Nixtaco not only has amazing food but if you want to try a new cocktail the bar has you covered! the price is right for the quality and the service is great! couldn't recommend this place enough! read more

Nixtaco - Try a new cocktail! - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

Mixed feelings about NixTaco. The tacos were decent overall - my boyfriend raved about the octopus taco, but I found the others just okay. The biggest letdown was their salsa selection - nothing really had the kick I was looking for. Would love to see them add a properly spicy option! They have a full bar which is nice, though I didn't get a chance to verify if they use fresh fruit in their cocktails. One pet peeve: they serve water in plastic cups, which feels a bit cheap and environmentally unfriendly for a sit-down restaurant. read more

Nixtaco - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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I have to say I'm in a bit of shock with this review. We found them on the Michelin app and we're leaving very disappointed. One of the few good things I have to say about this place is that our server was amazing...but everything went downhill from there. The salsa platter was good, our favorites were the green and the third one down...was a bit thrown off that a tiny refill is $2 per salsa though Below are our reviews for the tacos we ordered: Pork al pastor - flavor of the meat was good but the ungodly amount of grease was a turn off Carne asada - absolutely no flavor in the meat and tasted like it had been sitting out and reheated Carnitas - did someone say liquid smoke? Because oh my gosh that's all I could taste, not a fan AT ALL Quesabirria - all the flavor was in the side sauce which was OKAY but this one was also insanely greasy Pollo en salsa verde - I like this one but the green sauce carried it, chicken was pull apart and tender which I liked Pork belly - some flavor in here was awful...smoke mixed with something else that both my boyfriend and I couldn't stomach Around the grease comments... I understand people vary on preferred amount of grease so to give some context I'm a don't wipe the grease off my pepperoni pizza type gal so when I say very greasy I mean it Last note, we sat on the patio and were swarmed by ants. They were all over our table within minutes and dropping through the table cracks onto our pants; we couldn't get out fast enough We unfortunately won't be coming back which is sad because we were very excited about this place and figured Michelin couldn't lead us astray read more

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FOOD - Nixtaco Combination: shrimp, chicharron, rajas con queso. Sooo good! Lots of flavor. 5/5 - Pork Al Pastor: pork, roasted pineapple, and salsa verde. This is my go-to taco but it was slightly underwhelming compared to the other two tacos. 3.75/5 - Quesabirria: beef birria with Oaxaca cheese. This is probably the best quesabirria I've tried. 4.75/5 - Flan: You expect a sweet and creamy dessert but this was too rich for me. I couldn't finish it. 3.5/5 - Churros: 3 churros drizzled with caramel sauce. I love a fresh churro! So good. Caramel sauce not needed. 4.5/5 - Complimentary chips and salsa: I liked the green and the medium spicy. The peanut was weird tasting and the hot was hot hot! 4/5 - Margarita: good but I was expecting a bigger glass for the price. 4/5 SERVICE: Our server was amazing! So welcoming, friendly, and an overall sweetheart! Shout out to our server, Jason! 5/5 FINAL THOUGHTS: I would definitely come back. I would like to try some of their other tacos. read more

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Been coming here for years since it first opened. The tacos are nothing short of amazing! My personal favorite is the pork belly taco. These tacos are very unique and are all very flavorful. The variety of salsa that they give you with their chips are also very unique and flavorfulI. I eat until I can't eat anymore when I come here. The place is a little pricey per taco but the splurge is worth it. I only wish they brought back their duck carnitas taco that they had years ago. It was masterful. I moved out of state temporarily for a few years and every time I came back to visit, Nix was on the list! read more

Nixtaco - Spicy Shrimp, Pork Belly, Pastor, Octopus tacos - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

Our first time at Nixtaco last night. We will definitely be back! Everything we had was fresh and delicious. Start with the queso with chorizo and the guacamole then an assortment of tacos. The corn is amazing too. So, so good!! read more

