music selection. What a great first visit! read more

Minero - Fried Catfish Taco and Taco Al Pastor Taco with a side of guac - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I chose this gem to dine at before traveling to Atlanta!My girlfriend and I celebrated her birthday and our first stop was Minero at Ponce City Market! The reviews and pics were spot on! The vibe is electric, high energy, and nice spot to enjoy alone or with friends! Of course, we started with margaritas! They were super good! We each ordered the 3-Taco plate! I chose Shrimp Tacos & Fried Catfish Taco! She chose the Charbroiled Chicken Taco and Catfish Tacos. The shells and toppings were super fresh! We ate every bite! They were simply delish I highly recommend and will be returning soon when visiting Atlanta read more

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I had a very disappointing experience here, mainly due to the way we were treated by staff. We added our name to the waitlist during a very busy time at Ponce City Market, which is understandable given all the BeltLine activity. While waiting off to the side, we had beverages from another nearby vendor--something that is fairly common in this environment since multiple spots have bars. A busser approached us in a very rude and dismissive manner, telling us we needed to throw our drinks away. I completely understand that establishments may have policies about outside beverages, but the way this was communicated was unnecessarily harsh and unprofessional. When I asked to speak with a manager, Miranda, the response I received was even more disappointing. Instead of addressing the tone and situation respectfully, I was told, "at this point it's his word against yours and it's a legality issue," with no real effort to de-escalate or handle the situation with basic customer service. What made this more frustrating is that there were other guests nearby with drinks from other vendors who were not approached or spoken to in the same way. Again, I respect that businesses have rules--but how you speak to customers matters. Unfortunately, the lack of professionalism from both the busser and management left a very negative impression. I would not recommend this location and would suggest visiting other nearby options if you're looking for a better overall experience. read more

gets pretty busy but the food was great & came out fast! the restaurant is a cute casual vibe read more

Minero - tacos & steak quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I would say of the two spots we tried today this was the best. Tacos had really good flavor and were done pretty quick! My only drawback was the two tacos I got were cold. And I mean literally. Like they were not warm at all. My friend said his fish taco was warm tho so I can't attest to that. Considering they were done in less than 5 min of us ordering i don't know why they weren't hot but oh well. The pastor taco was also very very greasy, I mean grease sliding across the Togo box when I lifted it out of there. Can't attest to the ambiance because we got it to go but it looks like a nice cool place to be. They would have gotten 5 stars but maybe next time when the food is a little warmer. read more

Minero - Shrimp pastor and fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Stopped at this place as we were visiting the Ponce city market and was unimpressed. The best part was the chips and queso. The refried beans had an odd flavor, the al pastor tacos weren't anything special. I was disappointed because I expected better food. The service was fast though. Only other con was a machine making a piercing noise throughout lunch that caused a headache. read more

Minero - Lunch special - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Fun fact: Minero was the first sit-down dinner my husband and I had when we moved to Atlanta. Coming from LA, we were thrilled to find a solid Mexican restaurant right away (though we've since discovered that Atlanta has several pockets of amazing Mexican food!). One thing we always look for is the quality of chips and salsa--it's often a telltale sign of how good the food will be. Minero didn't disappoint! Their salsa is excellent, and we've had several great meals here. The tacos are, without a doubt, the standout item on the menu. The fact that they make their tortillas on-site really elevates the flavors of their perfectly marinated meats. As for ambiance, Minero isn't exactly a date-night destination. The setup is casual--silverware is in buckets on the table, and paper towels are on rolls for you to use. That said, the service is always fantastic. Every server we've encountered has been attentive, friendly, and great at making recommendations. read more

Minero - Minero tacos A+ - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Friend and I came here for a quick lunch in early January while at ponce city market. Sat at the bar and had a good time! Got the salsa trio which was very interesting and delicious, the tacos we got were also very delicious, I highly recommend the shrimp one!!! Only downside was the bartender forgot about the margarita I ordered at the start of my meal, b the time he realized he apologized about it and offered to make it but at that point I was done with my meal. He was very nice about it all and gave us good service. Overall I would recommend this place if you're in the ponce area. read more

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Best burrito bowl! Looked and tasted great. So much flavor. Would come back again. Highly recommend.

