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    Que Vida Tacos

    4.4 (265 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Quesadilla
    Amy B.

    I grabbed a quick bite for dinner here before an event at the President Nixon Library recently. Honestly, the taste and authenticity of this establishment was stellar. The only drawback is that the food was quite fatty and tasted really bad for my health and I was starting to feel a bit of issues in my heart due to the amount of fat in the cheeses (which were out of this world delicious, like authentic Mexican cheeses). My #1 food priority is to eat only the right foods but at a price point that is in my budget. I wasn't expecting the quesadilla to be this cheesy and fatty, but it was quite an experience and I respect that they sell the real stuff here. The staff were really nice and the vibe was pretty cool as well. I might try a taco or something less fatty next time I'm in the area, though!

    Michelada
    Janice C.

    Ate here for the first time! I've been wanting to try it. First off, service was great. A young man helped me and brought me a water prior to walking up to order. I got a Michelada and a young lady made it, it was delicious! The enchiladas were perfect, lots of meat and flavor! It's adorable inside! They did a great job decorating! It was clean and food came out hott & quick! I highly recommend trying this place!

    Carne Asada taco and shrimp taco
    Marci M.

    I love when I have a craving for something (tacos) and I turn to yelp for suggestions and yelp kills it!!!!! This was my first time trying Que Vida and it did not disappoint! The MASA tortillas are out of this world, I could've just put a little butter on them and eaten them plain. I ordered the Carne Asada taco and shrimp taco, both were fantastic. The Carne Asada was great quality (and quantity) the meat was super tender and very flavorful. The shrimp taco was also delicious, the mango salsa was spectacular. We arrived before 6 PM so we were able to order a couple of items from the happy hour menu. My mom got two Carnitas tacos piled high with delicious tender pork Carnitas) we also had the nachos which were delicious. I'm not sure what they did with the onions on top (pickled maybe?) but I could've eaten a whole serving of those with a fork. The service was great the guy who took our order was super friendly and helpful. He broke down the menu (they have a lot of options) and also explained which were à la carte items and which were combo plates. I already can't wait to share this place with my family and friends! If you've never been, I highly recommend it!

    Cevich tacos & que chingon
    J R.

    Love the food and vibe here. Drinks always good and food delicious. Staff is attentive and friendly.

    birria fries
    Jessica C.

    Que Vida Happy Hour is one of the best in the area! We tried the $7.95 margaritas, $10.50 Que Burro Mezcal, $8.50 tacos, and $7.95 birria fries. Everything was freshly made and pretty good. The portions were decent considering the prices, but I was disappointed when my tortilla crumbled while eating my carnitas taco. We sat at the bar and had fantastic service from a variety of staff members. They were all so welcoming when we mentioned it was our first time there. Tequila is the only spirit served here, in addition to a few beer and wine options. It's not a large restaurant, so it filled up quickly by 6:00pm. Bar seating is limited (about 10 seats). Order at the counter, receive a number, and a runner brings the food to the table. Nothing fancy. Prices on the regular menu are high for basic Mexican food, so I will only be returning during HH. Parking was plentiful. There is an entrance on Lakeview that may be easier to enter/exit for some folks than the one on Imperial Hwy.

    Shrimp salad with delicious dressing!
    Jayme R.

    My first time here, a friend recommended it. Albert who took our order was so friendly, funny and helpful! He had such a great personality, Great food! We will be back

    Bar
    Dan W.

    What a great Tuesday night spot. Taco Tuesday is the best here. Becky is the best!!!! Great drinks and great food. The service is great. They never stop running around bringing food and drinks to everyone. Becky making the drinks that can't be beat. Special shout out to her. Thank you for always providing great service. They are ready for new years.

    Taco Tuesday , 3 tacos for like 11.99, in picture shrimp , carnitas  , veggie taco
    Guillermo M.

    Cool spot , looks like a lot a locals . Full bar , wide variety menu, tacos , burritos , nachos Breakfast, etc . Came in on taco Tuesday around lunchtime . So a lil busy , but overall cool spot an good food

    Birria taco and half order of nachos
    Jasmine H.

    Rating 5 stars because I would give this place a 9.5 out of 10 rating - only because I don't love the pay up front ordering experience. Food 9.5/10 Delightful. I got a half order of the nachos and a birria taco. Both were absolutely delicious. I could have gone for SLIGHTLY more seasoning on my steak for my nachos but the other condiments balanced it out. I'm a slow eater and my most buried chips stayed crunchy OH MY! Service 10/10 From the time I walked in the door my service was amazing even from the person not directly helping me. Ambiance 10/10 Love the well lit bar, love the volume of the music, decorations are amazing

    The cutest bar
    Katie U.

    Amazing food the staff always makes you feel like family so fun so hip so attentive, Becky and d'Angelo are our favorites every time they come in they remember our names what we want to drink and our food order. We've only been in a handful of times and we highly recommend this place. The owners also stop by and act like their workers as well and serve and love on everybody this place is amazing. It's like a second family when you walk in highly highly recommend it.

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    Food is really good, excellent flavor and quality. Their Birria is so juicy and full of flavor. Highly recommend the enchiladas as well.

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    Very good great tinja chicken taco!!!! Service you better know what you want they are way too busy for you to ask questions

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    6 months ago

    One of the best places for tacos. Highly reccomend visiting this area. Plenty of things to do around the area as well

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