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Nixtaco is wildly overrated, and its inclusion in the Michelin Guide feels more like hype than substance. Yes, the ingredients are good and the concept sounds elevated on paper, but the execution doesn't justify the pedestal it's been put on. The tacos are inconsistent, portions are small for the price, and flavors often miss the mark--either under-seasoned or trying too hard to be "creative" without cohesion. For a place that leans so heavily on authenticity and technique, the end result is surprisingly forgettable. Service and wait times don't help either. Long lines and limited availability create an artificial sense of exclusivity that the food simply doesn't back up. When you strip away the buzz, what's left is a decent taco shop--not a destination, and certainly not Michelin-worthy. There are plenty of taco spots doing it better, with more balance, better value, and more soul, without needing a guide or press push to validate them. Michelin recognition should be about exceptional, memorable food. This just isn't that. read more

Loved coming here to find an award winning chef. The idea is farm to table and everything was excellent and fresh. The salsas were delightfully authentic for Mexican food. The tacos were so big and hardy. I recommend getting 2-3 tacos max per person. The style of dishes and blue corn tortilla is quite unique and is a restaurant mentioned in the Michelin restaurant guide. Definitely a must if you're in the Sacramento/Folsom area!! They have a full bar with unique house made drinks. read more

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My new favorite place! Food was amazing. The flavors were off the chart. Service was fast and friendly. read more

Nixtaco - 3 street tacos; chicken, shrimp and beef. - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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Everything was fantastic as always. Fabulous food, especially the delicious octopus tacos. My boyfriend loved the fried chicken taco. The queso fundido with the chorizo is to die for! So glad we tried it. Delicious with the handmade tortillas as well as chips. read more

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Second time visiting Nixtaco. Brought my mother and aunt. We all loved the food, great service, and fun atmosphere. The carne asada tacos on the blue corn tortillas are the winner! The high quality of the food is very noticeable and appreciated. read more

Nixtaco - Carne asada taco, armadillo taco - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

Exceptional tacos, but horrendous tortilla chips. I would have given this place 5 stars based on the tacos and flan, but the chips are simply unacceptable. No self respecting Mexican restaurant should serve chips this bad. I'm assuming these are right out of a wholesale bag. I've had much better from a grocery store. The salsas were decent. The peanut salsa was relatively unique for me. I enjoyed the habanero one the most. It had a nice smoky flavor with just the right amount of heat. Regarding the tacos the corn one is a must have. Also highly recommend the cauliflower, potato and avocado ones. The margarita was made with real lime juice and not the stupid mix out of a bottle one is often served. It hit pretty hard so feel like there was a decent amount of alcohol in it. If this place had decent chips it would definitely be on my must visit list. read more

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Came here with my date for lunch. It wasn't busy which was great. We got to eat outside in the patio area. Customer service was good. We were counting the number of different people who helped us while we were there. Got up to 6 people. All very kind. I ordered a asada burrito and a chicken mole taco and quesabirria taco. I have a pork allergy so I could not have the beans available at the place. Sadly they don't have a bean option for me. The quesabirria taco was great 5 star. The chicken mole taco was not good. The chicken mole itself was good with decent flavor, but the tortilla was terrible. So that made the chicken mole taco a pass from now on. The asada burrito was above average. It was funny the burrito was opened at both ends. So you can really pick it up to eat. The meat was soft and tender. Rice was above average. Avocado was great. I would get it again and just ask for more cheese. Overall it's a nice place and I would come back. Just hope they can offer a bean substitute for people with pork allergies. read more

Nixtaco - Asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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Tacos are bombbb!! I tried a couple different ones but the roadkill is my favorite. They give you some different salsas to try all of which were good. Yummy drinks too! Nice spot for a quick casual date night read more