The reason for three stars is simple, it wasn't bad but isn't great. Nice bar up front and service was good. They have beers and mixed drinks. The tacos were decent, pastor and cauliflower I got. Pastor had a good amount of spice but, was very greasy. If you're already at Ponce market and want some tacos, I'd go. I wouldn't make a special trip here with other spots much better for tacos and Mexican food read more

Enjoyed a nice lunch at this place. Walked right in and got a table on the outdoor patio. The inside area is nice and lively. Ordered the salsa sampler and queso to start. The red salsa was the best to me! It was sweeter than your typical salsa but very tasty. The queso was amazing! Very flavorful and delicious. The chicken and steak quesadillas were pretty good. But I'd try the tacos next time. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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Very nice establishment with a very unique tasting cuisine. Their chips and salsa have a secret seasoning according to our server. Nice seasoning with a salty yet tangy taste. Reminds you of Tajin. We ordered the Three Amigos Sampler (queso, guacamole and salsa). Pretty good portion size for 2 people. They also have a crab dip and chips which was savory and sweet with bits of corn and fresh crab with a cheese topping. Delish. Their spicy margarita was not very spicy but yummy nevertheless. A little mall in size but that's standard these days. We also had 2 tacos, Al Pastor and Steak, which were on a soft corn tortilla. It was pretty good. We sat at the bar. Our service was top notch; fast and courteous. Great overall experience. Definitely a place to choose amidst all of the offerings at Ponce City, especially if you enjoy Mexican / Tex Mex cuisine. read more

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The food was extremely good here , I had the veggie quesadilla and wings . The veggie quesadilla was extremely good I had them to remove the beans and it was replaced with house made tortilla chips. The drinks were good also just very strong. I'm definitely going back when I'm in Atlanta. My onto gripe is that it is very small on the inside. The do offer outside seating but it was cold out there lol . The service was fast and friendly, the music was eclectic, pop, hiphop , hot 100 . read more

Minero - Trio dip ,regular house frozen margarita and a strawberry frozen margarita - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Tasty burritos! Things you should know: I. PARKING Well, we're locals.. so we have our secrets to free parking that I can't share. You'll have to settle for the standard Ponce City Parking garage if you can't find a free space at the ground-level parking lot. II. SERVICE Nothing above standard of note, to be honest. Food is timely. Check also comes in a timely fashion. III. QUALITY The butter that they lather on to the shell of their burritos... is exquisite. I've never had such a flavorful tortilla wrapping. I can't say I've gone for anything else here ~ just the burrito. Every. Time. IV. CAPACITY This place is busy! Always. Business is good. read more

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Delightful taco spot with lively energy, chatty bartenders, and tasty fish tacos. This was great first stop to our bar crawl. read more

Minero - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Definitely not what we expected. The food wasn't that good and it's over priced. Two tacos, one burrito, one margarita and a queso fundido: $66.08!!! I mean...the tacos didn't taste THAT bad, but you can get a GOOD taco anywhere starting at $3.00 - $3.50. Here? $6.00 (you're definitely paying more because of the location) and it doesn't taste half as good as other places. The burrito had a decent size but the taste didn't do justice to it. The margarita was super strong...and I mean SUPER strong...as in 'almost impossible to drink' strong (and I like myself a GOOD strong margarita). The staff was very friendly but sadly (I don't mean any disrespect), friendly faces doesn't make the food taste better. ‍ read more

Loveeee Minero! I normally order the steak quesadilla and it looks like a grilled burrito. However, 10/10. I've also ordered the wings and I like how you can control how much of the sauce you add to the bag. It's normally pretty crowded when I go and it's fairly noisy inside the restaurant. I've never had a bad experience though. The food comes pretty quick read more

Minero - Steak Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Minero is located inside of Ponce City Market. We heading to Ponce city market once again but the vibes at the market is A1. Minero was our food of choice at this time. I had a Como La Flor drink and the Chicken Quesadilla. We sat at the bar since it was a busy Saturday afternoon. We were welcomed and sat down to order. My drink was so strong lol. Yes strong. Almost took me out. My quesadilla was good but the melted cheese on the outside made it very crunchy and hard to bite. If I had known that's how they make it. I would've have ordered something else. Inside of the quesadilla tasted good. Solid 3/5. Could be better. Overall we had a good experience eating here. Would I go back probably not read more

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Drinks and tacos were on point! Queso and salsa are always top tier here! The restaurant is beautiful and always busy on a Saturday night! Need an evening with my girls here soon! read more

