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    Pollos El Gordo

    3.9 (21 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Chase E.

    Usually I don't leave reviews too often, but this is some of the best and most authentic Mexican food I've had while I've been in Florida. The tacos are to die for. We will be back. Also, incredibly fast service. I got my food within like 5 minutes.

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    S W.

    It's supposed to be something like a soup to dip the tacos in, but all I got was red colored oil with 5 chunks of SOMETHING sitting at the bottom! I ordered the Tacos De Birria, the tacos tasted like they were old! My stomach was messed up later in the middle of the night! I paid $18 with a $2 dollar tip because I've been there before with coworkers and had the Fajitas - I hate paying a lot of money for food that is effed up!!!! That money could have went to something else better!! I don't think I'll be going there again, I'm tired of getting jipped after paying a lot!!! Such a disappointment!! I was pissed and still is! $20 effing dollars!!!!

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    Excellent authentic Mexican food. Great location and very very good food. To go or dine in

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    The entire meal was very good. Authentic Mexican food. Maybe the best tacos and rice I've ever had

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    The food is great and the customer service is awesome. The location is close to home and the price is reasonable

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    2 years ago

    Quality was on point. Amazing fresh made tortillas and kitchen staff has great attitudes!

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    3 years ago

    I've been here twice and gotten their half chicken platter. It is delicious. Will definitely be back.

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