Nixtaco - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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Like, ARE YOU KIDDING ME? This place was INSANELY delicious. So good that I'm praying it isn't one of those places that are bomb depending on the chef that night. I hope it is just as incredible every time. We got the guacamole and chicharrones as appetizers. Guacamole is so fresh and flavorful. Chicharrones were crispy, warm, with just the right amount of saltiness. I don't even care what my husband got because I was so focused on the deliciousness of every bite of mine. I got the shrimp and bacon tacos and the al pastor. SO GOOD. Literally my ONLY tiny observation that was "eh" was that the person sprinkling sugar on the flan was using the same hand she was touching the computer, her cellphone, and the cc machine with. 10/10 place, literally telling everyone about it! read more

Hubs and I tried out Nixtaco during our day trip to Roseville. We started off with the complimentary salsa boat and chips. The verde and miso salsa were my favorites. For our main entrée, I ordered: + 2 Grilled Mushrooms on flour tortilla. + Carne Asada Hubs ordered: + Octopus + Pork Belly + Spicy Shrimp + Pollo en Salsa Verde. This was my taco which I handed over to hubs cause I was not vibing with the wet taco. For dessert, we tried the 3 Churros upon recommendation from our server. The churros came with a delicious not-to-sweet caramel drizzle on top. It felt like it was twice fried as it had a nice crunch to it. I loved them and I still cannot stop thinking of them. The service was fast and friendly. The restaurant isn't large but has outdoor seating. We came for lunch and the spot had a 15-20 minute wait. All in all, it's worth checking out especially due to having a Michelin bib. Cheers. read more

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The asada meat was juicy and tender and delicious , you can taste the good quality of their products, the place is really nice, the staff are very friendly,but the short rib and the chicharron were way too salty, if you're looking for authentic Mexican tacos this is not the place. read more

Nixtaco - Well "best tacos "definitely are in the Bay Area - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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This is a nice taco place nestled is a small strip mall. Crazy to think a Michelin rated restaurant is there. The food is a bit pricey but not terrible. I like it, but with my allergies it's kinda wasted on me. Last time I went there the sever said "Here's your food with everything good removed." So...kinda left a bad taste in my mouth but I fully agree I am being overly sensitive. Wish I could eat more! Great vegan options too. read more

I have enjoyed this Roseville restaurant for years, but I brought my Sister here today after a Hosputal visit and was repelled by the Chaos of children acting like the place was a playground and adults who were otherwise clueless in how their kids were behaving. Bad Experience. read more

Arrive at restaurant at 450pm. Happy hour over at 5pm. Walter arrived 5pm on the dot and refused to give happy hour price on margarita. Who does that? You obviously didn't want to make money on our second drink or food order. We left..ADIOS Thank you Casa Romas for the 6pm happy hour, fantastic service and delicious enchiladas verde. Let's not forget fresh guacamole 5 read more

Nixtaco - The restaurant. - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

The tacos are so flavorful and unique. The servers are kind! They even gave my child free salsa and chips to go! Such a cute environment with fun music playing! They have amazing salsa platters and chips! Great stop! read more

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We went back after going several years ago. Everything was good and fresh. Love the home made tortillas

I want to give it more like 3.5 stars, I really loved the roadkill and the al pastor, but the rest we tried were just okay (pork belly, potato, picadillo, chicken mole). The salsas were good and they give you a sample of all 4 when you sit down. I would come back and try more tacos and definitely reorder the roadkill and pastor. read more

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A relative told is about a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Roseville, and our response was, "No way!" So, we decided to give it a try on our way home in a road trip. We got there in the late afternoon on a weekday, so it wasn't crowded. The hostess have us some great recommendations on tacos and cocktails. The servers were very helpful and spent time explaining the stories behind the food and restaurant. The tacos were delicious, and the guacamole was fresh and also tasty. I really like the corn tortillas, but the server said they is hot are ordering takeout, the floor tortillas may hold up better with the sauce. We had the churros for dessert, and they were crispy instead of soft. Since I like old-fashioned donuts, I enjoyed the dessert, but just be aware that it's different then most churros. If you are on I-80 on a road trip, Nixtaco is a great place to stop and eat. There are plenty of gas stations nearby, so you can fill up both your stomach and your car as you get back on your trip. read more