Came here last night to sit outside on a nice night in Atlanta because I had a really good burrito bowl for takeout I remembered from a couple years ago. I will say that the experience is definitely better if you takeout vs. eat in, because unfortunately the service was pretty poor. Seems like this is a pretty common experience based on other reviews. I want to start by saying if I was just rating the food it would be a 4-4.5. The tacos were excellent. The quesadilla was the best looking quesadilla I've seen in a LONG time, and so full of chicken + veggies! Very hearty meal for $17. The salsa sampler was OK overall but the Salsa Benne was a standout and we asked for more. It's more of a creamy salsa than what you would typically picture with salsa. Chips seemed freshly made and were well seasoned. Where Minero didn't hold up to my expectations was the service. I started out with a glass of water that had clearly been used and not washed/not washed well enough, as there were clear lip + lipstick marks on various edges of the glass. When I asked one of the staff outside if I could get a new glass, she rolled her eyes but thankfully went to get me a new one from inside. Our server never filled our waters again after I got the new glass, and we had to ask 3 times for more chips, yet he acted like we had never asked each time. Finally we got someone else to bring them. Likely will not be returning to eat here, there are plenty of other restaurants in the same vicinity that are actually worth your time + money. read more

Minero - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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The chicken quesadilla was amazing. The cheese baked on top of the tortilla made it mouthwatering. It was an intimate spot and service was quick. Although you cannot sit in booth unless your party is 3 or more. Seating is limited. read more

Minero - Chicken Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Ordered the cheese dip as an appetizer: exceptional cheese dip. Scarlet Bean quesadilla as an entree: really good, especially with some cheese dip on it. Those were the biggest beans I've ever seen! They taste like a mix between red beans and black beans. The quesadilla tasted better day two haha. Service was friendly, we sat at the bar. The "bottom shelf" reposada tequila tasted like top shelf. Highly recommended. read more

Minero - Scarlet Bean quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Nice outdoor seating, food came out quick, service was good. The salsa sampler was fun to try! The benne (Sweet and spicy), what's the best one! The salsa verde was very disappointing. House traditional salsa was good. Catfish taco was disappointing. read more

Minero - Salsa sampler - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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If there were half stars, I would definitely give 3.5. Minero was pretty good, but nothing outstanding. I dined with a party of 3, and we sat outside. It was a nice night, but we noticed something was off and there was no music. The lack of background music just made the patio feel desolate. The waiter was prompt to take our drink orders, but the cocktail took much longer to arrive than the other drinks. Speaking of the Paloma, it was the worst Paloma I've had. Just tasted like a watered down grapefruit juice. The chips and queso were ok, but the chips had a burnt taste. The salsa sampler was ok. The entrees were the best part of the meal, the handmade tortilla used in the tacos was delicious. I enjoyed the chicken more than the pork, which was too greasy. Overall a decent dinner, but i doubt I will return. read more

Minero - Salsa sampler and queso - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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My traveling companion had raved about his pre-pandemic visit to Minero and insisted that we had lunch there while at the Ponce City Market. The restaurant was pretty empty during our weekday visit, so we were instantly able to get a table in their outdoor area. The courtyard table was very pleasant, though our server seemed disinterested in taking care of us. In fact, we even had to ask for our silverware and water. Since we were on vacation, we decided to have a cocktail with our lunch. My Mezcal Margarita was smoky and generic. However, my pal's House Margarita, which included reposado and añejo tequilas, fresh lime, fresh orange juice, curaçao, and agave was way too sweet; it was pretty unappealing actually. The addition of the orange just did not blend properly. When it came to the food, we both decided to get the same 3 tacos, which were served on house-made corn tortillas. In fact, we were thrilled that we were able to mix-and-match the varieties on our plates. The Charcoal Chicken taco included pickled red onion, cotija cheese, spicy pepper, and cilantro. The poultry was bland and dry, making it my least favorite of the group. The Al Pastor Pork one was also a bit dry, but loaded with flavor! The meat was very well-seasoned, and the toppings of charred pineapple, white onion, avocado purée, and cilantro added various infusions of sweetness, zest, and more. Lastly, the Cauliflower taco was our favorite. The vegetable had been glazed in a salsa macha chili oil and was covered with raw red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro. The cauliflower was perfectly cooked and really packed a punch of boldness. Our meal at Minero was fine, but it fell short of the rave reviews that my companion had provided. He also felt that it, sadly, did not live up to his memories. read more

Minero - Mezcal Margarita Cauliflower, Charcoal Chicken, and Al Pastor Pork Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia