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    Pollos El Junior

    4.6 (8 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Ralphie S.

    I was sad to see my favorite birria shop go out of business in this location last year and I am even more sad that I waited so long to check out it's replacement - Pollos El Junior. this is the third Mexican style BBQ chicken joint that I know of in the metro and it clearly blows the other two away. PEJ's product is front and center when approaching the counter. The giant rotisserie with open flame can handle a couple dozen whole chickens at a time and it provides a succulent and mesmerizing marketing tool. We ordered a 1/2 chicken and had it doused with a flavorful chipotle sauce; a gritty kick that complimented the smoky and tender chicken. Served with tortillas, charros, rice and 2 sauces - a jalapeno/cilantro and a sweet heat pineapple pepper sauce. The pineapple sauce should be sold by the quart for take-out! We also added 2 large pork rib bones for $7. We chose not to sauce them and enjoyed them with the side dipping sauces. Very good, but when you have so many amazing rib shacks in this BBQ city, it's hard to make the top tier. Excellent customer service from the counter and speaking with the owner at the table next to us while taking a lunch break with his baby. Another 5 star authentic experience for KCK.

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    Steve D.

    Had an excellent lunch delivered today from Pollos El Junior. I had the Medio Pollo Ranchero. The chicken was tender and cooked so it falls off the bone. Nice seasoning and served with soft tortillas and beans and rice. I was definitely full after this. If you're craving some chicken this is a great dish. The green sauce was just the right flavor to go with chicken. Delivery via DoorDash was fast and accurate. Give it a try.

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    El Camino Real

    El Camino Real

    4.3
    (316 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $

    Excellent food and service!! Great tacos!! Great service!! I'll be back again!! Thank you!!read more

    I've been here a few times with my office mates. They are all very into Mexican. Living in South…read moreFlorida influenced me to learn much more about Latin foods which are much more diverse than Mexican. I've had a very hard time finding much Latin diversity here so far but for Mexican this is quite good. I've mostly gotten combo platters because I like the variety. I believe every combo platter should come with rice and beans. I can tell how authentic a place is by the beans and salsa quite often. So far I've liked the combo platters and the taco salad that I tried. Again, if I remember correctly, I had to pay extra to get beans on my taco salad. That would be one complaint I have. Beans should be a staple and come with everything unless the person doesn't want them. The service has been good. No complaints and it's been busy when we've eaten there usually during lunch hours. The decor and ambiance is pretty typical Mexican. Nothing fancy. The one thing I will note is I didn't see any Mexicans working there. Maybe someone in the kitchen I can't see so that's usually not a great sign. I know they've been around a long time. I'd probably go a smidge lower to 3.5 if I could just because I'm rather picky about Mexican and Latin food but I don't think it's fair to go down to 3 so I'm rounding up. The prices seem a bit high but everything is so expensive in 2026! They are probably pretty average for eating out and I'm sure it's costing them more just like all the rest of us have seen food prices sky rocket over the past year. I would certainly recommend them for a lunch bite and a nice Mexican American experience.

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    Pastor tacos with rice and beans
    Pastor tacos with rice and beans
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    Taco Naco Kc

    Taco Naco Kc

    4.2
    (122 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    Delicious! We tried the nachos and the tacos (and the…read moremargaritas) The nachos had tons of toppings and my day, even brought part of it home to reheat in the air fryer. It was a good midnight snack. I got the Barbacoa taco and shrimp taco. Both had tons of flavor, and two was plenty for dinner. The margaritas were excellent! Since you order at the counter, we didn't have a ton of experience with the staff, but everyone seemed friendly and the shop is well maintained We did eat inside, and there were definitely people outside, taking advantage of the patio

    If you're wondering why I have it 4 stars, it's because of the Westport parking options. For us…read morethis day wasn't too bad as we were able to grab a spot across the street (which my the eat is for other stores/shops.) Absolutely loved the style of the restsurant and the roominess. It gave an option for dining with a group of people or simply dining alone. We arrived around 1pm on a week day, so just after the lunch rush which was perfect. The food was made fresh, I've always wanted to try the barria taco but no one seems to offer anything but a beef option. And finally, I found a chicken one. It was Delish !! Now I couldn't dip in the au just because it was beef but I appreciate having the option. The Mexican rice was light and flavorful. The queso was good however it stiffened up pretty quickly, just in case you feel the anxiety of choosing between. Your appetizer and the main costs course. Over all, a great experience for a late afternoon lunch. Check out it when your craving tacos, I don't think you'll be disappointment.