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We came to Nixtaco with a friend after hearing so many great things about the food and service. We came by on a Friday night at 6:30pm and added our name to the list for a table of three. There was a short wait, but we went in expecting a longer one. The servers were very friendly and attentive and we started off with cocktails. We ordered the Pink Panther ($14) and the Cirby Martinez ($16). Both were delicious and they have house gin and vodka that they use in cocktails and they have bottles available for sale. They also gave us chips and four salsas to enjoy while we waited for food. Between the three of us we ordered a variety of tacos. I personally tried the Pollo en Mole ($5.50), and Pork Belly "Roadkill" ($6.50). I also tried a bite of my husband's Octopus taco ($8) and Pork al Pastor ($6.50). They're street taco sized but elevated with more gourmet ingredients and flavor combinations. We also had a half and half bowl of refried beans and red rice for the table which was a generous portion and very flavorful. Throughout the meal the servers made sure we had plenty of water and that our empty plates and cups were cleared right away. We also ended up having churros ($8) for dessert and they came out hot and crispy with a drizzle of sauce over the three churros. The restaurant is is very cute and there is plenty of parking, which makes it easy to stop by with friends or family. They have indoor and outdoor seating available and the atmosphere is upbeat and lively. It can get a bit noisy inside, but were were still able to hold a conversation easily. read more

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We came here during the weekend no reservations. So we came in as a walk in . The lady in the front said it would be an hour. We would normally sit at the bar but I had my son with me . After waiting outside we went back in to ask again about the time . A sweet waiter sat us down but not in the normal area it was passing the kitchen . They have a whole other room. I had no idea existed. We were super happy to be seated . Sadly our waiter took so long to get to us . After finally having our waiter over we ordered drinks which took like 20 mins to get . My son's coke bottle even took that long . We ordered our tacos and my son ordered the kids burrito which came really soggy it fell apart . The tacos were amazing. I was not a fan of my drink I did order it less sweet which it's okay . The drink was not what I expected and I let the waiter know but he blamed me saying I ordered it less sweet . So I just put that drink a side and ordered a different one . It was a $18 dollar drink normally a place would replace it but my waiter blamed it on me for not liking it since I ordered it less sweet . I think next time we will go somewhere else where we can get treated better . I don't mind paying the pricy prices but I want a good experience with it or else it's not worth it . read more

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I didn't enjoy the tacos. Not impressive at all. Not really sure how they got a Michelin's rating

My partner and I tried this spot out on a Sunday around 4:30pm. We both really enjoyed the assortment of salsas served with chips to start the meal off, the salsa verde was probably one of the best I have ever tried. We decided to order 5 tacos, and our favorites were definitely the pork belly, al pastor, spicy shrimp, and carne asada. The tacos were SO flavorful and unique. We also had tried the short rib barbacoa, but it wasn't my cup of tea. The service was quick and attentive, and we also decided to order churros for dessert. The churros had a bit too much sugar on them for my liking, but I'm glad we tried it anyhow. We probably wouldn't get the barbacoa taco and churros a second time to be honest. But all in all, we loved the fun and unique taco menu along with the complimentary salsa flight & chips. We will most likely be back next time we're craving some tacos! read more

Ambiance here is casual. I like the layout in the patio more than the inside. It was nice and cool on a hot evening. . Food . Fried chicken taco - great chunks of fried chicken. The flavor was good. . Asada beef taco - great quality steak pieces. It was one of the top choices for next time. . Porky Shrimp taco - generous 4 to 5 pieces of shrimp. With chicarones dust on top. The sauces on it was flavorful. . Cilantro lime fried avocado - thus was sooo good. I loved the creamy avocado and crispy fried. The flavor of the lime just made it a chef kiss. . Overall the chips and salsa wasn't a favorite. The chips were hard and kind of stale. The salsa was too exquisite and unique. The salsa is great for pairing with tacos but not as a chips and salsa dip. Hope this review helps and thanks for reading. Have a yelptastic day. read more

Nixtaco - Fried avocado - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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We had my husband's 70th birthday party at Nix today in their party/event room. Everything was perfect, the food was amazing (as always), service was phenomenal, and the restaurant staff could not have been more welcoming. Such nice people who makes you feel like they are happy to be there providing the best service. My rating for this restaurant is 5+ stars all the way. Cinthia and Joanna were very easy to work with during party planning, very flexible, and responsive. A special shout out to our server, Jax. He was great in every way. He served 40 people so efficiently, was so nice and interacted fantastically with our friends and family. Great personality! He made my life so easy during the party. He's exactly the kind of waiter you want for every restaurant visit. I highly recommend Nix and can't wait to visit the restaurant again soon!! read more

The food was just ok. It felt pretty yuppie and very expensive. To many other more authentic Mexican restaurants around.

Well, So many five star Yelp reviews teed up my expectations for a superior, tasty and surprisingly good meal. And my 3 tacos, beans, cocktail and flan was way below those expectations. Truly I was not really happy about the meal. Busy, boisterous, loud and festive capacity crowd in the dining room had me primed for a party-in-the-mouth. Everyone looked so very happy. My big complaint: The pork belly, chicken in mole', and house special Nixtaco combination all tasted the same. Dark, smoky, mysterious and kind'a boring. You know I get it, that this regional menu is Oaxacan cuisine. Even the bowl of beans I ordered as an extra had the same mole' dark smoky flavor. Tacos are wet & saucy enough that the blue corn tortillas melted and fell apart after the first bite. Pancho Villa Negroni cocktail is tart. Tasted no different than any generic Italian one. At $19 this signature small 3 ounce cocktail with the giant cube of ice conceals how small the drink is, for the price it's a rip off. Highlight of the meal was the creamy rich and thick flan. I shared it with my wife and a friend. The girls had one bite each and they were done. Michelin Bib Gourmand awards regardless, there are many small family owned Mexican eateries around Roseville where I've enjoyed much better meals. Here, the food disappointment means no return for me. read more

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Well, this was a surprising find in Roseville! Nixtaco is our new go-to place for tacos in the area. They have a great selection of tacos, and everything is home made and made to order. I love that they offer flour tortillas in addition to corn. I tried the picodillo, al pastor, and the salsa verde pollo tacos. All three were awesome, but the picodillo was my favorite; very flavorful. My husband and dad both really enjoyed the chicharones taco, and my sister liked the spicy shrimp. We ordered to-go. you have to order online through their Toast web ordering, and there are ways to make modifications to the tacos on the platform. I do wish that we could have just called to order though. Another downside is that if you get takeout, you have to pay for the salsa. When you dine in, it is free. I think that $1 for a tiny thing of salsa is silly. The inside of the restaurant is smaller, and definitely fills up. I would recommend making a reservation if you're going on a Friday or weekend to ensure you don't have to wait too long. We will be back to try more! read more

I don't know how this place doesn't have 5 stars. The service was great - waiters knowledgeable. The ambiance is fun, it would be hard for my grandparents to hear inside but for young people looking to vibe it's great. The food is the star of the show - every single taco was great and unique. Our favorite is the one with the pink onions on top - chicharron. I don't know what else to say except this place is spectacular and we will be back! read more

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Busy little neighborhood spot that has a great vegan section that can be made into tacos/burritos. I tried 4 of the 6 offerings and each one was delicious and flavorful. The corn tortillas are yummy too. Chips and salad come with the meal and have a nice blend of flavors (4 types). If it was closer I'd try again! read more

Nixtaco - Crispy potato and tofu tacos - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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This was my second time visiting Nixtaco and I am left super happy. I visited on a Thursday evening and it was very packed, thankfully there was one table that just opened up as we arrived so we did not have to wait long. However, it was about a 5-8 minute wait just to be greeted, but with a busy crowd it wasn't a bother to me. They offer inside and outside seating, their outside patio is small but still has a cute vibe. T They are located in Roseville, on cirby way. Nixtaco offers quality ingredients and fresh made tortillas with all your tacos. I absolutely love their "farm to fork" concept and can taste the quality and flavors in each bite. Not to mention how impressed I was with their chefs special margarita, the best I've tried in a while! Honestly the only bad side to Nixtaco is that it's located in Roseville and not in Sac for someone who lives in sac. All tacos are a la carte. We ordered the following: *Nixt combination (MUST TRY) *Al pastor *Spicy shrimp *Pork belly *Chefs special margarita *Cucumber gin a tonic read more