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    A great place to enjoy with friends and family at all hours of the day and night
    A great place to enjoy with friends and family at all hours of the day and night
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    Brisket quesabirria ramen
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    Taha Mexican Kitchen

    Taha Mexican Kitchen

    3.9
    (131 reviews)
    5.9 mi

    I have plans to go to a different restaurant, which I won't name. I showed up about 30 minutes…read morebefore they closed. A staff member, for lack of a better word, gave me the cold shoulder and said the kitchen was closed. My wife was still interested in getting some tacos, so I thought about where to go. This place came to mind. We had been there before and had a good experience, and when we got here, there were maybe about 15 minutes before the kitchen closed. I believe the person who said to us was also the manager, a really nice lady. She let us know that the kitchen was closing in about 15 minutes, but we were more than welcome to order and we'd be taken care of. Sure enough, we got a nice seat, good ambience, and a great waiter. They got us a seat, gave us some recommendations on the menu. I ended up ordering the Steak Quesadilla along with the complimentary chips and salsa with the three different types of salsa that they have. Came with that. My wife ended up ordering the Soft Shell Crab Tacos. I'll give the quesadilla a 4 out of 5. Great steak flavor, had some other grilled vegetables on the inside. Not as much cheese as I would like, but it had great flavor. The guacamole that came with it was pretty good. I loved the green salsa that came with the trio of salsas. I'm going to say it's tomatillo. I didn't ask. I'm not sure, but it tasted great. Good portion size, really good waitstaff. He took care of us. I was pleasantly taken care of on my side. My wife had the soft-shell crab tacos, nice and fresh, really big portion. She liked my quesadilla, so she went ahead and ordered her a plate of those as well. She only had about half the quesadilla portion. She had to take the other half to go. She did get a pineapple margarita, which she really enjoyed. She finished that completely. We really enjoyed the ambience of the restaurant. It was nice, and I enjoyed myself. The soft-shell crab was a four out of five for the taco. She was a little thrown by the fact that the shell was still on it, which was a whole thing that she laughed with the waiter about. I'll say that we'll definitely be back to try their brunch, which the manager invited us to. If you've never been to this restaurant, you should definitely give them a try.

    We really liked TAHA with a couple of exceptions. The chips…read moreand sauces were exceptional. Flavorful sauces presented beautifully with fresh chips to start definitely hit the spot. The service was pretty slow for a lazy Sunday afternoon where the restaurant wasn't very busy however the kitchen cranked our order out quickly. We ordered fish ceviche which was awesome, and the cauliflower appetizer which was not. Not at all. Taha was a pricey restaurant, so the service and all the food really should be great. We will try again in the future when perhaps, they work out some of the kinks.

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    Lamb barbacoa tacos, watermelon margarita
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    El Patron Cocina & Bar

    El Patron Cocina & Bar

    3.8
    (540 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    Our kids introduced us to El Patron a few years ago, and it has become a favorite. It's not the…read morefanciest spot, and service on busy nights can be chaotic (you might need to flag down a server) but we see the hustle as part of its charm. The space has two levels and a patio. Parking in their small lot or on the street can be tricky, but it's worth the effort. We love their mix of authentic Mexican dishes and classic favorites. Portions are huge (expect leftovers), and the Fajitas Del Mar are fantastic. We highly recommend it!

    It was a busy night at El Patron, but the service was fast and efficient -- the line moved quickly,…read moreand the staff kept everything running smoothly. The margaritas were spot-on, the guacamole was fresh and delicious, and the food was absolutely amazing! I made a smart choice by ordering just an empanada, knowing I'd be filling up on chips and guac -- and it turned out to be the perfect plan. You can tell the food is made with care and love; it really comes through in every bite. I especially appreciate all the pescatarian and vegetarian options -- something you definitely won't find at the restaurant across the street. Dining at El Patron is always a treat, and I look forward to every opportunity I get to eat there. I can't wait to go back and try even more of their incredible dishes!

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    Tamales, beans, rice, Pico, queso sauce
    Tamales, beans, rice, Pico, queso sauce
    Happiness is my wife, a patio, and a marg.

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    Happiness is my wife, a patio, and a marg.

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