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These are beyond one of the worst tacos I've ever had. The tortillas are super thick and the meat is hard, rubbery, over SALTED and over cooked. You don't really taste their meats because it's simmered in their salsas and sauce. The tortillas are hard as leather. I would rather eat at mas taco bar or a food truck because this isn't worth the hype. read more

Nixtaco - Upper Left - Chicken Mole Upper Right - Tofu Lower Left - Pork Belly Middle Bottom - Not sure Lower Right - Shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

Love this place! Go to spot to take someone who's visiting from out of town. Their brunch menu is also to die for. Everyone is always super polite and it's very nice inside. They have a back room for larger parties which is amazing. Patio seating is also very nice during the spring read more

This unassuming restaurant is located in a residential neighborhood strip mall. I wouldn't have ventured out to find this place but it was recommended by a relative who absolutely loves it. When we arrived the staff was welcoming and friendly. Our waiter gave recommendations on favorite drinks and tacos to order. We started with guacamole and chips and each ordered three tacos to try. The guacamole was good but not my favorite since there was a bit too much lime for my taste. My husband enjoyed it though. Of the three tacos I tried, my favorite taco was the Nixtaco Combination. This is a definite must try! There was so much flavor going on in this taco. The shrimp was saucy and delicious with the Rajan con Queso, chicharron and the added peanut chipotle aioli. The second favorite taco was the fried chicken which had a nice crunch and paired nicely with the peanut chipotle. The third taco I tried was the Quesabirria and came with a side of the beef drippings. One thing that stands out with all the tacos was the fresh corn tortillas which had a good thickness and were so soft. We finished our meal with an order of churros. These were sadly underwhelming. For me it was a bit too sweet from the dulce de leche and seemed overcooked since they were too crunchy and hard. Despite the dessert, I really enjoyed my meal. I'd come back just for these elevated tacos which were quite tasty and satisfying for my tastebuds! read more

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Do not spend you your money here! My son and I heard about this place. We were told the food was delicious and the place was Michelin recognized. Impossible. We went inside and the hostess greeted us right away. It was super dark (like night club dark) and we asked to sit outside. A server came promptly, said hello and that they were going on break but someone would be by to take our order. 15 minutes later someone showed up. My son had already made his way through the small bowl of chips they provided along with a flight of four salsas: tomatillo (flavorless), creamy peanut based (weird...peanuts with chips), tomato salsa (standard, tasted like another restaurants honestly) and one that was supposed to be "very hot" (no heat or flavor). When we finally ordered, I got three tacos: potato, cauliflower and birria. My son ordered the carnitas in a burrito (you can get tacos as burritos here). The food came dripping in oil. My son's burrito looked like a big taco, just a burrito shell folded over. He said it lacked any flavor and the consistency was like baby food. I had the tacos. The potato was flavorless (anyone know how to use salt here), and dry. The cauliflower has some gross, smoky sauce that made it inedible to eat so I just ate the cauliflower, and the birria? I took one bite. Absolutely no flavor....none and dripping with grease. So we spend $39.88 for 3 tacos, a burrito, 2 small bowls of chips and horrible service (no one ever came back after our food was delivered, we saw our server walking back into the building on his phone on our way to the car). I actually had to just go inside and ask the hostess to check us out because no one came back. She asked if everything was ok as I already paid and had my hand on the door to leave. I told her the food and the service were terrible, she told me to have a nice day. Please do not waste your money here. read more

Nixtaco - Half eaten greasy food (napkins do not lie). - Mexican Near Me - Roseville, California

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